The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) will this year embark on a series of major reforms, including the extensive use of technology to expand and modernise its operations, the Chief Executive Officer, Mr Julius Neequaye Kotey, has announced. According to him, the reforms will begin with the establishment of a cybersecurity department, the introduction … The post DVLA to Implement

President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod at Burma Camp in Accra for the construction of 2,000 housing units for personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). The project forms the first phase of a planned 10,000-unit housing scheme to be executed over the next five years under an agreement between the Defence Industrial … The post At WASSA 2026: President Cuts Sod for 2,000 Housing

Former England striker Jermain Defoe has praised Antoine Semenyo following his impressive start to life at Manchester City.The Ghana international, after netting on his debut against Exeter FC and scoring against Newcastle United in his first two games for the club, scored his first Premier League goal for the club against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday at the Etihad Stadium.Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush put the home side ahead in the 6th minute before Semenyo sealed the win

Former Black Stars psychologist, Dr Patrick Ofori, has implored the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to reinforce the technical team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. After failing to qualify for the recently concluded Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the GFA announced the inclusion of Desmond Ofei, Winfried Schafer and Gregory De Grauwe in January last year ahead of the resumption of the World Cup qualifiers.After successfully booking a place in the Mundial, which will

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, says that the BoG acknowledges that effective regulation and enforcement cannot be achieved by regulators alone. He said this in relation to the recent enactment of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act. Dr Asiama stated that the enactment of this act marked a significant […]

Former Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan has revealed the mindset that fueled his goal-scoring exploits for Ghana.Gyan, who made his senior national team debut in November 2003, finished his international career as Ghanaâ??s all-time leading scorer, netting 51 goals in 109 appearances.The forward represented the Black Stars at three FIFA World Cups â?? Germany 2006, South Africa 2010 and Brazil 2014 â?? before announcing his retirement from professional football in June

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has urged his players to approach the 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations with humility, warning against any hint of complacency despite Ghanaâ??s recent progress.Ghana have been placed in Group D alongside Mali, Cameroon and Cape Verde for the tournament, which will take place in Morocco later this year.The Black Queens finished third at the previous edition, but Björkegren believes past success offers no guarantees and insists

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has expressed confidence in his teamâ??s progress, insisting the team is on the right path ahead of the 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco later this year.The Swedish tactician, who replaced Nora Hauptle last year, shared his optimism while reflecting on Ghanaâ??s prospects at the tournament, where the Black Queens have been drawn in Group D alongside Mali, Cameroon and Cape Verde.Björkegren guided

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has expressed confidence that his side will secure qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup. Ghana will compete for a place in the Mundial ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) scheduled to be staged in Morocco later this year.The Queens will come up against Cameroon, Cape Verde and Mali in Group D.The two top teams from each group will make it to the next round, while the semifinalists will automatically

Brighton & Hove Albion Sporting Director, Jason Ayto, beleives Birmingham City FC is a perfect place for Ibrahim Osman to continue his development. The Ghana international has joined the English Championship side on loan until the end of the season.Osman spent the first half of the season on loan at French side AJ Auxerre, where he made 15 appearances.Speaking to the club's media, Jason Ayto beleives that the move would be beneficial to the development of

… BoG’s next move as emergency phase fades By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU After two years of using gold as a stabilisation tool during Ghana’s economic adjustment, the Bank of Ghana is preparing to step back from direct gold trading and redesign the programme that helped rebuild reserves, calm the foreign-exchange market and restore confidence. From […] The post Stripping quasi-fiscal

President John Dramani Mahama has called on indigenous companies in Ghana to build their capacity and competence to enable them contribute meaningfully to the country’s gross national product (GNP). He noted that through sustained capacity building and improved competence, Ghanaian companies would be better positioned to compete effectively with international firms across various sectors of … The post First

Cashew Watch Ghana (CWG), an advocacy organisation, has expressed concern over the 20 per cent reduction in cashew prices for the 2025/2026 season, warning that the decision could adversely affect the livelihoods of thousands of smallholder farmers across the country. In December 2025, the Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) announced a new floor price of … The post Cashew Price Cut

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has hailed the performances of Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guéhi following their win over the weekend. City recorded a 2-0 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, with Omar Marmoush and Semenyo scoring for the home side.Guehi, who joined the side from Crystal Palace, made his debut for Guardiola's side.Speaking after the game, the Spanish gaffer showed how important they will be, looking forward to the

The Volta Regional Police Command has intercepted a Ghana Health Service (GHS) vehicle allegedly transporting suspected Indian hemp, popularly known as ‘Bonsam Tawa’ worth over GH¢1 million in Ho. The vehicle, an American Ford bus, with registration number GV 2460-14, was intercepted on Friday at the Tarso Hotel area in Ho, after a dramatic chase […] The post GHS

Former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is closing in on victory in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer race, ahead of Saturday’s primary, according to the latest survey by Global InfoAnalytics. With six days to the election, the research firm’s Committed Voters Model places Dr. Bawumia at 48 per cent, just two percentage points short […] The post NPP Primary: Bawumia’s

Dr. Bryan Acheampong, the Member of Parliament for Abetifi and the New Patriotic Party ((NPP) presidential aspirant  has called into question the commitment of Mr Kennedy Ohene Agyapong to peace and unity in the party, based on his initial reluctance to sign the peace pact document in Accra. The documents, the party’s elections committee has confirmed, […] The post Ken

The Ashanti Regional branch of the National Security Secretariat will today, Monday, January 26, 2026 launch a special joint security operation across Greater Kumasi to clamp down on commercial transport operators who indulge in charging multiply and illegal fares. The operation, which forms part of broader efforts to protect commuters and maintain order within the […] The post National

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiamah, has urged journalists, publishers and media owners to play a critical role in anchoring confidence and stabilising expectations as Ghana consolidates recent economic gains and enters what he described as a “reset” phase. Dr Johnson Asiamah said the media’s responsibility in providing accurate, […] The post BoG

I write to commend the minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, Hon Emelia Arthur, for her decisive and courageous action to ban the use of a hazardous fishing method in the Bruben and its surrounding fishing communities in the Afran Plains of the Eastern Region. This intervention, undertaken personally by the minister, deserves marathon applause, in […] The post Thumbs