Former Ghana international Sam Johnson has called for a merit-based approach to player selection in the Black Stars, insisting that only the right players should be invited to represent the national team.Johnson believes players should earn their places through their performances and suitability for the team, rather than being selected because of personal connections or predetermined arrangements.â??We need to make sure that we call the right players into the Black Stars. Not

The government authorises the hunting of 23 elephants and dozens of other wild animals for independence day feasts.

Ranking Member of Parliament’s Select Committee on Sports, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has strongly criticised the Ghana Football Association (GFA), saying its existence has not added value to Ghana football.

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has blamed two avoidable first-half goals for the Black Starsâ?? collapse in their 4-2 defeat to The Gambia in Tuesdayâ??s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.Ghana took a commanding 2-0 lead at the Accra Sports Stadium but conceded twice before half-time, allowing The Gambia to level the game and change the momentum.â??This was one of those days when everything went wrong for our team. Especially in the first half after we were leading 2-0.

Chairman of Parliament’s Select Committee on Sports, Hon. Ernest Henry Norgbey, has raised the possibility of a major restructuring of Ghana football, saying he would not be surprised if government eventually considers dissolving the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and starting afresh.

Chairman of Parliament’s Select Committee on Sports, Hon. Ernest Henry Norgbey, has defended the Black Stars’ coach, insisting that sacking him is not the solution to Ghana’s recent struggles.

Ghana defender Gideon Mensah has attributed part of the Black Starsâ?? struggles in their 4-2 defeat to The Gambia to the number of newcomers in the team, saying they need time to understand the urgency and responsibility that comes with representing the country.Mensah, who captained the team on the day, said playing for Ghana is different from club football and believes some of the new players are yet to fully understand the expectations that come with wearing the Black Stars

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has highlighted significant progress in National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) membership coverage in the Dormaa West District of the Bono Region.

Former Sports Minister Nii Lante Vanderpuye has questioned the involvement of club owners in the management of Ghana football, arguing that potential conflicts of interest could affect decisions involving the national team.Vanderpuye made the remarks following the Black Starsâ?? disappointing 4-2 defeat to The Gambia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at the Accra Sports Stadium.According to the former minister, individuals who have direct ownership interests in clubs

The Gambia head coach Johnathan McKinstry has credited his knowledge of Ghanaian football and his long-standing connection with the sides stunning 4-2 victory over the Black Stars in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.The Scorpions produced a remarkable comeback at the Accra Sports Stadium, recovering from a two-goal deficit to defeat the four-time African champions on home soil.Ghana raced into a 2-0 lead, but The Gambia responded strongly by scoring twice in five minutes

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Ghana has won an international tax arbitration dispute with Tullow Ghana Limited after an arbitral tribunal ruled in favour of the Republic and upheld a US$393.09 million tax assessment against the oil producer. The tribunal, constituted under the Rules of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), delivered its award on Tuesday, September 29, […] The post Ghana wins US$393m Tullow tax

Ghana and Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey has been hit by a personal tragedy following the death of his father, Jacob Teye Partey.Jacob Teye Partey reportedly passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, plunging the Partey family into mourning.The news comes as a major blow to the Ghana international, who has been a key figure for the Black Stars and has enjoyed a distinguished career at club level.Thomas, who currently represents Saudi League side Al Shabab, has yet to publicly

Absa Bank Ghana Ltd has formally commissioned Absa Place, its new Head Office at 64 Independence Avenue, Ridge, Accra, marking a new chapter for an institution that has been part of Ghana’s financial sector for more than a century. Speaking at the ceremony, the Board Chair of Absa Bank Ghana Ltd, Mrs Frances Adu-Mante, said … The post Absa Bank Ghana commissions new Head Office appeared first

The Ghana Audit Service is set to introduce a new electronic tracker to publicly monitor the implementation of audit recommendations, in a move aimed at ensuring that audit findings lead to corrective action and the recovery of public funds. The Auditor-General, Dr Pamela Graham, announced this in Accra yesterday at the launch of the 2026 … The post Audit Service steps up efforts to recover

Veteran sports administrator and Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) Board Member, Richmond Quarcoo, has been appointed Chef de Mission for Ghana’s delegation to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, United States of America. The appointment adds another major responsibility to an illustrious sports administration career spanning several decades and covering national, continental and international assignments.  … The post GOC

The Black Starlets have stepped up preparations for their second international friendly against Morocco’s U17 side following a full-scale training session on Monday. The Black Starlets will face Morocco U17 today in the second of the two scheduled friendlies as they continue preparations for the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, which will also serve as … The post Starlets set for Morocco friendly today

Sixteen community teams are participating in the 2026 MTN Inter-Community Football Gala at the Twene Amanfo Senior High School Park in Sunyani, Bono Region. The annual event, dubbed Sun City Fest, is organised by MTN Ghana in partnership with Sun City Radio to celebrate culture, community spirit, music, sports and health. The three-week programme, which … The post 16 c’nities competing

Ghana’s hopes to defend their Mixed Team Relay at the ongoing 2026 All Africa U-19 Badminton Championship in Cairo, Egypt were dashed yesterday after falling 2-1 to Algeria in the semi-finals. The defending champions represented by Francis Obeng-Shang, Obabompa Adu Mintah, Samuel Amasah, Racheal Quarcoo, Moslena Ama Korama Adu, Margaret Sarpei and Alana Faith Sullo … The post Badminton:

UEFA will distribute €31.5 million ($35.7 million) to clubs who released their players to compete in the 2024-25 season ?of the Nations League, European soccer’s governing body said yesterday. The payment is the first under the UEFA Club Benefits Programme cycle, which is part ?of a memorandum of understanding between UEFA and European Football Clubs … The post UEFA to