Fire incidents in Ghana fell by 10% in early 2026, with deaths and injuries dropping significantly, while property salvaged rose to over GH¢479 million.

Basake Holy Stars' Dubi Tayi Kassi has been named Goalkeeper of the Month for March following a strong spell in goal.The goalkeeper played a key role in his sideâ??s performances, going through the month unbeaten in four matches. Basake Holy Stars recorded two wins and two draws during that run, with Kassi providing a solid presence at the back.He stood out most for his consistency, keeping clean sheets in all four games. His shot-stopping and organisation of the defence

Claude Bortey has been named NASCO Player of the Month for March after a strong run of performances for Young Apostles.The defender stood out during the period, contributing three goals and earning one Man of the Match award, an impressive return for a player in his position. His performances were key in helping Young Apostles maintain consistency during the month.Bortey edged out competition from Setsofia Aqetey of Vision FC and Samuel Okai of Bechem United, both of whom also had

Pedestrians and traders at Kaneshie Market in Accra are urging the Department of Urban Roads to urgently install traffic lights near two closed footbridges, warning that the situation has become a serious safety hazard as people risk their lives crossing the busy highway, especially in the evening. Although zebra crossings exist on both sides of … The post Closed footbridge

The Greater Accra Regional Health Director, Dr Robert Amesiya, has underscored the need for stronger collaboration between the health sector and the media to bridge public health knowledge gaps and reduce the country’s disease burden. According to him, although significant investments had been made in health infrastructure, human resource development and community health systems, many … The post Health

The Northern Regional Special Operations Team of the Ghana Police Service, known as “Red Maria”, has arrested seven persons and retrieved 40 wraps of substances suspected to be Indian hemp, during a targeted anti-drug operation in the Tamale Metropolis. The operation, conducted on Monday, April 20, 2026 at about 20:30 hours, formed part of routine efforts […] The post Police arrest suspected

The Court of Appeal has dismissed a renewed application by Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, seeking a stay of proceedings in his ongoing criminal trial linked to alleged illegal mining activities at Samreboi in the Western Region. The application, which was not the substantive appeal, but a request to halt proceedings, was dismissed on the grounds that no […] The post Court of Appeal throws out Wontumi appeared first

Midtjylland midfielder, Alamara Djabi, is in stable condition after being stabbed and seriously injured, the Danish top-flight ?club said yesterday. The incident occurred over the weekend in Herning, the central Danish town where the club is based, according to Midtjylland. The 19-year-old, a product ?of the Benfica academy, joined the Danish Superliga club in 2023 … The post Midtjylland

The appointment also aligns with the government’s broader health agenda under President John Dramani Mahama, which places renewed emphasis on health sovereignty

Senior policymakers, regulators, telecom operators, financial institutions and digital infrastructure providers will gather in Accra on May 6, 2026, for a closed-door executive AI Infrastructure Readiness session hosted by Africa Hyperscalers examining Ghana’s readiness to support artificial intelligence at scale. The session, titled “AI-ready infrastructure: powering the future of enterprise innovation,” is being convened by […] The post Ghana

Waste disposal activities continue unabated at the Kpone Landfill Site, despite repeated warnings by authorities that the facility has reached full capacity and is due for closure. The continued use of the site comes more than a month after the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, directed its closure. Mr Ibrahim, … The post Health

The New Patriotic Party is set to stage a protest in Sunyani today, Wednesday, April 22, a move expected to heighten political tensions in the Bono Region.

Over the last few weeks there have been several news reports on the decline in the production of oil in Ghana for some time now. In this interview, David Ampofo provides some insight into the reasons why and what the country can do to reverse the decline. Q: How would you characterise the current phase […] The post Upstream

German Bundesliga side Freiburg were in attendance last weekend to watch Ghanaian teenager Prince Amoako Junior, who scored his seventh goal of the Danish Superliga season for FC Nordsjælland.The 18-year-old winger found the net in a 2-1 victory over Viborg FF, continuing a breakout campaign that has seen him register seven goals and five assists in the league. He also leads the Danish top flight in successful dribbles, completing 51 so far this season.Amoako, who came through

In a world often defined by indifference, moments of genuine compassion stand out like beacons. On April 10, 2026, at La Town Park in Accra, such a moment unfolded—not in grand speeches or political promises, but in simple, deliberate acts of care that restored hope to thousands. It was a reminder that beyond policy debates … The post A million

The Ghana Cylinder Manufacturing Company (GCMC) has raised alarm over the safety of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders in circulation, revealing that nearly 30 percent of cylinders submitted for refurbishment are unfit for continued use.

Six people in Nigeria, including a retired major general and a serving police inspector, have been charged with treason for attempting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu in a coup last year. The charges were filed by the Attorney General at the Federal High Court in the capital, Abuja, where the defendants are due to appear … The post 6 charged with treason over Nigeria Indece Day coup

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has intensified its operations against exploitative migrant street begging networks, rescuing more than 600 individuals in a major swoop in the Ashanti Region.

Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace.

Match week 8 was good to Group B. Five (5) games played, five (5) teams went home happy and a few individuals made sure their names were remembered!Telecel Ghana narrowly defeated BOST Energies 1-0 in a hard-fought match. Richard Bruce stepped up as the hero with his second-half goal, breaking the tie and securing all three points for Telecel Ghana.Wilmar Africa also won 1-0 against Forestry Commission, thanks to a second-half goal from Roland Tetteh. In a game with few chances,