A recent study published in SN Business & Economics (2025) reveals that Ghanaians are more likely to buy local rice when they’re passionate about it and it’s easily accessible. The research explores the complex relationship between passion and purchase behavior, providing valuable insights for marketers and policymakers. When Love Meets Local Rice Ghanaians who have […]

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has described the teamâ??s performance against Heart of Lions on Sunday as one of the worst he has seen since the start of the 2025/26 football season. The Porcupine Warriors faced off with Lions over the weekend in a Week 21 fixture of the Ghana Premier League campaign.In a four-goal thriller played at the Kpando Sports Stadium, Heart of Lions thumped Asante Kotoko 3-1 to amass all three points.Speaking ahead of Kotokoâ??s upcoming

Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) Ltd [GTBank] is set to expand its nationwide footprint with the opening of its branch at Ahodwo in Kumasi, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to bringing convenient, innovative and customer-focused banking services closer to its customers. The new Ahodwo Branch, located at Plot No. 15, Block “O”, Ahodwo, close to Atinga Junction, […] The post GTBank opens 41st

Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) Ltd [GTBank] is set to expand its nationwide footprint with the opening of its branch at Ahodwo in Kumasi, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to bringing convenient, innovative and customer-focused banking services closer to its customers. The new Ahodwo Branch, located at Plot No. 15, Block “O”, Ahodwo, close to Atinga Junction, […] The post GTBank opens branch at

EL, an award-winning rapper and producer from Ghana, has advised artistes not to go into record label deals without adequate knowledge and expert advice. In an interview on Accra-based Hitz FM, Tuesday, the musician described signing record deals without giving it much thought “savage” and strongly encouraged talented musicians to stay clear of such blunders. […]

Shops and homes were torched in an attack on two villages in the western state of Kwara, a lawmaker says.

Egyptian officials have been appointed to handle the Futsal Africa Cup of Nations second-leg qualifier between Zambia and Ghana.Ahmed Gamal Abdelmoneim Mohamed Elabbasi will take charge as centre referee, with fellow Egyptians Ahmed Hamdi Abdelhalim Mohamed and Mabrouk Nabil Abdelatty Zidan serving as his assistants. Ismael Awaleh Hared of Djibouti has been named Reserve Assistant Referee, while Abdelsalam Mohamed Abdou Tarek will act as the Time Keeper.Match supervision duties

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has inspected the Gold Coast Refinery, signalling Ghana’s push to end raw gold exports and deepen value addition in the mining sector.

The UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, has announced the commercial rollout of its next-generation mobile communications satellite, Thuraya-4, in South Africa. The commercial availability of Thuraya, a subsidiary of Space42, marks the company’s first operational presence in the country and a major step in expanding secure, reliable satellite connectivity to one of Africa’s […] The post Space42

By Sanjeev Mansotra Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its education journey. Across Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda and other countries across the continent are working to improve their domestic education systems. However, pressures stretch across the entire system, threatening the very heart of education. UNICEF warns that six million more children may be […] The post An

The Vice President, Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has stressed the need for Africa to unite. She said failure to do so will delay the attainment of the laudable objectives of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. “We must continue to interrogate the borders. Africa must unite. This is not about erasing sovereignty. It […]

President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, arrived in Lusaka, Zambia, for a three-day visit at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart President Hakainde Hichilema. President Mahama, who is being accompanied by his wife, the First Lady Lordina Dramani Mahama, was met on arrival by President Hichilema at the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport […]

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has received a delegation from Hwaseong, South Korea, led by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), as part of efforts to strengthen trade, investment and industrial cooperation between Ghana and South Korean companies. The engagement focused on expanding partnerships that will position Ghana more prominently within global value […]

“Water obtained by begging does not quench thirst.” – African proverb For many Ghanaians, the mention of ‘Silicon Valley’ or ‘Shenzhen’ gets us wondering when Ghana will channel her energy into building such a technological hub. We seem to be waiting for a massive factory or a government-led tech city to save us. But if […] The post The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo

The Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has strongly defended government’s proposal to reform Ghana’s legal education system, insisting that the planned changes are aimed at improving quality while expanding access in line with constitutional requirements. A new bill to decentralise legal education in the country is in the offing. The bill, once passed, would move […]

The Western Naval Command (WNC) has seized 75 gallons of suspected diesel fuel during an intelligence-led operation at the Sekondi Fishing Harbour on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. The operation followed intelligence received by the Command at about 0830 hours regarding an ongoing fuel transaction at the harbour. Acting swiftly on the information, the Command Operations […]

As the global race for Artificial Intelligence (AI) supremacy accelerates, Ghana and Africa stand at a pivotal crossroads. No longer just a consumer of technology, the continent is poised to become a shaper of it. Leading this charge is Ghana, where the convergence of visionary government policy, robust private sector investment, and a burgeoning civil … The post Ghana

By Ezekiel Adu Mensah Across offices, factories and campuses, millions earn a salary every month yet remain financially strained. The paradox is familiar: regular income, constant pressure. It raises a hard question. Why does earning money not translate into financial stability? The answer lies in a simple but uncomfortable truth. Income and money management are […] The post Episode

By Edward Boateng OPOKU A small episode at a cousin’s wedding recently reminded me why many car owners don’t truly understand the vehicles they drive, especially the drivetrain they paid extra for. It had rained heavily. The wedding venue’s designated car park was already waterlogged and soft underfoot. I volunteered to help with parking when […] The post What you need to know about

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that government is considering sending Ghanaian supporters to the FIFA World Cup, with the final number depending on funds raised through a newly established fundraising committee. Speaking on Asempa 94.7 FM in Accra, the Minister said the policy direction is now clear that Ghana should […]