A programme aimed at driving the youth economy and a global platform to project Ghana’s cultural assets to the rest of the world has been launched. The event dubbed Akwaaba Festival is part of Ghana’s preparation to mark another Independence anniversary, one of the country’s most significant youth-driven cultural, tourism, and lifestyle platforms. This edition … The post All set for Akwaaba Fest

Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club PLC has appointed Julius Ben Emunah as its new managing director, with effect from February 2, 2026. The appointment was announced by the Board of Directors of the club in a press release issued in Accra on Tuesday. Mr Emunah takes over from Dr Delali Anku Adiamah, who has … The post Accra Hearts of Oak appoints Julius Ben Emunah as managing

The National Identification Authority has announced temporary technical challenges following the introduction of a new system to reflect revised fees and charges. In a public notice issued on February 2, 2026, the Authority explained that the challenges were identified after the deployment of the newly designed system. According to the NIA, its technical team is … The post NIA announces

Flagbearer elect of the New Patriotic Party NPP Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called on party members to begin working together early as preparations begin for the 2028 general elections. He stressed that although three years may appear long it is a short time in politics and early action is needed to resolve challenges within the … The post Bawumia urges early unity and hard work ahead

Deputy Director of Elections of the National Democratic Congress NDC Rashid Tanko Computer has questioned the ability of New Patriotic Party NPP flagbearer elect Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to win the 2028 general elections. He argued that Dr Bawumia’s performance in the NPP presidential primaries shows a decline in his popularity within his own party. According … The post Bawumia’s

The AH Chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (FGBMFI) has officially been inaugurated at a gathering led by the Executive Chairman of the Jopsong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong. The event, a breakfast meeting at AH Hotel in East Legon, Accra on Saturday, January 31, 2026, convened business leaders and professionals, framing … The post New FGBMFI AH

National Communications Director of the Convention People’s Party CPP Osei Kofi Acquah has described the New Patriotic Party NPP flagbearer contest as full of unexpected outcomes. He noted that the race produced surprises that challenged public expectations about the strength and performance of some leading contenders. Mr Acquah speaking at Joyprime explained that he initially … The post I

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has denied allegations circulating on social media that it issued a fake visa to the family of the late Nana Agyei Ahyia, a Ghanaian student who died under unusual circumstances while studying at Riga Technical University in Latvia. The ministry described the claims contained in a viral video as … The post MFA denies issuing fake visa

The Ghana Police Service has declared a suspect, identified as Hoyeefi, wanted in connection with a robbery attack at Nkaseim in the Ahafo Region, as investigations into the incident continue. As part of efforts to secure his arrest, the police have announced a GH¢50,000 reward for any person who provides credible information leading to the … The post Police declare robbery suspect Hoyeefi wanted

The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has been thrown into deep mourning following the tragic and untimely death of Nelson Blay Nokotey, a Level 300 Top-Up Journalism student who was fatally knocked down by a hit-and-run driver. The devastating incident has left the entire UniMAC community in shock and grief. In a statement … The post UniMAC mourns tragic death

Some Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have begun adjusting fuel prices at the pumps following industry projections that petroleum product prices would increase by between two and more than five per cent per litre. Checks yesterday showed that market leader Star Oil has adjusted its petrol price, selling a litre at GH¢9.99, up slightly from GH¢9.97. … The post OMCs begin fuel price adjustments appeared first

A strategic Ghana Made Expo, designed as a one-stop market to make buying Ghanaian products simpler, more reliable and better value for money, is set to open in Accra. Developed as a weekly Saturday market rather than a one-off trade fair, the Expo is structured to bring producers and consumers together in a consistent and … The post Ghana Made Expo set to transform market for local

A total of 52 students have graduated from the Health Access Institute (HAI) in Accra, as the institute reaffirmed its commitment to training competent, ethical and patient-centred health professionals for Ghana’s healthcare system. The graduands were drawn from the institute’s Dispensing Technology and Medicine Counter Assistant programmes, both accredited by the Pharmacy Council. Addressing the … The post Health

The Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has assured the management of the Northern School of Business (NOBISCO) in Tamale of the government’s readiness to collaborate with school authorities to restore the girls’ dormitory destroyed by fire. Mr Iddrisu said education remained the key to unlocking opportunities for the youth, stressing the urgency of rebuilding … The post Education

A groundbreaking ceremony has been held for the construction of a 12-unit classroom block, teachers’ quarters and a clinic at Babayara Basic School in the La Nkwantanang–Madina Municipality of the Greater Accra Region. The classroom block will comprise a modern library, staff common room, dining hall, store and a headteacher’s office, while the clinic will … The post Qatar Foundation

Matchday Four of the CAF Champions League produced decisive movements across all four groups, as commanding home performances, crucial away victories and dramatic comebacks reshaped the race for the quarter-finals at the halfway stage of the group phase. Defending champions Pyramids FC tightened their grip on Group A with a dominant home display in Cairo, … The post Pyramids close in on

RESIDENTS of the Ho Municipality have expressed mixed reactions to the election of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as the presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the 2028 general election. While some believe he stands a strong chance of winning the election, others argue that his candidature would not yield success for the party. … The post Ho residents split over Dr Bawumia’s 2028

THE President, John Dramani Mahama, will pay a three-day State visit to the Republic of Zambia from February 4 to 6, 2026, at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema. A statement, signed by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, said President Mahama will be accompanied by his wife and First … The post Pres Mahama to pay 3-day

GHANA is on course to achieve the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) 2030 targets for the elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), having already eliminated three diseases and making steady progress in reducing the burden of others. Dr Joseph Kwadwo Larbi Opare, NTDs Programme Manager at the Ghana Health Service (GHS), told The Ghanaian Times in … The post Ghana on track

EFFORTS to promote large-scale and commercial agriculture in Ghana are set to receive a major boost as the World Bank prepares to inject $1 billion into the sector. The support, under the Large Scale Agriculture Programme (LAP), is aimed at promoting commercial farming and enhancing the country’s agricultural productivity. • Dr Ato Forson (right) and … The post Enhancing