Some Ghanaian students who were evacuated from Sudan by the government have petitioned Parliament to support their request for integration into tertiary institutions in the country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration evacuated 82 Ghanaian students from Sudan in May 2023 following a deadly conflict in the country that resulted in casualties. Forty-seven […] The post Evacuated
Guinea and Cameroun played out a 1-1 draw in a tensed encounter at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium in the second Group C game of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023. Guinea took an early lead through Mohamed Bayo. He was given all the space and time in the world and …
The President of the University Teachers Association of Ghana, University of Ghana chapter, and lecturer at the University of Ghana, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, has stated that in the 2024 general elections, labour unions will vote with hunger and anger. This follows an appeal made by former President John Mahama, who is running for office again, […] The post 2024
The Black Stars hotel in Abidjan has heightened security measures following a confrontation between a fan and coach Chris Hughton after Ghana's underwhelming performance against Cape Verde on Sunday evening. The Black Stars were defeated 2-1 in their opening match and face an early elimination from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. […] The post Security beefed up at Black Stars hotel first
Coco Gauff says a pep talk helped her overcome early nerves as she cruised through her first Grand Slam match as a major champion at the Australian Open. The 19-year-old American, who won her maiden major title at the US Open in September, won 6-3 6-0 against Slovakia’s Anna Karolina Schmiedlova. “I told myself: ‘I …
Vinicius Jr scored a first-half hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Barcelona to win the Spanish Super Cup. The winger scored twice in the first 10 minutes to put Carlo Ancelotti’s side in control in Saudi Arabia. Robert Lewandowski pulled one back for Barca with a superb volley but Vinicius converted a 39th-minute penalty to restore …
Kenya’s Agnes Ngetich became the first woman to run 10km in under 29 minutes as she won the Valencia Ibercaja road race in Spain. The 22-year-old triumphed in 28 minutes 46 seconds, beating Ethiopian,YalemzerfYehualaw’s, 2022 road world record by 28 seconds. Compatriot,EmmaculateAnyango, also ran under 29 minutes, finishing second in 28:57. “I’m so happy. I …
The Minister for Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD), Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has officially launched the National Communications Authority (NCA) FiveYear Strategic Plan (2024-2028) at the NCA Tower on Tuesday, 16th January, 2024. The development of the Authority's Five-Year Strategic Plan is in accordance with Section 3(b) of the NCA Act, 2008 (Act 769) and is aimed at setting […] The post NCA outdoors five-year
The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has stated that he is being measured in his promises ahead of the 2024 general elections. Mahama mentioned that the current state of the economy limits him from making grand promises. He made these comments while addressing NDC supporters in Hohoe in the […] The post Ghana is broke, I’m
First National Bank has announced the launch of a special campaign to reward customers ahead of the Total Energies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 tournament. The bank is proud to unite with football enthusiasts in celebrating the spirit of sportsmanship, and encourages fans to support the national team from now till February […] The post
Get ready for the roar of the crowd, the electrifying goals, and the captivating drama of the Africa Cup of Nations, because Citi FM has you covered! We’ve secured the exclusive radio rights to bring you live commentary of every single game of the tournament, starting Sunday, January 14, 2024. But for us at Citi […] The post AFCON 2023: Citi FM secures radio broadcast
Legendary Highlife musician, Kojo Antwi has vowed never to perform at the National Theatre again. Years back, the National Theatre was Kojo Antwi’s main venue for his popular December 24 concert. But speaking in an exclusive interview with Nana Adwoa Annan of Onua TV, the legendary Highlife musician announced his decision to permanently retire from […] The post I’ll
Flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has taken a swipe at the alleged corrupt dealings of the current government, stating that corruption is currently on the loose and running all over the country without control. Mahama, during his tour of the Volta region on Thursday, said the New Patriotic Party […] The post Corruption
Cote d’Ivoire coach, Jean-Louis Gasset, has called for support his team for their tournament opener against Group A rivals Guinea-Bissau at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan tomorrow. Cote d’Ivoire is riding the crest of a three-game winning streak heading into the tournament. Last weekend they thrashed Sierra Leone 5-1 in a warm-up friendly, while …
Serial Africa Cup of Nations underachievers, South Africa, are under immense pressure to excel at the 2024 tournament in Cote d’Ivoire, says star forward, Percy Tau. The 1996 champions face fellow former title-holders, Tunisia, Mali and Namibia in Group E in Korhogo, the northernmost of five host cities. It is widely considered the most intriguing …
The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana has issued a stern warning, declaring its intention to cease accepting Private Health Insurance soon. This decision stems from the National Health Insurance Authority’s failure to regulate Private Insurance Companies, resulting in arrears owed to its members. According to the association, this has resulted in their inability to […] The post Private
Paris Saint-Germain chairman, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, has criticised Lionel Messi for lacking “respect” for the French club following his departure in June 2023. The Argentina captain said in September that he resents that PSG did not honour him after his World Cup heroics. “He’s not a bad guy but I don’t like it,” Al-Khelaifi told RMC …
André Onana is set to miss Cameroun’s first game at the Africa Cup of Nations to make himself available for Manchester United’s Premier League fixture against Tottenham, a source has told ESPN. Onana was given permission by the Camerounian FA to skip a warm-up camp in Saudi Arabia to feature for United against Wigan Athletic …
Tottenham have signed the RB Leipzig forward, Timo Werner, on loan until the end of the season. Spurs have the option to make the deal permanent in the summer. Werner returns to the Premier League having scored 23 goals in 89 appearances for Chelsea between 2020 and 2022. “The manager straight away gave me the …
Ghana President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has extended his good wishes to the Black Stars ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. Akufo-Addo joined the players and technical team for a farewell dinner at their camp in Kumasi on Tuesday evening, ahead of their departure for Abidjan on Wednesday. Several dignitaries, […] The post AFCON 2023: Akufo-Addo
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