Ghana Premier League campaigners, Dreams FC may be dreaming of an FA Cup grand final appearance ahead of a tricky semi-final clash against Division One League (DOL) campaigners, Skyy FC at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex at Abrankese, today. Coach Abdul Karim Zito’s side made history when they brushed aside Legon Cities 1-0 to … The post Eyes
The Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources (MSWR) has reiterated its commitment to step up moves to strengthen Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) systems in the country. Despite significant achievements in the sector within the past few years, it said, the Ministry was prepared to support efforts and intensify collaborations with stakeholders to work towards … The post Govt
A three-day regional workshop to develop effective strategies aimed at enhancing access to electricity within West Africa and other parts of Africa has been held in Accra. Organised by the Centre for Renewable Energy and Efficiency (ECREEE) of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the workshop is focused on enabling the implementation and … The post Strategic
The Bono Regional Secretary of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Abdul Samad Nurudeen, has observed that the leadership of the party needs total overhaul to enhance its fortunes in Election 2024. He explained that with a more proactive leadership, the PNC could find alternative sources to fund its activities, instead of “the normal norm of … The post ‘PNC
The Circuit Court at Dormaa-Ahenkro, in Dormaa Central Municipality of Bono Region, has sentenced two persons to 14 years imprisonment in hard labour, for stealing a Bajaj tricycle. Blessing Yeboah, 19, a driver’s mate, and Isaac Ofosu, 25-year-old mason apprentice, were jailed seven years each. They pleaded guilty to the two charges with explanation, and … The post 2 jailed
Four illegal chainsaw operators, escaped death when unidentified young men, allegedly attacked them in the Bosomkese Forest Reserve, at Dwenase, in the Tano North Municipality of the Ahafo Region. The group, numbering about 10, attacked the illegal chain saw operators, seized their machines and motorcycles and allegedly poured petrol on them, in an attempt to … The post 4
A 40-year-old hunter got drowned in River Oda while chasing a grasscutter during a hunting expedition, at Kyiransa, near Senfi in the Bekwai Municipality. Kwaku Addai, alias Atta Kuma, was said to have died when he jumped into the river in an attempt to catch the animal that had entered the river. Mr Benjamin Amponsah, … The post Hunter drowns chasing grasscutter appeared first
A Man Diesel fuel tanker with registration number GE 4130-20 in the early hours of yesterday, overturned on the Tema-Accra motorway spilling its content on the highway. The incident which occurred at the East Legon portion of the motorway near the Accra end toll booth around 4:50 am, caused heavy vehicular gridlock between the hours … The post Fuel tanker overturns,
The Paris Club yesterday agreed to establish the Official Creditor Committee (OCC) under the G20 Common Framework for Debt Treatments, to seek financing assurances from bilateral creditors. “The Paris Club has today established the OCC, co-chaired by China and France with the granting of Financing Assurances, Ghana is now ready to go to the IMF … The post Paris
A barrage of rockets has reached an area close to Jerusalem for the first time in four days of fighting between Israel and militants in Gaza. Local media say a rocket from Gaza landed near the Jewish settlement of Bat Ayin in the occupied West Bank, about 16km (10 miles) south of Jerusalem. No injuries … The post Gaza rockets hit near Jerusalem amid fresh attacks appeared
About 60,000 people are waiting to cross into the US from Mexico, officials say, after a pandemic-era border policy expired on Friday. The policy, known as Title 42, allowed the US to swiftly deport people without an asylum hearing, using the coronavirus pandemic as justification. It ended overnight after three years along with the country’s … The post Thousands at US
Ukraine says it has recaptured ground in Bakhmut, a rare advance after months of grinding Russian gains in the eastern city. Deputy Defence Minister, Hanna Malyar, said Ukrainian forces advanced two kilometres (1.2 miles) in a week. The claims signal a momentum shift in Bakhmut – but more widely, there is no clear evidence of … The post Ukraine claims Bakhmut
The United Nations (UN) Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) said on Thursday that it is stepping up humanitarian support for children on the move affected by the ongoing conflict in Sudan as an estimated 82,000 children have fled to neighbouring countries and approximately 368,000 more are newly displaced inside the country. The brutal conflict in Sudan … The post UNICEF
After nearly a week of talks, Sudan’s warring parties have signed a deal to alleviate the suffering of the civilian population, but have made little progress towards peace. This is a first step to providing relief for trapped civilians. They agreed to allow safe passage for people leaving battle zones, protect relief workers and not … The post Army, RSF agree deal to
An anti-government movement is planning new protests in Guinea after its leaders said at least seven people were killed and 32 wounded during demonstrations in the capital, Conakry, and other cities. Police in riot gear cracked down on demonstrators who threw rocks and burned tyres on Wednesday during the latest in a series of protests … The post 7 people killed by police
Gospel musician cum immigration officer, Osofobaa Gloria, has released her fifth album dubbed “Adom bi Nti.” The seven-track album also features a musician, Sammy Baah. The titles of some songs on the album include “Power from above,” “Onyame Abodie ye nwanwa” and “me ma so nkwagyekropa ne so.” The musician in an interview with the … The post Osofobaa Gloria releases
A batik textile artist, Mr Edward Lamptey, has called for the establishment of a National Art Gallery to serve as a repository for Ghanaian art and artifacts to help preserve the country’s cultural heritage for future generations. He stated that when established, the gallery could also provide a platform for local artists to showcase their … The post Ghana
All is set for the opposition National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) much anticipated presidential and parliamentary primaries as delegates of the party across the 275 constituencies vote today to elect the party’s presidential and parliament candidates for the 2024 general elections. Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka,MP for Asawase Mr Alfred Oko Vanderpuije, Ablekuma South Constituency Mr Cassiel Ato … The post Who
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Dame, has stated that the report by the former Chairman of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining must be investigated to justify its authenticity. He insisted that Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng’s report were his opinion and must be investigated to justify their authenticity and urged the citizenry not to … The post Illegal
With or without the supervision of the Electoral Commission (EC), the National Democratic Congress (NDC) says it will go ahead with today’s planned presidential primaries. The EC following an injunction suit filed by a presidential candidate aspirant, Dr Kwabena Duffuor, pulled out of the exercise for fear of contempt. The case was struck out after … The post NDC
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