The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that 188 Ghanaians are officially on a U.S. deportation list, as part of a renewed immigration crackdown under President Donald Trump’s administration. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, June 26, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa disclosed that Ghana has been formally notified of the list and […]
The Consul General at the United States Embassy in Ghana, Mr Elliot Fertik, has cautioned that an applicant’s social media activity can influence the outcome of their U.S. visa application. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Tuesday, June 24, Mr Fertik revealed that, under current U.S. immigration policies, consular officers are authorised to review an […]
The Consul General at the United States Embassy in Ghana, Mr Elliot Fertik, has advised Ghanaians seeking to travel to the United States to refrain from using so-called visa agents or consultants, warning that such practices often lead to unsuccessful applications and misinformation. In an interview on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Tuesday, June 24, […]
Every baby in the UK will have their DNA tested under a new 10-year plan for the NHS. The whole-genome sequencing will screen for hundreds of diseases and allow people to “leapfrog” killer illnesses, according to the Health Secretary, Wes Streeting. Speaking to the Telegraph, he revealed plans to move the NHS towards a model […]
A trader, Constance Gyasi Nimako, has been remanded into lawful custody by an Accra Circuit Court for allegedly stealing and laundering money mistakenly credited to her bank account. Nimako, also known as Maa Adwoa, is alleged to have spent GH¢770,500 out of GH¢800,000 that was erroneously transferred to her Ecobank account. She reportedly transferred GH¢300,000 […]
The acting CEO of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has assured Ghanaians that NPA has sufficient fuel reserves to last beyond two months, despite ongoing global uncertainties. Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, speaking during a briefing with the Parliamentary Select Committee on Energy at Senchi on Saturday, revealed that the country currently holds over 200 million litres […]
Ghana’s academic landscape is set for a major cleanup, as the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has outlined the next steps in its efforts to curb the widespread misuse of honorary titles. Professor Augustine Ocloo, Deputy Director-General of GTEC, has issued a stern warning, indicating that individuals misrepresenting unearned accolades face not only the revocation […]
Four public officials have been charged with corruption over 10 containers of rice they reportedly hijacked from an importer at the Tema Port in 2022. Issah Seidu, James Keck Osei, John Abban, and Peter Archibold Hyde have been formally charged with corruption after they allegedly conspired to hijack 10 containers of imported rice at the […]
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has introduced a comprehensive list of updated fines and penalties for various road traffic infractions, as part of efforts to improve compliance and safety on Ghana’s roads. The new charges, outlined in a recent notice, cover a wide range of violations, including expired licences, defective vehicle parts, […]
Environmental journalist, Erastus Asare Donkor, has made allegations regarding the military’s involvement in shielding an illegal mining operation deep within the Anwiaso East Forest Reserve in the Western North region. Speaking on The Pulse on JoyNews on Wednesday, 19 June, Mr Donkor disclosed that the investigative team has been monitoring the illegal operation for months, […]
The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment has suspended the use of the Central Management System (CMS) of the National Service Authority (NSA) with immediate effect. This is due to emerging concerns surrounding the digital infrastructure currently in use at the NSA. A release issued by the Ministry on Thursday said this followed a directive […]
The United States Embassy in Ghana has cautioned Ghanaians against using visa “fixers” or connection men, stressing that no individual or agent can guarantee entry into the United States. The warning comes amidst reports that Ghana is among 36 countries potentially facing new U.S. travel restrictions if they fail to meet enhanced vetting and documentation […]
