By Gideon Asare SACKITEY “Oh, Madam, we are so sorry to disappoint you. If you were importing sugar, rice, and some trading items, we could have organized a quick facility for you,” Ruby’s Personal Banker said, three months after being encouraged by this same bank to apply for their “Unsecured SME Loan.” Small and Medium […] The post Rethinking SME

Multiple award winning Multimedia journalist Latif Iddrisu has gone into hiding even as investigators at the Greater Accra regional police command make efforts to unmask faces behind a threatening text message sent to the journalist. A reliable source close to the journalist has told the Ghanaian Times that an unknown person believed to be among … The post Journalist goes into hiding following

Nigeria’s government has declared Tuesday a public holiday to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died aged 82, in a London clinic on Sunday after battling ill health for years. His successor, President Bola Tinubu, who had initially declared a seven-day national mourning period, has further approved Tuesday as a holiday. “This public holiday provides […]

Dr Tshepo Lipholo, an opposition MP, is yet to apply for bail and remains in police custody

By Rejoice Esi Asante (PhD) Recently, my institution came under public condemnation over certain breaches in the enforcement of a dress code for students on campus. Videos on social media show the manhandling of a female student by a member of the enforcement team. Uncivil as the conduct may seem, brings to mind the need […] The post Incivility at the workplace, an unavoidable red flag

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Drivers under the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis and Jomoro Municipality have issued a warning to embark on a sit-down strike if the two assemblies- (Effia-Kwesimitsim Municipal Assembly and Jomoro Municipal Assembly) fail to remove unauthorized transport operators at Jubilee Park and the Elubo police station. At a press conference […]

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Italian-born Ghanaian midfielder Emmanuel Gyabuaa has completed a season-long loan move to Serie B newcomers US Avellino from Serie A outfit Atalanta BC.The 23-year-old joins the Biancoverdi in search of regular first-team football after previously spending time on loan at Perugia and Pescara.Gyabuaa, a product of the youth academies of Parma and Atalanta, has amassed 114 appearances across Italyâ??s top three divisions and domestic cup competitions.Despite his strong ties to

A spin-off is a type of corporate action where a company creates a new, independent entity by separating a part of its business. Shareholders of the parent company typically receive shares in the newly formed entity in proportion to their original holdings. The new company has its own management, operations, and financial structure, but shares […] The post Understanding

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has advised Asante Kotoko to discontinue housing players in a single facility, amid growing concerns over off-field misconduct at the clubâ??s residence.The suggestion comes in the wake of recent allegations by ex-Kotoko captain Justice Blay, who claimed some players engaged in inappropriate behaviour while in camp, including alcoholism, shisha use, and romantic misconduct.According to Blay, these incidents occurred within

By Fredrick AGBOMA (Dr)& Joseph BENSON. As explored in the earlier parts of this series, Ghana’s response to recent geopolitical disruptions, most notably the U.S. tariffs on key exports, can either be reactionary or transformative. While such events present short-term shocks, they also create critical inflection points. To ensure lasting economic independence, Ghana must now […] The post Reclaiming

Suspended Chief Justice, Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo is asking the Community Court of Justice of the Economic Court of West Africa States (ECOWAS) to award her $10 million as compensation for damage to her reputation following her suspension by President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Justice Torkonoo also filed two … The post CJ Torkornoo

Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has criticised Justice Blay over his recent outburst against Asante Kotoko, describing the comments as â??unfortunate and unnecessary.â?Blay, who rejoined Kotoko in 2022, was released by the club last month after being deemed surplus to requirements for the upcoming season. In an interview with Kumasi-based Pure FM, the midfielder made startling claims against some of his former teammates, alleging alcoholism within the

By Surv. Prof. Forster Sarpong  On Monday, July 7, 2025, the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) opened its technical chambers to the National Premix Fuel Committee, offering what many have long demanded as in clarity. In a country where over 200 coastal communities rely on fishing for livelihood, the public’s growing concern over the quality and […] The post Fueling confidence, powering change appeared first

The Ghana Hajj Agents Association is calling for immediate reforms and the engagement of more competent hands to manage hajj operations in the country. The call follows the recent challenges faced by Ghanaian pilgrims who embarked on the holy journey to the kingdom of Saudi Arabia as part of the religious requirements for able Muslims. […]

Nana Akufo-Addo and Muhammadu Buhari Former President Nana Akufo-Addo has joined world leaders in expressing his condolences following the death of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in Read More... The post Buhari

The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has approved new league regulations for the Ghana Premier League, the Division One League, and the Malta Guinness Womenâ??s Premier League, set to take effect from the 2025/26 season.The revised regulations aim to provide greater clarity and uniformity across all levels of domestic football, following a thorough review of the existing rules. According to the GFA, the updates are intended to improve the organisation