From January 2026, migrants applying for UK skilled worker and graduate visas must meet A-level (B2) English standards as part of tougher immigration rules aimed at cutting migration and boosting integration.

Thirty years after the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the world Thirty years after the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the world once again turned its gaze to Beijing as leaders gathered for the 2025 Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women. The moment was not merely ceremonial—it was a profound reflection on […] The post AFRICA-CHINA

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has advised the family of the late Apostle Professor Emeritus Kwadwo Safo to remain united and protect the legacy of their late father, cautioning that confusion and disunity could destroy the monumental achievements the iconic industrialist left behind. “Do not allow confusion and anarchy to […] The post Bagbin to family:

Protesters say their anger reflects a lack of economic opportunity on a continent with the world’s youngest population.

The Makola Market in Accra erupted into cheers and excitement as Reverend Samuel Yaw Essel, a 52-year-old former banker and Reverend Minister, received the grand prize of GH¢1.2 million to climax the Telecel 2Moorch Money Promo. The Kumasi-based pastor beat millions of subscribers to emerge winner and become Ghana’s newest millionaire in the grand draw, … The post Rev.

A deep sense of unease has gripped Iran since American and Israeli airstrikes in June, but on a recent visit to the capital, we found that many Iranians seemed to be just trying to get by.

The Controller and Accountant-General, in partnership with the African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) Secretariat, has announced the 3rd annual AAAG conference. Slated for November 24–27, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre, the landmark event, according to a statement issued in Accra by the Controller and Accountant-General, would bring together over 2,000 public accountants, … The post Accra

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has revealed that several factors will be taken into consideration in determining the future of Black Stars head coach, Otto Addo.The 49-year-old tactician, who failed to qualify Ghana for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), recently guided the four-time African champions to their fifth FIFA World Cup after a decisive 1â??0 victory over Comoros in Accra.Despite securing a qualification, Addoâ??s position remains uncertain

The Cybercrime Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has arrested 10 suspects for allegedly creating fake online food delivery platforms to defraud unsuspecting customers. A police statement said the first six suspects, Wonder Sakpiti, Sedinam Amaglo, Godsway Dunyo, Angela Agblemekpe, Mathew Aheto, and Fafali Amoah, were arrested during a … The post 10 held over online

A pivotal political leader who helped usher in multiparty democracy, he ran unsuccessfully for the presidency five times.

TIME Studios and Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading authority for project professionals, have teamed up to co-produce a new documentary series called The Solutionaries, highlighting three innovators driving scalable transformation to address the climate crisis. Cyrill Gutsch, Rebecca Hu-Thrams, and Lisa Dyson are The Solutionaries, making bold moves to tackle the world’s most […] The post Three

Black Stars Coach Otto Addo has said he is not perturbed over the possibility of losing his job after leading Ghana to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 49-year-old has guided the senior national team to its fifth global showpiece appearance following their 1-0 win over Comoros on Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium.Despite the qualification, Addo's future has come under serious scrutiny due to the inconsistent performance of the team.But speaking to the Ghana FA website

Ex-convicts continue to face major challenges reintegrating into society after serving their sentences due to persistent rejection and stigmatisation by the public. The Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regional Commander of the Ghana Prisons Service, Deputy Director of Prisons (DDP) Thompson Otsyokpo, said the situation undermines the Service’s rehabilitation and reintegration efforts. He explained that … The post Prisons

The former Executive Director of National Service Authority (NSA), Mr Osei Assibey Antwi, and his deputy, Mrs Gifty Oware Mensah, are expected to appear before the High Court in Accra this week in connection with alleged stealing and financial loss to the state of GH¢500,861,744.02. The two were said to have authorised the payments of … The post Former NSA boss, deputy

The revelation that Ghana performs only about 10 per cent of the cataract surgeries required annually should alarm all who care about public health and social progress. Cataract, a condition easily treatable through surgery, has become the leading cause of blindness in Ghana, accounting for more than half of all cases of blindness nationwide. According … The post A call for urgent action on

This New Patriotic Party’s presidential primary is coming at a cost to both the flag bearer and the party. Instead of re-organising the party and bringing in hope, the NPP National Executive Council has decreed that this time round, the presidential primary, which is the last internal election in the party, should take place first. […] The post The Top-Bottom Approach and Its Cost to the NPP

Ghana’s public transport system, particularly the ubiquitous trotro, serves nearly 70% of the commuting population. Yet, this crucial sector is fraught with safety challenges, especially dangerous levels of passenger congestion and vehicle overloading, which compromise public health and undermine national development goals. Despite clear regulations from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) and the […] The post Editorial:

The deadline set by the Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipal Assembly (EKMA) for market women and transport operators at the Jubilee Park Market to relocate to the Apremdo Market has been fully complied with. As of Monday, October 14, not a single trader remained at the Jubilee Park. However, in their wake, the traders left behind heaps of […] The post Jubilee Park emptied but left in ruins

The Ministry of Finance has revealed that approximately GH¢80 million was lost because of infractions and non-compliance at the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs). Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Dey, Technical Adviser at the Ministry of Finance, disclosed this during the 2024 budget hearing for MMDAs at the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council in Kumasi. According to […] The post GH¢80

The latest outreach programme by the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) for its host communities took on a broader and more impactful scope this quarter, offering a wide range of essential health services, as part of the fourth-quarter edition of its health campaign. The event, held at the New Atuabo Astro Park, coincided with the […] The post Gold Fields Foundation Expands