Research fellow urges AMA to regulate transport fares during Christmas
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei A research fellow at the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), Dr Derrick Kwaku Antwi, has appealed to the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) to take urgent steps to curb what he describes as unjustified increases in transport fares during the Christmas season. In an open letter addressed to the AMA Chief […]
ECOWAS endorses President Mahama for AU Chair in 2027
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has endorsed President John Dramani Mahama as its candidate for the position of Chairperson of the African Union in 2027. The endorsement was unanimously approved by the Authority of Heads of State and Government, following earlier support expressed by ECOWAS foreign affairs ministers at a meeting in […]
Benin coup suspect’s escape may heighten regional tensions – Analyst
Richard Kumadoe, fraud and security analyst, has warned that the escape of Benin coup leader Lieutenant-Colonel Pascal Tigri could deepen political divisions amid West Africa’s existing security and ideological tensions. He said the development may further strain relations between nations maintaining close ties with France and those seeking to reduce Paris’ influence in the region. […]
Gastro Feastival 2025 wraps up with food, music and agribusiness focus
Ghana’s largest food festival, Gastro Feastival 2025, has ended after a two-day showcase of culinary experiences, live entertainment and agribusiness dialogue at The Palms Convention Centre in Accra. Organised by Charterhouse to coincide with the Farmers’ Day weekend, the event attracted thousands of food lovers, families and industry stakeholders, with free admission for patrons. Attendees […]
MoGCSP convenes National Men’s Conference to advance gender equality
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ghana has taken a major step toward strengthening its response to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) with the convening of a National Men’s Conference on Positive Masculinity, organised by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) in collaboration with UNFPA. Together policymakers, Members of Parliament, traditional and faith […]
Tourism Ministry engages World Bank on sector development
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has held discussions with a delegation from the World Bank aimed at strengthening Ghana’s tourism, culture and creative arts sector. During the engagement, the Minister expressed appreciation for the World Bank’s continued support, while outlining key challenges confronting the […]
Ghana’s legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba finally laid to rest amid last-minute legal tussle
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The iconic Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi, the Ashanti Region, became the stage for Ghana’s most dramatic farewell. Thousands of mourners converged on the venue, transforming the atmosphere with the bittersweet sound of highlife—a melody of national grief and determined celebration. This was not just a funeral […]
Daddy Lumba‘s final funeral rites held in Kumasi
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu Burial rites for the late highlife superstar, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, is taking place today, December 13, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. The remains of the musician are lying in state in a wine-coloured casket, with a veil covering his face, under tight police protection. […]
Readers Bay Foundation donates storybooks to Asesewa Methodist Primary and JHS
The Readers Bay Foundation has donated a collection of storybooks to Asesewa Methodist Primary and Junior High School in the Upper Manya Krobo District of the Eastern Region. The initiative forms part of efforts to promote literacy and improve access to learning materials in rural schools. The donation took place on Friday, December 12, 2025, […]
Ghanaian National ‘Abu Trica’ indicted in US over alleged $8m romance scam
By Seli Baisie A Ghanaian National, Frederick Kumi, also known as Emmanuel Kojo Baah Obeng or Abu Trica, has been indicted in the United States for allegedly defrauding elderly victims of over $8 million through romance scams dating back to 2023. The 31-year-old from Swedru was arrested in Ghana on Thursday, December 11, 2025, following […]
5 others charged alongside Ken Ofori-Atta for causing financial loss granted GH¢250 million bail in SML case
Five persons charged alongside former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta for allegedly causing financial loss of more than GH¢1.4 billion in the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) contract saga have pleaded not guilty to charges filed by the Special Prosecutor. The accused persons in the case are Emmanuel Kofi Nti and Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah – both former Commissioner-Generals […]
Ethiopia arrests ‘indecently’ dressed TikTok stars after awards ceremony
Ethiopian police have arrested a sixth popular TikTok creator days after five other influencers were detained over allegations of wearing “indecent attire” at a public event in the culturally conservative country. Adonay Berhane, 25, is a lifestyle and motivational creator with close to four million followers, who was named “TikToker of the Year” at the […]
World Cup ticket prices ‘monumental betrayal’ say fans’ group
Supporters hoping to attend next year’s World Cup final face paying thousands of pounds for the cheapest ticket. Fans’ group Football Supporters Europe has said it is “astonished” by Fifa’s “extortionate” pricing strategy, and called for ticket sales to be “halted immediately”. Fifa has not yet commented on its pricing decisions. BBC Sport understands tickets […]
Austria bans headscarves in schools for under-14s
Austria has passed a law banning headscarves in schools for girls under the age of 14. The conservative-led coalition of three centrist parties, the ÖVP, the SPÖ and the Neos, says the law is a “clear commitment to gender equality”, but critics say it will fuel anti-Muslim feeling in the country and could be unconstitutional. […]
