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Mental disorders related more to epidemiology, disability than spiritual… – Study   – Ghana Business News HomeAfrica/InternationalMental disorders related more to epidemiology, disability than spiritual… – Study  

At least 20 people have been killed and 70 others injured in an explosion targeting a train transporting military personnel in Pakistan. The blast occurred while the train was travelling through Chaman Phatak station in Quetta, the capital of the western Balochistan region, on Sunday morning. Railway officials told BBC Urdu that three coaches and the engine were derailed while two were overturned. The shuttle service had primarily been transporting service personnel and their families who had been returning home for Eid. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) separatist group claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was a suicide bombing.…

James Gunu (right) Regional Minister. Mr James Gunu, Volta Regional Minister Thursday declared the Adaklu Mountain a security zone. “We cannot guarantee the safety of anybody going there, so the mountain has been declared a security zone,” he stated. Mr Gunu made the declaration when he led a delegation to ascertain the extent of damage caused by the mudslide that occurred at Adaklu Helekpe, a community located at the foot of the Adaklu Mountain on Wednesday. They were also there to commiserate with the affected people. The other members of the delegation were Mr Governs Kwame Agbodza, the Minister for…

Counting will continue in the Galway West by-election in the Republic of Ireland on Sunday after Social Democrat Daniel Ennis was elected as a TD in Dublin Central in the early hours of the morning. Voters had their say at the ballot boxes on Friday in Dublin Central and Galway West constituencies. The by-election took place in Dublin Central to fill a seat left vacant by Fine Gael TD and former Irish finance minister Paschal Donohoe who took up a role with the World Bank. Galway West is electing a new TD as their local TD Catherine Connolly was elected as president.…

Building and Road Consultant, Ing. Abdulai Mahama, has urged government to take decisive action against illegal structures on waterways as Ghana enters the peak of the rainy season.Speaking on Citi News Digest amid renewed flooding concerns in parts of Accra, Ing. Mahama said authorities must enforce planning regulations without fear or favour to prevent the recurring destruction caused by floods.“The government has to crack the whip. That’s it,” he stated.According to him, continued encroachment on waterways and wetlands remains a major contributor to flooding in urban areas, particularly in Accra.He argued that structures obstructing natural watercourses must be demolished regardless…

The Frankfurt Chapter of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Germany has called on the National Peace Council, traditional authorities and other key national stakeholders to intervene in what it describes as the targeted persecution and harassment of members of the opposition party by state security agencies under the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC). The appeal follows the recent arrest and detention of Bono Regional Chairman of the NPP, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, a development the group says has heightened anxiety among party supporters both in Ghana and abroad. Michael Arthur (McArthur), an aspiring Communications Officer for…

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has warned Ghanaians to prepare for heavier and more frequent rains in the coming weeks as the country gradually enters the peak of the rainy season.Joseph Tetteh Portuphy, Deputy Director in charge of Forecasting at GMet in an interview on the Channel One Newsroom on Saturday, May 23, said the recent rains are only the beginning of what is expected to be a more intense rainy period, especially by June.Speaking on the changing weather pattern, he attributed the development partly to the effects of climate change, noting that Ghana experienced a weaker Harmattan season this…

Entertainment Published May 24, 2026 at 7:24 AM Share Copy link Copied! Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Telegram Veteran Nollywood actress, Eucharia Anunobi, has opined that infidelity in a relationship or marriage is a deliberate choice. Naija News reports that the movie star, in a post via her Instagram page, refuted the claims that cheating is an accidental slip. The thespian-turned-evangelist argued that cheating requires conscious intent, stressing that individuals do not suffer sudden memory loss or forget their commitments when choosing to engage in intimacy with someone other than their partner. She wrote, “Cheating on your partner is a DELIBERATE…

Parliament of Ghana is set to host the 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family and Sovereignty from June 3 to June 6, 2026, at the Accra Ridge Church.The conference is expected to bring together lawmakers, academics, policy experts, civil society organisations and development partners from across Africa and other parts of the world to discuss major social, cultural and governance issues affecting the continent.The event will be held under the theme, “Consolidating Parliamentary Consensus: Advancing the African Charter on Family Values and Sovereignty.”According to a statement issued by the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee and Second Deputy Speaker of…

From mining boardrooms to presidential compounds, Ibrahim Mahama’s rise reveals how business, political power and elite influence increasingly collide in Ghana and across West Africa. Published on May 24, 2026 at 06:00 am (GMT +1) In Ghana’s new political economy, few figures command intrigue like Ibrahim Mahama. The younger brother of Ghanaian President John Mahama has evolved from a politically connected contractor into one of West Africa’s most ambitious indigenous industrialists.

