The African Wom­en Leaders Network (AWLN) Ghana Chapter, has expressed worry about the devastating impact of illegal mining (galamsey) and called for its immediate end, describing it as a menace the country has “no reason to continue.” The network emphasised that the practice had caused exten­sive environmental destruction, ruined livelihoods, and led to needless loss … The post AWLN

 In a jaw-dropping courtroom twist, 38-year-old Priscilla Koduah — infamously known as Maame Kraa — has been remanded into police custody by the Atasomanso Circuit Court for allegedly masterminding a high-stakes fraud that cost a Senior High School headmistress a staggering GH¢560,000. Koduah, a former Newmont Ghana Gold Limited staffer turned unemployed schemer, is accused … The post Priscilla

The French national is accused of working "on behalf of the French intelligence service" in Mali.

Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has paid his respect to Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Bioamah, who was among the victims of the helicopter crash. Kwakye Ogosu thanked Dr Omane Boamah for the impact he had on his life. In a Facebook post ahead of the final state funeral for the victims, he […]

MTN Ghana has signed a $2million agreement with the Gha­na Football Association (GFA) to become the headline sponsor of four national teams from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2027. The sponsorship will cover the Black Stars, Black Queens, Black Satellites, and Black Starlets for the next two years. Speaking at the signing ceremony held … The post  GFA, MTN Ghana sign $2m deal for 4 national

The state funeral for the victims of the helicopter will be held today, Friday, August 15, in Accra. The government announced detailed plans for the state funeral . Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, August 14, Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Operations, Stan Dogbey, said the ceremony will be primarily a military […]

Helen Alormenu scored a quick brace and compatriot Constance Agyemang also found the back of the net on Thursday night as Texas State University clobbered Our Lady of the Lake University 9-1 away on the opening day of NCAA Soccer.The former Ghana U20 star snatched the go-ahead goal on four minutes for the Bobcats.Her second goal in the 20th minute was an olimpico which got all off their seats.Just before the half-hour mark, Agyemang- a new signing- scored for Texas State to make

The nation will pause on Friday, August 15 as the state bestows formal military honours on eight Ghanaians who died in last week’s Ghana Air Force helicopter crash in the Adansi area of Ashanti Region. The ceremony, scheduled for Black Star (Independence) Square from 8 a.m., follows Islamic burials already performed for two of the […] The post Gallant men go home today appeared first on The

By Kizito CUDJOE Commissioner-General-Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Anthony Kwasi Sarpong has reaffirmed the tax agency’s readiness to roll out the Fiscal Electronic Device Act, 2018 (Act 966), as part of broader reforms to the Value Added Tax (VAT) regime. The law, which came into force on May 4, 2018, mandates the use of approved Fiscal […] The post GRA keen

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE Government has allocated GH¢100million this year to strengthen the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) and safeguard the country’s food reserves against potential emergencies. The allocation, contained in the Food and Agriculture Ministry Medium-Term Expenditure Framework 2025-2028, indicates the amount will be used to strengthen the country’s food buffers to improve food […] The post GH¢100m

Absa Bank has hosted the 2025 edition of its flagship Inspire Me Conference in Lusaka, Zambia. The annual pan-African gathering brought together women entrepreneurs, business leaders, policymakers and strategic partners to share their journeys, build networks and support the growth of women-led enterprises. Held under the theme “Elevating HerStory – United for Purpose”, the 2025 […] The post Absa

A Rhode Island man accused of faking his death and fleeing the United States to evade rape charges was found guilty Wednesday of sexually assaulting a former girlfriend in his first of two Utah trials. A jury in Salt Lake County found Nicholas Rossi guilty of a 2008 rape after a three-day trial in which his accuser and her […] The post Man accused of faking

A row has broken out between two German states, Bavaria and Thuringia, as to who can lay claim to inventing the Bratwurst sausage. Until now, the “Wurstkuchl” tavern in Bavaria has claimed to be “the oldest Bratwurst stand in the world.” Die Wurstkuchl is situated on the Stone Bridge in Regensburg on the Danube River. […] The post German states debate who invented sausages

The European Union is sending two planes to help Spain tackle raging wildfires, after the country activated an EU disaster assistance mechanism for the first time. Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska told local media he had requested two water bomber aircraft from the EU to be deployed to the worst-affected areas. The help comes as […] The post EU sending wildfire help to Spain

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement that he would meet with his United States counterpart in Alaska to discuss a settlement in Ukraine triggered a diplomatic flurry between Ukraine and its European allies – all of whom have been left out of the discussion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Putin is not earnest about peace as the Russian […] The post Russia

Clean Up, Burn Calories Hate going to the gym? You can burn calories when you do chores around the house or in the yard. Non-exercise activity thermogenesis, or NEAT, includes energy you burn doing anything except sleeping, eating, or exercise. House or yard work can boost your metabolism and help manage your weight. Vacuum Carpets and Floors Pushing your […] The post Household Chores That

I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life.” – 1 John 5:13 Introduction Last week, we began exploring the heart of John’s letters—written to strengthen believers in the truth and help them stand against error. In a dark […] The post The Letters Of John – Final Part appeared first on The

Otumfu Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, Asanteman, Nananom damirifa due.  Due – due ne amanehunu, Y?n nyinaa y?n Nana, Asantehemaa Nana Amma Konadu Yiadom III k? akuraa, Nana da yie. Shocking! Tragic! Horrible! Devastating! Catastrophic! Disastrous! Harrowing! Heart-breaking! Cataclysmic! Hamlet would reply: “Words; words, words” to Polonius’s is query – “What do you read; my Lord?” […] The post Feature: A

One question all Ghanaians must be asking today is, why is God allowing calamities, disasters and tragic deaths to befall this country? Every end of year, some prophets will read out a long list of disasters to be encountered in the coming year. But nothing on peace and progress. Has Ghana committed an eternal sin? […] The post Feature: Ghana Needs Deliverance appeared first on The

Following a sixth-placed league finish and two deep runs in cup competitions, Aston Villa will look to build on another good season when competitive action returns this weekend. Unai Emery may have cursed missing out on an immediate return to UEFA’s top competition, following defeat to Manchester United on the Premier League’s final day, but Villa […] The post Aston Villa, Isak-less