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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.

A senior police officer is dead - what could have happened at his Akweteyman home?

DSP Rockson Gyasi was found dead at his Akweteyman residence in Accra. The police have launched an investigation into the death of the officer - who was stationed in Tsito, Volta Region. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear.

A Spintex resident reports a shocking home invasion - but what did the police find upon investigating the scene?

Police in Spintex have arrested a suspect after a reported unlawful entry. A resident reported a break-in on March 4th, discovering missing cash - GHC1,000 and $22,350. Investigations are ongoing.

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.

A fatal collision on the Kintampo Highway has claimed lives - what factors contributed to this tragic event?

A head-on collision near Tuobodom on the Kintampo Highway has resulted in two fatalities. The crash on Friday involved an Opel Astra and a public transport minibus. Investigations are underway, and authorities are urging increased vigilance.

A Spintex resident reports a break-in, but what did the police find when they caught up with the alleged thief?

A suspect, Daniel Odai Afotey, has been arrested by police in connection with a burglary at Spintex, Accra. The victim reported GH¢1,000 and $22,350 were stolen from her home - police retrieved the cash and other items. An accomplice is still at large as investigations continue.

Why were Bills Micro-Credit officers suspended after a confrontation with a customer carrying a baby?

Bills Micro-Credit suspended field officers after a video surfaced showing an altercation with a customer holding a baby. The officers have been handed over to the Ghana Police Service for investigation. The Board is engaging with the customer as investigations proceed.

Why did a court sentence an Indian national after fake currency was discovered at his workplace in Accra?

Shubham Sharma, an Indian national, was sentenced in Accra for possessing fake currency- GH¢1.9 million and $191,900. Sharma, a former manager, allegedly replaced genuine company cash with the counterfeit notes while his employer was abroad.

A Spintex resident reported a burglary, leading to an arrest and the recovery of stolen cash - but what else did the.

A suspect, Daniel Odai Afotey, has been arrested by police in connection with a Spintex burglary where GH¢1,000 and $22,350 were stolen. The suspect allegedly admitted to the crime and implicated an accomplice. The investigation continues as police seek to identify owners of other recovered items.

Why will transporting key tree crops soon require a new certificate, and how will this affect Ghanaian traders?

The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) will require licensed traders to obtain a conveyance certificate before transporting tree crops, starting March 30, 2026. This affects individuals and companies trading cashew, coconut, oil palm, rubber, mango and shea (C-CORMS).

A deadly crash on a major highway has claimed a life, but what caused this tragedy near Asankare?

A fatal accident on the Accra-Kumasi Highway at Adansi 47 Breku has resulted in one death and one injury. The collision involved a cargo vehicle and a pick-up truck. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the crash.

An Accra court has handed down a sentence for currency fraud, but the details of the case are quite shocking...

Shubham Sharma, a manager, has been sentenced to imprisonment for possessing fake currency - specifically GH¢1,976,000 in fake GH¢200 notes and US$191,900 in counterfeit US$100 notes. The court also directed his deportation after serving his sentence, but what led to this?

A joint security operation leads to arrests, but what illicit activities were they allegedly involved in?

Twelve Nigerian nationals have been arrested in Ghana for alleged cyber fraud and human trafficking after a joint security operation. The operation, which took place on March 12, 2026, also seeks six other suspects. Authorities are investigating the extent of the crimes.

IGP Yohuno's first year saw major changes in the Ghana Police Service, but what challenges still lie ahead?

IGP Yohuno marks his first year with promotions for over 12,802 officers and efforts to combat crime. His leadership saw improved security and even a historic visit from the Asantehene - solidifying police relations. What innovative strategies will he employ next?

The Ghana Police Service is exploring new strategies with the NYPD - but what changes might Ghanaians see?

A senior NYPD delegation met with the Ghana Police Service (GPS) in Accra to discuss operational cooperation. IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno and the Police Management Board engaged the delegation on modern policing practices. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is proposed to strengthen ties.

Courier operators in Ghana have a strict deadline to meet or face serious penalties - what could this mean for.

The government has set an April 1 deadline for all courier operators to register with the Postal and Courier Services Regulatory Commission or face sanctions. Minister Samuel Nartey George says this is to enforce regulations using the new ICOLMS-Ghana platform.