By Blessing Sarfo BOAKYE In recent years, the global business landscape has witnessed a significant shift towards sustainability, with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies emerging as a cornerstone of corporate strategy – policies designed to ensure that companies operate for profit and in a responsible and sustainable manner. This paradigm shift is particularly pronounced […] The post The

Col Randrianirina, who seized power last year, did not give a reason for dissolving his government.

The Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Sampson Ahi, has called for urgent and coordinated action among public institutions to remove persistent bottlenecks in Ghana’s trading system that delay the movement of goods and increase the cost of doing business. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 first quarter meeting of the National Trade […]

A Professor of Clinical Microbiology at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Dorcas Obiri-Yeboah, has called for urgent attention to address the issues of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer in the country. Prof. Obiri-Yeboah indicated that cervical cancer was one of the leading preventable cancers, stating that, “We have the tools, we know … The post Step up fight

T HE Embassy of Japan in Ghana has awarded a $129,631 grant to EduGha Organisation, a non-governmental organisation, for the construction of a school block for Tari No. 2 Primary School in the Gonja North District of the Savannah Region. The project includes a six-unit classroom block with offices, provision of a set of furniture, … The post Japan funds $129,631 school project for Tari

An aide to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has told the Mahama government not to consider increasing elecrity tarriffs against in the first quarter of 2026. He makes the point that the cost of living already keeps rising due to high tariffs and the people can no longer be burdened. In […]

The seventh edition of the Kwahu Mountain Marathon will take place on Saturday, April 4, organisers have announced, with more than 1,000 runners expected and several new additions introduced for the 2026 event. Marathon Foundation Ghana, which stages the annual race in collaboration with the Kwahu Traditional Council, said this year’s programme will feature two … The post 7th Kwahu Mountain Marathon

The second edition of the Otumfuo Smash II tournament, held at the Ahinsan Youth Centre in Kumasi, ended over the weekend with Augustina Baidoo and James Marfo running home with top honours in the seniors division. The two-day event, organised by the Ghana Table Tennis Association (GTTA), was dubbed: ‘Otumfuo Smash II’ and was held … The post Marfo, Baidoo shine at ‘Otumfuo Smash

With just three matches left to conclude the 2025/26 Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League (WPL), Matchweek 15 delivered action across all centres as leaders in both zones strengthened their hold at the top of the table. In the Southern Zone, league leaders, Hasaacas Ladies, secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Soccer Intellectuals at the Kobby’s … The post Hasaacas Ladies, Ampem Darkoa

Former 100m world champion, Fred Kerley, was hit with a two-year ban on Friday after failing to notify anti-doping officials of his whereabouts, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has said in a statement. Kerley, who won 100m gold at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, has been provisionally suspended since August last year after committing … The post Former 100m champion Kerley hit with 2

Football’s governing bodies and Australian authorities are being urged to ensure the safety of Iran’s women’s team as they prepare to fly home from Australia after being eliminated from the Asian Cup. Hundreds of supporters surrounded the Iranian Lionesses’ coach as it left the stadium on the Gold Coast on Sunday evening, with chants of … The post Australia

After defeating Kamil Majchrzak in Indian Wells, Novak Djokovic, 41, reiterated that it would be great to compete in the upcoming Summer Games. Although he admits that it becomes harder each year, he continues to insist that he will try to be there. Speaking to reporters, Djokovic placed the long-term target squarely on the table. … The post Djokovic eyeing LA28 glory appeared first on Ghanaian

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo regained the world half-marathon record as he claimed victory in Lisbon on Sunday. The 25-year-old won in 57 minutes and 20 seconds to take 10 seconds off the record set by Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha in Valencia in 2024. Kiplimo was the previous record holder, having clocked 57:31 on the same Lisbon course … The post Kiplimo sets world half-marathon record in

Xavi has sensationally hit out at Joan Laporta, accusing the Barcelona president of blocking Lionel Messi’s potential return to the club. Messi left Barca in 2021, with the club reportedly unable to agree terms on a new contract for the Argentine superstar, who is their record goalscorer. Xavi coached Barca between November 2021 and May … The post Laporta blocked Messi’s Barca return-Xavi

The Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has apologised to motorists for any inconvenience caused by the road diversion at Tetteh Quarshie Interchange. The Minister said these diversions are necessary in the interest of Public Safety. “Please bear with us. Apologies for any inconvenience,” he wrote on his X page. Motorists who were […]

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has said that looking ahead, the outlook of Ghana’s economy remains encouraging. He said lower inflation, stronger external buffers, and improving financial sector conditions provide a solid foundation for sustained economic recovery. At the same time, he said they remain mindful of risks in the […]

Times Ladies Association, the female wing of the New Times Corporation, yesterday celebrated International Women’s Day with a strong call for women to pursue higher education and position themselves for leadership roles in society. The celebration brought together female staff and management of the corporation in an atmosphere of reflection, encouragement, and renewed commitment to … The post Times

The Director of Communications of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has filed a Right To Information (RTI) request on the on the governments spending on the Feed Ghana Programme. One year into the Feed Ghana Programme, he said, Ghanaians want to know the true state of the promise to transform Ghana through agriculture. […]

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama has said that macroeconomic stability must ultimately be reflected in the strength of the domestic financial system. He noted that the banking sector entered 2025 still adjusting to the effects of the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme. Capital buffers were under pressure, non-performing loans were elevated, […]

The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) on Thursday received a donation of GH¢1 million from FuelTrade Ghana Limited, a fuel Bulk Distribution Company (BDC), at a short ceremony in Accra. The donation is part of FuelTrade’s corporate social responsibility and its support for GETFund’s strategic partnerships with the private sector. Presenting the cheque on behalf … The post FuelTrade donates GH¢1m