The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has commissioned the third batch of 636 Blue Water Guards as part of government’s continuous efforts to combat illegal mining. The new recruits will be deployed to the Central, Ashanti and Eastern Regions, as well as other flashpoints where illegal mining is most prevalent. Speaking […]

Morocco is alive with anticipation as the countdown continues to the opening of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with the host nation ready to welcome the continent on Sunday, December 21.From Casablanca to Rabat and across the other host cities, there is a clear sense of readiness. Streets are awash with team colours, fan parks are in place, and supporters from across Africa are already settling in ahead of kickoff. All 24 qualified teams have arrived and are based in host cities,

The Principal of Gambaga College of Education, Dr Kassim Korah Nantomah has issued an urgent appeal to the government for the swift completion of the college’s new campus. Speaking at the institution’s 5th graduation ceremony, the Principal emphasized that existing infrastructural deficits are severely hindering the college’s capacity to deliver high-quality teacher education, a cornerstone […]

Millions of Africans on the continent and across the globe are eagerly awaiting the opening ceremony for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), scheduled for Sunday, December 21, to kick off the tournament.The ceremony, expected to be spectacular, will be held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat at 5:30 PM.According to the schedule, Stadium gates will open at 1:00 p.m., providing fans ample time to enter, locate their seats, and enjoy the pre-match festivities.The tournamentâ??s

Driven by a nationwide sanitation campaign initiated by President John Dramani Mahama, the West Mamprusi Municipality is showing notable improvements in its sanitation practices, suggesting a greater sense of civic duty and awareness of public health. Sanitation, crucial for public health and community well-being, has gained significant traction in the West Mamprusi Municipality. This follows […]

'Morocco will win AFCON 2025', these are the words on the lips of many football fans across the world ahead of the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The World Cup semi-finalist have waited for over four decades for an opportunity to win the continent's biggest prize.However, with the tournament being held on home social and the series of success by the North Africans in recent times, Morocco remains favourite to win AFCON 2025.However, they will have to

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Minister of Finance to release $78 million to Justmoh Construction Company to clear outstanding debts for work done on the Agona Nkwanta Road project since 2024. The payment is expected to enable the contractor to fully resume work on the critical Western Region road corridor. The directive follows […]

Morocco head into the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on home soil buoyed by rising confidence, recent silverware, and growing belief among supporters that the long wait for continental glory could finally end.The Atlas Lionsâ?? morale received a significant lift following the triumph of Moroccoâ??s reserve side at the 2025 Arab Cup in Doha, a victory analysts believe reinforces a winning culture across the countryâ??s football structure.That success, combined with Moroccoâ??s

Achraf Hakimi's stellar year reached a fitting climax on Friday night as FIFA President Gianni Infantino personally presented the Moroccan star with The Best award at the Mohammed VI Football Complex.The ceremony, held in the presence of Moroccoâ??s national team players, was a symbolic homecoming for Hakimi, whose performances in 2025 cemented his status as one of world footballâ??s elite full-backs.The Paris Saint-Germain defender had earlier been named in FIFAâ??s

The countdown is almost over as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) gets underway in Morocco, with the continentâ??s biggest football festival scheduled to run from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026.Morocco will host the tournament for the second time in its history, welcoming 24 national teams competing across six host cities in what promises to be one of the most ambitious editions of the competition.Morocco headline Group ATournament hosts Morocco will spearhead Group

As Morocco prepares to host the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in 2025, the tournament once again places African footballâ??s rich history into focus. Few competitions in world football carry the depth, character and legacy of AFCON, a tournament shaped as much by its stories as by its silverware.From its modest beginnings in 1957 on the dusty pitches of Khartoum to the modern, high-profile finals staged most recently in Ivory Coast, AFCON has grown into the continentâ??s premier

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Egypt legend Mohamed Aboutrika has criticised the Confederation of African Football following its decision to change the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) cycle from two years to four.Reacting to the announcement, Aboutrika suggested the move reflects African football placing European interests above its own, questioning CAFâ??s appreciation of the tournamentâ??s value and status."The African Football Federation in the service of European football. And this is what happens

Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has said government intends to implement an electronic visa (e-visa) system in the first quarter of 2026 as part of efforts to facilitate and lower the cost of travel to Ghana for Africans living abroad. The Minister announced the policy direction at the concluding session of the inaugural Diaspora […]

Comoros head coach Stefano Cusin has noted that his side is excited ahead of their opening Group A encounter against Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Speaking in his pre-match press conference, the gaffer emphasised that his team wants to take advantage of the opportunity to sell Comoros to the rest of the continent and beyond.â??It is an exceptional opportunity to showcase our country and our team,â? Cusin said and added, â??Morocco are extremely competitive,

The head coach of Morocco, Walid Regragui, has opened up about his teamâ??s approach for their opening match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Morocco will face Comoros on Sunday, December 21, in their first Group A encounter, to kick off this yearâ??s edition of the continental spectacle.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Walid Regragui said his Morocco side will play with confidence and humility in the opening fixture, adding that the ambition is to win AFCON 2025.â??We

Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has denied claims of possible constitutional amendment to grant President Mahama a third term, but says that choice lies with Ghanaians. Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Friday, December 19, 2025 before the House went on recess, Mahama Ayariga, said although Ghanaians approve of the work of President Mahama, there […]

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