Ghana’s Cocoa Farmers Battle for Survival Despite Soaring Chocolate Prices
Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Chocolate prices are skyrocketing worldwide, dishing up a sweet punch to consumers from New York to London. Chocolate confectionery prices in the United States continue to surge, with increases above 10% over the last year, a sign of larger inflationary forces at work in food products. In the United […]
Transport Minister Inaugurates GPHA, Maritime and Metro Mass Boards with Firm Warning Against Overreach
Felix Cofie The Minister for Transport, Hon. Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has inaugurated the newly reconstituted Boards of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), and Metro Mass Transit Limited, with a strong caution to board members against interfering in the day-to-day operations of their respective agencies. At a ceremony held […]
Ghana’s Developmental agenda Strengthened as NDPC signs MOU with KPMG
The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and KPMG have solidified their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on June 24, 2025, in Accra. This collaboration aims to enhance public-private sector cooperation in planning, implementing, and monitoring Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key focus areas include thought leadership, resource mobilization, local economic development, and capacity […]
Olympique Lyonnais relegated to French Ligue 2 over financial crisis
By: Kwame Bediako French football giants Olympique Lyonnais have been relegated to Ligue 2 following a financial audit by the National Directorate of Management Control (DNCG), the French football financial watchdog. The seven-time French champions were unable to convince authorities that they had resolved their ongoing financial crisis, leading to the upholding of their provisional […]
Hearts of Oak face transfer ban amid financial dispute with New Edubiase United over transfer of Salim Adams
By: Kwame Bediako Hearts of Oak’s rebuilding efforts have hit an early obstacle following the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) decision to impose a transfer ban on the club. The ban comes as a result of the club’s failure to pay $70,000 owed to New Edubiase United over the transfer of Salim Adams. This financial dispute […]
Dr. Bawumia Engages Former MMDCEs in Accra, Calls for Collective Effort to Bounce Back
By Rebecca Ampah Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, earlier today held an engaging session in Accra with former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) from across the country. The meeting, which brought together past local government leaders, focused on strengthening party unity and revitalizing political momentum ahead of future electoral contests. […]
Iran Launches Missiles at US Base in Qatar in Response to Strikes on Nuclear Sites
By Rebecca Ampah Iran has launched missiles at a US Base in Qatar in response to strikes on its nuclear sites on Saturday. Qatar has confirmed the attack on the US-run Al Udeid Base, describing it as a “flagrant violation” and stating that it reserves the right to respond directly. The Qatari government added that […]
U.S. Embassy Announces Expanded Vetting for Student and Exchange Visa Applicants
By Belinda Nketia The U.S. Embassy in Ghana has announced expanded screening and vetting procedures for student and exchange visitor visa applicants, requiring all individuals applying for F, M, and J nonimmigrant visas. In a statement published on its official Facebook page, the U.S. State Department stated that a U.S. visa is a privilege, not […]
Inaki Williams defends brother Nico Williams after mural defacement amid Barcelona transfer link
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian and Athletic Club forward, Inaki Williams has publicly supported his younger brother Nico Williams following an act of vandalism on a mural in Barakaldo, Spain. The mural, which celebrated Athletic Club’s victory in the 2023/24 Copa del Rey, originally depicted Nico alongside Inaki and team captain Iker Muniain. The defacement has […]
Ghana Police Service Issues Disclaimer on Fake Recruitment Exercise
By Rebecca Ampah The Ghana Police Service has issued a disclaimer refuting claims circulating on various social media platforms about an ongoing recruitment exercise. In a press release dated 23rd June, 2025, the Police Administration categorically stated that the information being shared is false. It emphasized that no new recruitment exercise has been announced and […]
Ghana to Host Landmark African Marketing Conference in August
By Rebecca Ampah Ghana is set to host a major continental event that will position Africa at the forefront of global marketing and technology discourse, from August 19 to 22, 2025. The event, organized by the African Marketing Confederation (AMC), is expected to attract over 500 delegates from more than 25 African countries, bringing together […]
Algeria-Iran Relations: When Algeria came to Iran’s aid.
By Farid Alilat For decades, Algiers has maintained diplomatic ties with Tehran marked by mediation and discreet loyalty at key moments in history Mon April 8, sixty days before the start of the war between Israel and Iran, Abdelmadjid Tebboune received the head of Iranian diplomacy, Abbas Araghtchi, at the El Mouradia Palace, who sent […]
2025 Closed Season for Marine Fishing Begins July 1: Government Calls for Compliance and Collaboration
Felix Coffie The Ministry for Fisheries and Aquaculture have announced the official implementation of the 2025 Closed Season for Ghana’s marine fishing fleet, as part of ongoing efforts to preserve and sustainably manage the country’s marine resources. The annual Closed Season, a key component of Ghana’s national fisheries management strategy, is designed to allow depleted […]
GACC Urges Media, CSOs To Join Fight Against Corruption
BY: GODFRED ANKU KAALI The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition, GACC, with funding from the Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa, GIABA, has held a one-day sensitisation workshop for selected journalists and civil society organizations, CSOs, in Koforidua, the Eastern Regional capital. The sensitisation workshop under the theme “Building Political Will and Public Support […]
