US officially exits WHO after 78 years
The move concludes American participation in the United Nations’ specialised health body in Geneva, ending US funding, membership, and representation on WHO governing and technical committees. Officials say all US personnel assigned to the organisation have been recalled. US officials have criticized the organisation’s pandemic performance, particularly during COVID-19, alleging delays in declaring emergencies and insufficient transparency. They argue that the United States will pursue global health goals through bilateral partnerships, direct collaborations with other nations, and engagement with non-governmental and private sector actors rather than through multilateral institutions. As the United States exits, it also halts financial contributions that for decades funded vaccination campaigns, emergency response teams, and health systems in low- and middle-income countries.
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January 24, 2026 23:05 UTC
Ashanti Regional police probe attack on patrol team at Bepotenten Sukuum
Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: classfmonline.comThe Ashanti Regional Police Command has launched investigations into an incident in which a Jacobu District patrol team was attacked by a group of civilians at Bepotenten Sukuum while officers were on routine patrol duties. The incident occurred on January 23, 2026, after police officers retrieved a pump-action gun from a 15-year-old boy. Police said that while the patrol team was returning from the operation, they were confronted by a crowd of about 100 individuals who blocked the road. The group, some of whom were reportedly armed with cutlasses and firearms, attacked the officers and forcibly seized a service rifle. The Ashanti Regional Police Command has condemned the attack and reiterated its warning to the public against acts of violence toward law enforcement officers.
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January 24, 2026 21:41 UTC
How Slovakia became the world's number one carmaker
One of these vehicles drives off the end of the assembly line every minute, flashing its headlights. Slovakia, which is home to 5.4 million people, makes almost a million cars a year. This is a small number compared to the world's largest producers, such as the biggest, China, which manufacturers a whopping 31 million cars per annum. Yet Slovakia is the number one producer on a per capita basis - relative to the size of its population. At the door insulation part of the assembly line I also talk to Simona Krnova, 23.
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January 24, 2026 21:17 UTC
Dr Bomfeh Jnr speaks on Ken Ofori-Atta's prosecution
General News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPolitical scientist and development scholar Dr Kwabena Bomfeh Jnr has argued that the political noise surrounding former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta will have little impact on his prosecution. According to him, a successful prosecution depends solely on due diligence and adherence to legal processes, rather than public uproar and picketing. His comments come after days of demonstrations by some pressure groups in the country calling for the early deportation of Ken Ofori-Atta. Ken Ofori-Atta faces US court over visa revocation, possible extradition to Ghana“To achieve successful prosecution requires due diligence, patience, soberness, tact, and diligence, not political noise. Ken Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States court on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, following actions taken by US immigration authorities over his legal status in the country.
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January 24, 2026 18:04 UTC
Murdered taxi driver's brother recounts incident leading to death
Speaking to GhanaWeb TV on January 22, 2026, Yaw said he was informed around 4 a.m. on Tuesday that his brother had been shot and taken to the Accra Central Police Station. “When we arrived, we were told Kwasi Dada had been shot and his body taken to the Police Hospital. Wife of murdered taxi driver speaksYaw said his brother had been hired for a trip from Dansoman to Kasoa but made a U-turn into Tetegu, where the shooting occurred. “I believe a misunderstanding led to her shooting him three times, causing him to die in his car,” he added. Watch the full interview on GhanaWeb TV below:VKB/MAYou can also watch his wife and daughter's accounts here
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January 24, 2026 17:43 UTC
Mohamed Salah buys $25 million hospital, turns it into free care center
Sports News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: metrotvonline.comLiverpool superstar Mohamed Salah has quietly spent $25 million to purchase a private hospital in Egypt. What could have been a lavish personal investment has instead become a powerful symbol of care, compassion, and community. The new medical center offers everything from routine checkups and surgeries to medications—all at no cost to patients. Stories like these are becoming more common at Salah’s medical center, where individuals once resigned to the margins of society are receiving care and attention they never thought possible. While many celebrities spend millions on supercars, yachts, or lavish properties, Salah has chosen to invest his wealth in something far more meaningful.
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January 24, 2026 17:41 UTC
What Nana Poku Ashis said about Yaw Sarpong's marital status
Entertainment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA former manager of the late gospel musician Yaw Sarpong, Nana Poku Ashis, has clarified issues surrounding the marital status of the celebrated singer. “When Wofa (Yaw Sarpong) was alive, he told me that he was married and had children. Ashis further emphasised that although there were marital challenges, Yaw Sarpong did not officially dissolve the marriage through traditional means. It is not the position of the entire family that they do not recognise that Yaw Sarpong had a wife before his passing. The legendary Ghanaian gospel musician and founder of the Asomafo Gospel Group, Yaw Sarpong, passed away on January 20, 2026, after battling a prolonged illness.
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January 24, 2026 16:58 UTC
President cuts sod for construction of 2,000 housing units for military
General News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: GNAPresident John Dramani Mahama, the Commander-In-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, has cut the sod for the beginning of construction works on 2,000 housing units for the Ghana Armed Forces. This is phase one of a 10,000 housing units being implemented in partnership between the Defence Industrial Holding Company and FT Global over the next five years. The sod cutting took place during the 2025 West African Soldiers’ Social Activity (WASSA) at the Headquarters of the Ghana Armed Forces at Burma Camp in Accra. President Mahama said accommodation remains a significant challenge with a current deficit of approximately 14,000 housing units. “Her courage and selflessness exemplify the finest traditions of the Armed Forces, and I congratulate her on her promotion.”
