Benjamin Asare attracting interest from Raja Casablanca and French clubs
By Kwame Bediako Hearts of Oak shot-stopper Benjamin Asare is reportedly attracting interest from Moroccan giants Raja Casablanca and three unnamed French clubs, as speculation over his future intensifies. Asare will become a free agent in June 2025, making him a potential bargain signing for European and African clubs seeking a reliable goalkeeper. His growing […]
EPA warns of widespread flooding as Ghana enters rainy season
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The management of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has warned of potential widespread flooding across the country with the onset of the rainy season. The Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the EPA, Professor Nana Ama Browne Klutse, speaking to the media after delivering her inaugural lecture at the University of Ghana […]
Ghana, Czech Republic forge stronger ties in key sectors
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana and the Czech Republic have pledged to deepen their bilateral relations, focusing on defense, security, scholarships, medical training, and transport, following high-level discussions held in Accra. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the National Security Advisor of the Czech Republic, Ambassador Tomáš Pojar, convened on Wednesday, March 26, […]
Ghana selects US, China as vendors for first nuclear plants
Ghana has selected the United States and China as vendors for its first nuclear power plants, though no formal contract has been signed. The U.S.-based NuScale Power and Regnum Technology Group, in partnership with Japanese firms, will construct Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), while China National Nuclear Corporation will build a Large Reactor (LR). This was […]
Ghanaian entrepreneur sues Kevin Taylor for GH¢20m over defamation
Ghanaian medical entrepreneur Dr. William Anarfi Sarpong has filed a GHS20 million defamation lawsuit against US-based journalist Kevin Taylor and his media outlet, Loud Silence Media. The legal action follows allegations made by Taylor during a Facebook Live broadcast on his platform, Loud Silence Media, between February 26 and 28, 2025. The lawsuit, filed at […]
Fiifi Coleman and Latif Abubakar to sponsor 2026 World Theatre Day celebrations
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Ghanaian actor Fiifi Coleman and playwright Latif Abubakar have pledged to sponsor the 2026 World Theatre Day celebrations. The announcement was made by Prof. Awo Mana Asiedu, Dean of the School of Performing Arts at the University of Ghana, during the 2025 World Theatre Day celebration. “Fiifi Coleman and Latif Abubakar […]
Konkomba heritage: How dance and farming sustain a proud Ghanaian identity
By Savannah Pokuaah DuahI In the heart of Ghana, where vibrant traditions intertwine with the modern world, the Konkomba community stands out as a beacon of cultural richness and industrious spirit. Known for their exceptional yam production, the Konkombas have established themselves as one of the leading yam-producing tribes in the country. The bustling Konkomba […]
Plan International Ghana promotes gender-responsive parenting in Koensim
By Jones Anlimah To promote gender equality and reduce the burden of unpaid care work on women, Plan International Ghana, through its Integrated Package for Sustainable Development (I-PADEV) project, has engaged fathers in the Koensim community under the Responsible Engaged and Loving (REAL) Fathers initiative. The program aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal […]
Egypt to host U-20 AFCON after Côte d’Ivoire’s withdrawal
By Kwame Bediako Egypt has officially accepted the hosting rights for the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following Côte d’Ivoire’s unexpected withdrawal. This decision ensures that the tournament will proceed as scheduled, providing a platform for Africa’s top young footballers to showcase their talents. The U-20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 is set to […]
KATH doctors suspend surgeries indefinitely due to severe water shortage
By Josephine Kekeli Surgical doctors at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, have suspended all surgical procedures indefinitely due to a severe water shortage that has disrupted operations at the facility. Hospital authorities report that the water supply issue has persisted since last week, making surgical procedures unsafe and significantly affecting […]
40 ECG missing containers found at warehouse owned by Indian national – Energy Minister
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Mr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has disclosed that 40 out of the 1,357 missing Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers have been traced to a warehouse at Kpone, near Tema. According to the Minister, the warehouse housing the stolen containers is owned by an Indian national. […]
Foreign Affairs Minister engages JICA Chief on development projects in Ghana
By Hannah Dadzie Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Japan, following discussions with the Chief of Mission of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Ghana Office, Ms. Momoko Suzuki. During their meeting on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, Mr. Ablakwa expressed appreciation for Japan’s continued support through […]
GFA appoints young referees for MTN FA Cup quarter-finals
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has taken a significant step in nurturing young talent by appointing eight “Catch Them Young” referees to officiate in the quarter-final matches of the MTN FA Cup. The matches are scheduled for Saturday, March 29, and Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. These […]
I will not continue 1D1F tax exemption – Finance Minister
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that he will not continue the tax exemption policy for the One District, One Factory (1D1F) initiative, citing evidence of abuse. According to Ato Forson, only Parliament has the authority to grant tax exemptions, and any previous exemptions granted outside this process were illegal. […]
