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With Houthi attacks disrupting vital maritime trade routes, how will the escalating tensions in the Middle East impact the global economy?

Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping are raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict and further global economic damage. This comes amidst ongoing

New water projects in Ashanti could transform farming - but what will they really deliver?

Work has begun on two inland valley water conservation projects in the Ashanti Region, targeting communities in Sekyere East and Atwima Nwabiagya…

Why are local shea butter makers struggling to compete - and what change could transform their fortunes?

Shea processors in northern Ghana face rising nut costs as exporters buy in bulk.

Why are rival women's groups in Bono East at odds over a nurse's arrest?

Women's groups from the NDC and NPP in Bono East have clashed over the arrest of Salomey Awitti Baffoe linked to Ghana Jollof.

When the rains came, homes vanished - but the full impact on livelihoods and trade is only beginning to surface.

Flooding in North East Gonja District has displaced 246 residents and destroyed 93 houses.

The recent disclosure by the Interior Minister offers a glimpse into the widespread impact of the June 29 floods, raising questions about the full

Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has provided an update on the devastating floods that impacted parts of Ghana on June 29, 2026. His

Upper East records 27 maternal deaths in 2026 despite full antenatal coverage, as officials cite late reporting, poor ro

Upper East records 27 maternal deaths in 2026 despite full antenatal coverage, as officials cite late reporting, poor roads and referral delays.

Despite full antenatal care coverage, why are maternal deaths still a major issue in Ghana's Upper East Region?

The Upper East Regional Health Directorate has achieved 100 percent antenatal care coverage for pregnant women in the first half of 2026. However

A devastating drought in Uganda's Karamoja region has left communities struggling with crop failures and food scarcity, prompting government

Uganda's north-eastern Karamoja region faces severe food shortages due to prolonged drought, impacting thousands of families. This recurring crisis

A routine stop uncovers more than anyone expected - what could two university students be hiding?

Three individuals, including two UDS students, have been apprehended by the Tamale Police Command - they are suspected of being armed robbers. The items found in their possession have raised serious questions about student involvement in crime.

Why are Gbintiri residents refusing to pay market tolls-and what does it have to do with a 14-day ultimatum?

Gbintiri residents and traditional leaders are boycotting market revenue payments-citing neglect and exclusion from the 24-hour economy initiative. The community demands fiscal transparency and reinvestment-or face a permanent breakdown in cooperation.

The Chief Justice's decision on vacation judges is stirring up a storm-find out why lawyers and politicians are raising questions.

A controversy has erupted over the Chief Justice's selection of judges for legal vacation cases, following petitions from lawyers Godfred Dame and

Which two figures are emerging as early frontrunners in the NDC's flagbearership race, and what does this mean for the party's unity?

A new survey of NDC delegates suggests two contenders with roots in the former Brong Ahafo Region are leading early perceptions ahead of the…

Discover why Lawyer Sulley Sambian believes his experience and strategy are essential to secure the NPP's stronghold in the North East Region.

Lawyer Sulley Sambian, North East Regional Secretary of the NPP, is vying for the Regional Chairman position, asserting his readiness to lead the

Authorities have intercepted a large consignment of cocoa and arrested four suspects in a case that highlights ongoing efforts to combat smuggling.

The North East Regional Police Command has apprehended four individuals and seized a significant quantity of cocoa beans near the Bunkpurugu-Togo

Attacks on police checkpoints raise concerns - but what's really at stake?

DCOP Osei Shaibu is worried about attacks in the North East Region. He says the burning of checkpoints is a threat - but what does this mean for the region's safety?

Minister Tia's address covered key sectors - but what advancements will residents find most impactful?

North East Regional Minister Ibrahim Tia addressed the Government Accountability Series in Nalerigu. He highlighted progress across infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, security, and economic growth in the region - but what does this mean for residents?

NPP heavyweights are deployed to oversee internal elections - but what challenges will they face?

The NPP is deploying regional representatives to oversee polling station and electoral area elections. This move aims to ensure the integrity of the grassroots polls - but can they maintain control?