The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has criticised the government’s handling of the flooding that hit parts of Accra and surrounding communities on Monday, urging it to move beyond what it described as public relations activities and take decisive action to address the country’s flood challenges. In a press release issued on June 29, the party … The post NPP criticises government’s

The mission is to conduct a first-hand assessment of the devastating floods that have submerged communities and displaced hundreds, with officials pointing the finger squarely at the destructive impact of illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

The Head of the Department of Epidemiology and Disease Control at the University of Ghana, Professor Ernest Kenu, has called for the strengthening of disease surveillance systems to enable the country to detect and contain outbreaks before they escalate into public health emergencies. He explained that infectious diseases often spread unnoticed through individuals, communities and … The post Early

Legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has defended the court's decision to adjourn judgment in the Wontumi-Samreboi galamsey case, describing the move as necessary to uphold procedural fairness and protect the legitimacy of the eventual judgment.

The Minister of Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has assumed office as the new Chancellor and Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Regional Maritime University (RMU). He takes over from Sierra Leone’s Minister of Transport and Aviation, Ambassador Alhaji Fanday Turay, who held the rotating position for the past two years on behalf … The post Transport Minister takes over as RMU Chancellor

Upstarts Cape Verde make history twice with their World Cup debut then reaching the knockout stages.

Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Iddie Adams has dismissed claims that government-sponsored World Cup travel opportunities were given to politicians and public officials, insisting that the process was carried out without political interference.

Rising boxer Prince Kamaldeen Mohammed, popularly known as “The Northern Assassin”, delivered another impressive performance after securing a knockout victory over David Okai in their light heavyweight clash at the Aflao Border Lorry Park.

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate release of GH¢300 million from the Contingency Fund to finance urgent flood relief and mitigation efforts following the devastating floods that hit parts of Accra and other communities in the southern sector of the country after hours of heavy rainfall. A statement issued by the Presidency Communications […] The post Mahama Releases GH¢300m

The government is considering the adoption of the Anti-Witchcraft Accusation Bill, a Private Member’s Bill sponsored by the Member of Parliament for Madina, Mr Francis-Xavier Sosu, to criminalise witchcraft accusations in the country. The Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mr Ahmed Ibrahim, said the passage of the Bill would establish a clear … The post Govt

Former Ivory Coast international Salomon Kalou has criticised FIFAâ??s decision to introduce mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup, arguing that the stoppages are unnecessary and disrupt the flow of matches.Speaking at a SuperSport media roundtable on Monday, the ex-Chelsea forward said players do not need scheduled pauses to stay hydrated during games.â??I donâ??t think itâ??s necessary because players can always drink water whenever they need to,â? Kalou

By Cliff BAKASHABA The recent ceasefire framework in the Middle East has given markets something they badly wanted, a reason to breathe. Oil prices have eased from their highs. Investors have responded positively. And after months of conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States, it is understandable that many would like to believe the […] The post Why African investors should

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate release of GH¢300 million from the Contingency Fund to support flood relief and mitigation efforts following the devastating floods that affected parts of Accra and other communities in southern Ghana on Monday, June 29.

Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, has rejected suggestions that government officials and political office holders benefited from sponsored trips to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that ticket allocation was handled without political influence.His clarification follows the conclusion of the governmentâ??s free World Cup ticket support programme, which was limited strictly to the group stage of the tournament and has since been discontinued ahead of the knockout

People have been urged to relocate to high ground or stay indoors as more rain is expected to come.

Englandâ??s World Cup campaign enters a decisive phase this week as they prepare to face DR Congo at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with a place in the Round of 16 at stake.Under Thomas Tuchel, the Three Lions have enjoyed a strong tournament run, but the upcoming fixture presents a different kind of challenge against a resilient Congolese side that fought back to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1 and secure third place in Group K behind Portugal and Colombia.As England fine-tune

Englandâ??s World Cup campaign enters a decisive phase this week as they prepare to face DR Congo at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with a place in the Round of 16 at stake. Under Thomas Tuchel, the Three Lions have enjoyed a strong tournament run, but the upcoming fixture presents a different kind of challenge against a resilient Congolese side that fought back to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1 and secure third place in Group K behind Portugal and Colombia. As England fine-tune

 “The path to success is to take massive, determined action.” – Anthony Robbins    Last week, I examined how the banking landscape in Ghana has evolved during mergers, acquisitions and consolidations resulting in massive organizational changes.  I also looked at the effect of these changes with particular reference to the People Factor. Organizational change in […] The post Risk

Ghanaâ??s Black Stars are set to travel to Kansas City, Missouri, on Wednesday, July 1, 2025, ahead of their Round of 32 clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The West African side will take on Colombia on Friday, July 3, 2026, in what promises to be a high-stakes knockout encounter.Following their qualification to the next round, head coach Carlos Queiroz granted the squad a dayâ??s rest to aid recovery after a demanding group-stage campaign.Preparations will resume with double

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued an impact-based weather alert warning of more rains, thunderstorms and strong winds across parts of southern Ghana on Tuesday, June 30, urging the public to remain vigilant against potential weather-related hazards.