King Mohammed VI has granted royal pardons to 19,673 individuals on the occasion of Throne Day, marking the 26th anniversary of his accession to the throne. According to a statement Read More... The post Morocco: 19,673 Convicts Receive Royal Pardon

Ambassador Emmanuel O. Darko, former Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cooperative Credit Unions Association (CUA) and current Goodwill Ambassador of the African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations (ACCOSCA), has been awarded the 2025 Distinguished Service Award by the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU). The award, presented at the World Credit Union […] The post Amb.

Hohoe United are in advanced negotiations to secure the services of Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Kwesi Nketiah on loan ahead of the 2025/26 season.The Volta Region-based club are keen to strengthen their squad as they prepare for life in the top-flight and see the 23-year-old shot stopper as a promising addition. Nketiah made only three appearances for the Phobians last season, spending much of the campaign either on the bench or omitted from the matchday squad.However, Hearts of Oak

In Ghanaâ??s gritty lower league football scene, rising talent Rich Sowah Laryea is carving out his path with grit and determination.Born on August 24, 2008, in the bustling suburbs of Accra, Rich grew up in a modest neighborhood where football was more than just a game it was hope. With a ball often made from tied-up plastic bags and bare feet for boots, Richâ??s love for the sport sparked before he even turned five.His role as a defensive midfielder didnâ??t come by chance.

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has described the Black Queens' bronze medal finish at the 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as a defining moment in the journey of womenâ??s football in Ghana.Speaking during the teamâ??s courtesy call on the Presidency at the Jubilee House, Okraku thanked President John Dramani Mahama and Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang for their sustained support for Ghana football. He said the

President John Dramani Mahama has lauded the Black Queens for their historic performance at the 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), describing their bronze medal triumph as a symbol of national pride and progress.Speaking at the Jubilee House on Tuesday during a courtesy call by the team, President Mahama commended the players for their discipline, dedication, and the unity they displayed on the continental stage.The Queens, led by CAF 2nd Vice President and GFA President

Minority Leader in Parliament, Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has praised the Black Queens for their outstanding performance at the 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), describing the teamâ??s bronze medal finish as a moment of national pride.Speaking at a brief ceremony held at Parliament House in Accra, Afenyo-Markin led the Minority Caucus in presenting a GHS100,000 cash donation to the Black Queens and their technical team. The gesture, he said, was to acknowledge

Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Andrew Asiamah Amoako, has praised the Black Queens for their inspiring performance at the 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), describing them as â??national heroines.â?The remarks were made during a courtesy visit by the team to Parliament on Tuesday, following their bronze medal finish in Moroccoâ??Ghanaâ??s first WAFCON podium placement in nearly a decade. Led by head coach Nora Häuptle (Kim) and captain

President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama has pledged to provide unwavering support to the domestic football governing body (GFA) in their day-to-day activities.His comment stem from the Black Queens recent performance at the just ended 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations, held in Morocco, where Nigeria emerged as the champions.On Tuesday, a delegation led by the President of the Ghana FA, Kurt Okraku and the Black Queens called on President Mahama following the teams Bronze winning

The current President of Ivory Coast, Alassane Ouattara, aged 83, has officially announced his intention to run for a fourth term in the upcoming presidential election scheduled for October 25, 2025. Ouattara who was re-elected for a contested third term in 2020 had previously said he would like to step down. But in a brief […]

By Richard A. WIAFE Private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) have become increasingly vital instruments for financing high-growth enterprises, especially in regions where traditional financial intermediation remains underdeveloped or exclusionary. In many developing economies, access to long-term capital through conventional banking systems is often limited by stringent collateral requirements, high interest rates, and short […] The post Private

  The Court of Appeal has granted William Ato Essien, founder of the defunct Capital Bank, a GH?10 million bail with two sureties pending his appeal. This follows a campaign Read More... The post Court Of Appeal Grants Ato Essien GH?10m Bail

Reading captain Andy Yiadom is set to rejoin training this week as the Royals prepare for their League One curtain-raiser against Lincoln City on Saturday.The 32-year-old full-back signed a new contract over the summer, committing to an eighth season at the club. With his 250th appearance on the horizon, Yiadom remains a key figure in Noel Huntâ??s plans, both on and off the pitch.However, his pre-season involvement has been limited. Yiadom featured for just one half during the

The Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST) is embarking on a transformative energy initiative, which seeks to roll out solar power systems across its key fuel depots as part of a broader green transition strategy. The move, which aligns with Ghana’s Energy Transition Framework, is expected to significantly cut operational costs, reduce emissions, and […]

The Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr Bryan Acheampong, has filed an emergency motion in Parliament, calling for urgent action to address what he describes as a national security crisis, with particular focus on the prolonged conflict in Bawku. The motion, filed under Parliament’s Standing Orders 110 to 113, is expected to trigger a half […] The post Bryan

The former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong has officially declared his intention to contest for the 2026 presidential primary of the party, saying he is “the most viable candidate” to lead the party back to its roots and restore hope to a disillusioned Ghanaian populace. Addressing the Media at his […] The post I’m

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaâ??s Interior Minister, Muntaka Mubarak, to prioritise sportsmen and women during security services recruitment exercises.The President made this appeal during a meeting with officials of the Ghana Football Association and members of the Black Queens at Jubilee House.The engagement followed Ghanaâ??s third-place finish at the 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco â?? the countryâ??s first medal at

By Peter Martey AGBEKO For over three decades, a powerful bond of friendship, philanthropy, and quiet service has existed between the people of Ghana and the family of Greek shipowner Captain Panagiotis N. Tsakos. What began as a commercial maritime relationship in the early 1980s has grown into a remarkable legacy of compassion, education, and […] The post Three Generations,

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has noted that though the local currency, the Cedi is performing well against major world currencies, its purchasing power continues to decline indicating weaker economic fundamentals driven by the current administration’s strategies. At a news conference in Accra yesterday, which was jointly addressed by the Mohammed Amin Andam, Ranking Member, […] The post Purchasing

The management of the Forestry Commission (FC) has expressed dismay over the forcible closure of its District Offices at Bekwai, Nkawie and Offinso, all in the Ashanti Region, on Monday, July 28, 2025 by a group of 20 masked and heavily-armed men, claiming to be operatives from the National Security (NS). A statement issued on […] The post Forestry Commission condemns