Later this month, Parliament is expected to transmit the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, which was passed on May 29, to President Mahama for assent. Once the bill reaches his desk, the President will face a constitutional choice: assent to the bill or return it to Parliament for reconsideration. Thus far, public […] The post Article 108: Mahama’s Legal Shield Against

Last month, the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Ocloo, together with the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Okaikwei North visited Lapaz, a major commercial hub in Accra, to engage traders and hawkers operating on pavements and road medians. The officials directed them to vacate those spaces and cease trading there. The traders were subsequently […] The post Editorial: Trading

Unilever Ghana PLC recorded a profit after tax of GH¢94 million in 2025 from GH¢58 million in 2024, as improved macroeconomic conditions and strong growth across key product categories boosted the company’s performance. The company’s cash position also increased significantly from GH¢97 million in 2024 to GH¢210 million in 2025. Speaking at the company’s Annual … The post Unilever

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Prestea Huni-Valley, Robert Wisdom Cudjoe, has marked his birthday with a significant development initiative by cutting the sod for the construction of a three-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities each for the people of Abekakrom and Prestea Gambia in the Western Region. The project, which is expected to improve […] The post Prestea

Damang Gold Mine Limited (DMGL), an indigenous Ghanaian mine operating at Damang in the western region last Friday joined the global community to commemorate World Environment Day 2026, using the occasion to reinforce the importance of environmental stewardship, climate resilience and responsible mining practices. The event, held at Damang in the Western Region, brought together […] The post DMGL

The Centre for Environmental Impact Analysis (CEIA) has called on the government to halt moves to de-gazette portions of Globally Significant Biodiversity Areas (GSBAs) in the Western Region and other parts of the country for logging, stressing that such actions undermine environmental justice. The centre also urged the government to stop granting exploration rights to … The post Stop degazetting

The Western Central Regional Police Command has restored calm in Benso near Tarkwa following a violent disturbance on Sunday, June 7, 2026, which left two people injured, including one with gunshot wounds.

Residents of Sogakope in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region have expressed concern about high electricity bills which did not reflect the actual power consumed and disconnections. They, therefore, called on the Volta Region management of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to as a matter of urgency rectify the situation. The Leader … The post Sogakope  residents complain of

Parliament has officially launched the “Parliament and You” educational series, an initiative aimed at enhancing young people’s understanding of parliamentary democracy, governance, and civic responsibility.

Somali referee Omar Artan has returned to Mogadishu to a heroâ??s welcome after being denied entry into the United States, a setback that will prevent him from making history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 34-year-old official had been selected among FIFAâ??s match officials for the tournament and was set to become the first Somali referee to take on an on-field role at footballâ??s biggest event.However, his dream was cut short when US immigration authorities refused him

The Minority has accused the Sports Ministry of screening supporters in Ghana for sponsorship to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite a presidential directive to prioritise Ghanaians residing in the tournament’s host countries.

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, has been suspended with immediate effect while an investigation into misconduct allegations continues. The decision was made by a group within the ICC’s management oversight body, which has also referred the matter to the court’s 125 member states. Those states will vote on Khan’s future during … The post ICC

Another nine people were injured at an informal settlement in Cleveland late on Tuesday.

A search operation is underway for a 58-year-old fisherman who went missing after falling overboard during a fishing expedition off the Western Region coast. The missing fisherman, Kofi C.K. Mann, an outboard motor operator aboard Exodus 14:14, disappeared at about 2 a.m. on Thursday, June 4, while the vessel was returning from a fishing trip … The post Search operation

mercury at 0.53 mg/kg, cadmium at 1.2 mg/kg  By Christabel DANSO ABEAM                                          [email protected] A 2026 scientific study has found concerning levels of toxic heavy metals in soils at Agbogbloshie in Accra, with mercury measured at 0.53 milligrammes per kilogramme (mg/kg) and cadmium at 1.2 mg/kg, pointing to ongoing environmental risks linked to informal electronic […] The post Agbogbloshie

England manager Thomas Tuchel says they are being careful with the management of forward Bukayo Saka ahead of the World Cup. The Arsenal talisman missed part of the just-ended campaign due to an Achilles injury, but returned in time for the run-in as the Gunners were crowned champions.Despite being declared fit, Tuchel insists the player is continuously under careful scrutiny over his fitness."We still have to take a little bit of care for Bukayo [Saka] who had an injury

By Kizito CUDJOE The large-scale mining sector contributed more than GH¢22.22billion to the economy in 2025, defying a challenging global environment marked by geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions, energy market volatility and growing climate-related obligations. The mining industry’s strong showing comes at a time when governments, investors and civil society groups are increasingly […] The post Mining

Croatia, Ghana's group opponents, have finally arrived in the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 2018 World Cup runners-up touched down in the Washington on Tuesday, before moving to their base in Alexandria, Virginia.The players led by veteran midfielder Luka Modric were met by hundreds of Croatian fans, who cheered them on as they descended from their team bus to their hotel.Croatia will pitch camp at the AKA Hotel and will train at the Episcopal High School.The

Ghanaian midfielder Lawrence Ofori believes the Black Stars can make it out of their group at the FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars will face Central Americans Panama in their opening game before engaging 1966 winners England and 2018 runners-up Croatia in Group L.Ghana qualified for the World Cup after finishing top of their group, winning eight matches, drawing one and losing one.However, their failure to qualify for AFCON 2025 has left many in doubt of the team's chances.But

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has urged government to impose an immediate six-month ban on rice imports, warning that thousands of local farmers are struggling with large volumes of unsold rice. According to the association, the continued influx of imported rice has made it difficult for domestic producers to sell […] The post Rice-farmers demand six-month