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Diesel and petrol remained Ghana’s largest imported commodities in 2025, underscoring the country’s continued dependence on imported petroleum products despite ongoing efforts to strengthen domestic refining capacity and improve the external trade balance New data from the Ghana Statistical Service’s (GSS) 2025 Annual International Merchandise Trade Statistics Report show that …

There is a heavy security presence at Obuasi Senior High Technical School in the Ashanti Region after some students went on a rampage, beat up their headteacher and vandalized school property. The rampaging students violently attacked the headmaster, Abdullai Zakari, after they accused him of allegedly burying a newborn on …

Sagnarigu MUSEC imposes curfew after deadly boundary clash Sagnarigu MUSEC imposes curfew after deadly boundary clash The Sagnarigu Municipal Security Council (MUSEC) has banned the carrying of arms, ammunition and other offensive weapons in Damankunyili, Nyeshie and adjoining communities following a communal clash that left one person dead and six …

Honorable Bede Ziedeng handing over medical non-drug consumables The Member of Parliament for the Lawra Constituency, Hon. Bede Ziedeng, has donated medical non-drug consumables worth one hundred thousand Ghana cedis (GH¢100,000) to the Lawra Municipal Hospital to support healthcare delivery in the municipality. The items presented include examination gloves, syringes …

As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Wa West Constituency prepares to elect a new Constituency Chairman in the coming weeks, we are reminded that elections within a political party are not battles among enemies but a democratic process among brothers and sisters pursuing a common vision. Whether you …

PRUMAS FORM 2025Download PRUMAS CATEGORIESDownload PRUMAS Nomination opens on Sunday, 4th January, 2026Participants shall pick up the registration form at the front desk of Radio Progress or online via https://radioprogressnews.org and return the completed forms together with a pen drive containing their songs to Radio Progress on or before 4th …

Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot The Governing Council of the Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (SDD-UBIDS) at its 4th Special Council Meeting, held at Aburi, in the Eastern Region on 8thand 9th December 2025, approved the establishment of a School of Medicine and Health Sciences.  This decision marks yet …

Screenshot PRUMAS 2025: Radio Progress Set to Crown Upper West’s Brightest Musical Stars Radio Progress today unveiled plans for the 2025 PRUMAS Music Awards, promising a vibrant night to celebrate the Upper West Region’s musical talent and cultural creativity. The annual awards will spotlight outstanding musicians, producers, performers, and creative …

Born on September 24, 1957, in Sombo in the Upper West Region of Ghana, the RightHonourable Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin (ASK) is a true embodiment of resilience, integrity,and visionary leadership. As the fourth born of nine children, he rose from humble beginningsthrough perseverance and determination. Reflecting on his early life, …

The Wa Branch of Bayport Savings and Loans joined the global celebration of Customer Service Week with a special event held at its premises in Wa, Upper West Region, on Friday, 10th October, 2025. The event brought together a cross-section of customers and stakeholders to recognize and appreciate their loyalty …