Ghana head coach, Chris Hughton, says he will “learn from previous experienc­es” as speculation surrounding his future with the Black Stars mounts before the start of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Hughton, who is preparing the team for matches against Madagascar and Comoros, has been under pressure since the West Africans lost 2-0 to … The post Ghana

 Fidelity Bank Gha­na Limited, the largest privately-owned Ghanaian bank, has once again showcased its commitment to excellence by delivering an impressive and robust financial performance in the third quarter of 2023. This achievement underscores the bank’s resilience in the face of recent sector challenges, position­ing it as a driving force in Ghana’s financial landscape. Fidelity … The post Fidelity

The African Ex­port-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched an Afri­can Collaborative Transit Guarantee Scheme (AACTGS) targeted at promoting the smooth move­ment of goods across the African continent “This ground-breaking project is a bold step towards improving the competitiveness of cross-bor­der trade as we announce the historic issuance of the first-ever multi-border transit bond on the continent, … The post Afrexim

A young man is battling for his life after he was attacked with machete, when he attempted to steal dry cocoa beans at Osedzi in the Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam Dis­trict, of the Central Region. The victim, in his late 20s, popularly known as Cape, was slashed open in the abdomen and left shoulder and bled profusely. The … The post Man in trouble for attempting to steal cocoa beans at

A 31-year-old businessman, charged with stealing unspecified amount of electricity power belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), has been remanded in prison custody by the Accra Cir­cuit Court. Habib Shaibu, accused, plead­ed not guilty and would be expect­ed to appear before the court to be presided by Mr Bright Samuel Acquah, on December … The post Businessman remanded

 The motion filed by the former Min­ister of Sanitation and Water Re­sources, Ms Cecilia Abena Dapaah, to have the Accra High Court stop the Office of the Special Prose­cutor (OSP) from investigating corruption and corruption-related offences against her has been adjourned to December 5. This is because a response from the OSP against the mo­tion, … The post Cecilia Dapaah’s

A Ugandan military court has found two officers guilty of cowardice as Islamist fighters stormed an African Union base in Somalia in May. Majors Zadock Abor and John Oluka ran away after they came under attack by al-Shabab in Bulo Marer, south of the capital, Mogadishu. At least 50 Ugandan soldiers were killed, officials say. … The post Ugandan soldiers sacked for cowardice in Somalia

Kenyans have been given a special holiday to plant 100 million trees as part of the government’s goal to plant 15 billion trees in 10 years. The holiday allows “each and every Kenyan to own the initia­tive”, according to Environment, Minister Soipan Tuya. Each Kenyan is being encour­aged to plant at least two seedlings, leading … The post Public holiday in Kenya to plant

Seismic activity has eased in south-west Iceland, but a volcanic eruption is still expected, scientists say. Although more than 500 earthquakes have hit the Reykjanes Peninsula since midnight, they have been weaker than over the past two days. But experts stress a 15km-long (9 mile) river of magma running under the peninsula is still active, … The post Iceland quakes weaker but volcano

 Seismic activity has eased in south-west Iceland, but a volcanic eruption is still expected, scientists say. Although more than 500 earthquakes have hit the Reykjanes Peninsula since midnight, they have been weaker than over the past two days. But experts stress a 15km-long (9 mile) river of magma running under the peninsula is still active, … The post Iceland quakes weaker but volcano

Russian state media on Monday published and swiftly retracted reports of a withdrawal of forces from positions on the left (eastern) bank of the Dnipro River. The reports quoted Russia’s defence ministry announcing troops were being transferred “to more favourable positions” on the Russian-occupied left – or eastern – side. The stories were quickly retracted. … The post Russian

Hospitals and medical facilities have become caught up in intense fighting as Israel presses its offensive against Hamas in Gaza City. The focus of attention has been on Al-Shifa, Gaza’s largest hospital, where thousands are trapped by nearby battles, but other facilities are also reporting a lack of supplies and power due to fighting. Israel … The post Gaza hospitals caught on front line

A Professor of Coastal Ecology and Interdisciplin­ary Oceans Studies at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto, has called for the establishment of an authority for the country’s blue economy to maximise the benefits of ocean resources. The blue economy, also known as the ocean economy, is a term used to describe … The post Let’s establish authority for blue

 President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo says the government is developing a compre­hensive plan that will deal with the challenges of water spillage once and for all. He explained that, the plan being put together by the inter-ministerial committee would ensure that any future spillage would not result in the destruction of lives and property. President … The post We’ll deal with spillage

 The Agricultural De­velopment Bank PLC (ADB) has presented a dummy cheque for GH¢1 million to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), to be given to the National Best Farmer for 2023. Aside sponsoring the cocktail for the national award winners, the bank would also sponsor the farmers’ forum as well as the main event … The post ADB presents GH¢1m for 2023 Nat’l Best Farmer

The President, Nana Addo Dank­wa Akufo-Addo, has called on his fellow African leaders and actors in the nuclear industry to harness nuclear energy to help address the continent’s developmental challenges. “Together, let us work and strive to harness the power of nuclear energy to address Africa’s energy challenges, promote sustainable development, and ensure a brighter … The post Harness

 THE Ghana Football Association (GFA) president, Kurt Okraku, has welcomed the association’s latest partner, Akoa Beverages Limited, urging them to work harder to develop football together in the country. The company, producers of AquaBlue natural mineral water, signed a year agreement with the FA to become its official water partner at a short ceremony last … The post FA

 The Accra Community School (ACS) emerged winners of the maiden Ghana Inter-School Soccer festival after prevailing over Peculiar International School 2-0 in the final on Friday at the Abelenkpe AstroTurf in Accra. Put together by the Ghana Inter- School Festival, an NGO in Accra, the one-day event was aimed at unifying and identifying talents in … The post  Accra Community School wins soccer

 The 20th Ghana- Japan Yosakoi festival is set for Saturday at the Ghana Police Headquarters Social and Fitness Centre in Accra. The programme would feature for the first time a Jiu-jitsu performance to add up to the traditional performances of Judo and Karate-do. The event would have schools including St. Dominic’s Senior High Technical, St. … The post Jiu-Jitsu

 A former Director of Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Re­search (NMIMR), Professor Abra­ham Kwabena Anang has been conferred with Japan’s most distinguished accolade for his devotion to the development of the institute and contribution to the promotion of mutual understanding between Japan and Ghana. The award, dubbed ‘Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with … The post Japan