Bumper harvest, shrinking profits: Bono East maize and beans farmers battle price decline
Agriculture Feb 19, 2026

Bumper harvest, shrinking profits: Bono East maize and beans farmers battle price decline

Despite a season of good rains and bumper yields, maize and beans farmers across the Bono East Region say falling prices are wiping out profits and pushing households deeper into debt — a situation they warn could affect national food security if it continues. Under the scorching afternoon sun, rows of neatly stitched sacks of freshly harvested maize sit untouched in front of 40-year-old Hudu Karim’s house, his golden promise fading with each passing day.

Limited Operational Fire Tenders Hampering Emergency Response in Bono Region
Security Feb 14, 2026

Limited Operational Fire Tenders Hampering Emergency Response in Bono Region

BONO REGION — With the Bono Region recording 275 fire outbreaks in 2025, representing a 2.61 percent increase over the previous year, concerns are growing over the emergency preparedness of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) to respond quickly and effectively to incidents across the region. Many residents believe that several fire outbreaks escalated due to delayed response times, arguing that the extent of damage could have been significantly minimised if firefighters had arrived earlier.

Cut Off and Forgotten: The Untold Hardships of Kuren Community
Development Feb 12, 2026

Cut Off and Forgotten: The Untold Hardships of Kuren Community

BONO REGION — Tucked away from Ghana’s major development corridors, the rural community of Kuren in the Dormaa Central Municipality has for years grappled with neglect and the absence of basic social amenities. From dawn to dusk, residents endure harsh living conditions marked by poor road networks, lack of potable water, limited access to healthcare and weak network connectivity—challenges that continue to affect the community’s socio-economic life. Residents say these hardships have gone beyond slowing development; they have entrenched poverty and dimmed hopes for meaningful progress.

From Sacred Grove to Ecotourism Jewel: Inside Ghana’s Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary
Environment Feb 09, 2026

From Sacred Grove to Ecotourism Jewel: Inside Ghana’s Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary

BONO EAST — Madam Afua Buruwaa, a resident of Boabeng, stood by her fire, busily preparing a meal for her family, unfazed as a small group of monkeys sat and watched from barely five metres away. It is a rare and captivating spectacle—one that would draw curious onlookers in any other setting—but here in Boabeng, it reflects a unique coexistence between humans and wildlife that has defined the area for generations.

DVLA Announces Driver’s Licenses Will Now Expire on Holders’ Birthdays
News Jan 31, 2026

DVLA Announces Driver’s Licenses Will Now Expire on Holders’ Birthdays

The :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} (DVLA) has announced a major change to its licensing policy, stating that driver’s licenses will now expire on the holder’s date of birth. The announcement was made at a press conference held on Friday, January 23, 2026, by the Chief Executive of the Authority, :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. A Simpler Renewal System According to Mr. Kotey, the new policy forms part of a broader reform agenda aimed at modernizing DVLA operations and improving service delivery nationwide.

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Central University Cost of Living Report – February 2026

Executive Summary Location: Miotso, Accra Date: February 2026 Food Prices Rice: GHS 5 per cup Full meal (rice + chicken + sides): ~GHS 25 Waakye (Joe Sam’s): GHS 30 Burgers: from GHS 15 Shawarma: from GHS 50 Housing Costs Two-in-a-room (standard off-campus): from GHS 4,000+ per semester Starleys Hostel (single occupant in 2-in-room): GHS 3,650 per semester Food: Daily Student Expenses Food prices on campus reflect limited vendor competition. Only a few food vendors are officially allowed to operate within university premises.

Mar 02, 2026
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Kejetia Market Prices: Yam Stays Affordable, But Diesel Hikes Threaten Onion Sellers

Market Summary: Kejetia (Week 3, February 2026) Navigating the local markets requires knowing the real numbers. Our latest field report from Kejetia Market in Kumasi breaks down the current cost of staple foods and highlights a hidden factor that could drive prices up in the coming weeks: fuel. Here is what you need to know before you shop this week. 🛒 Staple Foods: The Current Board Prices for basic commodities are holding steady, but buying strategies matter.

Feb 23, 2026
Health Ministry Probes Korle Bu and Ridge Hospitals Over Unethical Conduct
News Jan 31, 2026

Health Ministry Probes Korle Bu and Ridge Hospitals Over Unethical Conduct

The Ministry of Health has launched a high-level investigation into allegations of unethical medical practices at two of Accra’s major public healthcare facilities: Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) and the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, commonly known as Ridge Hospital. The probe follows growing public concern over alleged unauthorized practices and lapses in professional conduct within the two state-run institutions. Independent Committee Constituted The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has constituted a seven-member committee to conduct an independent and comprehensive inquiry into the allegations.

