The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG ) has proposed a 224 percent increase in its Distribution Service Charge over the 2025–2030 tariff period. At a stakeholder meeting with the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) on Monday, September 8, 2025, ECG justified that proposed upward increment, citing the need to restore financial viability and sustain operations. […]

Ghana coach Otto Addo has cautioned against complacency despite their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. The Black Stars, after a disappointing draw against Chad last week, returned to winning ways with a hard-fought 1-0 win against Mali in the Matchday 8 games in the qualifiers on Monday night at the Accra Sports Stadium, with Alexander Djiku scoring the only goal of the game in the second half.The senior national team now sit at the top of Group I with 19 points

President of Ghana's football federation, Kurt Okraku has penned a heartfelt message to the supporters of the Black Stars following the victory over Mali. The Black Stars edged their West African rivals 1-0, courtesy an Alexander Djiku strike, to inch close to another World Cup under the FA boss' administration.Fans of the senior national team came out in numbers to rally behind the team despite the disappointing draw in Chad four days earlier.In a heartfelt message

Scottish championship side Dunfermline Athletic have unveiled Ghanaian defender Nurudeen Abdulai. The 21-year-old joined Dunfermline Athletic on a three-year deal from former Ghana Premier League champions Medeama SC last week.However, he had to wait to travel to Scotland after the approval of his visa and international clearance.The versatile guardsman will wear the number 18 jersey at Dunfermline."Our latest signing, Nurudeen Abdulai, has arrived at KDM Group East End

The Public Interest Accountability Committee (PIAC) has raised concerns with work progress and quality of infrastructure delivery in the Eastern and Northern regions of the country. These projects carried out in the Yendi and Mion districts of the Northern region and Asuogyaman and Upper ManyaKrobo districts of the Eastern region have been hindered by poor […] The post PIAC

  The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has submitted a proposal for a massive 225% increase in its Distribution Service Charge (DSC1). If approved by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission Read More... The post ECG Demands 225% Tariff Increase appeared first on DailyGuide

Head of Research at the central bank, Dr. Philip Abradu-Otoo, has decried criticism from sections of the business community following the cedi’s recent appreciation against major trading currencies. While speaking on a touring assignment at the University of Cape Coast, Dr. Abradu-Otoo revealed that the central bank must carefully manage currency movements to balance economic […] The post Editorial:

Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has praised the Black Stars following their narrow but crucial 1–0 victory over Mali in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Monday evening at the Accra Sports Stadium. Speaking after the game, Kofi Adams commended the players for securing the much-needed three points, stressing that the […]

A dawn fire has gutted parts of European Town in Sekondi-Takoradi, destroying several wooden structures including a popular brothel and nearby shops. The fire, which broke out around 5:30 a.m. is said to have started from one of the brothel structures before spreading rapidly to adjoining facilities. According to eyewitnesses, the wooden nature of the […]

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has charged the Black Stars to aim at playing in the final of the 2026 World Cup should they qualify. Ghana strengthened their chances of qualifying for the Mundial next year following a hard-fought 1-0 win over Mali on Monday night at the Accra Sports Stadium after a frustrating 1-1 draw against Chad last week.The win mean the four-time African champions now extend their lead in Group I to 19 points with Otto Addo and his charges

The Dangote Group, Africa’s largest industrial conglomerate, has revealed advanced plans to establish a sugar factory in Ghana; a move poised to significantly reduce the country’s $162 million annual sugar import bill. According to the Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina such initiatives will spotlight how African industry is scaling across borders, powering […] The post Proposed

The initiative, spearheaded by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), aims to elevate the continent’s cultural industries by connecting creatives with investors, buyers, and policy makers. With a dynamic blend of exhibitions, performances, and business forums, CANEX is positioning itself as the continent’s premier platform for creative enterprise. CANEX at IATF 2025 is drawing thousands of […] The post CANEX

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo delivered a compelling inaugural address at the opening ceremony of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025, currently underway in Algiers, Algeria. Speaking to a packed auditorium of policymakers, entrepreneurs, and trade experts from across the continent, Obasanjo recounted the transformative journey of intra-African trade since the fair’s inception, celebrating its […] The post Obasanjo

Afreximbank has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by backing key reforms in tariff liberalisation, infrastructure development and logistics. All the reforms it said were seen as central to unlocking the continent’s border markets. Speaking at a panel discussion at the on-going Intra-African Trade Fai here yesterday  on the … The post IATF2025:

The Medical and Dental Council (MDC) has so far arrested at least four people for posing as medical practitioners and operating with­out licences this year. This followed routine checks and special assurance monitoring exercise embarked upon by the council across the country. The Registrar of the council, Dr Divine N. Banyubala, told the press in … The post 4 arrested by MDC for practising without

 Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe Abronye, also known as Abronye DC, says his life is under threat and seeks protection from embassies and high commissions in Ghana. The politician, in letter pub­lished across social media, said the threats against him had been escalated and feared it might end his … The post Abronye DC seeks refuge from embassies,

On Tuesday, September 9, the Cedi was buying at 12.0440 to a Dollar and selling at 12.0560 per the rate from the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The Pound was buying at 16.3148 and selling at 16.3323. The Euro was buying at 14.1535 and selling at 14.1663. These rates indicate a further depreciation of the Cedi […]

 The Royal Akua Korang Akwamu Abrade Family of Asamankese, Eastern Region, has appealed to the government to help bring finality to ongoing chieftaincy disputes over the Asamankese stool. According to the family, it was concerned about the conduct of some persons who were not from the Akwamu Abrade lineage, yet parading and purporting to be … The post Asamankese