Trump presses ahead with 30% tariff on South Africa
South African products exported to the US will face a 30% tariff from 7 August, President Donald Trump has announced. South Africa is the only country from sub-Saharan Africa singled out in the announcement, reflecting his strained relationship with Cyril Ramaphosa’s government. Other southern African nations, including Lesotho and Zimbabwe, have been hit with a […]
You cannot even play colts football on Baba Yara pitch – NSA Boss
By: Kwame Bediako The Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has expressed deep concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Baba Yara Stadium pitch in Kumasi, declaring it unfit to host any football match at present. Following an inspection on Thursday July 31, 2025, Mr Ampofo Ankrah admitted to the media […]
I will not preside over a government that abuses or intimidates journalists – President Mahama
By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has stated clearly that he will not lead a government that mistreats or threatens journalists who are carrying out their lawful duties. He said his administration is committed to upholding press freedom and protecting media professionals from any form of abuse or intimidation. ”I will not preside over […]
Asafotufiam, A Festival To Honour Warriors And Founders
By: Rita Naa Ayeley Armah Back in the days, when tribes used to fight each other and claim territories, when tribes had to defend themselves in order to survive. The people of Ada mostly found themselves defending to survive, due to their size. In a bid to establish their territory, they fought notable battles like: […]
Mahama promises to revive UHAS expansion to train more health workers
By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has assured the Volta Regional House of Chiefs that the expansion of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) will be brought back on track saying opening additional campuses will help train more qualified health professionals to serve both Ghana and the global market. Addressing the chiefs […]
Ghana’s Golden Arms shine bright with 55 medals at African Armwrestling Championships
By: Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Golden Arms once again demonstrated their dominance at the 14th African Armwrestling Championships in Abuja, Nigeria, delivering a stunning medal haul over just two days of fierce competition. The Ghanaian team, defending champions from the previous edition, amassed a remarkable total of 55 medals, comprising 26 gold, 20 silver, and nine […]
Paul Adom-Otchere, two others detained over GACL contract investigation
By: Spendilove Incoom The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has confirmed the detention of Paul Adom-Otchere, the former Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), along with two others, in connection with an ongoing investigation into a revenue assurance contract awarded to a private firm. According to the OSP, the suspects have […]
AU High-Level Dialogue ends with renewed commitment to inclusive policies for marginalized groups
By: Rachel Kakraba The African Union, AU, has renewed commitment to inclusion of youth and women’s voices as well as marginalized communities in policies and strategies for a peaceful, united, and globally influential Africa. It will also champion reparations which could foster social cohesion, redress grievances, and rebuild trust in state institutions to mobilize the […]
High Court dismisses Ken Ofori-Atta’s bid to strike out arrest warrant
By: Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra has dismissed an application filed by former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, seeking to strike out a warrant issued for his arrest by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). Mr Ofori-Atta had argued that the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng had unlawfully obtained […]
At 90, GBC is tired and needs rebirth – Prof. Amin Alhassan
By: Kwame Bediako The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) marked its 90th anniversary launch with a powerful call for revitalisation. Speaking at the event, the Director General of the Ghana Broadcasting Cooperation, Professor Amin Alhassan reflected on the Corporation’s journey and asserted, “At 90 years, GBC as a Corporate body has grown tired. It needs a […]
VRA/NEDCO staff withdraw service in Tamale over attack
By: Murtala Issah The staff of the Volta River Authority/Northern Electricity Distribution Company (VRA/NEDCo) in the Northern Area have resolved to immediately withdraw all services within the Tamale Metropolis and surrounding communities. The decision comes in response to a violent attack on company personnel on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. According to a resolution passed at […]
Russian strikes kill eight and hit Kyiv apartment block, officials say
Eight people have been killed and more than 50 others were wounded in a barrage of Russian drones and missiles that struck several districts of Kyiv and brought down an apartment block overnight, Ukrainian officials have said. A six-year-old boy and his mother were among the dead, as more than two dozen locations across the […]
MFWA trains female journalists in Ho to bridge digital gender gap and combat online abuse
By: Seraphine Nyuiemedi As part of efforts to bridge the digital gender divide and tackle the growing threat of online abuse, the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has concluded a two-day digital literacy and rights training workshop for female journalists in Ho. The workshop, which took place from July 29 to July 30, brought […]
Angola’s petrol protest death toll rises as medics overwhelmed
Angola: At least 22 people, including a police officer, have been killed and 200 others injured in protests against a rise in the price of fuel that began on Monday, Interior Minister Manuel Homem has said. Police say more than 1,200 people have also been arrested in what began as a strike by taxi drivers […]