📅 May 24, 2026  •  👤 Kabuma Node  •  📁 African football  •  🕑 1 min read Malawi National Women’s Football Team, the Scorchers, will play two international friendly matches against Tanzania and Ghana as part of preparations for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The Scorchers will face Tanzania on Wednesday, 3 June 2026, before taking on Ghana on Saturday, 6 June 2026, with both matches scheduled to be played in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The two matches will be the Scorchers’ third and fourth international friendlies this year, after facing Australia and India at the FIFA Series tournament…

The founder and CEO of PKO Group, Dr. Edward Osei, has paid a working visit to King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II at the Ga Mantse Palace, where he unveiled his vision of using sports to transform the Ga State and Ghana at large.During the royal engagement on Friday, May 22, 2026, Dr. Osei described sports as a powerful tool for youth transformation, empowerment, and community development — aimed at improving lives and livelihoods across the Ga State and the nation.He used the opportunity to brief the Ga Traditional Council on an upcoming event designed to honour the Ga King. The…

By Rihana Adam, GNA Accra, May 23, GNA – The National Paralympic Committee of Ghana (NPC-Ghana) has officially launched Ghana’s qualification journey towards the 2028 Summer Paralympic Games as the national Para Powerlifting team departed for the African Open Para Powerlifting Championships in Oran, Algeria. The championship, organised under the supervision of World Para Powerlifting, scheduled for May 21-24, 2026, at the Miloud Hadefi Olympic Complex and forms part of the official qualification pathway towards the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. The Ghanaian delegation led by para powerlifters Tahiru Haruna, Isaac Obeng and Isaac Nii Ayitey Tagoe, who would be making his debut appearance at a World Para Powerlifting sanctioned competition. The team…

The Government of Ghana has welcomed what it described as a “historic and courageous” decision by France to engage in reparatory justice discussions over the transatlantic enslavement of Africans, following major policy announcements by French President Emmanuel Macron. In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday, May 23, 2026, the government commended President Macron for what it called his “honest, open, conciliatory and exemplary leadership” on one of the most sensitive historical injustices confronting the global Black community. The statement follows President Macron’s recent declaration during events marking the 25th anniversary of France’s law recognising…

The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has distributed 50 calibrated weighing scales for free to traders in Techiman to promote fair trade, protect consumers, and ensure accurate measurement in markets.  The distribution, carried out in partnership with Physikalisch?Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), Germany’s National Metrology Institute, formed part of activities marking the 2026 World Metrology Day.   Speaking during the handing over of the scales at the World Metrology Day grand event held in Techiman on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Dr. Awal Mohammed, Deputy Director?General in-charge of Operations at the GSA’s, said the scales were meant to support traders and help them carry out their businesses in all honesty.   “We are…

Police in the Northern Region have arrested a man suspected of dealing in illegal drugs after seizing large quantities of Tramadol in Tamale. The 33-year-old suspect, Abdul Manan, was detained on Friday 23 May during an anti-drug operation in the suburb of Zujung, according to police. The operation was carried out by the Regional Special Operations Team, known as Red Maria, led by Chief Inspector Abu Issahaku. Officers targeted people suspected of selling and distributing illicit drugs in the area. Police say they acted based on intelligence, and Manan, an over-the-counter chemical shop owner, was arrested. Police said a search…

The Black Starlets’ hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup came to a heartbreaking end after suffering an 8-7 penalty shootout defeat to Uganda following a thrilling 2-2 draw in their play-off match at the U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Starlets started the game brightly and took the lead through Eric Adu Gyamfi, who found the back of the net to break the deadlock and give the team a deserved advantage. The goal lifted the confidence of the Ghanaian side, who controlled large spells of the game and continued to push forward in search…

