Sub–Saharan Africa is a global leader in the development of mobile financial services. Out of every ten mobile transactions worldwide, seven occur in Africa. The rapid spread of fintech, in which the Central Bank of Kenya played a key role, gave rise to the rapid development of the economic development and innovation. How It All … The post From M-Pesa to Digital Identity: Africa’s

Referee Omar Artan given hero’s welcome in Somalia after US entry blocked.

The Chief and people of Gomoa Otapirow in the Central Region of Ghana have conferred honorary traditional titles on four distinguished visitors from the United States of America as part of a cultural exchange and community development initiative aimed at strengthening international partnerships and promoting youth empowerment.   The colourful installation ceremony, held on Sunday, […] The post Gomoa

Betway is marking a decade of operations in Ghana this June, celebrating ten years of delivering world-class sports and online entertainment while placing customers at the heart of the experience.Since launching in Ghana, Betway has helped redefine how sports fans engage with their passion, bringing thrilling moments, big wins, and a dynamic betting experience to thousands of customers across the country.To commemorate this milestone, Betway is introducing â??ITâ??S YOUR TENâ?

Hundreds of Kenyans have marched through the streets to oppose a quarantine facility that would be reserved exclusively for American patients.

The police said they were looking for more than 10 attackers, who had stormed a community of tin shacks. Investigators were still trying to determine the motive.

The Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KoKMA) yesterday launched its maiden Business and Investment Forum in Accra, aimed at positioning the municipality as Ghana’s premier destination for business and investment while promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth. The forum, organised by the assembly in collaboration with key stakeholders, brought together government officials, investors, development partners, business … The post KoKMA

Morocco became Africa's first World Cup semi-finalists at Qatar 2022, but how close is a side from the continent to lifting the trophy?

By Bernard GYEBI Ghana’s payments landscape has undergone remarkable transformation in recent years. With the growing adoption of digital banking, mobile money, and electronic payments, the country is steadily moving toward a more connected, efficient, and inclusive financial ecosystem. At the centre of this transformation is the payment infrastructure being driven by institutions like Ghana […] The post Powering

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Communications Director hopeful, Gordon Asare-Bediako, has told the teeming youth of the party that the latter’s return to power in 2028 will depend on deliberate renewal of its generational pillar, not anger or slogans. Addressing TESCON members at the University of Education, Winneba on the theme: “Reviving Our Generational […] The post NPP’s

The convicted former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Christine Tamakloe-Attionu, has been extradited to Ghana. According to a social media post by the United States’ Embassy in Ghana, on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 she arrived yesterday from the United States of America. “Justice has no borders. The United […] The post After

The Ashanti regional police command has arrested a teacher of Nyinahin Catholic Senior High School, identified as Eric Buer Nortey Apafio, 39, in connection with the assault of a female student captured in a viral video. The suspect was arrested by the Nyinahin District Police Patrol Team on June 8, 2026 at about        7:00 pm […] The post SHS Teacher Arrested

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has warned residents in major cities, particularly Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi, to brace for possible flash floods as more rainfall is expected in the coming days.

By Rev. Dr. Kojo ACKAAH-KWARTENG Ghana’s mining industry is witnessing a significant transformation that can best be described as a paradigm shift. The concept of a paradigm shift, popularized by Thomas Kuhn in his landmark 1962 work The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, refers to a fundamental change in thinking, practices, and established systems. Today, Ghana’s […] The post The

Unilever Ghana PLC recorded a profit after tax of GH¢94 million in 2025 from GH¢58 million in 2024, as improved macroeconomic conditions and strong growth across key product categories boosted the company’s performance. The company’s cash position also increased significantly from GH¢97 million in 2024 to GH¢210 million in 2025. Speaking at the company’s Annual … The post Unilever

The Centre for Environmental Impact Analysis (CEIA) has called on the government to halt moves to de-gazette portions of Globally Significant Biodiversity Areas (GSBAs) in the Western Region and other parts of the country for logging, stressing that such actions undermine environmental justice. The centre also urged the government to stop granting exploration rights to … The post Stop degazetting

The Western Central Regional Police Command has restored calm in Benso near Tarkwa following a violent disturbance on Sunday, June 7, 2026, which left two people injured, including one with gunshot wounds.

Residents of Sogakope in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region have expressed concern about high electricity bills which did not reflect the actual power consumed and disconnections. They, therefore, called on the Volta Region management of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to as a matter of urgency rectify the situation. The Leader … The post Sogakope  residents complain of

Parliament has officially launched the “Parliament and You” educational series, an initiative aimed at enhancing young people’s understanding of parliamentary democracy, governance, and civic responsibility.

Somali referee Omar Artan has returned to Mogadishu to a heroâ??s welcome after being denied entry into the United States, a setback that will prevent him from making history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 34-year-old official had been selected among FIFAâ??s match officials for the tournament and was set to become the first Somali referee to take on an on-field role at footballâ??s biggest event.However, his dream was cut short when US immigration authorities refused him