The former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, is currently in the custody of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following concerns over his immigration status, his lawyers have disclosed. In a statement released on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, the law firm Minka-Premo, Osei Bonsu, Bruce Catlin & Partners explained that ICE’s action is strictly […]

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has spoken about the club's determined but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to keep star forward Antoine Semenyo, following what was likely the Ghanaian's final act in a Cherries shirt.Semenyo scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner to secure a 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night, before departing the pitch to a raucous ovation from the home supporters.In a poignant post-match reflection, Iraola acknowledged the imminent

Karela United are on the verge of securing the services of experienced Lesotho international attacking midfielder Tumelo Stephen Makha, with a deal expected to be finalised this week.The playmaker has already arrived in Tamale and has been training with the squad, where his performances have reportedly made a strong impression on the club's technical team.The 26-year-old midfielder brings significant experience, having recently been a key player for South African side Black

Mario Balotelli has agreed a two-and-a-half-year contract with Al Ittifaq, marking another chapter in the remarkable career of one of Italyâ??s most enigmatic forwards.At 35, the former Azzurri striker is set to resume competitive football in the UAE league, underlining his determination to extend a journey that has taken him across Europe and beyond.According to reports from AS, Balotelli will be officially unveiled by the Dubai-based club next Saturday, January 10.The move

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has invited investors to inject their funds into Ghana’s economy through the Centre. The GIPC made the call in view of the stronger macroeconomic outlook and easing inflation. “With a stronger macroeconomic outlook and easing inflation, Ghana offers a stable and predictable environment for investors. Explore investment opportunities today […]

Former Bibiani GoldStars striker Augustine Ronald Frimpong has completed his transfer to FC AshantiGold.The experienced attacker arrived in Obuasi to finalise the deal, signing a contract that commits him to the Miners for the remainder of the current Ghana Premier League season.Frimpong's signature represents a significant coup for AshantiGold, who faced stiff competition for the player's services.The 33-year-old forward was a reported target for multiple top-flight clubs,

As Ghana enters 2026, there is a growing recognition that our health system and our personal health decisions must shift focus. For decades, health has been something we respond to after illness strikes. But the future demands a different approach: health creation, not just health repair. A meaningful 2026 Health Reset does not require complex […]

Mr Angel Carbonu has officially stepped down as President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), ending a long journey in union leadership with a strong call on organised labour to rethink its approach in dealing with what he described as increasingly “sophisticated governments.” Speaking at a handing-over ceremony to mark the transition on […]

German Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund have officially announced plans to launch their first football academy on the African continent in Ghana, with operations set to commence in February 2026.The BVB International Academy Ghana will offer structured football training and development programmes for young boys and girls aged six to 18.According to club officials, the academy will adhere to Borussia Dortmund's renowned football philosophy, placing a strong emphasis on high-performance

The Interim Management Committee (IMC) of Asante Kotoko Sporting Club has ushered in the New Year by extending heartfelt appreciation to its corporate partners and signalling openness to new strategic alliances.In a goodwill message, the committee, led by Chairman Nana Apinkra Akwasi Awua, specifically acknowledged the steadfast support of key sponsors over the past year.The IMC highlighted several companies for their significant contributions to the club's progress, naming

Nashville SC defender Maxwell Woledzi has outlined his clear pathway to achieving a lifelong dream: earning a call-up to the Ghanaian national team.The 24-year-old, who recently completed a move from Norwegian club Fredrikstad FK to Major League Soccer, says his focus is now firmly on club performance to attract the attention of Black Stars selectors.In an exclusive interview, Woledzi confirmed that representing Ghana has been a constant ambition since his early days in European

Nashville SC defender Maxwell Woledzi has opened up about his long-standing ambition to represent Ghana at the international level, stating his desire to play for the Black Stars is a deeply held dream, not a newfound goal.Following his high-profile transfer from Norwegian club Fredrikstad FK to Major League Soccer, the 24-year-old revealed that the aspiration has been with him since the early stages of his career in Europe."Iâ??ve been wanting to play for the Black Stars

The Minority in Parliament has demanded that the government provides a full update on investigations into the fatal El Wak Stadium stampede, which claimed multiple lives during a recruitment exercise for job seekers. Speaking at a press conference in Accra on January 8, the Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei said Ghanaians have a right to […]

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Michel Nkuka Mboladinga stood motionless throughout DR Congo's Afcon matches in tribute to Patrice Lumumba.

John Bennett, Isaac Fanin and guests look ahead to Mali v Senegal and Cameroon v Morocco.

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust has approved a 10 percent pension indexation for 2026, lifting the minimum monthly pension and skewing gains toward low-income retirees as it seeks to balance social protection with the long-term sustainability of the fund. The decision, taken in consultation with the National Pensions Regulatory Authority and in line […] The post SSNIT

The Retired National Footballers Association of Ghana (RENFAG) Oldies League enters its Champions League stages with eight teams battling for the title as the ultimate league champions for the 2025/2026 season. Winners and runners-up in all four zones will pitch their strength against each other on a knockout basis, with the winners moving on. Jonathan … The post La Salem face

The organisers of a professional women's tournament which has gone viral because of a wildcard player's poor performance acknowledge she should not have been allowed to play.

The Ghana National Cocoa Farmers Association (GNACOFA), in collaboration with the Africa for Glory Agenda, officially launched the maiden edition of the Cocoa Cup Soccer Tournament on Wednesday, November 26. The tournament, set to take place in Brazil in March 2027, aims to unite clubs from both cocoa-producing and cocoa-consuming countries, promoting the theme “Youth-Led […]