A $27 million dollar rice development project has been launched in Accra to boost rice production and aid Ghana’s quest to achieving national food security. Dubbed, ‘Water-Energy-Food Nexus Programme (WEFP) for Better Lives for Rural Development in Ghana,’ it is being funded by the government of Korea. The project seeks to develop 100 hectares of … The post $27m

Despite enduring a troubling season in the betPawa Ghana Premier League(GPL), King Faisalare in line for silverware after booking a final date with Dreams FC in the grand finale of the 2022/23 MTN FA Cup. Faisal defeated Nsoatreman FC 3-2 in their semi-final encounter at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Kumasi yesterday while … The post King Faisal, Dreams FC book FA Cup final

Techiman based, Ampem Darkoa Ladies, beat Hasaacas Ladies 5-3 on penalties to win a second successive Women’s Premier League title. The two giants clashed in the final of the Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League at Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex Friday evening. Ampem Darkoa Ladies won the top spot in the Northern zone, while Hasaacas … The post Ampem Darkoa Ladies upset Hasaacas

The Netball Federation of Ghana (NFG) has revised its programme of activities for the year, announcing new dates for its national championship to select players for the national team as they commence preparation for the African Games competition. According to Rev. Emmanuel Nikkoi, President of the federation, the championship, which he described as very vital … The post Netball

The National Federations (NF) that are yet to account for funds received from the Olympic Solidarity Fund through the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) have promised to do so in the coming days. At the GOC’s congress held recently, its President, Ben Nunoo Mensah, urged the defaulting federations to submit their receipts, financial and technical reports … The post NFs vow to account

Chelsea have agreed terms to make former Tottenham boss, Mauricio Pochettino, their new manager. He will join the club in the summer with Frank Lampard remaining as interim manager until the end of the season. Pochettino, who has also managed Southampton, has been out of work since Paris St-Germain replaced him with Christophe Galtier in … The post Chelsea agree deal with Pochettino appeared

Paris Saint-Germain edged closer to a record 11th French title when they beat AC Ajaccio 5-0 at home on Saturday, sending the Corsican side into Ligue 2 as Lionel Messi faced the wrath of the Parc des Princes. Messi, who started after a club-imposed suspension for missing training earlier this month, was booed by the … The post Messi booed, Mbappe nets brace

The International Boxing Association (IBA) has given prize money for all losing quarter-finalists for the first time in its history. At the Men’s World Boxing Championships here, President Umar Kremlev had announced that the governing body has ended its sponsorship with Russian state energy supplier, Gazprom. The money from the Gazprom sponsorship helped close “a … The post IBA

The Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources has reiterated its commitment to step up moves to strengthen Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) systems in the country. Despite significant achievements in the sector within the past few years, it said, the Ministry was prepared to support efforts and intensify collaborations with stakeholders to work towards realising … The post Sanitation

OmniBSIC Bank ended the first quarter of 2023 on a positive note, with a stellar performance that defies the challenges facing the local banking sector. This was achieved through a concerted effort by the bank to improve operational efficiency, funded income, and asset quality. The bank’s strong performance resulted in profit before tax growing by … The post OmniBSIC

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Saturday held its presidential and parliament primaries in readiness for the 2024 elections. The Ghanaian Times brings to its readers reports from our regional correspondents on the elections From Wa Lydia Darlington Fordjour reports that all incumbent Members of Parliament (MP) for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the … The post NDC

Two separate fires outbreaks were recorded at Makola and Riz Junction at the weekend in Accra, resulting in the death of one person. At RizJunction, behind the Marina Shopping Mall, an identified female believed to be in her 20s died when fire destroyed over 20 wooden structures used as commercial and place of abode. Similarly … The post Accra records 2 fire outbreaks, one person

The Greater Accra Regional Security Council has established a committee to determine the suitability of habitation or otherwise at Faanaa-Wiabomaa, an island community in the Ga South Municipality. This followed the drowning of nine school children in the area after a canoe transporting them from school capsized in a canal last Wednesday. Eight of the … The post G/A

Former President John Dramani Mahama, has, yet again, recorded a landslide victory in the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) presidential primaries to emerge as the party’s torchbearer for the 2024 general elections.  Mr Mahama got 297,603 of the valid votes cast representing 98.9 per cent ahead of KojoBonsu who garnered 3,181 votes representing 1.1 per cent … The post NDC

Ghanaians yesterday celebrated and honoured the remarkable women who have shaped their lives with their selfless love, care and sacrifices. From heartfelt messages on social handles, gestures and gatherings to celebrate mothers, Ghanaians embraced the day with deep respect and affection towards their mothers. Mother’s Day is a celebration honouring mothers and all women who … The post Ghanaians

A wind of change swept through the minority caucus of parliament with 17 sitting lawmakers losing their bids to represent the party in next year’s polls.  The MPs who slipped in their attempt to return to parliament include a former Power Minister and MP for Pru East, Dr Kwabena Donkor, Alhaji A.B.A Fuseini, MP for … The post 17 NDC MPs lose parliamentary seats in primary

A powerful cyclone is hitting the coastlines of Bangladesh and Myanmar after intensifying into the equivalent of a category-five storm. Cyclone Mocha is bringing heavy rain and winds of up to 195kph (120mph), which could see dangerous flooding on land around the Bay of Bengal. Storm surges up to four metres could swamp villages in … The post Deadly cyclone hits Bangladesh, Myanmar

The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has called on the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service (GES) to urgently provide teachers and school children in riverine areas and island communities with life jackets and other logistics including canoes and boats to ensure their safety while transporting on water bodies to and from … The post Provide

On Saturday, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the biggest opposition political party in the country, held successful presidential and parliamentary primaries. We first congratulate the NDC on that great feat. We say great feat because on May 9, just four days before the elections, one of the three flag-bearer hopefuls, DrKwabenaDuffour, filed an interlocutory injunction … The post Congratulations

Eight persons have been arrested by the police for various election-related offences and disturbing the peace during the presidential and parliamentary primaries of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) held last Saturday.  The suspects include YaroBurdove, Harrison Martey, Imoro Ibrahim, Arkoli Mensah, Nyarko Richard, Prince Lomotey, HamiduDramani and Bejando Emmanuel. Five of the suspects are currently … The post 8