Ghana’s new chip-embedded passports to be delivered within 15 days – MFA cautions public on proper handling
By: Hannah Dadzie Ghanaians applying for passports can now expect delivery within 15 working days for ordinary applications and just five days for expedited service under major reforms announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The new chip-embedded passports, officially rolled out today, April 28, 2025 mark the most significant transformation of […]
Madrid Open: Coco Gauff beat Belinda Bencic to reach quarterfinals
By: Kwame Bediako World No. 4 Coco Gauff delivered a stellar performance to beat Belinda Bencic 6-4 6-2 in the Madrid Open round-of-16. The American’s serve, which has been a concern in recent months, was a strength in this match, with Gauff winning 85% of points behind her first serve and 65% of her second […]
Referees, Match Commissioners suspend services over 21-weeks of unpaid allowances
The Concerned Referees and Match Commissioners of Ghana (CRAMCOG) have announced an immediate suspension of their services for the remainder of the Ghana Premier League season, citing the non-payment of allowances for over 21 weeks. In a letter addressed to the General Secretary of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), CRAMCOG stated that the decision, though […]
Team Ghana departs to Egypt ahead of Africa Junior Swimming Championship
By: Kwame Bediako Team Ghana’s Junior Swimming squad has departed for Egypt to compete in the 16th Africa Junior Swimming Championships, set for April 30 to May 3, 2025, at the Cairo International Stadium. The team is captained by Tamba Akin Boamah, Oduma Agyei (deputy captain) and features standout swimmers like Michael Arthur Crabbeman and […]
Sports Minister congratulates Kurt Okraku on his appointment as CAF second Vice President
By: Kwame Bediako The Ministry for Sports and Recreation has extended warm congratulations to Kurt Okraku following his recent appointment as the second Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Minister Kofi Iddie Adams lauded the achievement as a proud milestone for Ghana, emphasizing Okraku’s dedication and leadership in advancing football on the continent. In […]
Over 50,000 teachers receive promotions
Up to 50,458 teachers out of a total of 54,227 teachers who were successful in last year’s aptitude test have been promoted, the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has confirmed. In addition, GNAT said 1,417 out of 1,579 teachers removed from the payroll have also had their salaries reactivated, with only the remaining 162 […]
Education Minister inaugurates UDS Governing Council
By: Murtala Issah The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has officially inaugurated a 15-member Governing Council of the University for Development Studies (UDS). The Council, chaired by Ambassador Abdulai Salifu, has been tasked by the Minister to lead efforts to improve infrastructure to enhance teaching and learning. Addressing council members after administering the oath of […]
Liverpool to hold Premier League title parade on May 26
By: Kwame Bediako Liverpool will mark their recent Premier League triumph with a grand trophy parade around the city on Monday, 26th May, 2025. The event will cover a distance of 15 kilometers, allowing fans and players to celebrate together after a hard-fought season. The parade takes place on the Bank Holiday Monday, immediately following […]
Gold’s record rally stalls on hopes of easing global trade tensions
Gold has retreated steeply since last week as global stock markets experienced a relief rally amid signs of a de-escalation in the global trade war, particularly between the United States and China. Both spot gold and gold futures fell roughly 6.5% from their all-time highs reached last Tuesday. Investors may have started taking profits from […]
Bawku conflict resolution: Otumfuo resumes mediation today
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is set to resume the mediation process to resolve the ongoing Bawku conflict between the two factions involved today, Monday, April 28, 2025. In a statement issued on April 15, 2025, the Asantehene confirmed that the mediation sessions will take place from April 28 to May […]
‘Double patriarchy’: Doctor has South Africa talking about financial abuse
A young female South African doctor has sparked a nationwide conversation about a form of domestic abuse often shrouded in silence – financial abuse. In a series of viral videos, Dr Celiwe Ndaba opened up about how she said she had been financially exploited by her husband, how it had spiralled and led to their […]
CAGD holds annual conference on public financial management excellence
By: Jones Anlimah The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has pledged bold reforms to enhance public financial management, improve payroll integrity, and strengthen transparency and accountability in the management of state resources. At the Department’s annual conference held in Ho, Volta Region, under the theme “Enhancing Public Financial Management Excellence,” key government officials outlined measures […]
Saudi Arabia and Qatar to repay Syria’s debts to the World Bank
Saudi Arabia and Qatar revealed on Sunday that they would be paying Syria’s outstanding debt to the World Bank, a move likely to make the international institution resume its support to the war-torn country. A joint statement by the finance ministries of Saudi and Qatar said the decision to pay Syria’s nearly $15 million (€13.2m) […]
AMMREN calls on journalists to deepen vaccination advocacy
By: Michael Kofi Kenetey The Vice Board Chair of the African Media and Malaria Research Network, AMMREN, Professor Francis Zotor has called on journalists across Ghana to deepen their advocacy towards immunization, vaccine uptake and child health to help promote Universal Health Coverage in the country. Prof. Zotor revealed that vaccination is a critical public […]
