A Spaniard and two local people were shot multiple times during the conflict in northern Ethiopia, MSF says.

Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren has lauded his players following their qualification to the quarterfinals in the ongoing 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Despite a disappointing start to the tournament, Ghana turned around their fortunes with a resounding 4-1 win against Tanzania in their final group game on Monday night at the Stade Municipal de Berkane.Goals from Princella Adubea, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, and Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah sealed

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana is seeking to strengthen its currency forecasting and management systems, amid rising demand for physical cash and parallel growth of digital payments. Speaking on behalf of Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama at the West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management (WAIFEM) workshop on currency management opening, […] The post BoG eyes stronger

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei Njoku The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is expected to reduce its dominant role in the country’s foreign exchange (FX) market in a strategic pivot toward a more flexible exchange rate regime, according to recent policy disclosures. This move comes on the back of strong cedi appreciation and […] The post Cedi gains, improved

…dismisses security breakdown claims Ghana Link Network Services Ltd. has dismissed recent media reports alleging widespread scanner failures at Kotoka International Airport’s (KIA) Cargo Village, describing them as “false, misleading and damaging”. In a strongly-worded statement, the operators of the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS) stated that all five scanners currently deployed at the airport […] The post All

The Entrance University of Health Sciences (EUHS), Ghana’s first private medical university, with a strong vision to revolutionize healthcare education and delivery across the West African sub-region has been outdoored The university’s affiliation with Tobinco Group seeks to drive collaborative research on Africa’s healthcare challenges, facilitate exchange programs with West and Central Africa, build healthcare […] The post Tobinco

The Richard Nii Amarh Quaye Foundation has announced  that  its transformative Food Bank Project would roll out on August 1, 2025. The Food Bank is a compassionate (free food) initiative designed to ensure no Ghanaian goes without a nutritious meal each day. Rooted in the personal mission of its founder, Richard Nii Amarh Quaye, the […] The post Richard Nii Amarh

The mother of a 33-year-old British man who went missing on a solo hiking trip in Italy said she “just wants him home”. Matthew Hall, from Hull, was staying at the B&B Ploncher hotel when he disappeared from Chiavenna, Lombardy, on 9 July. His mother, Sara Foster, said: “I’m very wobbly at the moment, obviously, […] The post British hiker goes missing on solo trip in

Two prominent Israeli politicians have criticised plans by the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to set up what it calls a “humanitarian city” in southern Gaza, saying the proposal would amount to interning Palestinians in a “concentration camp”. Former Prime Ministers Yair Lapid and Ehud Olmert levelled the criticism on Sunday as Israeli forces […] The post Ex-Israel

Businessman and entrepreneur, Michael Tetteh Kwetey, has been elected President of the Ghana National Association of Farmers and Fishermen (GNAFF), following a competitive election at the association’s 8th National Delegates Congress, held in Kumasi. Mr. Kwetey secured 70 votes to defeat his sole contender, Dr. Peter Kwesi Terkper, who polled 66 votes. He will serve […] The post Michael

Newly-promoted Ghana Premier League side Swedru All Blacks have completed the signing of Tahir Abeiku Mensah from Kotoku Royals on a three-year permanent deal, sources close to the club have confirmed.The highly-rated attacking midfielder now begins a new chapter in his career with the Swedru-based outfit as they prepare for life in the top flight.Tahir, known for his creative flair and vision in the final third, was one of the standout performers for Kotoku Royals in the Division

Tens of thousands of centuries-old books are being pulled from the shelves of a medieval abbey in Hungary in an effort to save them from a beetle infestation that could wipe out centuries of history. The 1,000-year-old Pannonhalma Archabbey is a sprawling Benedictine monastery that is one of Hungary’s oldest centers of learning and a UNESCO World […] The post Hungary’s

The Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (CIHRM), Ghana, on Friday held its 14th Conferral and 18th graduation ceremony in Accra, conferring Chartered status on 28 new members and admitting 170 as Associate Members. Delivering a welcome address on behalf of Dr. Francis Eduku, Chief Executive Officer of CIHRM, Mr. Yen Sapark, Research & Policy […] The post CIHRM

By Evelyn ARTHUR The Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, has undertaken a working inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects aimed at improving efficiency and safety within the Port of Tema. During the tour, the Director-General assessed the rehabilitation of the harbour’s main road, which had deteriorated over […] The post GPHA

  The only good loan is one that gets paid back.” — Robert Wilmers, chairman and CEO of M&T Bank Dear Readers, for the past couple of weeks, we have been looking at how customer visits can minimize risks and losses. The visits are intended for both borrowing and investment customers. Customer visits are an excellent […] The post Risk

Hearts of Oak right-back Michael Ampadu is set to part ways with the club after failing to reach an agreement on a contract extension, sources close to the player have confirmed.The defender has been a regular in the Hearts of Oak setup since joining from Legon Cities and was a key part of the team during the last Ghana Premier League campaign. Despite consistent performances, talks between the club and the player over a new deal have hit a deadlock, with no official agreement in

By Bernard TETTEH-DUMANYA (Dr) As Ghana embarks on a transformative economic journey, the 24-Hour Economy Plus initiative emerges as a pioneering, inclusive, and time-sensitive strategy aimed at boosting productivity, creating jobs, and enhancing industrial competitiveness. A critical question, however, is how to finance this ambitious agenda sustainably without increasing reliance on external debt or conditionalities […] The post Funding

There is no polite way to say it: our country is dirty. From bustling Accra to serene Bolgatanga, and across coastal and inland communities, we are drowning in filth. The evidence is everywhere: plastic waste clogging gutters, piles of refuse choking markets, black polythene bags floating in rivers, and the pervasive stench of open defecation […] The post Filthy and fading appeared first on The

By Prof. Samuel Lartey In a bold and strategic move, the Government of Ghana has infused GH?1.4 billion, comprising cash and bonds into the National Investment Bank (NIB), one of the country’s oldest state-owned financial institutions. This capital injection is not only a crucial step in resuscitating a struggling bank but also a major milestone […] The post Banking on confidence appeared first on

Ghana forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) on Monday night after the Black Queensâ?? dominant 4-1 victory against Tanzania in the 2024 CAF Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).After her outstanding performance and goal in the big win, she earned the Woman of the Match award.Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah deservedly earns the TotalEnergies Woman of the Match award in Ghana's game against Tanzania! ð??¬ð??­ð???@Football2Gether | #TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024