The countdown is almost over as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) gets underway in Morocco, with the continentâ??s biggest football festival scheduled to run from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026.Morocco will host the tournament for the second time in its history, welcoming 24 national teams competing across six host cities in what promises to be one of the most ambitious editions of the competition.Morocco headline Group ATournament hosts Morocco will spearhead Group

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Egypt legend Mohamed Aboutrika has criticised the Confederation of African Football following its decision to change the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) cycle from two years to four.Reacting to the announcement, Aboutrika suggested the move reflects African football placing European interests above its own, questioning CAFâ??s appreciation of the tournamentâ??s value and status."The African Football Federation in the service of European football. And this is what happens

Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has said government intends to implement an electronic visa (e-visa) system in the first quarter of 2026 as part of efforts to facilitate and lower the cost of travel to Ghana for Africans living abroad. The Minister announced the policy direction at the concluding session of the inaugural Diaspora […]

Comoros head coach Stefano Cusin has noted that his side is excited ahead of their opening Group A encounter against Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Speaking in his pre-match press conference, the gaffer emphasised that his team wants to take advantage of the opportunity to sell Comoros to the rest of the continent and beyond.â??It is an exceptional opportunity to showcase our country and our team,â? Cusin said and added, â??Morocco are extremely competitive,

The head coach of Morocco, Walid Regragui, has opened up about his teamâ??s approach for their opening match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Morocco will face Comoros on Sunday, December 21, in their first Group A encounter, to kick off this yearâ??s edition of the continental spectacle.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Walid Regragui said his Morocco side will play with confidence and humility in the opening fixture, adding that the ambition is to win AFCON 2025.â??We

Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has denied claims of possible constitutional amendment to grant President Mahama a third term, but says that choice lies with Ghanaians. Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Friday, December 19, 2025 before the House went on recess, Mahama Ayariga, said although Ghanaians approve of the work of President Mahama, there […]

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The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticised his referral to the Privileges Committee over Ghana’s ECOWAS Parliament delegation. Before Parliament took a break on Friday, December 19, the Effutu MP said he holds the bonafide right to his seat at ECOWAS Parliament and cannot be removed. According to him, he will only vacate his seat […]

Our Ask Me Anything team explore why Afcon 2025 is in December and why it is held biannually.

It’s finally here! The season to be jolly. I don’t want to take the wind out of anyone’s sails. As life happens, pat yourself on the back and let your gratitude make you dance! This year has been so many different things to everyone. Mine was certainly not smooth. But, I’m grateful to be able […] The post Accra Life: The essential list appeared first on The

The Ghana Police Service has issued a warning to the public against the unauthorised installation and use of sirens, strobe lights by persons not authorised by law. In a statement issued on December 19, the Police say it has observed a worrying increase in the unauthorized installation and use of sirens, strobe lights, and other […]

The Upper East Regional Police Command has arrested four suspects following a targeted swoop on criminal hideouts and suspected drug peddling locations within Paga in the Upper East Region. The suspects, identified as Kofi Boateng, Eric Owusu, and Godwin Agosa, all porters, and Abdul Aziz Bukari, a driver’s mate, were arrested on December 18, 2025 […]

The Ghana Police Service has arrested three suspects in the Eastern Region in connection with a viral video showing a two-year-old child being forced to drink an alcoholic beverage. The suspects, Tawiah Precious alias T’ Moni, 18, Emmanuel Dadzie alias Shapiro, 24, and Stephen Amoako, 22, who is the father of the child, were arrested […]

Around a dozen gunmen opened fire at random at bar patrons. The police said they launched a manhunt to find the unknown assailants.

Police say another 10 people were injured in the township shooting near Johannesburg, and a manhunt is under way.

Morocco begin their AFCON 2025 journey at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Sunday, aiming to avoid becoming the first hosts since Burkina Faso in 1998 and sixth overall to lose the opening match.Even without the physically compromised Achraf Hakimi, the Atlas Lions will head into Sunday confident in their chances of avoiding a shock draw or defeat, even if they will be wary of their opponents.Walid Regraguiâ??s men enter their 20th AFCON with the weight of expectation of supporters

As some West African nations choose to cement old ties with France or a new ally in Russia, Togo wants both.