Author: THE NEW REPUBLIC

The Paediatric Society of Ghana has issued a strong appeal to the government, urging urgent and decisive action to address the growing threat of illegal mining, widely known as galamsey. In a formal statement addressed to the President, the Society warned that the environmental destruction caused by illegal mining is rapidly evolving into a major public health emergency, particularly for children. The statement combined both a message of commendation and a call to action, with the Society acknowledging the government’s role in advancing global recognition of historical injustices, particularly the classification of the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against…

Six individuals have been charged in the United States over an alleged international car theft syndicate that smuggled stolen vehicles to Ghana, following a year-long investigation by federal authorities. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, a 15-count indictment unsealed on April 22 accuses the suspects of orchestrating a coordinated operation that stole vehicles across the Washington metropolitan area and Pennsylvania before shipping them abroad. Investigators say the network is believed to have stolen at least 20 vehicles linked directly to the charges, but wider inquiries suggest the group may be connected to more than 100…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy Tensions are simmering in Mthatha, South Africa, as residents prepare to stage a demonstration on Thursday, April 23, protesting the perceived dominance of foreign nationals in the local job market and demanding that employment opportunities be reserved for citizens. The protest, slated to commence at 9:00 a.m. and conclude by _11:00 a.m., is expected to be spearheaded by South African nationals aggrieved over what they describe as the usurpation of jobs by foreigners. Chairman of the Ghanaian Community in Mthatha, Dr. Yirenyi Gyekye Darko, disclosed that he has held consultations with local law enforcement authorities, who have…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy Eschewing opulence for empathy, Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah today, Thursday, 23rd April 2026, will commemorate his 60th birthday in the company of children and caregivers at the Gomoa Fetteh Village of Hope Orphanage, transforming a personal milestone into a profound act of servant-leadership. The visit epitomizes a celebration that deliberately shuns ostentation, instead transmuting private joy into purposeful communion with the vulnerable. It is a proof to a leadership philosophy that locates dignity in service and finds fulfillment in uplifting the marginalized. Mobilizing party faithful for the occasion, Constituency Chairman Dr. Kofi Anthony Effisah issued a…

BUT GOD… By Bobby Quarqoo They wrote the story as though it was finished. They stamped papers, passed resolutions, sent telegrams in the shadows of history, and told the world that everything had been settled. They said a people had been folded into another destiny. They said a voice had been silenced, a land absorbed, a question closed. They used power. They used force. They used fear. And for a time, it looked like they were right. Voices were drowned out by decrees. Truth was buried under intimidation. Those who dared to stand were branded, hunted, imprisoned, and broken in…

The government has announced plans to recruit over 16,000 health professionals in 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen Ghana’s healthcare system and address growing workforce gaps. The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, confirmed in an interview that the recruitment process has already commenced. According to the Minister, the initiative forms part of a broader strategy to gradually absorb trained health professionals into the system while balancing fiscal constraints. He explained that the government is working within available budgetary limits to ensure that new recruits can be sustainably paid. “We can only employ what we can pay,” he stated,…

As the weekend approaches, Accra’s entertainment scene is gearing up for one of its most anticipated events of the year. Focuz Afriq Media, in partnership with Alisa Hotel, is set to host the April Fool Comedy and Poetry Night 2026 – The X Edition on Saturday, April 25, at the elegant Alisa Hotel in North Ridge. The show, which runs from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm, promises an unforgettable blend of rib-cracking stand-up comedy and soul-stirring spoken word performances. Organisers describe it as a celebration of “premium laughter” and artistic expression, marking a special milestone for the event series. This…

The National Service Authority (NSA) has officially released postings for 18,416 trained teachers for the 2026/2027 National Service Year, marking a significant step in Ghana’s annual national service process. The announcement, made on April 22, 2026, targets graduates from accredited Colleges of Education who are required by law to undertake national service. The release enables qualified personnel to proceed with the next stage of their transition from training into professional service. The postings form part of the Authority’s mandate to deploy skilled graduates across the country to support national development, particularly in the education sector. Beneficiaries are expected to log…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has announced that government intends to fully settle all outstanding salary arrears owed to 13,500 health workers by the end of July 2026, ending months of protracted payment delays. Addressing the issue on the Citi Breakfast Show on Wednesday, April 22, the Minister disclosed that his outfit has already activated a phased disbursement schedule to liquidate the accrued arrears. He indicated that by the close of April, affected nurses and midwives will receive two months of their outstanding entitlements, with an additional three months slated for payment by the end…

The government has outlined a revised and more measured approach to completing the Agenda 111 hospital projects, with a target to finish at least 35 facilities by the end of President Mahama’s tenure in 2028. This was confirmed by the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, during an interview in which he provided an update on the status of the nationwide hospital initiative. According to the Minister, the government conducted a comprehensive audit upon assuming office to assess the true state of the projects it inherited. The review revealed several challenges, including cases where contractors had received mobilization funds without…