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Ghana's gun licensing faces a major shakeup - but will these changes be enough to curb illegal firearm activity?

Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak announced an overhaul of Ghana's gun licensing system, including slowing licence issuance and digitalising registration. The reforms aim to improve oversight and accountability, preventing illegal sales.

Why is the Interior Minister putting the brakes on gun licenses, and what does it mean for gun ownership in Ghana?

Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has slowed gun licence approvals. The move aims to tighten firearm control via a digital registry and stricter oversight of importers and dealers - all to improve national security.

New regulations are coming for okada riders - but will these rules actually make the roads safer?

Okada riders will soon be required to join unions and use approved safety gear, according to the NRSA's Abraham Amaliba. The new regulations aim to improve accountability and road safety. Unions will be responsible for members' conduct, and riders must use approved helmets.

Why is the NRSA deploying tripods to accident-prone areas, and will this new strategy actually improve road safety?

The NRSA will deploy tripod-mounted speed monitoring equipment to police regions to reduce accidents. Director-General Amaliba says the cameras will target accident 'blackspots'. The initial rollout is limited, but more units are expected.

A Chinese machinery firm in Asankrangwa was attacked - but what did the armed robbers get away with?

Five suspects were arrested for robbing Velotop Co. Ltd in Asankrangwa of GHS 200,000. The armed robbers, who attacked on March 12, 2026, handcuffed three Chinese nationals.

A new road safety policy will soon require drivers to arrange for towing much faster - or else what?

The NRSA says drivers must arrange towing within 30 minutes in city centers under a new policy accompanying the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Abraham Amaliba says vehicle owners will subscribe to towing services, like insurance. Discussions are underway with insurance companies.

Why is the President's choice of aircraft for travel under scrutiny, and what considerations are at play?

Callistus Mahama addresses public concerns regarding President Mahama's travel arrangements, specifically the use of a plane belonging to the President's brother. He acknowledges the need for scrutiny and moral clarity in the use of public power.

Ghana's roads are about to get a whole lot smarter, but how will this tech affect your daily commute?

The Road Safety Commission plans to expand digital traffic enforcement using the Traffitech project. Digital cameras will be deployed on major roads to detect offences like speeding - reducing the need for manual police patrols.

Is Ghana's energy strategy built on solid ground, or are there hidden cracks beneath the surface?

Bright Simons of IMANI Africa has questioned Ghana's energy strategy after the commissioning of the MT Asharami Ghana LPG carrier. He suggests the focus on LPG highlights deeper issues within Ghana's gas policy framework. Simons argues that political commitments outpace institutional capacity.

The Offinsomanhene backs the Minority's cocoa tour - but what crucial issues will the MPs uncover from the farmers?

Offinsomanhene Nana Dwamena Akenten II has endorsed the Minority's tour of cocoa-growing areas in Ashanti. He urged the MPs to champion the concerns of cocoa farmers regarding recent price reductions. The tour aims to gather firsthand information, but what will they uncover?

Why is Zelensky accusing European allies of 'blackmail' amid a row over Russian oil and a vital loan?

Volodymyr Zelensky has accused EU allies of blackmail over the Druzhba pipeline, which transports Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. Zelensky says reopening it would be like lifting sanctions on Moscow - while Hungary blocks EU sanctions until it reopens.

Akyemansa's DCE declares war on galamsey - but can she win against such powerful forces?

DCE Linda Ahenkora is leading a crackdown on galamsey in Akyemansa, seizing 300 machines and arresting 50 suspects. The Akyemansa Anti-Galamsey Taskforce aims to protect water bodies and farmlands from illegal mining. But can they truly stop the destructive practice?

Why did Israeli forces open fire on a Palestinian family in the West Bank, leaving two children orphaned?

Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian couple, Ali and Waad Bani Odeh, and two of their children, Mohammed (5) and Othman (7), in the occupied West Bank. The incident occurred in Tammum during an Israeli military operation. Two other children survived with injuries.

A Tamale anti-drug operation nets a dozen suspects, but what shocking discovery did police make nearby?

Police in Tamale arrested 12 individuals on March 14 during an anti-drug operation, seizing tramadol and suspected cannabis. The operation occurred in various parts of Tamale. Separately, a newborn baby was rescued after being abandoned near the Police Barracks.

Torrential rains have caused deadly flooding in Kenya, but what's being done to help those affected?

Flooding in Kenya has killed at least 62 people after heavy rains, with 33 deaths in Nairobi alone. The flooding damaged roads and infrastructure, forcing over 2,000 to seek shelter. President Ruto says emergency aid is being delivered - but more rain is expected.

Why is the government being asked to apologize over the 24-Hour Economy Policy?

Michael Okyere Baafi is urging the government to apologize for allegedly changing the 24-Hour Economy Policy's formula from "1-3-3" to "4-1-9". The NPP MP claims this shift, without consultation, confuses Ghanaians and requires explanation - especially regarding investment promotion.

A fatal collision near Tuobodom has claimed lives, but what caused this tragedy on the Kintampo Highway?

A head-on collision at Tuobodom on the Kintampo Highway has resulted in two deaths. The crash involved an Opel Astra and a minibus. Investigations are underway following the accident.