The US and its partner forces have carried out large-scale strikes against Islamic State (IS) group targets in Syria, the US Central Command (Centcom) has announced. US President Donald Trump directed the strikes on Saturday, which are part of Operation Hawkeye Strike, in retaliation to the IS’s deadly attack on US forces in Syria on … The post US Military Strikes Islamic State Group

The Adentan Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Ella Esinam Christine Nongo, has commended staff of the assembly for their sacrifices and dedication to duty, which have brought the assembly this far. According to her, development at the local level thrives when leadership and staff work together in mutual respect and with a shared purpose towards achieving … The post Teamwork Key to Local Development

The Northern Regional Minister, Mr Ali Adolf John Mburidiba, has called on members of the National Democratic Party (NDC) to continue praying for the success of the government to implement more projects to benefit them and the entire country. He said it was through their prayers and support that the NDC government gained power in … The post Northern Regional Minister Urges Prayers

The National Investment Bank PLC (NIB) has announced a landmark financial performance that underscores its renewed stability and growing strength as a government-owned financial institution. The improved results reflect not state support alone, but the impact of effective deposit mobilisation, disciplined strategy, and purposeful leadership that continue to shape the Bank’s new chapter under its … The post Deposit

Hearts of Oak head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has called for both Benjamin Asare and Solomon Agbetsi to be included in Ghanaâ??s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Asare has been Ghanaâ??s first-choice goalkeeper since his debut in March 2025, playing a key role throughout the World Cup qualifiers.However, the former Great Olympics shot-stopper has struggled for regular club minutes after sustaining an injury during an international friendly against South Korea in November last

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has announced a 10 per cent increase in monthly pensions for the 2026 financial year, in line with its mandate to provide retirement income security for pensioners. According to the Trust, the increment applies to all 261,000 pensioners on its payroll as of December 31, 2025. The … The post SSNIT Increases Monthly Pensions

The Paramount Chief of Abutia Traditional Area, Togbega Abutia Kodzo Gidi, has called on Christians to change their attitude towards culture and tradition, upon which society is built, and to stop regarding chiefs as evil and idol worshipers. Togbega Gidi said it was unfortunate that some Christians did not appreciate the roles chiefs played, associating … The post Don’t

THE Member of Parliament (MP) for the Mion Constituency in the Northern Region, Alhaji Misbaw Adam Mahama, has presented eight Apsonic AP200GY-7 and AP200GY-3 motorbikes, six brand-new Dell laptops, and four brand-new vehicle tyres to key departments in the constituency. The beneficiary institutions included the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana Health Service (GHS), the Department … The post Mion

Global superstar Burna Boy claimed the prestigious Album of the Year award for his latest work No Sign of Weakness.

One person has died and 37 others were injured after a bus and truck collided at Mankrong near Suhum on the Accra–Kumasi Highway, GNFS confirms.

The Chairman of Sekondi Eleven Wise FC, Dr. Spio Garbrah, has decided to relinquish his role at the club, bringing an end to his three-year spell.As part of the transition process, Spio Garbrah, an astute Ghanaian businessman, is stepping down ahead of time to pave the way for the commencement of the legal transfer of ownership of the club.Eleven Wise currently sit in 10th position on the Division One League table in Zone 2, accumulating 17 points after 15 matches in the campaign.And

A US-based Monetary Economist, Dr. Dennis Nsafoah, has attributed the cedi appreciation in 2025 solely to the Bank of Ghana’s monetary policy. According to him, the sharp appreciation of the cedi, from about GH¢15.80 per dollar in early 2025 to around GH¢10.80 by May 2025, coincided precisely with a collapse in the growth rate of … The post Monetary Policy Responsible for Cedi

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito says he would walk away from the club with pride should he be sacked. The former Black Satellites head trainer's future at the club has been left in doubt due to his inconsistent performance of the club.The Reds were held to a goalless draw against relegation-threatened side Berekum Chelsea in the Matchday 18 games at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.Speaking to the media after Kotokoâ??s game, Zito pointed to silverware already won

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that half of global financial assets are now held by nonbanks. The fund has provided explanations for the driving factors for this rise. The global financial crisis of 2008 froze the financial system. Banks pulled back credit, families tightened their belts and companies laid off workers. It was […]

Introduction ACCORDING to published public notices, hundreds of bodies were mass buried in 2025 following exercises undertaken by three hospitals in the Greater Accra Region alone, highlighting mass burial as a growing public health and medico-legal concern in Ghana. These exercises, often justified as routine measures to decongest mortuaries and prevent environmental and health risks, … The post Mass

The IMF’s Julie Kozack, Bernard Lauwers have explained how the Fund finances itself and why it matters for the global economy. The IMF may be best known for lending to crisis-hit countries. But what about its own finances? How does it finance its critical functions and cover its operational expenses? Let’s remember that the IMF is not […]

The government has spent US$1.47 billion in 2025 to clear legacy energy sector debts, restore a critical World Bank payment guarantee and neutralise one of the economy’s most entrenched fiscal risks, Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson, has stated. The intervention, completed within the first year of President John Dramani Mahama’s administration, marks the most decisive […] The post Gov’t

There was a season in Ghana when a single whisper from the Finance Ministry could sway Parliament, steady or stumble the cedi, or send boardrooms scrambling. For those of us who were keen observers, Mr Ken Ofori Atta sat at the heart of that moment. He was a policy czar, loan negotiator, and public face […]

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has touted Ghana’s credentials as a stable democracy and a country rich in natural resources. The Centre states that Ghana stands out as one of Africa’s most stable economic environments. “From political stability and rich resources to strong global connectivity, Ghana stands out as one of Africa’s most stable […]

The School of Economics of the University for Development Studies (UDS) has held its second Public Lecture Series at the Nyankpala Campus, bringing together academics, students, and development practitioners to reflect on the role of research and innovation in shaping higher education in Africa. Held on the theme: ‘Research and Innovation Development in Higher Educational … The post UDS