Rwanda’s Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, Hon. Nick Barigye, has cautioned African countries against relying solely on technology to drive digital transformation, insisting that governance and policy coordination remain the real engines of progress. Speaking during a fireside chat at the 2026 3i Africa Summit in Accra on Thursday, May 7, 2026, […] The post 3i

The move comes at a critical point for the Treasury, which is battling a persistent slump in investor demand

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has dismissed claims made by members of Ghanaâ??s 4x100m relay team that Black Stars get flight tickets for international assignments a month ahead while they are treated differently.The team questioned the ministry over logistical support and travel arrangements following their qualification for the 2027 World Championships over the weekend in Botswana at the World Relays.The team booked their place with a time of 38.09 seconds,

The latest economic figures show Ghana moved up from 10th position in 2025, when the economy was valued at $108.1 billion.

Black Stars goalkeeping coach Daniel Gaspar has described the Ghana Premier League meeting between Accra Hearts of Oak and Karela United as an enjoyable experience during his latest scouting assignment.The Portuguese-American, who officially started his role on April 28, 2026, watched the fixture at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking after the game, Gaspar said he appreciated the atmosphere and overall flow of the contest.â??I

Critically, she added, while 86 per cent of firms have access to digital tools.

The move seeks to remove financial obstacles that often discourage capable and committed party members from participating in grassroots leadership

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Food vendors operating at the Kejetia Market in Kumasi are calling on the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to significantly reduce what they describe as an “excessive” income tax regime that is threatening their livelihoods. Speaking in an interview with Business & Financial Times (B&FT), Chairman of the Ghana Traditional Caterers Association […] The post Kejetia

A 69-year-old woman who later died in South Africa is among those who left MV Hondius at St Helena.

By Merlin RAJAH, Head of Equities Electronic Product at Absa CIB South Africa’s equity market has long supported a high standard of trading activity, with infrastructure that global participants recognise and trust. That has made it easier for different types of capital to enter over time, and the mix of participants now reflects that. Global […] The post The pace of

“We are deepening the perception that justice follows political power. We are entrenching that,” he stated.

As claims of xenophobia in South Africa mount, Ghana calls on the African Union to send a fact-finding mission.

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson says he is confident his side will secure qualification for the 2026 U-20 Women's World Cup this weekend.Ghana's junior female national team will be hosted by Uganda in the second leg of the final round of qualifiers for the tournament, which will be staged in Poland later this year.The Black Princesses secured a 2-1 win in the first leg in Accra last Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium.Speaking ahead of the clash, Sampson

The Ghana Police Service has arrested four suspected armed robbers following an intelligence-led operation in Bolgatanga in the Upper East Region. The suspects, identified as Abdulai Ibrahim, Amadu Rahman, Amadu Sulemana, also known as Saaga, and Adu Yakubu, were arrested on May 5, 2026. Investigations indicate that on 4th May 2026, the suspects converged at … The post Arrest

Fourteen civil society organisations, including CDD, IMANI and 12 other CSO’shave filed an application at the Supreme Court seeking permission to join a constitutional case challenging parts of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959). The groups want to participate in the case of Adamtey v Attorney-General as amici curiae, meaning friends … The post CDD,

The minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams says the government is yet to receive official documentation from the Ghana Football Association regarding the salary structure of newly appointed Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz. Addressing a question from ghanaiantimes.com.gh journalist at the press launch of Ghana House ahead of the commonwealth games in Glasglow, the … The post We

The Ghana police has arrested six persons for allegedly impersonating security officers and harassing some Chinese nationals at Agona Akwakwa near Mankrong Nkwanta in the Central Region. According to a press release issued by the Central Regional Public Affairs Unit of the police on May 7, the Agona Swedru District Police Command received a distress … The post Police arrest six for

The Government of Ghana has formally written to the African Union requesting that xenophobic attacks against African nationals in South Africa be placed on the agenda of the upcoming Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the AU. In a letter dated May 6, 2026, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the matter should be discussed at the … The post Ghana requests AU discussion on

Ghana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have committed to a major expansion of their strategic energy partnership following high-level talks between President John Dramani Mahama and UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The agreement, reached Wednesday on the sidelines of the “Make it in the Emirates 2026” summit, centers on a landmark … The post Ghana and UAE forge strategic

The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially debunked claims that schools have been authorised to collect fees from students or parents, describing such reports as misinformation. In a statement released to clarify the service’s position on Thursday, May 7, 2026, the GES stressed that it has not sanctioned any charges under any … The post GES denies