Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has urged the Judiciary not to hesitate in jailing public officials and politicians found culpable of engaging in illegal mining. Speaking at the launch of the annual Chief Justice Mentoring programme under the theme: “Advocating Greener Sustainable Justice: The Environment and Justice”, the Minister said more measures must be undertaken […]

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah has set his sights on claiming the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title.The Falcons of Jediane have been drawn into Group D, facing Algeria, Burkina Faso, and Equatorial Guinea.Speaking ahead of the tournamentâ??s kick-off in Morocco this weekend, Appiah emphasized that mere participation will not suffice.â??The goal is not just to participate but to fight for the trophy. I believe with the right mentality, we can achieve it. Thereâ??s

Member of Parliament for the Old Tafo Constituency, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has described the Ghana Premier League as one of the most unattractive leagues on the continent.His remarks came while speaking on the Floor of Parliament on Thursday after the Sports Fund Bill was passed.Speaking on the need for sourcing funds for sports, Vincent Assafuah, who doubles as the Ranking Member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Sports, admonished the unattractiveness of Ghanaâ??s elite

Coventry City forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has backed the Black Stars to make a solid appearance at the upcoming 2026 World Cup tournament.Following the draw in Washington on December 5, Ghana have been paired in Group L against England, 2018 World Cup finalist, Croatia and Panama.The 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format, with Ghana securing one of Africaâ??s nine automatic slots.It will be

Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced a planned shutdown of the Weija Water Treatment Plant on Friday, December 19, 2025, to allow for critical maintenance works aimed at improving water service delivery. According to a statement released by the communications department, the facility will be shut down from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m as part […]

The Minerals Commission has commended Zijin Golden Ridge Limited for adhering to high standards of sustainable and responsible mining at the Akyem gold operation, urging the company to sustain engagement with host communities to ensure stable operations. Speaking at the company’s end-of-year stakeholder dinner, the Principal Inspector at the Koforidua office of the Minerals Commission, […] The post Minerals

MAX, a leading mobility solutions provider, and Bolt, Ghana’s leading mobility platform, today announced a landmark strategic partnership designed to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and expand access to sustainable, affordable vehicle ownership for drivers across the country. The collaboration brings together MAX’s expertise in delivering high-quality, cost-efficient electric vehicles and value-added services […] The post MAX,

Heart of Lions head coach Bashir Hayford has been named NASCO Coach of the Month for November, highlighting his tactical prowess and leadership that guided the Kpando-based outfit to an unbeaten run in the Ghana Premier League.The veteran trainer, one of Ghanaâ??s most tactical brains in the Ghanaian top-flight led his team through a perfect month, with the side securing two wins and three draws across the period.Lions were just unplayable in November, with the club scoring six

THE Environmental Health Department of the La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has received three motorbikes valued at GH¢62,300 to strengthen sanitation monitoring and enforcement across the Municipality, especially ahead of the Christmas festivities. The presentation was made on Wednesday at a short ceremony in Accra by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Mr Alfredos Nii Anyetey, … The post LaDMA

BOARD members of the African Lotteries Association (ALA) from Morocco, Ivory Coast, Mali, and Senegal have paid a working visit to Ghana as part of a Board Meeting aimed at reviewing activities for 2025 and outlining plans for 2026. The meeting, hosted in Accra, brought together heads of lottery institutions across Africa to assess operational … The post ALA Board meets

THE Ghana Chamber of Construction Industries (GhCCI) has sworn in a new set of executives as the new leadership of the chamber following their victory in the GhCCI delegates’ election held last Wednesday. The swearing-in ceremony, which took place in Accra after the successful conduct of the Chamber’s elective congress, brought together delegates from various … The post GhCCI swears in new executives appeared

The Luckiest Africa, a raffle gaming organisation, has donated 1,000 white canes to the Ghana Blind Union (GBU) to support the mobility of the visually impaired. The organisation also donated laptops to the GBU secretariat to enhance the operations of their office. Presenting the items in Accra on Thursday, the Chief Executive Officer of Luckiest … The post Luckiest Africa donates white canes,

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has launched its Community Engagement and Policing (CEP) Strategy, curriculum, and training manual, aimed at strengthening border governance and promoting collaborative community security. The strategy represents a shift from traditional enforcement approaches, emphasising trust, cooperation, and partnership with communities, particularly in border and coastal areas, to address irregular migration, human … The post GIS

Employment in the country increased by about 333,000 between the first and third quarters of 2025, signalling steady job growth, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has said. Across the first three quarters of the year, more than 15 million persons constituted the labour force, with an employment rate of 87 per cent recorded consistently in … The post Employment increases by 333,000 in

The Committee for Cooperation between Law Enforcement Agencies and the Banking Community (COCLAB) has been urged to intensify multi-stakeholder collaboration and develop pragmatic solutions to curb the proliferation of unlicensed financial institutions operating in the country. The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Mrs. Matilda Asante-Asiedu, made the call during the COCLAB … The post Deepen