Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Adentan Constituency, Akosua Manu, has urged party members to move away from what she describes as an “entitlement mentality” and focus on unity, sacrifice and hard work as the party prepares for the 2028 general election. In a statement titled “Is Loyalty a Queue?”, and posted … The post Akosua

The leader of the Igbo community in Ghana, Dr. Ambassador Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu, has announced the abolition of the use of the title “King of the Igbos in Ghana,” saying the move is aimed at promoting unity, peace, and cultural respect. In an interview with the media on Wednesday June 17, 2026 at his residence … The post Chukwudi Ihenetu abolishes “King of Igbos in Ghana” title

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, held the 13th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2026 on June 18 and 19 through an online videoconference. The annual conference was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and … The post Merck

FSD Africa, the British High Commission, and the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) have launched a Green Project Preparation Facility (PPF). PPF is a platform designed to bridge Ghana’s infrastructure financing gap by preparing climate-aligned projects for investment. The Facility was formally launched on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at the Movenpick Hotel in Accra. The … The post FSD

Veteran Ghanaian journalist Kwesi Pratt has called for a global push for reparatory justice, insisting that reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism should be treated as a matter of justice rather than charity. Speaking on the second day of the High-Level Consultative Conference on the next steps following the landmark United Nations Resolution … The post Reparations

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The first cohort of 70 young innovators under the Code4FoodSecurity Fellowship Programme has graduated after completing intensive training in artificial intelligence, data analytics, machine learning and digital innovation aimed at addressing food security challenges. The graduation ceremony, held in Accra, marked the completion of a programme implemented by the United Nations […] The post WFP

Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the participation of French President Emmanuel Macron in the ongoing High-Level Consultative Conference on the next steps following the landmark United Nations resolution on the trafficking of enslaved Africans. Speaking during a session on reparatory justice on the second day of the conference in Accra, Pratt … The post Macron’s

The Founder of the Brazil-Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Mrs. Edinam Adjei-Sika, has called on young Africans to take an active role in building trust and relationships that will strengthen regional economic integration across the continent. Speaking at the Africa Young Diplomats Forum (AYDF) International Diplomatic Leadership Conference held at the School of Public Health Auditorium … The post Young

Google and LALIGA are strengthening a close and strategic collaboration aimed at protecting intellectual property rights and fostering a safe, reliable, and transparent digital ecosystem.This joint cooperation, proactively developed throughout the 2025/26 season, has enabled notable progress in communication efficiency and in the prompt handling of notifications submitted by LALIGA.As a reflection of the success of this direct collaboration framework, a very significant reduction

A Deputy National TESCON Coordinator of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Charles Opoku, has petitioned the party’s leadership to initiate disciplinary proceedings against former flag-bearer aspirant and former Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, over what he describes as repeated attacks on the party and its members. In a petition dated June 18, … The post NPP

Judicial Service says CJ Baffoe-Bonnie’s Black Stars camp visit in Canada was private, self-funded, and patriotic.

The Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has directed that all forms of hawking, trading and other unauthorised activities under the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange cease immediately, warning that offenders will be arrested and prosecuted.

Board chairman of the National Sports Authority, DR. Fred Awaah has backed the Black Stars to annex the 2026 World Cup title.The West African football heavyweights kick-started their World Cup campaign with a narrow win over Panama last Wednesday, thanks to Caleb Yirenkyiâ??s last-gasp strike.The Black Stars were pushed to their limits by a determined Panama side in Toronto, but the team showed resilience, composure and character to claim a 1-0 victory in a match that appeared

Head coach of South Africa Hugo Broos insists Bafana Bafana must beat South Korea to keep their knockout stage qualification hopes alive at the 2026 World Cup.After two group games, the Bafana Bafana has managed just a draw and a defeat, undermining their chances of reaching the knockout phase of the competition.Speaking after the sides 1-1 stalemate against Czech Republic at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Broos affirmed Bafana Bafana must beat Korea at all cost to book a

Scotland coach Steve Clarke has hailed Morocco ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup clash on Friday night, describing the Atlas Lions as a real â??top classâ?? team.In a highly competitive clash, the North African football heavyweights will lock horns with the European outfit in their second Group C match.However, Clarke admits his team will need to be at their absolute best to compete with the Atlas Lions, praising Moroccoâ??s overall balance, physical power and technical

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has dismissed growing calls for his resignation following the Bafana Bafana inconsistent performance at the 2026 World Cup.The Bafana Bafana has yet to record a win at the global showpiece after two group games, losing one and drawing one. South Africa succumbed to a 2-0 defeat to Mexico in their opening match before playing out a 1-1 draw with Czech Republic on Thursday.Amid calls for his resignation, Broos has highlighted the teams upward trajectory

The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested six suspects in connection with two separate warehouse robberies that occurred in May and June 2026, leading to the theft of fertilizers and food products worth hundreds of thousands of cedis.

Germany defender Jonathan Tah has disclosed that he once had the chance to represent Ivory Coast at international level after being approached by the Ivorian Football Federation more than a decade ago.The Bayern Munich centre-back will face the Elephants in a crucial Group E clash in Toronto, making the fixture particularly special given his strong family connections to the West African nation.Speaking about the upcoming encounter with AZ, Tah admitted he was delighted when the

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Manchester City have reportedly reached an agreement with winger Jérémy Doku over a new long-term contract, with an official announcement expected in the coming days.The pacey winger, who is currently on national team duty with Belgium has already settled key terms with the Premier League giants and is expected to sign a new five-year contract with an improved salary package.The 24-year-old Belgian international, who joined Manchester City to strengthen their attacking depth