Why cybercrime and human trafficking are becoming increasingly connected in West Africa
Cybercrime and human trafficking are increasingly linked across West Africa. Here's why investigators say digital crime is reshaping organised criminal networks.
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Ghana CID arrests 11 in Tema cybercrime probe as trafficking investigation widens
Ghana's CID has arrested 11 suspects in Tema during a cybercrime investigation that police say uncovered suspected human trafficking networks. Here's what investigators revealed.
Five arrested after police recover firearms and ammunition in Accra intelligence operation
Five suspects have been arrested after police recovered firearms, ammunition and other weapons during an intelligence-led operation at Sapeiman in Accra. Investigations are ongoing.
11-Year-Old Boy Dies After Drowning in Dugout Pit at Adenta Aviation as Authorities Renew Safety Warning
An 11-year-old boy drowned in a dugout pit at Adenta Aviation in Accra. The Ghana National Fire Service recovered the body as authorities investigate.
EOCO Investigation Renews Focus on Delayed Opening of Ghana’s US$10.15m Weija Children’s Hospital
A wide view of the Weija Children's Hospital, a 120-bed specialist paediatric facility in Greater Accra that has become the focus of renewed public attention following an EOCO investigation and continued delays in opening.
Accra Water Supply: East Legon, Madina, Adenta and Nearby Communities Face 24-Hour Water Interruption
Residents in East Legon, Madina, Adenta and surrounding communities are advised to store water ahead of Ghana Water Ltd's scheduled maintenance works.
Amasaman Residents Protest Over Failing Roads as Transport Costs Soar
Residents of Amasaman, Obeyeyie and neighbouring communities in the Greater Accra Region have staged protests demanding urgent repairs to deteriorating roads, saying years of neglect are disrupting transport, increasing living costs and affecting access to schools, healthcare and businesses. AMASAMAN,…
Accra floods: GNFS rescues 479 as five die and one remains missing
GNFS rescued 479 people during flood and fire emergencies across Accra and Tema as five people died, one remained missing and the government announced emergency relief.
Mahama orders emergency flood relief as NPP demands overhaul of Accra flood response
President John Dramani Mahama has ordered immediate emergency assistance for flood victims and called for long-term reforms to tackle Accra’s recurring flooding, while the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has criticised the government’s response and demanded structural changes to flood…
Interior Ministry urges Ghanaians to stay where they are as floods disrupt Accra
The Ministry of the Interior has appealed to residents to avoid unnecessary movement after heavy rainfall caused flooding across parts of Greater Accra and other communities, while emergency services continue rescue and response operations. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana’s Ministry of…
GRIDCo and ECG shut down Mallam and Achimota substations as Accra floods threaten power infrastructure
Heavy flooding has forced Ghana’s two electricity utilities to temporarily shut down critical substations serving parts of Accra, with officials warning that additional outages remain possible as torrential rains continue. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana’s electricity transmission and distribution companies have…
Kasoa–Old Barrier traffic gridlock leaves commuters stranded for hours
Heavy congestion brought traffic along the Kasoa–Old Barrier corridor to a near standstill on Friday after silt accumulation, crash debris and deteriorating road conditions reduced road capacity. Authorities have begun clearing the route, but commuters say long-term improvements are needed.…
Questions Remain After Suspected Taxi Hijacker Dies Following Accra Crash
Police are investigating after a suspected taxi hijacker died from a gunshot wound following a crash involving a stolen taxi in Accra's La township.
16 Unsafe Buildings Marked for Demolition Across Greater Accra After Deadly Collapse
The interior minister says authorities will move swiftly to remove dangerous structures as concerns grow over building safety in the capital ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana’s government has identified 16 structurally unsafe buildings across the Greater Accra Region for demolition following…
One Dead, Children Feared Trapped After Adenta Building Collapse
A woman has died after a building collapsed in Adenta New Site in Accra, with emergency teams continuing a race against time to rescue children believed to be trapped beneath the rubble. The tragedy has renewed concerns about building safety…
