Illegal mining in Ghana has evolved beyond environmental destruction into a complex political, economic and security ecosystem that increasingly shapes control over land, labour and community authority, the Commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) has warned. Speaking at the Ashanti Regional Validation and Dialogue Workshop on the Safety and Security Ecosystem […]

Kyle Walker, defender of Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup opponent, England, has announced his retirement from international football, just months before the start of the tournament.The experienced defender made the decision roughly three months before the tournament, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.BREAKING: Kyle Walker has announced his retirement from international football after earning 96 caps for England �󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

The Mortuaries and Funeral Facilities Agency (MoFFA) has shut down the Enchi Government Hospital mortuary and the Agyapa Funeral Home in the Aowin Municipality of the Western Region. This comes after inspections uncovered operational conditions considered unsafe for the preservation of human remains and the protection of staff and surrounding communities. The action forms part […]

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka has officially declared his commitment to represent Austria at the international level.The decision makes the 22-year-old eligible to feature for Austria in their upcoming international friendly against Ghanaâ??s Black Stars scheduled for March 27.Chukwuemeka, who is currently on loan at Borussia Dortmund from Chelsea, previously represented England at the youth level before opting to switch his international allegiance to Austria.Although

The General Secretary of the Industrial and commercial workers union, ICU has called for renewed commitment to advancing the rights and opportunities of women and girls across all sectors of society. Speaking during a commemoration of the International Women’s Day, Mr Morgan Ayawine said women remain indispensable to social and economic development but continue to […]

Hohoe United duo Maxwell Agyemang and Francis Odoom have been named in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League Team of the Week (ToTW) after starring in the teamâ??s Week 25 victory over league leaders Medeama SC.The pair played key roles as Hohoe United produced a strong display to defeat Medeama, earning recognition for their contributions in the latest Team of the Week selection.Agyemang was included among the defenders after delivering a solid performance at the back to help his

The international pressure now surrounding Ghana’s gold policy is remarkable not because foreign governments are expressing concern—that is routine whenever major resource contracts are threatened—but because of how unusually coordinated that concern has become. When the United States, China, and several Western governments all signal discomfort at the same moment, seasoned observers of African political […]

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced that from end of March, planned power disruptions will occur to facilitate the installation of 1,500 new transformers across the country. The initiative is aimed at reducing network overload and minimizing frequent outages. The announcement was made during the launch of the Electricity […]

The Ministry of Finance has pledged to ensure that individuals implicated in the misuse of public funds are held accountable following the release of the Auditor-General’s Department report on government arrears and payables as of the end of 2024. According to the Ministry, the report has been formally referred to the Attorney-General’s Department for further […]

As of March 2026, Ghana’s economy is once again navigating turbulent waters as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt global energy markets. With the conflict between US-led forces and Iran threatening the strategic Strait of Hormuz, global oil prices are spiking. This issue poses a complex challenge to the nation’s financial and economic […]

The Bono East Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of the Queen mother of Abamba near Amantin in the Atebubu area of the Bono East Region. Police in a statement on March 10, 2026 said the suspects, Rafiu Haruna, Muftawu Adamu, and Michael Owusu Spermi, were arrested through an […]

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has opened up about his journey with the national team, describing his current role as the fulfillment of a lifelong dream that he never imagined would include the captaincy.Speaking in an interview with Asempa FM, the Leicester City forward reflected on his longevity and unexpected rise to leadership within the squad.Ayew, who has become a cornerstone of Ghanaâ??s attack, admitted that leading the four-time African champions was never a personal

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has credited a unified team spirit for the Black Stars' successful quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that collective effort was the catalyst for their triumph.In an interview with Asempa FM, Ayew reflected on the arduous journey the national team faced during the qualifying campaign.The veteran striker, who led the side to the top of Group I, emphasized that their success was not the result of individual brilliance but a synchronized

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has issued a powerful rallying cry to his teammates and the nation, calling for unwavering focus and belief as Ghana intensifies preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking during an interview with Asempa FM, the Leicester City forward emphasized that success on the global stage will depend on the squad's mental fortitude and preparation."We need to prepare ourselves and believe," Ayew stated. "When we go out there to perform,

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has issued a powerful rallying cry to the nation, urging Ghanaians to â??start dreamingâ?? of a historic run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking during an interview with Asempa FM, the Leicester City forward emphasized that while the team has the talent to succeed, a collective belief is essential for their journey in the United States, Canada, and Mexico."We should start dreaming and go as far as we can," Ayew stated. "Winning

The Ghana Police Service is on a manhunt for a gang of robbers who shot and killed two people and injured two others at Fufulso junction in the Savannah Region. A statement by the police said security has since been intensified in the Fufulso township and surrounding communities, and an intelligence-led operation is currently underway […]

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has voiced opposition to making significant changes to the Black Stars squad, insisting that the current group of players has earned the right to lead the nation into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking to Asempa FM, the veteran forward praised the resilience of the team following a successful qualification campaign.Despite the teamâ??s failure to reach the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Ayew believes the squad has turned a corner under head coach Otto Addo,

Two Police officers have died in a motorbike accident at Ofoase in the Ofoase-Ayirebi District of the Eastern Region. The officers who were off duty, ran into a stationary tricycle while returning from Ayirebi, where they had gone to purchase chicken. Preliminary reports indicate one of the victims was riding the motorbike, while the other […]

The management of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has refuted claims that it cannot refine Ghana’s locally produced crude oil. The management maintains that they have the facilities, fully capable of processing crude from the country’s oil fields. Corporate Affairs Officer Godwin Mahama Ayaba on Monday March 9 said that the refinery was specifically designed […]

Former Greater Accra Minister Daniel Titus-Glover is criticising the NDC for cosmetic economic policies and rising utility tariffs despite favourable economic indicators.