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Residents of Kachiau in the Kandeu Electoral Area of Wa West District are appealing to local authorities to urgently address their ongoing water shortage crisis. During a recent community engagement with Info Radio, residents highlighted their reliance on a single borehole, which is insufficient to meet the community’s water needs. According to residents, Many households are forced to fetch water from streams or travel to Wechiau in search of potable water, posing significan

The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has taken proactive steps to enhance road safety awareness among commercial motorcycle riders in the Wa Municipality, emphasizing accident prevention and adherence to traffic regulations. The initiative was part of a broader summit organized by Dakulada.com, aimed at fostering responsible riding practices among Cambuu motorcycle operators. During the event, Mr. Abdul Fatawu Sidik, the Planning Manager for the NRSA in the Upper West Re

The United States on Wednesday released the official text of the memorandum of understanding reached over the weekend with Iran. A senior US administration official read out the 14-point document, which spells out provisions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing certain financial restrictions on Iran and sets out expectations for addressing Iran’s nuclear program during future technical talks. Titled the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of

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

Recent Flooding in Wa -Mangu The recurrent flooding in the Wa Municipality has been attributed to inadequate drainage infrastructure and damaging human activities, according to Osman Abdul Latif Sinsew, the Upper West Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO). During an interview on Info Radio, Mr. Sinsew highlighted that despite the municipality's significant expansion over recent years, the existing drainage systems have not been upgraded a

Three people have been killed and 34 suspects arrested following a violent shooting incident linked to a longstanding chieftaincy dispute in Funsi, in the Wa East District of the Upper West Region. According to a statement issued by the Upper West Regional Police Command, the incident occurred on the night of May 22, 2026, when police in Funsi received reports that two persons had been shot dead at the Gbelononi section of the community. Police officers who rushed to the scen

Poyentanga 24 -Hour Market Project Site Residents and business owners in Poyentanga, a business and farming community in the Wa West District of the Upper West Region, are voicing growing frustration and anger over imminent demolitions to facilitate the construction of a proposed 24-hour economy market. Approximately 13 homes, along with numerous shops , are slated for destruction, with no clear plan for compensation or adequate relocation support. The affected community m

The Wechiau Traditional Council has condemned the recent communal violence between the Kandeu and Lassia-Toulu communities, which has resulted in the loss of lives. In a press statement dated 19th March, 2026, and signed by Naa Imori Nandong Gomah II, President of the Council, described the incident as senseless and expressed deep sorrow over the tragic events. It extended heartfelt condolences to families affected by the violence. The Council urged all persons within the tra

File Photo More than two hundred households in Taanmaara, a farming community located within the Dabo Electoral Area in the Wa West District of the Upper West Region, are grappling with a severe water shortage due to an aging borehole that has become increasingly unreliable. Residents report that the overused borehole, which is now overaged, is failing to meet their daily water needs, thereby impacting their economic and social well-being. In an interview with Info Radio, Mad

Current State of the Sigri Borehole The assembly member for Sigri Electoral Area in the Jirapa municipality of the Upper West Region, Honorable Dakurah Thomas, has raised serious concerns over the persistent water scarcity affecting the community. During a recent community engagement, Honorable Dakurah highlighted that the community’s only borehole is outdated and has broken down multiple times, despite several repair efforts by residents, all to no avail. According to the as