The Kadehene, Osabarima Asare Twe II, has urged the government to create more job opportunities for the youth if it is committed to ending illegal small-scale mining in the country. He also pledged to release between 20,000 and 30,000 acres of land in Kade for oil palm plantations under the “Youth in Palm Plantation” initiative. … The post Kadehene to release acres of land for palm plantation

The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has underscored the urgency of collective action in tackling shared regional challenges, including insecurity, climate change, and limited economic opportunities in border communities. According to him, development and security are inseparable, noting that vulnerable communities, particularly in northern Ghana and across the Sahel, face … The post Let’s

Founder of the UT Group, Captain (Rtd) Prince Kofi Amoabeng, has expressed concerns about the effectiveness of government’s anti-corruption efforts, warning that weaknesses within the judicial system could undermine progress. Speaking in an interview on Ghana Tonight on TV3 on Tuesday, March 24, 202

There is a health crisis quietly unfolding in Ghana, not dramatic, not headline-grabbing, but deeply dangerous all the same. Kidney disease is a major health concern for Ghanaians, and for many people, it comes without warning. You do not feel it early. You do not see it coming. By the time it shows up, it … The post  A silent health crisis we can no longer ignore appeared first on Ghanaian

The Minority in Parliament has petitioned key state investigative bodies to probe a controversial contract awarded for the renovation of the old Bank of Ghana office. The caucus submitted formal complaints to the Office of the Special Prosecutor, the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), and the Criminal Investigations Department of the Ghana […]

The practice of turning away emergency patients without first stabilising them could amount to a breach of both constitutional and tort duties, legal and Governance expert, Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers, has warned, as concerns mount over Ghana’s persistent “no-bed syndrome” crisis. The issue, which has dominated public discourse in recent years, is increasingly being framed not […]

The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) has launched a Junior Chamber at the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa to equip students in the mining and technology sector with entrepreneurship training, industry skills and direct private sector access, a targeted response to youth unemployment in the country. The UMaT-GNCCI Junior […] The post GNCCI

As Mohamed Salah announces he will leave Liverpool this summer, BBC Sport asks you to rank the best forwards in Premier League history.

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Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has indicated that a possible return of André Ayew to the Black Stars for the 2026 FIFA World Cup would not be unexpected, although he emphasised that the final decision lies solely with the teamâ??s technical handlers.Ayew has been absent from the national setup since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte dâ??Ivoire, where Ghana exited at the group stage. His continued exclusion has fueled debate, particularly after his

The Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has defended the government’s flagship Big Push Infrastructure programme, dismissing claims that the initiative is dominated by widespread sole sourcing. Speaking in Parliament, the minister described such assertions as misleading and presented detailed figures and safeguards to show that procurement under the programme is conducted lawfully […] The post Roads

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has signalled a strategic shift in Africa’s fintech trajectory toward system integration and cross-border interoperability, positioning the next phase of growth around coordinated policy, infrastructure and investment alignment rather than standalone innovation. Speaking at the launch of the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, BoG Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama […] The post BoG

… as demand doubles, transmission lags The national electricity transmission network has entered what the Institute for Energy Security (IES) describes as a ‘higher-risk zone’, after a decade of rapid demand growth failed to elicit commensurate investment in grid infrastructure. This structural mismatch, the think tank warns, now threatens energy security, industrial competitiveness and the […] The post Power

Thousands of African migrants hoping to reach Europe have flocked to a remote island in Gambia that local villagers say is protected by a curse.

Stanbic Bank Ghana has launched a new women-focused banking proposition, Obaa Sima, aimed at expanding access to finance and business support for women, particularly those operating within the informal sector. The product was unveiled  under the theme “Unlocking the Strength of a Woman”, drawing a cross-section of regulators, development partners, clients, and senior executives of […] The post Stanbic

It’s Tony Elumelu’s birthday, and as has become something of a tradition, Africa is the one receiving the gift. On March 22, 2026, at Transcorp Hilton in Abuja, the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) announced its 12th cohort of entrepreneurs, 3,200 young Africans from all 54 countries on the continent, each walking away with a non-refundable […] The post Tony

BACK PAGE LEAD Apex Bank supports Institute of African Studies In a move that blends corporate foresight with cultural preservation, ARB Apex Bank has committed GH¢81,315.10 toward the rehabilitation of a key facility at the Institute of African Studies (IAS) at the University of Ghana, Legon, reaffirming the growing role of financial institutions in safeguarding […] The post appeared first on The

Football Supporters Europe has filed a formal complaint against Fifa over “excessive ticket prices” at this summer’s World Cup. FSE, along with Euroconsumers, said football’s world governing body has “abused its monopoly position” in setting prices for the tournament, which begins on 11 June. In December Fifa introduced a small number of “more affordable” $60 (£45) tickets […] The post Football

Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Henry Asante Twum has clarified the circumstances surrounding the withdrawals of Iñaki Williams and Brandon Thomas-Asante from the Black Stars' friendlies against Austria and Germany.The two attackers had to pull out of Otto Addo's squad due to fitness issues.Asante Twum explains that the decision was made collaboratively by the medical and technical teams.Speaking to Citi Sports, Asante Twum detailed the process

Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Henry Asante Twum has outlined the process that led to Iñaki Williams and Brandon Thomas-Asante being ruled out of the Black Stars' friendlies against Austria and Germany, explaining how the withdrawals were handled.Speaking to Citi Sports, Asante Twum revealed that both clubs contacted Ghana's medical department shortly after their respective league matches on Sunday."So this is normal. Once the squad is