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. […]

… claims adherence to transparency, regulatory compliance Telecel has dismissed what it describes as “misleading claims” by the Minority in parliament regarding its role in the ongoing challenges facing AT Ghana – stating that its involvement has been guided strictly by regulatory directives and a commitment to maintaining service continuity for millions of customers. In […] The post Telecel

Dr. Randy Abbey, Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, has suggested that flying fans to support Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup should be considered.The proposal revisits a controversial recommendation from the 2014 Dzamefe Commission of Inquiry, which advised that government funds should not be used to fly supporters to major international tournaments.Speaking on Asempa FM, Dr. Abbey emphasized the importance of fan support, describing it as indispensable to the teamâ??s

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has assured that the Baba Yara Stadium will soon get FIFA and CAF approval. The edifice is currently undergoing renovation after the Confederation of African Football [CAF] described it as unfit to host FIFA and continental-sanctioned games.The decision has forced Asante Kotoko to play their CAF Confederation Cup games in Accra.However, speaking to Asempa FM, the Member of Buem constituency hinted that the Baba Yara Stadium

By Kizito CUDJOE The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) expects fuel prices to drop marginally across the board in second half -October, driven by lower international oil prices and a stronger cedi. According to COMAC’s latest price outlook, ex-pump prices of petrol, diesel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) are projected to decline between 2 […] The post Fuel

Black Stars coach Otto Addo is confident goalkeeper Benjamin Asare can still improve despite his heroic performances during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Hearts of Oak goalkeeper, after making his debut in March earlier this year against Chad, has remained the first-choice goalkeeper.Asare played six games during the qualifiers and kept five clean sheets.Speaking to 3Sports after Ghana's qualification to the global showpiece, Addo beleives the 33-year-old shot-stopper

Hearts of Oak goalkeeper, Solomon Agbesi, has stressed that the playing body is determined to make the fans of the club proud. Agbesi, who joined the Phobian Club from Dreams FC, has been impressive in the absence of first-choice goalkeeper Benjamin Asare.Speaking in an interview, the promising goalkeeper assured that the playing body is focused and determined to make the supporters proud.â??We are determined to give our fans a reason to smile,â? Agbesi said. â??The

…Africa’s untapped land seen as engine for jobs and food security        By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU, Washington, D.C The World Bank Group has launched a major agribusiness initiative aimed at transforming the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and boosting food security, with a particular focus on Africa’s vast uncultivated land. The programme, AgriConnect, seeks to […] The post World