The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents considerable opportunities for the evolution and monetization of Africa’s trading sectors[1]. Upon full implementation and ratification by member states, this trade agreement will establish a cumulative market encompassing 1.3 billion individuals across 55 countries, boasting a collective GDP of approximately USD 3.4 trillion. The AfCFTA has been […] The post
Government Statistician, Professor Samuel Kobina Annim has said that Ghana’s economy grew by 2.9% in 2023, from the 3.8% recorded in 2022. The Services sector contracted by -1.2%, he added. Commenting on this development, an economist Dr Theo Acheampong asked on his X platform whether this is a further sign of relative macro-stabilisation. “Further signs […] The post Ghana’s
Ghanaian athletes showcased a mix of highs and lows on the second day of Athletics at the 2023 African Games, with notable victories and commendable performances capturing the spotlight. Despite Benjamin Azamati’s fifth-place finish in the 100m final, the Ghanaian sprinter played a pivotal role in securing victory for Team Ghana in the 4x100m relay […] The post PHOTOS:
Latest data from the Ghana Statistical Service indicates that the cumulative growth of the economy stood at 2.9 percent in 2023. This is a 0.9 percentage points drop from the 3.8 percent recorded in 2022 but higher than the government’s revised target of 1.5 percent for the period under review. The fourth quarter also expanded […] The post Ghana’s economy expanded by 2.9% in 2023
Desmond Ofei is one match away from leading Ghana to their first African Games gold in men’s football in 13 years. His Black Satellites side face Uganda in the final on Friday but the 36-year-old’s journey to coaching has been swift, but more importantly a learning curve. Hailing from Mampong-Akuapim, Desmond Ofei harboured aspirations akin […] The post Controlling
By Korsi DZOKOTO In the realm of economic management, Ghana stands as a stark example of the profound impacts of mismanagement and corruption on a nation’s fiscal health. The story of Ghana’s economic trajectory is one of promise overshadowed by poor governance, inflated project costs, and unchecked borrowing. As we delve into the intricate web […] The post Counting the cost
With the athletics competition in the 13th African Games up and running, Team Ghana has a unique opportunity to claim double in the men’s and women’s 4x100m final. Both the men’s and women’s teams breezed past their opponents at the University of Ghana Stadium in the previous round to earn a place in the final. […] The post Accra
Ghana faced a bitter defeat against their rivals Nigeria in the men’s 4x100m event at the 2023 African Games in a fiercely contested final at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon, Accra. With a previous gold medal victory in 2019 at Rabat, ahead of Nigeria, Ghana harboured high hopes of securing another gold on […] The post Ghana narrowly misses gold in men’s
Ghana’s women’s 4x100m relay team clinched the bronze medal at the 2023 African Games, following their impressive performance in the final held on Wednesday night at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon. The quartet comprising Hor Halutie, Boakye Marry, Janet Mensah, and Doris Mensah delivered a commendable display in the fiercely contested race, clocking […] The post Ghana
Ghanaian 100m sprint champion, Benjamin Azamati says the country should expect nothing but the best from him ahead of the men’s finals. The 23-year-old qualified to the finals of the men’s 100m finals by finishing second in his semis heat with a time of 10.41s. Azamati will be coming up against Barnabas Aggerh, Itsekir Usheoritse […] The post “Expect nothing but
Three Ghanaian runners will be hoping to pick up medals in the men’s and women’s 100m finals at the University of Ghana Stadium today. While Mary Boakye will be competing in the women’s division, 100m record holder, Benjamin Azamati will be running with his compatriot, Barnabas Aggerh in the men’s final. While Benjamin Azamati advanced […] The post Accra
Black Satellites coach Desmond Ofei has recognised the formidable challenge posed by their upcoming semifinal opponents, Senegal, as they prepare for a crucial showdown in the 2023 African Games. With their focus now set on the pivotal match scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 8 pm in the Accra Sports Stadium, the Ghana U-20 […] The post African
Ghanaian athletes showcased impressive performances on the opening day of athletics at the ongoing 2023 African Games in Accra. Hosted at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon, Monday’s events saw Benjamin Azamati and Barnabas Aggerh securing qualification to the men’s 100m final slated for Tuesday night. Additionally, Alex Amankwah advanced to the men’s 800m […] The post PHOTOS:
Black Satellites will aim to replicate the success of the Black Princesses when they face Senegal in the semi-final of the African Games men’s football on Tuesday night. The match will be played at the Accra Sports Stadium, with victory securing a spot in the final. The Black Princesses, Ghana’s U-20 women’s team, defeated Senegal […] The post African
The Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed grave concerns over a letter from the Presidency requesting Parliament not to transmit the Bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values to President Akufo-Addo for assent, describing it as a significant threat to Ghana’s democracy. The Office of the President, in a letter […] The post Anti-Gay
Ghanaian sprinter Benjamin Azamati has attributed his second-place finish in the Men’s 100m semi-final of the 2023 African Games to the weather conditions in Ghana. Azamati secured his spot in the final after clocking a time of 10.41s, coming in behind Cameroon’s Emmanuel Eseme, who finished first with a time of 10.23s. Despite advancing to […] The post Benjamin
Economist and senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Adu Owusu Sarkodie, has stated that a consistent decline in inflation has resulted in drastic price reductions as the economy continues a steady rebound. Speaking on TV3’s Ghana Tonight programme on Monday, March 18, Dr. Adu Sarkodie pointed out that there have been improvements in […] The post Reduction
The African Hockey Federation is unhappy about South Africa’s decision to withdraw their male and female teams from the ongoing African Games, Accra 2023. At a press briefing in Accra on Tuesday, Seif Ahmed, President of the African Hockey Federation said “We came to play. Not to find excuses not to play.” South Africa pulled […] The post We’re
Ghana failed to secure medals in both the men’s and women’s 100m finals during Tuesday’s races at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon. Despite high expectations, neither the men nor the women managed to reach the podium in their respective events. The men’s 100m final featured two Ghanaian athletes: Benjamin Azamati, currently holding the […] The post African
The president of the African Hockey Federation, Mr Seif Ahmed, has refuted claims by the South African Hockey Federation that the hockey pitch being used for the African Games is substandard. According to Mr. Seif, the pitch meets international standards. He stated that pictures circulated by the South Africans were taken before the pitch installation […] The post African Games hockey pitch
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