Government of Ghana and Goldfields Reach Agreement on Damang Mine Transition
By Felix CofieThe Government of Ghana and Goldfields Ghana Limited have reached an amicable agreement outlining a transitional arrangement for the Damang Mine, ensuring continued operations while paving the way for Ghanaian ownership in the long term. A statement signed by Government Communications Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu saidUnder the terms of the new agreement, a […]
The Tamale Teaching Hospital Crisis – “Reset” But Don’t “Delete”
By Abdul-Hayi Moomen(A Journalist) By now, the murmurs have turned into an uproar, the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) is once again at the center of a healthcare storm. Headlines scream of the CEO’s dismissal, fingers point, and the usual round of blame games has taken off. The Minister of Health, wielding his legitimate authority, has […]
Minerals Commission Refutes Akonta Mining’s Claim of Valid Lease Outside Tano Nimiri Forest
Felix CofieThe Minerals Commission has strongly refuted claims by Akonta Mining Limited that it possesses a valid mining lease outside the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve. This clarification follows a press briefing held on April 21, 2025, by the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, in which the company was accused of engaging in illegal mining […]
Government Revokes Akonta Mining Lease Over Illegal Operations in Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve
Felix Cofie The Government of Ghana has taken decisive action against Akonta Mining Company Ltd., allegedly owned by Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has directed the Minerals Commission to immediately revoke the company’s mining lease […]
Fight Against Galamsey: Chairman Wontumi’s Excavators Seized In Massive Anti-Illegal Mining Operation
By Felix Cofie In a major clampdown on illegal mining activities, an intelligence-led operation by the Ghana Police Service, acting on behalf of the Forestry Commission, resulted in the seizure of excavators and the arrest of several individuals linked to unlawful mining operations allegedly run by Akonta Mining, a company believed to be associated with […]
African Development Bank President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina visits President Muhammadu Buhari
As African Development Bank President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina’s tenure draws to a gradual end in September, he visited former President Muhammadu Buhari to express his deep appreciation. As President, Buhari supported Adesina’s nomination by President Goodluck Jonathan for election as President of the African Development Bank. ‘”He strongly stood by me in difficult times, which […]
Sports Minister pushes for reform and collaboration between Sports & Recreation Ministry and GFA
By Kwame Bediako Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has advocated for a collaborative approach to tackling the challenges facing the Ghana Football Association (GFA). According to Adams, leadership in sports administration should focus on engagement and problem-solving rather than confrontation. This stance marks a potential shift in the dynamics between the Ministry and […]
GPL: GoldStars move up league standings as Kotoko and Hearts suffer heavy defeat in title race
By Kwame Bediako Ghana Premier League‘s Match day 22 outstanding fixtures delivered some thrilling matches, with several top teams experiencing heavy defeats and others seizing the opportunity to climb the league standings. One of the most significant upsets was Accra Lions’ 3-0 thrashing of league leaders Asante Kotoko at the Accra Sports Stadium. Jacob Awoute’s […]
Ghana Hockey Federation blames Sports Ministry, NSA for withdrawal from Africa U21 tournament
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Hockey Federation has cited lack of financial support from the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the National Sports Authority (NSA) as the reason for withdrawing the national men’s U21 team from the Africa U21 Hockey Cup tournament. According to Ghana Hockey Federation Vice President Elizabeth King, the federation had […]
Arsenal stun Real Madrid in two legs to reach Champions League semi-final
By Kwame Bediako Arsenal sealed a remarkable 5-1 aggregate victory over Real Madrid with a 2-1 win at the Santiago Bernabeu, thanks to a late goal from Gabriel Martinelli. The Gunners, who had a 3-0 lead from the first leg, defended resolutely for much of the match, surviving the first hour with little difficulty. Bukayo […]
Road to Munich: Barcelona, PSG, Arsenal and Inter Milan secure Champions League semi final berth
By Kwame Bediako The quarter-finals of the 2024/25 Champions League have concluded, leaving four teams vying for the coveted trophy. Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Inter Milan, and Arsenal are the remaining contenders, with the winner set to be crowned champions of Europe at Munich’s Allianz Arena on May 31, 2025. The semi-final draw has paired Arsenal […]
Government Takes Over Damang Mines As Gold Fields’ Lease Expires
By Felix Cofie The Government of Ghana will officially assume operational control of the Damang Mines, operated by Abosso Goldfields Limited (AGL), after the mining lease expired on April 18, 2025. The decision follows the unsuccessful application by AGL to renew its 30-year lease. The takeover is being executed in accordance with Section 23 of […]
Students showcase prowess in cultural performances and time tested local cuisine preparations at ASHANTIFEST
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has pledged the support of the Regional Coordinating Council to the Kumasi Centre for National Culture and schools to revive, sustain and promote important customs, traditional and cultural values gradually fading out and to imbibe in school pupils and students the need to cherish and […]
Sincerity, Friendship and Equality: Written in An Era of Global Economic Turbulence
By H.E. Tong Defa, Ambassador of China to Ghana As the world economy faces severe challenges of rising unilateralism and a trade war looms large on the prospects of global economic recovery, certain country’s tariff policy makes the international landscape more uncertain. Amidst the world today undergoing major changes unseen in a century and transformative […]
