About 800 acres of land degraded by illegal mining activities at Nyankumase in the Manso Adubia enclave in the Ashanti Region has been reclaimed as part of efforts by the Mahama government to restore degraded lands. The reclamation works, which started four months ago, are being carried out by RM Ecorestore Ghana Limited, a company […] The post Fight Against Galamsey:

Renowned Economist and Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana Business School, Prof. Godfred Alufar Bokpin, has issued a stark warning that Ghana is heading down a dangerous and unsustainable path, particularly in its handling of irresponsible mining activities. According to him, the government appears increasingly focused on highlighting the perceived financial benefits of […] The post Ghana

Chairperson of the Africa Prosperity Network (APN) Advisory Council, H.E. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, has stressed that Africa’s development and long-term prosperity must be led by Africans themselves, with women and young people playing a central role. She made the call in her welcome address at the Africa Prosperity Network Dialogue (APD) 2026, which opened in […] The post Africa’s

Dr Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, Volta Regional Commissioner to the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has described the proposal to rename the Kotoka International Airport as a misplaced policy priority. Mr Mahama Ayariga, Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business in Parliament through the Ministry of Transport is set to introduce a bill in Parliament, seeking to rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport. Dr Apetorgbor, in a release

According to a story published on myjoyonline, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has intensified efforts to enforce the reformed Value Added Tax (VAT) regime that took effect on January 1, 2026 after disclosing that nearly 60 percent of businesses have not complied. This non-compliance, the Authority warns, is undermining the policy’s promise of price relief […] The post Editorial:

Memory, Morality, and the Politics of Ghana’s Democratic Identity  Few public policy decisions in recent times have stirred Ghana’s political nerve centre as deeply as the decision by the John Dramani Mahama administration to revert the name Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport. What appears, on the surface, to be a matter of nomenclature is, in truth, a profound […] The post Kotoka or Accra

Ghana international Inaki Williams says he and his Athletic Bilbao teammates are staunchly supporting under-fire coach Ernesto Valverde amid the clubâ??s inconsistent performance in the current football campaign.The San Mames outfit has struggled to match last seasonâ??s achievement that saw Ernesto Valverdeâ??s side secure qualification back to Europe after long absence.Currently, Athletic Bilbao find themselves in 11th position in the La Liga standings, accumulating 25

President John Dramani Mahama says government will introduce legislation in Parliament to regulate the sale and lease of public property and require parliamentary approval for all transactions.

This is a good time to plan budgets with greater confidence, prioritise essentials, avoid non-essential spending, and save where possible, Government Statistician, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, has told the general public. This is on the back of the drop in the inflation rate to 3.8%, he said. Dr Alhassan Iddrisu also told the government of Ghana […]

The University of Gold Coast (UGC) has matriculated 600 students into its new Specialist MBA program, marking a significant milestone in the university’s postgraduate expansion. The program is designed to equip students with both academic knowledge and practical skills, making them competent, ethical, and impact-driven managers. The Chancellor of the University of Gold Coast, Bishop […] The post University

Ghana international Inaki Williams is seeking for a major season turn around after inspiring Athletic Bilbao to victory over Valencia in the Spanish Copa del Rey.The Black Stars forward has struggled to make a meaningful impact in the current campaign, scoring just two goals in 21 appearances across competition.Williams emerged as the hero on Wednesday night for the San Mames club, scoring a last-gasp goal to inspire his outfit to a crucial victory.Having ended his goal drought,

The Pre School department of the Ninting R/C Primary School in the Mampong Municipality of Ashanti region has been temporarily closed down, following a fire outbreak that razed down the School Feeding structure. The Canteen and Store, which served as the kitchen for the preparation of meals to feed pupils of the Ninting R/C Primary under […] The post Fire guts School Feeding facility

Thaddeus Anim-Somuah, an Advisor to the Executive Director at the Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC), has been appointed Chair of the World Energy Council’s Future Energy Leaders (FEL) platform following a unanimous vote by the Council’s Member Committees. The appointment places Mr. Anim-Somuah in a key global leadership role at a time when the international […] The post ASEC

The Ahafo Ano South West District Assembly has officially handed over nine project sites to Contractors to commence construction works across various communities in the district. The projects include construction of classroom blocks with ancillary facilities, CHPS compounds and staff quarters, a Community Centre, a KG block and a high 50,000-litre tank and mechanised borehole. […] The post Ahafo

Ghana international Inaki Williams has dedicated his match-winner against Valencia in the Spanish Copa del Rey to his son.The Black Stars forward and his wife Patricia Morales recently welcomed their first child, a baby boy named Niko, a heartfelt nod to Inakiâ??s younger brother and teammate, Nico Williams.Having inspired Athletic Bilbao to victory, Williams, who is the captain of the San Mames club has dedicated his goal to his son.â??He deserves all our respect. We deserved

Mikal Bridges scored 23 points and Jalen Brunson added 21, fueling the visiting New York Knicks to their season-best seventh straight win, a 132-101 romp over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday. Bridges made 8 of 10 shots from the floor to pace the Knicks to their 11th straight win over the Wizards. Karl-Anthony Towns collected … The post Knicks roll over Wizards for 7th straight win appeared

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta said reaching Wembley for the first time since 2020 thanks to a 4-2 aggregate League Cup semi-final win over Chelsea would give his players a boost for a hectic season run-in. “It’s the best vitamins we can put in our bodies because we are playing every three days,” Arteta told reporters … The post League Cup final will give Arsenal boost

A Presidential Staffer under the Akufo-Addo administration, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has told the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye, that his comment that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Administration has the best records in terms of economic management is disingenuous. He accused Kwakye Ofosu of engaging in propaganda. Kwakye Ofosu had said that it is […]

A growing controversy over the siting of government’s flagship 24-hour economy model markets has engulfed the Wa and Jirapa municipalities, with local authorities, traders and traditional leaders sharply divided over where the projects should be located. In Wa, public anxiety mounted after reports suggested that a basic school could be demolished to make way for … The post 24-hour

THE government has defended its plan to construct the Accra–Kumasi Expressway, saying it is necessary to reduce travel time, improve safety, and boost trade within Ghana and across West Africa. Mr Agbodza, Minister of Roads and Highways It explained that the current Accra–Kumasi Highway was congested, slow and often took commuters four to six hours … The post Accra-Kumasi