The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will run from 19 June to 17 July 2027, following confirmation of the tournament window at a high-level meeting held ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Canada.The approval forms part of a broader endorsement of international football calendars across FIFAâ??s competitions, with officials setting key tournament dates for all confederations in the next cycle.The continental showpiece will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania,
FIFA has approved a key regulatory change allowing the Afghan Womenâ??s Refugee Team to take part in official FIFA competitions.The decision was taken by the FIFA Council following the teamâ??s creation and its debut at the FIFA Unites â?? Womenâ??s Series 2025. To make this possible, FIFA has amended its Governance Regulations to formally recognise the teamâ??s eligibility to compete.FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the move as an important step in expanding
The IFAB unanimously approves red card for players covering their mouths to conceal discriminatory behaviour.
An Australian mother has been sentenced to over four years in prison after faking her six-year-old son's cancer diagnosis, shaving his head, and using donations from deceived family and friends to fund a lavish lifestyle fuelled by gambling addiction.
FIFA has confirmed a series of major decisions covering tournament hosting, international calendars and future regulatory changes following its latest Council meeting.Armenia and Georgia have been appointed as joint hosts of the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2029, marking a significant moment for both nations on the global stage. FIFA also confirmed that the United States, with Miami as the host city, will stage the final phase of the 2027 FIFA Womenâ??s Champions Cup from January 27 to
The 2026/27 Access Bank Division One League will kick off on Friday September 18, 2026, the Ghana Football Association announced on Wednesday.The new campaign will commence over the weekend of September 18â??21, 2026, with opening fixtures scheduled across all three zones. The season is set to run until May 24, 2027, spanning a total of 30 match weekends.In line with the leagueâ??s structure, matches will be played exclusively on weekends, with no provision for official midweek
The maiden edition of the ‘World Cup Soccer Fiesta’ show, produced by MOFA Productions, will be aired on GTV Sports+ today. Subsequent editions would be aired on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 8:30pm. Mr Moses Foh-Amoaning, the Chief Executive of MOFA Productions, will be the host of the 15-part, 30 minutes sports documentary series that feature … The post ‘World Cup Soccer Fiesta’ airs today appeared
Members of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council (ExCo) will throng the funeral grounds of the late Dominic Frimpong, the footballer that lost his life in a gang robbery attack. They would be joined by officials from the Central Region Football Association (CRFA) and, and key stakeholders within the football fraternity and teammates. They … The post Late footballer Frimpong’s funeral
The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Mr Kofi Adams, has unveiled Hoshii International Limited as the gold partner for the 24th Africa Senior Athletics Championships to be hosted in Ghana at the University of Ghana Stadium on May 12-17. Under the partnership, the company will commit a substantial cash component for the championship, along with … The post Hoshii
Former Nigeria striker, Michael Eneramo, died last Friday after collapsing during a local friendly match in Ungwan Yelwa, Kaduna. He was 40. According to reports, Eneramo played the full first half of the match before collapsing approximately five minutes into the second half. He was rushed to hospital and pronounced dead on arrival. The Nigeria … The post Former Nigeria striker
FIFA has launched an investigation into the crisis engulfing the Kenyan Football Federation (FKF) after its National Executive Committee voted to suspend and replace its own president, Hussein Mohammed, alongside two senior officials. The NEC promptly appointed FKF Vice President, former Kenya and Internazionale midfielder, McDonald Mariga, the brother of ex-Tottenham Hotspur man, Victor Wanyama, … The post FIFA
Saudi Arabia’s wealth fund is on the verge of cutting funding for LIV Golf, according to the Financial Times, a blow that would potentially — if not certainly — put an end to the breakaway tour. Late Tuesday evening, a social media report put the golf world on notice that something was brewing about the … The post Future of LIV Golf in doubt as PIF threatens funding cut appeared
Koyo Kouoh, who died of cancer at 57, was just months into her dream job overseeing the Venice Biennale’s centerpiece exhibition. But she left a plan that her assistants have tried to realize.
The Nifahene of the Berekum Traditional Area, Nana Kusi Yeboah II, has raised concerns over alleged breaches of customer confidentiality by staff of some banks. According to him, the alleged disclosure of customers’ confidential banking information, including account balances, was discouraging many people from patronising formal financial services, particularly in rural communities where trust remained … The post Bank
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has introduced a strict new rule allowing referees to send off players who leave the field of play in protest at decisions.The amendment was approved unanimously at a special meeting in Vancouver following proposals from FIFA aimed at strengthening the authority of match officials.Under the new regulation, referees will have the discretion to issue a red card to any player who walks off the pitch in disagreement with a decision.
Docutech Ghana Limited has unveiled its latest A3 multifunction printer, the Lexmark CX950se, aimed at enhancing productivity and efficiency for large workgroups and enterprise environments. The launch forms part of Lexmark’s expanded 9-Series portfolio, which introduces a new range of A3 printers designed to offer versatility, simplicity and sustainability for modern business operations. The event, … The post Docutech
The Christian Council of Ghana has addressed the recent public tensions involving Mary Awusi, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Freezones Authority, and Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of the Church of Pentecost and the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council.
The mountain bongo is a rare antelope endemic to Kenyan highland forests, with less than 100 in the wild.
The Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has encouraged young women to rise above limitations and strive for excellence in their academic pursuits. “I urge you to believe in your potential and surpass expectations. I want you to become much, much better than I can ever be,” she said. The Vice President made the remarks … The post Vice President urges girls
The Minority in Parliament has mounted a fierce critique of government’s handling of the ongoing power crisis, insisting that accountability must extend to the highest levels of leadership, including the Minister for Energy and Green Transition. Addressing a news conference in Parliament yesterday, Deputy Ranking Member of the Energy Committee, Collins Adomako Mensah, rejected […] The post Jinapor
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