Black Queens to open WAFCON build-up at Pinks Ladies Cup in UAE
By: Belinda Nketia Ghana’s Black Queens will begin preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with participation in the Pinks Ladies Cup in the United Arab Emirates later this month. The invitational tournament will run from February 28 to March 6 and will feature Ghana, Russia, Hong Kong, and Tanzania. It will give […]
Aid workers missing after airstrikes hit South Sudan hospital
An unknown number of aid workers are missing after air strikes hit a hospital in South Sudan, near the Ethiopian border, a charity group says. The hospital, run by medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) in Jonglei state, “was hit in an air strike by the government of South Sudan forces during the night on […]
Remaining worshippers kidnapped in Nigeria church abduction freed
SOURCE: BBC NEWS All the worshippers kidnapped by gunmen from churches in a village in Nigeria’s northern Kaduna state have now been released more than a fortnight after their abduction, according to officials. Gunmen raided Kurmin Wali on 18th January as services were going on. Residents told the BBC that 177 people were taken away […]
Tekpetey’s instant impact seals Supercup glory for Ludogorets
BY: AARON NII KWARTE QUARTEY Ghanaian forward, Bernard Tekpetey, delivered a moment of magic to hand Ludogorets Razgrad the Bulgarian Supercup, needing just one minute on the pitch to decide the final. Introduced in the 69th minute in place of Erick Marcus, Tekpetey wasted no time making his presence felt. Barely a minute after coming […]
AfCFTA can’t succeed without women – Juliet Ibrahim
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Actress and entrepreneur Juliet Ibrahim has made a strong case for women’s inclusion in Africa’s economic transformation, declaring that the continent cannot achieve prosperity if women are sidelined in the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking at the African Prosperity Dialogue in Accra, Juliet Ibrahim emphasized […]
I am a direct beneficiary of India’s investment in human capital – Minister of fisheries
By Seli Baisie Ghana has benefited significantly from India’s long-term investment in human capital, according to the Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emelia Arthur. Speaking at the India–Ghana Partnership Day held on February 4, 2026, at the Indian High Commission in Accra, the Minister described India’s approach to capacity building as a cornerstone of effective […]
Police arrest three in Kwabenya home robbery
By Brain Akutei-Azu Mateko Three suspects have been arrested by the Ghana Police Service in connection with a robbery at Kwabenya in the Greater Accra Region, following an intelligence-led operation by the National Operations Directorate (NOD) Surveillance Unit. The robbery occurred on January 18, 2026, when two armed men attacked a residence in Kwabenya and […]
Ghana launches parliamentary caucus on immunisation
Ghana has, for decades, been an example of great success, with immunisation coverage consistently exceeding 95%. Recent localised outbreaks of measles and rubella in 2023 and 2024 have, however, revealed the fragility in sustaining the country’s immunisation coverage accomplishments. To help develop sustainable financing solutions for acquiring vaccines, and to ensure the timely release of […]
Korle Klottey Assembly suspends burials at Osu Cemetery over illegal exhumations and sale of plots
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KoKMA) has suspended all burials at the Osu Cemetery with immediate effect following confirmed reports of illegal exhumations, desecration of human remains, and the unauthorised sale of burial plots. The decision was announced by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Alfred Ato Allotey-Gaisie, through a statement […]
What President Mahama wrote in Zambian National Assembly visitors’ book
The President, John Dramani Mahama, says he feels “greatly honoured” to address the National Assembly during his state visit to the country. In a message in the Assembly’s visitors’ book, President Mahama expressed his hope that the visit would rekindle the historic friendship between Ghana and Zambia, which has existed since both countries gained independence […]
Ghana is taking action to improve economy and public services – President Mahama
Ghana has chosen “execution over excuses and is digitalising public services to fight corruption”, President John Dramani Mahama has said. He made the remarks when addressing the National Assembly of Zambia in Lusaka on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Speaking about the Accra Reset Initiative, President Mahama said Africa must take control of its own development. […]
Majority Caucus presents GH¢100,000 to wife of late Ayawaso East MP
BY VALENTIA TETTEH The Majority Caucus in Parliament has presented one hundred thousand Ghana cedis (GH¢100,000) to the wife of the late Member of Parliament for the Ayawaso East Constituency, Mahama Naser Toure, as a show of solidarity and support. The donation was made during a visit by members of the caucus to the family’s […]
First Lady Lordina Mahama holds tete-a-tete with Zambian counterpart
First Lady Mrs Lordina Mahama today held an inspiring meeting with her Zambian counterpart, Mrs Mutinta Hichilema, in what was a display of cross-border sisterhood and collaboration. The two leaders held meaningful discussions about their ongoing initiatives and explored opportunities to support each other’s work. Key highlights from the meeting included sharing their experiences with […]
Boy drowns in stagnant pool at road construction site in Sunyani West
By John Sam-Arthur A 15-year-old boy, Mattew Mahama, has drowned in a stagnant pool of water at Atwimaminaso near Fiapre in the Bono Region. The incident occurred at a section of the Sunyani outer ring road, which is currently under construction. According to reports, the boy and some of his friends had gone swimming in […]
