The Ghana Football Association has granted the National Juvenile Committee (NJC) the authority to establish approved modalities for the registration of juvenile players, marking a significant milestone in the implementation of its Power to the Youth strategy to strengthen grassroots football development.The decision was taken at the Executive Council meeting held in January 2026, attended by all ten Regional Football Association chairmen. The Council formally mandated the committee

The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced that 8,160 public land lease applications processed between 2017 and 2024 have been reviewed following a presidential directive to halt such transactions. Addressing a press briefing in Accra yesterday, the minister said the reviewed applications comprised 4,176 direct allocations, 2,799 regularisations, 19 allocations … The post Lands

For those of us from the heartland of the smock, our earliest memory of the revered fugu goes back to our grandfathers and fathers. I must have been no more than six or seven years old when I watched my late dad pull on his heavy, beautifully woven garment before always stepping out for important […]

THE Minister for Transport, Joseph Nikpe, has reiterated government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s aviation sector through sustained legal reforms, infrastructure investment and improved regulatory oversight to position the country as a leading aviation hub in West Africa. He said the establishment of a robust legal framework, including the separation of airport management from regulatory oversight, … The post Govt

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticised the Mahama-led NDC government, saying it has made no tangible impact after one year in office and questioning its focus on macroeconomic figures over real-life outcomes.

THE National Chairman of the Union of Trailers and Cargo Trucks, Wahab Yaba, has called on the government to allocate designated parking spaces nationwide for its members. Mr Yaba said the major challenge confronting members daily, especially in Tema, was the lack of parking space, an issue he said city authorities had failed to address … The post Lack of parking space cripples cargo

Three South Africans have been charged with the murder and robbery of Bolt driver Isaac Satlat, a 22-year-old Nigerian national, after dashcam footage of the attack sparked outrage and renewed safety concerns for e-hailing drivers.

The MTN Ghana Foundation, as part of its firm commitment to healthcare delivery and emergency response, has organised a blood donation exercise at Berekum Senior High School and All for Christ Senior High School in the Bono Region. The exercise, held on Friday, forms part of the Foundation’s flagship “Save a Life” campaign — a … The post MTN Ghana Foundation holds blood donation exercise

Cocoa cooperatives in Ivory Coast struggle to sell beans after exporters refuse to pay the government’s fixed 2,800 CFA/kg price, citing falling global cocoa prices and weak demand.

Dr. Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo has once again demonstrated his deep commitment to faith, family and Community with the unveiling of an ultramodern pulpit he personally built in honour of his late mother, Mary Gyawubea Badu. The ceremony, held at the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Akyem Adukrom, in the Eastern Region, was both emotional and symbolic, reflecting […] The post Ofosu-Ampofo

Exercise is good for your heart, bones and muscles, weight, and sleep. Staying fit can even help you live a longer, healthier life. You’ll get more benefits from exercise if you make it a regular habit rather than a once-in-a-while burst of heavy activity. Even small amounts can do your body some good: Just 10 […] The post Easy Ways to Make Exercise a Habit appeared first on The

Monaco, Paris Saint-Germain in an all-French showdown An all-French showdown takes centre stage in the knockout playoffs of the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday evening, as Monaco host current holders Paris Saint-Germain at Stade Louis II for the first leg. This marks the first continental meeting between the sides, though the Red and Whites will draw confidence from their […] The post Today’s

Around 100 U.S. military personnel have arrived in Nigeria to train and advise local forces as Washington intensifies operations against Islamist insurgents, amid tensions over religious security concerns.

Match day 22 of the Ghana Premier League delivered drama across multiple venues, as historic rivalries reignited, home comforts were shattered and tactical discipline proved decisive in tightly contested encounters. From Hearts of Oak’s long-awaited triumph at Baba Yara to commanding displays, the weekend’s action significantly reshaped the league narrative. Hearts Break Baba Yara Curse […] The post Ghana

Africa’s share of the global rare earths market is expected to reach 9% by 2035 – but increased exploration could raise this contribution even further Global demand for rare earths is set to triple by 2035, reaching 150,000 tons from 91,000 tons in 2024. As producers and consumers seek new sources of supply to meet […] The post Africa’s rare earth momentum builds

By Kizito CUDJOE Government will cancel all uncompleted public land transactions and re-examine completed ones after reviewing 8,160 leases executed or initiated between 2017 and 2024 across all 16 regions, Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has announced. The sweeping action follows a nationwide audit ordered by President John Dramani Mahama, which uncovered […] The post Gov’t

By Kizito CUDJOE Development finance experts have advised the government to channel any savings from debt relief into protecting water sources and intensifying the fight against illegal mining, warning that rising debt-service costs are squeezing funds for safe water even as river pollution spreads in mining communities. The appeal comes as African leaders met at […] The post Ring-fence

By Joshua AMLANU Ghana is pressing ahead with plans to construct a new air traffic control tower, link key airport terminals and re-establish a national airline as part of efforts to position the country as an aviation hub in West Africa, Transport Minister Joseph Nikpe has said. Speaking at the launch of activities to mark […] The post New control tower, terminal

Family-owned enterprises in Ghana are well placed to become regional champions and cross-sector market leaders, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has said, highlighting strong global momentum behind family businesses and the importance of governance in driving sustainable growth. Speaking at IFC’s third Family Governance Workshop in Accra, Kyle Kelhofer, Senior Country Manager for Ghana and […] The post Family

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.