Staff Writer
In a powerful display of unity between modern Ghana and its deep-rooted traditions, newly commissioned officers from Military Academy to the Takoradi Air Force Base stepped out of their cockpits and into the heart of a Shama community. Their mission? Not reconnaissance, but respect. Led by a trailbl
The Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) has expressed concerned about a viral video showing a grossly overcrowded boat on the Volta Lake with passengers not wearing life jackets. Despite the ongoing safety campaigns emphasizing use of life jackets and load limits, such reckless behavior persists. The GMA
The Connect Wildlife Experience by Media General's Connect FM in partnership with the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission, is the star attraction at this year's Connect Western Region Trade Fair in Takoradi. Both children and adults are thronging to experience close encounters with wildlife
The lack of boarding facilities at Enyan Maim community Senior High School in the Ajumako Enyan Esiam District of the Central Region is severely impacting student enrollment. According to the school authorities, the student population has dwindled from over 1,100 to just 500, as parents continue to
The Central Regional Director of Education Dr. Julitte Dufie Otami, has emphasized that there will be a zero tolerance for sexual misconduct and behaviors that compromise student safety and dignity. Dr. Otami noted that the education service prioritizes learner protection and maintains the integrity
The Municipal Chief Executive for Nzema East Herbert Kuah Dickson, has called on residents to support the Assembly's efforts to curb illegal dumping in the sea and unauthorized sites. He urged them to promote the use of designated waste containers instead. Addressing a gathering, Dickson noted that
Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has emphasized that developing the Western Region requires collective effort and unity. He has therefore urged the citizenry to join hands in driving the progress of the region. Speaking at the inaugural "Walk with the Honourable Regional Minister" event, th
Meet 11-year-old Miriam Abena Eshun, a resilient student who faces daily challenges attending school. In the classroom, she encounters particular difficulties, often having to stand for hours to write due to her physical limitations, as sitting poses additional obstacles for her. It’s 6:15 am here a
Technical and Vocational Education Training, TVET, is seeing a significant surge in popularity across the country, with enrollments rising compared to previous years. However, in the Western Region, this positive trend is facing challenges, for instance, the lack of a dedicated administrative o
The leadership of Western North Region branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) says it is utterly worried by the rising tide of malicious fabrications, doctored stories, and baseless allegations being peddled by members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP)—especially against the government’s ef
In the Western Region of Ghana, the home of natural, human and material resources, a beacon of hope has emerged in the form of Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson. His appointment, vetting and swearing into office to serve in government as Western Regional Minister certainly brought smiles, and
A joint security operation has launched a significant crackdown on illegal mining activities along the Ankobra River, resulting in the destruction of over 150 Changfang machines, the razing of makeshift camps, and the seizure of seven excavators. This operation supports the government’s ongoing effo
The Western Regional anti-galamsey task force has destroyed over 75 changfang machines, arresting four suspects, and retrieving two excavators on the Ankobra river. This enforcement action supports the government's Blue Water Initiative to protect water bodies. However, the Western Regional Security
Media General's subsidiary in the Western Region, Connect FM 97.1 and The Grove Essipong Beach Resort on Sunday joined hands to celebrate fathers as the world marks Father's Day with a heartwarming 'Hymns of Salvation' event, featuring the nationally acclaimed The Symphonic Choir - Ghana. The organi
The Western Regional National Security Liaison Officer, Brigadier General Musah Whajah (Rtd.), has suggested that arrested illegal miners should restore the land they degraded, including filling holes, as a punitive measure. Meanwhile Municipal Chief Executive for Wassa Amenfi East Raymond Nana Ebba
