Kurt Okraku pledges to elevate African football after CAF appointment
By Belinda Nketia Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has pledged to work towards the growth and advancement of African football following his election as the 2nd Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). “I am deeply humbled and grateful to the President and leadership of CAF for elevating me to this […]
Ghana Union Movement says it has no part in protest against Chief Justice’s suspension
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ghana Union Movement (GUM) has made it clear that it is not involved in a planned protest against the suspension of the Chief Justice.Speaking to 3News, GUM’s General Secretary, Anthony Arhinful, said the party does not support the protest and did not send anyone to represent it.“The Ghana Union Movement does […]
Ghana quartet shine bright at African Schools Football Championship
By: Belinda Nketia The 2025 CAF African Schools Football Championship, held at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium from April 21 – April 26 2025, showcased four Ghanaian players who stood out for their exceptional performances and earned prestigious individual awards that highlighted their skills and contributions to the tournament. Their achievements during the competition […]
Ghana holds solemn requiem mass honoring Pope Francis
By Sarah Baafi A solemn Requiem Mass was held Friday night at the Holy Spirit Cathedral in Accra to honour His Holiness Pope Francis, the late Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church. The ceremony brought together religious leaders, government officials, and faithful from across the country in a heartfelt tribute. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto […]
Ghana’s Black Damsels crowned African Schools Football Champions with 2-0 win over Uganda
By Belinda Nketia Ghana’s U-15 girls’ team, the Black Damsels, made history on Saturday, April 26, 2025, by winning the CAF African Schools Football Championship at their first attempt after two unsuccessful qualification bids in the past two years. They clinched a 2-0 victory over Uganda at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium. Their triumph […]
CAF President Patrice Motsepe arrives in Ghana to wrap up Schools Football Championship and executive meetings
By Belinda Nketia CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe has arrived in Accra for a packed schedule that includes high-level meetings, media engagements, and the finals of the CAF African Schools Football Championship. Dr. Motsepe was warmly received by Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku and Vice President Mark Addo upon arrival in the […]
GIMPA Lecturer calls for system to absorb trained cybersecurity professionals into workforce
By Mabel Esinam Awagah A Senior Lecturer at the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems at GIMPA, Dr. Emmanuel Antwi-Boasiako, has urged the government to establish a system for integrating trained cybersecurity professionals into the workforce. He believes that while investing in training is commendable, it is not enough. A coordinated effort is needed […]
CJ’s removal: NPP, other political parties announce nationwide protest on May 5
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), National Democratic Party (NDP), People’s National Party (PNP), and the Ghana Union Movement (GUM) has announced Monday, May 5, 2025, as the date for a nationwide protest against what they describe as the controversial suspension and attempted removal of […]
NDC caucus in Parliament disassociates from Zoomlion contract controversy
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Caucus has issued a firm statement denying any involvement in the Youth Employment Agency’s (YEA) sanitation contract with waste management giant Zoomlion. In a press release signed by Member of Parliament and Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, the NDC Caucus clarified that it has not mandated […]
I won’t renew Zoomlion contract in its current state – YEA CEO Malik Basintale
The Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Malik Basintale, has firmly stated that he will not renew the current contract with waste management company, Zoomlion Ghana Limited. In a Facebook post on Friday, April 25, 2025, Mr. Basintale criticized the terms of the contract, which has been in place for over seven […]
Builsa North MCE assumes office, calls for teamwork
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The newly appointed Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for the Builsa North District Assembly, Mr. Solomon Akogti Ansoabayie, officially assumed office on Thursday,, 24 April 2025, with a staff durbar to share his vision. In his maiden address to staff, Mr. Ansoabayie emphasized the importance of teamwork, stating that collective effort would be […]
Ghana Bar Association breaks silence on Chief Justice’s suspension; Calls for Constitutional adherence
By: Spendilove Incoom The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has broken its silence on the ongoing constitutional process for the removal of the Chief Justice of Ghana, following her recent suspension by President John Dramani Mahama. In an official statement released today, the GBA acknowledged receiving three petitions calling for the Chief Justice’s removal and noted […]
Plan International Ghana commends government’s GH₵292.4 million allocation for free sanitary pads
By: Jones Anlimah Plan International Ghana has commended the Ghana Government for its historic allocation of GH₵292.4 million in the 2025 Financial Budget to distribute free sanitary pads to female students in primary and senior high schools. The initiative, which aims to address menstrual poverty, aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly Goals […]
Reject renewed Zoomlion contract over ‘financial exploitation’ – Manasseh Azure tells YEA CEO
Renowned investigative journalist, Manasseh Azure Awuni, has issued a passionate public appeal to the Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Malik Basintale, urging him not to renew a controversial sanitation contract with waste management company, Zoomlion Ghana Limited. In a post published on his X handle today, Manasseh described the longstanding deal […]
