The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has hosted a landmark faith and cultural gathering dubbed “Ghana in Praise,” to celebrate national unity through worship and thanksgiving as the country ushered in the new year. Held in Accra on Saturday under the theme “One Nation, One Praise,” the event formed part of GTA’s faith, culture and tourism … The post GTA hosts faith, cultural gathering appeared first

The Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands (OASL) says beginning this year, it would facilitate the establishment of three hundred (300) new Customary Land Secretariats in the country to improve customary land administration in line with the Land Act 2020 (Act 1036). A statement issued in Accra yesterday and signed by Mr Gad Asorwoe … The post OASL deepens customary land reforms

The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) CEO, Justina Nelson, has assured stakeholders that the Fund will consolidate its strong 2025 gains in 2026, following major institutional reforms and significant growth in mining royalty revenues across Ghana’s mineral sectors.

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has scheduled Tuesday, January 13, for the official draw of the Women’s FA Cup Round of 16. The draw, set to begin at 11:00 am at the GFA Conference Room, will be broadcast live on the GFA’s Facebook page. All 16 teams for the next stage have been confirmed, and … The post GFA to conduct Women’s FA Cup Round of 16 draw on January 13 appeared

VENEZUELA’S Nicolás Maduro says “I am still president” as he pleads not guilty to drug trafficking and other charges in his first appearance at a New York court. Outside the court, protesters are gathering, chanting and holding Venezuelan flags and signs. Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were seized from their Caracas compound on Saturday … The post Venezuela’s

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Sunyani, Vincent Antwi-Agyei, has dragged the Assembly Member for the Newtown Abonsuam Electoral Area, Raphael Cubagee, before the Sunyani High Court, demanding GH¢900,000 in damages for what he describes as a sustained, malicious and politically motivated campaign of defamation carried out through Facebook publications. In a strongly worded 39-paragraph […] The post Sunyani

North West debuted another bold look on TikTok. West, 12, sported a bridge piercing — a piercing going through the bridge of the nose — as well as black grills and turquoise hair in new videos posted on the “Kim and North” TikTok account Saturday. Her equally eye-catching outfit included a pleated gray miniskirt, black fur boots, a baggy […] The post North

THE Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is paying a historic visit to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, today at the Police Headquarters in Accra. The visit confirms the Asanteman’s positive impression of the IGP following the extension of his service. It also underscores growing institutional confidence in Mr Yohuno’s leadership at … The post Otumfuo pays historic visit

Dr. Charity Binka urges New Times Corporation staff to stay focused, united, and disciplined in pursuing institutional renewal. She emphasizes professionalism, resilience, and faith in God as NTC enters a new chapter of renewal and growth. Dr Charity Binka (seated third from right) with management and staff of NTC The Deputy Chairman of the Interim … The post Be

The New Patriotic Party has concluded its nationwide exhibition of the voter register ahead of the 31 January 2026 presidential primary, aimed at ensuring accuracy and transparency for delegates across all 276 constituencies.

The main opposition coalition boycotted the vote after a referendum allowed the removal of term limits.

Gold and silver prices jumped as investors shifted to safe-haven assets following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Gold rose around 1.8% in Asian trading, while silver gained nearly 3.5%, as markets assessed rising geopolitical uncertainty and its global impact.

Former Auditor-General Daniel Domelevo says Ghana’s corruption perception could improve as President Mahama’s administration records nearly a year without major scandals.

Delcy Rodriguez has been formally sworn in as Venezuela’s interim president following the U.S. removal of Nicolas Maduro. The ceremony saw 283 lawmakers take office, while tensions persist as Maduro faces drug charges in New York.

Ofcom has contacted Elon Musk’s xAI after reports that its Grok chatbot can generate sexualised and undressed images of women and children without consent. Regulators in the UK and EU are examining the issue as X warns users against creating illegal content.

A 48-year-old Civil Servant, Augustina Aboagyewaa Armah, has appeared  before the Accra Circuit Court ‘3’ for allegedly defrauding a student of GH¢11,200 under the pretext of securing his enlistment into the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). Augustina Armah pleaded not guilty to a single count of defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131 of the […] The post Civil

Mr Godwin?Edudzi?Tamakloe, Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has described the 2024 transition of power as “therapeutic”, which was welcomed by the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP). Speaking on the TV3 current affairs show, Mr. Godwin?Tamakloe praised the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) for improving the economy through prudent measures implemented by […] The post Change

The Mmrewasan Clan of Akyem Asuom in the Eastern Region has firmly dismissed reports suggesting that Nana Boadi Amponim Obodade III has been destooled as the Krontihene of Asuom. According to the family and the people of Asuom, Nana Boadi Amponim Obodade III remains the legitimate Krontihene, and the public has been urged to disregard […] The post Asuomkrontihene is not destooled –Family appeared

What Is Jet Lag? Jet lag is a temporary sleep disorder you can get after traveling quickly across multiple time zones. It happens because your internal body clock is not yet aligned with your new local time. So you might feel sleepy during the day and alert at night. Jet Lag vs. Travel Fatigue You […] The post Tips To Reduce And Prevent Jet Lag appeared first on The

As posited by Kaakyire Kwame Appiah in his famous song, “24th”, l took a cue and quickly bought a black polythene bag, packed a few belongings therein, stuck it firmly under my armpit for good reasons and “pa”, headed for my helmet at Asante Effiduasi from Accra to spend the Bronya (Christmas). This firm decision […] The post Accra-Kumasi-Accra By Road On