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The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has cautioned the public to prepare for an increase in heavy precipitation events over the next few weeks, noting that the month of June represents the absolute peak of the country’s primary rainy season. Appearing on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Monday, June 8, 2026, GMet meteorologist Frederick Cudjoe explained that recent torrential downpours, which registered over 60mm of rainfall within the capital city of Accra, align with historical seasonal data. However, he emphasized that these storms now present a significantly elevated danger of flooding because the ground has already reached maximum water saturation. Under these specific…

South Africa has cautioned Ghana over the public presentation of the ongoing evacuation of Ghanaian nationals, warning that it will not tolerate what it described as “public spectacles” surrounding the repatriation process. The warning comes as hundreds of Ghanaians are being evacuated from South Africa following recent anti-immigrant protests and incidents of violence that have raised safety concerns among foreign communities. The Ghanaian government began organising repatriation flights last month for citizens who opted to return home amid growing insecurity. The latest evacuation flight was accompanied by images shared by Ghana’s embassy in South Africa, showing evacuees waving national flags…

Ghana has lost one of its most distinguished traditional leaders. King Dr. Nii Ayi-Bonte II (Thomas Okai), Gbese Maŋtsɛ and Adonten of the Ga State, has joined the ancestors after a period of ill health. Your time with the ancestors has now become an eternal stay. Your legacy, leadership, and dedicated service to the GaDangme people will be remembered for generations. Rest in perfect peace, King. The news of his passing has plunged Gbese, Ga Mashie, and the wider Ga State into mourning. Tributes have poured in from traditional leaders, community members, and the Accra Hearts of Oak fraternity, reflecting…

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned citizens against taking the law into their own hands by targeting foreign nationals, stressing that immigration enforcement remains the exclusive mandate of the state. Addressing the nation on Sunday, June 7, Ramaphosa said no individual or group has the authority to confront people in public and demand proof of identity, amid rising tensions over illegal immigration and renewed anti‑foreigner sentiment. His remarks follow a surge in xenophobic incidents and coordinated anti‑immigrant campaigns by some groups, raising fresh concerns about public safety and social cohesion. “The responsibility for enforcing immigration laws rests with the state, and…

Government has urged media practitioners to uphold the highest professional standards, warning that the growing spread of misinformation and disinformation poses a serious threat to national stability and democratic governance. Delivering a speech on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama at the GJA World Press Freedom Day 2026 Honours Night in Accra, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, said while press freedom remains fully protected, it must be exercised with responsibility and integrity. He cautioned that the rapid circulation of unverified content—particularly on digital and social media platforms—has dangerously blurred the line between credible journalism and propaganda. “In the age…

The Gbese Mantse and Adonten of the Ga State, His Royal Majesty Dr Nii Ayi Bonte II, has died. The respected traditional ruler, known in private life as Thomas Okai, is reported to have passed away after a period of ill health. The cause of death has not yet been officially disclosed. News of his death has been met with grief across Ga Mashie, where he served as one of the most influential traditional leaders in the Ga State. Tributes have also poured in from members of the Accra Hearts of Oak fraternity, where he played a significant role during…

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has attributed most disasters recorded in the Ada East District to human activities, warning that the trend requires urgent attention from residents and authorities. According to the organisation, apart from windstorms, most disasters occurring in the district, including flooding and fire outbreaks, were largely preventable and resulted from human actions and negligence. The Ada East District Director of NADMO,  Moses Jumpah, disclosed this in an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA) at Big Ada. He explained that many flooding incidents in the district were linked to the disregard for planning regulations and environmental protection measures. Mr. Jumpah noted that wetlands naturally serve…

The Member of Parliament for Akuapem South, Lawrencia Dziwornu, has raised concerns about the growing influence of social media on African youth, describing the trend as a “time bomb” that requires urgent intervention from governments and policymakers across the continent.Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family, Sovereignty and Values held in Accra, the MP cited findings presented at the conference which showed that young people spend an average of seven hours daily on digital platforms.“Out of 24 hours in a day, our children and youth—the future of this country—spend seven hours on social…

The first flight carrying the second batch of Ghanaians from South Africa has successfully departed, marking another significant milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to bring its citizens safely back home. Passengers were seen waving Ghanaian flags with excitement and gratitude as they boarded, many expressing heartfelt appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama for facilitating their evacuation. Several returnees praised President Mahama’s leadership and his unwavering commitment to the welfare of Ghanaians abroad, describing the repatriation exercise as timely, reassuring, and deeply humane. The emotional departure was filled with joy, relief, and anticipation as passengers began their journey back to…

President John Dramani Mahama on Saturday continued his state visit to Belarus with a strategic tour of the industrial city of Brest, where he explored opportunities to boost Ghana’s agricultural transformation through modern agro‑processing technologies. The President was received by the Governor of Brest, Piotr Alexsandrovich Parkhomchik, and senior officials of the Belarusian Foreign Ministry before being taken through one of the country’s largest and most advanced agro‑processing plants. The visit forms part of Ghana’s broader efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation and learn from global best practices that can enhance agricultural production, value addition, and food security back home. During…