Armed jihadists devastate a community that refused to convert to their hard-line interpretation of Islam.

British-born Ghanaian performance specialist Dwayne Peasah Paa Kwesi has been appointed Performance Coach of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Peasah Paa Kwesi joins the Black Stars backroom staff with responsibility for physical conditioning, player optimisation, workload management, and overall performance enhancement throughout the World Cup campaign. He is regarded as a familiar figure within the national team environment, having previously supported the setup

A study by Ummu Markwei of the University of Professional Studies, Accra, and Peace Mamle Tetteh of the University of Ghana has revealed that most cases of child sexual abuse (CSA) in Ghana are resolved outside the formal legal system, despite existing child protection laws. The research, conducted in selected communities in Accra, highlights a wide […]

Experienced physiotherapist Carlos Lozano Romero has been reappointed to the Black Stars technical team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Lozano returns to the national team setup after previously serving with the Black Stars during Ghanaâ??s 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign in Qatar.His reappointment is expected to provide continuity and familiarity within the squad, particularly in player recovery, injury prevention, and overall physical welfare.The Spanish physiotherapist will work

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has strengthened the Black Starsâ?? technical team with the appointment of five experienced professionals as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.The additions are intended to deepen expertise across coaching, analysis, medical care, and performance, as Ghana gears up for the tournament to be hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.French coach Alain Ravera has been appointed assistant coach, bringing

COCOBOD CEO Randy Abbey says international buyers are turning away from Ghana’s cocoa due to higher prices.

Agrihouse Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and well-coordinated agri-food system with the successful hosting of its Actions and Approaches Breakfast Meeting, held on Friday, 30th January, 2026, bringing together over 70 stakeholders, partners, collaborators, and industry actors from across the agri-food value chain. The high-level breakfast meeting formed part of […] The post From

The Board Chairman of the Energy Commission, Professor John Gatsi, has raised serious concerns over inadequate inspection of electrical appliances entering the country through the Tema Port, warning that the situation could endanger public safety. During a working visit to the Tema Port on Friday, February 6, 2026, members of the Board of the Energy […]

Premier League giants Manchester United have made a firm decision to tie down England international of Ghanaian descent, Kobbie Mainoo.Mainoo, who struggled for playing time under then manager Ruben Amorim has earned the trust of new manager, Michael Carrick.Mainoo's confident performances under Carrick have convinced the club's management to offer him a new deal, aiming to secure the talented midfielder for the long term. Both parties are expected to begin contract extension

Walid Regragui Submits Resignation from Coaching Morocco National Team Walid Regragui has reportedly submitted his resignation as head coach of the Moroccan national team following the painful defeat to Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations final. While no official decision has yet been announced by the Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), the move has sent […]

By Henry Atta NYAME In Ghana, gaining admission into a university is a proud and unforgettable experience. It is often celebrated with excitement, prayers, and endless congratulatory messages from family, friends, and even neighbours. For many young people, entering the university marks the beginning of independence, responsibility, and hope for a better future. Indeed, university […] The post My

The colonial police, made up of Nigerians and Europeans, shot dead workers striking for better conditions.

President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to raise Ghana’s foreign reserves to more than $20 billion over the next three years as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s economic resilience against external shocks. Speaking on Ghana–Zambia relations in an interview with Joy News on Friday, February 6, 2026, President Mahama said government has […]

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is the United States’ signature step to invest in the next generation of African leaders. Since its establishment in 2010 by Obama administration, YALI has offered diverse opportunities, including academic training in leadership, governance skills, organizational development and entrepreneurship, and has connected with thousands of […] The post Qualities

President John Dramani Mahama has said that building reserves alone is not enough for long-term economic resilience. He stressed the importance of creating a business-friendly environment that boosts citizens’ incomes and opportunities. “One of the things we need to do is to build our foreign reserves. In one year, we have moved our reserves from […]

By Shadrack Nii Yarboi YARTEY “A person is under the influence of alcohol where the alcohol concentration in the blood or breath of that person, as shown by competent medical evidence or any other evidence, is 0.05 percent or more when measured within two hours of the time operating or attempting to operate a motor […] The post Making

By Michael FRIMPONG, Ph.D. Productivity, much like truth, resists tidy definition. It is elusive, multifaceted, and often misunderstood, particularly by those who attempt to capture it with excessive precision. To comprehend productivity entirely is to confront complexity, ambiguity, and competing perspectives. It recalls the timeless parable of the blind men and the elephant: each participant, […] The post The

President John Dramani Mahama has said Ghana is on track to complete its International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme by April 2026, following improvements in key economic indicators. Speaking at the Ghana–Zambia Business Dialogue in Lusaka, Friday, February 6, he said inflation has eased, foreign reserves have improved and investor confidence is returning after recent fiscal […]

By Ben BRAKO (koBENa) BRAKO At independence, Ghana, Singapore, South Korea, and Indonesia stood at broadly comparable developmental thresholds. None were rich. None were fully industrialized. All faced post-war or post-colonial disruption. Yet within two generations, the Asian states achieved structural transformation, while Ghana remained locked into commodity dependence. This divergence cannot be explained by […] The post Structural

Asante Kotoko will host Aduana FC at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi in the headline fixture of the MTN FA Cup Round of 16 this weekend.Both sides have enjoyed solid but unspectacular league campaigns and, with Medeama SC showing strong title credentials in the Premier League, the FA Cup represents a realistic route to silverware and continental qualification.Kotoko are the defending champions and will be eager to retain the trophy, while Aduana, who are yet to win the competition,