Ablekuma North re-election predictable- Lawyer Theophilus Dzimega Jnr
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah Lawyer Theophilus Dzimega Jnr has described the upcoming re-election in Ablekuma North, set for Friday, July 11, 2025, as highly predictable, suggesting a strong likelihood of victory for the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Speaking during an interview on GTV’s Breakfast Show on Monday, July 7, 2025, he expressed confidence in the […]
Thomas Partey rape charges shake Ghana’s World Cup hopes and Arsenal legacy
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey’s rape and sexual assault charges in the United Kingdom pose a significant threat to the Ghana Black Stars and English football. The possible absence of Partey, a cornerstone player, could heavily impact Ghana’s morale and performance in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations […]
Central Nairobi sealed off ahead of Kenyan protests
Kenya’s security forces have blocked all major roads leading into central Nairobi, ahead of planned nationwide protests. Much of the city centre is deserted, with businesses shut and a heavy security presence on the streets. Some schools have advised students to stay at home. Hundreds of early-morning commuters and overnight travellers were stranded at checkpoints, […]
Police probe killing of Bimbilla SHS student during fire festival
The police in the Northern Region have launched investigations into the tragic killing of Fatima Abukari, an 18-year-old student of Bimbilla Senior High School. She was shot during the Fire Festival in Bimbilla, Nanumba North Municipality, on Saturday, July 5. Fatima was struck by a stray bullet while patrons of the festival were marching in […]
Uganda’s 80-year-old president in bid to extend 40-year rule
Uganda’s long-serving president, Yoweri Museveni, 80, has been declared the governing party’s candidate in next year’s presidential election, opening the way for him to seek to extend his nearly 40 years in power. In his acceptance speech, Museveni said that he had responded to the call and, if elected, would press ahead with his mission […]
Parliament to sit on Mondays and Saturdays to clear backlog before July 12 adjournment
Parliament will begin extended sittings from Monday, July 7, 2025, as the House moves to complete pending legislative business ahead of its scheduled adjournment on Saturday, July 12, 2025. The announcement was made by the Majority Leader, Mr Mahama Ayariga, when he presented the Business Statement for the seventh week on the floor of the […]
Julius Debrah inaugurates team to draft bold new anti-corruption strategy
By Celestine Avi Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has launched a fresh charge against systemic corruption with the inauguration of a working group to draft Ghana’s second National Anti-Corruption Strategy, citing a clear mandate from President John Dramani Mahama to deliver “a beating, impactful rhythm” in the nation’s anti-corruption space. Speaking at the Presidency, Mr. […]
US deports eight men to South Sudan after legal battle
The US has deported eight people to South Sudan following a legal battle that saw them diverted to Djibouti for several weeks. The men – convicted of crimes including murder, sexual assault and robbery – had either completed or were near the end of their prison sentences. Only one of the eight is from South […]
More HIV patients not on treatment – New report reveals
More than half of the people living with HIV/AIDS have not sought the life-saving antiretroviral therapy treatment, the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has revealed. In its 2024 national and sub-national HIV estimates and projections, the commission reports that 334,721 people living with HIV, accounting for 47 per cent of that population, are currently on antiretroviral […]
SHS girl shot dead at Bimbilla Fire Festival celebration
A young girl whose name has been given as Fatima has been shot dead at the Fire Festival in Bimbilla, within the Nanumba North Municipality of the Northern Region. According to a reporter with Beat FM, Mohammed Abdul-Rashid Natogmah, Fatima, a year two student of the Bimbilla Senior High School, was hit by a stray […]
China, Ghana mark 65 years of diplomatic ties
By Lindsay Abbey Today marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of Ghana. Ghana was one of the earliest African countries to establish diplomatic ties with China. Over the years, the two nations have built a strong and growing bilateral relationship, particularly in […]
Jota and André go home today: Family, friends and teammates pay final respects
By Kwame Bediako Family, friends, and teammates gathered in Gondomar, Portugal, on Saturday morning to attend the funerals of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. The two brothers tragically lost their lives in a car crash near Zamora, Spain, in the early hours of Thursday, July 3, 2025. The somber ceremony marked a poignant […]
GTA launches 2024 report: Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park tops list of most visited sites
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has officially launched its 2024 Tourism Report, offering an analysis of the country’s tourism sector and revealing the most visited attractions nationwide. The launch event, held yesterday, brought together government officials and tourism stakeholders, including Member of Parliament, Hon Yussif JaJah Issaka, Deputy CEO of Ghana […]
Education Minister facilitates AC Milan trials for five young Ghanaian footballers
By: Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Education Minister and prominent football administrator, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has successfully arranged trials for five promising young Ghanaian players at Italian Serie A giants AC Milan. The players, all under-16 talents from clubs owned by Iddrisu, will spend about one month training and showcasing their skills with the prestigious European club […]
