By Dennis J. SNOWER For decades, the dollar’s position as the world’s leading reserve currency has provided the United States with extraordinary advantages: the ability to borrow at low interest rates, run large current-account deficits, and finance budget shortfalls by printing money without necessarily triggering inflation. But since the start of President Donald Trump’s second […] The post When the dollar

Malachi Boateng was the hero at Home Park as Plymouth Argyle sealed a narrow 1-0 win over Blackpool in League One on Saturday afternoon.The English-Ghanaian midfielder, making his presence felt in the heart of Argyleâ??s midfield, scored the only goal of the game early in the second half. In the 48th minute, Ayman Benarous slipped a clever pass into his path, and Boateng calmly guided a right-footed shot into the bottom corner. The goal sparked loud celebrations from home fans

The Ghana Online Drivers and Courier Union (GODCU) is threatening a nationwide strike over rising attacks on its members and what it describes as “illegal” charges by ride-hailing company Bolt. The concerns were contained in a press release issued on Sunday, August 24, 2025, and later reinforced by the union’s chairman, Francis Tengey, during an […]

Ghanaian forward Emmanuel Yeboah continued his fine run of form for Halmstads BK, finding the net in their 2-1 away win over IF Elfsborg on matchday 21 of the Swedish Allsvenskan.The 22-year-old striker opened the scoring in first-half stoppage time, calmly converting from the penalty spot to register his third goal in just four appearances since joining the club on loan last month. His strike set Halmstad on course for a vital victory in BorÃ¥s.Yeboahâ??s impact has been immediate.

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, paid a courtesy call on the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, at the Police Headquarters in Accra on Monday.The engagement formed part of the FAâ??s stakeholder consultations ahead of the 2025/26 football season and served as a platform to strengthen collaboration between the Association and law enforcement on issues of security and

The Ministry of Defence has announced that the Board established to investigate the recent Z-9 helicopter crash has officially started its work. According to the Ministry, the Board is chaired by the National Security Coordinator, with members drawn from the Ghana Air Force and the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau of the … The post Z-9

Former Deputy Minister Augustine Ntim rejects claims of tribal and religious bias in the NPP, stressing that such divisions are alien to the party as campaigns for the 2028 flagbearership heat up.

A large number of young South Africans are jobless and attracted by social media offers of work abroad.

Three days before the untimely deaths of the eight people who perished in the helicopter crash, I was on call with Dr. Murtala Mohamed, a victim of that painful sight. As usual, it was a call to check in on how I was faring and also from my side to check how he was managing […]

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Close to 100 members of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Ghana have embarked on their first health walk, defying the stereotype that accountants are “boring”. This inaugural health walk was organised by the newly formed CIMA Ghana Welfare Committee, which was officially launched at the event. Hailed by organizers, […] The post CIMA

Leicester City manager Marti Cifuentes has expressed delight at the return of Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, whose dazzling strike secured a 1-0 victory over Charlton Athletic in the English Championship.The 21-year-oldâ??s stunning effort in the second half â?? cutting inside from the right before bending the ball into the far corner â?? sealed all three points for the Foxes at the King Power Stadium.It was a reminder of the immense quality Issahaku brings to the

The Member of Parliament for Bantama, Francis Asenso Boakye, has praised students in his constituency for showing discipline and avoiding examination malpractice as the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) begins. The MP visited four Senior High Schools in Bantama: Asanteman SHS, Kumasi Girls SHS, Islamic SHS and Bantama SDA SHS to monitor … The post WASSCE

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Indian community and mission in Ghana, dignitaries and friends of India converged at India House in Accra to celebrate India’s 79th Independence Day. Echoing the national theme for this year’s independence day – ‘Naya Bharat’ – the celebration included flag unfurling, cultural performances and served as a platform for the […] The post Indian

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has expressed confidence that Ghana is on the right path to becoming one of the leading producers of pharmaceuticals in Africa. He made the statement at a meeting with local pharmaceutical companies on Monday, August 25, 2025, in Accra. The meeting brought together key players in the industry … The post Ghana is ready to

There’s a popular riddle that asks: “What flies without wings?” The answer, of course, is time. It slips through our fingers like sand, silently but relentlessly. The sobering part? Once it’s gone, it’s gone forever. Every one of us gets exactly twenty-four hours a day—no matter where we were born, how wealthy we are, or what […] The post Reflections by S.M.A: Tick-Tock:

By Anne O. Krueger  Statistics may seem dull, but they are indispensable. Without them, policymakers – and those tasked with implementing their decisions – would be unable to do their jobs. Reliable data form the foundation of sound governance, playing a central role in shaping monetary and fiscal policy and supporting and forecasting demand for […] The post Lies, damned lies, and Donald

The Controller and Accountant General, Kwasi Agyei, has announced that his office is partnering with the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to investigate the 2024 audit report that uncovers overpayment of salaries and unearned allowances. He made the point that the issue should not just end at recovery, but prosecution must take place. “We’re […]

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi MTN Ghana has intensified efforts to strengthen the capacity of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through its flagship SME Accelerate Programme by introducting a SME Business Clinic. The SME Business Clinic underscores MTN’s long-term vision of empowering SMEs to leverage technology and finance to become globally competitive enterprises. The initiative, […] The post MTN

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) disclosed that nine institutions, including Graphic Communications Group and GIHOC, owe a combined GH¢47 million in taxes.

Hearts of Oak coach Didi Dramani has attributed his sideâ??s impressive victory over Asante Kotoko in the GHALCA Top 4 to a well-executed tactical plan designed to neutralise their rivalsâ?? strengths.The Phobians earned a 2-0 win against their sworn adversaries in the final round of the pre-season tournament at the University of Ghana Stadium, though it was Bibiani GoldStars who claimed the overall title on head-to-head advantage.Dramani, reflecting on his teamâ??s approach,