Carlos Queiroz has tipped Ghana to become a “country of champions” following his unveiling as coach of the Ghana national football team. Queiroz was officially presented to the public on Thursday, April 23, having been hired for the next four months until after the World Cup. The experienced coach, who has less than 50 days until the global showpiece, is tasked with stabilising the team after four successive defeats under his predecessor Otto Addo. Ghana have been drawn in Group L for the World Cup, where they will face England, Croatia and Panama. “In this moment, I have to put...
Ghana Summons South African Envoy Over Xenophobic Incidents
The Government of Ghana has summoned the Acting High Commissioner of South Africa in Accra, Mr. Thando Dalamba, following reports of xenophobic attacks and harassment of foreign nationals, including Ghanaians, in South Africa. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday, April 23, 2026, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, expressed deep concern over viral videos showing acts of intimidation against foreign residents. He cited a recent incident in KwaZulu-Natal Province where a Ghanaian national, a legal resident, was confronted and told to “fix his country” before being asked to leave South Africa....
Ghana Health Service Marks World Malaria Day with Renewed Elimination Agenda
The Ghana Health Service (GHS), through the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), has reaffirmed its commitment to ending malaria in Ghana, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges at a press briefing held in Accra to mark this year’s World Malaria Day. Speaking on behalf of the Director-General, the Director of Public Health, Dr. Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe, noted that sustained interventions have significantly reduced malaria cases and deaths nationwide. He cautioned, however, that malaria remains a major public health concern, particularly among children under five and pregnant women. Dr. Asiedu-Bekoe underscored the 2026 global theme, “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can....
President Mahama Reaffirms Inclusive Development Agenda
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to inclusive and balanced national development following a high-level engagement with the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs, led by Nene Sakite II. Addressing the delegation, the President outlined steady economic progress, citing improved macroeconomic stability, declining inflation, a strengthening currency, and Ghana’s ability to meet its debt obligations despite global shocks. He disclosed ongoing efforts to operationalize the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences (UEAS) at Bunso, alongside strategic investments in infrastructure, healthcare, and local governance. President Mahama highlighted the uncapping of the District Assembly Common Fund as a key policy...
Interior Minister Receives New Chinese Ambassador
The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mubarak, yesterday welcomed the newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Cong Song, during a courtesy call at his office in Accra. The visit reaffirmed the enduring commitment of the People’s Republic of China to deepening bilateral relations and strengthening strategic cooperation with Ghana. In their discussions, Ambassador Cong Song highlighted the critical role of the Ministry of the Interior in safeguarding peace, stability, and public order. He pledged the Embassy’s readiness to enhance diplomatic engagement and expand economic collaboration between the two nations. On law enforcement and regulatory compliance, the Ambassador stressed...
NSA Releases Postings for 18,416 Trained Teachers
The National Service Authority (NSA) has announced the release of postings for 18,416 trained teachers for the 2026/27 service year. In a statement issued from its headquarters in Accra on April 22, 2026, the Authority said all eligible trained teachers who graduated from accredited Colleges of Education can now access their postings through the NSA website. The service year officially begins on Monday, May 4, 2026, with regional validation exercises scheduled to run from April 22 to May 2, 2026. The Authority emphasized that participation in the National Service remains a legal requirement for teacher trainees under Ghanaian law. Director-General...
Minister of Health Engages Pfizer and Ernest Chemist Ghana on Pharmaceutical Growth
The Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has received a high-level delegation from Pfizer as part of discussions on the Accord program, a global initiative aimed at strengthening healthcare systems and expanding access to medicines. In a separate engagement, the Minister also met with the management team of Ernest Chemist Ghana Ltd, one of the country’s leading indigenous pharmaceutical companies. The meeting highlighted the company’s contributions to local drug manufacturing and its role in advancing Ghana’s self-reliance in healthcare. These strategic interactions underscore government’s commitment to positioning Ghana as a pharmaceutical hub in West Africa. The initiative aligns with...
Parliamentary Energy Committee Visits National Petroleum Authority
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Energy has continued its oversight responsibilities with a working visit to the National Petroleum Authority (NPA). Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, explained that the visit was aimed at familiarizing members with the Authority’s operations and exploring ways Parliament could provide the necessary support. He emphasized that the NPA’s mandate of regulating Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector is critical to safeguarding national energy security. Mr. Bedzrah noted that the Committee is particularly focused on assessing whether the country has adequate petroleum stock to meet demand. He cautioned that rising geopolitical tensions, including the ongoing...
Iran Captures Two Vessels In Strait of Hormuz After Ship Comes Under Fire
Iran has captured two foreign commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and moved them to its coast, in a further escalation that comes hours after United States President Donald Trump said he would extend a ceasefire with Tehran. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the vessels had violated maritime regulations and entered the strategic waterway without coordination, according to Iranian state media. The capture follows Wednesday’s incident, in which an Iranian gunboat fired on a container vessel near Oman, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) centre. The British maritime monitoring agency said the ship’s captain...
NPP’s ‘Yen Suro Ahunahuna Demo’ In Sunyani Comes Off Today
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is set to stage a demonstration in Sunyani today, Wednesday, April 22, to protest what it describes as the unwarranted arrest of some of its officials. The party’s National Organiser, Henry Nana Boakye, explained that the protest, dubbed the “Yɛn Suro Ahunahuna Demo,” is being organised by the Sunyani East Constituency. According to him, the demonstration is in response to what the party views as growing intimidation and a clampdown on free speech. “Following a series of what we consider unwarranted arrests, the party is organising this demonstration. We are not afraid of these actions...