The Church of Pentecost, Axim Area, has constructed and handed over a fully equipped VIP ward to the Axim Government Hospital in the Nzema East Municipality of the Western region, in a move aimed at improving healthcare delivery in the area.The project, named the ‘Pentecost Ward’, was solely financed by the church at a cost of GH₵193,413.00. It was officially handed over to hospital management on Friday.The new ward comprises two air-conditioned rooms, each fitted with two ceiling fans, a refrigerator, a television set, and a water heater in the bathroom. The facility also features fully tiled floors, two adjustable…

Black Starlets winger Abdul Latif Wunzalgu has been named Man of the Match following his outstanding performance in Ghana’s heartbreaking penalty shootout defeat to Uganda in the FIFA U17 World Cup qualification play-off at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The talented winger was one of Ghana’s brightest performers throughout the contest, providing the assist for Ghana’s opening goal in the game. Wunzalgu crowned his impressive display with Ghana’s second goal of the evening after the break, restoring the Black Starlets’ lead in what appeared to be the winning moment for the Ghanaian side. Beyond his goal,…

By Emmanuel Nyatsikor, GNA Adaklu Kodzobi (V/R), May 23, GNA – Hope in Christ, a Christian non-government organisation on Friday rounded up a three-day crusade with the inauguration of their Adaklu Kodzobi branch of widows’ association. The crusade was on the theme “Encounter with Jesus.” Prophet Joseph Adigbli, a Zonal Coordinator of the Organization inaugurating the association stated that their core mandate was to win souls for Christ and care for widows and destitutes in society. He disclosed that currently they were caring for over 3,000 widows in the Greater Accra, Eastern, Ashanti, Volta regions of Ghana and parts of the Republic of Togo. Prophet Adigbli stated that they provided the widows with food items and other items monthly and shared the Word of God with them. He…

By Daniel Agbesi Latsu, GNA Kadjebi (O/R), May 23, GNA – Mr Mohammed Muniru Haruna, popularly known as King Faraday, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Yadzo Oti Warriors FC, a Division Two football club in the Kadjebi District of the Oti Region, has passed after a short illness. The incident occurred on Thursday evening, May 21, 2026, at Yadzo, his hometown, where he reportedly collapsed unexpectedly. King Faraday, a teacher by profession and a Government Appointee to the Kadjebi District Assembly, was said not to have shown any visible signs of illness prior to the incident, leaving family members, football enthusiasts, friends, and residents in shock. Mr Richard Akrasi, the Akan Constituency Communications Officer of the…

The U.S. Secret Service ​on Saturday ‌said it was aware of ​reports ​of shots fired in ⁠Washington, D.C., ​at 17th ​Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW near ​the White ​House and was working ‌to ⁠corroborate those reports with personnel on ​the ​ground. FBI ⁠Director Kash Patel ​said the ​FBI ⁠was on scene supporting ⁠the ​Secret Service. More soon….. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this…

By Godwill Arthur-Mensah Accra, May 23, GNA — Dr. Ekow Kwainoe, the Member of Parliament for Ekumfi and one of Ghana’s distinguished financial market pioneers, has been honoured with a prestigious award at the ACI World Congress 2026. The award was in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the advancement of global financial markets, institutional leadership and economic governance.   The honour was presented by Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, during a grand ceremony held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra.  The event brought together global financial leaders, regulators, policymakers and treasury professionals to deliberate on shaping the future of international financial markets.   Dr. Kwainoe’s recognition highlighted…

By Maxwell Awumah, GNA Ho, May 23, GNA – A new study has linked mental disorders more to epidemiological and disability-based estimates rather than spiritual, religious, or broader cultural interpretations of mental wellbeing. The findings of the study may also shape perspectives across Ghana and West Africa. The study, led by researchers at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) in collaboration with partners at the University of Queensland and published in The Lancet, has identified that mental disorders disproportionately impacted people aged 15–19 and women.  It examined the prevalence and burden of mental disorders across both sexes, 25 age groups, 21 regions, and 204 countries and territories from 1990 to 2023, making it…

By Prince Acquah, GNA  Ajumako (C/R), May 23, GNA – Residents of Ajumako Amia in the Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam District are up-in-arms with the contractor working on their part of the Big Push roads for locking them up behind three bridges for about a month,  leaving no alternative route to the community.  Community members are outraged by what they described as the “contractor’s poor approach to work,” which had left them stranded, and his blatant disregard for the people.  Although the residents of Amia are happy about the project, they are irritated by the total closure of the roads which has left them stuck in their own community.  They have, therefore, given him a one-week ultimate to  open the community up for business or…

