Spanish-Ghanaian winger Nico Williams, currently sidelined from the national team, received a heartfelt request from Oscar, a four-year-old fan.Though wearing the national team jersey and idolizing players like Kylian Mbappe, Oscarâ??s true wish is to meet Nico Williams, not for an autograph or a jersey, but simply to shake his heroâ??s hand.After missing the latest team meet-up, Nico Williams is set to play in Elche with Athletic Club on October 19th. Oscar, excitedly anticipating

The Minority in Parliament is calling on government to take urgent steps to pay the salaries of thousands of health workers who have not been paid for months. Ranking Member on the Health Committee, Dr. Ayew Afriyie, expressed disappointment in the Ministry of Health for failing to resolve the issue, even though funds had already … The post Minority demands immediate action

The Vice President, Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has announced that government will bear the cost of burial of the victims of the Volta Lake accident that killed 15 persons. According to her, the survivors will be supported to regain their livelihoods. “Government will bear the cost of burial of the victims and we will provide […]

Director-General of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Professor Amin Alhassan, has explained that the state broadcaster gives priority to government programmes because it is mandated by the Constitution to do so. He said this during a courtesy call on GBC Management by the leadership of the People’s National Convention (PNC). Prof. Alhassan noted that some … The post GBC

Birkirkara FC are banking on the experience of newly signed Ghanaian forward Asumah Abubakar-Ankrah as they prepare for a decisive run of fixtures in the Maltese Premier League.The Stripes, currently sixth with 13 points from eight matches, trail leaders Floriana by six points and are seeking greater attacking consistency to close the gap.The club confirmed Abubakarâ??s arrival this week, describing him as the ideal reinforcement following the long-term injury of Nigerian striker

Birkirkara FC have announced the signing of Ghanaian forward Asumah Abubakar-Ankrah to strengthen their attacking options following the long-term injury of Nigerian striker Franklin Sasere.The Maltese Premier League side confirmed the deal in a statement, describing Abubakar as a dynamic and experienced centre-forward whose qualities will add depth and versatility to the squad.â??Asumah is a dynamic center-forward known for his pace, strength, and intelligent movement inside

By Samuel SAM PureTrust Foundation (PTF) LBG, a non-profit organisation focused on livelihoods, advocacy, social services and community development, has empowered over 500 women from the Dalogyili Zaapayim Shea Butter Group with the provision of an agro-processing centre at Dalogyili in the Tamale Metropolis of the Northern Region. The facility is expected to boost shea […] The post PureTrust

Hearts of Oak head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani says his technical team will step up efforts to improve the sideâ??s attacking efficiency despite already putting significant work into that area.The Phobians have made an unbeaten start to the 2025â??26 Ghana Premier League season but have struggled in front of goal, scoring only twice in five matches, but yet to concede as well.Their run includes two wins and three draws, leaving them fifth on the 18-team table.Speaking after

By Ama Kudom-AGYEMANG The 2025 IUCN World Conservation Congress is underway in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and promises to deliver one of its most consequential debates in recent years that the global conservation community has been preparing for. At the heart of the debate are two critical motions: Motion 087, outlining IUCN’s Policy on […] The post IUCN

Ghanaian referee Bless Yao Selorn has been appointed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to officiate the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup fixture between Coton Sport Benin and FC San Pedro of Ivory Coast.The match is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Stade de Kégué in Lomé, Togo.Selorn will lead an all-Ghanaian officiating team for the crucial encounter. He will be assisted by Paul Kodzo Atimaka as Assistant Referee I and Emmanuel Dolagbanu

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Ghana Black Stars have officially booked its place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sealing the qualification with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Comoros at a vibrant Accra Sports Stadium. The Accra Sports Stadium came alive on Sunday as the Black Stars shone bright, qualifying for the fifth time for the […] The post Black Stars secures 5th

Thirteen-year-old British-Ghanaian author and philanthropist, Sarah Afua Kittoe, has been nominated among 22 British children from across the UK for this year’s British Citizen Youth Award (BCyA), slated for October 30, 2025, at The Palace of Westminster. The highly coveted BCyA Medal of Honour is reserved for a small number of exceptional young individuals aged … The post Kid

Fresh off the achievement of securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the technical staff of the Ghana Black Stars took their celebrations beyond the football pitch with a meaningful visit to the Osu Children’s Home in Accra. As a gesture of gratitude and compassion, the team made a thoughtful donation to support the […]

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Obuasi AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable community development with plans to construct a 24-unit classroom complex at the Obuasi Cluster of Schools – a project that will create one of the largest and most modern basic school facilities in Ghana. This new development follows the company’s recent […] The post AngloGold

The race for qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group C of the African qualifiers reaches a thrilling conclusion Tuesday evening, with Nigeria, South Africa, and Benin all still in contention to secure a ticket to next yearâ??s tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.In what promises to be a decisive night of football, Nigeria host Benin in Uyo, while South Africa take on Rwanda in Mbombela. All three sides can still finish top of the group, making it one

By Peter Justice GARIBA On the 16th of July 2025, I published an article in the Business & Financial Times (BFT) drawing attention to the long-standing issue of prisoner feeding in Ghana. Specifically, I highlighted the gross inadequacy of the GHC 1.80 daily feeding allowance allocated per inmate—an amount that could hardly provide a nutritious meal, let […] The post A

The lack of a dedicated maternity block coupled with inadequate beds, has compelled Management of the St Anne’s Hospital in Damongo to admit patients and place them on the floor. Appropriately 10 to 12 patients face this challenge on a daily basis, which according to Management is derailing efforts at achieving zero maternal and child […]

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Bamiankor The Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL) has inaugurated  a community water system with a daily supply capacity of 20,000 litres for residents of Bamiankor in the Nzema East Municipality of the Western Region. The facility, valued at GH¢230,000, forms part of the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at […] The post GREL

The Minority in Parliament are kicking against assertions that they are responsible for high number of unpaid nurses in the country. The Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh on Monday, October 13, 2025 during a press conference accused the previous government of posting graduate nurses without any financial clearance, a situation he says has created a […]

Your Excellency, Ghana’s foreign policy under your leadership has advanced key priorities, including youth mobility and strategic partnerships. Recent steps, such as the reversal of U.S. visa restrictions on September 26, restoring five-year multiple-entry visas, the September 2025 awarding of diplomatic passports to distinguished Ghanaians like Ibrahim Mahama, Wode Maya, Rocky Dawuni, Anita Erskine, and […] The post Open