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Ghana is deploying cutting-edge technology to tackle a waste heap the size of a 10-story building that's plagued Accra for decades. Drones and artificial intelligence will map the massive cleanup operation bringing together the military, private contractors, and hundreds of trucks.
Two missionary priests were ordained in Accra, Ghana, during a ceremony that drew hundreds of faithful and reminded everyone that true leadership means serving others. The celebration brought fresh energy to young people considering religious vocations.
Ghana's President has ordered six unused waste transfer stations to open immediately, making trash collection far more efficient for Greater Accra after devastating floods. The nine-year-old facilities will cut travel distances and speed up cleanup efforts across the region.
After devastating floods claimed lives in Accra, Ghana's president brought together leaders from every corner of the nation for a powerful day of unity and thanksgiving. The gathering proved that even in tragedy, gratitude and togetherness can light the path forward.
Once harassed and overlooked, Ghana's informal waste collectors just swore in new leadership after transforming themselves into the country's most important sanitation force. They now collect three-quarters of all waste in Greater Accra.
When floods strike Ghana's capital, help will now arrive in days instead of months thanks to a groundbreaking insurance system. Greater Accra just became the first region in the country to secure automatic financial protection against climate disasters.
A new partnership between Ghana's boxing federation and international supporters promises to transform how young fighters from Accra's historic neighborhoods get their shot at greatness. The collaboration comes just as Ghana prepares to host the 2026 Amateur Boxing Championship.
Multiple agencies joined forces in Ghana's capital to clear clogged drains and prevent deadly floods. Teams are targeting six flood-prone neighborhoods where trash buildup has turned rainstorms into disasters.
Ghana's Accra International Airport wrapped up new signage installation after working through the night to avoid disrupting travelers. The upgrade aims to boost navigation and strengthen the nation's aviation leadership in West Africa.
A physical development planner has proposed a science-based solution to stop recurring floods in Ghana's capital that destroy lives and property. The "50:50 rule" would require half of every building plot stay permeable to absorb rainwater naturally.
A Ghanaian manufacturing company just donated 20 waste bins to help keep Accra cleaner and healthier. The partnership between Duraplast Ghana and city leaders shows how businesses can tackle urban sanitation challenges head-on. #
Ghana's capital is mobilizing residents, businesses, and community leaders for National Sanitation Day on April 18, targeting the city's busiest neighborhoods in a massive public health push. The Accra Metropolitan Assembly is turning clean streets into a shared mission that brings everyone together.
Ghana's Ayalolo bus service extended operating hours to nearly midnight, tackling rush hour congestion that left thousands stranded. With 115 buses now serving five major routes, workers across Accra can finally count on getting home safely.
When torrential rains trapped 21 people in their homes in Doblo Gonno, Ghana's National Fire Service rushed in and brought everyone to safety. Zero lives lost, thanks to a swift response that turned a potential tragedy into a rescue success story.
A minister in Ghana just donated $600 to support a daycare that helps working mothers at one of Accra's busiest markets. The visit signals a nationwide expansion to protect children while their mothers earn a living.
Commercial vehicles in Accra will soon display identification tags to protect passengers from unauthorized drivers charging illegal fares. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union is meeting this week to finalize the system that will make rogue drivers easily identifiable.
An all-girls team dominated a constitutional literacy quiz in Ghana, beating 1,000 students while demonstrating deep knowledge of their rights and civic duties. The CA Foundation's initiative is building a generation of informed young citizens who can confidently quote their own constitution.
Ghana's Accra Mall is transforming its food court into a family play zone this weekend, combining back-to-school shopping with entertainment for parents and kids. The three-day event runs August 21-23, 2026.
Over 40 countries gathered at the University of Ghana Stadium this week as Accra hosts the 2026 African Seniors Athletics Championships. Top athletes from across the continent are competing in track and field events that showcase African athletic excellence.
After years of planning, Ghana's capital will finally see construction begin on two flood-fighting retention ponds designed to protect vulnerable communities. The long-awaited project marks real progress in tackling Accra's devastating seasonal flooding.
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