By Isaac Arkoh, GNA Cape Coast, May 23, GNA – The Central Region has recorded 1,172 hydrometeorological disasters since Tuesday, affecting seven of the region’s 22 Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies. The disasters, including floods, rainstorms and windstorms, damaged 138 houses, including two basic schools.  Of the affected victims, 292 are adult males, 295 adult females, 278 male children and 279 female children. Mr Emmanuel Kwesi Dawood, the Regional Director, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that Assin South and Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese had earlier respectively recorded 55 victims, 20 structures and 80 victims ,13 structures. Meanwhile, the NADMO officials were undertaking inventory of a new disaster in the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem. He said the Cape Coast Metropolis recorded the largest number of victims with 656 people affected and 66 houses damaged, including one school.  The worst-hit…

By Evans Worlanyo Ameamu Keta (VR), May 23, GNA – Residents of the Keta Municipality in the Volta Region have lamented poor mobile network connectivity, saying it is affecting business activities and productivity in the area. The residents, including traders, mobile money vendors, and other service providers, complained of frequent call failures, wasted airtime, and slow transaction processes. Mr Gabriel Sokpoli, a resident of Vui, a suburb of Keta, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that the situation had become a major daily challenge, especially for people who depend on mobile phones to communicate with customers and relatives. “Many business operators in the Municipality are worried about…

A new renewable energy initiative aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs and strengthening Ghana’s solar energy sector has been launched under the name AyaSol at the AGI Sustainable Energy B2B Expo held at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ridge. The initiative, funded by the Arthur Waser Foundation in Switzerland and implemented by Swisscontact Ghana in partnership with the Don Bosco Solar Institute and the Certified Electrical Wiring Professionals Association of Ghana (CEWPAG), is designed to help bridge the gap between technical training and sustainable employment in Ghana’s growing solar energy industry. Speaking at the launch, organisers said the…

Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers has held a series of meetings with key trade and economic entities in Accra to explore ways of strengthening trade and investment cooperation between Dubai and Ghana.The meetings were attended by Salem AlShamsi, Executive Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers. The chambers held a meeting with the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, represented by its President, Stéphane Miezan. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Ghana, facilitating bilateral trade, and expanding joint investment opportunities across priority sectors to support the growth of trade and sustainable economic…

France’s decision to work towards reparatory justice for the transatlantic slave trade has been welcomed by the government of Ghana. French President Emmanuel Macron, during an event marking the 25th anniversary of France’s law declaring slavery a crime against humanity this week, stated: “Twenty-five years ago, the law of 21 May 2001 recognized and qualified the slave trade and slavery in its truth: a crime against humanity. This law had come a long way and was necessary. Dear Christiane Taubira, thank you for carrying it with courage, strength, and dignity. Il y a 25 ans, la loi du 21…

Several shops at the Kasoa New Market have been demolished, raising concerns over the livelihoods of affected traders.The structures, which housed corn and cassava mills, were pulled down on Saturday, May 23, by the Municipal Assembly to pave the way for the construction of a proposed 24-hour Economy Market.Affected shop owners say the demolition was carried out despite the existence of an active Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Assembly, with no clear resolution provided regarding their investments and future operations.Although the traders say they are not opposed to the government’s initiative, they expressed frustration over what they describe as…

By Iddi Yire, GNA  Accra, May 23, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for the construction of the Bole College of Education, describing the project as a “dream come true” for the people of Bole and the Savannah Region. This forms part of the President’s two-day Resetting Ghana Tour of the Savannah Region. A statement issued by the Presidency said President Mahama stated that the new College of Education, with a projected capacity of 1,500 students, would significantly improve access to teacher training and higher education in the region. He further outlined ongoing investments in education infrastructure across the Savannah Region, including a Science,…

Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17 live: Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17 look to seize control of thrilling Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17. Every team in the Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17 has two wins apiece as we go into the final two game weeks. Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17 will host Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17 at Durban’s Kings Park Stadium with the Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17 a single point ahead of Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17 in the standings and just one behind leaders Ghana U17 vs Uganda U17.

