The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzato Ablakwa, has announced visa-free entry for diaspora visitors traveling to Ghana for this year’s Black Star Experience in December. He explained that the government wants to make it easier for people of African descent abroad to reconnect with their roots without the usual visa restrictions … The post Visa-free

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has described illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, as one of the most urgent threats to Ghana’s future and called on young people to take a leading role in addressing it. Speaking at the Youth Commons Forum at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Afenyo-Markin warned that … The post Afenyo-Markin urges

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has highlighted a number of policies and projects rolled out during the tenure of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, describing them as key drivers of opportunity for Ghana’s youth. Addressing students at the Youth Commons Forum at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Afenyo-Markin pointed to … The post Afenyo-Markin

Ghana has been re-elected to chair the African Network of Cybersecurity Authorities (ANCA) for a second term. The decision was made unanimously by member states during ANCA’s 6th meeting held in Rabat, Morocco, on 17 September 2025. The country was represented by the Acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Mr. Divine Selase Agbeti, … The post Ghana re-elected chair

While family-owned businesses dominate Ghana’s private sector, it is crucial to point out that they face a precarious future unless they adopt structured succession plans and formal governance frameworks. This came to light at the second Family Business Governance Workshop held with the theme ‘Family Governance and Legacy: The Family Constitution Blueprint’, where IFC officials […] The post Editorial:

THE Volta Regional Minister, Mr James Gunu, has urged both local and international investors to seize the abundant investment opportunities available in the Volta Region. He encouraged them to explore potential investment areas that would benefit the community, creating job opportunities and enhancing the living standards of the residents. The Minister made this appeal during … The post Volta

 The Minerals In­come Investment Fund (MIIF) has awarded full scholarships amounting to GH¢460, 000 to 45 exceptional yet underprivileged female stu­dents at the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), located in Tarkwa, Western Region. These awards are part of the flagship Women from Min­ing Communities (WomCoM) scholarship initiative, which was launched in June 2024, and … The post MIIF

The Ga Rural Bank recorded strong perfor­mance in the 2024 financial year, posting a profit after tax of GH¢7.1 million compared with GH¢1.9 million in 2023, represent­ing a 275.59 per cent growth. The Bank’s total income for the year under review surged to GH¢31.6 million from GH¢24.8 million in 2023, while total assets rose significantly … The post Ga Rural Bank records GH¢7.1m profit

Marguerite Gnakadé has become a vocal critic of Togo's long-serving leader Faure Gnassingbé.

 THE Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) disclosed that calm has been restored at the Hamile Border Post in the Upper West Region after disturbances in­volving some members of the local community on Saturday evening, September 13, 2025 erupted. In a statement signed by the Head of Public Affairs, Assistant Commissioner of Immigration, Mr Amoako-Atta, said the … The post Calm restored to Hamile Border –

Ghana international Mohammed Salisu will not be available when AS Monaco take on Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League clash.The French Ligue 1 outfit travels to Belgium without the Black Stars defender due to a minor niggle injury he is currently carrying. However, Monaco will have to negotiate for points in the crucial away fixture without the Ghanaian marksman.Salisu started and played full throttle of the match as his outfit cruised to an important 2-1 away win over AJ Auxerre.

The Black Stars of Ghana have moved one place up in the latest FIFA ranking following their recent performance in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.The four-time African champions, having been 76th in back-to-back rankings, have now moved to the 75th position as far as the global ranking is concerned.This comes after the team recorded a draw and a win against Chad and Mali, respectively, in the Matchday 8 games in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.Despite the improvement in the global

Persistent exam­ination malpractice risks undermining the credibility of the West African Ex­aminations Council (WAEC) certificates on the global stage, Deputy Education Minister Dr. Clement Abas Apaak has said. He said examination malpractice did not only compromise fairness but also damaged the nation’s image. Touring Senior High Schools in the Ashanti Region during the ongoing West … The post Examination

 Sports for Change Foun­dation, an NGO pursuing youth development, has held a handball clinic for about 150 girls from 10 basic schools in Cape Coast to foster a culture of discipline and promote girls’ participation in sports. With collaborative support from the Cape Coast Metropol­itan Education Directorate and the National Sports Authority (NSA), the girls … The post Sports for Change

Member of Parliament for Hohoe, Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo, has asked former Member of Parliament for Kumbungu, Ras Mubarak the error in the decision by the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Johnson Asiedu Nketia to embark on a thank you tour. Ras Mubarak had criticised the ‘Thank You’ tour, Mr Asiedu Nketia. To […]

Asante Kotoko coach Karim Zito believes unity and player discipline are key to repeating the fairy-tale run he masterminded with Dreams FC in the CAF Confederations Cup.In April 2024, Zito guided Dreams FC to a historic milestone, making them the first Ghanaian club in two decades to reach the knockout stages of the competition.The side also became the only Ghanaian team in 20 years to record two away wins in CAF knockout fixtures.Now at the helm of Asante Kotoko, Zito will return

Serbian Super Liga outfit FK Spartak Subotica have announced the signing of promising Ghanaian defender Kudu Shama Abdul on a four-year contract.The 19-year-old joins from Ghanaian lower-tier side Benab FC, where he emerged as one of the standout performers in recent years.Abdul played a pivotal role in guiding Benab to two qualifications for the Ashanti Regional Division Two Middle League, earning widespread praise for his defensive discipline and leadership qualities at a young

 Grand Slam Track has denied founder Michael Johnson has taken pay­ments of $2m from the series while its athletes remain unpaid. The series, which had been billed as a revolu­tionary addition to the track and field calen­dar, owes participants millions of dollars in appearance fees and prize money. Its inaugural season this year stuttered to … The post Johnson denies earning $2m while

Former Member of Parliament for Kumbungu, Ras Mubarak has criticised the ‘Thank You’ tour by the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) following the NDC’s victory in the 2024 elections. To him, the tour is a dangerous precedent and an unnecessary distraction to the government. In a post on his Facebook page, he […]

Carl Jung observes that, “There can be no transforming of darkness into light and of apathy into movement without emotion.” Tony Robbins believes that so many suffer from the delusion that emotions are entirely out of their control, that they are just something that spontaneously occurs in reaction to the events of our lives. Often … The post Emotions of power appeared first on Ghanaian