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One dead, five injured in fatal crash at Asubuo on Accra-Kumasi highway

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A fatal road accident on the Accra–Kumasi Highway at Asubuo has claimed one life and left five others injured, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has reported.[GNFS]
According to a statement from the GNFS Eastern Region Public Relations Office, the crash occurred on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, and involved a Kia Rhino and a MAN Diesel truck.
Firefighters from the Suhum Municipal Fire Station were dispatched to the scene after reports that a person was trapped in the Kia Rhino.
Using extrication equipment, the GNFS crew worked to free the trapped occupant from the mangled vehicle. The casualty was later rescued and rushed to the Suhum Government Hospital for treatment.
In total, five people sustained various degrees of injuries in the accident and are receiving medical care.
The GNFS also confirmed that a male pedestrian died on the spot after reportedly being knocked down during the crash.
Both the Kia Rhino and the MAN Diesel truck sustained extensive damage.
Authorities say the circumstances leading to the accident are currently under investigation.
The GNFS has urged motorists to exercise caution on the Accra–Kumasi Highway, especially as traffic volumes remain high.
The accident adds to growing concerns over road safety on one of Ghana’s busiest highways.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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The meeting, according to the Ambassador, builds on the growing momentum in Ghana–Barbados relations, including the recent participation of Barbadian Prime Minister, Mia Amor Mottley, in high-level engagements in Ghana.
The two diplomats discussed strengthening cooperation in key areas including aviation and connectivity, tourism, trade and investment, education, culture, migration and security, reparations and multilateral affairs.
Ambassador Baba Sadiq noted that Ghana and Barbados share deep historical and cultural bonds, adding that the focus now is to translate that shared heritage into practical partnerships that connect people, unlock opportunities and strengthen Africa–Caribbean relations.
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A Plus leads AKA Energy delegation to Presidency over 270MW solar project

Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, has announced plans for the construction of a 270-megawatt solar energy project to power the Gomoa Special Economic Zone and the Gomoa Eco Park.
According to the MP, a delegation from AKA Energy Systems, led by its Chief Executive Officer, met with President John Dramani Mahama earlier yesterday, September 8, to formally inform him that preparations towards the project have commenced.
In a post, A Plus, who led the delegation to the Presidency, disclosed that the project will be a major power source for the manufacturing, industrial and commercial hub.
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