$22.6m World Bank support to boost Ghana’s food security – Ato Forson
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, says a $22.6m World Bank loan under the West Africa Food System Resilience Project (FSRP) will significantly strengthen Ghana’s food security and help address long-standing structural challenges in the agricultural sector. Dr Forson made this known during a working tour of Golden […]
Ghana and diaspora split over State approval of passport for US YouTube star IShowSpeed
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Following the global whirlwind of United States YouTube star IShowSpeed’s “Speed Does Africa” tour, the dust has settled on a visit that transitioned from a viral spectacle into a landmark case study for national identity. The month-long journey, which spanned 20 territories, reached a fever pitch during its […]
Minority Leader commends GBC Social Media Department for competing strongly in digital space
By: Sarah Baafi The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has commended the Social Media Department of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) for what he described as its exceptional performance in Ghana’s evolving media space, particularly highlighting the dedication of young people many of whom are interns, service personnel, and volunteers driving the Corporation’s digital […]
Banknote bouquets could land you in jail for seven years- Kenya’s central bank
Kenya’s central bank has warned people to stop using banknotes to make floral-like bouquets and decorations, which has become a trend in the East African nation. They are often ordered in the run-up to Valentine’s Day – and have been popularised by celebrities and online influencers, who share videos of themselves presenting such bouquets during […]
Water and food security are inseparable; Agriculture must be central – FAO Deputy Director-General
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Deputy Director-General, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, Beth Bechdol, has called on governments to ensure that agriculture is placed at the center of water policy and governance. According to her, water security and food security are inseparable, and for that reason, agriculture must be at the center […]
Ghana’s petroleum revenue drops to $399.65m in second half of 2025 – BoG
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ghana’s petroleum revenue declined in the second half of 2025, with total inflows into the Petroleum Holding Fund (PHF) amounting to US$399.65 million, according to the latest semi-annual report from the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The report, published under the Petroleum Revenue Management Act (Act 815), covers the period July […]
‘Bad Bunny’s half-time show will unite people’
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says Bad Bunny’s half-time show at Super Bowl 60 will “unite” the United States after President Trump claimed his performance would “sow hatred”. The Puerto Rican pop star is this year’s headliner for the set, with this weekend’s championship game in Santa Clara, California, expected to be watched by more than […]
Cancer No Longer a Financial Death Sentence? Ghana Medical Trust Fund Offers New Hope
By Akua Barden For thousands of Ghanaian families, a cancer diagnosis has long meant more than a health crisis it has meant financial ruin. But the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, launched in 2025, is seeking to change that narrative by easing the crushing cost of cancer and other chronic diseases while expanding access to specialist […]
Paris prosecutors raid France offices of Elon Musk’s X
Police specialising in combating cyber-crime, assisted by Europol, have raided the offices of Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, in France. The Paris prosecutor said it related to an investigation into the content recommended by X’s algorithm, which had subsequently been widened to include its controversial AI chatbot, Grok. The prosecutor’s office added both Musk […]
Ghana suspends citizenship process for people of African descent
Ghana has paused citizenship applications for members of the African diaspora in order to make the system more accessible and user friendly. Since 2016, those who can prove their ancestors came from Africa have been able to get Ghanaian nationality. It was primarily aimed at the descendants of those who were victims of the transatlantic […]
Ghana’s culture will shake the 2026 World Cup – Antoine Semenyo
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Manchester City ace Antoine Semenyo predicts a tidal wave of Black Stars supporters will electrify the 2026 World Cup, turning North American venues into home turf. Locked into Africa’s nine slots for the 48-team extravaganza across the US, Canada, and Mexico, Ghana faces a daunting Group L: powerhouses England, 2018 runners-up […]
African media leaders urge young journalists to defend truth and identity
By Mabel Adorkor Annang African media and diplomatic leaders have urged young journalists across the continent to embrace responsible journalism and actively counter misinformation, warning that Africa’s identity and stability are increasingly under threat in the digital age. The call was made at the opening of the 62nd training course for 20 young African journalists […]
SpaceX to take over Elon Musk’s AI firm
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is taking over his artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, as the billionaire continues to unify some of his many business interests. SpaceX confirmed the deal to acquire xAI, a smaller firm known for its Grok chatbot, posting a memo from Musk about the merger on its website. Terms of the deal were not […]
Bawumia not responsible for Pwalugu Dam Project delays – Ayine
By Peter Agengre The Upper East Regional Communicator of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Johnson Ayine, has said that former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia should not be blamed for delays in the Pwalugu Multipurpose Dam Project. The Pwalugu Dam is a major national infrastructure initiative designed to provide irrigation, hydroelectric power, and water supply, […]
