Opinion: Nana Karikari Writes: Africa Watches As Ghana Takes On A Continental Trade Giant
Written By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A high-profile public dispute between Ghana’s government and MultiChoice Ghana, a South African-owned company, highlights the risks of using confrontational tactics to regulate business. While the government’s aim to protect consumers is valid, its public threats to shut down the company could damage Ghana’s reputation as a […]
Gbiniyiri conflict mediation committee inaugurated
By: Juliet Mettle-Edmonds The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has inaugurated a Mediation Committee as a roadmap towards peace amid the Gbiniyiri Conflict. The Minister urged the committee to work diligently and submit a comprehensive report, including actionable recommendations, within one month. Over 13,000 Ghanaians have crossed into neighboring Côte d’Ivoire following violent […]
1 dead, several injured as Aayalolo bus rams into traders near the COCOBOD building
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei A tragic accident in Accra’s Central Business District on Monday claimed the life of an elderly woman and left several others injured after an Aayalolo bus veered off the road and crashed into traders near the COCOBOD building. The incident, which occurred around 3:30 p.m. on September 1, involved a […]
ECG proposes 225 percent increase in its distribution service charge
By: Mabel Adorkor Annang The Electricity Company of Ghana, ECG has proposed a 225 percent increase in its Distribution Service Charge, DSC1 over the 2025–2030 tariff period, citing the need to restore financial viability and sustain operations. Justifying its tariff proposal submission to the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission, PURC, ECG requested an upward adjustment of […]
Ethiopia outfoxes Egypt over the Nile’s waters with its mighty dam
After outfoxing Egypt on the diplomatic stage for more than a decade, Ethiopia is set to officially inaugurate one of the world’s biggest dams on a tributary of the River Nile, burying a colonial-era treaty that saw the UK guarantee the North African nation the lion’s share of its water. The dam – built on […]
Japan is set to choose its fourth PM in five years as PM resigns
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has announced his resignation after less than a year in the role – following two crushing election losses in mid-term elections. His resignation came a day before opponents in his Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) were expected to vote him out. His departure sets the stage for yet another ruling party […]
Fish processors call for financial literacy support to boost trade
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Fish processors in Kpando and Dzemeni in the Volta Region have appealed for greater support in financial literacy, business management, and trade skills to strengthen their operations and take advantage of emerging market opportunities. The call was made duurng a working visit, by the Post-Harvest Management and Trade Division (PHMTD) […]
Bank of Ghana directs Stanbic Bank to close illegal accounts
By Michael Kofi Kenetey The Bank of Ghana has directed Stanbic Bank to close all accounts linked to the National Seed Trade Association of Ghana, NaSTAG following an allegation of identity theft, procedural lapses and unauthorized account opening at the Achimota Branch of the Bank. The directive is in relation to three accounts comprising two-cedi […]
Ablakwa cancels dubious embassy contracts, signals clean-up at Foreign Ministry
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), has moved to reinforce his anti-corruption credentials by canceling questionable embassy contracts and pledging transparency in the management of foreign assets. His response follows viral claims that he approved a US$5.2 million renovation contract for Ghana’s Embassy in Benin — allegations […]
2026 World Cup Q: Ghana hosts Mali with top spot on the line
By: Kwame Bediako The Black Stars will be targeting three points when they host Mali in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Accra Sports Stadium today at 7 pm. Ghana currently leads Group I with 16 points from seven matches, reflecting their strong standing in the qualification phase. Maintaining this top position is crucial […]
Derrick Kohn still not cleared by FIFA to represent Ghana – Otto Addo
By: Kwame Bediako Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has confirmed that defender Derrick Kohn is still awaiting FIFA approval to represent the Black Stars in their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Mali at Accra Sports Stadium on Monday, September 8. Kohn, who was born in Germany, was first called up for the September doubleheader […]
Vanuatu Trade Commissioner honoured in historic visit to Mafi-Adidome, launches AI Africa Project
By: Gloria Anderson The Chiefs and people of Mafi-Adidome in the Volta Region have celebrated a historic occasion as His Excellency Ambassador Professor Hugh Keku Aryee, Vanuatu Trade Commissioner to Ghana, paid an official visit to the community. The colourful ceremony, marked by cultural displays and traditional rites, saw the chiefs honour Prof. Keku Aryee […]
Just In: Four killed in Jerusalem shooting attack, paramedics say
At least four people have been killed and five others wounded in a shooting attack in Jerusalem, paramedics say. The Magen David Adom ambulance service identified the dead as one man in his 50s and three men in their 30s. Five people with gunshot wounds were taken to local hospitals, and several others were injured […]
Australian woman jailed for life after serving toxic mushroom lunch
An Australian court on Monday sentenced Erin Patterson to life in prison with a non-parole period of 33 years for poisoning three of her estranged husband’s relatives with toxic death cap mushrooms. Patterson was convicted in July after an 11-week trial of murdering Don and Gail Patterson and Gail’s sister, Heather Wilkinson, with a lunch […]