Blood on the Asphalt: The Growing Okada Crisis in Ashaiman
News Jan 25, 2026

Blood on the Asphalt: The Growing Okada Crisis in Ashaiman

Over the years, motorbike accidents have become one of the leading causes of road traffic injuries and deaths in Ashaiman and its surrounding areas. At the centre of the crisis are commercial motorbike riders—popularly known as “Okada”—whose widespread overspeeding and reckless driving have turned many roads into danger zones. Engines roar to life and bikes surge forward at high speed, often without regard for traffic rules or pedestrian safety. In many cases, riders operate without helmets, placing both themselves and their passengers at extreme risk.

Robbery on the Streets of Tema: A Daily Fear for Many Residents
News Jan 25, 2026

Robbery on the Streets of Tema: A Daily Fear for Many Residents

For many residents of Tema, moving freely on the streets is no longer something taken for granted. What was once a normal walk to the bus stop, a late return from work, or an early morning jog has increasingly become a moment of fear, as cases of street robbery continue to rise across the city. In areas such as poorly lit roads, shortcuts between communities, bus stops, and market surroundings, reports of robberies are becoming more frequent.

Water Scarcity in Tema: A Daily Struggle Behind the City’s Industrial Image
News Jan 24, 2026

Water Scarcity in Tema: A Daily Struggle Behind the City’s Industrial Image

In Tema, water has become something people wait for, plan around, and sometimes argue over. In a city known for factories, the port, and heavy industry, many residents say one basic necessity is no longer guaranteed: running water. Water is essential to life and everyday living. Yet in Tema, something so naturally provided has become as scarce—and as contested—as a luxury. Living Without Reliable Water Across several communities, taps often run dry for long periods.

Police Arrest 22 Foreign Nationals Over Suspected Illegal Mining Activities
News Jan 23, 2026

Police Arrest 22 Foreign Nationals Over Suspected Illegal Mining Activities

Police in the Savannah Region have arrested 22 Togolese nationals suspected of attempting to engage in illegal mining activities within the West Gonja Municipality. The arrest was made on January 23, 2026, when officers from the Savannah Regional Police Intelligence Department intercepted a Kia truck, registration number BA 223-12, during a routine operation. The vehicle was being driven by a suspect identified as Abdul Majeed Yakubu. According to police sources, preliminary questioning revealed that the occupants of the vehicle were all nationals of Togo.

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The Rise of AI Deepfakes in West African Fraud
Technology Jan 21, 2026

The Rise of AI Deepfakes in West African Fraud

It is a typical Tuesday morning when Joojo, a manager at a wholesale shop, receives a video call from an unknown number. On the screen appears his boss—same face, same voice, same mannerisms. The message is urgent. “Some goods will be coming in and need to be cleared. I’m sending a prompt to the work mobile money SIM. Just type in the PIN now before the supplier gets there.” Moments later, the money is gone.

NAIMOS Cracks Down on Galamsey Sites Threatening Rivers, Farmlands in Tano North
News Jan 21, 2026

NAIMOS Cracks Down on Galamsey Sites Threatening Rivers, Farmlands in Tano North

Security operatives with the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) have launched a major operation against illegal mining activities in the Tano North Municipality of the Ahafo Region, amid growing concerns over environmental degradation. The crackdown, carried out on January 19, 2026, forms part of a renewed enforcement drive aimed at flushing out illegal miners and protecting water bodies and farmlands affected by galamsey activities in the area. The operation followed weeks of intelligence gathering by NAIMOS, supported by media reports of sustained illegal mining at several locations, including Sukuumu, Subrisu No.

Krofofrom Residents Decry Deplorable Nature of Road Linking Adrobaa
News Jan 17, 2026

Krofofrom Residents Decry Deplorable Nature of Road Linking Adrobaa

Each morning, Ama Serwaa, like many other residents of Krofofrom in the Tano North Municipality (Ahafo Region), steps out of her home with a single concern weighing heavily on her mind: whether she will get to Adrobaa, the nearest commercial town, on time for her daily activities. Ama Serwaa’s anxiety stems from the harsh reality that the Krofofrom–Adrobaa road, a key commercial route, has deteriorated into a dangerous stretch of deep potholes and eroded shoulders.

Kintampo Police Arrest 11 Suspects in Drug Operation
Crime Dec 18, 2025

Kintampo Police Arrest 11 Suspects in Drug Operation

Eleven arrested in intelligence-led anti-drug operation The Kintampo District Police Command in the Bono East Region has arrested eleven (11) suspects in a targeted anti-drug operation aimed at curbing the sale, distribution, and abuse of illicit substances within the municipality. The intelligence-led exercise was carried out on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in two communities—Babator and Kawampe—as part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and clamp down on drug-related activities in the area.

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