Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu to send six young players to Madrid for sports and education development
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, is taking a bold step to merge sports and education, aiming to improve the livelihoods of young talents who excel on the field but struggle in the classroom. As part of this initiative, six exceptional players will be sent to Madrid to hone their skills and […]
GWCL to begin controlled spillage from Weija dam amid rising water levels
By Sarah Baafi Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced plans to commence controlled spillage from the Weija Dam as water levels rise due to the rainy season. In a letter dated April 7, 2025, signed by Regional Chief Manager Charles Tulashie, GWL warned that delaying the spillage could compromise the dam’s structural integrity and pose […]
Shatta Wale storms Nima with Peller
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Ghanaian reggae-dancehall artist, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known popularly as Shatta Wale has visited Nima with Nigerian online streamer and content creator, Habeeb Hanzat popularly known as Peller in the late hours of Friday, April 11. The visit aimed to introduce Peller to Shatta Wale’s fans. Accompanied by a police escort, […]
Vinicius Junior rejects €1billion offer from Saudi Arabia, commits to new contract with Real Madrid – Reports
By Kwame Bediako Vinicius Junior, has reportedly rejected an offer coming in from Saudi Arabia. According to reports from Cadena SER, the Brazilian forward has rejected a lucrative €1billion offer from Saudi Arabia and commit to a new contract with Real Madrid. This news has sparked widespread interest, especially given his prominence on the global […]
GGSA to become Revenue-Generating Commercial Hub – Lands Minister
By Felix Cofie The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has pledged government’s full support for the transformation of the Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) into a commercially viable and self-sustaining institution. During his first official visit to the GGSA since assuming office, the Minister expressed concern over the Authority’s continued […]
My Healthy Baker’ initiative Brings Free Health Screening to 7,750 Bakers across Ghana
To boost hygiene standards and promote public health within Ghana’s bakery industry, Olam Agri and Twentyth Consult in collaboration with the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council, the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA and various Municipal Assemblies, has rolled out a national health initiative dubbed “My Healthy Baker.” The campaign, now underway in Accra, is targeting […]
Global Execution Surge Casts Shadow Over Africa’s Capital Punishment Debate
By Nana Karikari Analysis by Nana Karikari, Senior International Affairs and Political Analyst In a chilling new report, Amnesty International has warned that state executions worldwide have hit record highs for the first time in a decade. And the grim numbers don’t lie, with visible executions topping 1,500 in 2024 alone. Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia […]
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah Defends Parliamentary Oversight Amid Minority concerns
By Deborah Pofara Luu In a dramatic turn of events, operatives from the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) attempted to arrest Rev. Ntim Fordjour, the Ranking Member of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, at his residence. This move has been met with strong opposition from the minority caucus, who claim it is an attempt to intimidate […]
Five Arrested for Illegal Mining on River Fum in Assin North
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The Central North Police Regional Command’s Anti- Galamsey Taskforce has arrested five suspects involved in illegal mining activities on river Fum at Assin Ayitey, a farming community near Assin Akonfudi in the Assin North Constituency on April 7, 2025. The suspects include two Ghanaians and three Chinese nationals. The Ghanaian suspects […]
Liverpool close to securing new contract with Mohamed Salah
By Kwame Bediako Liverpool are making progress in their negotiations with Mohamed Salah, with talks progressing well despite no final agreement being reached yet. According to BBC Sport, the club is optimistic about securing a new deal, keeping hopes high that the Egyptian star will stay at Anfield beyond the end of the season. The […]
Government and Global Group International Holdings discuss technology-driven development
By Hannah Dadzie The Chairman of Global Group International Holdings Limited, Dr. Johnny Hon, has reaffirmed his organisation’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s development agenda through strategic investments across various sectors. Dr. Hon made this known when he paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa on April 8, 2025, at […]
Comply with Audit Committee or have your Mining Licenses revoked — Lands and Natural Resources Minister Warns
By Felix Cofie The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has inaugurated a 10-member committee tasked with auditing all licenses issued by the Minerals Commission to small-scale miners. The committee’s primary role is to ensure that every license was acquired through due process and continues to meet environmental, legal, and operational standards. […]
ACHIMOTA Forest to Remain Intact- Lands Minister Assures
By Felix Cofie The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to preserving the Achimota Forest, describing it as the only remaining greenbelt in Accra. He also announced a critical review of Executive Instrument (EI) 144 and Legislative Instrument (LI) 2462, which previously declassified parts of the forest and […]
Government Reaffirms Commitment to Training Youth in Alternative Livelihoods to Combat Illegal Mining
By Felix Cofie The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Mr. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to equipping young Ghanaians with practical skills through the National Alternative Employment and Livelihood Programme (NAELP) as part of efforts to curb illegal mining activities. Speaking during a working visit to the NAELP Head Office in […]
