Around 100 U.S. military personnel have arrived in Nigeria to train and advise local forces as Washington intensifies operations against Islamist insurgents, amid tensions over religious security concerns.

Africa’s share of the global rare earths market is expected to reach 9% by 2035 – but increased exploration could raise this contribution even further Global demand for rare earths is set to triple by 2035, reaching 150,000 tons from 91,000 tons in 2024. As producers and consumers seek new sources of supply to meet […] The post Africa’s rare earth momentum builds

By Kizito CUDJOE Government will cancel all uncompleted public land transactions and re-examine completed ones after reviewing 8,160 leases executed or initiated between 2017 and 2024 across all 16 regions, Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has announced. The sweeping action follows a nationwide audit ordered by President John Dramani Mahama, which uncovered […] The post Gov’t

By Kizito CUDJOE Development finance experts have advised the government to channel any savings from debt relief into protecting water sources and intensifying the fight against illegal mining, warning that rising debt-service costs are squeezing funds for safe water even as river pollution spreads in mining communities. The appeal comes as African leaders met at […] The post Ring-fence

By Joshua AMLANU Ghana is pressing ahead with plans to construct a new air traffic control tower, link key airport terminals and re-establish a national airline as part of efforts to position the country as an aviation hub in West Africa, Transport Minister Joseph Nikpe has said. Speaking at the launch of activities to mark […] The post New control tower, terminal

Family-owned enterprises in Ghana are well placed to become regional champions and cross-sector market leaders, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has said, highlighting strong global momentum behind family businesses and the importance of governance in driving sustainable growth. Speaking at IFC’s third Family Governance Workshop in Accra, Kyle Kelhofer, Senior Country Manager for Ghana and […] The post Family

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

The State Housing Company Limited (SHC) has issued a final notice to individuals and developers encroaching on its lands and properties nationwide, warning of imminent legal and enforcement action. In a press release issued in Accra, the company said the directive forms part of a broader collaboration with the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water […] The post SHC cracks

Accra’s skyline has gained a striking new addition with the official unveiling of PUNA, Airport West, by VAAL Real Estate. Launched at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, the 22-storey residential tower marks the developer’s seventh landmark project and signals a pivotal moment in the evolution of vertical living in the capital. Rising above the […] The post VAAL Real Estate unveils PUNA in

German-Ghanaian defender Benjamin Boakye came off the bench to score a late second as Arminia Bielefeld earned a composed 2-0 away victory over Magdeburg in 2. Bundesliga action.With the visitors already leading through Maximilian Bauerâ??s 32nd-minute header from Tim Handwerkerâ??s cross, Boakye struck in the 88th minute to kill off the contest.Introduced on 70 minutes, Boakye slotted in on the left side of defence and made his big moment count when he arrived in the box

Ghanaian youngster Prince Junior Amoako Jr continues to impress in the Danish Superliga after reaching double figures in direct goal involvements for FC Nordsjaelland this season.The 19-year-old forward scored in his sideâ??s 2-1 victory over FC Copenhagen, taking his tally to six league goals while also contributing four assists.His latest strike proved decisive in a closely contested match, underlining his growing importance to the team.Amoako Jr has emerged as a key figure

English-Ghanaian midfielder Malachi Boateng struck just before half-time as Plymouth Argyle swept aside Blackpool 4-0 at Bloomfield Road in a ruthless League One display.With Argyle already two up thanks to goals from Alexander Mitchell on 30 minutes and Aribim Pepple in first-half stoppage time, Boateng added a classy third in the 45+4 minute, effectively ending the contest by the break.Tom Cleverleyâ??s side controlled the midfield from early on, Herbie Kane dictating play

Ghanaian forward Bernard Somuah celebrated his 20th birthday in style by scoring his fifth goal of the season for Celta Vigo B in the Spanish Primera Federacion.He found the net in a 4-2 victory over Alaves B, continuing his impressive run of form for the reserve side.Somuah has shown sharp finishing and strong attacking instincts throughout the campaign, quickly establishing himself as an important figure in Celta Vigoâ??s second team.The young attacker is keen to maintain this

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has expressed appreciation to the staff and management of Greater Accra Regional Hospital following a visit to the facility on Monday.Addo, who was accompanied by members of the national teamâ??s technical staff, commended the hospital for its commitment to delivering quality healthcare despite ongoing challenges, including financial constraints."Big, big respect for what you have been doing the last year," Addo said, acknowledging the

A fellow at the Africa Policy Lens, Eric Bioachie Yiadom, has called for urgent structural reforms to address mounting debt and operational inefficiencies in Ghana’s cocoa sector, warning that the industry’s long-standing financial challenges continue to undermine farmers and productivity. Speaking on Business Focus on February 16, 2026, Eric Bioachie Yiadom said the cocoa sector’s […]

English-Ghanaian striker Daniel Agyei set Kocaelispor on their way with a decisive opener in a convincing 3-0 home victory over Gaziantep FK in the Turkish Super Lig.Agyei broke the deadlock on 36 minutes, arriving in the box to sweep home after a clever low cross from left-back Massadio Haidara, rewarding Kocaelisporâ??s early attacking momentum.Selcuk Inanâ??s side controlled possession and limited Gaziantep to half-chances, then turned the screw after the break. Substitute

A joint taskforce made up of the National Road Safety Authority, the Ghana Police Service, the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), and the Ghana National Fire Service has been deployed to major roads within the Sefwi-Wiawso Municipality to intensify road safety enforcement. The move follows alarming road crash statistics showing that while reported accidents declined […]

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Dreams FC head coach Winfred Dormon has charged his team to go all out for a win against Nations FC in their next outing in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.This comes after Dreams FC suffered a 1-0 defeat to Karela United on Sunday in their Week 22 fixture of the campaign.Speaking in his post-match interview, a disappointed Winfred Dormon stressed that it is important to respond to the setback by winning their next game.â??Itâ??s very unfortunate, very disappointing

Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah has described his side's 1-0 victory over Young Apostles as a "very difficult" encounter, praising his players for their tactical discipline and defensive resilience.Speaking after the Week 22 Ghana Premier League clash at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Stadium, Amissah admitted that breaking down a stubborn Young Apostles defence required a strategic shift."The game was very difficult," Amissah acknowledged. "How to