The Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has strongly disagreed with suggestions by some Members of Parliament to increase the age limit for recruitment into the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). His comments come after the Minister for Communication, Digital Innovation and Technology, Sam George, and the Majority Whip in Parliament, Rockson […]

The Black Stars have arrived in Ghana ahead of the final game in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Comoros Island. The team returned to Accra in the early hours of Thursday morning after a gallant performance against the Central African Republic in Morocco.Ghana defeated the Central African Republic 5-0 to ensure they have at least a foot in the World Cup in North America.The Black Stars need to avoid an 8-0 loss to Comoros to secure their place at the tournament.Meanwhile,

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has instituted a reward scheme for individuals and informants who assist in apprehending persons or groups that smuggle cocoa across the country’s borders. The reward scheme forms part of a renewed demonstration of the board’s determination to combat illicit cocoa trading across the country’s borders and is aimed at assisting … The post Combating

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has stepped up its campaign against the smuggling of cocoa beans across the country’s borders, with the introduction of a new incentive scheme that promises to reward informants and anti-smuggling agents with one-third of the value of any confiscated cocoa. The initiative, which forms part of COCOBOD’s renewed anti-smuggling strategy, […] The post Cocoa

The Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service has appointed gospel musician, Ms Ewurabena Yeboah, as its brand ambassador to lead nationwide campaigns against gender-based violence (GBV). The partnership seeks to enhance public education, advocacy and outreach programmes that promote awareness, prevention and support for survivors of abuse, especially women, … The post DOVVSU

The European Union (EU) has commended Ghana for the strides it has made toward the total abolition of the death penalty as a form of capital punishment. In a statement issued to mark this year’s World Day Against the Death Penalty, the EU Ambassador to Ghana, Mr Rune Skinnebach, lauded Parliament’s 2023 decision to abolish … The post EU lauds Ghana’s efforts in death penalty abolition

For nearly a decade, Ghana’s healthcare system has quietly relied on a digital lifeline, the Lightwave Health Information Management System (LHIMS). Developed and operated by the Ghanaian company Lightwave Healthcare Solutions Ltd., the platform helped hospitals transition from paper folders to seamless electronic record systems. Doctors could instantly access patient histories and health data flowed […] The post Ghana’s

Ghana’s quest for a fifth FIFA World Cup appearance was signed, sealed, and delivered yesterday via a five-star performance in faraway Meknes, Morocco, where the Black Stars walloped the Wild Beasts (Les Fauves) of Central African Republic (CAR) 5-0 at the penultimate round of qualifiers for the 2026 football showpiece. It was one of the … The post Black Stars tame Wild Beasts

The Greater Accra leg of Dr. Bryan Acheampong’s nationwide constituency tour began with overwhelming energy and grassroots enthusiasm, as delegates and party executives in many constituencies reaffirm their belief in his leadership and vision for NPP. At his first stop in Bortianor-Ngleshie Amanfro, the Constituency Chairman captured the mood perfectly, telling Dr. Acheampong, “Your brand […] The post Bryan

As the world marks Customer Service Week, a leading research and public policy think tank, CUTS International, Accra, is calling on the Government and all public institutions to retool and reset their approach to customer service delivery to meet the evolving needs of citizens and businesses. The organization observes that, while private sector entities have […] The post CUTS

Ghana Reinsurance PLC (Ghana Re) is set to become the first reinsurance company to be listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE), according to the Director General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), Prof. Michael Kpessa-Whyte. The listing, once completed, would enable Ghana Re to mobilise additional capital, boost investor confidence, and support … The post Ghana

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has called for increased investment, collaboration, and innovation in specialist nursing and midwifery practice to strengthen Ghana’s healthcare system and improve health outcomes across the country. Speaking at the 10th Annual General Meeting and 5th Scientific Conference of the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (GCNM) held at […] The post Health

Commercial banks must adhere to domestic regulatory provisions, including the use of local insurance companies for import coverage, to help reduce Foreign Exchange (FX) leakages and build local liquidity, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has said. It also urged banks to take active steps toward public listing to enhance capital strength, transparency, and long-term growth … The post Use

“When the Drumbeat of Truth Gets Too Loud, Power Tries to Silence the Drummer” In South Africa, that drummer is Julius Malema, a firebrand leader whose bold calls for justice, equality, and land reform have now landed him in the crosshairs of the law. But is this truly about justice, or is the system trying […] The post Is South Africa Trying To Muzzle The Lion Of Limpopo? appeared

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has announced plans to introduce a new category on Maritime Reporting in its annual awards scheme next year. The initiative is aimed at encouraging greater media focus on Ghana’s blue economy, maritime safety, and security issues, as part of efforts to promote the sustainable use of the country’s marine resources. … The post ‘GJA to Introduce

Street lighting is not a luxury, it is a fundamental element of urban infrastructure that enhances public safety, prevents accidents, deters crime, and fosters a sense of security. It supports economic activity, extends the usability of public spaces after dark and signals a government’s commitment to citizen well-being and smart urban planning. Yet, in Accra, […] The post Editorial: Accra

The cocoa sector has experienced heightened volatility in recent years, driven by market volatility, environmental degradation, and human rights challenges. “As cocoa prices soar to record highs, millions of smallholder farmers in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Nigeria, who produce most of the world’s cocoa remain trapped in poverty”. The Cocoa Barometer 2025 in a statement […] The post Cocoa

The Chief Executive of the Kadjebi District (DCE), Dr. Issaka Sam Suraj, has issued a warning that the Assembly will not hesitate to take legal action against offenders of environmental health regulations to ensure that communities remain clean, safe, and productive. This, he said, would allow residents to contribute significantly to the area’s development. Dr. … The post Kadjebi

Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has said that his resignation from office was not an admission of guilt. Nnaji resigned on Tuesday following the controversy surrounding his certificate, said to have been obtained from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Enugu State, as well as his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) […] The post My Resignation

BOURNEMOUTH’S Antoine Semenyo has emerged as one of the standout performers in the Premier League this season. With six goals and three assists already, the Ghanaian forward has turned heads across England and, crucially, at Liverpool and Arsenal. Both clubs are tracking his development closely, aware that pricing him away from the south coast would … The post Semenyo on Arsenal, Liverpool Radar appeared