Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has revealed he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry into the United States, ending his hopes of officiating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Artan, who was set to become the first Somali referee to work at a World Cup finals, was turned away at Miami International Airport despite travelling with what he says were valid travel documents and a diplomatic passport."I had the right papers and everything. I had

The Head of the Public Relations Unit of the Ghana National Fire Service, DO II Desmond Ackah, made the revelation when he gave an update on TV3 New Day after the incident.

By Samuel Osae ANSAH Practicing as an accounting consultant and external auditor over the years, I have interacted with many entrepreneurs who believed that starting a business in Ghana simply involves finding customers and generating sales for their business ideas. While these are important, every successful business must also operate within an established regulatory framework. […] The post Understanding

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to redefine football's biggest tournament, with several major changes making it the most ambitious edition in the competition's history.Hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, the tournament will introduce a new format, more teams, more matches and a number of innovations on and off the pitch.Here are five features that will make the 2026 World Cup unique.1. The first 48-team World CupFor the first time, 48

  Stanbic Bank Ghana’s timely intervention to donate relief items worth GH¢400,000 to the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) in support of communities affected by recent flooding and fire incidents across Accra and other parts of the country is highly commendable. This Paper believes it is a humane gesture that must be replicated by corporates […] The post Heavy downpour, disrupted

Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

Ghanaian casting director Mawuko Kuadzi has etched his name in the country’s film history, becoming the first-ever winner of the newly introduced Best Casting Director category at the 15th Ghana Movie Awards (GMA) held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra on Sunday, June 7, 2026. The star-studded ceremony, which attracted a host of Ghanaian and … The post Mawuko

A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to a total of seven years' imprisonment by the Hohoe Circuit Court after pleading guilty to unlawfully entering a church and stealing musical equipment belonging to the congregation.

Christopher Ennin has reportedly informed FC Samartex of his decision to step down as head coach ahead of next season, according to reports from journalist Shaban Mohammed.The young tactician has already submitted a formal letter of resignation to the clubâ??s hierarchy, indicating his desire to end his tenure with the Samreboi-based side.However, the management of the "Timber Giants" is yet to approve or finalize his departure, as they continue to review the terms

The Minister stressed that cultural practices and traditional ceremonies should not be seen merely as symbols of identity but as significant economic activities that create jobs and generate income.

The phrase “Artificial Intelligence” may be one of the most misleading terms of the modern era.

Former Ghana defender Jonathan Mensah, a veteran of two FIFA World Cups, is trading his boots for a camera at the 2026 tournament â?? shifting from player to storyteller as he documents the raw emotions of football's biggest stage.Mensah, who represented Ghana at the 2010 and 2014 World Cups, is now capturing the scenes and feelings of players and fans through his photography, offering a unique perspective that only someone who has lived the experience can provide.Some of

By Peter Martey AGBEKO For seven years, a woman in a small town in Ghana waited. Every morning, she opened her provisions shop before sunrise. Every evening, she closed it after dark. Like many hardworking Ghanaians, she believed in saving for the future. She trusted a financial institution that had a branch in her community, […] The post Banking on ourselves appeared first on The

Former Ghana international Ahmed Barusso has offered a fascinating perspective on how football has evolved since his playing days, drawing a clear line between the physicality of his era and the speed and power of the modern game.In an exclusive interview, the former Roma and Ghana midfielder compared the two generations, insisting that while the stars of his time were exceptional, today's players operate in a completely different footballing landscape."During our time,

Somali referee Omar Artan says he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite holding the "right papers" and "right visa".

An arbitral tribunal has ruled in favour of Moringa Mauritius Africa, Moringa SCA SICAR and B-Bovid Limited in a dispute with B-Bovid founder Issa Ouedraogo, dismissing all counterclaims brought by him. According to a statement issued by Moringa, the tribunal’s final award, delivered on February 25, 2026, upheld all claims brought by Moringa and B-Bovid […] The post Arbitral

Professor Patrick Asuming, a senior lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School and an economist, posits that the falling monetary policy rate will achieve little for businesses unless the problem of elevated credit risk associated with high non-performing loans (NPLs) is tackled. The banking sector’s NPL ratio dropped to 18.9 percent in December 2025, […] The post Editorial:

Former Black Stars midfielder Ahmed Barusso has cautioned Ghana against underestimating Panama, insisting the teamâ??s World Cup opener could shape its entire tournament campaign.Ghana will begin its 2026 FIFA World Cup journey against Panama on June 17 at BMO Field in Toronto, a fixture widely viewed as pivotal in a competitive Group L that also includes England and Croatia.Barusso, who represented Ghana at the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations and previously played for AS Roma, stressed

From record representation to Morocco's historic semi-final run, here are six compelling reasons why 2026 could finally be Africa's year to win the FIFA World Cup.

Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu Former CEO of Ghana’s Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, touched down at Kotoka International Airport on Tuesday after the United States extradited her to serve Read More... The post US Ships Ex-MASLOC