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military conflicts Apr 28, 2026, 2:21 PM
Ghana's military faces deadly assault on civilian convoy - Seven gunmen and three civilians were killed in an attack on a military convoy in Binduri.
- Ten suspects have been arrested as investigations continue into the violent incident.
- The attack exacerbates ongoing tensions due to a protracted chieftaincy dispute in the region.
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technology Apr 10, 2026, 11:55 PM
Medtronic's health program transforms lives in New Jersey - A health initiative by Medtronic LABS launched in Camden, New Jersey in 2023 focuses on improving health outcomes.
- The initiative has reported significant reductions in blood pressure and diabetes levels among patients.
- This program exemplifies how local health strategies can produce substantial benefits in community health management.
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business Mar 9, 2026, 1:00 AM
Cocoa farmers abandon crops for more profitable gold mining amid price crash - Farmers in Ghana and Ivory Coast are seeing dramatic declines in cocoa bean yields and prices, leading many to abandon cocoa farming.
- Government price cuts have forced farmers to consider alternative livelihoods, including illegal gold mining.
- Without intervention, the cocoa industry in West Africa may face a bleak future, jeopardizing the farmers' financial security and agricultural sustainability.
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military conflicts Feb 27, 2026, 5:14 PM
Ghana's military rescues fishermen from armed robbers' attack at sea - Ghana's armed forces rescued 71 fishermen after a violent attack off the central coast.
- The military operation initiated at dawn, about 35 nautical miles from Gomoa Nyanyano and Senya Beraku.
- No fishermen were kidnapped during the attack, but investigations are ongoing to identify the assailants.
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military conflicts Feb 16, 2026, 3:56 PM
Ghanaians among dead following Burkina Faso Islamist attack - At least 20 people were killed in a series of Islamist attacks in Titao, Burkina Faso, on February 14, 2026.
- Among the deceased were seven Ghanaians who were part of a tomato trading group; they were burned and remain unidentified.
- The situation highlights the persistent threat of jihadist violence in Burkina Faso, raising questions about the effectiveness of military strategies.
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politics Dec 19, 2025, 2:42 PM
Ghana's fisheries bill neglects women's role in fishing industry - The Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill was recently passed in Ghana to improve the fishing sector amid challenges such as climate change and overfishing.
- Women account for 60% of the workforce in the fishing sector, primarily in post-harvest activities, yet their needs have been overlooked in the new legislation.
- There are calls for future regulations to address the working conditions and rights of women in the fisheries sector.
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politics Dec 11, 2025, 11:49 AM
Ghana retaliates against Israeli mistreatment of its nationals - Ghana deported three Israeli nationals as a response to the alleged inhumane treatment of its citizens in Israel.
- Seven Ghanaians, including members of an official delegation, faced detention without explanation at Ben Gurion Airport.
- Ghana condemned the treatment of its nationals, emphasizing the importance of dignity and respect in international relations.
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politics Nov 14, 2025, 2:57 PM
Migrants deported to Ghana moved under heavy guard to unknown location - Nineteen West African nationals were deported by the U.S. to Ghana on November 5, 2025, and placed in a hotel.
- They have since been moved to an unknown location, with communication cut off between them and their families.
- The deportation program has faced criticism regarding human rights protections and the legality of the agreements made with Ghana.
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