From Accra to Takoradi, Tamale, Kumasi and countless communities across Ghana, the way people interact with money has been transformed in just a decade. Today, with nothing more than a phone in hand, Ghanaians pay their electricity bills, send money to loved ones, purchase goods, and even access credit; all without stepping into a physical […] The post Rejoinder:

Twelve years ago, a groundbreaking Human Papilloma Virus pilot vaccination campaign was launched in Ghana, to protect young girls from cervical cancer. From dispelling myths about infertility to witnessing the long-term impact on their health, these young women are living testaments to the power of vaccination. On September 5, 2025 Ghana would roll out the […]

In part II, we noted that education plants the seeds of potential, but leadership provides the climate in which they grow. In Africa, a crisis of leadership has become a crisis of values. Corruption, cronyism, and materialism have tainted both public service and private enterprise, shaping generations to equate success with acquisition rather than contribution. […] The post The

Ghana international Ransford Yeboah-Königsdörfferâ??s reported move to French Ligue 1 outfit OGC Nice could hit a snag amid issues regarding his medical.The Black Stars attacker has agreed personal terms with Nice ahead of the proposed â?¬6m move in the ongoing summer transfer window.Yeboah was a standout performer for German outfit Hamburger SV last season, racking up crucial goals to help the club secure promotion to the top-flight.With both parties finalizing a move

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA), in partnership with the National Insurance Commission (NIC), has secured 500 training slots to prepare young Ghanaians as certified insurance agents. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to formalise the partnership, with the Chief Executive Officer of YEA, Malik Basintale, signing on behalf of the agency, and Dr. Abiba … The post YEA

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has created a specialised Infrastructure Department as part of its Competitions and Events Division, in a drive to ensure all Member Associations can host international matches on home soil.The new unit, which operates under the vision of CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe, will support Member Associations on football infrastructure projects ranging from construction of new stadiums to the renovation and approval of existing facilities.CAF

The town of Bawku, once a thriving commercial hub in Ghana’s Upper East Region, is today a shadow of itself—caught in the vice grip of a prolonged conflict whose consequences are far-reaching and devastating. What began as a local chieftaincy dispute has now escalated into a complex crisis that has paralysed virtually every facet of […] The post Reflections

Twenty-five final-year students of Agona Swedru Senior High School have been suspended indefinitely following their alleged involvement in a fight stemming from a same-sex relationship proposal. According to school authorities, the altercation occurred after one male student allegedly proposed a romantic relationship to another male student, who declined the offer. The student who rejected the […]

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is calling on healthcare providers to maintain high professional standards to ensure the smooth operation of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). This follows a midyear performance review by the NHIA’s Bono Regional Office, which highlighted both progress and challenges in membership enrollment and claims payment. The NHIS has […]

Sovereign credit ratings, issued by leading global agencies such as Moody’s Investors Service, Standard & Poor’s (S&P), and Fitch Ratings, are crucial instruments in the international financial system. These ratings reflect the ability and willingness of a sovereign nation to meet its debt obligations in full and on time. More than mere symbolic labels, sovereign […] The post Financial

The Government has announced a significant increase in the producer price of cocoa ahead of the 2025/2026 crop season, which opens on Thursday, August 7, 2025. According to the Minister for Finance, Mr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the new price has been reviewed upwards from US$3,100 per tonne to US$5,040 per tonne. He stated that it … The post Producer price of cocoa jumps from

Prosper Harrison Addo, General Secretary of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has dismissed claims that the GHC18 million involved in the recent partnership agreement between Adesa Production Limited (APL) and the GFA originates from government funds.The partnership, unveiled last week in Accra ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season, promises each Premier League club a GHC1 million payment before the season begins.Additionally, three matches are slated to be broadcast

The Minister for Finance, Mr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has disclosed that the President, His Excellency (H.E) John Dramani Mahama, has introduced a Tertiary Education Scholarship Scheme for children of cocoa farmers. As a result, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) will, during the 2025/26 cocoa season, develop the necessary guidelines and begin implementing the Cocoa Tertiary … The post President

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has provided details surrounding the gruesome murder of a Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) officer, Stephen King Amoah, whose charred body was discovered on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. The suspect, identified as Bright Aweh, has been formally charged with murder and remains in police custody as […]

The Ada community came alive this weekend as they celebrated the annual Asafotufiami Festival, a vibrant tribute to their rich cultural heritage. The festival, which honors the bravery of Ada’s ancestors and the battles fought for their settlement, was a testament to the community’s strong sense of identity and tradition. As visitors and locals alike […] The post Asafotufiami

Ghanaian forward Kwame Peprah has won his first trophy with Cambodian giants King Svay Rieng after starring in the Super Cup against rivals Phnom Penh Crown.The former King Faisal striker scored a brace as the Cambodian league champions triumph 5-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in regulation time.Peprah opened the scoring in the 16th minute after connecting a cross from left-back Kim Sokyuth.However, the Hun Sen Cup champions responded after the break through Bolivian winger

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang Badu says the recent broadcast partnership deal between the Ghana Football Association and Adisa Production Limited offers an opportunity to make the Ghanaian top-flight competitive again.The new partnership will see each Ghana Premier League club pocket a sum of GHS 1 million before the start of the season.Additionally, clubs will also receive reasonable amounts of money based on their finish in the league log, promoting healthy competition

The Minister of Finance Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has said that the increase in the producer price of cocoa represents 70% of the gross Free-On-Board (FOB) value of $7,200 per tonne, and aligns with President Mahama’s promise to pay cocoa farmers 70% of the FOB price. He had announced that the government had increased the […]

Latest figures from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) show that total public debt declined by GH¢113.7billion within a six-month period. The country’s public debt-to-GDP (Gross Domestic Product) ratio dropped to 43.8 percent at end-June 2025, down markedly from 61.8 percent in December 2024 on account of strong currency appreciation, nominal GDP growth and fiscal restraint. […] The post Editorial:

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