TRAGIC INCIDENT IN WESTERN REGION 🚨 A 33-year-old pregnant woman, identified as Yaa Karim, has died after being shot twice by two teenagers who allegedly mistook her for a deer. The heartbreaking incident occurred at Huniso, near Bogoso, while Karim was gathering firewood during her time off from Ghana Rubber Plantation Limited. According to the police, the two suspects (aged 18 and younger) claimed they saw movement in the bush and fired without verifying the target. Both teenagers are presently in police custody at Tarkwa as investigations proceed. Speaking to Connect 97.1 FM, the deceased’s sister, Lydia Abanga, recounted: “I think she was trying to draw the wood to the roadside when the kids shot her.” #BerryPulseNews

Intercity STC has interdicted the driver seen in a viral video making contact with a sprinter bus while overtaking at Pokuasi and driving off. Management says the conduct is unacceptable, an investigation is underway, and it is awaiting the Pokuasi Police report. Disciplinary action will follow. Road safety is everyone's business. #BerrypulseNews

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has dismissed reports that VAT is being introduced or increased on certain electronic transactions, calling them false. Please read the clarification so you aren't misled.

SLOPSA @ 75: St. Louis SHS Produces 34+ New Lawyers At Ghana Bar Call As Eunice Agyei Esq. Wins Best Student Award In Advocacy and Legal Ethics #BerryPulseNews

🚨 HE WAS SACKED DAYS BEFORE HIS FORMER BOSS WAS MURDERED. FORENSIC EVIDENCE LATER LINKED HIM TO THE CRIME SCENE. On February 11, 2024, Eric Johnson, the owner of Royal Cosy Hills Hotel, popularly known as Jirapa Dubai, was found dead in a pool of blood inside his private residence on the hotel premises. A case that shocked Ghana would later lead to a murder conviction and a life sentence. HOW IT HAPPENED According to the prosecution, Johnson was attacked in his residence during the night. A ladder was reportedly found around the wall, while his car key and vehicle were missing. The vehicle was later discovered abandoned at Jirapa Zongo. THE ARRESTS Police initially arrested several hotel employees as investigations began. Elisha Mahama Akpanichie, a former Human Resource Manager at the hotel, was later arrested after leaving Jirapa. As the investigation progressed, some suspects were released. The case eventually went to trial against Mahama, Belinda Miller and Kweku Kumbata. WHAT DID THE PROSECUTION SAY? The prosecution told the court that Mahama had been dismissed from the hotel shortly before the murder. It alleged that he used a ladder to scale the wall surrounding Johnson’s residence and made calls asking about the location of the master key to Johnson’s room. The prosecution further alleged that after the attack, money and the deceased’s car key were taken, and the vehicle was later abandoned at Jirapa Zongo. THE FORENSIC EVIDENCE Investigators reportedly found fingerprints and bloodstained footprints at the crime scene that linked Mahama to the incident. Phone records were also presented as part of the prosecution’s case. The prosecution further raised questions about an injury on Mahama’s finger and the different explanations he allegedly gave about how he sustained it. WHAT ABOUT THE CHIEFTAINCY RUMOURS? Before the case reached trial, unconfirmed rumours attempted to link the murder to chieftaincy issues in Jirapa. However, the prosecution’s case at trial focused on the evidence it said connected Mahama to the crime scene. The chieftaincy rumour was not established as the motive in the court proceedings described in the reports. WHAT WAS HIS DEFENCE? Mahama denied murdering Johnson. His defence challenged aspects of the prosecution’s account, including how the alleged entry into the residence took place and the handling of some forensic evidence. THE FINAL JUDGMENT On October 15, 2025, a seven-member jury unanimously found Elisha Mahama Akpanichie guilty of murdering Eric Johnson. The Wa High Court sentenced him to life imprisonment, to be served at Ankaful Maximum Security Prison. Belinda Miller and Kweku Kumbata were acquitted and discharged because the evidence against them was insufficient. Mahama maintained his innocence, and his lawyer indicated an intention to appeal. I have not found a confirmed report establishing that the conviction or sentence has been overturned. This case highlights how forensic evidence, telephone records and police investigations contributed to a conviction in one of Ghana’s most widely reported murder cases. Credits: BigGodwin Martey #BerryPulse

The teacher unions have suspended their two-week old industrial action after a meeting with the Council of State on Friday.  They have therefore directed their members to return to the classrooms from Monday, October 12, 2026. #Berrypulsenews

GHANA CHAMBER OF MINES RESPONDS TO REUTERS REPORT ON PROPOSED MINING BILL The Ghana Chamber of Mines has responded to a recent Reuters report on provisions contained in Ghana’s proposed Minerals and Mining Bill, 2026. The Reuters report highlighted proposed changes including a possible special state share in mining companies, shorter mining lease terms, and provisions allowing government to require local processing of minerals. The Bill, which was laid before Parliament on May 26, 2026, seeks to replace the existing Minerals and Mining Act, 2006. #BerryPulse

NHIS active membership coverage has increased from 56.3% in 2024 to 70% as of August 2026, while NHIS claims paid to date have reached GH¢2.1 billion. NHIL revenue also increased from GH¢6.52 billion in 2024 to GH¢9.76 billion in 2025. #AccountabilitySeries #HealthSectorUpdates

The Minister of Health Hon. Mintah Akandoh exchanging pleasantries with dignitaries at the Health Sector Updates #AccountabilitySeries #HealthSectorUpdates

The Arrival of Nurses at the health sector update engagement. #BerryPulseNews #AccountabilitySeries #HealthSectorUpdates

Arrival of some dignitaries at the health sector update engagement. #BerryPulseNews #AccountabilitySeries #HealthSectorUpdates