The need to equip young people with practical skills that can help them become self-reliant has informed the decision by the High Lady Beautician School in Goaso, the Ahafo Regional Capital, to open its doors to young women interested in the beauty industry.
High Lady Beautician School in Goaso has opened admissions for young women seeking practical skills in hair braiding, wig making, weave-on and make-up.
The school provides training in areas such as hair braiding, wig making, weave-on and make-up, among other aspects of beauty and personal care.
Founder of the school, Ms Dorothy Bonsu, said the initiative was driven by her desire to contribute to efforts aimed at addressing youth unemployment through practical skills training.
She said creating opportunities for young people to acquire employable skills was important, particularly as not everyone could depend on formal employment after completing school.
“We cannot rely on the government for everything. That is why I came up with the High Lady Beautician School to help, nurture and teach those interested in the beautician sector,” she said.
Ms Bonsu explained that her focus was not only on teaching the technical aspects of the beauty trade but also on helping trainees develop the confidence and skills needed to work for themselves.
She believes that when young people are equipped with practical skills, they can create opportunities for themselves while potentially providing employment for others within their communities.
According to her, such efforts could also complement government’s work in tackling unemployment, allowing the state to devote greater attention to other development priorities.
“At the end of the day, the government will get some relief so it can also focus on other areas such as development, roads and other important projects,” she added.
Ms Bonsu said the school would continue to support young ladies who show interest in learning the trade and developing themselves through skills training.
The latest admissions therefore form part of the school’s broader effort to provide practical training opportunities for young women in Goaso and surrounding communities.
By promoting hands-on training in beauty and personal care, the initiative seeks to help participants build practical capabilities that can support self-employment and contribute to economic activity within their communities.
WINNEBA, GHANA — Emmanuel Addo Adjei is emerging as a distinctive young voice in Ghanaian digital journalism, student leadership and community service, combining writing, philanthropy, faith and youth advocacy in a growing portfolio of work centred on positive social impact.
An author at GhanaMedia.net, Addo Adjei has contributed stories covering education, public affairs, community development and issues affecting young Ghanaians. His work reflects an interest in making important information accessible while using journalism as a platform to highlight initiatives and developments within Ghanaian society.
Emmanuel Addo Adjei: Writer, Philanthropist and Emerging Student Leader
Beyond journalism, Addo Adjei serves as the President of the Emmanuel Foundation, an initiative focused on service, compassion, student empowerment and community impact. His leadership of the Foundation has been expressed through practical programmes designed to encourage and support young people.
One notable initiative was the Foundation’s “Pen for Success” outreach at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) South Campus. Ahead of end-of-semester examinations, the Foundation distributed pens to students as a symbolic gesture of encouragement and confidence. The initiative formed part of the broader ADDO CARES campaign, which promotes compassion, student empowerment and community support. Read the full GhanaMedia.net report.
The Foundation has also been associated with efforts promoting unity and inclusion on the UEW campus, including an interfaith Ramadan initiative. These activities reflect Addo Adjei’s stated emphasis on service and his desire to use organised community action to create meaningful experiences for students and young people.
His leadership profile has continued to expand within the University of Education, Winneba. In September 2026, the Political Science Students’ Association of UEW appointed him Chairperson of the Sports and Games Committee for the 2026/27 academic year. The appointment letter states that he was expected to discharge his responsibilities with diligence, integrity and regard for the association’s constitution and interests.
He has also received an appointment as Sport and Games Secretariat Coordinating Secretary of the 32nd SRC Administration, subject to ratification by the Local Assembly. The appointment was made pursuant to Article 12 of the 2018 Revised SRC Constitution.
His leadership responsibilities extend beyond sports and student coordination. A September 19, 2026 appointment letter from the Students Legal Society appointed Addo Adjei as Sponsorship Committee Chair, pursuant to the organisation’s 2026 Revised Constitution.
At Simpa Hall, he was also appointed Library Committee Chairperson for the 2026/2027 academic year. The appointment letter described the decision as recognition of his capacity and willingness to contribute to the effective administration and continued development of the Hall.
For Addo Adjei, writing and leadership appear to operate alongside one another. His published work at GhanaMedia.net includes articles on Ghana’s education sector and recruitment processes, as well as stories focused on community and national developments. His author profile describes him as passionate about youth empowerment, social impact and Ghanaian current affairs.
His journalism has also included reporting on the Emmanuel Foundation’s activities, creating a connection between his work as a writer and his involvement in community service. The “Pen for Success” initiative, for example, was reported by Addo Adjei himself and documented the Foundation’s effort to encourage students during a demanding academic period.
At the centre of his public identity is a combination of faith, service and leadership. His personal profile identifies him as a writer, philanthropist, servant leader and President of the Emmanuel Foundation, while his growing body of work demonstrates an expanding commitment to student affairs, journalism and community development.
As Emmanuel Addo Adjei continues his journey at the University of Education, Winneba and through GhanaMedia.net, his story represents that of a young Ghanaian using writing, organised leadership and philanthropy as interconnected avenues for service.
