Egyptian officials have been appointed to handle the Futsal Africa Cup of Nations second-leg qualifier between Zambia and Ghana.Ahmed Gamal Abdelmoneim Mohamed Elabbasi will take charge as centre referee, with fellow Egyptians Ahmed Hamdi Abdelhalim Mohamed and Mabrouk Nabil Abdelatty Zidan serving as his assistants. Ismael Awaleh Hared of Djibouti has been named Reserve Assistant Referee, while Abdelsalam Mohamed Abdou Tarek will act as the Time Keeper.Match supervision duties

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has inspected the Gold Coast Refinery, signalling Ghana’s push to end raw gold exports and deepen value addition in the mining sector.

The UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, has announced the commercial rollout of its next-generation mobile communications satellite, Thuraya-4, in South Africa. The commercial availability of Thuraya, a subsidiary of Space42, marks the company’s first operational presence in the country and a major step in expanding secure, reliable satellite connectivity to one of Africa’s […] The post Space42

The Vice President, Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has stressed the need for Africa to unite. She said failure to do so will delay the attainment of the laudable objectives of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. “We must continue to interrogate the borders. Africa must unite. This is not about erasing sovereignty. It […]

President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, arrived in Lusaka, Zambia, for a three-day visit at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart President Hakainde Hichilema. President Mahama, who is being accompanied by his wife, the First Lady Lordina Dramani Mahama, was met on arrival by President Hichilema at the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport […]

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has received a delegation from Hwaseong, South Korea, led by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), as part of efforts to strengthen trade, investment and industrial cooperation between Ghana and South Korean companies. The engagement focused on expanding partnerships that will position Ghana more prominently within global value […]

“Water obtained by begging does not quench thirst.” – African proverb For many Ghanaians, the mention of ‘Silicon Valley’ or ‘Shenzhen’ gets us wondering when Ghana will channel her energy into building such a technological hub. We seem to be waiting for a massive factory or a government-led tech city to save us. But if […] The post The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo

The Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has strongly defended government’s proposal to reform Ghana’s legal education system, insisting that the planned changes are aimed at improving quality while expanding access in line with constitutional requirements. A new bill to decentralise legal education in the country is in the offing. The bill, once passed, would move […]

The Western Naval Command (WNC) has seized 75 gallons of suspected diesel fuel during an intelligence-led operation at the Sekondi Fishing Harbour on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. The operation followed intelligence received by the Command at about 0830 hours regarding an ongoing fuel transaction at the harbour. Acting swiftly on the information, the Command Operations […]

As the global race for Artificial Intelligence (AI) supremacy accelerates, Ghana and Africa stand at a pivotal crossroads. No longer just a consumer of technology, the continent is poised to become a shaper of it. Leading this charge is Ghana, where the convergence of visionary government policy, robust private sector investment, and a burgeoning civil … The post Ghana

By Ezekiel Adu Mensah Across offices, factories and campuses, millions earn a salary every month yet remain financially strained. The paradox is familiar: regular income, constant pressure. It raises a hard question. Why does earning money not translate into financial stability? The answer lies in a simple but uncomfortable truth. Income and money management are […] The post Episode

By Edward Boateng OPOKU A small episode at a cousin’s wedding recently reminded me why many car owners don’t truly understand the vehicles they drive, especially the drivetrain they paid extra for. It had rained heavily. The wedding venue’s designated car park was already waterlogged and soft underfoot. I volunteered to help with parking when […] The post What you need to know about

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that government is considering sending Ghanaian supporters to the FIFA World Cup, with the final number depending on funds raised through a newly established fundraising committee. Speaking on Asempa 94.7 FM in Accra, the Minister said the policy direction is now clear that Ghana should […]

By Desmond BREDU In the first part of this series, I laid the foundation for our conversation on financial fortitude and the need to be intentional about your inflows and your expenditure, in particular. Remember Delores and Jane? In this second part, I will share into greater details why foregrounding your financial circumstances can determine […] The post The

By Afua Kyemenu CAIQUO Kwesi Nyametease, an accountant, no longer begins his day buried in files and calculators. Instead, he opens a laptop, clicks a few buttons and within minutes, software powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) has prepared financial summaries that once took him hours to prepare and compile. As he sits at his desk, […] The post Artificial

The Hunger Project–Ghana (THP–Ghana), with funding support from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has officially handed over essential medical supplies, valued at US$ 165,000 to the Ghana Health Service (GHS) to support maternal, newborn and child healthcare. The supplies included autoclaves, vaccine fridges, ultrasound scan machines with printers, delivery beds, Infant AMBU […] The post The

Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has declared his intention to contest for the position of National Chairman of the party. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Chairman Wontumi said the NPP is at a critical moment and needs leadership that is stable, principled, and … The post Chairman

Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has taken a swipe at Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin over the outcome of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) recent presidential primaries in his constituency. Mr. Ayariga raised the issue during proceedings in Parliament while commenting on the Minority Leader’s frequent calls for investigations into government actions. He began by … The post Mahama

Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, says more than 15,000 Ghanaian workers have lost their jobs following a directive issued by the Chief of Staff. According to him, the dismissals affected not only people employed after the 2024 general elections, as stated in the directive, but also workers who had been lawfully employed as far … The post Over 15,000

Transport Minister, Joseph Bukari Nikpe has justified government’s decision to rename Kotoka International Airport, insisting that the move is part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at restoring the facility to its original name. Addressing journalists during a working visit to the State Transport Corporation on Wednesday, February 3, 2026, the Minister maintained that the […]