In an effort to show off strength and readiness, personnel of the Upper West Regional Police Command took to some principal streets in the Regional Capital, Wa, on Friday, January 30, 2026. They marched through the streets in a bid to assure residents of their preparedness for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Presidential Primary scheduled […]

Long crowned by his legion of fans as the king of Afrobeat, the late Fela Kuti is finally being recognised by the global music industry. The Nigerian star will posthumously receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys – almost three decades after his death at the age of 58. “Fela has been in the […]

Ghana has enough power generation capacity to meet demand, according to Energy Minister John Jinapor, who has reaffirmed that there is no load shedding in the country. In a Facebook post on Friday, January 30, the Minister said he has met with the leadership of key power sector agencies to review the current state of […]

President John Mahama has reiterated his commitment to the fight against illegal mining, widely known as Galamsey stressing that he will continue decisively and without fear or favour. Speaking at a Ghana Military Academy graduation ceremony on Friday, January 30, 2026, he says government has already taken steps to combat illegal mining including declaring some […]

…as it celebrates 10th anniversary By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Canada Ghana Chamber of Commerce (CANCHAM) has made significant strides in wooing Canadian companies into Ghana – especially in the mining sector – and reshaping the capabilities of Ghanaian businesses for  international deals. Launching the Chamber’s 10th anniversary celebration in Accra, the president of CANCHAM, […] The post CANCHAM

Journalists have been urged to play a stronger role in tackling stigma, mobilizing resources and promoting inclusive narratives around Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). This call was made at the opening of the 4th REMAPSEN Media Forum on NTDs in Cotonou, Benin, where stakeholders emphasized that effective media engagement is critical to eliminating the diseases in […]

By Isaac KUSI  It is often said that the best things in life are free and that knowledge is power. Nowhere are these two sayings more apt than in the area of healthcare where knowledge makes the difference between life and death. Millions suffer unnecessarily and long periods of time because they do not have […] The post Putting health in the hands of the

The Ethiopian Football Federation has officially submitted a bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations following changes to the tournamentâ??s scheduling.Ethiopia had initially targeted the 2029 edition, but CAFâ??s decision in December 2025 to stage AFCON every four years from 2028 forced a revision of the countryâ??s plans. With the new cycle in place, the federation has shifted its focus to securing hosting rights for the 2028 tournament.According to state-owned Ethiopian

Traders at the Berekum Central Market of the Bono Region are crying over an act of fraud perpetrated on them by a group of fraudsters. The fraudsters have managed to make away with millions of Ghana cedis with no trace. The traders who are mainly women numbering over 200 at the Central Market and Senase […]

Hearts of Oak host Bechem United on Sunday at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon, with the Phobians aiming to extend a strong run of form that has lifted them into fourth place on the Ghana Premier League table.The Accra-based side have built their recent success on defensive solidity, conceding just seven goals all season, one of the best records in the league. That discipline at the back has kept Hearts competitive, although their home form has been mixed and could give

The Governing Board of the National Sports Authority has commenced a three-day out-of-office retreat in Ada, aimed at adopting strategic and practical approaches to reposition the Authority and strengthen its operational effectiveness.The retreat is designed to address day-to-day execution challenges within the Authority, with a focus on improving governance standards, enhancing service delivery, and reshaping the social and public image of the NSA. It is also expected to provide

President John Dramani Mahama has renewed his government’s resolve to decisively confront illegal mining, declaring that the fight against galamsey will continue “without fear or favour.” He made the declaration at the Ghana Military Academy Graduation Parade 2026, where 267 cadet officers were commissioned into the Ghana Armed Forces. The President said illegal mining has […] The post Mahama Renews

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has revealed advanced plans to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into the local languages programming for educational purposes to foster comprehension and preservation as part of efforts to expand access across the country. The minister, after a high-level engagement with the Vice President of Google […] The post Gov’t

FC AshantiGold 04 have been dealt a major blow in their push for Ghana Premier League promotion after the GFA imposed a five-match home ban on the club for misconduct during an Access Bank Division One League fixture.In an update released by the GFA Disciplinary Committee, AshantiGold 04 were also fined GHS 30,000 and issued a formal warning following incidents during their match against Sekondi Rospak FC. The club was found guilty of failing to ensure the safety of match officials,

By Elizabeth FRIMPONG Real property remains one of the most resilient and reliable wealth-building vehicles in Ghana. In an economic climate characterized by currency fluctuations and global uncertainty, tangible assets offer a hedge against inflation that few other investments can match. However, the Ghanaian property market is unique. It operates with a specific set of […] The post A

A Black Stars squad   Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has described the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a Read More... The post Okraku Admits AFCON Absence Painful,

By Nathaniel LOMOTEY Nathaniel is a Philanthropist and CEO, Nagmas Ltd., Ghana Home ownership in Ghana has long been seen as a reward for a lifetime of work rather than a structured financial goal that can be achieved deliberately. For many employees, entrepreneurs and young families, the dream of owning a home feels distant amid […] The post Making home ownership a reality

Ariel Siedman has been given 72 hours to leave South Africa, the foreign affairs ministry says.

Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu   Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has been appointed International Relations Manager at Ghana Premier League side Aduana FC, adding his experience and global connections to the Read More... The post Agyemang-

Serena Williams   Tennis legend Serena Williams has refused to definitively rule out a return to professional tennis, despite previously insisting she had no plans to come back to the Read More... The post Serena Williams Eyes Possible