Heart of Lions head coach Bashir Hayford has described his teamâ??s draw against Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Premier League on Friday as a true reflection of the contest.The two clubs locked horns at the Kpando Sports Stadium and put up a fight in their bid to take maximum points from their Week 26 fixture.Despite their best efforts, neither side could find the back of the net, as the encounter ended in a stalemate.Speaking in his post-match interview, Bashir Hayford argued that

Deputy Minister for Finance and Chairman of the Fundraising Subcommittee for the World Cup Ministerial Committee, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has revealed plans to raise $30 million to support the Ghana national football team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The fundraising initiative was officially launched in Accra at the Kempinski Hotel, marking a significant […]

…Low female representation in AI raises concerns over bias, innovation By Juliet ETEFE Women make up roughly 20–30 percent of the global artificial intelligence (AI) workforce, but their representation stands at about 12 percent in core research roles, according to UNESCO, with other reports highlighting broader gaps for women in technology. The disparity underscores a […] The post Women

Heart of Lions midfielder Etse Dogli was named Man of the Match (MoTM) on Friday afternoon after starring in the teamâ??s goalless stalemate against Hearts of Oak.The midfield maestro started the Week 26 fixture for his team and helped them to secure a crucial point in what turned out to be a very tough contest.In the match played at Kpando Sports Stadium, Hearts of Lions, backed by their strong home form, matched Hearts in organisation and intensity, while creating more set-piece

President John Dramani Mahama joined the National Chief Imam, Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, and the Muslim community at the Black Star Square for Eid ul-Fitr prayers, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In his address, the President underscored that Eid represents not only a moment of celebration but also a call to … The post Eid

Belgian-Ghanaian winger Francis Amuzu scored his first Brazilian Serie A goal for Gremio in a confident 2â??0 home win over Vitoria at Arena do Grêmio.The 26-year-old struck in the 54th minute, drifting into space at the back post to meet a precise cross from right-back Weverton before guiding his finish past the goalkeeper to double the hostsâ?? advantage.Gremio had already taken the lead in the first half when Vitoria defender Camutanga turned the ball into his own net

The Government of Ghana says it will engage authorities in Burkina Faso following the West African country’s recent ban on the export of fresh tomatoes. The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry confirmed in a press release that the ban, which took effect on March 16, 2026, has prompted Ghana to open discussions with its … The post Government to engage Burkina Faso

President John Dramani Mahama has presided over the award of grants to 475 young entrepreneurs under the Adwumawura Programme, reinforcing the government’s commitment to youth empowerment and entrepreneurship development. The programme is designed to strengthen Ghana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing young people with both financial support and capacity-building resources to establish and grow sustainable businesses. … The post Mahama

All 87 members of the minority caucus in parliament yesterday, March 19, 2026, voted against the Barari DV Ghana lithium mining agreement, citing unaddressed concerns. However, the motion was passed by the majority in parliament voted yes on the agreement. The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, told the House that his entire caucus could not support … The post Minority

A certified US-based Ghanaian fraud examiner, Isaac Obour, has revealed that fraud has evolved beyond financial crime into a systemic threat to economic security, digital trust, and social stability. Mr Obour, who is also the President of Anti-Fraud Initiative Ghana (AFIG), said, “As countries deepen digital transformation through mobile money, e-commerce, and financial inclusion, fraudsters […]

Zijin Akyem Development Foundation (ZADeF), the sustainable community development arm of Zijin Golden Ridge Limited, has cut sod for thirteen (13) development projects valued at over GH¢4.18 million to benefit the mine host communities in the Birim North District if Ghana. The ceremony, held at the Abirem District Assembly, brought together traditional authorities, government officials, […] The post Zijin

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang joined the Ahlus Sunna Muslim community at the forecourt of the State House to mark Eid, in the company of distinguished Imams, clerics, and fellow Ghanaians. In her message, the Vice President highlighted Ramadan as a period defined by discipline, sacrifice, and moral renewal an opportunity for reflection, character building, … The post Veep joins Ahlus

Ghanaian winger Frank Acheampong delivered the decisive moment as Dalian Yingbo edged Shanghai Port 1â??0 in the Chinese Super League, capping a hardworking display with a clinical second-half finish.The 32-year-old struck in the 47th minute, timing his run perfectly to meet Cephas Maleleâ??s pass before slotting home, sending the Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium into celebration.In a game where Shanghai Port dominated possession, Dalian Yingbo stayed compact and waited for

Kofi Asamoah netted twice in the second half to secure a point for bottom side Techiman Eleven Wonders in their home clash against former Champions FC Samartex.The visitors opened the scoring early in the first half through Gabriel Osei before a second-half strike from Emmanuel Marmah to keep them in control.However, Asamoahâ??s late strike denied the Timbers victory at the Swedru Sports Stadium.Samartex got off to a blistering start after Osei converted just five minutes into

The Mineral Income and Investment Fund (MIIF) recorded a 10.8% increase in mineral royalties in 2025. Data from the Fund shows that total royalty receipts reached a record GH?5.43 billion which represents a 10.8% increase in the year 2025 from the GH?4.90 billion recorded in the year 2024. The achievement marks the highest royalty collection […]

The Ghana Police Service in the Accra Region has assured the public of adequate security arrangements as Muslims across Ghana mark their Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. In a press release issued on March 19, 2026, the Accra Regional Police Command stated that it has deployed enough personnel to ensure a peaceful and incident free celebration across the … The post Police assure

As Ghana prepares to undertake a new nationwide SIM card registration exercise, it is important to reframe the conversation. This is not simply a telecommunications activity — it is a national identity verification exercise. At the center of this effort is the National Identification Authority (NIA), the institution responsible for building and maintaining Ghana’s digital […]

Hearts of Oak climbed to third place, albeit temporarily, after a goalless draw against Hearts of Lions in the Ghana Premier League on Friday at the Kpando Stadium.The Phobians, however, will view the result as another setback, with their winless run now stretching to four matches and just one goal scored in that period. With Aduana yet to play, their place in the top three remains under threat heading into the rest of the weekend fixtures.It was a tight and largely uneventful contest,

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has extended warm wishes to Muslims in Ghana and around the world as they celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr.In a message on behalf of the GFA Executive Council and the football community, Okraku described the occasion as a time of joy following the successful completion of Ramadan. He noted that the holy month represents a period of sacrifice, discipline and devotion to Allah, with believers demonstrating commitment through fasting and prayer.He

Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mr Ahmed Ibrahim, has wished all Muslims in Ghana and worldwide a blessed and joyous Eid al-Fitr. In a statement issued on March 20, Mr Ibrahim described Eid al-Fitr as a “blessed, joyous, and memorable” celebration, marking the end of Ramadan. He urged Muslims to celebrate safely […]