Ghana

Tragedy struck Ghanaian football as promising player Dominic Frimpong lost his life following a violent robbery targeting a bus carrying his team, Berekum Chelsea, on their return from a league match. Reports from law enforcement indicate that a VIP bus, transporting around 30 players and staff members, was approached by a group of six armed assailants while traveling from Samreboi to Berekum. Three of these individuals were armed with pump-action shotguns. Frimpong was critically injured during the attack, succumbing to…

In a landmark development, French President Emmanuel Macron has designated Ghana as the first nation to benefit from France's National Health Platform. This innovative digital system aims to create secure, patient-focused health records, enhance professional communication, and expand telemedicine capabilities. This announcement came during a significant bilateral meeting in Paris with Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama. The discussions took place against the backdrop of the One Health Summit in Lyon, where both leaders…

The passage of a UN resolution condemning the transatlantic slave trade and the enslavement of Africans as the "most serious crimes against humanity" has stirred a complex mix of reactions worldwide. Proposed by Ghana, the resolution notably refrains from explicitly calling for reparations but does "encourage member states to support initiatives aimed at reparatory justice." Celebrated by many throughout Africa and its diaspora, the resolution has also attracted skepticism, particularly from the United States. Critics…

In a notable declaration, President John Mahama articulated that the foundational policies of the nation are intricately linked to its legal frameworks, cultural ethos, and collective societal agreement. He emphasized his dedication to upholding the rule of law amidst the increasingly complex landscape of global discussions surrounding human rights. "I took an oath to uphold the Constitution. It is the responsibility of the people's representatives to debate the bill, and once it is approved, it will be presented to the…

In a landmark decision, the United Nations General Assembly has formally acknowledged the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as an unparalleled crime against humanity. Proposed by Ghana, the resolution not only recognizes this profound injustice but also encourages member states to contemplate issuing apologies for their roles in the slave trade and to contribute to a reparations fund. Notably, the resolution does not specify a financial amount. It passed with a significant majority, garnering 123…

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has announced an investigation into the March 6 missile attack on a Ghanaian peacekeeping base in Lebanon. This move comes in response to a formal complaint lodged by the Ghanaian government, which is demanding a thorough inquiry into the strike that injured four soldiers amidst the escalating conflict involving Israel, Iran, and the United States. The wounded peacekeepers received immediate medical treatment at a facility within the base before being evacuated to the UN Mission's…

Human Rights Watch Urges Ghana to Uphold Equality Amid LGBT Bill Revival Human Rights Watch is calling upon Ghanaian leaders to uphold international legal protections that ensure equality, non-discrimination, freedom of expression, and privacy for all citizens. This urgent appeal follows the recent reintroduction of a controversial bill targeting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals in the country. The legislation, which aims to expand criminal sanctions against same-sex conduct, was initially passed…

Ghana's Ambassador to Liberia Promises Justice Amid Escalating Tensions The Ghanaian Ambassador to Liberia, Godwin Baletum Amonzem, has offered reassurance that justice will be served in the brutal murder of a Liberian national in Ghana, an incident that has strained diplomatic relations between the two neighboring countries. During Ghana's 69th Independence Day celebrations in Monrovia, Amonzem addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of patience and trust in the security and legal frameworks of both nations.…

Ghana to Evacuate Traders After Deadly Attack in Burkina Faso The Ghanaian government has announced urgent plans to evacuate traders injured in a recent attack in northern Burkina Faso. The victims were part of a group of 18 Ghanaians who had crossed into the Sahelian state for routine business, marking a grim escalation in violence affecting the region. "They were ambushed in a village while transacting business. Armed insurgents and terrorist groups attacked them, and unfortunately, we lost a number of our compatriots,"…

Ghana to Propose UN Resolution Declaring Slave Trade as Crime Against Humanity President John Mahama has announced that Ghana will submit a resolution to the United Nations General Assembly designating the African slave trade as "the most serious crime against humanity." This bold move comes at a pivotal time, as discussions surrounding historical injustices and reparations gain momentum on the international stage. Speaking at the conclusion of the African Union summit in Addis Ababa, Mahama emphasized that the UN…