Ghana secures $13m grant from Japan to stabilise Tamale’s electricity supply
Ghana has secured a grant of 1.92 billion Japanese Yen (approximately $13 million) from the Government of Japan to support the stabilisation of electricity supply in Tamale City. The agreement was formalised through an Exchange of Notes signed between Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Japan’s Ambassador to Ghana, Yoshimoto Hiroshi, on […]
Defense Minister warns illegal miners to stay out of forest reserves
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Defence Minister, Dr. Omane Boamah, has warned individuals or groups engaged in illegal mining in forest reserves to stop, as the government will no longer tolerate such activities. He has also urged all illegal miners mining in forest reserves and water belts who still have their machinery in those forbidding areas to […]
El-Wak Wings Men’s Volleyball Team prepares for African Club Championship amid financial challenges
After securing a commendable second place in the Greater Accra Men’s Volleyball League, the El-Wak Wings men’s volleyball team is setting its sights on the continental stage as they prepare for the annual African Clubs Championship in Libya. The prestigious tournament, scheduled to run from April 17 to April 30, will bring together 25 of […]
ECG/NEDCO are not for sale – Energy Minister
The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Mr John Abu Jinapor, has reiterated that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCO) are not for sale. “Let me reiterate without equivocation that we have not taken a decision to sell ECG or NEDCo,” Mr Jinapor said during a press conference at the […]
Sunday prayer cancelled for fourth time as pope lies in hospital
The Vatican has cancelled the traditional Sunday prayer on St Peter’s Square for the fourth time in a row as Pope Francis lies ill in hospital with severe pneumonia. Francis had spent a night in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and was resting, the Vatican said. Late on Saturday, the Holy See reported “gradual improvement” in the […]
Matchweek 23 round-up: Hearts triumph over Young Apostle in GPL return as Kotoko claim top spot
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Premier League made a thrilling return this weekend, with Hearts of Oak leading the charge in an action-packed round of matches. The Phobians secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Young Apostles at the University of Ghana Stadium, marking their first league game since early February. The win propelled Hearts of […]
Ghana Water MD inspects water treatment plants to address production shortfalls
Story by : Doreen Ampofo Acting Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Adam Mutawakilu, has embarked on a system-wide assessment tour of key water treatment plants in Accra to evaluate operational lapses and identify immediate solutions to boost production. The visit follows management’s recognition of critical challenges affecting water supply and the need for […]
Alcaraz, Sabalenka advance at Indian Wells as Djokovic falls
By Kwame Bediako Five-time Indian Wells champion Novak Djokovic suffered a shocking first-round exit at the hands of lucky loser Botic van de Zandschulp. The 24-time Grand Slam winner, seeded sixth, struggled with consistency, committing 37 unforced errors in a 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 defeat. Van de Zandschulp’s victory over Djokovic is not his first upset […]
Hearts charged for violating GFA safety and security protocols
By Kwame Bediako Accra Hearts of Oak have been slapped with charges by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for violating key safety and security regulations. The allegations stem from their recent Ghana Premier League match against Young Apostles FC at the University of Ghana Stadium, which Hearts won 2-0 on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The […]
Non-Communicable Diseases leading cause of deaths in Eastern Region
By Michael Kofi Kenetey The Medical Director of the Eastern Regional Hospital, Koforidua, ERHK, Dr. Arko Akoto Ampaw, says non-communicable diseases continue to lead the cause of deaths at the facility. He has therefore advised Ghanaians to live a healthy lifestyle to help reduce the high rate of non-communicable diseases, which is claiming many lives […]
Kudus hails Essien and Muntari as key inspirations for Premier League dream
By Kwame Bediako Ghana and West Ham midfielder Mohammed Kudus has opened up about the inspirational figures who fuelled his childhood dreams of becoming a Premier League player. The West Ham United star revealed that former Ghanaian footballers Michael Essien and Sulley Muntari were his idols growing up in the streets of Nima, Accra. In […]
Joint task force cracks down on illegal mining in Amansie Central
By Sarah Baafi A joint anti-galamsey task force, comprising National Security, Police, and the Forestry Division, has successfully carried out a major operation in the Amansie Central forest. The operation aimed to reclaim land from illegal miners, resulting in the seizure of excavators, which are currently parked at a police station. Additional excavators were demobilised […]
Gender Ministry calls for accelerated action on SDG 5 at 2025 International Women’s Day Celebration
By Jones Anlimah The Volta Regional Department of Gender has reiterated the need for urgent action to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5), which seeks to promote gender equality and empower all women and girls. This call was made during a commemorative walk through the principal streets of Ho as part of activities marking […]
PUMA unveils Black Stars’ new jersey featuring Joey B, Stonebwoy and Abedi Pele
By Kwame Bediako Black Stars kit sponsor PUMA has unveiled stunning pictures of Joey B, Stonebwoy, Gyakie, Smallgod, Arathejay, and football icon Abedi Pele modelling Ghana’s new jersey. The unveiling of the new jersey has generated excitement among Ghanaian football fans, with many taking to social media to express their admiration for the sleek design. […]
