Deputy Finance Minister nominee, Thomas Nyarko Ampem is calling for a review of how government scholarships are awarded especially for foreign programmes. He makes the point that scholarships should be awarded to the number of students that the government’s budget can cater for. This, he said would avoid the situation where Ghanaian students studying abroad […] The post We

 The Government of Ghana has announced a number of activities marking this year’s Independence Day celebration. A statement issued from the Presidency in Accra and signed by the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, says the event will begin with the commemoration of the 28th Febru­ary Crossroad shooting in Accra … The post Govt unveils 68th

Mr Thomas Nyarko Ampem, Deputy Finance Minister-designate, says in view of the dwindling external aid from major donors to Ghana, saying; "It's about time we plan our lives without aid".  The post

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has outlined key proposals for the 2025 budget, urging government to prioritise macroeconomic stability, streamline taxes and enhance access to capital to support business growth and facilitate investment planning. The 2025 budget, set to be presented next month, will be first under the new government. […] The post 2025

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has emphasised the need for a robust import substitution strategy and stronger support for manufacturing as key components of government’s 24-Hour Economy agenda. The industrial body believes that by prioritising domestic production, the country can reduce reliance on imports, strengthen value chains and enhance domestic […] The post 24-hour

Winfried Schäfer, the newly appointed technical advisor for the Black Stars, has arrived in Ghana as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.The experienced German coach, who led Cameroon to victory in the 2002 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), touched down in the West African nation on Monday.He was welcomed by Desmond Ofei, the assistant coach of the senior national team.In a bid to strengthen the Black Stars' technical setup and boost their chances

Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku and Vice Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, Stephen Appiah has visited defender, Alidu Seidu.The Stade Rennes defender has been ruled out of teh season after suffering after an ACL injury.The exciting right back landed awkwardly and ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee during a Ligue 1 match against Lille.As part of the FA's routine of bonding, Kurt Okraku and Appiah visited Seidu

The idea of moving towards a 9th Pan-African Congress in Lomé, Togo, was imposed on Africa for a number of reasons. This includes the need put an end to the paradox between the desire clearly expressed at institutional and national levels by the African Union to involve the diasporas more deeply in the work of […] The post Feature:

Barcelona, Atletico Madridin standout Copa del Rey semis There will be a standout Copa del Rey semi-final first leg on Tuesday evening, with Barcelona welcoming La Liga title rivals Atletico Madrid to their temporary home. Barcelona are the most successful side in the history of the Copa del Rey, lifting the trophy on 31 occasions, while Atletico are 10-time winners, with the capital […] The post Today’s

Nearly two million people who have relied on community kitchens for food have lost this lifeline.