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File Photo Commercial tricycle operators in Wa, popularly known as Cambuu drivers, are calling on authorities to investigate what they describe as the compulsory collection of money by police officers at checkpoints. The drivers allege that officers demand GH¢5 from each operator at designated barriers. Mr Hamza, a Cambuu driver, said the payments could amount to about GH¢50 a day for some drivers who pass through several checkpoints. He described the alleged demands as a ser

The highly anticipated fourth edition of The Luckiest Seasonal Lottery Draw officially kicked off at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, promising a season filled with excitement, innovation, and social impact. Organized by GeniusLoci Limited and regulated by the National Lottery Authority (NLA), the 2026 draw runs from September 22 to December 19, offering Ghanaians a unique opportunity to win big while supporting community development across the country. Building on its legacy, t

The Social Investment Fund (SIF) in Ghana has announced a transformative initiative to establish eight cutting-edge Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centers across seven regions, as part of the $71 million Ghana Women and Youth Employment and Social Cohesion (GWYESCO) Programme. This ambitious project aims to equip young Ghanaians and women with market-relevant skills to foster employment, entrepreneurship, and social harmony. Speaking at a stakeholder e

File Photo Women’s groups in Duong , a farming community within the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region are appealing to local authorities, NGOs, and benevolent individuals for financial support to establish small-scale businesses that can sustain their families. The call for assistance underscores the urgent need for economic empowerment among women in Duong who are currently reliant on seasonal subsistence farming. Speaking exclusively to Info Radio during a

The DAAD Alumni Association has held a two-day workshop in Wa in the Upper West Region to discuss responsible management of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), with calls for stronger regulation, community participation and collaboration among stakeholders. The workshop, held under the theme “Managing Small-Scale and Artisanal Mining: A Community Mining Perspective in Northern Ghana,” brought together DAAD alumni, mining industry experts and regulators, academia, securi

The Paramount Chief of Zini Traditional Area and Vice President of the Upper West Regional House of Chiefs, Kuoro Abu Diaka Sukabe Ninia V, has called for a stronger role for traditional authorities and host communities in the licensing and management of artisanal and small-scale mining activities. He says communities should not be brought into the process only after mining companies have secured licences, arguing that early engagement can help identify potential conflicts

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) in the Upper West Region says it is stepping up efforts to ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations among food vendors to prevent contamination and food-borne illnesses. Mr. Kelvin Dafaare, Regional Director of the FDA, told Info Radio that the Authority is working closely with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to guarantee that food production environments remain safe and suitable for human consumption. Mr. Dafaare emph

Mr. Seidu Kamwininaan Ibrahim Mr. Seidu Kamwininaan Ibrahim, the immediate past Upper West Regional Secretary of the Ghana Federation of Disability Organizations (GFD), has urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to prioritize skills training for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) before disbursing Disability Common Fund support to businesses. Speaking on Info Radio’s Info Weekend Watch, Mr. Ibrahim emphasized that equipping beneficiaries with relevant bu

Azumah Resources Ghana Limited (ARGL), a subsidiary of the Dzata Group Holdings, has donated GH¢100,000 to the Wala Traditional Council to support the organization of the 2026 Dumba Festival, scheduled for August 25 to 31 in Wa. The donation was presented to the Dumba Organizing Committee on August 22, 2026 at the Wa Naa's Palace, following a mega float through the streets of Wa organized by the Wala Traditional Council in collaboration with Jonjo Palace, a youth camp in Wa,

Residents of Polee in the Tanina Electoral Area of Wa West District have voiced strong frustration over the community’s prolonged lack of electricity, good roads, and essential social amenities. The absence of electricity has severely impacted daily life, especially for households and businesses that rely on power. One resident highlighted the costly burden of purchasing and charging power banks to keep mobile phones operational, attributing the community’s plight to years of