Guinness Ghana elevates TGMA prestige with GH₵100,000 Album/EP of the Year prize package
By Godwin Aklika Guinness Ghana has taken a significant step to deepen its commitment to Ghana’s creative industry by introducing an enhanced prize package for the Album/EP of the Year category at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards. The announcement, made ahead of the 27th edition of the awards, signals a renewed focus on rewarding artistic […]
Seven Police officers promoted for bravery in Tema MoMo robbery response
The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted seven officers of the Tema Regional Police Command in recognition of their outstanding performance during a recent anti-robbery operation. The promotions, announced on April 14, 2026, follow the officers’ swift and courageous response to a robbery attack on a Mobile Money vendor at Tema Community 5. […]
Moliy becomes first Ghanaian to be nominated for Best Afrobeats Artist
By Seli Baisie Ghanaian-American singer Moliy has made history after earning a nomination at the 52nd American Music Awards (AMAs), becoming the first Ghanaian to be recognised in the Best Afrobeats Artist category. The nomination places Moliy among some of the biggest names in African music, including Burna Boy, Rema, Wizkid and Tyla, highlighting her […]
Togo leads African Union drive for UN map showing Africa’s true size
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Togo is spearheading a diplomatic movement to overhaul how the world views the African continent. The West African nation plans to ask United Nations member states to adopt a world map that more accurately reflects the true size of Africa. This initiative seeks to officially abandon the 16th-century […]
Fela Kuti makes history as first African to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Legendary Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has made history as the first African artist to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Fela will be honoured in the early influence category this year, along with Queen Latifah, rapper MC Lyte, country rocker Gram Parsons, and Cuban singer Celia Cruz. The honorees were revealed […]
250 missing after migrant boat sinks in Indian Ocean
About 250 Rohingya and Bangladeshis, including children, are missing after their boat capsized last week in the Andaman Sea, according to the United Nations’ refugee and migration agencies. The trawler, which had departed from Bangladesh and was bound for Malaysia, “reportedly sank due to heavy winds, rough seas and overcrowding”, the agencies said. It is […]
Bolga-Bawku road: Mahama Ayariga assures youth of Queiroz Galvao’s return
By: Peter Agengre The Majority Leader in Parliament and Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has assured residents in Bolgatanga and Zuarungu that construction work on the Bolgatanga–Bawku–Pulmakom road will soon resume following recent disruptions. His assurance comes on the back of growing frustration among local youth, who have staged protests over the deteriorating condition of the road, […]
GoldBod donates GHS 86,454 to support 10-year-old brain tumour patient
By: Jennifer Nerkie Kenney The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has donated GHS 86,454 to support the treatment of 10-year-old Regina Agyeiwaa, who is battling a brain tumour at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital on April 14, 2026. The amount was presented by Mrs. Gloria Precious Ankomah, Head of the Special Intervention Programme, to fund two life-saving […]
North Tongu MP Ablakwa Commissions multi-facility project to ease congestion at Aveyime-Battor SHTS
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has commissioned a six-unit classroom block, an eight-unit teachers’ bungalows, and a mosque at the Aveyime-Battor Senior High Technical School in the Volta Region. The project, undertaken in partnership with Qatar Charity, is expected to ease congestion and reduce pressure on existing infrastructure at the […]
Carlos Queiroz set for Ghana arrival as Black Stars era begins
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association confirms Carlos Queiroz will arrive in Ghana within days for his official Black Stars unveiling as head coach. GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum announced the 73-year-old Portuguese tactician’s short-term deal ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz replaces Otto Addo, sacked in March after friendlies losses […]
Judicial Service, Ghana Statistical Service sign landmark deal to boost data-driven justice delivery
By: Enock Ankomah A memorandum of understanding between the Judicial Service of Ghana and the Ghana Statistical Service has been described as a major step toward strengthening justice delivery and public sector governance. Speaking on behalf of the Chief Justice, Gabriel Scott Pwamang said the agreement reflects a shared commitment to improving transparency, efficiency, and […]
Bono East: Police kill suspected armed robber linked to murder and multiple attacks
The Bono East Regional Police Intelligence Directorate, supported by the National Police Intelligence Directorate, says it has killed a suspected armed robber during an intelligence-led operation at Cherimbo in the Prang District. Police said the operation, carried out on Monday, 13 April 2026, targeted Amadu Mammaa, who was wanted in connection with several robbery incidents […]
Ghana to host eLearning Africa 2026 Conference to boost digital education
By Maltiti Sayida Sadick Ghana will host the eLearning Africa Conference 2026 from June 3 to 5, 2026, as the government seeks to strengthen digital education and expand access to technology-driven learning across the country. The Minister for Education and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, announced this at the official launch at […]
Oil prices retreat on hopes for new US-Iran peace talks
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The standoff between the United States and Iran deepened Tuesday as Washington’s formal blockade of Iranian ports prompted Tehran to threaten regional retaliatory strikes. Amid this escalation, Israel and Lebanon are set to begin direct negotiations in Washington to secure their shared border. These high-stakes talks coincide with […]
