Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has delivered an emotional rallying cry to Ghanaians ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, promising that the team will do everything possible to make the nation proud on football's biggest stage.

Morocco's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a major setback after the withdrawal of two key players, defender Nayef Aguerd and winger Abde Ezzalzouli, just days before the Atlas Lions begin their campaign against Brazil.The Moroccan Football Federation confirmed that both players will miss the tournament due to injury concerns, forcing head coach Mohamed Ouahbi into late changes to his final squad ahead of Sunday's crucial Group C opener.Aguerd, one

Haiti’s achievement in qualifying for the World Cup amid ongoing turmoil in the Caribbean nation is one of the most inspiring stories of this year’s tournament, and the team are now hoping to make a real impact in the United States as they prepare for their opening game. Ranked 83rd in the world, Haiti face […] The post Haiti hoping to do their country proud and upset

Former Ghana international Godwin Attram has thrown his support behind the central defensive partnership of Jonas Adjetey and Jerome Opoku, insisting the duo can anchor the teamâ??s backline heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The pair were handed their first outing together during Ghanaâ??s recent friendly against Wales last month, a match staged as part of preparations for the tournament in North America.Their inclusion came amid injury setbacks to key defenders Mohammed

Exactly four years after Argentina’s triumph over France in Qatar, a new FIFA World Cup cycle is set to kick off today as the torch is lit for the commencement of the 2026 edition. Mexico, Canada and the United States of America are jointly hosting the championship. Characteristically, it will be preceded by a lively … The post Estadio Azteca roars today …as 2026 World Cup kicks

No drainage system, no matter how well designed, can evacuate all water during extreme high-intensity rainfall events

The government has begun efforts to help Ghanaians in the diaspora secure tickets to support the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a statement, the Ghana High Commission in Canada said it had been directed by the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to collect details of Ghanaians in Canada who want to … The post Govt begins ticket drive for diaspora fans appeared first on Ghanaian

The Commonwealth Games Association (CGA), Ghana, has confirmed participation at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with a team of high-performing athletes set to represent the nation from July 23 to August 2.  Mr Richard Akpokavie, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee and CGA Ghana, said Team Ghana would comprise athletes capable of competing for podium finishes.  Ghana is expected to field … The post Ghana

The League transcends the boundaries of a conventional football tournament

Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and Green Transition and Tullow Ghana have collaborated to facilitate the supply of Ghanaian crude oil to a domestic refinery for local processing. The move supports Ghana’s efforts to strengthen local refining capacity, enhance energy security and advance industrial development. A statement issued by Tullow and copied to The Ghanaian Times … The post Tullow

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The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has urged stakeholders in the global gaming industry to intensify efforts to combat illegal gambling, warning of its growing impact on economies and livelihoods. He made the call when he addressed more than 200 participants from Europe and Africa at the 2026 European Lotteries (EL) … The post Illegal gambling drains

The MPs further called on both the government and Parliament to intensify oversight and ensure the effective implementation of flood management policies

A rapist who held his victim at knifepoint and threatened to kill her is on the run from justice after being accidentally released from prison four months ago. Bernadin Dedic, 48, had been drinking red wine and was high on cocaine when he pulled out a knife on the woman, telling her that if she … The post Rapist on the run after accidental prison release appeared first on Ghanaian

The National Association of Institutional Suppliers is picketing the Ministry of Education on June 11 over GH¢50m in unpaid Free SHS uniform contracts dating back to 2023.

…as services and mining drove expansion By Juliet ETEFE The economy expanded by 6.4 percent in the first quarter of 2026, driven mainly by strong performances in the services and industrial sectors – particularly information and communication as well as mining and quarrying – according to provisional estimates from Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). This growth […] The post Economy grew 6.4%

The Coalition of Natural Rubber Actors of Ghana (CONRAG) has proposed a six-pronged Regulated Export Quota System as an alternative to government’s 10-year prohibition on raw rubber exports, arguing that a blanket ban risks suppressing farm-gate prices, eliminating thousands of rural jobs and ultimately undermining the domestic processing industry it seeks to promote. The proposal […] The post CONRAG

…at EL Industries Days 2026 The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has urged members of European Lotteries (EL) and the African Lotteries Association (ALA), as well as stakeholders in the gaming and lottery industry, to be relentless in the fight against illegal gambling to protect their economies and citizens from […] The post NLA

By Kizito CUDJOE Gold production is expected to remain at historically high levels in 2026, with output projected at between 6.1 million ounces (oz) and 6.9 million oz as both large-scale and small-scale miners increase production, according to the Ghana Chamber of Mines. The chamber forecasts large-scale gold production of between 3.2 million oz and […] The post Mines chamber bullish on 2026

Ghana’s budget transparency score has nosedived from 46 percent in 2023 to 22 percent in the latest Open Budget Survey, placing the country well below the sub-Saharan African average of 38 percent. According to a press release by SEND Ghana, this triggers concerns about public accountability in the management of state resources. The 2025 Open […] The post Budget transparency