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3 Apr•2 min read
NRSA intensifies safety enforcement on Accra-Kumasi highway ahead of Easter
Summary
Why is the NRSA focusing on specific spots like Apedwa and Bunso Junction?
The NRSA has ramped up road safety education and enforcement on the Accra-Kumasi highway. - With Easter approaching, the effort aims to curb crashes during the high-traffic season.
13 Jul•3 min read
Two arrested after Bole Police seize suspected cannabis, reject alleged GH¢30,000 bribe
Summary
Police in Bole made a significant seizure during a routine highway stop, but the full story behind the discovery remains to be uncovered.
Bole District Police intercepted suspected cannabis during a highway operation in the Savannah Region, leading to two arrests. The incident raises
16 Mar•3 min read
Prampram police commander initiates support for Pragya riders
Summary
A police commander is trying a new approach to regulate Pragya riders - but will it work?
The Prampram District Police Commander is working to formalise the operations of Pragya riders. He is bringing licensing services closer and introducing payment schemes - but what could this mean for road safety?
28 Mar•2 min read
INTERPOL officials spotted at Tema Harbour inspecting vehicles
Summary
Why are INTERPOL officials inspecting vehicles at the Tema Harbour? Authorities are yet to comment - more soon.
Reports indicate that INTERPOL officials have been spotted at the Tema Harbour inspecting vehicles. This has raised questions about the reason for their presence - and what it could mean for vehicle clearance.
17 Jul•2 min read
Residents call for urgent attention after bridge linking Achiase and Anumso communities collapses
Summary
The collapse of a crucial bridge has left two Ghanaian communities grappling with severe disruptions-what led to this critical infrastructure failure?
Residents of Achiase and Anumso in Ghana's Ashanti Region are appealing for the urgent reconstruction of a vital bridge. Its collapse has created
4d ago•3 min read
Dangerous structural defects on Mallam interchange
Summary
What do new images of Accra's Mallam Interchange reveal about its structural integrity and the urgent need for inspection?
Photographs of the Mallam Interchange in Accra have raised concerns about possible structural deterioration, prompting calls for urgent safety
13 Jul•3 min read
Commuters demand urgent repairs to deteriorating SCC-Old Barrier road
Summary
Discover why a vital stretch of the Kasoa-Mallam Highway has become a daily nightmare for commuters and drivers.
Motorists and commuters are demanding urgent repairs to the deteriorating SCC-Old Barrier road on the Kasoa-Mallam Highway. The road's condition is
13 Jul•3 min read
We've had enough - Commuters demand urgent repairs to SCC-Old Barrier road
Summary
Discover why a vital section of the Kasoa-Mallam Highway has become a daily nightmare for drivers and what dangers lurk on the neglected road.
Commuters on the SCC-Old Barrier road are demanding urgent repairs to the deteriorating stretch, which is causing severe traffic and safety
9 Jul•6 min read
Ghana Police Impound 188 Vehicles in Kumasi Over Illegal Sirens and Traffic Violations
Summary
The Ghana Police Service has intercepted 188 vehicles in the Ashanti Region for various traffic violations, including th
The Ghana Police Service has intercepted 188 vehicles in the Ashanti Region for various traffic violations, including the illegal use of sirens and
18 May•4 min read
Four killed in protests during Kenyan strikes over high fuel prices
Summary
Citizens are protesting rising fuel costs, but what led to this crisis and what solutions are on the horizon?
Kenya is facing nationwide transport strikes - and related protests - due to rising fuel costs. The situation is escalating, leaving many wondering about the broader implications - and potential resolutions.
6 Jul•2 min read
Respect police stops; they can save your life - drivers urged
Summary
Discover why a recent incident involving an unregistered vehicle is prompting a renewed call for drivers to respect police stops and road safety
Drivers are being urged to cooperate with police during routine road checks in Ghana, as these interventions are crucial for preventing accidents
29 Jun•6 min read
Commuter Chaos and Submerged Streets: Torrential Rains Batter Accra and Lomé
Summary
A westward-moving rainstorm from the Togo-Benin coast triggers severe flooding in Lomé and widespread traffic gridlock
A westward-moving rainstorm from the Togo-Benin coast triggers severe flooding in Lomé and widespread traffic gridlock for commuters across Accra.
22 Apr•4 min read
Libya and UAE fuel Sudan war with Colombian mercenaries, reports find
Summary
Colombian mercenaries are reportedly fueling the Sudan war - but who is backing them and why?
A UN report and security investigations expose a complex network funneling mercenaries and equipment into Sudan, implicating Libya and the UAE. The alleged support risks further destabilizing the region - but what does it mean for peace?
1 Jun•4 min read
In the dark: The security risk Ghana is ignoring at Elubo
Summary
Why does the cover of night in Elubo, Ghana, pose such a risk to residents and cross-border activities?
Elubo, a major border town in Ghana's Western Region, faces a significant challenge - darkness. The lack of streetlights raises concerns about security and the safety of residents.
3 Apr•2 min read
Firefighters avert explosion after fuel tanker accident at Adidome Dorfor
Summary
A fuel tanker overturned at Adidome Dorfor - what happened next underscores the importance of rapid emergency action.
A fuel tanker accident at Adidome Dorfor prompted a rapid response from the Ghana National Fire Service. Their intervention at the scene hints at the importance of preparedness when disaster strikes- but will it be enough?
29 May•3 min read
Stolen luxury vehicle in Canada traced to Ghana
Summary
A stolen luxury vehicle in Canada was traced all the way to Ghana - but how did it get here?
Canadian authorities are investigating an international vehicle theft operation involving a luxury vehicle. The investigation spanned multiple jurisdictions- raising questions about international crime.
20 May•4 min read
Afri-SET holds third regional workshop on Air quality sensors and data analysis for West Africa
Summary
West African researchers gathered to learn about air quality sensors - but what will they do with this knowledge?
The Air Quality Sensor Evaluation and Training Facility for West Africa (Afri-SET) at the University of Ghana recently held a workshop. Participants learned about air quality data and sensors - but why is this training so vital for the region?
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