The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has presented 10 Nissan Navara Pickups to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), aimed at strengthening surveillance, improving rapid response, and enhancing the Commission’s overall operational capacity in the fight against organised crime. According to the Minister, the government has stepped up its support to the NACOC as part […]

THE President, John Dramani Mahama, will pay a three-day State visit to the Republic of Zambia from February 4 to 6, 2026, at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema. A statement, signed by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, said President Mahama will be accompanied by his wife and First … The post Pres Mahama to pay 3-day

GHANA is on course to achieve the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) 2030 targets for the elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), having already eliminated three diseases and making steady progress in reducing the burden of others. Dr Joseph Kwadwo Larbi Opare, NTDs Programme Manager at the Ghana Health Service (GHS), told The Ghanaian Times in … The post Ghana on track

EFFORTS to promote large-scale and commercial agriculture in Ghana are set to receive a major boost as the World Bank prepares to inject $1 billion into the sector. The support, under the Large Scale Agriculture Programme (LAP), is aimed at promoting commercial farming and enhancing the country’s agricultural productivity. • Dr Ato Forson (right) and … The post Enhancing

Former Black Stars coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor has revealed that he would actively encourage his sons to represent Ghana at the senior level if the opportunity arises.Akonnorâ??s elder son, Charles Jesaja Herrmann, 25, recently joined German lower-division side FC Bocholt, while his younger son, Charles Kwablan Herrmann, has signed with Belgian top-flight club Cercle Brugge.In an interview with Graphic Sports, Akonnor described his younger sonâ??s move to Belgium as a key

Asante Kotoko coach Karim Zito says he is targeting winning the Premier League and FA Cup titles in the ongoing 2025/26 football season.The Porcupine Warriors have been struggling and currently sit 5th on the Premier League log with 35 points after 21 games played, with eight points separating them and league leaders, Medeama SC.However, Kotoko will face Aduana FC in the FA Cup Round of 16 games this weekend at the Baba Yara Stadium.Speaking ahead of the game, Zito emphasized

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has made it clear that his team cannot afford to slip up against Aduana FC in their upcoming MTN FA Cup Round of 16 clash.Zitoâ??s comments follow a disappointing 3â??1 defeat to Heart of Lions last Saturday at the Kpando Sports Stadium in Matchday 21 of the Ghana Premier League.The former Black Satellites coach reiterated his ambition to secure a season double, targeting both the league title and the FA Cup, stressing that his side

VfL Wolfsburg Sporting Director Pirmin Schwegler beleives the acquisition of Jonas Adjetey will positively impact their squad. The Ghana international joined teh German club on transfer deadline day from Swiss side FC Basel.Adjetey has signed a deal until 2030.Speaking to the club website after the signing of the 22-year-old, Schwegler expressed confidence in the Black Stars defenderâ??s ability to excel with the team.â??At Basel, he proved himself both in the league

Ghana defender Jonas Adjetey has sealed a move to German Bundesliga outfit VfL Wolfsburg, voicing excitement and resolve as he begins the next chapter of his career.The 22-year-old centre-back completed the switch from Swiss giants FC Basel on transfer deadline day, putting pen to paper on a contract that will keep him at the club until 2030.Speaking to Wolfsburgâ??s official website, Adjetey described the move as a significant milestone in his development.â??It means a lot

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Rates on domestic Treasury bills softened last week, stopping a five-week upward trend as strong investor demand combined with recent monetary policy easing to drive renewed yield compression across the curve. The auction was heavily oversubscribed by 144 percent, with total bids of            GH¢17.11billion against an […] The post Strong

South African singer Tyla has won her second Grammy, beating four others, including three Nigerian artists, to take the Best African Music Performance award. The 24-year-old won for her song Push 2 Start, which was preferred over tracks by Ayra Starr, Burna Boy and Davido, as well as Ugandan singer Eddy Kenzo. Tyla bagged the […] The post South African singer Tyla edges out Davido to

Ace Artiste and Dancer, Slim Buster has warned upcoming artistes against relying on financial support from women, citing potential personal and career consequences in the music industry. Ghanaian musician Slim Buster has urged emerging artists to exercise caution when accepting financial support from women, warning that such arrangements can carry serious personal and career-related consequences. […] The post Slim

Celebrated Gospel musician Joe Mettle has announced his decision to stay away from the Telecel Ghana Music Awards for a year. What this means is that the Artiste will not submit for nomination, nor will he be a part of anything concerning the awards scheme. In an interview on Hitz FM, he disclosed that he […] The post Joe Mettle takes break from TGMA appeared first on The

Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Abeiku Santana Aggrey, has defended the decision to grant a Ghanaian passport to American social media influencer IShowSpeed, describing it as a deliberate and strategic move to promote tourism and investment in the country. In an interview onJoyNews, Abeiku Santana expressed surprise at public criticism […] The post IShowSpeed’s

An Iranian man who was detained in connection to anti-government protests and reportedly sentenced to death has been released on bail, according to a rights group and Iranian state media. Erfan Soltani, 26, was arrested last month as demonstrations roiled the country, sparking a violent crackdown by authorities. He was detained on January 10 at his home […] The post Iranian

Palestinians have started to enter the Rafah border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt after it reopened for the movement of people. The crossing has largely been closed since May 2024, when the Gazan side was captured by Israeli forces. The reopening was supposed to happen during the first phase of US President Donald […] The post Israel reopens Gaza’s key Rafah border crossing

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE An environmental and fisheries governance civil society organisation, the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF), has recommended that government fully implement principles of the Global Charter for Fisheries Transparency – especially on vessel information in the country’s marine space. The organisation said it is imperative for authorities, including the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture […] The post EJF

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is set to review provisions of GIPC Act, 2013 (Act 865) as part of measures to protect local investors and expand employment opportunities for Ghanaians, particularly in the retail sector. Head of the GIPC Ashanti Zonal Office, Michael Okyere, disclosed this during an interview with […] The post GIPC Act

By Evelyn ARTHUR, Tema TDC Ghana Limited has declared a dividend of GH¢3million for the 2024 financial year, reflecting a strong improvement in revenue, profitability and balance-sheet performance. Revenue rose by 33.67 percent to GH¢130.96million in 2024, up from GH¢97.97million in the previous year. The proposed dividend is subject to shareholder approval. Speaking at the company’s […] The post TDC

The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) has awarded an honorary doctorate to businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama in recognition of his contributions to mining, construction, indigenous enterprise development and national service. The degree was conferred at UMaT’s 18th Special Congregation, held on Saturday, and attended by university officials, faculty members, graduates, and guests. President […] The post UMaT