Mohammed Amin Adam is a former Finance Minister and Karaga MP Former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, Mohammed Amin Adam, has cautioned against attempts to politicise the recent Court of Appeal ruling ordering the restoration of the licence of GN Savings and Loans.In a Facebook post shared on Friday, May 23, 2026, Dr Amin Adam argued that the ruling goes beyond a simple legal dispute and carries broader implications for Ghana’s financial sector, regulatory credibility, and post-IMF economic recovery.According to him, the development must be examined within the context of campaign promises made by President John Dramani Mahama to restore…

The Interior Minister, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has announced that medical results for applicants in the ongoing security services recruitment exercise will be released next week. The government says results for the security services recruitment medical examinations will be released next week. More than 105,000 applicants have progressed to the medical stage, far exceeding the initial target of 5,000 recruits.The Interior Minister says government, with presidential intervention, has moved to double the recruitment intake. The government has announced that the results of medical examinations conducted for applicants in the ongoing security services recruitment exercise will be released next week. The Minister…

President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has once again rallied the Black Starlets ahead of their crucial FIFA U17 World Cup qualification play-off against Uganda in Morocco. The GFA President spent valuable moments with the players and technical team in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of the decisive encounter, encouraging the squad to remain focused and fight for qualification to the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar later this year. He was in the company of the Management Committee Chairman of the Black Starlets, Frederick Acheampong, who has been with the team in Rabat from the start of the tournament. Addressing the players, President…

The Black Starlets are battling with Uganda ahead of their crucial FIFA U17 World Cup qualification play-off at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. This decisive encounter, could secure Ghana a place at the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar later this year.

Residents of the Keta Municipality in the Volta Region have lamented poor mobile network connectivity, saying it is affecting business activities and productivity in the area.The residents, including traders, mobile money vendors, and other service providers, complained of frequent call failures, wasted airtime, and slow transaction processes.Mr Gabriel Sokpoli, a resident of Vui, a suburb of Keta, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that the situation had become a major daily challenge, especially for people who depend on mobile phones to communicate with customers and relatives.“Many business operators in the Municipality are worried about the unreliable network, which is disrupting sales…

By Yussif Ibrahim, GNA Kumasi, May 23, GNA – The Ghana Chapter of Defence for Children International, (DCI-Ghana), an independent non-government organisation and a global movement for children’s rights, says its sustained investment in girls’ leadership and advocacy has empowered many girls and young women to confidently speak up for their rights. The sustained investment in girls’ leadership and advocacy has also empowered the girls to participate in decision-making processes. Ms. Faustina Osei Prempeh, Programmes Manager of DCI-Ghana, said years of advocacy under the She Leads Project had contributed significantly to influencing policies at both national and community levels, while also promoting girls’ participation in leadership and social movements. She said the…

Stonebwoy’s creative director, Kwaku Kwakye, popularly known as Kay Studios, spoke on the arrest of Shatta Wale fan Webkid and shared why he believes certain actions must carry consequencesKay Studios stressed that the matter goes beyond fanbase rivalry and explained why order and responsibility are important within Ghana’s entertainment and media spaceHis comments on right and wrong, accountability, and online behaviour have added another layer to ongoing discussions surrounding fan culture and social media conductKwaku Kwakye, popularly known as Kay Studios and recognised by many as Stonebwoy’s creative director, has broken his silence on recent conversations surrounding the arrest of…

Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah is a political commentator Staunch New Patriotic Party supporter and political commentator, Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, has questioned the relevance of recent discussions surrounding former President John Agyekum Kufuor, insisting that national attention should rather focus on pressing economic challenges.Speaking upon his arrival at the Accra International Airport after earning a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from the University of Connecticut School of Law in the United States, Afrifa-Mensah addressed supporters who gathered to welcome him home.According to him, the reception placed a sense of responsibility on him to continue serving the people whenever called upon.“When I look at the…

Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, Esq. Opinion May – 23 – 2026 , 16:26 7 minutes read Her name is Abena. She wakes at 4 am in Kumasi, prepares her wares, and heads to Kejetia Market. She has done this for twenty-two years. She employs two young women, feeds her children, and supports her mother. By any measure, Abena is a productive member of Ghana’s economy. But Abena has no pension. When her stall burned down, she had no insurance. When she needed capital, she borrowed from a moneylender at 60 per cent interest, not because she was unworthy, but because…

