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File Photo The District Chief Executive for Wa West, Hon. Richard Wulo, has reaffirmed the district’s commitment to enhancing its road network as a vital component of its development agenda. He emphasized that improving accessibility remains a top priority for the district’s socio-economic growth. Hon. Wuolo disclosed that the District Assembly, with rsupport from Wa West Member of Parliament, Hon. Peter Lanchene, has undertaken numerous road projects aimed at opening up the

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has honored its oldest female pensioner, Ima Zenabu Dagomba, in recognition of her remarkable longevity and more than three decades on the national pension payroll. The colorful ceremony, held at the centenarian's residence in Wa, celebrated Ima Dagomba's contribution to the country's social security scheme while encouraging workers, particularly those in the informal sector, to enroll on the SSNIT pension scheme to sec

Dakulada.com, a business company based in the Upper West Region, has organised a road safety summit for Cambuu riders in Wa to promote responsible riding and help reduce road accidents involving tricycles. The summit brought together Cambuu riders and key stakeholders, including officials from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC). Participants received education on road safet

File Photo Small business owners in Wa have raised concerns over the recent increase in electricity and water tariffs, warning that the new rates could hinder local economic growth. Mr. Osman Muhammed, a grinding mill operator along Wa Technical University Road, expressed his apprehensions to Info Radio, highlighting how the upward adjustment in utility costs threatens to escalate operating expenses and add pressure on already struggling small enterprises. The Public Utilitie

The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers through advocacy, access to agricultural inputs, capacity-building programmes, and improved market opportunities. The Association says it remains the collective voice of peasant farmers, engaging government and development partners to advocate policies and interventions that promote agricultural production and enhance farmers' incomes. Speaking in

File Photo The Director of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) at Dr. Hilla Limann Technical University (DHLTU), Dr. Martin Donani, has issued an emphatic call to prospective students to consider enrolling at the institution. Emphasizing the university’s commitment to practical skills and industry relevance, Dr. Donani highlighted DHLTU’s focus on equipping students with the technical competencies needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. In an in

File Photo Residents of Wuokora in the Kuuchileyiri electoral area are grappling with a mounting water crisis following the suspension of their self-initiated dam project, hindered primarily by a lack of funds and the onset of rains. During a recent community gathering with Info Radio, residents voiced concerns over the stalled construction, which was aimed at providing reliable drinking water for both humans and livestock. The community had collectively contributed resources

File Photo Residents of Kpanfa, Tuole, and Teemeh in the Wechiau electoral area of the Wa West District have voiced significant concerns over the deteriorating state of the border road connecting their communities to Burkina Faso. During an engagement with Info Radio, community members described the road as increasingly impassable, citing numerous waterlogged sections, potholes, and unsealed bridges that hinder daily activities and commerce. The communities along the Wechiau

MTN Ghana, the country's leading telecommunications provider, is currently experiencing a widespread network outage in Wa and its environs in the Upper West Region, beginning at approximately 2 p.m. today. Customers in affected area have been unable to make voice calls, send text messages, access mobile data, or conduct mobile money transactions since the disruption began. Residents of Wa and other surrounding communities speaking to Info Radio expressed their frustration w

Tendamba Primary School in the Wa Municipality, was demolished by the Wa Municipal Assembly in the early hours of Saturday, June 13, 2026. The school, established in 1956, was razed to pave the way for the construction of a proposed 24-hour economy market, a project spearheaded by the Wa Municipal Assembly. The demolition concludes a protracted saga characterized by controversy, court actions, and traditional interventions. The assembly’s decision to incorporate the land on w