His comments come amid renewed concerns over the stability of Ghana’s power system following another major electricity disturbance on August 20.

Speaking at the commissioning of a new PURC office, the Minister singled out ECG as the most critical utility within the sector’s financial value chain and urged the regulator to pay closer attention to its commercial operations.

The victim has been identified as Augustine Boah, affectionately known in the area as Kwamena Badu. The 24-year-old suspect, Kwesi Yena who goes by the street name “Pogba” is currently in police custody after allegedly using a pair of scissors to take Augustine’s life during a heated confrontation.

Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, said the Council is ready to provide the coordination and support needed to help Assemblies translate government policies into practical interventions that improve the lives of residents.

Speaking at the presentation ceremony, Programme Director of SOS Children’s Villages’ Kumasi Programme, Bernard Amoako, said the initiative was intended to empower young people to become self-reliant.

Egypt will host Africa’s new flagship business summit this October, as leaders from across the continent converge in the newly built smart city of New Alamein for the inaugural Alamein Africa Forum. The forum is scheduled for October 2-4, 2026 in New Alamein, Egypt’s fourth-generation coastal megacity. The city combines advanced infrastructure, modern residential districts, … The post Egypt

Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has called on stakeholders in the Bono Region to raise the bar on professionalism and patriotism if the region is to unlock its full tourism potential. Speaking during a familiarisation tour of the region, the Minister met with staff of the Centre for National Culture (CNC) … The post Gomashie urges Bono Region

Former Liberian Vice-President Jewel Howard-Taylor has been charged with drug trafficking and money laundering following a $317 million cocaine seizure in Monrovia.

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey has engaged the Executive Director on Sanneh Institute, Rev. Prof. John Azumah and a member of his delegation on concerns surrounding witchcraft accusations and the protection of vulnerable women in Ghana. The engagement focused on ongoing advocacy to end witchcraft accusations, improve … The post MoGCSP

The Kessben Group of Companies has announced the passing of its Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer, Lawyer Stephen Kwabena Boateng Esq., popularly known as Kwabena Kesse or Kessben. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, the Management of the Group said Mr. Boateng died in Kumasi following a short illness. “It is … The post Kessben Group founder, Lawyer

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has outlined a comprehensive support package for the upcoming domestic season, reaffirming the FA’s commitment to easing the financial burden on clubs and improving the standard of Ghana’s lower-tier and women’s football competitions. Speaking at the 32nd Ordinary Session of Congress at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence … The post [16:55,

Ghana’s U-20 women’s national team, the Black Princesses, are intensifying preparations in Poland as they gear up for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The team, led by Head Coach Charles Sampson, held a two-hour training session with all 18 players currently in camp. The camp in Poland is aimed at fine-tuning tactics, building … The post Black Princesses

The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon, August 20, 2026, near the Manhyia Government Hospital.

Ghana defender Nathaniel Adjei is in a positive frame of mind as FC Lorient prepare to begin their 2026/27 Ligue 1 campaign against OGC Nice on Saturday.The two sides will meet at the Allianz Riviera, with Lorient looking to start the new season on a strong note. Adjei, who has established himself as an important member of the Orange outfit, spoke to Ghanasoccernet.com after the clubâ??s final pre-season friendly and expressed confidence ahead of the new campaign.The 23-year-old

  At a time when the Nigerian music industry is rapidly embracing global sounds, production techniques and contemporary expressions, an important question deserves attention: what happens to the musical traditions Read More... The post Keeping

Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has paid a visit to former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kwesi Nyantakyi to officially inform him of the death of his father, Mr Gyan Baffuor, also known as Assase Jay.The former Black Stars skipper made the visit on Thursday afternoon together with members of his family, including his uncle and family head, Wofa Kojo Gyan.Other members of the delegation included Asamoah Gyan himself, former Ghana Football Association Executive Committee

Ghanaâ??s Black Princesses have arrived in Poland as they intensify preparations for the FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup.Head coach Charles Sampson led the team through a two-hour training session on Thursday, with all 18 players currently in camp taking part.The squad is using the training camp to sharpen its preparations ahead of the biennial tournament, with the team aiming to make history on the global stage.Ghana have been drawn in Group C and will begin their campaign

Critics in Liberia, a small West African nation, say their government has not explained why it agreed to one of the largest U.S. deportation deals, who the deportees are, or how they will be handled.

Ghanaian midfielder Yussif Saidu, who plays for Real Zaragoza, is being linked with a move to Rapid Vienna in Austriaâ??s Bundesliga.Saidu, 21, joined Zaragoza permanently from Dansoman Wise on 1 January 2026 after a loan spell, with the Spanish club paying a reported â?¬120,000 fee. He has since established himself in the senior set-up, making 31 LaLiga2 appearances and scoring once.The central midfielder has also featured for Zaragozaâ??s reserve side and made one Copa

Mr Oppong Fosu declared his intention on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, when he led a delegation to the Western Region to formally engage the party’s regional leadership and seek their blessings and support for his bid.