A one-day workshop to deepen public understanding of Solar Radiation Modification (SRM) as a tool to combat global warming was held in Accra yesterday, with experts urging caution and stronger governance around the emerging technology. The workshop presented findings from the AskGOVSRM-Ghana Project, a two-year research initiative funded by the Degrees Initiative and implemented by … The post Experts

The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has announced plans to deepen collaboration with key stakeholders to rid the market of substandard electrical products, as part of efforts to curb the rising incidence of fire outbreaks across the country. The initiative will involve closer engagement with regulatory institutions, law enforcement agencies, importers, manufacturers and dealers to ensure … The post GSA

The Black Queens continued preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a goalless draw against Tanzania in an international friendly in Casablanca on Monday. Ghana enjoyed greater possession and created several promising opportunities throughout the contest but were unable to find the breakthrough against a resilient Tanzanian side. The Black … The post Black

Clubs competing in the Ghana Premier League (GPL), Division One League (DOL) and Women Premier League (WPL) have been urged to apply for their Clearance Certificates from the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) to meet the deadline set for them. An Executive Committee member of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), Mr Nkoo … The post Clubs asked

The first round of the 2026 Accra Basketball League (ABL) ended last weekend with Spintex Knights, Braves Ladies, Leopards, Police, Heat and Panthers all finishing their respective campaigns unbeaten. In the women’s division, Braves Ladies enjoyed a perfect first round, winning all eight matches to sit atop the table with 16 points. Navy follows in … The post ABL

Several Tour de France teams, including that of Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel, confirmed yesterday they had faced anti-doping controls during the race’s final rest day. However, unlike those on Sunday targeting Tour leader Tadej Pogacar and former champion Jonas Vingegaard, these did not happen in the middle of the night. Pogacar and Evenepoel had beeen … The post Tour de France hit

Aleksander Ceferin, the head of UEFA, boycotted the World Cup final to show unhappiness with FIFA, British media reported on Monday. The relationship between European football’s governing body and the game’s global federation is under strain. One cause was FIFA’s unexplained decision to suspend a red card for United States striker Folarin Balogun before a … The post Ceferin

Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement from refereeing with immediate effect after a 20-year career spanning 831 matches. The 47-year-old’s final game was Spain’s 1-0 win over Portugal in the World Cup last 16 on 6 July. Taylor, who was a prison officer before becoming a professional referee, was first added to the Football League … The post Referee Taylor retires appeared first on Ghanaian

Ipswich Town have continued their preparations for their return to the Premier League by completing the £20m signing of Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku from Leicester City. The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract and joins Gary O’Neil’s side after scoring 16 goals in 100 games for Leicester since joining from Sporting in 2023. Issahaku … The post Ipswich complete £20m deal for Issahaku

Parliament has approved $500m credit facility to finance rehabilitation of feeder roads, maintain roads and sustain all-season farm-to-market road connectivity in selected districts.

FIFA has opened an investigation into the violent scenes that followed Spain’s World Cup final win on Sunday, with several Argentina players facing bans. Nahuel Molina appeared to strike Spain’s captain Rodri in the stomach as he ran on to the pitch following the final whistle, while there was also a large melee on the … The post Argentine players face ban over World Cup final brawls

Businessman George Essandoh has petitioned Cyber Security Authority over accounts he alleges published false and defamatory content about him.

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has introduced a strategic reporting framework for its investee companies. The framework is aimed at strengthening corporate governance, enhancing Board oversight and improving the quality of reporting across its investment portfolio. The reporting framework will also ensure that SSNIT’s investments continue to deliver sustainable value for its … The post SSNIT

Board Chairman of Asante Kotoko, Mr James Osei Brown, has charged newly appointed head coach Eric Tinkler to clinch the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League and build a competitive side. The Porcupine Warriors confirmed the appointment of the South African trainer on a long-term deal ahead of the new football season.In an official address, Mr Brown assured Tinkler of his support and charged him to build a team that will win the title.â??The expectation is that we want you to win

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that the Accra Digital Centre has facilitated the creation of nearly 600 new jobs in data analytics, telecommunications and other technology-related services.

Databank Ghana Chief Executive Officer Kojo Addae Mensah has praised Carlos Queiroz for exceeding expectations with the Black Stars but has warned that Ghanaian fans must embrace the Portuguese coachâ??s defensive approach if they want him to remain in charge of the national team.Queiroz guided Ghana to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the countryâ??s first appearance in the round of the competition since the 2010 tournament in South Africa.Under the

The Ghana Association of Urological Surgeons (GAUS) has raised concern over the acute shortage of urologists in the country. It warned that the situation is placing enormous pressure on the few specialists available. Currently, Ghana has only 94 urologists, made up of 75 practising specialists and 19 on internship. The association said the shortfall was … The post Nation faces acute shortage

The Minority in Parliament has criticised the government's decision to secure a 300 million-dollar loan from the World Bank to finance the Secondary Education Transformation for Access, Relevance and Results for Jobs project.

The Chief Executive Officer of Databank, Kojo Addae Mensah, beleives Ignatius Osei-Fosu would have been an ideal choice to take over Asante Kotoko's head coach position, insisting the former Medeama coach would have been a strong choice for the club.His comments follow Asante Kotokoâ??s decision to appoint South African tactician Eric Tinkler as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.Speaking on Luv FM, Addae Mensah argued that the pool of

In 1970, a foreign diplomat who used to consult me on what to make of the policies of the newly elected Progress Party Government in Ghana looked me in the eye and told me I was putting too liberal a slant on the PP’s actions. “They are NOT the people we thought they were,” he … The post Are we the nation others think we are? appeared first on Ghanaian