The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has turned down Asante Kotokoâ??s request to host their CAF Confederation Cup tie against Wydad Athletic Club at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.CAFâ??s decision follows an inspection of the facility, which reportedly failed to meet some of the required standards to stage continental matches.As a result, Kotoko will now host the Moroccan side at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, October 19, 2025, with kick-off scheduled

The Ghana Health Service reports that about 28,000 girls [aged 9-14 years] were vaccinated against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) on Day 1 of the vaccination campaign in the Western Region. Coordinator for the Expanded Immunization Program in the Western Region, Nicholas Asare Adomako opines that the number is impressive considering the instances of vaccine hesitancy […]

Algeria have become the latest African country to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 3-0 victory against Somalia on Thursday, October 9.The North African side locked horns with Somalia today in a Round 9 encounter in Group G.In the must-win game, Algeria started the game on a bright note, scoring after just six minutes into the first half.Highly-rated winger Mohamed Amoura equalised to give Algeria the lead after he was set up by veteran attacker Riyad Mahrez.Later

The direct family of the late highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, have raised issues with funeral arrangements circulating on social media. According to a statement from the family, the supposed funeral date announced by Abusuapanyin Kofi Wusu and a funeral committee was done without the knowledge or consent of the … The post Daddy

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has asked for true partnerships where all countries will have an equal voice. Speaking at the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels on Thursday, October 9, 2025, she said even though Ghana is open for cooperation it would, however, not take unfair partnerships. “Is it a partnership where you […]

Ghanaian-born Togolese midfielder Samuel Asamoah suffered a severe neck injury in a Chinese league match after crashing into a pitch-side advertising board, with his club fearing possible paralysis.The 31-year-old, who plays for Chinese second-division side Guangxi Pingguo, crashed head-first into an LED panel after being pushed by an opponent during Sundayâ??s domestic fixture.In a statement on Monday, Guangxi Pingguo revealed that Asamoah had sustained multiple neck fractures

Adrian De Wet tells the South African court that "when pigs are hungry enough, they'll eat anything".

Government Spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu has assured Ghanaians, notably media professionals that government has no plans to impose restrictions on freedom of expression, particularly in the digital space. Speaking at the official launch of the 29th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards on Thursday, October 9, in Accra, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu reaffirmed the administration’s support […]

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has praised his players for showing a renewed sense of purpose in their 2-0 victory over Bibiani GoldStars in an outstanding Ghana Premier League fixture at the Baba Yara Stadium on Wednesday.The win handed defending champions GoldStars their first defeat of the 2025â??26 campaign, ending their perfect start after two straight victories.Kotoko, meanwhile, extended their unbeaten run to three matches and secured their second win of the

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH On October 6th, Ghana’s new Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary to Russia, Dr. Koma Steem Jehu-Appiah held his maiden meeting with members of staff of the Mission and shared his initial diplomatic aspirations, further emphasised that it was an opportunity, together as a team, to pursue the Ghana-Russia bilateral relations under the […] The post Ambassador

The Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has revealed that discussions are underway with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to establish fan zones for Ghanaâ??s final 2026 World Cup qualifier against Comoros .Speaking at a media briefing ahead of Sundayâ??s game, scheduled for October 12 at 19:00 GMT at the Accra Sports Stadium, Ampofo Ankrah said the initiative aims to curb overcrowding â?? a recurring challenge during Black Stars

Naana Donkor Arthur has been crowned Content Creator of the Year at the Ghana Entertainment Awards USA 2025, adding another milestone to her growing list of accolades. This marks her third consecutive win after taking home the award in both 2023 and 2024, solidifying her reputation as one of the most consistent and impactful Ghanaian […]

Asante Kotoko have confirmed that striker Albert Amoahâ??s injury is less severe than initially feared following the clubâ??s 2-0 victory over Bibiani GoldStars on Wednesday at the Baba Yara Stadium.The Ghanaian forward, who was stretchered off around the 70th minute after a heavy tackle, was suspected to have sustained an ankle sprain.However, medical assessments have revealed that the injury is minor. The club stated that Amoah will sit out two training sessions but is expected

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Ejisu CropLife Ghana, in partnership with Farm Wallet and with support from the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), has begun a national initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s rice value chain through improved input management, digital finance access and enhanced market linkages. The programme, themed ‘Enhancing the Competitiveness of […] The post CropLife,

The National Council of Elders of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced to all members that the Ad Hoc Committee constituted by the Council to oversee the conduct of the presidential campaigns has commenced its work. In a statement issued on Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Committee noted that it has begun monitoring comments, […]

Allegations of corruption are once again casting a dark shadow over Ghana’s Computerized School Placement System (CSSPS). This time, it’s coming from within the labor front. The General Secretary of the Construction and Building Materials Workers Union (CBMWU), Richard Asamoah, is calling out what he describes as a “bribery syndicate” operating within the placement system. […]

By Samuel SAM PureTrust Foundation LBG, a non-profit organisation dedicated to livelihood enhancement and community development, has empowered 29 young women in the Northern Region with smock-weaving machines and materials to promote skills training and economic inclusion. The support, extended to the Wuntira Weavers Association in Zujung community, forms part of efforts to provide disadvantaged […] The post PureTrust

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi TechnoServe, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and Agri-Impact Limited, has disbursed more than US$236,400 in grants to 104 micro-businesses under the Harnessing Agricultural Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) programme’s first cohort. The support package follows completion of a six-week intensive incubation and entrepreneurship training programme, equipping participants with financial […] The post Over

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) Task Force has stormed the Cape Three Points forest reserve. The task force arrested several galamsayers and also destroyed mining equipment and drugs. Earlier, they also arrested two Chinese nationals and intercepted Burkinabè workers in separate anti-galamsey operations in the Western North and Western Regions. On Wednesday, […]

More than 300 petrol tankers make it to Bamako under military escort a week after pumps run dry.