“A comparatively peaceful year in retrospect, is how a 70-year-old retired academic described President Mahama’s first year in office. From the observers’ seat, let me say without any fear of contradiction that as citizens we are pleased with the progress made so far by the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) led by President John Dramani […]
The Weija Sector Command of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has arrested 11 foreign nationals involved in counterfeit money printing and cyber fraud activities at a residential apartment in Tuba, Accra. This is contained in a press release dated January 7. “Suspects were apprehended during an intelligent-led operation conducted by the Anti-Human Trafficking and Cyber […]
Kingsley Braye took center stage as Medeama booked their place in the MTN FA Cup Round of 32 with a 3-1 win over Bibiani Gold Stars, delivering a memorable hat-trick at home.The Medeama forward set the tone early, showing sharp movement and calm finishing to give Ibrahim Tankoâ??s side the lead in the 27th minute. His opener rewarded a bright start from the Ghana Premier League leaders, who controlled possession and pressed with intent.Braye struck again just before halftime,
Karela United winger Bless Ege is set to leave Ghana for Mexico to finalise a new deal.The exciting forward has departed from Kotoka International Airport, bound for his next club.The move represents a rapid international leap for Ege, who only joined the Ghana Premier League side at the beginning of the current 2025/26 season. During his brief stint with the Ayinase-based club, he quickly made his mark, finding the back of the net four times in 15 matches.While the details of the
Three people died on the spot after a passenger bus ram into a trailer truck at Sambroso in the Offinso South Municipality, on January 7. The Bus with Registration Number GT 5509-20 was traveling from Techiman to Kumasi when the accident occurred. The victims were rushed to Offinso St. Patrick Hospital and other nearby facilities […]
Cameroon President Paul Biya has approved a significant financial reward for the national football team in a move to bolster morale ahead of a critical match.Each player will receive a bonus of approximately 18.18 million CFA francs (around â?¬30,000) following their qualification for the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.The decision, made in collaboration with Sports Minister Narcisse Mouelle Kombi, is part of the country's performance-based incentive programme.
The Kyebi District Court has granted bail to five persons who allegedly impersonated as NAIMOs officials at Akyem Potrase in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region. The bail was granted on two sureties each, workers who earn salaries between 3000 Ghana cedis and 4000 Ghana cedis. Prosecutor Detective Chief Inspector Kamal Salifu Gumah […]
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has identified a crucial gap in his squad's experience, pinpointing the lack of players competing in Europe's top leagues as a major factor in their early exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Reflecting on the Round of 16 defeat to Cameroon, the Belgian tactician explained that competing in South Africa's domestic Premier Soccer League (PSL) does not provide the same level of challenge required for success at the continent's
Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko was pleased with his teamâ??s performance and progress after their 3-1 win over Bibiani Gold Stars in the MTN FA Cup Round of 32.He praised the effort, discipline, and teamwork shown by his players as they booked a place in the next stage of the competition.Medeama started the match with energy and control, and their positive approach paid off in the 27th minute when Braye opened the scoring to put the home side ahead. The striker doubled the lead
Former Asante Kotoko defender Joseph Ablorh is poised to stay in the Ghana Premier League, with sources indicating a move to arch-rivals Hearts of Oak is imminent.This development comes just days after Asante Kotoko surprisingly terminated his contract.The experienced 27-year-old centre-back, who had six months remaining on his deal, is expected to arrive in Accra in the coming days to advance talks.Negotiations between the player, his management, and Hearts of Oak are reportedly
The path to the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will be revealed next Thursday as the official draw ceremony takes place in Rabat, Morocco.The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has scheduled the event for January 15, setting the stage for the 16-team tournament.This edition marks a significant milestone as the first WAFCON to feature 16 nations, an expansion from the previous 12-team format.Ghana's Black Queens, who secured a bronze medal at the last
Medeama SC striker Kingsley Braye has pledged to help the team secure a dominant victory over Young Apostles in their next match in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season. At the end of the first round of the league campaign, the Yellow and Mauves sit top of the table with 34 points.The team based in Tarkwa will begin their second round campaign with a home match against Young Apostles.Looking ahead to the match after scoring a hat-trick to propel Medeama to beat Gold Stars to
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has stressed that a culture of collective sacrifice, where "no one is trying to be the hero," is the key to Ivory Coast's formidable title defence at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The remarks came after another stellar individual performance saw him named Man of the Match for the third consecutive game in a commanding 3-0 victory over Burkina Faso.Despite scoring one goal and setting up another in the round of 16 win,
Erected walls as part of the re-development of the defunct Tema Meridian Hotel have been collapsed for the third time by some irate youth of Tema over what they describe as the “indiscriminate” sale of a site with deep cultural and historical significance to a private developer. The protesters are demanding the site be returned […]
Ivory Coast winger Amad Diallo has pinpointed the deep understanding and unselfish rhythm within the squad as the foundation for their impressive 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign.The Manchester United player made the comments after yet another match-winning performance, his third in as many starts, which saw the defending champions defeat Burkina Faso 3-0 to advance to the quarter-finals.Diallo, who scored one goal and assisted another in the round of 16 victory, was
Residues on arrow tips found in South Africa hint at how far back in history humans have been using poison for survival.
Former Black Stars psychologist Dr Patrick Ofori has pinpointed the lack of administrative conflict of interest as a primary driver behind the rapid progress of the women's game.This structural clarity, according to Dr Ofori, has created a uniquely fair environment for development."Those in the key positions within the FA, none of them are the owners of the female teamsâ??not the EXCOs, not the management committees," he stated, highlighting a key distinction from
Algeria forward Mohamed Amoura has issued a public apology after his goal celebration in the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 sparked widespread condemnation for mocking a popular Democratic Republic of Congo supporter.The incident occurred after Algeria's dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over DR Congo on Monday. Amoura, who plays for German club Wolfsburg, was captured on video imitating the iconic, statuesque pose of Congolese superfan Michel Nkuka Mboladingaâ??known as
Collated results from the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) national elections show that Prosper Tachie has been elected as the Association’s new President. Mr. Tachie polled 436 votes, representing 61.8 per cent of the total valid votes cast, defeating the incumbent President, Reverend Isaac Owusu, who garnered 266 votes, or 38 per cent. The […]
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Instagram
Google+
YouTube
LinkedIn
RSS