It was not immediately clear what caused the blaze, which was the latest in a series of deadly fires at schools in the country in recent years.

The National Security Coordinator, Commissioner of Police (COP) Alhaji Abdul-Osman Razak has been credited with dismantling several networks linked to National Security operatives in illegal mining activities. This came to light after a recent publication, on May 20, 2026, in a section of the media that some illegal miners were arrested polluting the Ankobra River […] The post National

The John Mahama administration, has intensified its nationwide land reclamation programme in a decisive effort to reverse the environmental damage caused by illegal mining across the country. The initiative is focused on restoring degraded forest reserves, sealing hazardous abandoned mine pits, and rehabilitating polluted landscapes through large-scale reforestation. The latest phase of this environmental campaign […] The post Government

Africa’s economies are projected to grow at 4.2 per cent in 2026, moderating slightly from 4.4 percent in 2025, before rebounding to 4.4 per cent in 2027, according to the 2026 African Economic Outlook (AEO). The Outlook was released on Tuesday at the African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, Congo. The findings, shared with Ghana News Agency (GNA) underscored the continent’s resilience […] The post African

Engine overheating and human error caused the fatal microlight aircraft crash at Tema Community One on March 16, 2026, a final investigation report by the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB Ghana) has revealed. The report disclosed that the aircraft most likely suffered engine failure during a forced landing attempt near the … The post Engine failure,

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr Godwin Edudzi Kudzo Tameklo, has commended the Eastern Naval Command of the Ghana Navy for the seizure and destruction of 10 boats used in illegal petroleum activities along the country’s coastline. The commendation followed a visit by officials of the NPA, led by the … The post NPA, Navy intensify crackdown on illegal

The Black Stars Head Coach, Carlos Queiroz, has named a 28-man squad for the World Cup preparation camp and the international friendly against Wales in Cardiff. The team comprises five goalkeepers, nine defenders, seven midfielders, and seven forwards. The team opened camp on Monday, May 25, and trained at the Dragon Park in Cardiff ahead … The post Queiroz names 28-man Ghana squad

Tryton Motors Limited, the sole distributor of JAC vehicles in Ghana, has signed an agreement with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to become its official vehicle partner.The one-year agreement, signed on Tuesday at the offices of the GFA, will see Tryton Motors provide vehicle and cash incentives for the Black Stars, the Ghana Premier League … The post Tryton Motors Limited signs FA deal

Organisers of the annual Head of State Invitational Golf tournament have presented customised golf equipment to the President, John Dramani Mahama, ahead of the 2026 edition of the championship. The symbolic presentation was made by the leadership of the Head of State Golf Incorporated during a courtesy call on the President. This year’s edition is … The post Organisers

Why nations that transformed themselves did not build prosperity through short-term applause and political convenience, but through painful reforms, disciplined citizenship, common understanding and the courage to think beyond the next election Chartered Director IoD UK | Chartered Engineer UK | Fellow Institute of Directors UK | Fellow Ghana Institution of Engineering Governance, industrialisation, and […] The post The

Nuno Espirito Santo will stay on as West Ham manager to lead their fight to get back to the Premier League at the first attempt. The Portuguese met with the club’s senior management on Monday in the wake of their relegation from the top flight. Although both parties could have severed ties without compensation, they … The post Nuno to stay as West Ham boss after relegation appeared first

The President of the Federation of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE), Davies Narh Korboe, has underscored Ghana’s potential to achieve food self-sufficiency and become a competitive force in global agriculture. Speaking ahead of the third edition of the Ghana Horticulture Expo 2026, scheduled for June 11 to 13, Mr. Korboe said Ghana’s fertile land, favourable climate, and […] The post Ghana

Pupils and teachers of Akyem Pano Presbyterian Basic School in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region on Tuesday poured onto the streets in a peaceful but emotionally charged demonstration to protest against the persistent defecation in their classrooms by unknown individuals. The unusual protest, which attracted the attention of residents, traders, motorists, and […] The post Akyem

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghana’s technical universities to emulate the German model of competence-based technical education as part of efforts to transform the country’s higher education system into a driver of industrialisation and job creation. Addressing the 4th Biennial Applied Research Conference of Technical Universities in Takoradi on Tuesday, President Mahama stressed […] The post Mahama

Southampton FC and Royal Antwerp have announced the death of former academy player Victor Udoh at the age of 21. Udoh spent six months in Saints’ academy from February 2025, featuring in eight games for their under-21 side in Premier League 2. Before his move to the south coast of England, he played in Belgian … The post Southampton pay tribute as Udoh dies aged 21 appeared first on Ghanaian

The majority owners of Tottenham Hotspur have vowed to restore the club’s fortunes after narrowly avoiding relegation from the Premier League in successive seasons. Sunday’s 1-0 win at home to Everton on the final day of the campaign enabled Spurs to finish in 17th position, one place above the relegation zone, for the second straight … The post Tottenham owners promise improvement appeared

Ghana’s industrial future and 24-Hour agenda cannot be built through repossessions instead of production recovery By Elikem DESEWU. Ghana stands at a defining economic moment. After years of economic hardship, private sector businesses across the country endured rising interest rates, currency instability, inflationary pressures, utility cost increases, and severe operational constraints. Yet despite these challenges, […] The post EXIM

Four-time champion Iga Swiatek and Elina Svitolina both eased into the French Open third round with straight-sets wins yesterday. Swiatek, looking to regain the title she last won in 2024, saw off battling Czech youngster Sara Bejlek 6-2, 6-3 on Court Philippe Chatrier. The third-seeded Pole will next face either fellow former winner Jelena Ostapenko … The post Swiatek, Svitolina cruise into

The government and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their strong partnership in promoting sustainable cocoa production in the country. This came to light when stakeholders met in Accra for a high-level technical event on the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The meeting was attended by officials from the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), the Forestry Commission … The post Ghana,

In a development reflecting growing interest in local manufacturing and entrepreneurship within Ghana’s grooming industry, Ghanaian barber and entrepreneur Inusa Sherif has officially unveiled the “Number 10 Super Stainless Steel Blades,” described as the first locally owned and produced shaving blade brand launched by a Ghanaian in the country., The launch event brought together barbers, […] The post Inusa