Syria seeks to sever last Iran-linked networks for smuggling arms and cash
After ousting Assad, Syria’s new rulers have been stamping out the “land bridge” that Iran used to project regional power by arming Hezbollah and other allies. From the front seat of a black GMC truck, Maher Ziwani, the Syrian army commander overseeing this stretch of the border with Lebanon, radioed ahead to check the safety […]
Vybz Kartel shuts down New York City after 20-year return
When asked where he was most excited to perform after finally regaining his freedom following a 13-year prison stint, Vybz Kartel responded, “The entire Caribbean and New York — that’s Jamaica outside of Jamaica!” In the eight months since he walked out of prison, the King of Dancehall has barely taken a minute to sit down. To […]
Algeria to expel 12 French embassy officials
Algeria has asked 12 French embassy staff to leave the country within 48 hours, France’s foreign minister has said. Jean-Noel Barrot added that it was linked to the indictment of three Algerians in France on Friday, one of whom is a consular official. They are accused of involvement in the abduction last year of Amir […]
Brice Oligui Nguema elected president of Gabon with strong majority
By Magdalene Andoh Brice Oligui Nguema has been elected President of Gabon with 90.35% of the votes, according to provisional results from the country’s recent presidential election. This result gives President Nguema a strong mandate from the people, less than two years after he led a peaceful transition of power that ended the Bongo family’s […]
US shifts stance on tech tariffs: Impact on African markets
By Nana Karikari, Senior International Affairs and Political Analyst In a significant reversal, the United States has taken steps to exempt critical electronicmerchandise, including smartphones and computers, from its “reciprocal” tariffs. Thisdecision gives US tech companies and consumers a sigh of relief. The US Customs andBorder Protection (CBP) posted a notice late Friday clarifying that these […]
Christians commemorate Palm Sunday today
Christians across Ghana have joined millions around the world in celebrating Palm Sunday today, April 13, 2025, a significant event on the Christian liturgical calendar that marks the beginning of Holy Week. Palm Sunday, also known as Passion Sunday, commemorates the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, just days before His crucifixion. According to […]
Ghana Federation of American Football officially incorporated: NFL star Jeremy Owusu-Koramoah to lead
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Federation of American Football (GFAF), led by Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, has taken a significant step forward with its official incorporation. This development marks a crucial milestone in the growth and development of American football in Ghana. With a clear leadership structure in place, the federation is poised to drive the sport’s […]
GBA President urges legal practitioners to support investment drive in Volta and Oti Regions
By Jones Anlimah The President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Mrs. Efua Ghartey, has called on legal practitioners in the Volta and Oti regions to offer sound legal advice to investors in order to enhance investment opportunities in the two regions. Speaking at the maiden Volta and Oti Regional Bar Homecoming, held under the […]
Police Ladies crowned Southern Zone champions in the Women’s Premier League
By Kwame Bediako Police Ladies has been crowned the champion of the Southern Zone in the Women’s Premier League after a thrilling 2-0 victory over Epiphany. This impressive win marked the culmination of an outstanding campaign, with the team winning 11 games, drawing 6, and losing only once in 18 games played. Their dominant performance […]
President Mahama launches Feed Ghana Programme to reset agriculture for national growth
By Celestine Avi President John Mahama has officially launched the ambitious Feed Ghana Programme, his administration’s flagship agricultural policy. The programme aims to secure Ghana’s food future, create jobs, and boost agro-industrial development. Speaking at the launch event at Techiman in the Bono East Region, he described Ghana’s agricultural sector as being at a critical […]
No tech company will receive a license without a physical presence in Ghana -Minister of Communications
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Mr. Samuel Nartey George, has stated that no tech company will be granted a license without establishing a physical presence in Ghana. The Minister’s statement appears to be a direct message to Elon Musk’s satellite internet company, Starlink, which is reported to have commenced operations […]
Suspension of retirement contract: Go and set up private consultancy firms – Martin Kpebu to skilled retirees
By Ashiadey Dotse Private legal practitioner, Lawyer Martin Kpebu, has urged skilled retirees who are no longer eligible for contract extensions in public service to consider setting up their own private consultancy firms. He explained that this would allow their expertise to still be utilized while creating space for younger professionals to take over in […]
Retirement after 60 requires legal process and justification – Appiah-Kubi
By Ashiadey Dotse Former Member of Parliament for Asante Akim North, Andy Appiah-Kubi, has stressed that any public servant who wishes to continue working after turning 60 must follow the law and provide valid reasons for an extension. Speaking on TV3’s The Key Points program on Saturday, April 12, 2025, Mr. Appiah-Kubi said the law […]
MTN’s SME Accelerate Programme: A strategic game-changer for Ghana’s SME space- Margaret Ansei
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), Ms. Margaret Ansei, has commended telecom giant MTN Ghana for launching an initiative dubbed the MTN SME Accelerate Programme, aimed at addressing the digital challenges faced by players in Ghana’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) ecosystem. Ms. Ansei described the […]
