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NHIA Storms Daboya Market to Boost Health Coverage Ahead of Free Primary Healthcare Rollout

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in the North Gonja District has intensified efforts to expand healthcare access by taking its public education and enrollment campaign to the bustling Daboya Market. The outreach formed part of preparations toward the pilot rollout of the government’s Free Primary Healthcare initiative, aimed at …

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Sefwi Wiawso development, a top priority –Sefwi Wiawso MCE

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for the Sefwi Wiawso Municipality, Hon. Dominic Gyasi, has reaffirmed his commitment to accelerating development across the municipality, describing the welfare and progress of residents as his administration’s top priority. According to the MCE, his administration remains focused on improving road infrastructure, education, healthcare, sanitation, …

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A/R: Pampaso Traditional Council warns Ghana Police Service over alleged land encroachment

The Pampaso Traditional Council has cautioned the Ghana Police Service against alleged attempts to encroach on lands surrounding the Kumasi Central Police Headquarters in the Ashanti Region. At a press conference held today, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Pampaso Manwerehene, Nana Opoku Pimampim, speaking on behalf of Pampasohene, Nana Gyamfi Kumanin, …

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Sefwi Wiawso MCE inspects ongoing development projects in municipality  

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Sefwi Wiawso, Hon. Dominic Gyasi, has embarked on a working tour to inspect a number of ongoing development projects within the municipality aimed at improving education and healthcare infrastructure for residents. The inspection exercise formed part of the MCE’s commitment to ensuring that projects …

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KATH Psychiatrist urges Ghanaians to prioritise mental health  

A Psychiatrist at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Dr. Pearl Adu Nyarko, has called on Ghanaians to prioritise their mental health and seek professional help when faced with emotional or psychological challenges. She made the call during a free health screening exercise organised on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the forecourt …

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Domeabra Youth Reject Possible Re-award of Delayed Road Project to Maripoma Ltd.

The Concerned Youth of Domeabra (Mpaha Junction) have intensified their opposition to plans to re-award the long-delayed Domeabra–Mpaha road project to Maripoma Ltd., citing years of abandonment and unfulfilled promises. Addressing a press conference on May 13, 2026, the group disclosed that the road contract was first awarded to Maripoma …

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Tingawura declares zero tolerance for drug abuse, environmental destruction

  The Chief of Tinga and Council of State Member for the Savannah Region, Gariba Abutu Sampson, has declared zero tolerance for drug abuse and environmental destruction, describing the twin challenges as a growing threat to the future of the youth in the area. According to him, drug abuse among …

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Donkorkrom Apostolic Vicariate Elevated to Diocese as Pope Appoints First Bishop

The Holy Father, Pope Pope Leo XIV, has elevated the Apostolic Vicariate of Donkorkrom in Ghana to a full Diocese, marking a significant milestone in the growth of the Catholic Church in the country. According to a report by Vatican News released on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the newly created …

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Organized labour urges government to turn economic gains into jobs

Organized Labour Ghana has urged the government to convert macroeconomic gains into meaningful employment opportunities, warning that failure to do so could lead to a national crisis. The call was made by Ms. Felicia Kraja, Northern Regional Secretary of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), during the 2026 Savannah Regional May …

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PWDs in North Gonja Demand Action Against Stigma and Sexual Violence

Persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the North Gonja District of the Savannah Region have called for urgent and coordinated action to tackle stigma and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), describing them as major barriers to their safety, dignity, and inclusion. The call was made at Daboya during a district stakeholder …

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