Sub-Saharan Africa’s fragile economic recovery is coming under renewed strain, the International Monetary Fund has warned, citing escalating global tensions and tightening financial conditions that threaten to reverse recent gains. In its latest Regional Economic Outlook titled “Hard-Won Gains Under Pressure,” the IMF said the region entered 2026 on a relatively strong footing, following what it described as a […] The post Africa’s

The United States Ambassador to Ghana has called for stronger measures to protect athletes from human trafficking ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking at the National Forum on Trafficking Through Sports at the ISSER Conference Hall, Legon, on Thursday, April 16, 2026, the Ambassador said many young athletes are becoming targets for criminal networks through fake sports opportunities abroad.Representing the US Department of State, Rolf Olson said stricter monitoring of sports

Mobile Money Fintech LTD, has begun a quiet but firm clean-up of its mobile money agent network, tightening oversight, in a move the company says is necessary to protect customers and preserve trust in Ghana’s fast-growing digital payments space. In a statement issued and copied to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the company revealed that, […] The post Mobile Money

SuperSport, a subsidiary of MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, is proud to announce that Africaâ??s biggest sports broadcaster is bringing the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup 2026â?¢ live to English and Portuguese-speaking African countries.For the first time, the tournament will be available in full to DStv subscribers from DStv Access through to DStv Premium, including all 104 live matches, highlights and repeats, making the FIFA World Cup 2026â?¢ the most accessible World

Cashew farmers in Bono East Region are raising alarm over the lack of ready markets for their produce, warning that the situation is pushing many into financial hardship, as unsold cashew continues to pile up. The farmers, who rely heavily on cashew for their livelihoods say they are unable to secure buyers, leaving them stranded […] The post Cashew glut: Farmers cry for gov’t intervention appeared

The sudden increase in the price of sachet water, the “pure water” that millions of Ghanaians depend on daily, is not just another market fluctuation. It is a direct slap in the face of a clear directive from the Minister of Trade & Agribusiness. And Ghanaians must call it what it is: sabotage. Only weeks […] The post Sachet water price hike: Defying government is economic

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has successfully completed the Phase Two upgrade of the Lashibi Primary Substation ahead of its scheduled deadline.

For years, healthcare delivery in the Ashanti Region has revolved around a single, overstretched facility: the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH). As the country’s second-largest referral centre, it serves not only Ashanti region, but much of middle and northern Ghana, and even patients from neighbouring countries. The result is chronic congestion, delayed care and mounting pressure on […] The post Editorial:

The Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, Myriam Montrat, has cautioned football fans and prospective travellers that possessing a FIFA World Cup match ticket does not automatically guarantee entry into Canada.She made the remarks during the National Forum on Trafficking Through Sports, held on Thursday, 16 April 2026, at the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) Conference Hall, Legon.Addressing participants at the event, Ms. Montrat said Canada has introduced

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced that government is rolling out measures aimed at protecting athletes and supporters from trafficking and fraudulent schemes as preparations intensify for the FIFA World Cup 2026.Speaking at a national forum on trafficking through sports, organised by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Thursday, Adams warned that major international tournaments often create openings for exploitation if proper safeguards

The World Bank Group, in partnership with multilateral development banks, development finance institutions and key partners on Wednesday launched a global platform, dubbed: ‘Water Forward,’ to help improve water security for one billion people by 2030. The new platform aligns country reforms, financing, and partnerships to expand reliable water services and strengthen systems against droughts and floods while providing conditions for job […] The post World

The Government of Ghana has officially launched a national lifeguarding initiative aimed at tackling the growing menace of drowning, which continues to claim an estimated 1,400 lives annually across the country. Speaking at the launch at the Labadi Beach Hotel on April 14, 2026 the deputy Interior Minister, Okleteye Teye Larbi, described drowning as a […] The post Lifeguard initiative

Johnson Masase has found local fame, and self acceptance, through performances that play on people’s ignorance about his genetic condition and his 3-foot-4 inch frame.

Berekum Chelsea have announced that their late player, Dominic Frimpong, will be laid to rest on April 29, 2026, in his hometown of Assin Fosu.The 20-year-old winger, who was on loan from Aduana FC, tragically lost his life after sustaining gunshot wounds during a highway robbery attack last Sunday, an incident that has shocked the Ghana football community.In a statement, the club confirmed arrangements for the funeral, with family members, teammates, football officials and supporters

The Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of ongoing housing projects being undertaken by the TDC Ghana Ltd. in Tema. He noted that the developments reflected government’s commitment to expanding housing supply and reducing the national housing deficit. Mr Adjei made the remarks on Wednesday … The post Minister

THE Ministry of Food and Agriculture has entered into an agreement with private firm FarmMate for the production and processing of tomato for the Ghanaian market. Under the agreement, the ministry would provide the enabling environment and coordination whiles FarmMate leads implementation, production and value chain operations. FarmMate is expected to, in collaboration with individual … The post MoFA,

FIFA in collaboration with the Ghana Football Association’s Women’s Football Development Desk is set to enrol 30 female coaches into the Women’s Development Programme: Coach Education Scholarships for all Women CAF License C Coaching Course. The programme, which aligns with the GFA Women’s Football Strategy, has the objective of increasing the number of qualified female … The post 30

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The MTN FA Cup committee has announced officials for the semi-final matches of the competition, starting today with a crunch tie between Aduana FC and Nations FC. According to the committee, FIFA referee, Daniel Laryea, will lead the officiating team for this all important clash that is expected to attract fans from their respective regions … The post Refs Laryea, Hansen announced

Ghanaian sports journalists have been urged to take a lead role in tackling human trafficking in sport, particularly as athletes are increasingly being exploited with false promises of professional opportunities abroad.  The call was made at a media training session organised by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in Accra, where journalists were briefed by officials from anti-trafficking … The post Sports