Mr Eazi’s Zagadat Capital acquires stake in Intravenous Infusions PLC on GAX Featured GraphicOnline Business News May – 23 – 2026 , 16:16 Zagadat Capital GH. Ltd has acquired a substantial stake of 17.31 per cent in Intravenous Infusions PLC, a pharmaceutical manufacturer listed on the Ghana Alternative Exchange, in a transaction that signals growing investor confidence in the country’s healthcare manufacturing sector. According to a notice issued on May 18, 2026 and released to the market, Zagadat Capital, which has Nigerian musician and entrepreneur Oluwatosin “Mr Eazi” Ajibade as its Chief Investment Officer, acquired 47,514,775 shares in the company,…

Kwadwo N. Poku, INSTEPR’s Executive Director Legislation and Acts of Parliament normally include an enforcement agency to ensure that citizens comply with the law. However, some Acts of Parliament primarily guide Ministers, CEOs, and other officials in carrying out their administrative duties. What happens when a Minister or the head of an institution does not comply with an Act of Parliament? Earlier this year, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana breached the Bank of Ghana Act by late submission of its yearly audited accounts. The Minister of Finance, Hon. Ato Forson, has also refused to prepare and submit to…

Ghana with Kickboxing has become a household name and now holds distinction of being the first country in Africa to establish Point Kickboxing.With Point Kickboxing active for over 7 years, Ghana Point Kickboxing Federation has built a growing national team and has now focused on extending their scope to other West African countries. Ghana will travel to Las Vegas next month July, for the Steve FOSSUM Memorial Championship.They travel to the event with delegation made up of athletes, coaches, and officials for an event which will be held at a major Las Vegas casino venue with teams arriving throughout July…

  The skies above Częstochowa, Poland, have come alive as the 40th FAI World Gliding Championships officially launched with a striking opening ceremony at Rudniki Airfield. Running from May 16 to May 30, 2026, the prestigious event brings together the world’s leading glider pilots for two weeks of elite competition, precision flying, and tactical endurance. Widely regarded as one of the pinnacle events in international soaring sport, this year’s championship features up to 120 competitors across three highly competitive classes: Open, 18-Metre, and 20-Metre Multi-seat.   A Global Line-Up of Elite Talent The 2026 edition promises intense rivalry among some…

Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB), TV3’s flagship cultural beauty pageant, has launched activities for its 20th anniversary, with a GH¢200,000 grand cash prize, a car, an educational scholarship, a trip abroad and a fully-funded community legacy project for one selected community. The launch, held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, in Accra, unveiled a series of activities aimed at celebrating the programme’s impact on Ghanaian society. Since its inception, GMB has grown into one of the country’s leading cultural platforms, promoting Ghanaian heritage, regional identity, youth leadership and social development through pageantry. At the launch, the General Manager of 3Group, under Media…

The Black Maidens welcome Liberia to the Accra Sports Stadium this afternoon in the first leg of their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier. The Maidens advanced to this stage after beating Togo in the previous round. Winner over two legs advances to the next round of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. This match is scheduled for a 3:30 pm Kick-off. Enjoy the full game below:

By Michael Foli Jackidy, GNA Ho (V/R), May 23, GNA – The Volta Regional Health Directorate has launched this year’s World Hypertension Day campaign during the Second Quarter Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) meeting held in Ho, on Thursday May 21, 2026. The meeting brought together health professionals, development partners, community leaders and other multi-sectoral stakeholders to deliberate on strategies to strengthen public awareness and action against hypertension in the region. A major highlight of the programme was a presentation by Dr Hectoria Awekeya, the Acting Deputy Director of Public Health at the Directorate, who educated participants on hypertension, risk factors, prevention and complications. She described hypertension as a “silent killer,” explaining that many people lived with the…

Accra, May 23, GNA-An alumnus of Family Health University, Dr. Joseph Adam Dadzie, has made history by becoming the first graduate of the institution to author a medical textbook, marking another significant milestone in the university’s growing legacy of academic excellence and innovation.Dr Dadzie, popularly known as Adam Paradise, recently launched his book titled Student-Oriented Clinical Examination Skills (Medicine) in a remarkable ceremony attended by the university leadership, lecturers, students, some medical professionals, and some parents.The book, written during Dr. Dadzie’s years in medical school and completed shortly after graduation, focuses on helping medical students prepare effectively for clinical examinations…