Three people have been confirmed dead and 15 others injured following a fatal collision at Juaso Three-Lane, near NEXT Bon Gas on the Kumasi-Accra Highway on Sunday, July 13, 2026.

The accident occurred at approximately 9:39 am and involved a Shackman F3000 truck, registration GN 9673-25, loaded with clinker and driven by Mr. Stephen Amankwah, and a Dongfeng van, registration GM 4002-26, driven by Mr. Nyame Ebenezer.

In all, 18 persons were involved. Two males and one female died instantly at the scene. Fifteen others sustained various degrees of injury.

A joint rescue team from Konongo-Odumase and Juaso Fire Stations responded to the emergency call. They retrieved the three deceased and handed them over to Juaso Police.

The two drivers and the remaining 13 injured victims were rescued by members of the public before emergency crews arrived. They were rushed to Juaso Government Hospital for treatment.

The Shackman truck sustained partial damage to its cowl, while the Dongfeng van had its windscreen and engine compartment totally damaged.

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has praised four young Ghanaian pupils for setting Guinness World Records, calling their achievement a source of national pride and inspiration for children nationwide.

The Minister made the commendation when the Executive Director of the Sophia Boadi Readathon International Foundation, Ms. Sophia Boadi, led the pupils from Pentecost Preparatory School on a courtesy visit.

Welcoming the team, Dr. Lartey congratulated the children for their outstanding performance and commended their discipline, determination, and commitment to excellence. She said their success proves the enormous potential of Ghanaian children when given the right guidance and opportunities.

Ms. Boadi said the Foundation, through its literacy and talent development programs, identified and trained the pupils to compete in various Guinness World Records categories. According to her, the initiative is focused on promoting education, environmental sustainability, agriculture, cognitive development, and time management, while showcasing Ghanaian talent globally.

She revealed that Isaac K. Boadi Atuah and George K. Kwarteng Boadi set the record for the Fastest Time to Sort Two Bags of Recyclable Materials, beating competitors from the United States. Isaac also set a second record for Most Seeds Planted in One Minute during Ghana’s National Farmers’ Day celebration, highlighting agriculture and environmental care.

Ms. Boadi added that Selorm Dzakah Junior set the record for Fastest Time to Pack a School Bag, while Rebecca Ackron Essel set the record for Fastest Time to Build a 10-Toilet Roll Pyramid. Both feats, she said, demonstrated strong cognitive skills and time management. She noted the pupils underwent intensive training before their successful attempts.

Dr. Lartey congratulated the pupils and their mentor for putting Ghana on the global map. She urged the young record holders to remain focused, humble, and committed to excellence, and said their story should motivate other children to chase their dreams with discipline.

The Minister also applauded the Sophia Boadi Readathon International Foundation for its investment in literacy, talent development, and youth empowerment, noting that such efforts align with government’s agenda on education and child welfare.

In recognition of their feat, Dr. Lartey presented a cash token to the four pupils as a token of encouragement and appreciation.

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme