Versatile Ghanaian singer, Kelvin Boy, has expressed excitement about the growing enthusiasm surrounding this year’s Ghana Month celebrations, praising Ghanaians for proudly embracing local identity and culture. Speaking on the Pre-Independence Day edition of The Afternoon Show on TV3, monitored by entertainment journalist, Joseph Owusu Worae, the ‘Vero’ hitmaker said he is impressed by the […]

President John Dramani Mahama has emphasised the importance of continuity in governance, stating that every administration since independence has played a critical role in shaping modern Ghana. Speaking at the country’s 69th Independence Day celebration on March 6, the President said Ghana’s development is the cumulative result of successive governments that have contributed to building […] The post Continuity

Olam Agri has officially commissioned Ghana’s first state-of-the-art pasta manufacturing facility in Accra, ushering in a new chapter for the country’s food manufacturing sector. The USD 40 million investment strengthens Olam Agri’s wheat milling and pasta manufacturing capabilities in West Africa and represents a major milestone in Ghana’s drive to deepen domestic production, enhance food […]

As Ghana celebrates Ghana Month, a period dedicated to appreciating the nation’s rich cultural heritage, attention turns to one of the Ga people’s most sacred and enduring traditions—Kplejoo. Also known as Kple or Kplejoo, Kplejoo is an ancient religious dance of the Ga-Adangbe people of the Greater Accra Region. Unlike many popular dances performed mainly […]

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspected notorious land guard believed to have been terrorising residents of Abokobi and its surrounding communities. The suspect, identified as Saviour Kojo Ekpe, 45, was arrested on March 5, 2026, following intelligence gathered by the National Operations Directorate (NOD) Surveillance Unit indicating that he had been operating as […] The post Police

President John Dramani Mahama has celebrated all Ghanaians on the occasion of the 69th Independence Day. In his address to the nation on Friday, March 6, President Mahama said that independence granted Ghanaians freedom, but freedom demands responsibility. “We need to re-establish responsibility in our national life and how we manage natural resources,” he said. […]

President John Dramani Mahama has said that the establishment of the Women’s Development Bank is in its final stages. He made the point that the bank, when fully established, will ensure access to finance by women-led businesses. “We are in the final stages of setting up the Women’s Development Bank,” he said in his address […]

President John Dramani Mahama has said that he has signed the 24 Hour Economy Authority Bill into law. He says a 24 Hour Economy will create jobs and also boost the economy. “I have assented to the 24 Hour Economy bill, and it has now become law… This historic reform will boost productivity,” he said […]

A member of the communications team of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Roger TD Wills, has said in relation to the 69th Independence Day celebration that a great nation does not only celebrate independence. He said it reflects on its failures, refines its strategy, and rises again with renewed purpose. “The true meaning of independence […]

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) and some commercial banks have wished Ghanaians a happy 69th Independence Day celebration. Ghana marks its 69th Independence Day on Friday, March 6. Ghana obtained independence on 6th March 1957. This year’s anniversary is themed ‘Building Prosperity, Restoring Hope’. The national parade will take place at Jubilee House, the seat of […]

FC Samartex 1996 will look to return to winning ways when they host Dreams FC in the Ghana Premier League on Saturday afternoon at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena in Samreboi.The Timber Giants head into the fixture on a difficult run of form, having failed to win any of their last five matches across all competitions.Their most recent setback came in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Hohoe United last week, a result that further slowed their momentum in the league campaign.Despite the recent dip,

Relegation-threatened Young Apostles will welcome league contenders Bibiani Gold Stars to the Wenchi Sports Stadium on Sunday in a crucial Matchday 25 fixture of the Ghana Premier League. The clash promises to be fiercely contested, with both teams chasing very different objectives as the league campaign enters a decisive stage. Gold Stars chasing the summit […]

Matchday 25 of the Ghana Premier League will see an intriguing encounter on Sunday as Karela United host Asante Kotoko at the Tamale Sports Stadium in what promises to be a crucial fixture for both sides. Recent meetings between the two clubs have been closely contested. In their last seven encounters, Kotoko have recorded two […]

President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned the world’s largest calcined clay cement plant at the Tema Free Zones Enclave, describing the landmark facility as a major step forward in Ghana’s industrial revival and sustainable manufacturing drive. The $110 million plant, developed by CBI Ghana Ltd, has an annual production capacity of 1.5 million tonnes of […]

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced four international friendlies for the Black Stars as part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghana will be making their fifth appearance at the global tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico later this year.The teamâ??s build-up begins on Friday, March 27, when they face Austria at Viennaâ??s Ernst Happel Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 17:00 GMT. Three days later, the

By Juliet ETEFE  On 6th March 2026, Ghana will celebrate 69 years of independence under the theme ‘Building Prosperity, Restoring Hope’. The occasion offers not only a moment for patriotic reflection but also a strategic pause to assess the country’s trajectory and its place in a rapidly evolving global order. As Ghana marks 69 years […] The post Ghana@69: The unfinished work

By Elizabeth PUNSU 69 years after independence, the country’s labour market presents a complex paradox. While the economy has evolved considerably since first president Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s era, the twin challenges of unemployment and low salaries continue to weigh heavily on the workforce. Job creation has not kept pace with population growth, rapid urbanisation and […] The post Ghana@69:

By Otwiwa OFFEI-AKOTO Sometimes, the most productive thing you can do is step back – to think, to recalibrate, to see clearly again. After a short, intentional pause from this column, I return with a question that feels especially relevant as 6th March approaches: how independent is your mind? On 6th March 1957, under the […] The post Ghana@69: How independent is your mind? appeared first

The clock hits 5:00 PM. Chairs scrape the floor. The last customer waves and says, “See you tomorrow.” One by one, the team heads out, already easing into their evening. You should be leaving too. Instead, you’re still at your desk in Accra, fluorescent lights humming above you, receipts spread out like quiet accusations. Two […] The post The night shift nobody talks about appeared first on

The clock hits 5:00 PM. Chairs scrape the floor. The last customer waves and says, “See you tomorrow.” One by one, the team heads out, already easing into their evening. You should be leaving too. Instead, you’re still at your desk in Accra, fluorescent lights humming above you, receipts spread out like quiet accusations. Two […] The post Ghana@60: The night shift nobody talks about