A forensic blueprint for truth, security, accountability In an era where crime has become increasingly mobile, digital and identity-driven, the ability to reliably establish who is who has become one of the most powerful tools in justice delivery. The book “Shadows of Identity: Justice Through Forensic Biometrics,” co-authored by Dr L. K. Acheampong, Dr S. … The post Shadows of Identity:

Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has said that as Africa advances implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area, one truth has become increasingly clear: Trade agreements alone do not create trade. She said payments make trade possible. Without secure, affordable, and reliable means of transferring value, the promise […]

The Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has announced the introduction of a shift court system comprising morning and afternoon sittings as part of measures to decongest the courts and ease pressure on the country’s prisons. He said the new system, which would complement existing Saturday courts, was aimed at improving case disposal rates and reducing … The post Chief Justice

Former presidential staffer Dennis Miracles Aboagye has said that assurances given to cocoa farmers by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr Randy Abbey, are not inspiring. Mr Aboagye noted that the cocoa challenges began in November 2025, yet the COCOBOD CEO is still offering assurances in February 2026 instead of […]

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito has dismissed calls for his removal, insisting that demands for his sacking are premature.The former Dreams FC coach has faced mounting pressure following a streak of inconsistent performances this season, with Kotoko currently sitting fifth in the Ghana Premier League, having amassed 35 points from 21 matches.The Porcupine Warriorsâ?? struggles continued on Sunday as they were eliminated from the FA Cup by Aduana FC.After a goalless draw in

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has welcomed several new additions to the Black Starsâ?? technical team, aiming to strengthen the squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Communications Director Henry Asante Twum highlighted that the appointments are part of the associationâ??s strategy to ensure the team achieves its objectives on the world stage.The new team members include Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren and Alain Ravera as assistant coaches, Jose Daniel Martinez

Over fifteen thousand Ghanaians die from cancer each year, according to Globocan, a specialized cancer data platform under the World Health Organization. The figures continue to raise alarm among health professionals and policy makers, as calls grow for wider access to diagnosis, treatment, and preventive education across the country. Concern over the rising burden of […]

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has defended its decision to bolster the Black Starsâ?? technical team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.On January 6, the GFA announced a series of strategic appointments, including Alain Ravera and Kim Lars Bjorkegren as assistant coaches, Jose Daniel Martinez Alfonso as scout and video analyst, Carlos Lozano Romero as team physiotherapist, and Dwayne Peasah Paa Kwesi as performance coach.According to the Association, these additions

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Acting Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has arrived in South Africa to lead Ghana’s delegation at this year’s Mining Indaba Conference. A statement issued by the Media Relations Officer at the Lands Ministry, Paa Kwesi Schandorf, said the Minister arrived on Sunday, February […]

A year after a rebel takeover, residents of Goma, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, carry violent memories and signs of hope.

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The cocoa sector is under mounting pressure as high producer prices, legacy forward sales and a retreat by international buyers leave cocoa beans unsold and some farmers unpaid, the Ghana Cocoa Board head has said. Chief Executive Dr. Ransford Anertey Abbey said, at a press briefing, that the cocoa crop in […] The post Cocoa farmers’ arrears:

Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has insisted Thomas Partey remains a key player for the Black Stars. His defense come after Villarreal coach Marcelino Garcia questioned Partey's performance after their Champions League defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.The 32-year-old joined the Spanish side as a free agent following the expiration of his contract at Arsenal.However, he has struggled to live up to expectations due to injuries.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has appointed former MP and Minister, Inusah Fuseini to replace Mahama Ayariga on the committee investigating the reported vote-buying incidents in the Ayawaso East Primary. The Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga had to step down because his position on the Committee became untenable following the declared position of the majority caucus […]

Manchester City forward, Antoine Semenyo, has admitted that they need to improve and challenge Arsenal to win trophies. Pep Guardiola's side has been inconsistent in the ongoing Premier League season. However, after their dramatic win against Liverpool on Sunday at Anfield, City now sit 2nd in the league standings with 50 points, with six points separating them from league leaders Arsenal.Semenyo would have already had the best goalscoring campaign of his senior career.

Dentists are concerned people care more about having pearly whites than their overall oral health, despite gum health being a major risk factor for a slew of diseases. Second only to the gut, the mouth is home to a diverse community of bacteria – known as the oral microbiome – with more than 700 species found […] The post Why we should focus more on our gums and

Introduction In the everyday lives of Ghanaians, few economic issues are as immediately felt as the price of fuel. Whether one is a commercial driver, a trader transporting goods, a manufacturer powering machinery, or a household budgeting for transportation, fuel prices exert a direct and pervasive influence on the cost of living. Over the past […] The post Fuel Price Relief,

Cole Palmer scored a first-half hat-trick as Chelsea won at bottom-of-the-table Wolves to continue their good run of form under Liam Rosenior. The forward had four Premier League goals this season before Saturday’s match but almost matched that tally in just one game as he produced an impressive display. His first two came from the […] The post Palmer scores first-half hat-trick in Chelsea

Teenager Rayan scored his first goal in English football as Bournemouth drew with Aston Villa, who missed the chance to go second in the Premier League. Visitors Villa went ahead in the 22nd minute with their first shot on goal. Morgan Rogers linked up with fellow England international Jadon Sancho and blasted a finish high […] The post Aston Villa falter as Bournemouth earn draw appeared first

Barcelona moved four points clear at the top of La Liga with a dominant 3-0 win at home against strugglers Mallorca. Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal and Marc Bernal struck for the leaders at the Nou Camp. Mallorca’s Jan Virgili caused problems for Barcelona defender Jules Kounde in the first half, getting the better of him […] The post Yamal strikes as Barcelona ease to win over Mallorca

The Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF) has identified geopolitical risk as one of the most important factors likely to shape global markets in 2026, citing its growing influence on commodity prices, capital flows and investor risk appetite. In 2025, escalating tensions in the Middle East, ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Russia-Ukraine conflict and renewed trade […] The post Geopolitical