Iran’s new supreme leader vows to block Strait of Hormuz in first statement
Iran will continue blocking the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s busiest oil shipping channel, according to a statement attributed to Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. His message was broadcast on Iranian state TV, but Khamenei did not appear in person. His message was instead read out by a newsreader. Iran would “avenge the blood” […]
Man shot dead by security after ramming car into Michigan synagogue
The man, who was armed with rifle, rammed his car into the synagogue building in a Detroit suburb before being fatally shot by security. A man armed with a rifle who rammed his vehicle into a major synagogue in Michigan has been shot dead by security. No deaths or injuries were reported other than one […]
COCOBOD to distribute 27,000 sprayers and 89,000 PPEs to support cocoa farmers
By Ashiadey Dotse The Board Chairman of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, says the board will soon distribute about 27,000 motorised spraying machines and 89,000 personal protective equipment (PPE) items to cocoa farmers across the country to support their farming activities. He made the announcement during a meeting with cocoa farmers […]
Minority demands GH¢113m refund for failed security applicants
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ranking Member on Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, John Ntim Fordjour, is demanding a refund of about GH¢113 million collected from applicants who failed to qualify in the recent security service recruitment exercise. According to him, the money was taken from applicants even though the government knew that only a limited […]
Trump welcomes Iran to World Cup 2026 with chilling life and Safety threat
By Kwame Bediako United States President Donald Trump has thrown the 2026 World Cup into turmoil with a provocative statement on Iran’s participation, welcoming the national team while issuing a stark warning about their safety. “The Iran National Soccer Team is welcome to The World Cup, but I really don’t believe it is appropriate that […]
Shatta Wale and John Legend collaborate on ‘Ain’t Nobody’
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., has announced a collaboration with Grammy-winning American singer John Legend on a new single titled “Ain’t Nobody,” set to be released on March 20, 2026. According to him, the global collaboration blends African beats with soul. He made the announcement […]
YEA boss urges students to build networks and skills at Empower Vault Summit
By Lindsay Abbey Mensah The Chief Executive of the Youth Employment Agency, Malik Basintale, has urged tertiary students to identify their purpose, build valuable networks and develop the skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive global economy. Mr Basintale made the remarks at the Empower Vault Summit 2026 held in Accra. The summit featured panel […]
IEA authorises release of 400 million barrels of oil as Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global supply
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The International Energy Agency (IEA) agreed Wednesday, 11 March 2026 to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves to address the massive supply disruption caused by the United States and Israel war with Iran. The decision marks the largest coordinated stock release in the more than […]
Medikal visits Youth Minister after appointment as anti-drug campaign ambassador
Ghanaian award-winning rapper Medikal paid a courtesy visit to the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, following his appointment as an ambassador for the National Youth Authority’s “Red Means Stop” anti-drug campaign. The meeting highlighted efforts to strengthen collaboration between the creative industry and government in tackling substance abuse among young people […]
Women must rise and lead- Salaga South MP tells young Muslim women
By Ashiadey Dotse Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has encouraged young Muslim women to believe in themselves and prepare to take up leadership roles in Ghana. She made the call during an event called Light of Her Deen, an intimate Ramadan iftar and mentorship gathering for young Muslim women. Speaking as […]
Salaga South MP highlights development efforts, women’s leadership at Ramadan mentorship event
By Ashiadey Dotse The Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has outlined several development initiatives for her constituency while encouraging young Muslim women to pursue education and leadership. She spoke at Light of Her Deen, a Ramadan iftar and mentorship gathering for young Muslim women. Addressing the gathering on Wednesday, March 11, […]
ECOWAS moves to deepen citizen participation with ECOSOCC platform
By Alex Adi The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is taking steps to increase citizen involvement in regional governance through the operationalisation of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOCC). The initiative is the focus of a three-day validation meeting of experts and ministers currently taking place in Accra. ECOSOCC is being established as […]
ShattaFest in London this year, August 3- Shatta Wale
By Wilhelmina Abanonave Popular Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale, has revealed plans to stage Shatta Fest in London this year despite facing challenges with investors. According to him, he has been personally funding many of his projects after some investors became frustrated by what he described as misleading information. “Investors have been repeat victims of […]
Mahama to break ground for Ghana’s first farmer services centre to drive agricultural transformation
President John Dramani Mahama will officially perform the sod-cutting ceremony for Ghana’s first Farmer Services Centre (FSC) at Takoratwene in the Kwahu Afram Plains South District, marking a significant milestone in the country’s drive to modernize agriculture and position Ghana as Africa’s emerging agricultural hub. The project forms part of the government’s 24-Hour Economy Programme […]
