Ghanaian sports journalists have been urged to take a lead role in tackling human trafficking in sport, particularly as athletes are increasingly being exploited with false promises of professional opportunities abroad.  The call was made at a media training session organised by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in Accra, where journalists were briefed by officials from anti-trafficking … The post Sports

France striker Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup after suffering a rupture of the Achilles tendon during Liverpool’s Champions League defeat by Paris St-Germain on Tuesday. Ekitike left the pitch at Anfield on a stretcher after slipping in the first half and Liverpool fear a long absence for the 23-year-old, which could also rule … The post Ekitike to miss rest of season, World Cup appeared

FARMERS along Ghana’s south-eastern coastal belt have called for increased support in irrigation and access to farm inputs to scale up vegetable production and strengthen the country’s food security. The farmers in Keta, Dzita, Anloga, and Aflao have, over the years, transformed sandy coastal lands into productive fields, contributing significantly to food supply, employment, and … The post Farmers

THE KGL Group of Companies has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible corporate citizenship and national development with the presentation of GH¢153 million in corporate income tax to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) at a tax compliance presentation held in Accra yesterday. KGL Group, Alex Apau Dadey, underscored the Group’s philosophy of long-term value creation and … The post KGL

THE Founder of Sweet Ambition Cakes and Pastries, Miss Doreenda Twumasi, has called on government agencies, private sector actors and development partners to increase support for vocational training and skills development to reduce unemployment. She said vocational education and skills training held the key to job creation and addressing unemployment. Miss Twumasi made the appeal … The post Govt

THE Government of Japan, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched three major initiatives aimed at strengthening peacebuilding, advancing artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, and accelerating digital transformation in Ghana’s public sector. The projects are “Towards achieving Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus in Bawku”, “Accelerating Public Sector Digital Transformation through Capacity Building”, and … The post

Porials Pitch 2026 makes its highly anticipated return—an event that has rapidly evolved from a social media-driven concept into one of the country  most influential retail gatherings. Set for Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Accra Mall (Ghud Park), the festival will open its doors at 8:00 AM, drawing a mix of bargain hunters, young entrepreneurs, … The post Deals, Crowds,

The Police have arrested two suspects, including the alleged gang leader, in connection with the robbery attack on the Berekum Chelsea football team that resulted in the death of one of the players. According to a Police update, the arrests were made after intelligence-led operations by security personnel. One of the suspects sustained gunshot wounds … The post Two arrested over robbery

President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Brazzaville to attend the investiture ceremony of Denis Sassou N’Guesso. The ceremony follows the re-election of President Sassou N’Guesso for another five year term as leader of the Republic of the Congo. President Mahama travelled to Brazzaville shortly after launching his Free Primary Healthcare Programme in Dodowa. He … The post Mahama

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC). The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs … The post MTN FA Cup Semi final and

Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026. Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee. The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at … The post Daniel Laryea leads officiating team for Aduana-Nations

The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has criticised the Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, over what he describes as selective enforcement of the law following the arrest of Baba Amando. Speaking on Metro TV today, he questioned why some individuals have not been invited by the police over … The post NPP General Secretary questions

The Chief Executive of Telecel Ghana, Ms Patricia Obo-Nai, has underscored the importance of continuous evolution in education to keep pace with changing industry demands and technological advancement. Speaking as the chairperson for the 2026 Public Lecture Series of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), on the theme: ‘Empowering Minds: Rethinking Education for Sustainable Development,’ … The post Education

GHANA has officially declared its first Marine Protected Area at Greater Cape Three Points, a move the government says will help restore fish stocks, protect marine life, and sustain livelihoods. The declaration was made on Monday at Busua in the Western Region by Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, who described the initiative as a major … The post Gov’t declares Marine Protected

AHEAD of the Ghana Taekwondo Federation (GTF) Elective Congress slated for this year, 15 top officials of the federation, made up of Executive Board members and Regional Associations chiefs, have endorsed the candidature of the current president, Mr Frederick Lartey Otu, for a third term. The endorsement was a consequence of a petition read by … The post GTF president Lartey Otu

THE Ghana Football Association (GFA) has presented five brand new Nissan pickup vehicles under the FIFA Forward Programme to two Regional Football Associations (RFAs) and key operational units of the association as part of the FIFA Forward programme, an initiative aimed at strengthening football development across the country. The Greater Accra and Northern Regional Football … The post GFA presents vehicles

MANCHESTER United centre back Harry Maguire will miss their Premier League match at Chelsea after receiving a one-match ban following a misconduct charge, the English Football Association said yesterday. The 33-year-old England international, who earlier this month signed a new contract extending his stay at Old Trafford until 2027, was charged after being sent off … The post Maguire to miss Chelsea trip

World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk said he should be allowed to do what he wants for once following criticism of his decision to put his WBC title on the line against Dutch kickboxer Rico Verhoeven. Usyk, who has not boxed since beating Britain’s Daniel Dubois at London’s Wembley Stadium last July, will face Verhoeven on … The post Usyk defends decision to fight kickboxer appeared

OUSMANE Dembélé struck twice to confirm Paris St Germain’s place in the Champions League semi-finals with a 2-0 victory over Liverpool on Tuesday, sealing a 4-0 aggregate win in their quarter-final tie at a rain-soaked Anfield. The holders soaked up sustained second-half pressure from Liverpool, who were roared on by a raucous home crowd, but … The post Dembélé double fires PSG into

GHANA is increasingly recognising the transformative potential of sports as a powerful tool for socio-economic development, youth empowerment, and national pride. gender equality, and enhancing health outcomes. According to a 2022 report by the United Nations Office on Sport for Development and Peace (UNOSDP), sports initiatives have contributed significantly to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), … The post Sports