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Meet legendary actor Fred Amugi’s 100-year-old mother
On April 24, 2024, the mother of legendary Ghanaian actor Fred Amugi turned a magnificent 100 years old. To mark this incredible milestone, the celebrated actor and his friends at Flora Tissue (a brand he represents) orchestrated a delightful surprise visit for his mom. The heartwarming event showered her with gifts and a special musical […]
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Ghana to host 2026 Commonwealth Games? – Sports minister reveals plans
Ghana’s Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has revealed the nation’s intention to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, seizing the opportunity following the withdrawal of initial host candidates. With the successful hosting of the 2023 African Games under its belt, Ghana is poised to extend its hospitality to other member states of the Commonwealth. […]
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Ghana Christian High International School tops all at 2024 Dunkfest
Ghana Christian High International School (GCHIS) demonstrated brilliance in the just-ended Dunkfest at the Association International School (AIS), Airport in Accra. The school emerged tops in both the boys and girls categories in an event which saw boxing greats professor Azumah Nelson, Joseph King Kong Agbeko, former IBF Bantamweight champion, Lebanese Ambassador to Ghana and […]
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African Games: Volunteers to receive GHC 1,000 each following protests over unpaid stipends
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 2023 African Games has yielded to pressure from volunteers and agreed to pay them an allowance of GHC 1,000.00 each. This decision comes in response to fervent protests by volunteers who were left unpaid following the conclusion of the continental event. The volunteers, numbering over 1,000, had generously […]
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Ghana eSports Federation inaugurated by National Sports Authority
Following approval and recognition by the National Sports Authority, the Ghana eSports Federation was legally inaugurated in Accra as the only organization responsible for overseeing eSports in Ghana. Ben Nunoo Mensah, the President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), officials from the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MoYS) and the National Sports Authority (NSA) graced […]
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The Silent Storm: Climate Change worsens women’s SRH in Africa
In the vast landscape of Africa, the impact of high heat on human health is becoming increasingly apparent, particularly for vulnerable populations such as women and girls. High temperatures have a range of direct and indirect effects on women’s SRH across the African continent. From exacerbating existing health conditions to increasing vulnerability to new threats, […]
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Education and business: how Russia and Ghana can help each other grow
In the past few years, the whole world has faced changes – or one might even say structural shifts – in the economy, society, logistics and other areas. The new state of business relationships require completely different approaches and business decisions. Global challenges have forced different countries to implement projects and initiatives that would allow […]
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Mahama pledges equitable regional development in his next gov’t
The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to equitable regional development in his next government. Speaking to a crowd after the NDC’s 24-hour Kwahu Easter walk on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, the former President underscored the infrastructural initiatives undertaken during his tenure in the Eastern […]
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In pictures: Easter celebrated around the world
Ceremonies have been taking place across the world to mark the most important festival in the Christian calendar – Easter. Jesus was resurrected on Easter Sunday, the Bible says, days after dying on the cross on Good Friday. It is traditional for many to attend services on Saturday evenings. A day after pulling out of […]
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Minority demands probe into GH¢10bn ESLA funds
Former Energy Minister Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah is calling for a thorough audit of the GH¢10 billion generated from the Energy Sector Levy (ESLA). The Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament alleges mismanagement of the funds by the Finance Ministry. He argues that this mismanagement has led to crippling debt within the energy sector, exacerbating recent […]
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Road Safety Campaign: Five drivers arrested at Bonsu junction for licence violations
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department MTTD of the Ghana Police Service has arrested five drivers at Bunso junction on the Accra Kumasi Highway for driving without a license. According to the NRSA, about 60 per cent of road crashes recorded in the country are as […]
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African Games: Sports Ministry to address financial demands of volunteers
Juliana Addo-Yobo, the director responsible for volunteers at the 13th African Games, has assured that the Ministry of Sports is actively working to resolve the issue of unpaid volunteers for the event. Volunteers expressed agitation on Tuesday over the alleged failure of authorities to fulfill promises of compensation made before the competition. They claim they […]
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African Games: Local Organising Committee admits subpar preparations
Dr Kwaku Ofosu Asare, chairman of the Local Organizing Committee for the recently concluded 2023 African Games, has conceded that Ghana could have better prepared its athletes for the competition, potentially leading to even greater success in the medal tally. Despite Ghana’s commendable achievement of securing 68 medals at the games, including 19 gold, 29 […]
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2023 African Games: Key takeaways from 13th edition
A colorful ceremony was held on March 23 to bring the 13th African Games to a befitting end. It had been three weeks of drama, cheers, and new records broken as Ghanaians and other Africans witnessed back-to-back showdowns in Accra and Cape Coast. About 5000 athletes from 50 countries competed in 29 disciplines; a record […]
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From setbacks to success: 2023 African Games captivates nation’s heart
When the announcement of Ghana hosting the African Games hit the airwaves, there were many questions. The major one was “Can Ghana do it?” and so it began. The opening ceremony was colourful, a rich cocktail of Ghana’s heritage and pride. Ghana had opened its doors and welcomed 5000 athletes who had come to compete […]
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15-year old Phildaus living dream life after African games triumph
At the tender age of 15, Phildaus Bukari Kyere is already an African games medalist which he won in the 13th edition of the prestigious games hosted by Ghana. It all started for Phildaus when she scouted during a tour by the Ghana Armwrestling Federation during her days at Kweikuma M.A JHS in 2023. The […]
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Akufo-Addo: African Games facilities to anchor sports university
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has assured Ghanaians that the facilities built for the 13th African Games will be well maintained. He says the Borteyman Sports Complex, in particular, will serve as the nucleus of facilities for a new university to be dedicated to sports development, the University for Sports Development. President Akufo-Addo was speaking […]
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Action Chapel International to host 2024 Easter Convention from March 27 to April 1
Action Chapel International will host its 2024 Easter Convention from Wednesday, March 27 to April 1, 2024, at the Prayer Cathedral on Spintex Road, Accra. The six-day event on the theme “Open Doors” has Bishop Michael Pitts from the USA, as the Special Guest, together with a powerful team from the Prayer Cathedral. The event, […]
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