THE European Union (EU) has awarded schol­arships to 30 Ghanaian students to undertake post­graduate studies in top European universities under the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Programme. The initiative forms part of the EU’s broader efforts to strengthen educational cooperation and foster closer ties with Ghana. The EU Ambassador to Ghana, Mr Irchad Razaaly, … The post  EU

Sudan coach Kwesi Appiah has vowed that his team will give their all to secure the bronze medal in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).The Falcons of Jediane face Senegalâ??s Lions of Teranga in the third-place playoff at Mandela National Stadium in Kampala today, August 29.Following their semifinal defeat to Madagascar, Appiah stressed the importance of lifting the spirits of the Sudanese people amid challenging times.â??We want to bring smiles to the Sudanese, especially

 Western Serene Atlantic Hotel, a member of the First Sky Group, has appointed Mercy Abena Twumwaa Asubonteng as its new General Manager, effec­tive September 1, 2025. With over 20 years of expe­rience in hospitality and tourism, Ms Asubonteng has held several senior roles including, Food & Beverage Manager, Conference & Banqueting Executive and Marketing Manager … The post Western

 The Chief Ex­ecutive Officer and Founder of L’aine HR, Dr Mrs Ellen Hagan, has urged wom­en in corporate organisations to build their skills to remain relevant in the current Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven world of work. She said although AI was influencing how organisations operated, women would continue to stay valuable in their respec­tive fields if … The post Women

The Ghana immigration Service has cautioned the general public against fraudulent recruitment advert on social media. The Service is currently not recruiting, and has also not ad­vertised for the sale of e-vouch­ers. Members of the public are, therefore, cautioned not to fall prey to this fraudulent and mis­leading advert. The advert has a fake short … The post GIS cautions public on recruitment

 The family of the late Ghanaian undergradu­ate student, Nana Agyei Ahyia, who died under unclear circumstances in Latvia, has pe­titioned the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to intervene further to ensure a thorough investigation into his death. The petition, signed by Ms Sarah Nyenejay Nimely on behalf of the Nimely and Wil­liam … The post Family

 Eight persons, who assaulted Mavis Hawa Koomson, former Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture, during the Ableku­ma North parliamentary rerun election, have been convicted by the Accra Circuit Court. The court, presided over by Mr Isaac Addo, deferred sentenc­ing to Friday, August 29, after the accused pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit crime, namely … The post 8

Executive Director of the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD Ghana), Professor H. Kwasi Prempeh, has justified the declaration by President John Dramani Mahama that he would not seek a third term in office. Prof Prempeh makes the point that Ghana has a fixed two-term presidential limit, but some Ghanaians, “mostly for political mischief,” have […]

India’s bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games has been approved by the country’s federal government, which hopes staging it will benefit local businesses and inspire a new generation of athletes. The cabinet approved the bid to host the 2030 Games in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad, with the lion’s share of the events … The post India’s 2030 Commonwealth Games

Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has emphasized that Razak Simpson continues to be a vital member of the Black Stars, even though he was left out of the latest squad.The Nations FC captain was not included in Otto Addo's 24-man roster for the upcoming Matchday 7 and 8 fixtures of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali next month.Simpson, who earned his senior national team debut against Angola during the 2025 Africa

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has emphasised that all banknotes and coins issued by the central bank remain valid for the settlement of debts and the payment of goods and services. He says the Cedi is the national currency, and it should be respected and utilised in all transactions. During […]

Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has cautioned the Black Stars to stay humble ahead of the resumption of the 2026 World Cup. After back-to-back wins against Chad and Madagascar in March earlier this year, the senior national team will regroup for the Matchday 7 and 8 games of the qualifiers for the Mundial next month.Ghana currently sit at the top of Group I with 15 points with four games to end the qualifiers.However, ahead

Vice President, Professor Naa­na Jane Opoku-Agyemang, yesterday paid a working visit to the Ministry of Health to assure the Ministry of her office’s commitment to supporting its work in strengthen­ing the country’s health system. She was accompanied by her Chief of Staff, Mr Alex Segbefia, and some advisors. The Vice President said her office was … The post Strengthening country’s

Member of Parliament for Okaikoi Central, Yaw Patrick Boamah, has stated that the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is well-positioned to shape the future of Ghana’s mineral economy and complement the strategic efforts of entities such as the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) and Goldbod. He added that MIIF is the hope of Ghanaians […]

Black Stars Management Committee member Dr Richard Nsenkyire says the team's focus is to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The senior national team will regroup next month for the Matchday 7 and 8 games of the qualifiers.Ghana will take on Chad at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno on Thursday, September 4, before returning home to face Mali at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday, September 8.With four matches left to end the qualifiers, Dr Nsenkyire insists

 A financial ed­ucation campaign for informal sector workers to increase insur­ance penetration has been launched. The three-month nationwide campaign, an initiative of Sanlam Allianz in partnership with the National Insurance Commis­sion (NIC) and partners such as the Ghana Insurers Association (GIA), is targeted at traders, tailors, dressmakers, hairdressers, barbers and other players in the informal … The post Sanlam

The Government of Ghana has pledged to intensify reforms in the gold sector as it prepares for a crucial international evaluation of its anti-money laundering efforts. At a high-level stakeholder meeting, Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem who spoke on behalf of the Minister for Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson warned that Ghana faces potential […]

Dr. Yaw OseiAdutwum, former Minister for Education and a presidential aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has declared an unwavering commitment to eradicating poverty in Ghana, as he officially filed his nomination to contest the party’s flagbearer position. Addressing an enthusiastic crowd of supporters at the NPP headquarters in Accra, on Friday, Dr.Adutwum outlined […] The post Adutwum: