Four hundred and sixty river guards have been recruited for training to kickstart government’s Blue Water Initiative, aimed at restoring the health of the country’s rivers and other water bodies. The Lands and Natural Resources Minster, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah who launched the programme on Monday at Ezinlibo in the Jomoro municipality of the Western […] The post Galamsey

Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced that the Accra Sports Stadium will be closed for refurbishment following Ghana’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Chad. The stadium, which has been a key venue for the Black Stars, will host Friday’s crucial match, but Adams emphasized the need for significant improvements to enhance its […] The post Accra

Residents in Ethiopia's north tell the BBC they are stocking up and taking cash out as tensions deepen.

Sports Minister Kofi Adams says the Black Stars’ technical team has assured him of victory in their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Chad. After missing out on the 2025 AFCON, the Black Stars are eager to bounce back and secure a spot at the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Speaking on […] The post Black Stars technical team has assured me of a

Ghanaâ??s Minister in charge of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams has urged Black Stars players to show their quality in the upcoming encounter against Chad.The Black Stars are returning to action in the March international break and will take on Chad and Madagascar in two important games in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking to journalists ahead of the game, Kofi Adams has motivated the Black Stars players, insisting that they are the best on the African continent.He

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams has argued that Ghanaâ??s qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is non-negotiable.Speaking to Journalists at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday, March 17, the Minister compared the importance of the qualification to the air that humans breathe.Mr. Adams further assured he will do everything to ensure the Black Stars receives the support needed to beat Chad later this week.â??For the qualification, I need it just like any

The perennial water crisis in the Greater Tamale metropolis is compelling residents to buy and drink from unwholesome sources which predisposes them to some diseases like typhoid and other waterborne illnesses. For decades, the Tamale metropolis, Sagnarigu and other communities within the Tamale enclave, have witnessed severe water crisis. The estimated average water consumption in […] The post Tamale

Nine players took part in the Black Stars’ first training session on Monday ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Chad on Friday, March 21. The team opened camp at the Accra Sports Stadium, with the first training session open to the public. Despite head coach Otto Addo naming a 23-man squad […] The post 2026 World Cup Q: Semenyo,

Crystal Palace forward Eddie Nketiah cherishes the privilege of being a role model, recognizing the impact he can have on aspiring young footballers.The 25-year-old striker, who began his football journey at Chelsea before making his name at Arsenal, has steadily built his career with determination and resilience. After breaking into Arsenalâ??s first team in 2017 and experiencing a loan spell at Leeds United during their Championship-winning campaign, Nketiah now seeks a fresh

The recent unannounced power outages in parts of Kumasi have prompted residents to call for a load-shedding timetable. According to the Electricity Company of Ghana, the ongoing power instability is due to technical challenges at the Anwomaso Bulk Supply point. However, residents have expressed frustration, stating that the situation is disrupting their business activities and […] The post Energy

President Mahama dismisses CDS General Oppong-Peprah, other military chiefs

Soldier killed by unknown gunmen in Bawku

President Mahama has appointed Brigadier General William Agyapong as Acting Chief of Defence Staff, replacing Lt. Gen. Oppong-Peprah, who served since February 2024. The post Mahama names Brigadier General William Agyapong as new Chief of Defence Staff first appeared on 3News.

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed new Service Chiefs to be in command of the Ghana Armed Forces pending consultation with the Council of State. Their appointments take effect from March 24, 2025, this was contained in a statement issued on Monday, March 17 and signed by the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu […] The post Mahama appoints new Acting

Eddie Nketiah has stated that he carries more than just his own dreams every time he steps onto the pitch.The Crystal Palace striker embraces the weight of his familyâ??s legacy, knowing his name represents generations of aspirations.Born in Lewisham to Ghanaian parents, Nketiahâ??s football journey began in south-east London with grassroots club Hillyfielders. Chelsea scouted him at nine, but by 2015, he faced rejection. Arsenal saw his potential, offering him a fresh start

A military officer has been shot dead in Bawku, Upper East Region, by unidentified gunmen, heightening tensions in the conflict-prone area. The post Soldier shot dead in Bawku by unknown gunmen as security tensions rise first appeared on 3News.

The Asante Kotoko duo of Kwame Opoku and Frederick Asare have been named in the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League Team of the Week (ToTW) for Week 24.The two players were in action for the Porcupine Warriors over the weekend when the team locked horns with defending champions FC Samartex.In the game played on Saturday, striker Kwame Opoku scored in the second half to save Asante Kotoko from a defeat.Goalkeeper Frederick Asare also captained the side on the matchday, pulling off some

Eddie Nketiah thrives on the love and admiration he receives from Ghanaian fans, using it as fuel to push himself even harder on the pitch.Born in Lewisham to Ghanaian parents, Nketiah began his football journey at Chelsea before joining Arsenal, where he made his first-team debut in 2017. He played over 150 games for the Gunners, with a loan spell at Leeds United during their 2019â??20 Championship-winning campaign.His connection to Ghana remains strong, and whenever he visits,

President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, has issued a resolute call for a reset of Specified Entities (SEs) under the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) in order to spearhead national transformation. At a high-level meeting which focused on strategies to revamp Specified Entities and eliminate financial mismanagement, a compelling keynote address delivered by […] The post Editorial:Mahama

Kumasi-based Asante Kotoko are leading the race to clinch the Ghana Premier League title in the ongoing 2024/25 football season. The Porcupine Warriors were in action over the weekend and locked horns with defending Champions FC Samartex.Despite a pulsating encounter between the two sides, neither side could secure victory and had to settle for a point each after a 1-1 draw.Although Asante Kotoko dropped two points from that game, the team ended the matchday on top of the Ghana