Former Ghana coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor believes the Black Stars has been drawn in a manageable group for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence that the team can navigate the fixtures successfully and advance to the knockout stages.The global showpiece, 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.Following the draw in Washington last year, the

Head coach of Gor Mahia Charles Kwablan Akonnor has called on Ghana coach Otto Addo to consider midfielder Enoch Morison for a Black Stars call-up following his swashbuckling performances in Kenyan top-flight.The former Asante Kotoko midfielder has been a standout performer in the Kenyan Premier League, delivering a remarkable 15 Man-of-the-Match displays in just 25 appearances.His outstanding performance has propelled Gor Mahia to the top of the league standings, accumulating 56

Global mining firm Gold Fields has announced the final phase of its transition process for the Damang mine, confirming plans to transfer ownership to the Government of Ghana while assuring stakeholders of continued operational stability and support. The company said the handover is in line with Ghana’s mining laws and existing agreements with the state, […] The post Gold

Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye has strongly criticised the decision to strip his country of the Africa Cup of Nations title, insisting the team earned the trophy on the pitch.Gueye, reacting to the controversial ruling that awarded the title to Morocco, described the decision as unfair and out of line with what transpired during the final.â??I think this decision is just ridiculous. We won the game on the pitch, not in offices, and as a Senegalese player Iâ??m proud

WAFU B President and Ghana FA boss Kurt Okraku has reaffirmed his commitment to developing young referees across the region after opening a training workshop at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.The workshop, which targets emerging refereeing talent, forms part of efforts to strengthen football development in West Africa. It brings together young officials, including participants from Ghanaâ??s â??Catch Them Youngâ? programme, to gain practical experience

Staff of the Ghana Technical and Vocational Education and Training Service (GTVETS) have resumed work following the suspension of an industrial action by members of the Local Public Services Workers Union (PSWU). In a statement issued on March 25, Management of GTVETS confirmed that normal operations have been fully restored across all TVET institutions and […]

The Assemblies of God, Ghana, the church that President John Dramani Mahama attends, has thrown its weight behind Mr Mahama in view of the decision by Lincoln University in Pennsylvania, USA, to withdraw the conferment of an honorary doctorate upon him. According to the University, its decision was made in protest against President Mahama’s position […]

Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has outlined the strategic measures he believes were key to the Black Stars securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghanaâ??s senior national team had been under intense scrutiny after failing to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in more than 20 yearsâ??a setback that triggered widespread frustration and led to a noticeable drop in fan support at matches.However, fortunes have since shifted. Upon

The Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has issued a strong condemnation of examination malpractice across the West African sub-region, calling for urgent and collective action to preserve the integrity of education systems. Speaking at the 74th Annual Council Meeting of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) on March 24, the Vice President highlighted growing concerns […]

Introduction Ghana’s 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, themed “Resetting the Economy for the Ghana We Want”, shows a pivotal shift towards fiscal discipline, economic transformation, and sustainable growth. Presented by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson on March 11, 2025, the budget addresses the aftermath of 2024’s fiscal challenges, including arrears accumulation and debt […]

Former Ghana assistant coach and current Hearts of Oak tactician, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, is in full support for the inclusion of England-born duo Eddie Nketiah and Callum Hudson-Odoi in the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament.With both players now reportedly showing renewed interest in representing Ghana, their omission from Addoâ??s 26-man squad for upcoming pre-World Cup friendlies against Austria and Germany has reignited debate among fans and pundits.Despite

A storm is brewing over the future of the Ho Airport, as the Ranking Member of Parliament’s Roads and Transport Committee, Kennedy Nyarko Osei, has raised serious doubts about government’s commitment to convert the facility into a Pilot Training Academy and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) hub. The lawmaker cited the absence of budgetary allocations in both […] The post Minority Blows Cover

The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has announced plans to safeguard employment and maintain uninterrupted operations at the Damang Mine. It will also ensure competitive bidding process to secure credible investor and operator to enhance national development as the mines’ current lease nears expiration. In a statement issued on March 24, 2026 the Ministry […] The post Damang

More than 16 million people in Northern Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Togo face rising threats from climate change, conflict and economic insecurity. At the SOCO Regional Conference in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana’s Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, highlighted how the US $150 million SOCO Project is helping vulnerable border communities […] The post SOCO

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has withdrawn charges against two persons who were standing trial together with former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, and others in an alleged extortion case. The development was communicated to the High Court in Accra on Tuesday, by Principal Prosecutor, Adelaide Kobiri-Woode, […] The post OSP

The Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, has dismissed another application filed by former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware Mensah, seeking a stay of proceedings in her ongoing criminal trial. This is the second time the court has refused […] The post Court

Government has signed a landmark Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) with the European Union (EU), marking the first such agreement between Ghana and the bloc aimed at strengthening cooperation on security and stability. The partnership establishes a structured framework to enhance collaboration in addressing emerging threats, including terrorism, maritime insecurity, cyber threats and the spillover […] The post Ghana,

Residents of Agyawiam in the Tain District of the Bono Region are literally risking their lives in a desperate search for a mobile network, as they climb trees and trek to hilltops just to make emergency calls. A visit by The Chronicle to the community uncovered a disturbing reality of total telecommunications blackout, where residents are trekking […] The post Telcos abandon

Brent crude and US oil prices tumbled after Iran signalled safe passage for certain ships and Donald Trump claimed negotiations to end the conflict were progressing.

In Cameroon, the Trump administration found a partner it could pressure into accepting covertly deported migrants.