Cameroon will be without midfielder André-Frank Zambo Anguissa at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after Napoli confirmed he suffered a severe thigh injury while on international duty.The 29-year-old sustained a â??high-grade lesion to his left hamstring,â? according to a statement released by Napoli on Thursday. The injury is expected to sideline him for three to four months, ruling him out of the tournament that begins on December 21 in Morocco.Anguissa has been an influential

Government has saved over US$250 million after successfully renegotiating all Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with Independent Power Producers (IPPs), a move government says has restored financial stability to the country’s energy sector. According to the Finance Minister, the renegotiations—carried out entirely by a team of Ghanaian experts at no cost to the state—also restructured the […]

In a bid to reduce road fatalities and improve travel between Accra and Kumasi, the government has announced the construction of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway. The project, revealed by Finance and Economic Development Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson during the 2026 Fiscal Budget presentation, is part of the flagship Big Push Infrastructure Programme. Described as Ghana’s […] The post Government

The Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has outlined 8 Fiscal Policy Objectives for the financial year 2026. According to him, this is to enable government to deliver on its vision and macroeconomic objectives, and in line with Section 14 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921). “Government’s fiscal policy objectives for 2026 […]

The Finance, Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has stated that government will use the year 2026 to turn the prevailing economic stability into lasting progress. Dr Forson said this when he presented the 2026 budget statement and economic policy to Parliament on November 13. “Mr. Speaker, as we enter 2026, our foremost task is to […]

Nigeriaâ??s Super Eagles advanced to the final of the African Playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday after a commanding 4-1 victory over Gabon in extra time.The encounter, held at the Stade Prince Moulay Hassan in Rabat, saw Nigeria dominate the first half, creating several clear chances.Victor Osimhen came closest with a powerful header that was brilliantly saved by Gabon goalkeeper Loyce Mbabe.Gabon appealed for a penalty later in the half after a shirt-pulling incident

The Minister for Finance and Economic Planning, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has disclosed that government expenditure slowed to 3.7 percent, reflecting efforts to ensure prudent fiscal governance. Presenting the 2026 Fiscal Budget in Parliament yesterday, Dr. Forson noted that while government spending declined, household consumption rose, underscoring growing public confidence in the economy. “Right Honourable […] The post Government

Hearts of Oak forward Mawuli Wayo has assured supporters that players are determined to secure victory in their next Ghana Premier League match against Swedru All Blacks.The Phobians will travel to Swedru this weekend to honour their Week 10 fixture against All Blacks.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Mawuli Wayo indicated that Hearts of Oak have learned from the defeat to Asante Kotoko in their last outing and are now ready to return to winning ways in the game against Swedru

The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has presented the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy of government to Parliament. He used the opportunity to announce to the House that the COVID-19 levy has been abolished. He explained that this will ensure that business owners get some relief. The Finance Minister also touched on […]

The Minister for Finance and Economic Planning, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has told Parliament that Ghana’s economy has fully recovered from the severe challenges it faced in previous years. Presenting the Budget Statement and Economic Policy for the 2026 financial year, Dr. Forson said the recovery reflects renewed investor confidence, macroeconomic stability, and improved fiscal […] The post Ghana’s

The 29th GJA Awardees have expressed sympathy and solidarity with journalists who were involved in an accident while covering an official assignment on illegal mining activities with the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in the Ashanti Region. The accident occurred on November 6, when the journalists were returning with the EPA enforcement team from an anti-illegal […]

Yesterday, six of our young citizens who left home hoping to return as potential recruits into our noble Ghana Armed Forces lost their lives in a tragic stampede during a recruitment exercise—an incident that should shake the conscience of the nation. Videos circulating on social media show thousands of desperate applicants jostling for a chance […] The post Stampede

Hearts of Oak head coach Didi Dramani has indicated that his team has moved on from their defeat to Asante Kotoko last Sunday. The Phobians hosted the Porcupine Warriors last weekend in a Week 9 encounter of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.In the game played at Accra Sports Stadium, Hearts of Oak suffered a 1-0 defeat and missed out on all three points.Speaking in a pre-match interview ahead of his teamâ??s next league match against Swedru All Blacks, Didi Dramani stated

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has expressed deep sympathy on behalf of the national team following the tragic stampede at El-Wak Stadium in Accra that claimed six lives and left several others injured. Speaking ahead of Ghana’s Kirin Cup clash against Japan at the Toyota Stadium on Friday, Addo said the team’s thoughts and […]

Ivory Coast legend Solomon Kalou believes South Africa could emerge as one of the surprise packages at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.Bafana Bafana, who finished third in the last edition, have been drawn in Group B alongside seven-time champions Egypt, Angola, and Zimbabwe. Their opening match will be against Egypt on December 26, 2025.â??I think South Africa is coming back. They are doing very well. They have qualified for the World Cup; the Bafana Bafana are

Former Ghana coach Chris Hughton believes Otto Addo will use the upcoming international friendlies to strike the right balance within his squad as the Black Stars prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghana will face Japan on Friday and South Korea on Tuesday in two fixtures expected to test the team tactically and physically. Otto Addo has named an almost second-string squad for the matches, with key players such as Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus, Inaki Williams, and Thomas Partey all

Djibouti football reached a major milestone on Thursday with the launch of the FIFA Talent Academy in the capital, Djibouti City. The academy, part of FIFAâ??s Talent Development Scheme (TDS), aims to give young players genuine opportunities to progress while boosting the competitiveness of menâ??s and womenâ??s football globally.Djibouti becomes the second African country after Mauritania, and the 42nd worldwide, to benefit from the programme. FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghana defender Gideon Mensah has praised the competitive environment fostered within the Black Stars squad, saying it ensures that every player must earn their place for the 2026 FIFA World Cup."He said everybodyâ??s going to get their fair chance. We have very good players in Ghana, Africa, and Europe. Qualifying with the team doesnâ??t really guarantee you a spot at the World Cup. You have to prove that you can be there," Mensah explained.According to the Auxerre

Parliament has, through a head count, approved the nomination of Justice Paul Baffoe Bonnie as the Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana. Parliament approved him on Thursday, November 13. 163 members of the Majority were counted while the Minority recorded 69 members. “I urge the nominee to take all that has been happening, from […]

Ghana head coach Otto Addo has explained the reasons behind defender Mohammed Salisuâ??s late arrival to the Black Stars camp in Japan ahead of their upcoming friendlies against Japan and South Korea.Speaking on Thursday, Addo said the AS Monaco defender missed the initial part of the camp due to an injury sustained after his last match in France, which required treatment before joining the squad.â??Salisu had suffered an injury after his last match in France, so he was getting