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 […]
Landslide victory for Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni signals continuity in Benin
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The landslide victory of Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni in Benin’s presidential election serves as a high-stakes confirmation that the nation is doubling down on the “Talonist” model of governance. Securing over 94% of the vote according to preliminary figures, Wadagni’s win marks a calculated consolidation of power rather […]
Rabat launches UNESCO World Book Capital 2026 Programme, hosts major International Book Fair
Rabat the Capital of Morocco, is set to host a major global cultural celebration as it launches activities for the UNESCO World Book Capital 2026 alongside the 31st edition of the International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL). The dual event, held under the High Patronage of King Mohammed VI, will officially kick off on April […]
Accra: Six in court for alleged robbery at gold dealership shop in Adabrakah
By: Barbara Kumah Six men have been arraigned before the Circuit Court in Accra, for an alleged robbery incident of a 12.5kg gold worth fourteen million, three hundred and eighty seven thousand ninety six Ghana cedis (GHC 14,387,096 ) at a Jewelry shop located on Adabraka, Accra. The accused persons are alleged to have also […]
IMF warns Middle East war could trigger global recession
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The International Monetary Fund (IMF) issued a stark warning on Tuesday that the outbreak of war in the Middle East has upended the global economy. In its latest World Economic Outlook, the organization cautioned that disruptions to oil markets and shipping routes could significantly slow growth and fuel […]
Salaga residents renew call for completion of abandoned Euroget Hospital project
Residents of Salaga in the Savannah Region have renewed calls for the completion of the stalled 60-bed Euroget Hospital project, urging authorities to fulfil earlier assurances made to the community. The appeal, made by Journalist Emmanuel Anyigba, serves as a reminder to the Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for Juaboso, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, […]
Antoine Semenyo suffers fresh racial abuse
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian international, Antoine Semenyo faced racial abuse online again after Manchester City’s 3-0 Premier League demolition of Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The 26-year-old forward, who shone through the full match, celebrated on Instagram only to receive vile racist comments, prompting his weary response: “It’s started again…” This marks the second incident this […]
Australia appoints female army chief for the first time in history
Australia has announced that its army will be led by a woman for the first time in its 125-year history, as part of a reshuffle of the country’s defence force leadership. Lieutenant General Susan Coyle, the current chief of joint capabilities, will become the chief of army in July, the government said in a statement […]
Ghana showcases economic recovery at IMF/World Bank meetings
By Ashiadey Dotse Ghana’s economic recovery has taken the global spotlight at the ongoing IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, with Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson showcasing the country’s turnaround story to international leaders. Speaking at the 13th African Fiscal Forum High-Level Roundtable, Dr. Forson said Ghana’s recent progress shows that African economies can overcome crises and use them […]
Retrial over death of Argentina legend Maradona to begin
A retrial into the death of the football great Diego Maradona, who died aged 60 after suffering heart failure, starts on Tuesday. The first trial in May 2025 collapsed after one of the three judges on the case allegedly allowed unauthorised filming in court for a documentary. Maradona’s medical team are accused of failing to […]
EU, Ghana sign defence pact to tackle regional security threats
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The European Union (EU) has signed a Security and Defence Partnership with the Government of Ghana aimed at strengthening cooperation to address emerging regional security threats and boost both national and regional security. In a press statement issued Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the agreement provides a […]
Trump refuses to apologise after clash with Pope Leo XIV over Iran war
US President Donald Trump defied calls to apologise for his attacks on Pope Leo XIV on Monday, as Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned his criticism of the supreme pontiff —triggered by the pope’s denunciation of the Iran war — as “unacceptable”. “The pope is the head of the Catholic Church, and it is right […]
TESCON must lead the charge! Ampratwum-Sarpong calls for renewed activism
BY; VALENTIA TETTEH The Member of Parliament for Mampong, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, has called on members of the Tertiary Students Confederacy of the New Patriotic Party (TESCON) to take a more active role in promoting the ideals and achievements of the party. Addressing TESCON-MONICO members at a meeting, Mr. Ampratwum-Sarpong emphasised the importance of youth participation […]
