Omanghana – Page 8

High blood pressure, medically known as hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions worldwide and a major risk factor for serious cardiovascular problems. Often described as a “silent killer,” hypertension usually develops without obvious symptoms. Many people may not know they have high blood pressure until it is detected during a medical checkup […]

A new clinical study suggests that a short session of prayer may provide measurable benefits in reducing physical pain and emotional distress among patients receiving medical care. The randomized controlled trial, published in The Annals of Family Medicine, examined how brief Christian intercessory prayer affected patients experiencing moderate to severe levels of pain and anxiety. […]

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The Akuapem Traditional Area is preparing for a historic cultural milestone as it celebrates the 200th anniversary of the iconic Akuapem Odwira Festival, a landmark occasion expected to bring together traditional leaders, communities, tourists, and members of the Akuapem diaspora from across the world. The bicentenary celebration is scheduled for September 21 to October 2, […]

President John Dramani Mahama has held high-level discussions with Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers at the Jubilee House in Accra as Ghana seeks to deepen trade, investment, and economic cooperation with the United States state. The meeting formed part of Governor Evers’ official multi-country African trade mission, which is focused on expanding commercial partnerships between Wisconsin […]

The Ghana Police Service has arrested six suspects and recovered GH¢300,000 in cash after successfully preventing a staged highway robbery on the Portor-Gurumpe Highway in the Bono East Region. Preliminary investigations have revealed that the robbery was allegedly planned from within, with the victim’s own commercial truck driver accused of masterminding the operation after learning […]

The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has confirmed that investigations into two senior National Democratic Congress (NDC) executives over alleged links to illegal mining activities remain active, as authorities continue efforts to establish the facts surrounding the claims. Deputy Attorney-General Dr. Srem-Sai has appealed for patience from civil society organizations and the general public, […]

Ghana’s National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) have deepened their institutional partnership to make Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) a central component of the country’s macroeconomic policies and long-term national development strategies. The collaboration seeks to move women’s economic advancement beyond a social development objective and establish it as […]

Absa Bank Ghana has partnered with luxury real estate developer Capemay Properties to host an exclusive property and mortgage engagement aimed at connecting high-net-worth clients with premium residential investment opportunities in Accra. The private event brought together clients from Absa’s Prestige, Personal, and Private Banking segments, as well as selected real estate investors, for an […]

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has reaffirmed that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta remains a wanted fugitive from justice in Ghana, insisting that recent proceedings before a United States immigration court do not affect the corruption-related criminal cases pending against him. In a statement issued on July 21, 2026, the OSP clarified that […]

President John Dramani Mahama has welcomed African leaders and health stakeholders to Accra for the African Union (AU) Extraordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government on Health, a major continental meeting focused on strengthening Africa’s healthcare systems and improving access to quality medical services. The two-day summit, being held from July […]

High Blood Pressure: Understanding Hypertension, Warning Signs, and How to Manage It

Study Finds Brief Prayer Sessions May Reduce Pain and Anxiety in Patients

Akuapem Traditional Area Prepares for Historic 200th Anniversary of Odwira Festival in 2026

President Mahama, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers Discuss Expanded Trade and Investment Partnership

Police Foil Staged Highway Robbery in Bono East, Recover GH¢300,000 and Arrest Six Suspects

EOCO Investigation Into NDC Executives Over Alleged Galamsey Links Remains Ongoing

Ghana Partners AFIDEP to Embed Women’s Economic Empowerment into National Economic Planning

Absa Bank Ghana Partners Capemay Properties to Showcase Luxury Homes and Tailored Mortgage Solutions

OSP Maintains Ken Ofori-Atta Remains Wanted Fugitive, Rejects Link to U.S. Immigration Ruling

President Mahama Hosts African Union Extraordinary Health Summit in Accra to Advance Health Justice Across Africa

Court Temporarily Halts Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala Impeachment Inquiry

Mali’s Former Intelligence Chief Kassoum Goïta Sentenced to 15 Years

Alale Explores Love and Emotional Fatigue on ‘Gunsta Frustrating’