Category: Opinion

Women vs men empathy: For generations, society has promoted the idea that women are naturally more emotional, nurturing, and empathetic than men. From childhood toys and parenting styles to workplace expectations and leadership stereotypes, empathy has long been treated as a “feminine trait,” while assertiveness, dominance, and emotional restraint are often associated with masculinity. But […]

Surrogacy is no longer a distant or unfamiliar concept in Ghana. It is steadily becoming part of the country’s evolving reproductive and family landscape. Today, more couples facing infertility are turning to assisted reproductive technologies. More fertility clinics are facilitating such arrangements. More legal practitioners are being engaged to structure agreements and navigate the emerging […]

President John Dramani Mahama has called for the introduction of a strong legal framework to criminalise the practice of demanding sexual or romantic relationships in exchange for employment, describing it as a serious violation that must be decisively addressed. He made this statement on Saturday, May 2, 2026, during a town hall meeting at Adweso, […]

Mr. Daniel Baah, Director of Health Services for the Twifo Hemang Lower Denkyira District, continues to stand out as a transformational leader whose approach combines discipline, inclusiveness, and strategic thinking in advancing healthcare delivery. At the heart of his leadership is a strong commitment to efficiency and timeliness. Mr. Daniel Baah is widely known for […]

President John Dramani Mahama has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) for their sustained and strategic efforts in tackling armed robbery, organised crime, and strengthening the operational capacity of the Ghana Police Service. The President made these remarks at the official commissioning of the Odumase […]

Xenophobic Attacks: Governance, religion and policy think tank, IGER Africa, has called on African leaders to take decisive action in response to the resurgence of xenophobic attacks in South Africa, urging the African Union (AU) to demand protection for all Africans across the continent. In a strongly worded statement issued by its executive director, Paul […]

A coalition of civil society organisations has formally petitioned the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) to take urgent regulatory action to halt the flow of fuel to illegal mining operations, warning that continued access to diesel is sustaining widespread environmental destruction across Ghana. In a petition dated April 18, 2026, the Coalition Against Galamsey in Ghana […]

If you have ever scrolled through your phone and come across a job offer that seemed almost too perfect, you are not alone. In today’s digital age, opportunities travel faster than ever—but so do scams. Across Ghana, thousands of young graduates navigating an increasingly competitive job market are finding themselves vulnerable to deceptive recruitment schemes. […]

Best beach escapes: From secluded inlets on Italy’s volcanic coastlines to remote white-sand stretches in Tasmania, BBC journalists have shared the beach escapes that left a lasting impression on them. The word “beach” often brings to mind sun-drenched sands and calm waters. But across the world, the definition stretches far beyond that – to include […]

Feeling Drained? In today’s fast-paced world, women often carry an invisible, yet overwhelming, burden: the mental load. This is the cognitive effort required to keep a household functioning smoothly—planning meals, managing schedules, remembering birthdays, organising childcare, and even researching fun activities. Professor Leah Ruppanner, a sociologist at the University of Melbourne and author of Drained, […]