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File Photo Residents of Dapuoha, a farming community in the Wa municipality of the Upper West Region have voiced concerns over what they describe as persistent neglect by political leaders, citing inadequate infrastructure and unfulfilled campaign promises as major impediments to community development. Speaking to Info Radio, Mr. Abrahim Zentiere, a prominent community member, lamented that politicians often engage actively with the community during election campaigns but fa

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has commenced a nationwide initiative to transition manual vehicle registration and documentation processes into a comprehensive digital system. This landmark move aims to bolster road safety, improve vehicle monitoring, and eliminate the circulation of fake roadworthiness certificates. Speaking on Wa-based Info Radio, during a public sensitization campaign in the Upper West Region, the Acting Deputy Director of Legal at the D

File Photo Residents of Deriyiri, a farming community in the Manwe Electoral Area are facing an acute water crisis, forcing them to share their only water source with animals and risking their health. The community’s sole borehole frequently malfunctions due to pressure issues, leaving residents with limited options, primarily the nearby river, which is also a drinking spot for wildlife. Speaking exclusively to Info News, Mr. Kaara Gana a resident, highlighted the dire situa

File Photo The Wa West District is grappling with significant infrastructural deficits, notably in telecommunications and electricity access, hindering social, economic, and security development. The District Chief Executive Richard Wulo speaking to Info Radio emphasized the urgent need for government intervention. Mr. Wulo explained that large swaths of the district remain outside the coverage areas of telecommunication networks, rendering communication difficult for reside

File Photo The residents of Kolpeini, a farming community in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region, have voiced urgent concerns over critical deficiencies in access to potable water and electricity, prompting calls for immediate action by local authorities. Speaking to Info Radio, community members disclosed that their estimated population of nearly 1,000 relies solely on a single functional borehole as their primary water source. Located at the far end of the c

File Photo Residents of Charikuuri, a farming community in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region have voiced growing concerns over the deteriorating condition of the community’s road infrastructure, which has severely hampered access to neighboring towns and essential services. The community's access roads are reported to be in a state of disrepair, becoming virtually impassable during the rainy season and isolating residents from critical healthcare, education

File Photo Residents of Jenkore , a farming community in the Manwe Electoral Area of the Wa East District of the Upper West Region are raising concerns over the deteriorating condition of their community’s road infrastructure. The community’s residents describe all connecting roads as being in a deplorable state, with several bridges broken and impassable, severely hindering movement and daily activities. Speaking exclusively to Info News, Abdulai Idris criticized the govern

The Wa West District Office of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) has announced the formation of Disaster Volunteer Groups (DVGs) in collaboration with local Assembly Members to effectively manage and control bushfires across the district. This strategic initiative aims to protect farmlands, properties, and the environment during the dry season, especially as some farmers are still harvesting their crops. In an interview with Info Radio, NADMO District Dire

The Jirapa Traditional Council has announced an immediate ban on the premature harvesting of commercial fruits, indiscriminate tree felling for charcoal production, and uncontrolled bush burning within the Jirapa Traditional Area. The directive, issued under the authority of the Paramount Chief of the Jirapa Traditional Area and President of the Jirapa Traditional Council, Naa Dinaa Donglabong Ganaa III, is aimed at protecting the environment, preserving cultural values, an

Professor Joseph Ofori-Dankwa seated in the middle front row Professor Joseph Ofori-Dankwa, a renowned Ghanaian-American academic and philanthropist, has announced plans to mobilize support aimed at addressing the hardships faced by widows in the community. Professor Ofori-Dankwa, the Harvey Wickes Endowed Chair at Scott Kamuna College of Business, Seculvalley State University in Michigan, made these intentions known during an engagement with approximately 200 widows from the