Ghana turns 70 years old next year and our 33-year-old Fourth Republic democracy is paying a huge price in integrity, especially in our elections. A deeply rooted systemic flaw in our electoral culture, deliberately sustained by our collective hypocrisy, weak and inconsistent regulatory enforcement. Vote buying is no more considered a scandal, but an expected […]

Asante Kotoko management has called for an emergency meeting with the technical team led by Abdul Karim Zito following the teamsâ?? elimination from the Ghana FA Cup competition.The Porcupine Warriors succumbed to a penalty shootouts defeat to Aduana FC in the round of 16 of the Cup competition after a pulsating goalless draw in regular time at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.The defeat sees Asante Kotoko bow out of the FA Cup, while Aduana FC advance to the quarterfinal of the

Kumasi Asante Kotoko’s hopes of defending the FA Cup trophy crashed yesterday following a 4-2 defeat to Aduana FC on penalties at the 1/16th stage of the competition at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. It was the biggest encounter at the round and both clubs gave it their best shot as they threatened the respective … The post Aduana edge Kotoko; Nations FC, Medeama

ghana’s national U-20 women’s team, the Black Princesses, were held to a 2-2 drawn encounter by the Basetsana of South Africa in the first leg of the third round qualifier for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium, yesterday. the Black Princesses opened the scoring with an agnes yeboah header … The post South Africa’s Basetsana hold Black Princesses

The government has disclosed that it is planning the expansion of coconut plantations in Ghana from the current 90,000 hectares to 180,000 hectares by 2028, as part of efforts to boost livelihoods and strengthen value chain development in the coconut sector. The move is aimed at making the coconut industry more viable and competitive. Ghana […]

investment bank JP Morgan Chase has upgraded its view on African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), moving its recommendation from underweight to overweight after recent market repricing made the securities more attractive relative to peers. according to a report cited by reuters, the shift reflects growing investor confidence in Afreximbank’s underlying financial strength, institutional structure, and its … The post JP

The Ghana Cocoa Board (Cocobod) is currently unable to pay for cocoa it has purchased from farmers due to a breakdown in its traditional financing model, accumulated debt from undelivered cocoa contracts and sharp shifts in global cocoa prices, according to the Chief Executive of Cocobod, Dr Randy Abbey. Dr Abbey disclosed this during a […] The post Why Cocobod Can’t Pay Farmers –Randy Abbey

Legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Ebo Taylor has died at the age of 90, the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has announced. Taylor passed away early on Saturday, 7 February 2026 at the Saltpond Hospital, the Ghana Music Union said in a statement. MUSIGA president Bessa Simons said: “Ghana and indeed the world has lost a […] The post Ghanaian highlife maestro Ebo Taylor dies at 90 appeared

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the ghana cocoa board (COCOBOD) says it is working assiduously to resolve the delay in paying cocoa farmers for cocoa beans purchased from them through the licensed buying companies (LBCs). chief executive of the board, randy abbey, explained at a press conference in accra on friday that the challenge was occasioned by the slump in … The post COCOBOD working to pay farmers…CEO assures appeared

Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has heaped praise on Ibrahim Osman following the winger’s eye-catching performance in the 2–1 victory over Leicester City, a match that marked Osman’s third appearance for the club and his first goal in Birmingham colours. The Ghanaian attacker continues to make a strong early impression, quickly establishing himself as an […]

The recent international attention surrounding Ghana’s Fugu — the traditional smock from Northern Ghana — presents more than a fleeting cultural moment. It offers a rare convergence of diplomacy, fashion, heritage and global visibility. What began as a symbolic wardrobe choice by President John Mahama has evolved into a broader conversation across African diplomatic and […]

A forensic blueprint for truth, security, accountability In an era where crime has become increasingly mobile, digital and identity-driven, the ability to reliably establish who is who has become one of the most powerful tools in justice delivery. The book “Shadows of Identity: Justice Through Forensic Biometrics,” co-authored by Dr L. K. Acheampong, Dr S. … The post Shadows of Identity:

Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has said that as Africa advances implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area, one truth has become increasingly clear: Trade agreements alone do not create trade. She said payments make trade possible. Without secure, affordable, and reliable means of transferring value, the promise […]

The Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has announced the introduction of a shift court system comprising morning and afternoon sittings as part of measures to decongest the courts and ease pressure on the country’s prisons. He said the new system, which would complement existing Saturday courts, was aimed at improving case disposal rates and reducing … The post Chief Justice

Former presidential staffer Dennis Miracles Aboagye has said that assurances given to cocoa farmers by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr Randy Abbey, are not inspiring. Mr Aboagye noted that the cocoa challenges began in November 2025, yet the COCOBOD CEO is still offering assurances in February 2026 instead of […]

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito has dismissed calls for his removal, insisting that demands for his sacking are premature.The former Dreams FC coach has faced mounting pressure following a streak of inconsistent performances this season, with Kotoko currently sitting fifth in the Ghana Premier League, having amassed 35 points from 21 matches.The Porcupine Warriorsâ?? struggles continued on Sunday as they were eliminated from the FA Cup by Aduana FC.After a goalless draw in

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has welcomed several new additions to the Black Starsâ?? technical team, aiming to strengthen the squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Communications Director Henry Asante Twum highlighted that the appointments are part of the associationâ??s strategy to ensure the team achieves its objectives on the world stage.The new team members include Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren and Alain Ravera as assistant coaches, Jose Daniel Martinez

Over fifteen thousand Ghanaians die from cancer each year, according to Globocan, a specialized cancer data platform under the World Health Organization. The figures continue to raise alarm among health professionals and policy makers, as calls grow for wider access to diagnosis, treatment, and preventive education across the country. Concern over the rising burden of […]

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has defended its decision to bolster the Black Starsâ?? technical team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.On January 6, the GFA announced a series of strategic appointments, including Alain Ravera and Kim Lars Bjorkegren as assistant coaches, Jose Daniel Martinez Alfonso as scout and video analyst, Carlos Lozano Romero as team physiotherapist, and Dwayne Peasah Paa Kwesi as performance coach.According to the Association, these additions