Guided by mentor Daniel Jeddman, Emmanuel Addo Adjei continues to develop his voice in journalism, leadership, philanthropy and service, inspiring a new generation of Ghanaian youth today.
GhanaMedia.net will continue to document the work of its growing community of authors and contributors whose work reflects the changing aspirations, achievements and challenges of Ghana’s next generation.
The Ghana National Ambulance Service (NAS) does not charge patients for emergency ambulance services, according to the Service’s Deputy Public Relations Officer, Simmons Yussif Kewura.
Ghana Ambulance Service Clarifies Emergency Charges
Mr. Kewura explained that while emergency services themselves are not charged, patients may be required to pay for fuel depending on the distance covered by an ambulance.
“Ghana Ambulance Service does not charge for emergency services, we only charge for fuel depending on the distance,” Mr. Kewura said.
The clarification provides a distinction between the emergency ambulance service and fuel-related costs associated with transporting patients over varying distances.
The National Ambulance Service is responsible for providing emergency medical response and transportation services to patients who require urgent assistance across Ghana.
The Service’s clarification comes amid public discussions about ambulance-related charges and the cost of accessing emergency medical transportation.
According to the information provided by the NAS, the emergency service itself does not attract a charge, while fuel costs may vary according to the distance involved.
Members of the public requiring emergency ambulance assistance can therefore seek clarification from the National Ambulance Service on applicable fuel-related arrangements based on the distance of the journey.
Ghanaian social commentator Twene Jonas has claimed that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) could face political consequences if President John Dramani Mahama does not release a person referred to as “Ghana Jollof.”
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The statement, circulating in a social-media graphic attributed to Chai Lee Multimedia, quotes Twene Jonas as saying that the NDC “will go down and never raise again” if Mahama does not release Ghana Jollof.
The claim comes amid an ongoing controversy involving Ghana Jollof, identified in recent reports as Barbara Asantewaa Kodua. The Ghana Police Service has declared her wanted, while Twene Jonas has publicly challenged the police over the matter. Recent reports say he even dared the police to declare him wanted in connection with the case.
Twene Jonas has been a vocal critic of President Mahama and the NDC, frequently using social media to comment on political and national issues. Recent posts attributed to him continue to focus heavily on the Mahama administration and the Ghana Jollof controversy.
However, the statement concerning what would happen to the NDC if Ghana Jollof is not released is a political prediction attributed to Twene Jonas and should not be treated as an established outcome.
The wider Ghana Jollof case remains a developing matter, with publicly available reports indicating that some details surrounding the investigation and the allegations have not been fully disclosed.
Managing Editor of The Herald Newspaper, Larry Dogbey, has raised concerns over what he says is information indicating that a large quantity of cocaine is currently stuck in Ghana and facing difficulties being moved out of the country.
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Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on September 19, Dogbey said the reported situation raises questions about the scale of narcotics trafficking and the effectiveness of controls at Ghana’s ports.
The comments come amid renewed scrutiny of Ghana’s role in international cocaine trafficking following the seizure of nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine, valued at approximately €225 million, by French customs authorities. The consignment, concealed in a container of plastic waste, had arrived at the Port of Dunkirk from Ghana on September 10, 2026.
Six people have subsequently been arraigned before the Kwabenya Circuit Court in connection with the shipment and remanded while investigations continue. Four of those accused are officers of the Ghana Revenue Authority’s Customs Division. Prosecutors allege that scans of the containers showed abnormalities before the shipment was nevertheless cleared for export.
Dogbey has also questioned the reported exclusion of personnel from the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) from physical inspections of containers at major ports, asking who authorised the change and why.
He suggested that a parliamentary inquiry could provide an opportunity for officials involved in decisions surrounding port inspections to explain the circumstances.
The controversy has also prompted responses from political figures. Former Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul said NACOC personnel were not removed from Tema Port under the previous administration, but that they had been stopped from participating in physical container inspections following port reforms introduced in 2018.
President John Dramani Mahama has since directed that NACOC be restored to the joint container inspection process and instructed security and regulatory agencies at Ghana’s ports to develop a framework for harmonising their operations.
Dogbey’s claim about a large quantity of cocaine allegedly remaining in Ghana has not, from the sources reviewed, been independently quantified or publicly confirmed by authorities. His comments should therefore be understood as a reported claim rather than an established figure.
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has withdrawn from the Black Stars squad after a knee problem was confirmed during medical examinations ahead of Ghana’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
Jordan Ayew Withdraws From Black Stars Squad After Knee Injury
Ayew reported discomfort after joining the national team camp in Accra and subsequently underwent a scan. Reports indicate that the examination revealed a knee injury that is expected to rule him out of Ghana’s upcoming fixtures.
The veteran forward is therefore set to leave camp to begin his recovery, dealing another setback to head coach Carlos Queiroz as the Black Stars prepare for their opening AFCON qualifiers.
Ghana are scheduled to face Côte d’Ivoire on September 24 before hosting The Gambia on September 29. The team will also travel to Morocco for an international friendly against the Atlas Lions on October 4.
