South Africa still have a chance to qualify for next year’s Women’s World Cup, but it is a complicated route that starts today. Having lost out on the possibility of automatic qualification with their quarterfinal defeat to hosts Morocco at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals last Saturday, they now have to seek a … The post Banyana, Super Falcons battle for possible World Cup

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted 25 police personnel for their exceptional performance and contribution to the arrest of robbery suspects and interception of illicit drugs in separate operations across the country. The personnel were recognised for their roles in the arrest of six suspects involved in a robbery … The post IGP promotes

The Ministry of Education has denied claims that it is seeking to make the teaching and learning of Arabic compulsory in Ghanaian schools. It said reports circulating in the public domain were misleading and could create misconceptions among the public. In a statement signed by the Press Secretary to the Minister of Education, Hashmin Mohammed, … The post Arabic not compulsory in schools –

DELEGATES from across universities in 17 African countries have converged in Accra for the fourth International Annual Conference of the Harakati Za Muungano Union for development and freedom. The participating countries included Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central Africa Republic, Congo, Cote d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra … The post Harakati

South Africa is asking several other African governments to reimburse it for the cost of sending tens of thousands of their citizens back home. The request comes after South Africa deported or helped repatriate more than 80,000 immigrants, following protests and violence against illegal immigration. According to the country’s Home Affairs department, which briefed lawmakers … The post South

The Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the National Signals Bureau (NSB), has arrested suspect Masud Abdullah, aged 35, in connection with a video in which he made statements advocating violence against persons who speak ill of Prophet Mohammed. According to information available to the Police, the suspect, an Imam, allegedly made the statements while … The post Police arrest two suspects

The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has warned that poor execution of Ghana’s 2026 budget could hurt economic growth, particularly if government continues to restrict spending on capital projects and arrears payments. The warning was contained in the IFS Policy Brief No. 26, titled An Analysis of the Government of Ghana’s 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, … The post Poor budget

The Government has commended the Church of Pentecost for opening its branches in South Africa to Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks that claimed the lives of two citizens. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced the commendation during a visit to the leadership of the church today. He disclosed that more than 500 Ghanaians … The post Government

Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr, has cautioned the National Democratic Congress (NDC) against assuming that it will automatically win the 2028 general elections. According to him on Metro TV Good Morning Ghana on August 12, 2026, the belief that the NDC will return to power in 2028 regardless of circumstances is … The post Kwesi Pratt cautions NDC against

Three people have been confirmed dead following a head-on collision between a Toyota RAV4 and a Kia Picanto on the Kyebi–Asikam road in the Eastern Region. According to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), the accident occurred on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, and personnel from the Kibi Fire Station were immediately dispatched to the scene. … The post Three dead in fatal crash on Kyebi–Asikam

Mrs Juliana Bubune Titiati Tsikata, the first runner-up of Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) 2013, has died. The family announced her death in a statement, describing her passing as a deeply painful loss to her family, loved ones and all those whose lives she touched. The family expressed profound sorrow over her death and appealed to … The post GMB 2013 first runner-up Juliana Tsikata has

The countdown to the 2026 Democracy Cup has officially begun after the Right Honourable Speaker of Parliament received the trophy for this year’s edition, setting the stage for the third showdown between Ghana’s football giants, Accra Hearts of Oak and Kumasi Asante Kotoko. The prestigious match is scheduled for Friday, August 28, 2026 at the … The post Democracy

A legal researcher and academic, Elorm Kwami Gorni, has filed a case at the Supreme Court challenging the two month legal vacation observed by Ghana’s Superior Courts. He is asking the Supreme Court to declare the practice unconstitutional, arguing that the closure of the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court for two months can … The post Legal researcher challenges two

Former Head of Information and Public Affairs at Ghana’s Embassy in Washington, Kofi Tonto, has denied claims linking him to an alleged fraudulent scheme said to have occurred at the embassy. In a statement issued in Accra on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, Mr. Tonto rejected reports that he received US$800 from an alleged US$19 million … The post Kofi Tonto denies involvement

A private legal practitioner and current New Patriotic Party (NPP) North East Regional Secretary, Lawyer Sulley Sambian, has assured that, under his watch, the party’s image will be redeemed and it will continue to make giant strides. Sulley Sambian, who threw his hat into the ring for the Regional Chairmanship position months ago, set up … The post We will redeem North East

A fatal road accident on the Accra–Kumasi Highway at Asubuo has claimed one life and left five others injured, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has reported.[GNFS] According to a statement from the GNFS Eastern Region Public Relations Office, the crash occurred on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, and involved a Kia Rhino and a MAN … The post One dead, five injured in fatal

Morocco offers a landscape of contrasts, where ancient cities, scenic coasts, and majestic mountains create a tapestry of unforgettable experiences. Travelers seeking freedom and convenience can rent a car Morocco cheap, allowing them to explore the country at their own pace without compromising on reliability or comfort. From vibrant markets to tranquil coastal routes, each … The post A

President John Dramani Mahama has approved a reorganisation of the National Security Council Secretariat, resulting in new appointments and reassignments within the security structure. The changes were announced in a statement issued by the Presidency on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Under the reorganisation, Major (Rtd.) General William Ayamdo, a former Chief of Army Staff, has … The post Prez

The Ministry of Health has rejected claims that Ghana is facing a shortage of antiretroviral medicines (ARVs) used in the treatment of HIV. In a statement issued on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the ministry responded to concerns raised by the Network of Persons Living with HIV in Ghana (NAP+ Ghana) and assured the public that … The post Health Ministry denies shortage of HIV medicines in

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) is targeting about 2.8 million active members by 2028 as it steps up efforts to extend pension coverage to more Ghanaian workers. The target forms part of measures by the Trust to respond to the changing nature of work and improve retirement security for workers in both … The post SSNIT targets 2.8m active members by 2028 appeared first on