With only eight days to the start of the FIFA 2026 soccer Mundial in the USA, Canada and Mexico, tonight’s edition of the World Cup Soccer Fiesta series will present the last in the linear history of the World Cup focusing on the 1986 tournament dominated by the brilliance of Diego Armando Maradona. Maradona’s status … The post World Cup Soccer Fiesta to discuss

It has been a successful and at times dramatic season for Antoine Semenyo. That will not let up this summer either with the Manchester City forward expected to be a key player for Ghana at the World Cup. That’s the view of Asamoah Gyan and few would disagree with the former Black Stars striker. “There … The post Asamoah Gyan: Ghana success will depend on Semenyo’s influence

At the base of Telecel’s telecommunications mast within Madina’s Social Welfare vicinity, a team of engineers in reflective vests facilitate the installation of new wireless technology to advance network speed in the catchment area. It marks the start of Telecel Ghana’s nationwide network infrastructure expansion programme aimed at improving service quality, increasing capacity and delivering … The post Telecel

An estimated $182 million strategic plan aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing electricity consumption in public institutions was launched in Accra on Friday. The Public Facilities Energy Sustainability Action Plan (PF-SEAP) is expected to enhance financial sustainability in the energy sector through improved revenue mobilisation, efficient energy management and the adoption of renewable energy … The post $182m

The world’s largest shipping group said one of its vessels was struck by two projectiles while in Iraq’s Umm Qasr port yesterday. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) said all crew members were safe and unharmed, adding that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps had claimed responsibility. The group described the incident as an unprovoked attack on a … The post Vessel struck

The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old driver, Bismark Kpormeno, for possession of a large quantity of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp. The arrest was made on Sunday, 31 May 2026 by officers of the Tema Highway Patrol Unit during an operation along the Tema-Ada road. According to police, the … The post Tema Police arrest driver, seize

Firefighters from the Peki Fire Station of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly to a fatal head-on collision involving a Mercedes-Benz container truck (WR 1553-C) travelling from Nkwanta to Accra and a Mercedes-Benz passenger bus (GR 3215-E) travelling from Battor to Kabiti in the Oti Region. The crash occurred at Peki-Tsame near Peki … The post Fatal Peki-Tsame road

The Bank of Ghana has dismissed claims that it is considering selling its new headquarters, describing a MyJoyOnline publication dated 1 June 2026 as “false and misleading”. In a statement, the central bank said it is “not considering, discussing, or planning the sale of its new headquarters.” “The facility, which was commissioned to support the … The post Bank

President John Dramani Mahama this morning held a breakfast meeting with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at No. 10 Downing Street as part of his official engagements in the United Kingdom. The closed-door talks focused on strengthening Ghana–UK relations, with both leaders committing to deepen economic cooperation, expand trade and investment opportunities, and advance … The post Mahama,

Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated GH¢200,000 to the Dagbon Development Fund, which is spearheading the redevelopment of the historic Gbewaa Palace in Yendi. The donation forms part of the bank’s broader commitment to strengthening ties with the Dagbon Traditional Area and supporting community-driven development initiatives within the kingdom. Presenting the cheque to the Overlord of … The post Gbewaa

A total of 228 young women have graduated from apprenticeship training in hand weaving and leatherwork, organised by the Ghana Association of Weavers and Leather Workers (GHAWAL), amid calls for increased support to help them establish sustainable businesses. The passing-out ceremony took place in Wa on Saturday, where government officials, labour leaders and industry stakeholders … The post 228

Ghana Black Queens have withdrawn from the upcoming three-nation women’s tournament scheduled to take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania during the June FIFA international window. The tournament was expected to feature hosts Tanzania, Ghana, and Malawi from June 1 to June 9 as part of preparations for upcoming international competitions. The Black Queens were … The post Ghana withdraws from 3-nation

Nations FC etched their name into Ghana football history on Sunday by beating Dreams FC 5-4 on penalties to win the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup at the University of Ghana Stadium. They drew 1-1 in regulation time, forcing the game to be decided from the spot. Joseph Effah put Nations FC ahead in the 31st … The post Relegated Nations FC win MTN FA Cup appeared first on Ghanaian

The second week matches of the Salpholda Hockey League ‘A’ served drama, dominance, and a flood of goals as men and women’s teams battled for early supremacy at the Theodosia Okoh Hockey Pitch. The action began on Friday with a tightly contested men’s encounter between Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Legon Knights. Coming off a … The post Salpholda Hockey League ‘A’:

Residents of the Hanseatic city rejected in a referendum on Sunday the proposal to submit a candidacy to the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) to host the 2036, 2040 or 2044 Games, with 54.9 per cent voting against and turnout at 49.5 per cent. The result removes Hamburg from Germany’s internal process just before the … The post Hamburg says no to Olympic bid appeared first on Ghanaian

Former England international James Milner has announced his retirement after a 24-year Premier League career. The versatile 40-year-old was out of contract after spending the past three seasons with Brighton. Milner played for six teams in England’s top flight and broke the record for most Premier League appearances in February. He started his career with … The post Record-holder Milner

Guillermo Ochoa hopes to play in a record sixth World Cup after being named in Mexico’s squad for this summer’s tournament. The 40-year-old goalkeeper has joined Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the first players to be selected for a sixth World Cup. Former Ballon d’Or rivals Messi and Ronaldo are set to feature prominently … The post Mexico select Ochoa for sixth World Cup appeared

Premier David Crisafulli turned the first sod at the Victoria Park construction site yesterday, officially taking the first step in building the much-disputed Olympic venue after the last of the protesters were removed. “It’s game on, we have a plan to deliver for the 2032 Games and beyond, and today, we get cracking on delivering … The post Work on Brisbane 2032 stadium begins appeared first

Barcelona and Spain have received a major boost ahead of the World Cup after national team manager Luis de la Fuente suggested that Lamine Yamal could be fit in time for the opening match of the tournament. The teenager’s fitness had been one of the biggest concerns surrounding Spain’s squad announcement following his recent injury … The post Yamal will be ready for the first match’

The Government has issued a travel advice, urging Ghanaians to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa until further notice. This followed what it described as increasing xenophobic attacks against African nationals in the country. The advisory, issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra on Sunday, said the attacks, allegedly perpetrated by groups presenting … The post Xenophobic