A Circuit Court at Sogakope in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region, has sentenced a 40 year old man, Gideon Doe Adifu, to 15 years imprisonment for defilement and incest. The court, presided over by Mr Joseph Nadaado, sentenced Adifu to 10 years in hard labour for defilement and five years for having … The post Sogakope Court jails man 15 years for defilement, incest appeared

The government has established a 12-member Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy, bringing together seasoned experts from academia, public service, and the private sector to provide strategic guidance on national economic issues. Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang is a member of the group, which also includes respected economist and private sector leader Mr Kwame … The post Govt

The United States government has clarified that its latest visa restrictions will not affect tourist visa applications for football fans travelling to attend major sporting events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite a broad ban on immigrant visas affecting nearly 40 countries.In a directive circulated to all US embassies and consulates on Wednesday, the State Department identified a wide range of competitions classified as "major sporting events" whose participating

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Mrs Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto, has called for continuous collaboration with the media to educate operators, protect consumers and promote Ghana’s tourism offerings as the sector prepares for key activities scheduled for 2026. She said the tourism industry was entering a critical phase, with higher expectations, … The post GTA

The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has explained why the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Johnson Asiama are not part of the Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy (PAGE). He said their exclusion from the PAGE is to ensure that the decisions that are […]

INTRODUCTION Ghanaian football clubs once shone brightly on the African stage, with legendary teams like Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko enjoying success in continental competitions. However, in recent years, the narrative has changed dramatically. Ghanaian clubs have struggled to make an impact in African competitions, with poor performances, early exits, and lackluster results becoming … The post From

President Museveni has about 76% of the vote with results in from nearly half of all polling stations.

Sarfo Duku, Communications Director of Asante Kotoko, has dismissed claims that Albert Amoah’s return to the club is “shocking,” revealing that the move was the result of a strategic decision by Libyan side Al Ahly Benghazi. “I am surprised that many people are describing Albert Amoah’s return as shocking news. Situations like this are not […]

Ghana is set to have a national clean air policy by the end of 2026 to guide efforts at tackling air pollution, the Country Lead for the Clean Air Fund, Mr Desmond Appiah, has revealed. He further disclosed that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has agreed to play a guiding role in the policy development … The post National air pollution policy in the offing – Desmond Appiah

Black Stars coach Otto Addo has visited Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku in Leicester as part of his ongoing player visitation.The duo has been impressive for the Foxes in the ongoing English Skybet Championship season.The visit is part of a larger initiative to reach out to Black Stars players ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has scored five goals and made seven assists in 24 league matches this season, while Jordan Ayew has three assists and five goals

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has stressed the need for accountability and transparency in the use of public funds. She underscored that prudent management of public resources was critical to building trust, improving service delivery and achieving national development goals. Prof Opoku-Agyemang (head of table) addressing officials of the ministry She made the … The post Veep

Ghana Black Stars coach Otto Addo has made a personal visit to striker Brandon Thomas-Asante as part of his ongoing World Cup preparations.Thomas-Asante, who plays for Coventry City in the English Sky Bet Championship, has been sidelined since sustaining an injury against Middlesbrough in November.Before the setback, he had been in outstanding form, netting 10 goals and providing three assists in 17 appearances.Addoâ??s visit is part of a wider effort to foster team cohesion

Asante Kotoko have secured the return of striker Albert Amoah on loan from Libyan side Al Ahly Benghazi for the remainder of the season.Amoah had moved to North Africa earlier this year after Kotokoâ??s exit from the CAF Confederation Cup, which ended with a heavy loss to Wydad Athletic Club in the preliminary round.Limited playing time in Libya prompted the forward to make a swift comeback to the Ghana Premier League.The Porcupine Warriors confirmed Amoahâ??s signing on Thursday,

Preparations for the Pan African AI and Innovation Summit 2026 are intensifying, with a sharpened focus on jobs, enterprise ownership and investment pipelines to position Africa’s youth at the centre of the continent’s AI-driven growth. Building on the outcomes of the inaugural PAAIS 2025 hosted in Accra, the 2026 summit is being repositioned as a … The post PAAIS

Ghana football icon Asamoah Gyan has likened the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to the World Cup, underscoring the tournament's significance for African players.Despite its prestige, AFCON has faced criticism over its timing, often scheduled in the middle of the European season.Speaking to Rio Ferdinand, Gyan, who has represented Ghana in several editions of the tournament, said, "Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is like a World Cup to me."The former Sunderland striker

Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has clarified that the intense football rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria is fueled by competition and national pride, not animosity.Speaking on Rio Ferdinand Presents, Gyan addressed longstanding misconceptions about the fixture.â??Ghana and Nigeria is a good rivalry. It is not hatred or something. We always want to challenge ourselves. They always want to beat us in everything, even with Jollof,â?Â Gyan said.The former Sunderland and

By Kizito CUDJOE The Auditor-General has directed the Petroleum Commission (PC) and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to impose statutory penalties on International Oil Companies (IOCs) which fail to pay surface rental fees on time, warning that persistent defaults are eroding petroleum revenues and exposing weaknesses in enforcement of the country’s upstream fiscal regime. This directive […] The post Sanction

The National Labour Commission (NLC) has declared illegal an intended strike by the Ghana Air Traffic Safety Electronics Association, ordering its immediate call-off ahead of a planned industrial action on Thursday. The decision followed a meeting on Wednesday involving the Commission, the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority and the Ghana Air Traffic Safety Electronics Association, according […] The post NLC

Petrol, diesel and LPG prices are expected to decline slightly from January 16, 2026, driven by cedi appreciation and lower international refined petroleum prices, according to COMAC projections.

Hearts of Oak head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has played down concerns over the absence of two key players ahead of their clash against Dreams FC.The Phobian Club will host the Still Believe lads in the Matchday 19 games at the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday afternoon.Ahead of the game, two key players, forward Mawuli Wayo has been ruled out of the game due to injury, while defender Kelvin Osei Assibey has been suspended due to accumulation of cards.However, Dramani remains