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January 24, 2026 16:58 UTC
Elon Musk closes in on $800 billion net worth
Business News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: forbes.comElon Musk is on the verge of becoming the first person ever worth $800 billion. Musk’s xAI Holdings raised $20 billion from private investors at a $250 billion valuation earlier this month, Forbes just confirmed. Forbes estimates that the deal boosted the value of Musk’s 49% stake in xAI Holdings by $62 billion to $122 billion. Forbes estimates that Prince Alwaleed owns a 1.6% stake in xAI Holdings worth $4 billion (excluding a larger stake held by his publicly traded Kingdom Holding Company), boosting his net worth to $19.4 billion. Dorsey and Ellison, meanwhile, each now own an estimated 0.8% stake worth $2.1 billion, increasing their fortunes to $6 billion and $241 billion, respectively.
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January 24, 2026 16:43 UTC
Tourist sites see decline in paid photography as smartphones take over
Entertainment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: GNAProfessional photographers operating at major tourist attractions are facing declining incomes as visitors increasingly rely on smartphones to capture their experiences. Amos Liwabi, a professional photographer at the Kintampo Falls in the Bono East region, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that the growing preference for mobile phone photography was gradually eroding the economic value of professional photography at the site. Liwabi said the trend had significantly affected the livelihoods of photographers who once depended on tourism for stable income. He explained that even during premium experiences, such as the canopy walk, where professional photography services were previously in high demand, tourists now opt for personal phone images. Some visitors believe the water has traditional healing powers and uses it to seek relief from illnesses and personal challenges,” Asare added.
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January 24, 2026 16:02 UTC
Asake finally reacts to Seun Kuti's warning about his relationship with Wizkid
Entertainment of Friday, 23 January 2026Source: legit.ngThe tense advisory came just days after Seun Kuti and Grammy-winning superstar Wizkid were locked in a fiery online war that dominated Nigerian social media. The feud escalated when Seun Kuti described Wizkid FC as “the most ignorant fan base,” suggesting their parents had not achieved what his father, Fela Kuti, had accomplished. Against that dramatic backdrop, Asake went ahead on January 23, 2026, to announce the release of his joint project with Wizkid titled Real EP Vol. A sleek promo video accompanied the caption:“Real EP Vol. 1 ti jade bayi” — meaning “Real EP Vol.
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January 24, 2026 15:47 UTC
DVLA CEO defends staff hospital project, reports 39% revenue growth in 2025
Kotey also revealed that the DVLA recorded a 39% increase in revenue in 2025, attributing the growth to innovative policies implemented by the authority. In a separate announcement, the DVLA CEO outlined plans to roll out a demerit points system for reckless drivers. “The only way such people will return to the road is to return to driving school. This move is to ensure safety on Ghana’s roads and reduce the carnage,” Kotey explained. The initiatives reflect the DVLA’s dual focus on improving staff welfare while enhancing road safety nationwide.
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January 24, 2026 14:49 UTC
What Prof Frimpong-Boateng said about late Sir John and his mining activities
Speaking in an interview on Good Evening Ghana on January 21, 2026, Prof Frimpong-Boateng alleged that Sir John was involved in what he described as reckless and unlawful activities within Ghana’s protected forest reserves. “Sir John was mining, giving concessions and doing crazy things in the forest. According to Prof Frimpong-Boateng, he compiled several letters allegedly written by Sir John authorising these activities and presented them directly to the then President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. He revealed that following his submission, Akufo-Addo summoned Sir John to a meeting to address the allegations. Prof Frimpong-Boateng disclosed that he personally met Sir John on two occasions, including meetings held at the Presidency involving senior officials.
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January 24, 2026 14:37 UTC
10 African countries with the highest IMF debt at the start of 2026
Recent developments in Ethiopia, Zambia, Mozambique, Senegal, and Ghana demonstrate how reliance on IMF programs influences economic policy, budgetary space, and political decision-making throughout Africa. Countries that rely substantially on IMF support frequently give up some degree of economic autonomy. IMF programs are often subject to restrictions such as budgetary discipline, subsidy changes, currency adjustments, and revenue collection. For many African countries, IMF projects have served as a springboard to larger debt discussions. With that said, here are the African countries with the largest IMF debt at the start of the new year, as per data from the IMF.
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January 24, 2026 14:16 UTC
How Matthew Amoah influenced Dede Ayew's move to NAC Breda
Sports News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Ghanaian footballer Matthew Amoah has disclosed that he played a key role in Andre “Dede” Ayew’s recent move to Dutch side NAC Breda. Amoah, who is part of the Dutch club’s technical staff, indicated that he was consulted by club officials regarding Ayew’s fitness and potential, and he gave high praise. They asked me whether he was fit because I had seen his videos, sometimes training with his dad and other former Ghanaian players. However, from what I saw, for me he is 100% fit,” Amoah said, as shared by Citi Sports. 'It was super cold, but he delivered' – Matthew Amoah on André Ayew’s Dutch debutAyew joined NAC Breda as a free agent on December 31, 2025, signing a deal that runs until the end of the 2025/2026 season.
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January 24, 2026 13:02 UTC