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Ghana Faces Nationwide Transport Shutdown on November 4 as GPRTU and Other Unions Declare Strike

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  Ghana Faces Nationwide Transport Shutdown on November 4 as GPRTU and Other Unions Declare Strike Ghana is expected to experience significant disruptions in public transportation on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, following a joint announcement by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and other major commercial transport unions declaring a nationwide withdrawal of services. The planned shutdown is expected to affect thousands of commuters, traders, workers, students and businesses that depend on commercial transport for their daily activities. The announcement, jointly issued by the transport unions, signals growing dissatisfaction within Ghana’s commercial transport sector over several unresolved concerns, including the implementation and enforcement of the TraffiTech-GH system. Why Are Transport Operators Planning a Nationwide Shutdown? At the centre of the planned industrial action are concerns surrounding the TraffiTech-GH enforcement system and other challenges affectin...
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Bridging Safety and Wellness: Inside the Renovated NADMO Health Facility's Vision for Community Care

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  Bridging Safety and Wellness: Inside the Renovated NADMO Health Facility's Vision for Community Care Health is a foundational pillar of disaster management. Under our enduring mantra—"Prevention Pays"—the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) maintains a steadfast commitment not only to community safety and hazard mitigation, but also to the holistic medical well-being of our staff and the wider public. Marking the observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the newly renovated NADMO Health Facility hosted a comprehensive breast screening exercise, reinforcing our proactive stance on wellness and early detection. Operating under the direct supervision of the Ghana Health Service, this milestone facility represents a vital step forward in accessible healthcare delivery for our workforce. Current Services and Operations While the facility currently lacks an on-site laboratory and direct prescription dispensary, it serves as a critical frontline hub...
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Building Disaster Resilience Early: St. Sylvanus R/C School’s Immersive Learning Experience at NADMO Headquarters

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  Building Disaster Resilience Early: St. Sylvanus R/C School’s Immersive Learning Experience at NADMO Headquarters Empowering the next generation with practical safety knowledge is one of the most effective ways to build a resilient society. Today, the team at Vungton Multimedia had the privilege of witnessing and capturing an inspiring educational simulation exercise at the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) Headquarters, featuring enthusiastic pupils and teachers from St. Sylvanus R/C School, Pokuase. An Immersive Journey into Search and Rescue The visit was designed to give students a firsthand look at the operational realities of disaster management and emergency response. Rather than relying solely on classroom theory, the young learners were taken on an interactive journey through the inner workings of an operational Search and Rescue (SAR) mission. NADMO officers walked the children and their teachers through the complete lifecycle of an emergency response—fr...
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I HAVE A DREAM…

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   I Have a Dream For decades, the narrative surrounding Africa has been one of immense paradox: a continent overflowing with vast mineral wealth, yet plagued by persistent underdevelopment. But if we are to heal and rise, we must confront an uncomfortable truth—Africa’s core problem is not a scarcity of mineral resources; it is a crisis of leadership. Our major challenge as Africans is not what lies beneath our soils, but how we find and cultivate the ideal human resources to manage the abundant endowments we have been given. Too often, the systems of governance and politics we have built have strayed from the path of merit. Politics has frequently developed into a reward system, where faithful individuals are handed key and prominent positions purely out of allegiance, while true competence and capability are cast aside. When choosing those to lead us forward, time should never be the deciding factor. Longevity in a system or how long someone has "paid their dues" does not ...
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And Shatta Wale Wept: A Night of Tears, Triumphs, and Electric Energy at the Shatta Fest

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  And Shatta Wale Wept: A Night of Tears, Triumphs, and Electric Energy at the Shatta Fest 17th October marked a monumental celebration as the World acclaimed African dancehall king, Shatta Wale, celebrated his birthday with an explosive Shatta Fest at the Accra Sports Stadium. Following last year’s massive turnout at the Independence Square—where a guestimated crowd of over 600,000 gathered at the independence square during a rare hiatus of personal major concerts—this year's edition shifted venues to the iconic Accra Sports Stadium, bringing an intimate yet roaring sea of devoted fans. The Build-Up and Packed House Skeptics previously claimed that the record-breaking numbers from the previous year were solely due to free admission. However, this year's Shatta Fest flipped the narrative, framed as a birthday gift from the fans to the artist. Organizers announced that within a compressed 9-day window, a staggering 40,000 tickets had been secured, packing the stadium right up to...
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