Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a flagship subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) is intensifying its continental expansion efforts with a renewed focus on Kenya, as part of its broader Africa Expansion Project. As a demonstration of this commitment, the Executive Chairman of Jospong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, led a high-level delegation to Mombasa […] The post African

The Minerals Commission has ordered Heath Goldfields Limited to immediately suspend all operations at the Bogoso-Prestea Mine, citing multiple regulatory violations that could result in the revocation of its mining license. The directive was issued by the Chief Inspector of Mines on June 24, 2025 under Regulation 22 of the Minerals and Mining (Health, Safety […] The post Heath Goldfields

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), Professor Ransford Gyampo, has firmly rejected recent allegations of misconduct and abuse of office, labelling them a “calculated and sponsored media attack” aimed at damaging his reputation and discrediting his leadership. In a detailed statement issued over the weekend, Prof. Ransford Gyampo called on the […] The post Gyampo

The Circuit Court in Accra has sentenced a 43-year-old Agricultural Engineer, Abraham Asudam, to 36 months imprisonment after he was found guilty of defrauding a relative under false pretences. The conviction, delivered by His Honour Judge Isaac Addo on Tuesday, follows a full criminal trial, which commenced in 2024. Asudam was charged under Section 131(1) […] The post Agriculture

The Circuit Court in Accra, presided over by Her Honour Basilia Adjei-Tawiah, has begun hearing a narcotics case involving three accused persons arrested during a major bust by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) at Palladium, Accra, last month. The accused -Osuman Ali alias Gaza (40), Mizpah Abena Boadi (27), and AyikuShamsudeen alias Showdem (24) – […] The post NACOC

Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for former National Security official, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has fiercely criticized the decision to proceed with a day-by-day trial in the ongoing GH¢49.1 million cybersecurity software procurement scandal, describing the process as unjust and politically charged. Speaking to journalists outside the courtroom following a recent hearing, the seasoned lawyer expressed deep […] The post Alleged

In July 2022, Mr. Justin Frimpong Kodua (JFK) was entrusted with the high office of General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) based on an inspiring vision and a series of compelling campaign promises. His message resonated with delegates hungry for reform, progress, and above all, unity. However, after two years in office, it […] The post Why JFK Does Not Deserve A Second

The Fire Festival is celebrated across the Northern, North East, Savannah and Upper East Regions and it is one of the country’s most vibrant traditional events. It features processions with fire torches, drumming, dancing and communal festivities. However, in recent years, concerns have grown over the increasing use of small arms, including AK-47s and locally […] The post Fire Festival And

Alhaji Yussif Sulemana, Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, has commended His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, for his guidance in transforming the Manhyia Land Secretariat into an automated setup. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Ashanti Regional Lands Commission Board, Alhaji Sulemana praised the Asantehene’s efforts in promoting efficient […] The post Minister

The Ashanti Regional Command of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has held a special ceremony to honour retired personnel and outstanding officers still in active service. The event recognised the dedicated service of retired officers, including Assistant Chief Fire Officer -ACFO Francis Darko-Kono(Rtd), former Operations Officer and ACFO Gladys Denteh(Rtd.), former Officer-in-Charge of Communications. […] The post Ashanti

Residents of Kebbi State have been urged to disregard the recent coalition led by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and instead continue to support Governor Nasir Idris for sustained development and results. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Yahaya Sarki, made this appeal while addressing journalists in Birnin Kebbi on Saturday. […] The post ADC-Led Coalition

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has dismissed speculation in some sections of the media that he would lead five other governors in defecting to the opposition coalition party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Zulum, in a statement by his spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, described the rumour as an unfounded fabrication by unscrupulous elements seeking relevance. The […] The post  ‘It’s

Ghanaian actor Richard Asante, popularly known as Kalybos, has said that the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) loss in the 2024 general election did not come as a surprise. Speaking on Showbiz A-Z on Saturday, 5th July 2025, Kalybos said several indicators suggested that the party was not going to win the election. He cited the country’s […] The post “It was bound to happen” –Kalybos

Uganda’s long-serving president, Yoweri Museveni, 80, has been declared the governing party’s candidate in next year’s presidential election, opening the way for him to seek to extend his nearly 40 years in power. In his acceptance speech, Museveni said that he had responded to the call and, if elected, would press ahead with his mission […] The post Uganda’s

Elon Musk says he is launching a new political party, weeks after dramatically falling out with US President Donald Trump. The billionaire announced on his social media platform X that he had set up the America Party, billing it as a challenge to the Republican and Democratic two-party system. However, it is unclear if the […] The post Elon Musk says he is launching new political party appeared

A summit of leaders from the BRICS group of major emerging economies kicks off in Brazil, yesterday – but without the top leader of its most powerful member. For the first time in more than one decade of rule, Chinese leader Xi Jinping – who has made BRICS a centerpiece of his push to reshape the global balance […] The post Chinese leader Xi Jinping skips this year’s BRIC summit

Mr Charles Osei Asibey, President of the Ghana Armwrestling Federation, is unnerved that the federation will need about $42,000 to enable the national Armwrestling Team, Golden Arms, participate in the upcoming Africa Armwrestling championship in Abuja, Nigeria. Mr. Osei Asibey bemoaned that the Golden Arms, arguably the most consistent in Ghana and Africa, deserves better. […] The post Armwrestling: