Ghanaian forward Ibrahim Osman seals loan move to Ligue 1 side Auxerre from Brighton
By: Kwame Bediako French Ligue 1 newcomers AJ Auxerre have secured Ghanaian winger Ibrahim Osman on a season-long loan from Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion, with an option to make the move permanent, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The 21-year-old forward arrives hoping to add pace and creativity to Auxerre’s frontline as […]
Inauguration of GoldBod Task Force: Whistleblowers to receive 10% of seized gold or cash – Mahama
By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that whistleblowers who provide useful information on illegal gold trading and smuggling leading to the recovery of gold or money will receive 10% of the seized value.“If you blow the whistle on someone and gold or cash is recovered, you will get 10% of the total […]
Ga Mantse champions revival of Ga Language in schools
By: Rita Naa Ayeley Armah His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse, has emphasized the urgent need to revive the Ga language and culture through the educational system, describing it as essential to preserving the identity of future generations. Speaking at the 85th anniversary celebration of Odorgonno Senior High School on July […]
Ghanaian forward Daniel Afriyie Barnieh signs two-year deal with FC Aarau
By: Kwame Bediako Ghanaian forward Daniel Afriyie Barnieh has officially joined Swiss Challenge League side FC Aarau on a two-year contract following his departure from Swiss Super League club FC Zurich. The 24-year-old forward becomes one of Aarau’s key summer signings as the club looks to strengthen its squad ahead of the upcoming season. Afriyie […]
Kofi Adams sets new standard: 2025 President’s Cup fills Accra Sports Stadium to capacity
By: Nana Yaw Preko Bimpeh The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has once again demonstrated decisive leadership and an innovative approach to Sports administration by delivering a record-breaking 2025 President’s Cup that filled the Accra Sports Stadium to capacity. This achievement marks the second major national football event under his tenure to record […]
Accra: Chief Justice Getrude Torkornoo describes decision to suspend her as ‘arbitrarily’ in statement of case
By: Barbara Kumah Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo says President John Mahama acted arbitrarily in his decision to suspend her from office because of the three petitions calling for her removal on grounds of stated ‘misbehaviour’ and ‘incompetence.’ According to her, the decision to suspend her in the absence of a reasoned prima facie determination […]
African Music and Viral Dance Challenges Unleash Cultural Revolution
From the colorful streets of Ghana to China’s neon-lit alleys, the infectious beats of African music have set off a worldwide dance craze. Further fueled by social media’s hyper-connectivity, choreographed dance challenges are hitting record-breaking global viewership, busting decades-old stereotypes and lighting the Afro-Fusion dance fire for an international audience. The Digital Spark Social media […]
8-member Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund Board inaugurated
The Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has sworn in an eight-member Board of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) at a brief ceremony in Accra. Speaking at the inauguration, the Deputy Minister highlighted the government’s confidence in the newly constituted Board, stating that their appointment reflected trust in their expertise and leadership. He […]
Ramaphosa opposes Trump’s 30% tariff on South Africa
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has opposed what he calls the “unilateral” higher trade tariffs imposed on his country by the US. US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would subject imports from South Africa to a new 30% tariff from 1 August. It is the only African state affected by his latest […]
Key suspect arrested in connection with 12 stolen motorbikes in Accra
By: Rebecca Ampah The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested a key suspect believed to be behind recent spate of motorbike thefts in the region. According to a press release issued by the Regional Public Affairs Unit of the Ghana Police Service, the suspect, identified as Emmanuel Akanpatiba, was apprehended following intelligence gathered by a […]
PURC holds investment hearing ahead of major multi-year tariff review
By: Mabel Adorkor Annang The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission, PURC has begun its investment hearing with key utility providers as part of preparations for a major multi-year tariff review for the next three years. Addressing the media during the hearing in Accra, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Shafic Suleman, said the process is […]
Education Minister to lay Scholarship Authority Bill before Parliament
The Government will next week place before Parliament the Scholarship Authority Bill, as part of efforts to deal with nepotism and cronyism in the award of scholarship. The Minister for Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, announced this at the launch of the Government’s flagship education programme, dubbed “No Fees Stress Policy” initiative at the SDA College […]
IMF approves Ghana’s 4th ECF review, paving way for $370 Million disbursement
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has approved Ghana’s fourth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Programme, unlocking a substantial $370 million disbursement to support Ghana’s ongoing economic recovery efforts. This approval announced by the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson reflects the IMF’s endorsement of Ghana’s firm commitment to fiscal discipline, […]
Kofi Adams rewards Asante Kotoko’s resilience with GH¢10,000 after thrilling President’s Cup victory
By: Kwame Bediako Asante Kotoko’s spirited comeback victory over archrivals Accra Hearts of Oak in the 2025 President’s Cup has earned the team a GH¢10,000 cash reward from the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams. The thrilling 2-1 win, secured at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, July 6, showcased the Porcupine Warriors’ determination […]
