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Femicare Ghana and Empower Femmes, in collaboration with the Pano Diamond Ladies Club, organized a Menstrual Day Out event focused on menstrual hygiene education at Pano Basic School on Tuesday, 26 May 2026. The outreach program, which began at 8:00 AM, aimed to promote menstrual dignity and awareness among students, emphasizing that menstrual dignity is not optional. The initiative brought together a team of volunteers and educators to provide essential information on menstrual health, hygiene practices, and empowerment messages to young girls at the school. The event is part of a broader campaign by Femicare Ghana and Empower Femmes to improve menstrual health awareness and reduce stigma in communities. Organizers hope the outreach will inspire positive changes in attitudes toward menstrual health and encourage open discussions about the topic among youths. The program also highlights the partnership between Femicare Ghana, Empower Femmes, and the Pano Diamond Ladies Club in driving ...

  Credit: Nana Kwasi Asare  The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has arrested four armed individuals engaged in illegal mining activities at Dominase in the Nzema East Municipality of Ghana's Western Region. The suspects, identified as Alpha Musa, 28; Rahaman Rojer, 29; Laji Bengali, 25; and Mohammed Agana, 25, were apprehended on May 20, 2026, during a routine patrol by the NAIMOS task force. The suspects, who were armed with machetes and pump-action guns, resisted arrest but were subdued by the task force. They alleged operating under the authority of certain National Security personnel, whose names have been handed over to the police for investigation. The illegal mining activities had caused significant environmental destruction, including pollution of the Ankobra River. The task force retrieved several items, including two pump-action guns, 82 cartridges, and two excavators were immobilized. The suspects have been handed over to the Esiama Dist...

  A young man in his 20s has died in Babile, Upper West Region, after allegedly swallowing ten tramadol tablets in a competition with friends. The deceased, Kukura, from Tugo in the Jirapa Municipality, reportedly took the high dose to outdo a friend who had taken six tablets. Kukura's condition rapidly deteriorated after taking the tablets, and he was rushed to the Babile Polyclinic for treatment, but unfortunately, he didn't survive. The incident highlights the dangers of tramadol misuse and the risks associated with engaging in such competitions, often driven by peer pressure or a desire to prove oneself. Tramadol is a prescription-only medication, and excessive consumption can lead to severe health complications, including respiratory depression, coma, and death. Authorities are urging the public to avoid such life-threatening behaviors and seek help if struggling with substance abuse. Credit: Nana Kwasi Asare/Crime Check

  A major humanitarian outreach initiative was held at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison on Thursday, May 21, 2026, as a delegation of prominent Ghanaian personalities, football legends, dignitaries, entertainers, and philanthropists visited inmates to offer support, hope, and encouragement. The initiative, spearheaded by the KN Foundation in collaboration with the Joana Gyan Foundation, the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana and the Ghana Football Association, brought together approximately 150 to 170 participants from different sectors of society in what organizers described as a mission of compassion, unity, and humanity. The delegation departed Accra at about 8:00 AM to embark on the outreach, which aimed at reminding inmates that they are not forgotten and that society still cares about their well-being and rehabilitation. Speaking after the visit, Joana Gyan Cudjoe described the experience as one of the most emotional and life-changing moments of her life. Accordin...

A civic organization, BudgIT Ghana, has launched the 2026 National Budget Analysis and Citizens’ Budget, aiming to promote fiscal transparency, inclusive governance, and citizen empowerment. The event, themed "From Policy to People: Understanding Ghana’s 2026 Budget" and "Empowering Citizens, Through Budget Transparency and Accountability," seeks to bridge the communication gap between the government and citizens. Ms. Jennifer Moffatt, Country Director of BudgIT Ghana, stated that the event is part of their ongoing efforts to present budget information in a clear, accessible, and evidence-based format, strengthening stakeholders and making the budget work for the people. The launch featured panel discussions on the feasibility of the Big Push Agenda and 24-hour Economy Market Projects, exploring how the government can sustain economic gains and investor confidence. The event also included an interactive session on tracking government spending using AI tools, promoti...

Mr. Aikins Ofori, the Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has thrown his hat into the ring for the position of Constituency Chairman in the upcoming internal polls. In an interview on Adekye Mu Nsem Current Affairs Programme on Wednesday, 20th May, 2026, Ofori highlighted his achievements and contributions to the party, citing his service as Communications Officer and Dean of Eastern Regional Communicators. He also revealed that he has trained eight communicators to promote the NDC's good governance on traditional and social media. Despite facing intimidation as Communications Officer, Ofori attributed his successes to his strong relationships with party bigwigs and his effective lobbying skills. He emphasized that his candidature is driven by the youth, who are calling for his leadership, and promised to serve with diligence and unity, focusing on development. Ofori is urging party delegates to vote for him massively, pledging to bring significant dev...