The proposal would extend Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years and scrap direct presidential elections.

Lionel Messi's family has confirmed father Jorge is recovering from a "health-related situation" and has asked for privacy amid speculation.

Thirty-five people have been killed after gunmen attacked Niger's largest airport in Niamey, with Al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM claiming responsibility.

Tunisia's Group F clash against Japan on Friday at Monterrey Stadium will be the 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history.The milestone comes during the expanded 2026 tournament, which features 48 teams, 104 matches and is being hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States.Romanian referee Istvan Kovacs has been appointed to officiate the historic fixture. He will be assisted by Ferencz Tunyogi and Mihai Marica, while Costa Ricans Juan Calderón and Juan Carlos Mora

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Luca Zidane made his FIFA World Cup debut for Algeria on Tuesday, becoming part of the 27th father-son duo to feature at the tournament.The 28-year-old goalkeeper followed in the footsteps of his father, Zinedine Zidane, who represented France at the 1998, 2002 and 2006 World Cups, winning the title on home soil in 1998.Despite the milestone, it was a difficult debut for Luca as Algeria were beaten 3-0 by Argentina, with Lionel Messi scoring all three goals.The Zidanes are only

A massive celebration erupted on Wednesday night after Ghana secured a dramatic victory over Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L match played in Toronto, Canada. The jubilant scenes followed a spirited performance by the Black Stars, who left it late to snatch a crucial goal through Caleb Yirenkyi and keep alive their … The post Panama down, bring on England! …fans call after

Caleb Yirenkyi bundled in the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, to send thousands of Ghanaians in Canada into a frenzy. Caleb Yirenkyi dribble past Jose cordoba Marvin Senaya in a tussle for the ball with Jose Luis Rodriguez In attendance was Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku Agyeman, to cheer … The post Ghana pip Panama

Coca-Cola on Wednesday officially launched its FIFA World Cup 26™ campaign in Ghana with an electrifying Watch Party for Ghana’s opening match against Panama, at the Coca-Cola Experience Zone at the Ghud Park, Accra Mall. Dubbed “Feel It All,” the event brought together media practitioners, influencers, Ghana Supporters Union and passionate football fans from all … The post Coca-Cola kicks

Real Madrid have signed France defender Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer, the LaLiga club ?said on Thursday, securing the centre back on a deal until June 2030. The 27-year-old, currently at the World Cup with France, joins from ?Liverpool after failing to agree a contract extension to remain at Anfield. He becomes one of … The post Real Madrid sign Konate from Liverpool appeared first on Ghanaian

Co-hosts Mexico became the first nation to qualify for the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging South Korea 1-0 in Guadalajara.Midfielder Luis Romo scored the only goal in the 50th minute, tapping into an empty net after South Korea goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu spilled the ball following a collision with teammate Lee Gi-hyuk.South Korea pushed for an equaliser late on, but goalkeeper Raúl Rangel produced two crucial saves, first denying Cho Gue-sung from close range

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Ghana’s economy is projected to expand by between 5.9 per cent and 6.1 per cent in 2026, supported by growth in gold mining, major infrastructure investments and stronger foreign exchange buffers, the Head of Africa Research at Standard Bank, Mr Jibran Qureishi, has indicated. He said the country’s better-than-expected performance in 2025, when growth reached … The post Economy to grow up to 6.1% in 2026

 The Management of Kwakukrukrom D/A KG and Primary School in the Tano South Municipality in the Ahafo Region has appealed to the government  to construct a new school block to replace the weak and dilapidated wooden structure currently serving as classrooms. The structure, according to the school management, had become a death trap, which often … The post Kwakukrom D/A

Yesterday’s  Africa Young Diplomats Forum (AYDF) International Diplomatic Leadership Conference held in Accra has once again brought to the fore an issue that is often discussed but not sufficiently acted upon, the power of soft diplomacy in shaping Africa’s future. The emphasis by speakers on the role of diplomacy in promoting regional integration, strengthening partnerships … The post Soft

As GSA prepares 1st national certification Move will unlock US$220billion market By Ernest Bako WUBONTO A Ghanaian farmer who rises before dawn, nurtures the soil without synthetic fertilisers and diligently brings produce to market deserves greater recognition and reward for such commitment, Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) Prof. George Agyei has argued. According […] The post Organic

Ecobank Ghana PLC shareholders have approved a dividend of GH¢1.21 per share for the 2025 financial year, marking a 256.8 percent increase from GH¢0.34 in 2024 as the bank returned stronger earnings at its Annual General Meeting (AGM). The payout, which totals GH¢390.3million, represents a firmer return to represent distributions after several years of constrained […] The post Ecobank

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The foreign exchange market continues to exhibit a wide gap between official and informal dollar rates despite the cedi retaining most of its recent gains. Forex bureaus contacted by the B&FT were quoting between GH¢12.35 and GH¢12.50 to the dollar on Thursday, June 18, while black-market […] The post Street

The Chairman of the Chamber of Cement Manufacturers, Ghana (COCMAG) has called for a strategic transformation of Ghana’s cement industry, urging stakeholders to reduce reliance on imported clinker and embrace sustainable, locally driven production methods. Speaking on the sidelines of INTERCEM Africa 2026 in Accra, Mr. Frederic Albrecht, Chairman of COCMAG and CEO, CBI Ghana […] The post Reduce

Germany and Ivory Coast are set to meet in a high-stakes Group E showdown in Toronto, with both countries knowing that victory would secure qualification to the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a match still to play.Germany will go into the contest full of confidence after a ruthless attacking display in their opening fixture against Curacao.Ivory Coast, on the other hand, will be eager to prove they can compete with one of the tournament favourites.Germany Carry