The Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mr Mahama Ayariga, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to completing the long-abandoned Aboabo Super Market and Shea Nut Market Complex in Tamale, the Northern Regional capital. The market project, initiated during the regime of General Ignatius Kutu Acheampong in the early 1970s, has remained unfinished for … The post Aboabo Market to

Cocoa farmers in parts of the Bono East Region are recording declining yields as prolonged sunshine and erratic rainfall continue to affect production. A 65-year-old farmer, Ms Rebecca Owusuaa, from Boakyekrom, near Nsuta in the Techiman Municipality, said output from her five-acre farm had fallen from 28 bags per season to 17 bags last year, … The post Cocoa farmers battle declining yields

Rugby League Federation Ghana (RLFG) has held a three-day review and development programme for coaches, match officials and sports teachers in the Ashanti Region, aimed at strengthening the foundation of School Rugby League in the region. The programme, which began at the Afigya Kwabre South District Education Office, comprised coaching and match officiating courses, as … The post RLFG

The Black Starlets Head Coach, Kassim Ocansey, has expressed satisfaction with his side’s 3-1 victory over Benin at the ongoing WAFU B U17 Championship, while acknowledging that there is still room for improvement in the team’s performance. Ghana secured their second win of the competition with an impressive display against Benin, scoring three goals to … The post Ocansey

Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique said Manchester City were deserving winners of their trophies and should be allowed to keep them, despite the English club facing sanctions after being found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules. The Premier League said City had used “sham” commercial contracts as part of schemes to inflate revenue and … The post Enrique hopes Man City are

The red card controversially shown to Brighton defender Pascal Struijk at Sunderland after an intervention by the video assistant referee (VAR) has been overturned. Struijk was sent off after 57 minutes of Saturday’s match at the Stadium of Light when he was adjudged to have fouled Sunderland forward Wilson Isidor as he tried to run … The post Struijk red card after VAR intervention overturned

Barcelona and Lamine Yamal rediscovered their sparkle after a rocky first-half spell against Galatasaray to win 4-1 in their UEFA Champions League match in Türkiye. Yamal tore the hosts apart after half-time at Istanbul’s Ali Sami Yen Stadium, Galatasaray’s cauldron, on Tuesday. Halfway through the second round of matches, the victory lifted Barcelona to the … The post Yamal magic

Commonwealth 200m champion Sinesipho Dambile says it is a privilege to be compared with Jamaican great Usain Bolt as he looks to establish himself among the world’s leading sprinters. The South African has enjoyed a breakthrough season, producing a string of impressive performances and underlining his credentials as one of Africa’s emerging track stars. Speaking … The post It’s

Heart of Lions and Berekum Chelsea, along with Vision FC and Hearts of Oak, will open Matchday 7 of the Ghana Premier League.The appointments come as the competition reaches a crucial stage, with the two matches setting the tone for the remaining fixtures scheduled for Sunday, October 18, 2026.Asante Kotoko will look to recover from their narrow defeat by Swedru All Blacks United when they host Young Apostles at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. Hearts of Oak travel to Tema to

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has called for a proactive and coordinated approach among financial sector regulators to manage climate-related risks and safeguard the stability of the country’s financial system. According to the bank, addressing climate-related and sustainability risks, particularly given their implications for financial stability, requires sustained collaboration and a shared vision among all … The post BoG

Cocoa Capital PLC, a subsidiary of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), has launched a bond and note programme on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) to raise GH¢16.30 billion to finance cocoa purchases for the 2026/27 crop season. The programme comprises GH¢14 billion in commercial paper and GH¢2.30 billion in bonds, marking a shift towards domestic … The post Cocoa Capital targets GH¢16.3bn on GSE

The government's cocoa sector reforms are aimed at revitalising the sector, improving farmers’ livelihoods, strengthening financial sustainability and increasing value addition.

The Minister also called on Ghanaians to support the security services in the discharge of their duties

IMF Africa Director Zeine Zeidane praised Ghana's economic progress under the ECF program, calling the country's performance a model for others.

President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned a new 85-bed ward complex at the Ghana Police Hospital in Accra

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson expresses confidence that Ghana will surpass the IMF's updated 5.7% growth forecast following high-level talks in Bangkok.

It urged the President, Parliament, political parties, civil society organisations and other stakeholders to support constitutional amendments that promote a transparent, merit-based and broadly consultative appointment process.

TWENTY journalists are undergoing training by the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) to deepen their understanding of the proposed transition to an Independent Public Emoluments Commission (IPEC). The two-day media capacity-building workshop in Accra is intended to equip the journalists with the knowledge to report accurately and responsibly on the proposed commission’s mandate and … The post FWSC

ABOUT 70 to 80 per cent of breast cancer patients in Ghana are diagnosed at an advanced stage when treatment is complex and survival rates are lower. According to the Breast Society of Ghana (BSG), breast cancer, when detected early, is highly treatable, with survival rates exceeding 90 per cent in the country. However, myths … The post Breast cancer: The myths taking women’s lives appeared first

THE police are investigating a shooting incident at Ritz Junction that left two persons with gunshot wounds following a confrontation between a police officer and some taxi drivers. The officer, General Sergeant Mathew Aboase, stationed at the Madina Police Station, was arrested and detained in police custody pending investigations into the incident. A statement signed … The post Police