Black Stars midfielder Abu Francis offered an optimistic update on his recovery from a severe leg injury, expressing gratitude for the support from fans on New Year's Day.In a message shared by the Ghana Football Association (GFA), the Toulouse FC player, who suffered a double fracture in a friendly against Japan last November, shared positive news on his rehabilitation progress."My recovery is going well," Francis confirmed. â??I just want to say a very big thank

The female inmates of the Sunyani Central Prisons of the Bono Region are now facing crises in terms of food security and its storage. The facility does not have a storage facilities like deep freezer, chest freezer or fridge to store the food they consume at the place, especially most of the leftover food for […]

Col. Mamady Doumbouya, who seized power more than four years ago, took over 80 percent of the vote, according to a government-controlled agency that he set up.

31st December night’s church services in Ghana are characterised by prophecies, revelations and declarations about the new year, most of which are controversial. Congregants, the general public, and the media always look forward to what has been described as 31st night prophecies. In the spirit charged auditorium of the ultra-modern church building of Disciples of […]

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah has expressed strong belief in his sideâ??s ability to overcome 2021 champions Senegal as the Falcons of Jediane prepare for a high-stakes Round of 16 clash at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Ahead of Saturdayâ??s knockout fixture in Morocco, Appiah said Sudan are aiming to go deep into the tournament, insisting his players are motivated by confidence rather than intimidated by the scale of the challenge posed by one of Africaâ??s traditional

The Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS) has announced a strategic shift in its focus for 2026, moving beyond sustainability towards scaling private education through data-driven reforms and structured learning pathways. Addressing members in a New Year message, GNACOPS leadership said lessons from 2025 showed that while many sustainability initiatives succeeded, they were uneven, […]

Sudan is brimming with confidence ahead of their historic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Round of 16 clash against Senegal.Head coach Kwesi Appiah, who guided the team to the knockout stages for the first time since 2012, has set an ambitious target of winning the entire tournament."Sudan deserves to go far in the AFCON, and our ultimate goal remains to chase for the AFCON title," Appiah stated. Acknowledging the challenge, he added, "We have respect for Senegal,

Imagine stepping into a stream, knowing crocodiles glide beneath the surface. For the people of Egyambra in the Ahanta West Municipality of the Western Region, this is an act of sacred faith, not folly. A generations-old bond with the water overrides primal danger. Why do they trust so completely? What beliefs allow both young and […]

As Ghana begins a new year, moments of transition invite more than celebration; they demand reflection. Beyond the usual rhythms of political debate, the start of a new year offers an opportunity to reconsider how we discuss the policies that shape our collective future. Few issues demand such sober reflection as education, particularly the Free […]

Ghana Premier League side Aduana Football Club have signed midfielder Salim Baafada to augment their squad.The Dormaa-based club announced the acquisition of the talented midfielder in an official notice on Thursday, January 1, 2026.According to the club, Baafada has signed a three-year contract and immediately joins the first team to prepare for the second round of the 2025/26 football season.â??We are pleased to announce the signing of Salim Bafaada from Kwamo Future Stars

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with a daylight armed robbery at a jewellery shop in Adabraka, Accra, in which GH¢7.5 million was stolen. The robbery, which occurred on November 2, 2024, involved cash proceeds from a gold transaction that were being conveyed to a bank when the attack took place. […] The post POLICE ARREST SUSPECT

The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies, Dr.Joseph Siaw Agyepong, and his wife, Dr. Mrs. Adelaide Siaw Agyepong, provided essential food items and transportation cash to over 5,000 Ghanaians at their Accra residence on New Year’s Day January 1, 2026, continuing a decade-long tradition of festive season support. Over 5,000 Ghanaians from far […]

Gabonâ??s painful Africa Cup of Nations campaign ended not only with an early exit but with sweeping consequences, as the government moved swiftly to dissolve the national teamâ??s technical staff and suspend the senior menâ??s side indefinitely.â??Dr. Simplice-Désiré Mamboula, the acting Minister of Sports, stated: â??"The government has decided to dissolve the technical staff and suspend the national team until further notice.The drastic decision followed

Heart of Lions coach Bashir Hayford says he is expecting a game against Hohoe United. Lions will be hosted by the regional rivals in the Matchday 17 games at the Hohoe Sports Stadium on Friday, January 2.Heart of Lions are yet to taste a win in as many as four matches, making their away trip to Hohoe a nervy one, and coach Bashir Hayford shared some words on team preparation.â??The preparation has not been bad at all; we have prepared very well, just that we have lost a number

Heart of Lions coach Bashir Hayford says he is expecting a game against Hohoe United. Lions will be hosted by the regional rivals in the Matchday 17 games at the Hohoe Sports Stadium on Friday, January 2.Heart of Lions are yet to taste a win in as many as four matches, making their away trip to Hohoe a nervy one, and coach Bashir Hayford shared some words on team preparation.â??The preparation has not been bad at all; we have prepared very well, just that we have lost a number

The new water and electricity tariffs announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) will take effect today, Thursday, Janury 1, 2026. The PURC announced a 9.86% increase in electricity tariffs across all customer categories and a 15.92% upward review of water tariffs for all classes. This major tariff review, which will remain in force […]

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Renowned Ghanaian prophet Nigel Gaisie has prophesied that the Black Stars will reach the final of the 2026 World Cup.Ghana, four-time African champions, will be making their fifth appearance at the World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico next summer.The Black Stars have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia.Speaking during the 31st Service at his Prophetic Hill Church, Gaisie confidently stated, â??The Black Stars

Interim Management Committee member of Asante Kotoko, Kwesi Appiah, beleives the club will get better in the second half of the season. The Porcupine Warriors had a difficult first half of the season but managed to finish in second spot with 30 points, losing just two games after 16 matches played in the ongoing 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.With the second half set to get underway this weekend, Kwesi Appiah, who now serves as the head coach of Sudan, believes the team

The Tema Regional Police Command has foiled an attempted armed robbery operation at Afienya-Mataheko following an intelligence-led operation that resulted in a fierce exchange of gunfire, leaving four suspected members of a notorious robbery gang dead. According to the Police, the incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, December 29, 2025, at about 1:00 … The post Police foil robbery at Afienya