By Godwin Kwawu Youth unemployment in Ghana has evolved from an economic challenge into a national security threat. With graduate unemployment at approximately 60 percent two years after graduation, we are wasting billions in educational investment while creating conditions for social breakdown. Young people risk their lives on irregular migration routes, accept exploitative work, or […] The post Beyond

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to remain united, grateful and prayerful despite the recent floods that claimed lives and destroyed property in parts of Accra. Speaking at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving held at the forecourt of the State House in Accra, the President noted that the nation had gathered … The post President Mahama

By Dickson Assan For generations, agriculture in Ghana has largely been practised on a subsistence basis, dominated by millions of smallholder farmers cultivating relatively small parcels of land primarily to feed their families, with any surplus sold in local markets. Even among farmers who produced for commercial purposes, agriculture was often viewed more as a […] The post Accounting

By Robert Aidoo International interest in a greenhouse facility in Dawhenya is drawing attention to a largely untapped opportunity for Ghana: exporting agricultural expertise alongside agricultural produce. Visits by agribusiness executives from the United States, development agencies, government officials and a delegation from Liberia suggest that Ghana’s most successful farms are increasingly being recognised not […] The post Can

Desmond Isaac Addo Email: [email protected] The Ministry of Finance has announced that government has formally applied to the Bank of Ghana for a licence to establish the proposed Women’s Development Bank. This marks an important step in one of its flagship financial inclusion initiatives. It also means the idea has moved from policy discussion into […] The post Inside

GHANET warns the country faces a nationwide shortage of HIV testing kits by the end of July 2026.

By Dr. I.K. Abdul-Hamid Flooding has once again become a major concern in Accra and several parts of Ghana. Every rainy season, communities experience the painful consequences of overflowing drains, poor water management, and inadequate urban infrastructure. Homes are destroyed, businesses are disrupted, vehicles are damaged, and, most tragically, lives are lost. Over the years, […] The post Floods

Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo has challenged his teammates to shed their underdog identity.

Renowned Ghanaian businessman and an indigene of the Upper East Region, Awentami Paul Afoko, has called for the construction of an international airport in the Upper East Region, arguing that it is critical to unlocking the region’s agricultural and export potential. Addressing stakeholders at the Regional Development Framework validation forum in Bolgatanga, Mr. Afoko said … The post Export

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) successfully contained and extinguished a diesel tanker fire at Asutuare Junction in the Eastern Region following a distress call received on June 28, 2026. Four fire pumps from Somanya, VRA, Akosombo and Gbetsile were deployed, with the first crew arriving at 0530 hours. The fire was brought under control … The post One dead, as GNFS contains tanker

Following recent floods in parts of Accra, Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has visited affected areas including Circle VIP, Neoplan Station, and Achimota-Aloboshie to assess damage and fast-track interventions to prevent disease outbreaks. The Minister has tasked the Ghana Health Service to ramp up disease surveillance, improve risk communication, and strengthen community-level health actions in … The post Health

As at the time of going to press yesterday, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) confirmed that at least 12 people have died while nearly 500 others have been rescued following extensive flooding that affected several parts of Greater Accra Region after Monday’s heavy rains. Firefighters and rescue personnel have worked around the clock since […] The post Editorial: Assessment

Sources inside the Egypt camp say Mohamed Salah is winning his race to overcome a hamstring injury and play in Friday's last-32 game in Dallas.

Asante Kotoko are in discussions over a potential move for Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Solomon Agbasi, with sources indicating the Ghana international could be set for a switch to the Porcupine Warriors when his current contract expires.GHANAsoccernet.com understands Kotoko have opened talks with the shot-stopper as they explore strengthening their goalkeeping department ahead of the new season.While negotiations are progressing, no agreement has been finalised, and a deal is yet to

Hearts of Oak have taken time to celebrate the work of Abdul Rahman Alhassan at the 2026 World Cup currently ongoing in North America.Alhassan is with the Black Stars team in the United States, where he is working at the kits manager of the national team.While Benjamin Asare, Black Stars goalkeeper is hogging the headlines for all the right reasons, the club also took advantage of the moment to recognise Alhassan. The Black Stars kits manager plays an important role in ensuring

The country’s reliance on domestic borrowing is reducing exposure to foreign exchange shocks but creating new risks within national banking systems, Governor Dr. Johnson P. Asiama has observed. Dr. Asiama believes the next phase of debt reforms should focus on building deeper, longer-dated and more diversified domestic debt markets. Dr. Asiama, speaking at the Bank […] The post Editorial:

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has urged his team-mates to be more clinical in front of goal as they prepare for their World Cup knockout tie against Colombia.The Black Stars finished third in Group L after a 1-0 win over Panama, a goalless draw with England and a 2-1 defeat by Croatia, setting up a Round of 32 meeting with the Group K winners in North America.Colombia head into the tie unbeaten after collecting seven points from their three group matches.Ayew said the margin for error

Italian forward Mario Balotelli has revealed that former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah and ex-Inter Milan teammate Sulley Muntari were his favourite players from Ghana. Balotelli, born to Ghanaian parents in Italy, grew up watching the Black Stars and idolising some of the players of the national team.He ended up playing with Muntari at Inter Milan, where they won the UEFA Champions League in 2010 under the tutelage of Portuguese trainer Jose Mourinho. Also Balotelli watched

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has called on the Black Stars to learn from their mistakes after qualifying for the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The four-time African champions progressed to the Round of 32 despite ending their Group L campaign with a 2-1 defeat by Croatia.The result saw Ghana finish third in the group, setting up a first-ever competitive meeting with Colombia on Saturday.Ayew insisted the defeat had not affected the squad's confidence but acknowledged

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), will on Wednesday unveil a landmark publication celebrating the life and enduring legacy of internationally acclaimed Ghanaian-born artist, El Anatsui, whose groundbreaking works have earned him global recognition as one of Africa’s most influential contemporary artists. The 411-page book, El Anatsui: The Man, the Myth, the Legend at 80 […] The post University