The North East Regional Coordinating Council has inaugurated its Regional Spatial Planning Committee, signaling a commitment to strategic and coordinated development that aims to improve quality of life, protect the environment and stimulate economic growth. The inauguration of the Regional Spatial Planning Committee, driven by the Regional Minister, Ibrahim Tia, highlights a dedication to integrated, […]

Ghana has signed a debt restructuring agreement with the Kingdom of Belgium as part of efforts to restore the country’s economic stability after the financial crisis that hit the nation in 2022 and 2023. The Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, today disclosed that he signed the agreement on behalf of the Government of Ghana. … The post Ghana signs debt restructuring agreement with

The Akuafo Hall of the University of Ghana has organized a special launch of its 70th anniversary celebration in Accra. The year-long anniversary is under the theme “70 Years of Cultivating Excellence: Honouring Legacy, Inspiring Tomorrow.” The primary goal of the anniversary is to celebrate the hall’s legacy, recognise the contributions of farmers to education … The post Akuafo

The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has issued a disclaimer distancing itself from an entity known as NUGSA-Germany, stating that the group is not affiliated with the official student union and has no constitutional mandate to represent Ghanaian students in Germany. In a statement released on March 5, 2026, the NUGS National Secretariat said […]

The group had said it would choose a new leader with the same title as Sarah Mullally, the first female head of the Church.

The Ghana National Association of Chieftaincy Workers (GNACWO) is advocating for amendments to the Chieftaincy Act to clarify ambiguous provisions and strengthen the role of traditional councils. GNACWO is the premier professional body for staff within the chieftaincy institution. Its membership comprises personnel from the National House of Chiefs, the 16 Regional Houses of Chiefs, […]

Walid Regragui has stepped down from his role as head coach of Morocco with immediate effect after failing to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on home soil. The development comes just months before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving the North African side facing an unexpected change as preparations for the tournament gather pace.Sources indicate that Moroccan football authorities have already identified a possible replacement, with Mohamed Ouahbi emerging as the

Bechem United winger Augustine Okrah has declared his readiness for a return to the Black Stars, stating he would be thrilled to represent Ghana in the upcoming March internationals.Ghana will take on Austria (March 27) and Germany (March 30) in two games that are part of the build up to the 2026 World Cup.After a difficult previous campaign plagued by fitness issues, the experienced attacker believes his current form warrants a place in the national team setup.The former Asante

The Ashanti Business Owners Association (ABOA) has praised the Bank of Ghana and the Ghana Association of Banks for reducing the Ghana Reference Rate (GRR) from 14.58 percent to 11.71 percent. In a statement issued by the Executive Secretary of ABOA, Charles Kusi Appiah Kubi, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, ABOA described the adjustment as […]

The Ghanaian online gambling industry has received a fresh boost with the arrival of Betika Ghana, the newest online casino platform to enter the local market. Already a well-established name in other African countries, Betika’s expansion into Ghana signals growing confidence in the country’s digital gaming sector and increasing demand for convenient, mobile-first casino entertainment. … The post Betika

Recent geopolitical developments have once again reminded the world how fragile global energy security can be. The February 28, 2026, escalation of tensions in the Middle East, marked by the US-Israel confrontation with Iran and the resulting disruption of the Strait of Hormuz, immediately sent shockwaves through global energy markets, with gas prices surging on […]

The Ghana FA Cup Committeeâ??s decision to stage the MTN FA Cup quarterfinals at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park in Bechem and the Cape Coast Stadium is primarily aimed at drawing strong fan attendance, particularly from clubs in the Bono region.Chairman of the FA Cup Committee, Wilson Arthur, explained that the move is intended to keep a significant portion of the fixtures within reach of supporters whose teams have progressed to the last eight.Three clubs from the Bono region,

Wales will face Ghana for the first time ever in a senior men’s international fixture at the Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (KO time TBC). The match will mark the first time an African nation has played in Wales, where Craig Bellamy’s side will face a star-studded Ghana team featuring Jordan Ayew, […]

The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has commended President John Dramani Mahama’s emphasis on energy security and climate resilience in his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) but stressed that the persistent structural challenges in the energy sector demand more aggressive action. In a statement, the energy policy think tank warned that distribution losses, […] The post ASEC

Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has said his focus as an appointee in the Mahama administration is to deliver on the mandate given to him, rather than harbour a presidential ambition. He says the challenges confronting the education sector are his utmost priority, which he hopes to fix by the end of his tenure as Minister. […]

The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations is postponed just 12 days before the finals were due to kick off in Morocco.

Government has directed that rice supplied to schools across the country be procured centrally through the Ghana Buffer Stock Company Limited as part of efforts to ensure the use of locally produced rice in school feeding. In a directive issued from the Presidency and sighted by 3news, John Dramani Mahama expressed concern that several schools […]

The Paramount Chief of the Gbi Traditional Area, Togbega Gabusu VI, has raised concerns about the state of the Volta Regional Hospital, describing the facility as a ‘death trap’ despite its elevation from a municipal hospital. The Chief who made an unannounced visit to the hospital located in Hohoe on Tuesday, expressed displeasure, noting that […]

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in the Ashanti Region has launched an Inter-Market Fire Safety Quiz Competition aimed at educating traders and market leaders on fire prevention and management. The initiative forms part of efforts by the Service to reduce fire outbreaks in major trading centres across the region through public education and stakeholder […]

Four condemned lifers at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison have petitioned the Human Rights Court, alleging unconstitutional conduct by the Ghana Prisons Service after they were unable to attend a scheduled court hearing. The inmates — Felix Dzifa Abusa, Donglik Konkouk, Kweku Awuku and Richard Annan Asmah — filed Suit No. HR 0038/2026 at the […] The post Four condemned lifers sue Ghana Prison