Ghana joins World Phygital Community as Gold Member in esports milestone
By: Kwame Bediako Ghana has earned a place in the World Phygital Community (WPC) following its participation in the World Phygital Summit 2025 held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The summit brought together global leaders in the emerging field of phygital sports—a fusion of physical and digital gameplay—and provided Ghana with the opportunity to demonstrate […]
Reflections on the June 3rd Disaster: A decade of remembrance
By Rita Naa Ayeley Armah Ten years ago, on June 3, 2015, a terrible disaster struck, shaking not only the city but people all over the world. More than 200 lives were lost in a tragic flood and explosion at a fuel station. The event was heartbreaking, as many watched in despair. Little children, probably […]
UK threatens legal action to secure Chelsea sale funds for Ukraine
By Kwame Bediako The British government has announced it may pursue legal action against Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich to access funds from the 2022 sale of Chelsea Football Club. The proceeds from the sale, which amounted to a record £2.5 billion ($3.2 billion), were intended exclusively for humanitarian aid in Ukraine. This announcement comes amid […]
Don’t sell state assets to politicians – Ato Forson warns new SSNIT board
By Ashiadey Dotse Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson has issued a strong warning to the newly inaugurated Board of Trustees of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), urging them not to sell state-owned assets to politicians. Speaking at the official inauguration ceremony held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, Dr. Forson emphasized […]
GNCCI-WAY urges women entrepreneurs to add value to products
By Edith Atiaka Eshun The First Vice-President of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) and Head of the Women and Youth Wing (GNCCI-WAY), Madam Emelia Assiakwa, has urged women entrepreneurs to remain resilient and take advantage of available business opportunities to grow sustainably. She made this call at the launch of the […]
Ofori-Atta’s lawyer challenges Special Prosecutor after client declared fugitive
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A member of the legal team representing former Finance Minister Mr. Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta, who has been declared a fugitive, Mr. Frank Davies, has dared the Special Prosecutor (SP), Mr. Kissi Agyebeng, and his office to “do his worst” in the case involving his client. According to an enraged Frank Davies, […]
ActionAid report warns of crisis in Ghana’s public sector amid severe budget cuts
Report by Sualah Abdul-wahab A new report by ActionAid reveals a growing crisis in Ghana’s public sector, where severe budget cuts are placing unprecedented strain on education and health services—leaving workers overwhelmed and communities underserved. Titled “The Human Cost of Public Cuts in Africa”, the report highlights austerity measures across six African countries, with data […]
Police foil highway robbery; one suspect killed, four on the run
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Police at Nkawie in the Ashanti region have foiled a suspected armed robbery attack on travellers along the Kumasi-Bibiani highway. During an exchange of fire between the Police and the suspected gang, one of the suspected robbers allegedly sustained gunshots and was sent to the Afari Community Hospital, where he was […]
Ghana, Japan sign ¥402m grant deal for human capital development
Ghana and Japan have signed a ¥402 million grant agreement under the Japanese Grant Aid for the Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) Programme. The agreement, signed at the Ministry of Finance in Accra, marks the launch of the third batch of the programme’s fourth phase. Speaking at the ceremony, Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato […]
Otumfuo urges President Mahama to stay committed to national development
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The occupant of the Golden Stool, Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has admonished President John Dramani Mahama to remain steadfast in his commitment to national development and to continue his good works for the people of Ghana. The Asantehene gave the admonition when he paid a courtesy call on President Mahama at […]
GBC, NITA explore partnership to boost technology education
By: Maltiti Sayida Sadick The management team of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), led by Director General Professor Amin Alhassan, has paid a courtesy call on the Director General of the National Information Technology Agency (NITA), Dr. Mark Oliver Kevor, to discuss a potential partnership aimed at enhancing public education on technology and building staff […]
UK backs Morocco’s autonomy plan as best solution for Western Sahara dispute
The United Kingdom “considers Morocco’s autonomy proposal, submitted in 2007 as the most credible, viable and pragmatic basis for a lasting resolution of the dispute” over the Moroccan Sahara, and “will continue to act bilaterally, including economically, regionally and internationally in line with this position to support resolution of the conflict”. This position was expressed […]
President Mahama hosts Asantehene at Jubilee House
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has paid a courtesy call on President John Mahama at the Jubilee House on Monday, 2 June 2025. This marks his first visit to the presidency since President Mahama assumed office. “It is not just a ceremonial visit, but a strong affirmation of the enduring bond between traditional authority […]
Nigeria High Commission rescues 23 stranded Nigerians in Ghana
By Azaglo Michael In a significant humanitarian intervention, the Nigeria High Commission in Accra, Ghana, has successfully repatriated 23 stranded Nigerians who fell victim to a human trafficking and job scam. The individuals, who were misled into traveling to Ghana with promises of employment, were rescued following coordinated efforts by the High Commission and supportive […]
