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An NGO is helping couples overcome infertility - but the journey has been anything but easy.

Xoese Ghana, an NGO, is helping couples facing infertility challenges to achieve their dreams of parenthood. Since its inception, the organization has been working to provide support - but what impact has it had?

A nationwide strike has commenced, but what critical issues have brought TVET workers to this point?

TVET workers across Ghana have initiated a nationwide strike, raising concerns within the education sector- but what led to this widespread action? The union cites unresolved grievances and a breakdown in communication with management- leaving many to wonder about the future of technical and vocational training.

Students are building a bushfire-fighting robot - but can it protect vulnerable farming communities?

Telecel Foundation's DigiTech Academy cohort 3 nears graduation, with students across five regions showcasing robotics, coding, and digital solutions. In Jirapa, a team is finalizing a robot designed to detect and combat bushfires - hinting at the real-world impact of the program.

Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality

Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality cannot sustain permanently

The Vice President reflects on Mfantsipim's multi-generational impact - and issues a mandate for the future of education.

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang joined Mfantsipim School to inaugurate its 150th-anniversary celebrations. She sees the institution as a pillar that has reinforced Ghana's intellectual foundations - but what makes it so special?

From a mining town to the IMF - what pivotal moments shaped Valeria Mensah's journey in economics?

Valeria Mensah is an economist with the IMF, blending her skills with an interest in global economic development. She shares her journey from a Ghanaian mining town to shaping economic policies - but how did her past shape her future?

Graduates are charged to apply their knowledge and skills toward national and global development- but how?

Takoradi Technical University held its 26th Special Congregation Ceremony in Takoradi. The university reiterated its dedication to equipping students- including those with disabilities- with relevant competencies.

A helicopter went down near a school in Tema - but what led to the crash and what's the extent of the damage?

A helicopter crash near a Tema Community preschool has prompted a swift response from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) and other emergency services. The incident raises concerns about aviation safety and emergency response protocols in residential areas - what could have caused it?

Vendors in Ellembelle are rejecting 10 and 20 pesewas coins, despite Bank of Ghana warnings that all valid denominations

Vendors in Ellembelle are rejecting 10 and 20 pesewas coins, despite Bank of Ghana warnings that all valid denominations remain legal tender.

Ghana's leaders gathered to celebrate Mfantsipim's 150th anniversary - but why does this milestone matter so much?

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang joined dignitaries to launch Mfantsipim School's 150th anniversary. The event celebrated the school's long history of shaping leaders - but the anniversary holds a deeper significance for Ghana's future.

A top VC is calling for universities to refocus - but what does that mean for Ghana's future workforce?

UEW's Vice Chancellor, Prof Stephen Jobson Mitchual, has urged universities to focus on producing impactful graduates. He believes that higher education needs a fundamental rethink, but what does that mean for the future of Ghana's graduates?

A so-called international career program may be a trap - but what are young African women being lured into?

The Alabuga Start Program presents itself as an international career-development exchange, recruiting young women from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. There are reports that these women are being trafficked to produce weapons of war in Russia - raising concerns about exploitation and deception.

The MTN Ghana Foundation's Bright Scholarship opens applications- but who is eligible to apply?

The MTN Ghana Foundation has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 Bright Scholarship. The scholarship aims to ease the financial burden on students- but what impact will this have?

Why did the Education Minister say there are "more schools than hospitals"? The answer may surprise you.

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has promised a review of teacher recruitment quotas after concerns from teacher unions. The current allocation has been described as inadequate - but what could this mean for education in 2026?

Why is the Education Minister promising swift action at Aburi Girls' SHS - and what does it mean for other schools?

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu addressed concerns about Aburi Girls' SHS - and infrastructure challenges nationwide. The Minister outlined government's planned response, hinting at broader structural issues within the education sector.

Ghana's first secondary school, Mfantsipim, is celebrating 150 years - but what does the founding church want now?

The Methodist Church Ghana has lauded Mfantsipim School's 150-year legacy during the launch of its sesquicentennial anniversary - an event graced by Ghana's Vice President. The Church has called on the Mfantsipim fraternity to reflect beyond past celebrations and consider future responsibilities - but what could those be?

A new project in South Tongu seeks to transform agriculture- but can it change long-held perceptions among the youth?

Maxwell K. Lukutor, MP for South Tongu, has launched the Green Scholars Project at Sogakope Senior High School. The initiative aims to get the youth involved in agriculture- but its impact could be far-reaching.

The World Bank is calling for a major shift to prepare young Africans - but what changes are needed?

The World Bank is concerned about the readiness of African youth for the job market. They are pushing for a skills revolution, but a growing mismatch looms - what does this mean for the continent's future?