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24/07/2026

Traditional Ruler appeals for completion of stalled Administration Block at Mafi Kumase SHTS

The Dufia of Mafi Abude in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region, Togbe Awuku Kyerekwa Bokor III, has appealed to the government to expedite action on the completion of the stalled two-storey administration block project at the Mafi Kumase Senior High Technical School (MAKSTEC).

According to the traditional ruler, the delay in completing the project is negatively affecting the smooth administration and academic activities of the school which has a student enrolment of more than 2,500 learners. Correspondent Benjamin Makafui Attipoe reports.

21/07/2026

Professor Kofi Gbolonyo Urges Collective Action Against Drug Abuse at Dzogadze Kpedudoza

Renowned Ghanaian ethnomusicologist and lecturer at the University of British Columbia in Canada, Professor Kofi Gbolonyo, has called on communities across the country to unite in the fight against illicit drug abuse, warning that the country's cultural heritage and future leadership are at risk if the menace is left unchecked.

Speaking at the 9th edition of the Kpedudoza of the chiefs and people of Dzogadze in the Akatsi South Municipality of the Volta Region, Professor Gbolonyo said every member of the society has a responsibility to help curb the growing abuse of narcotic drugs among the youth.

20/07/2026

Mahama announces major breakthrough in revival of Juapong Textile factory

President John Dramani Mahama has announced a major breakthrough in government's efforts to revive the long-defunct Volta Star Textiles Limited (VSTL) at Juapong in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region, saying a strategic investor has been selected to partner government to restore the once-thriving textile factory to full operation.

The President made the announcement at Juapong during his two-day "Resetting Ghana" tour of the Volta Region.

The move marks a significant step towards restoring one of the country’s most iconic textile industries, which for decades served as a major source of employment and economic growth in Juapong and its surrounding communities.

Benjamin Makafui Attipoe has the rest of the story.

19/07/2026

Professor Curtis Kordzo Andrews of the Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada in some exclusive Atsyiagbekor dance moves with Azagunor Vodzi Oliver Torgbo and others during this year's Kpedudoza of the Chiefs and People of Dzogadze in the Akatsi South Municipality of the Volta Region on Saturday, 18th July, 2026.

17/07/2026

President Mahama Says Government Has Committed Over GH¢40 Billion to Big Push Road Programme

By Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, Asikuma

President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that the government has so far committed more than GH¢40 billion to the implementation of the Big Push road infrastructure programme, describing the initiative as a major investment aimed at transforming Ghana's economy and improving the lives of citizens.

The President made the remarks during an inspection tour of the ongoing Asikuma–Anyirawase Road project in the Volta Region, where he expressed satisfaction with the pace of work and commended the contractor for its performance.

17/07/2026

Mahama breaks grounds for 24-hour economy market at Juapong, promises major economic transformation

Story: Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, Juapong

President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for the construction of a modern 24-hour economy market at Juapong in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region, describing the project as a major step towards transforming the area into a vibrant commercial and industrial hub.

The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President's two-day "Resetting Ghana" tour of the Volta Region and marked the commencement of one of government's flagship 24-hour economy market projects aimed at promoting production, trade, agro-processing and job creation.

Addressing a large gathering of chiefs, residents, traders, government officials and party supporters, President Mahama said Juapong was strategically positioned for accelerated economic growth because of its fertile agricultural lands, hardworking people and location along key transport corridors.

16/07/2026

22-year old female law student declares intention to become an MP

A 22-year old female law student has declared her intention to contest for the Member of Parliament (MP) seat for the Manhyia South Constituency of the Ashanti Region, representing The Base party. Follow the full story during her press conference on Wednesday.