Mourners carrying national flags and portraits of the late leader pay their final respects at a city stadium.

Mr. Alan Kyerematen, leader of the Movement for Change, has officially formed a new political party named the United Party (UP). The party, which features a monarch butterfly as its logo and adopts “Ghana First” as its motto, has secured a certificate from the Electoral Commission (EC), allowing it to begin preparations toward the 2028 … The post Ahead of 2028

Ghana’s path to the Public Financial Management Act of 2016 (Act 921) shows how it evolved from a country just out of colonial rule to a modern, democratic one that wants good governance. In Ghana’s financial system, the Financial Administration Act of 1979 is recognised as part of the country’s efforts to ensure transparency, accountability, … The post Public

Top football administrator Charles Kwadwo Ntim popularly known as 'Mickey Charles'  has made a passionate appeal for the inclusion of Andre Ayew in Ghanaâ??s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing it as a fitting tribute to one of the nationâ??s most loyal and decorated football servants.Ayew, 35, has not featured for the Black Stars since the international friendlies against Uganda and Nigeria in March 2024. The veteran forward was left out of Ghanaâ??s

Starting again is one of the hardest things to do. It requires honesty, humility and bravery. It means admitting that something didn’t go the way you planned, but choosing to move forward anyway. For many women, starting again can feel like failure, especially in a world that celebrates constant success. Whether it’s a business that […] The post Wheel of Life

The government has intensified efforts to ensure national food security and rural empowerment with the distribution of 500,000 dual-purpose Kuroiler birds to smallholder farmers, particularly women, single mothers, and persons with disabilities. The initiative, launched under the Feed Ghana Programme (FGP), forms part of a broader strategy to promote climate-smart poultry production, improve household nutrition, … The post Govt

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Ben Asante, a journalist from Ghana’s Volta Region, was better known to readers of African publications in the UK and Nigeria than to audiences in his home country. He excelled in the “sophisticated” end of African journalism, contributing to esteemed publications such as Africa Now and New African. These publications often relied on African governments … The post Ben Asante: Appreciation

Ghana’s economy grew by 4.5 percent year-on-year in July 2025, according to the inaugural release of the Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG) by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The new MIEG index, designed to provide a more frequent snapshot of economic activity, rose from 105.4 in July 2024 to 110.2 in July 2025. This […]

The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, James Gyakye Quayson (MP), held a bilateral meeting with First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Special Envoy of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mr Aselin Isaev, on the margins of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Ministerial Meeting, which took place in Kampala, Uganda. The meeting was a follow-up […]

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At least three people have been killed and several injured in Nairobi after police fired tear gas and live rounds to disperse mourners gathered to view the body of Kenya’s late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

On the sidelines of the 2025 IMF/World Bank Meetings, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson assured investors that Ghana is ‘on track,’ citing declining debt vulnerability, expected single-digit inflation, and a projected 1.5% GDP primary balance.

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU, Washington, D.C. Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama has declared that the country “turned the corner” after years of economic instability, as inflation fell below 10 percent for the first time in four years amid a faster-than-expected rebound in growth. Speaking at the IMF Annual Meetings during a side […] The post We have turned the corner – BoG Governor

…services, agriculture sustain growth as industry slowdown By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected] ) The country’s economy expanded by 4.5 percent in July 2025, according to the maiden Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG) released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). “The MIEG estimated growth is 4.5 percent for July 2025, down from 8.3 percent in July […] The post Economy expands

Black Stars Management Committee Chairman, Dr. Randy Abbey, has lauded the senior national teamâ??s dedication following their successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghana secured their fifth World Cup appearance with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Comoros in their final group game at the Accra Sports Stadium, courtesy of a second-half strike from Mohammed Kudus.In the wake of criticism surrounding the commitment of certain players, Dr. Abbey insisted that the squad

Ghana goalkeeper Richard Ofori is setting his sights on the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Currently playing for AmaZulu FC, Ofori expressed his ambitions to join the Black Stars in North America. However, he emphasized the importance of focusing on his club duties first. “I’m working hard and then focusing on my team at the moment. […]