Story by George Yawson VINEH As the world celebrates International Women’s Day on March 8, my attention is being drawn to the resilience, determination, and achievements of women and girls who continue to pursue their dreams despite challenges. Across Ghana, many young women are taking bold steps to build careers, start businesses, and support their families while contributing to national development. This year’s observance highlights the need for stronger support systems by the government and society to empower women and girls. Globally, the 2026 theme emphasizes “Rights, Justice, and Action for All Women and Girls,” calling for deliberate efforts to remove barriers that limit opportunities for women. In Ghana, young women are increasingly entering fields such as entrepreneurship, digital technology, agriculture,

Story by George Yawson VINEH Nine public officers, including five Customs officers, one officer from the Narcotics Control Commission, one Port Security officer, one Energy Commission officer and one Standards Authority officer, have been arrested and placed under Police inquiry bail in connection with the interception of a container carrying a massive consignment of undeclared Tramadol at the Tema Port. The arrests follow the seizure by the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) of a container loaded with 299 cartons containing 146,932,000 tablets (250mg and 225mg) of undeclared Tramadol Hydrochloride, equivalent to 34,847.2 kilogrammes. The seizure according to a press statement signed and issued on Tuesday 3 March,2026 was triggered by intelligence received by the Preventive wing of the Customs

Vindicating the Vision of DVLA Chief Julius Kotey In a landmark moment for Ghana’s transport and security landscape, the clouds of legal uncertainty have finally cleared. The recent decision by the High Court regarding the injunction filed by the Vehicle Embossment Manufacturers Association of Ghana (VEMAG) serves as more than just a legal win—it is a resounding vindication for the Chief Executive of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey. Standing Firm for Change.Since taking the helm, Mr. Kotey has been a tireless advocate for modernizing a system that many felt had become "polarized" and outdated. His push to replace the current registration plates with a state-of-the-art, security-oriented model was never just about aesthetics; it was a bold step toward national security. Despite the intense pressure

Story by George Yawson VINEH The Ghana Police Service has launched investigations into the circumstances leading to the death of a 26 year-old, a Liberian national Austin Tengeeh at Lashibi in the Greater Accra Region, leading to the arrest of three suspects. According to preliminary information from the police, the deceased had visited his brother's apartment complex at Lashibi near Sakumono on Friday, 27th February 2026 in the company of his girlfriend, but was attacked and assaulted by some residents and members of the public when the caretaker of the apartment raised an alarm that the deceased was a thief. A Police Patrol Team responding to the distress call arrived promptly at the scene, rescued the deceased, and conveyed him to the

Story by George Yawson VINEH In a heart-warming demonstration of local leadership and community responsibility, the Community 25 Landlords Association has made a significant donation to the Save the Young Orphanage, reinforcing their shared commitment to uplifting vulnerable children and strengthening community development initiatives. The donation event, held on Saturday 28 February, 2026 at the grounds of the Young Orphanage Golf City-Tema, brought together landlords, community leaders, caregivers, volunteers, and residents. It marked a meaningful step toward addressing some of the pressing needs facing the orphanage and the wider community. “We are more than just property owners in this community,” says member of the Community 25 Landlords Association, Nana Adu-Gyemfi. “We are neighbors, mentors, and guardians of the future. Supporting the young

By Braimah Abdul Majeed The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Tatale-Sanguli, Mary Tagba, has received national commendation for her outstanding leadership in urban development, adaptability, and social infrastructure, placing the Tatale-Sanguli District firmly in the national spotlight.In a citation issued by the World Diplomatic Federation (WODIF), Madam Tagba was praised for her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of residents through innovative urban planning, social infrastructure development, and responsive local governance. The citation notes that her leadership has significantly enhanced community resilience and development outcomes in the district, while contributing meaningfully to Ghana’s overall growth agenda.As a result of these contributions, Mary Tagba has been selected to receive the prestigious “Adaptability & Social Infrastructure Advocate Honor.” The award recognizes leaders

As the world charts a path toward decarbonisation, Africa finds itself at an inflection point: it can either repeat the carbon-intensive development pathways of industrialised nations or leapfrog directly to a low-carbon grid that harnesses its abundant renewable resources. At the heart of this transformative opportunity were the central insights delivered by Professor Ivan Cardillo during the Toward a Shared Green Future: China, Africa and the Strategic Reconfiguration of Global Energy Transmission webinar, hosted by the Africa–China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) and the Institute of Chinese Law. Africa can build its energy future without retracing the footprints of fossil infrastructure, Professor Cardillo asserted, pointing to China’s remarkable clean energy expansion as a case study. “By Investing in transmission for

Story by: Daniel Kwabena Asare Director of the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Dr. Collins Rawlings Nunyonameh, has stated emphatically that Dr. Kwame Nkrumah was not overthrown due to dictatorship or corruption but rather for his success against imperialism. According to him, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) fear his perseverance and success to such an extent that they connived with internal collaborators and facilitated his removal. As part of an annual event, the Socialist Movement of Ghana (SMG) commemorated the First President of the Republic, Osaegyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, reflecting on his successes and the events leading to his overthrow, observed as “Ghana's Day of Shame”. The theme for this year's commemoration was "60 Years after Ghana’s Day of Shame: Imperialism on the Rampage." The

February 24,2026 Africa stands at a crossroads in its energy transition. As the continent accelerates toward cleaner power sources and a modernised grid, experts are increasingly emphasising one strategic imperative: education and workforce development must underpin every policy, investment and international cooperation plan. This was the central theme of Professor Ivan Cardillo’s keynote during the Toward a Shared Green Future: China, Africa and the Strategic Reconfiguration of Global Energy Transmission webinar - a collaborative initiative by the Africa–China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) and the Institute of Chinese Law. African Governments should modernise education systems to produce graduates skilled in renewable energy installation, smart-grid management, and digital energy systems, Professor Cardillo said, elaborating on why renewable and digital skills must become

As global energy markets pivot toward a low-carbon future, Africa’s critical mineral wealth is emerging not merely as an export commodity but as a foundation for industrial transformation - a message emphasised by Professor Ivan Cardillo, founder and chairman of the Institute of Chinese Law, during the webinar - Toward a Shared Green Future: China, Africa and the Strategic Reconfiguration of Global Energy Transmission, jointly organised by the Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) and the Institute of Chinese Law.“Africa’s dominance of certain critical minerals represents an opportunity for value addition,” Professor Cardillo said, urging policymakers and private sector leaders to pursue strategic value addition rather than continued reliance on raw commodity exports.Africa holds a commanding share of the