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Ghana’s economy is projected to expand by between 5.9 per cent and 6.1 per cent in 2026, supported by growth in gold mining, major infrastructure investments and stronger foreign exchange buffers, the Head of Africa Research at Standard Bank, Mr Jibran Qureishi, has indicated. He said the country’s better-than-expected performance in 2025, when growth reached … The post Economy to grow up to 6.1% in 2026

 The Management of Kwakukrukrom D/A KG and Primary School in the Tano South Municipality in the Ahafo Region has appealed to the government  to construct a new school block to replace the weak and dilapidated wooden structure currently serving as classrooms. The structure, according to the school management, had become a death trap, which often … The post Kwakukrom D/A

Yesterday’s  Africa Young Diplomats Forum (AYDF) International Diplomatic Leadership Conference held in Accra has once again brought to the fore an issue that is often discussed but not sufficiently acted upon, the power of soft diplomacy in shaping Africa’s future. The emphasis by speakers on the role of diplomacy in promoting regional integration, strengthening partnerships … The post Soft

As GSA prepares 1st national certification Move will unlock US$220billion market By Ernest Bako WUBONTO A Ghanaian farmer who rises before dawn, nurtures the soil without synthetic fertilisers and diligently brings produce to market deserves greater recognition and reward for such commitment, Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) Prof. George Agyei has argued. According […] The post Organic

Ecobank Ghana PLC shareholders have approved a dividend of GH¢1.21 per share for the 2025 financial year, marking a 256.8 percent increase from GH¢0.34 in 2024 as the bank returned stronger earnings at its Annual General Meeting (AGM). The payout, which totals GH¢390.3million, represents a firmer return to represent distributions after several years of constrained […] The post Ecobank

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The foreign exchange market continues to exhibit a wide gap between official and informal dollar rates despite the cedi retaining most of its recent gains. Forex bureaus contacted by the B&FT were quoting between GH¢12.35 and GH¢12.50 to the dollar on Thursday, June 18, while black-market […] The post Street

The Chairman of the Chamber of Cement Manufacturers, Ghana (COCMAG) has called for a strategic transformation of Ghana’s cement industry, urging stakeholders to reduce reliance on imported clinker and embrace sustainable, locally driven production methods. Speaking on the sidelines of INTERCEM Africa 2026 in Accra, Mr. Frederic Albrecht, Chairman of COCMAG and CEO, CBI Ghana […] The post Reduce

Germany and Ivory Coast are set to meet in a high-stakes Group E showdown in Toronto, with both countries knowing that victory would secure qualification to the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a match still to play.Germany will go into the contest full of confidence after a ruthless attacking display in their opening fixture against Curacao.Ivory Coast, on the other hand, will be eager to prove they can compete with one of the tournament favourites.Germany Carry

Eni Ghana has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) to explore strategic partnerships aimed at advancing sustainable development initiatives in Ghana. Through the LOI, Eni Ghana and AICS will work together to mobilize resources and strengthen partnerships that foster inclusive development in host communities. Particularly, key areas […] The post Eni

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has set the record as the oldest coach to win a match at the World Cup.The veteran Portuguese tactician achieved the feat on Wednesday night when he led the Black Stars to a hard-fought win against Panama.In the dramatic Group L encounter, a late Caleb Yirenkyi strike in injury time handed Ghana a 1-0 win to amass all three points.Today, FIFA has confirmed that Carlos Queiroz has become the oldest coach to win a match at the World Cup.The 73-year-old

Spanish forward of Ghanaian descent, Nico Williams, has opened up about his future at Athletic Club. The winger has disclosed that he can sign a lifetime contract with the La Liga outfit to guarantee he retires at the club."I would sign right now to spend my entire career at Athletic Bilbao,� Nico Williams told journalists at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Nico Williams, 23, came through the youth ranks at Athletic Club and has become one of the top stars at the club.Although

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Sekondi The Mayor of Sekondi-Takoradi, Lawyer Fredrick Fautinus Faidoo, has rejected claims that he is solely responsible for the worsening sanitation situation in the metropolis He insists that residents must also be held accountable for indiscriminate waste disposal which has contributed significantly to the problem. His comments come after the Minister […] The post Mayor

These perennial deluge in Ghana during the rainy seasons was created by none other than the political actors of the Fourth Republic who should have been solving our mess as a country.

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has called for unity and patience following the Desert Foxes' 3-0 defeat to Argentina in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The loss to the reigning world champions left many Algerian supporters frustrated, not only because of the scoreline but also due to the team's lack of attacking threat and inability to impose themselves on the contest. Lionel Messi's hat-trick ultimately proved decisive as Argentina began their title

Hervé Renard has declared that the passion of the World Cup is what drew him to the Tunisia job, even as he acknowledged the monumental task ahead of him.Speaking at his first press conference following his appointment, the Frenchman made it clear that he is under no illusions about the scale of the challenge.Tunisia are rooted to the bottom of Group F after a humiliating 5-1 defeat to Sweden â?? their second consecutive match conceding five goals, following a 5-0 friendly

Coach Kassim Ocansey Mingle and his technical team have completed the first phase of their nationwide talent identification programme after a successful scouting exercise in the Upper West Region.The exercise, held on Thursday at the Malik Jabir Sports Stadium in Wa, attracted dozens of talented young footballers from across the region hoping to impress the national selectors and earn a place in Ghana's next Black Starlets squad.Mingle, together with his technical staff, including

The UN has just elected Dr Sylvia Ama Adusu to become the first African woman to serve as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), for the term 2026-2035.

The Black Stars have returned to their base in Rhode Island after opening their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto.Ghana's squad arrived in Massachusetts in the early hours of Thursday before heading straight to their team camp in Providence, where preparations for their second Group L fixture against England are already underway.Head coach Carlos Queiroz has scheduled a recovery training session at Bryant University on Thursday

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi has been cleared to enter Canada and will be available for Saturday's FIFA World Cup Group E match against Germany after initially being denied entry.The 23-year-old Nice forward had been unable to travel after Canadian authorities delayed his visa while seeking further information about an ongoing legal investigation in France.The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) confirmed on Thursday that the necessary authorisations had now been granted, allowing