Stories from Ghana

Ashanti South Police have dismantled a criminal syndicate responsible for high-profile highway robberies. The operation targeted a group linked to multiple attacks in the region.

The Ghanaian government has initiated a process to attract private investors for a new national airline.

The Interior Ministry has banned motorbike use in Binduri following an armed attack on a military escort.

Ghana and South Korea signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) covering climate change, artificial intelligence, and maritime security.

Ghana has approved a $250 million plan to establish a national artificial intelligence center.

A malaria elimination and vaccination drive has commenced in the Ablekuma West district. The initiative aims to improve public health outcomes through targeted immunization efforts.

The largest cement plant utilizing technology to replace clinker with clay has opened in the port city of Tema, Ghana. The process involves experimenting with alternative materials such as shale instead of clay. The project is expected to generate carbon reduction certificates, which are increasingly in demand for industries unable to reduce direct emissions, such as aviation. Switzerland is reportedly looking to Ghana as a reliable partner for purchasing such reduction certificates to meet its climate goals. No final financial commitment from Switzerland has been made yet. Projects involving cement with clay content are currently being evaluated for CO2 compensation. The plant may receive financial support from Switzerland in the near future, according to Klaus Ammann.

Violence including child abuse and domestic violence has increased to higher levels in Koi-Du town. Residents report that the local mining economy is closing and the government has not provided a response.

Ghana has approved a $250 million investment plan to establish a national artificial intelligence center.

The Ghanaian government has ended negotiations with the United States regarding health aid. The rejection follows discussions over the terms of the data-sharing requirements. The source did not specify the exact nature of the data protection issues. The decision comes following the dissolution of the US development agency US-8 last year, which led to cuts in international assistance. These cuts have left many nations lacking funds for health, education, and nutrition programs. The source noted that while countries are negotiating bilaterally, they are not doing so at any cost. The government reportedly refused Washington's request for access to citizens' health data. News agencies report the decision follows US demands for access to personal health data from Ghana.