Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced a landmark social media ban for under-16s, citing concerns over mental health, addiction, and child safety. Read more on the decision.

The Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management Ghana (CIHRM) has called on human resource professionals to uphold accountability, ethical leadership and responsible use of authority in the workplace as the Human Resource Management Professionals Act, 2020 (Act 1020) takes full effect. Speaking at the CIHRM’26 Conference, President of the Institute, Florence Hutchful, said HR practitioners […] The post CIHRM

More than 300 young farmers, drawn from Ketu North, Ketu South and other communities across the southern and middle belts of the country, have completed training in the operation and maintenance of modern farm machinery. The two-day farm machinery training and capacity development programme, organised by BonAgro LOVOL in partnership with Weichai LOVOL Global and … The post 300 youth

Hundreds of households, schools and health facilities in the Nandom and Lambussie districts are now enjoying improved access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene services under the Healthy Future for All (HF4A) project. The initiative, being implemented by the Netherlands Development Organisation (SNV) with funding support from the Helmsley Charitable Trust, is aimed at ensuring … The post HF4A

The Government, through the Ministry of Finance, has authorised the release of GH¢76 million to support the senior national men’s football team, the Black Stars.  A statement issued by Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Presidential Spokesperson and Minister of State in-charge of Government Communications, said the financial commitment was divided into two key disbursement to ensure the team’s successful … The post GH¢76m

The ministries of Sports and Recreation (MoSR) and Foreign Affairs are actively engaged in conversations with Canadian immigration authorities over Ghana midfielder, Thomas Partey’s Canada visa refusal ahead of the Black Stars World Cup opener against Panama. This follows announcement from the Canadian authorities to refuse the Villarreal midfielder an entry visa for Ghana’s opener … The post Ghana

GOIL PLC has reaffirmed its resilience and growth ambitions following a strong 2025 performance, with shareholders commending the Board and Management for the Company’s remarkable turnaround and renewed focus on value creation. Speaking at GOIL’s 57th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Accra, Board Chairman, Nana Philip Archer, described the 2025 financial year as one … The post GOIL PLC posts

Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant equaliser for Brazil in a 1-1 draw with Morocco as the five-time World Cup winners made an uncertain start to the tournament in New Jersey. Ismael Saibari ran through to give Morocco a 21st-minute lead with a clever scoop in the Group C opener on Saturday, but Vinicius produced a […] The post World Cup 2026: How Morocco Held Almighty Brazil

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has directed all regulated financial institutions to immediately discontinue any arrangements that support unauthorised foreign currency wallet services being offered by some crypto currency platforms to users in Ghana. According to the central bank, those wallet services, which were mostly denominated in United States dollars were being facilitated through bank … The post BoG

One of France’s best-known showbusiness stars, Patrick Bruel, has been placed under judicial investigation on several counts of rape and sexual abuse, in the latest fallout from the Me Too movement. After two days in custody in the western Paris suburb of Nanterre, the 67-year-old singer and actor went before a panel of four judges […] The post French singer Patrick Bruel faces rape charges

The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nguvu Mining Limited, Angela List, has been elected as the First Vice President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines. Her election at the Chamber’s recent annual general meeting in Accra marks a significant milestone for the organisation, which serves as the umbrella body for companies engaged in the … The post Angela List pledges to maximise nation’s

The Minister of Health, Mr Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has pledged government support to the National Blood Service (NBS) to help address the country’s growing demand for blood. He said the support, to be provided through the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, would include equipment for blood screening, processing and storage at designated regional blood centres. According … The post Ghana needs

Following systemic financial strain, Ghana launches major cocoa sector reforms, mandating 50% local processing, a new price guarantee for farmers, and a CPC revival.

Renowned Ghanaian statesman and diplomat Ambassador James Victor Gbeho has passed away at age 91.

Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening play-based learning as the foundation for quality early childhood education, with stakeholders emphasising that play is how children learn and is essential to their holistic development. The call was made during the commemoration of the International Day of Play held at the Pantang Presbyterian School Park in Accra … The post Ghana reaffirms

Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg has been appointed as the official referee for the 2026 World Cup Group L opener between Ghana and Panama on Wednesday. The encounter, scheduled to take place at Toronto Stadium, is expected to play a key role in shaping the fortunes of both nations in a group that also includes England and Croatia.Nyberg will be supported by fellow Swedes Mahbod Beigi and Andreas Söderkvist, who have been named as assistant referees. Khalid Alturais will complete

A Nigerian man who won €500,000 in an Italian lottery but couldn't claim it due to his undocumented status has finally been granted an Italian residency permit.

A new Global InfoAnalytics poll shows 71% of Ghanaians approve of President Mahama's performance — a record high since 2020 — as optimism about Ghana's direction grows.

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NDC's Koku Anyidoho has described former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo's resignation from the Council of State as an unprecedented negative record for the government.