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GCB Bank's "Pa To Pa" promo ends with a grand finale - but who walked away with the top prizes?

GCB Bank's "Pa To Pa" promo, a customer reward initiative that began in December 2025, has reached its grand finale. The five-month nationwide campaign transformed saving into a competitive experience - but what was the result?

Food safety in Ghana is allegedly threatened by dangerous practices - but what is being done about it?

A radio commentator laments the decline of food safety in Ghana, where contaminated food is becoming a public health concern - from waakye beans cooked with paracetamol to plantain fried with plastic. What does this mean for public health?

UHAS is tackling neonatal infections in the Volta Region- but what challenges will they face?

UHAS has launched a 3-year research initiative at Ho Teaching Hospital, addressing neonatal infections and antimicrobial resistance. The project aims to reduce deaths caused by drug-resistant infections- but what systemic gaps will they uncover?

Ghana's seed system is getting a reset - but what does this mean for the country's broader agricultural transformation?

A National Seed System Reset Programme has been launched at the University of Ghana, bringing together stakeholders to discuss strengthening Ghana's seed system. The programme aims to create a modern, coordinated pipeline - hinting at the future of Ghana's agricultural transformation agenda.

SWIM tapped a new advisor to help youth explore climate-smart agriculture. What does this mean for the future?

The Student Workforce Innovation Movement (SWIM) has a new advisor. The goal is to boost workforce innovation and climate-smart agriculture - but how will this affect the future of food?

Why are some Ghanaian politicians so eager to abolish the very office created to hold them accountable?

Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) faces a threat from politicians seeking its abolition. The move raises questions about the motives behind dismantling an institution designed to combat corruption - and who truly benefits.

A new report analyzes the prices of maize, rice, and sorghum. Are costs up or down?

The AGRA Food Security Monitor has released its February 2026 report on major food grains in Ghana. The report examines price movements and market conditions- but what factors are at play?

Ghana can develop rapidly if it prioritizes engineering, science, and tech - but how can the nation achieve this?

Ing Ludwig Annang Hesse says engineering, science, and technology are critical for Ghana's development. He urges Ghana to emulate Asian countries by prioritizing these fields - but what changes are needed to make this a reality?

Ghana has what it takes to feed itself and compete globally, says one organization - but how?

The Federation of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE) is preparing for the Ghana Horticulture Expo 2026. They say Ghana has the resources to become a major player in global agriculture - but what challenges remain?

Ghana's children face a "slow, silent assault," but what does the Paediatric Society want done about it?

The Paediatric Society of Ghana is calling on President Mahama to lead a global effort. They want environmental destruction from illegal mining classified as a crime against humanity - but why now?

Ghana unveils a bold plan to shield its vulnerable during crises - but can it withstand the coming storms?

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has launched a new strategy. This framework aims to protect vulnerable populations during crises - but what challenges will it face?

An MP raises concerns about illegal mining and logging - but who is protecting the perpetrators?

Dr. Gideon Boako, Tano North MP, is concerned about increased illegal mining and logging. He alleges government appointees are enabling environmental destruction- but what impact will this have?

The Akwatia MP says blaming the government for all farm losses is an oversimplification - but why does he say that?

Akwatia MP Bernard Bediako Baidoo addressed agricultural losses, involving the government and farmers. He suggests that the narrative might be more complex than it appears - and that there may be more to the story.

MFWA is calling for a probe into "Medical Kalabule"- but what exactly is going on in Ghana's hospitals?

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has formally requested the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to delve into alleged malpractices within the healthcare sector- specifically, the "Medical Kalabule" expose. The petition hints at potential systemic issues affecting patients and their families- but what could they be?

The Bank of Ghana is planning a major shift in cocoa financing - but what does it mean for the local economy?

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is planning a new cocoa financing model. It involves raising $1 billion from the local bond market to finance cocoa purchases for the 2026/2027 crop season - part of efforts to strengthen the cocoa financing system. The proposed funding model comes amid efforts to revive the cocoa sector - but what impact will it have?

Ghana is on alert following a Hantavirus outbreak - but what steps are being taken to protect the public?

The Ghana Health Service is responding to reports of a Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship docked in Cape Verde. Precautionary measures have been activated through its Port Health Division and other public health systems - but what does this mean for the average Ghanaian?

GEA has handed start-up kits to 150 young women in Walewale after rice processing training under the HAPPY Project to su

GEA has handed start-up kits to 150 young women in Walewale after rice processing training under the HAPPY Project to support agribusiness growth.

Could the rise in kidney disease cases be linked to something in the water - or rather, what's being put in it?

The Ghana Association of Radiologists (GAR) is raising concerns about a worrying trend. They are pointing to a possible connection between environmental pollution and a specific health crisis.