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By Leo Nelson As the world marks “International Women’s Day” today, Member of Parliament (MP) for North Dayi, Hon. Joycelyn Quarshie, has joined the global community to celebrate women in her constituency and across the country. In a short message to commemorate the day, the MP commended women for their resilience, hard work and invaluable contributions to family life, community development and national progress. She noted that women continue to play vital roles in areas such as education, healthcare, agriculture, entrepreneurship and public service, stressing that their efforts remain critical to Ghana’s socio-economic growth. “Women are the backbone of our…

By Leo Nelson Every year on March 8, (International Women’s Day), the world pauses to celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of women in every sphere of life. From the boardroom to the marketplace, the farm to the classroom, women continue to shape societies and economies in ways that often go unnoticed. Yet beyond the recognition and celebrations lies a powerful principle that has guided many women’s journeys: the philosophy of giving as a pathway to growth and empowerment. This year’s theme “Give To Gain” captures a timeless truth—when women support one another and invest in their communities, the benefits…

By Leo Nelson As Ghana marks 69 years of independence, the nation’s long-standing aspiration for sustained economic stability remains intertwined with the complex dynamics of governance, policy choices, and institutional leadership. On March 6, 1957, Ghana—under the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah—became the first sub-Saharan African country to break free from colonial rule. That historic moment sparked hope across the continent and laid the foundation for a sovereign state determined to chart its own economic destiny. Nearly seven decades later, Ghana has achieved significant milestones in democratic governance and economic development. However, recurring fiscal challenges, rising public debt, and governance-related concerns…

TNR News Desk The Government of Ghana has taken decisive diplomatic action, formally lodging a protest with the United Nations following a missile attack on its peacekeeping army serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). In a strongly worded protest addressed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, condemned the attack and demanded a full, immediate, impartial, and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the assault on personnel deployed in the service of international peace and security. The Ghanaian Government has further demanded that those responsible be identified and held accountable,…

By Leo Nelson Ayivor A Senior Divisional Chief of the Aflao Traditional Area, Torgbi Kpambi Vedzesu V, has called on Ghanaians living in Togo to act as responsible ambassadors of their country by upholding values that promote Ghana’s reputation abroad. The respected traditional leader made the call during the 69th Independence Anniversary celebration organised by the Ghana High Commission in the Togolese capital, Lomé, on March 6, 2026. Addressing Ghanaian residents and members of the diplomatic community at the colourful event, Torgbi Vedzesu V emphasised that the conduct of citizens outside their homeland significantly influences how the country is perceived…

By Leo Nelson Ayivor Ghana’s High Commission in Lomé, Togo, has commemorated the 69th anniversary of Ghana’s independence with a colourful ceremony that brought together diplomats, government officials, members of the Ghanaian community in Togo and traditional leaders including Torgbi Kpambi Vedzesu V, a Senior Divisional Chief of the Aflao Traditional Area, who sat in for Torgbiga Amenya Fiti V, Paramount Chief and President of the Aflao Traditional Council. The event, held in Lomé, celebrated Ghana’s journey since gaining independence on March 6, 1957, and highlighted the enduring ties between Ghana and Togo. Addressing the gathering, Ghana’s Ambassador to Togo,…

TNR News Desk Two Ghanaian soldiers serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon have sustained critical injuries after their battalion headquarters was struck by missiles amid escalating exchanges between Israeli forces and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. The Ghana Armed Forces confirmed in an official statement on Friday that the Ghanaian Battalion Headquarters in UNIFIL came under two separate missile attacks within a seven-minute window on the evening of March 6. The strikes occurred between 5:45pm and 5:52pm local time, leaving two peacekeepers critically wounded and a third colleague traumatised by the incident. According to the military’s Department of…

By Leo Nelson President John Dramani Mahama has called on citizens to unite behind the government’s Reset Ghana agenda as the country marked 69 years of Independence from the United Kingdom. Addressing the nation at the forecourt of the Jubilee House, the President emphasised the need for collective responsibility, discipline, and integrity in rebuilding the nation’s economy and strengthening governance. Speaking before government officials, security chiefs, diplomats, and invited guests, President Mahama said the mandate given to his administration requires a fundamental transformation in how the country is governed and how national resources are managed. According to the President, the…

By Leo Nelson As Ghana marks it’s 69th Independence Anniversary, President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, has called on Ghanaians to embrace unity, discipline and a renewed sense of national responsibility. In a national address at the Jubilee House to mark the historic day, President Mahama urged citizens to put aside political, ethnic and religious differences and work collectively towards building a stronger and more prosperous nation. “Nation-building demands discipline, sacrifice and a shared commitment to the ideals upon which our country was founded,” the President stated. “This anniversary is not only a time to celebrate our freedom but…

By Leo Nelson Ayivor The President of the Forum of Kings, Queens, Sheiks, Sultans and Traditional Leaders of Africa, who doubles as the Paramount Chief and President of the Aflao Traditional Area, Torgbiga Amenya Fiti V, is making a strong case for the meaningful inclusion of traditional authorities in national and continental decision-making processes, arguing that their involvement would strengthen governance, peacebuilding and grassroots development across Africa. The respected traditional leader was speaking as the special guest of honour at a cultural event held in Kinshasa DRC, Tuesday, March 3, under the auspices of the DRC’s Ministry of Security and…