Ayew had been retained in Queiroz’s squad after captaining Ghana during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Ghana Football Association previously confirmed him as the Black Stars’ number nine for the tournament.
His withdrawal comes at a time when Ghana are already managing several player absences ahead of the qualifiers. Recent reports have also highlighted the unavailability of players including Mohammed Kudus, Antoine Semenyo and Baba Rahman.
Ayew recently joined Sheffield United after leaving Leicester City and remains one of Ghana’s most experienced international players. He has been a regular figure for the Black Stars for more than a decade.
The extent of Ayew’s recovery timeline has not been publicly established in the reports reviewed, leaving Ghana to prepare for the upcoming fixtures without their captain.
MIAMI, USA — September 22, 2026: Eighteen suspects accused of involvement in the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse have appeared before a federal court in Miami following their extradition from Haiti to the United States.
18 SUSPECTS APPEAR IN US COURT OVER HAITI PRESIDENT’S KILLING
The defendants were transferred to the United States on September 20 aboard a U.S. military aircraft as American prosecutors moved forward with the long-running case. The group includes 17 Colombian former soldiers and Joseph Felix Badio, a former Haitian Ministry of Justice employee who is considered a key suspect in the investigation.
Moïse, 53, was killed at his private residence in Port-au-Prince on July 7, 2021. U.S. prosecutors have alleged that the broader conspiracy involved individuals who planned, financed and facilitated the operation, with parts of the alleged plot organized from South Florida.
At Monday’s hearing in Miami, the defendants appeared handcuffed and shackled and used headphones to follow proceedings through an interpreter, according to CBS News Miami.
The U.S. case has expanded considerably since the assassination. Prosecutors say 30 people have been indicted in connection with the killing. Four men were convicted in Florida in May 2026, while at least five others have previously pleaded guilty and received life sentences.
The transfer of the 18 suspects follows years of delays in Haiti’s judicial process. Haitian authorities have cited serious difficulties, including threats to judges and gang control around the country’s judicial institutions.
The defendants remain accused persons, and the allegations against them will be tested through the U.S. judicial process.
Source note: The factual update above is based on reporting from Reuters, Associated Press and CBS News published September 20–21, 2026.
Hollard Ghana has announced the passing of its Group Chief Executive Officer, Patience Enyonam Akyianu, who died on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
The company announced the news in a media statement issued in Accra on Tuesday, 22 September 2026, expressing profound sorrow over the loss of its Group CEO.
Hollard Ghana mourns the passing of Group CEO Patience Enyonam Akyianu.
Patience Akyianu joined Hollard Ghana in October 2018 and became the company’s first Group CEO. According to Hollard Ghana, she played a significant role in establishing a purpose-led foundation for the organisation and guiding its transformation.
The company credited her leadership with helping make insurance more accessible to thousands of people across Ghana, while describing her legacy as extending beyond business growth to the culture of care, courage and kindness she fostered within the organisation and its communities.
Hollard Ghana said she would be remembered by the company and the wider insurance industry for her commitment to employees, customers and the organisation’s purpose of enabling more people to create and secure a better future.
The company extended its condolences to her husband, Kwame Akyianu Esquire, her children, Awurama and Nana Banyin, and her wider family and loved ones.
A mother is facing criticism online after comments about her daughter’s future marriage and financial expectations sparked widespread backlash.
In a social media post, the woman reportedly said she would not allow her daughter to marry a man who was not financially stable.
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Her remarks have drawn criticism from social media users, particularly over comments concerning her daughter’s appearance and adulthood.
The discussion has since generated debate online about parental expectations, financial stability in marriage, and the boundaries of comments parents make about their children.
The identity and age of the daughter have not been independently established from the material provided.
Ghanaian perfume house Maison Yusif Fragrance has secured the Innovative Luxury Fragrance Brand of the Year title for the third consecutive year at the recently concluded Ghana Industries and Manufacturing Awards.
The achievement marks a significant moment for the brand, bringing renewed attention to Ghanaian craftsmanship within the luxury fragrance industry. It also extends a run of recognition for a business that has made its Ghanaian identity central to its creative direction.
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Established in 2017 by perfumer Yusif Meizongo Jnr, Maison Yusif has built its approach around artisan production. Its fragrances are composed, blended and assembled by hand in Accra, combining internationally sourced materials with inspiration drawn from Ghana’s culture and heritage.
That philosophy runs through a collection that includes Bad Influence, Deeper Than Words and Another Face of Oud Elixir, with each fragrance contributing to the house’s exploration of scent as an expression of personality, emotion and memory.
Recognition at a manufacturing awards ceremony also draws attention to the work behind the finished bottle. Maison Yusif brings fragrance development and production together in Ghana, presenting perfumery as an avenue for local creativity to become a distinctive commercial product.
The brand’s reach extends beyond its home market. Its fragrance The Apex is available through Flying Solo in New York, giving international audiences an opportunity to encounter contemporary perfumery created in Accra.
The third consecutive award adds another milestone to Maison Yusif’s journey, placing the spotlight on a homegrown fragrance house whose ambitions extend internationally while its craft remains rooted in Ghana.
