Brazil full-back Wesley will have a fitness test to determine the severity of the injury that has put his participation in Brazil’s World Cup group in jeopardy, Head Coach Carlo Ancelotti has revealed. The 22-year-old Roma defender left the field in tears 15 minutes into Brazil’s 2-1 win over Egypt in their final World Cup … The post Brazil face anxious wait over defender’s injury

Iran’s FIFA World Cup 2026 football team have landed in Mexico amid an ongoing row over visas and access to the stadiums in the US where they are to play. All three of Iran’s group games are in the US, but the players and support staff have been told they have to fly in and … The post World Cup 2026: Iran lands in Mexico amid US visa row appeared first on Ghanaian

The government is implementing a series of regulatory reforms aimed at accelerating growth in the mining sector and strengthening Ghana’s position as a leading mining destination in West Africa, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah, has announced. He said the mining industry remained a strategic pillar of the economy and had … The post Govt

The Exim Frozen Foods Association of Ghana (EFFAG) has urged the Ministry of Transport to reject any efforts to reintroduce the Cargo Tracking Note (CTN), also known as the Smart Port Note (SPN), arguing that the system would impose significant additional costs on businesses and consumers. In a statement signed by its Executive Secretary, Michael … The post EFFAG opposes proposed

The National Labour Commission (NLC) has directed the Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) to immediately suspend its indefinite strike action. According to the commission, the industrial action contravenes provisions of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651). The directive follows KADA’s declaration of an indefinite strike, which took effect on June 6, 2026, over concerns it … The post NLC

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting media freedom and freedom of expression, describing a free and independent press as a cornerstone of democracy, human rights and sustainable development. He said fearless and responsible journalism remains vital in promoting accountability, transparency and good governance, stressing that governments must welcome scrutiny rather … The post Free

The Fourth African Inter-Parliamentary Conference ended in Accra on Friday, with South Africa and Mozambique declining to adopt the draft African Charter on Family, Sovereignty and Values, even though 20 other African countries endorsed it. The conference brought together parliamentarians, political leaders, traditional authorities, faith-based organisations and civil society representatives from across the continent. The … The post 20

The National Media Commission has appointed Dr Isaac Okpoti Nai as the new Managing Director of New Times Corporation, publishers of Ghanaian Times and The Spectator newspapers. In an engagement with staff of the Corporation today, June 5, 2026, Dr.Nai, expressed his appreciation to everyone for holding the forth and contributing to the growth of … The post New Times Corporation gets new MD appeared first

As part of activities to commemorate Mental Health Awareness Day and Mother’s Day, MomsConnectGH last Saturday organised a donation drive to the Accra Psychiatric Hospital under its outreach initiative, The Hannah Project. The initiative formed part of the organisation’s broader commitment to supporting vulnerable groups in society while creating awareness around mental health challenges, particularly … The post MomsConnectGH

President John Dramani Mahama has begun a state visit to the Republic of Belarus aimed at strengthening diplomatic relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries. The visit, which started on Friday, June 5, is at the invitation of Belarusian President Aleksandr Grigorievich Lukashenko. According to a statement issued by presidential spokesperson and Minister for … The post President

Personnel from Akropong Fire Station participated in the Career Day Celebration organized by Akropong Methodist Basic School on June 3, 2026 at Akropong Methodist Church. The firefighters educated students on career opportunities within the Ghana National Fire Service, outlining qualifications, training, and skills required to become a firefighter. They also shared practical fire safety tips … The post GNFS

The Surveillance Unit of the National Operations Department and the Ashanti North Regional Police, have foiled a planned robbery attack and recovered a quantity of weapons linked to a notorious robbery syndicate. Acting on intelligence, a Police team on June 2, 2026 moved in on Ali Mohammed, a 23-year-old robbery suspect wanted in connection with … The post Police foil planned robbery, recover weapons

The Upper East Regional Police Command supported by the IGP’s Special Operations Team conducted an intelligence led swoop operation at Bolgatanga, Tongo, Bongo and Nabdam District from May 25, to June 3, 2026. The team arrested twelve suspects comprising eight males and four females at Zuarungu. The female suspects comprised three Nigerians and a Ghanaian. … The post IGP

Construction works on a second spillway designed to channel excess water from the Mamahuma Stream, also known as the Fulani Dam, in the Adentan Municipality of the Greater Accra Region, are about 80 per cent complete. The project, which was awarded by the Adentan Municipal Assembly and is being executed by Messrs Wordsworth Universal Limited, … The post Flood control works at Fulani Dam near

Africa must take control of its digital future by investing in infrastructure, software development and digital skills to ensure that technology-driven education responds to the continent’s unique needs and realities, the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has said. He said the continent must build educational systems that empowered its people, strengthen institutions and promote collaboration … The post Africa

Ghana captain, Jordan Ayew, has called on Ghanaians to rally behind the Black Stars and new head coach, Carlos Queiroz, as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.  The Black Stars arrived in the United States of America yesterday after playing Wales in an international friendly on Tuesday as part of preparations for the … The post 2026 World Cup: Be positive

At an age when many are yearning for their breakthrough, Abdul Latif Wunzalgu has already had a glimpse of what the future could hold.  The GAZ Nobles Football Club youngster recently achieved a lifelong dream by earning his first call-up to Ghana’s Black Starlets, proudly wearing the national jersey and making a bold statement on … The post The journey of Abdul Latif Wunzalgu, a rising

The Black Stars have arrived in the United States of America to continue preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team departed Cardiff on Wednesday afternoon and touched down in Washington, D.C., around 9 p.m. local time. The players and officials of the team acknowledges cheers from the fans According to an FA statement, … The post Black Stars arrive in United States appeared first on Ghanaian

The New York Knicks overcame a 14-point third-quarter deficit to snatch a 105-95 victory at the San Antonio Spurs in the opening game of the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson scored 13 of his 30 points in the final quarter as the Knicks scored 11 points without reply to surge clear in the final two minutes. … The post Knicks lead NBA Finals after late run over Spurs appeared first on Ghanaian

Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as their head coach on a two-year contract following the sacking of Arne Slot. The Reds announced Slot’s exit on Saturday, a year after the Dutchman guided them to the Premier League title. Former Bournemouth manager Iraola, 43, joins after delivering the Cherries’ finest top-flight season to date, finishing in … The post Liverpool appoint Iraola as head