Ghana warns against all non-essential travel to Middle East as tensions escalate
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Government of Ghana has officially advised its citizens to suspend all non-essential travel to the Middle East following a significant escalation in military hostilities involving Iran. The travel advisory, issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration on Saturday, 28th February 2026, comes as the […]
Iran begins 40-day mourning after Khamenei killed in US-Israeli attack
Iran has begun 40 days of mourning after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in ongoing attacks by the United States and Israel, according to Iranian state media. Top security officials were also killed in Saturday’s strikes, along with Khamenei’s daughter, son-in-law and grandson. The killings mark one of the most significant blows to Iran’s leadership […]
Ghana Embassy in Doha orders citizens to take shelter after missile strikes
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Embassy of Ghana in Doha issued an emergency security advisory on Saturday, February 28, 2026, ordering its citizens to seek immediate cover following a series of missile strikes that shook the Qatari capital. The directive marks a significant escalation in diplomatic urgency as the Middle East grapples […]
Brako-Powers urges Randy Abbey to choose between COCOBOD role and Black Stars position
By: Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Private legal practitioner Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers has called on COCOBOD Chief Executive Randy Abbey to choose between fully maintaining his role at COCOBOD or stepping down as Chairman of Black Stars Management Committee. According to the lawyer, there is a growing crisis at COCOBOD, and Dr Abbey’s dual role as CEO […]
Ghana economic reset faces implementation test as Mahama enters critical second year
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent In his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), President John Mahama balanced glowing macroeconomic data with a populist crackdown on mining financiers and a bold Pan-African pivot. This “Resetting Ghana” agenda, delivered on February 27 at the one-year mark of his second, non-consecutive term, was less a […]
Treat journalists as essential partners, not just messengers – Peter Finn
By Michael Kofi Kenetey FINN Partners, a global communications and marketing agency delivering strategic counsel and creative solutions across health, technology, consumer and social impact sectors, yesterday launched the Africa Health Media Trends Report 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. The report revealed that African health journalism is under unprecedented strain due to escalating public health challenges. […]
Ghana, Ukraine deepen defence pact discussions as 55 Ghanaians die in Russia’s war
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent For decades, African diplomacy has been defined by a policy of non-alignment, a careful balancing act between the geopolitical interests of Russia in the East and the Western alliance. However, as the Russia-Ukraine war enters a brutal new phase, that neutrality is being punctured by a grim reality […]
Extradition process begins in US against Ken Ofori-Atta
By Ashiadey Dotse Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has revealed that extradition proceedings have begun in the United States against former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. The development was disclosed in court on Thursday, February 26, 2026, during the hearing of a criminal case involving Ofori-Atta and seven other accused persons. According to the OSP, two separate […]
Unpaid Nurses and Midwives demand answers over ‘disappearing’ salary arrears
By Amoako Kwame The Coalition of Unpaid Nurses and Midwives Ghana has raised concerns over alleged long-standing salary arrears owed to its members, claiming the amounts have mysteriously disappeared from official payment vouchers and calling for government accountability. In a statement dated February 26, 2026, the coalition said the development has left affected nurses and […]
Vivo Energy witness admits fuel sold at Atimpoku Shell was mixed with water
By Ashiadey Dotse A retailer at the Atimpoku Shell Filling Station, operated by Vivo Energy, has told the High Court in Accra that petrol sold to a customer in August 2022 was mixed with water. The admission was made during cross-examination of the company’s first defence witness, John Delase-Michael, in a case filed by businessman […]
Ghana, Austria deepen security and economic cooperation amid regional instability
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana and Austria are expanding cooperation in peacekeeping, military training and sustainable development as both countries respond to evolving security threats and seek to unlock new economic opportunities in West Africa. This emerged at the opening of the Second Session of the Ghana–Austria Political Consultations held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]
Lupita Nyong’o launches uterine fibroids research campaign after tumour recurrence
By Seli Baisie Oscar-winning wining actress Lupita Nyong’o says her uterine fibroids have returned, with multiple new growths causing persistent pain. She is now collaborating with the Foundation for Women’s Health to support research into less invasive treatment options and improve care for women affected by the condition. Speaking in an interview on the TODAY […]
Nigeria to hold inquest into death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s toddler
An inquest into the death of Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s 21-month-old son will formally begin on 14 April. The date was set during a preliminary hearing at the Yaba Magistrate Court in Lagos, roughly seven weeks after Nkanu Nnamdi Esege died at a Euracare hospital. Adiche and her family have accused Euracare of negligence, […]
GoldBod, Lands Ministry to lead land restoration in mining areas – Finance Minister
By Magdalene Andoh The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is partnering with the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources to strengthen land reclamation efforts in mining areas across the country. Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson announced that the partnership aims to promote sustainable mining practices and formalise Ghana’s gold business sector. The initiative forms part of […]
