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  The 2026 Damongo Damba Festival has climaxed with a call on the people of Gonjaland to preserve their cultural heritage, promote unity and protect children from abuse, exploitation and harmful practices. The three-day festival, held under the theme “Preserving Our Heritage, Uniting Our People, Driving Sustainable Development,” brought together …

The Gonjaland Youth Association (GLYA) has called for a full, transparent and impartial investigation into the deaths of Mr. Seidu Abu, a teacher, and General Constable Redeemer Owusu of the Ghana Police Service following disturbances at Gindabour in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District of the Savannah Region. President of GLYA, Mr. Al-Hassan …

  The Bii-Kunuto Educational Fund has disbursed GH¢200,000 to support 105 needy but brilliant students from Gonjaland as part of its educational assistance programme for 2026. The brief disbursement ceremony was held at the Jakpa Palace on Friday, September 18, 2026, bringing together beneficiaries, representatives of the Fund and traditional …

The Mankpanwura, Jakpa Achor Ade Borenyi I, has announced a special scholarship package for sons and daughters of the Mankpan Traditional Area who wish to pursue programmes in Medicine, Aviation/Pilot Training and Oil and Gas-related fields. He made the announcement when he delivered his address at the Mankpan Damba 2026 …

The Gonjaland Youth Association (GLYA) has been adjudged Tourism Group/Association of the Year 2026 for its outstanding contribution to the promotion of tourism, culture, peace and sustainable development in Gonjaland and the Savannah Region. The award was presented to the Association on September 11, 2026, at a colourful ceremony held …

Chief of Staff, Hon. Dr. Julius Debrah, has fulfilled his pledge of GH¢200,000 to the Bii-Kunuto Educational Fund to support educational initiatives for brilliant but needy students in Gonjaland. The pledge was made during the recent Yagbon Damba Festival, where Hon. Dr. Julius Debrah served as the Special Guest of …

Starplus TV has recorded a remarkable success at the Jupiter Media Achievers Awards 2026, winning multiple prestigious awards, including Best TV Station of the Year. The station’s achievement was further highlighted by individual and programme awards, with Akosua Boatemaah emerging as Best TV Morning Show Host of the Year, while …

The Shamor Movement for Change Foundation has been officially launched at Kokote in the Offinso South Municipality of the Ashanti Region, with a commitment to promoting development and supporting vulnerable and needy people in society. The foundation, which seeks to contribute to the socio-economic development of communities and improve the …

The Gomoa Fete Traditional Council has honoured Dr. Apostle Nana Adu Gyamfi Kumanin Barima Kese, popularly known as Nana Shamor, Nyankyerenease Nkosuohene for his contributions to development and service to society. The honour was conferred on Nana Shamor during the inauguration ceremony of the Shamor Movement for Change at Offinso …

The Paramount Chief of the Jama Traditional Area, Nnaa Lanjagor Karley II, has explained the cultural significance of the Pedia Yam Festival and why its celebration must be observed on a Tuesday in accordance with Gonja tradition. According to Nnaa Lanjagor Karley II, tradition forbids the celebration of the festival …

A group of women farmers in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District of the Savannah Region have received training in beekeeping as part of efforts to promote sustainable livelihoods and protect the environment. The training was organised under the Direct Beneficiary Grant (DBG) of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), through its Forest …

The Paramount Chief of the Buipe Traditional Area, His Royal Majesty Buipewura Abdulai Jinapor II, has enskinned Neripewurah Abubakari Kipson as the new Jewuasewura of the Buipe Traditional Area. The colourful ceremony, which was steeped in Gonja culture and tradition, was held on September 5, 2026, at the Buipe Palace …

Daarul Quran Walhadith (دار القرآن والحديث) has held its 3rd Qur’an Graduation Ceremony at the Tinga Community Centre in the Bole District of the Savannah Region. The ceremony was organised to celebrate and honour students who have successfully completed their studies in the learning and recitation of the Holy Qur’an. …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has returned to Ghana after a successful visit to the United States, receiving a rousing welcome from chiefs, dignitaries, traditional leaders and members of the public. The Asantehene arrived in the country following his engagements in the United States, where he participated in a …

President John Dramani Mahama has dissolved the boards of nine state institutions with immediate effect as part of a move to reconstitu their governing structures. The decision, contained in a statement issued by the Presidency on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, affects key institutions operating in the energy, petroleum, finance, transport, …

SINOTRUK Ghana has opened a new spare parts shop at Kotwi, along the Obuasi–Kumasi Road in the Ashanti Region, as part of efforts to bring genuine spare parts closer to customers and improve after-sales services. The new facility is expected to serve vehicle owners, transport operators, mechanics and other customers …

  SINOTRUK Ghana is set to organize free training in spare parts installation and related technical skills for Ghanaian youth as part of efforts to equip young people with practical skills and create employment opportunities. The initiative was announced by the company’s Chief Representative in Ghana, Mr. Hao Ming, during …

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called for cultural preservation to be made an integral part of Ghana’s educational policy, warning that the neglect of indigenous languages, traditions and knowledge could deprive future generations of an important understanding of their identity and the world around them. He said cultural preservation …

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called for a stronger moral culture in society to ensure that public resources are protected, responsibly managed and used for the benefit of citizens. He said public resources must be regarded as a trust held on behalf of the people and should never be …

The National President of the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG), Samuel Afotey Otu Esq., has commended President John Dramani Mahama’s administration for securing the long-awaited Conditions of Service for staff of the Judicial Service. Mr. Afotey Otu described the passage of the Judicial Service Terms and Conditions of …