Ghana’s Deputy Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Justice Edem Srem‑Sai, has clarified that legal vacations do not amount to a shutdown of the courts, stressing that the Chief Justice retains authority to issue warrants for judges to sit during vacation periods. In a Facebook post, Dr. Srem‑Sai cited Order 79 of the High Court...
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Somali Referee Omar Artan Set to Make History at UEFA Super Cup
Somali referee Omar Artan will tomorrow night become the first non‑European referee to officiate the UEFA Super Cup, marking a historic breakthrough for African officiating on the continental stage. Artan, Africa’s reigning Referee of the Year, will take charge of the clash between Paris Saint‑Germain and Aston Villa. His appointment comes just weeks after he...
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Hearts of Oak Withdraws from GHALCA Top‑4 Tournament
Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club PLC has officially announced its withdrawal from the 2026 GHALCA Top‑4 Tournament, citing scheduling conflicts and proximity to the upcoming Ghana Premier League season. In a statement dated August 11, 2026, the club explained that the tournament’s dates clashed with pre‑agreed programs and preparations for the new league campaign....
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African House’ a Brilliant Idea to Tell the Pan‑African Story — Hon. Gomashie
The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has described the proposed Pan‑African House under the African Monologue Challenge (AMC) as a “brilliant idea” for Africans to take ownership of their narrative and showcase the continent’s rich cultural identity to the world. The initiative will bring together 12 finalists from 12...
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Ghana, Burkina Faso Sign Defence Cooperation Agreement
Ghana and Burkina Faso have signed a landmark Defence Cooperation Agreement aimed at securing vital cross‑border trade corridors, safeguarding economic activity, and deepening defence collaboration between the two neighbouring countries. The agreement was signed by Ghana’s acting Minister for Defence, Cassiel Ato Forson, and Burkina Faso’s Defence Minister, Major General Célestin Simporé, during a bilateral...
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Vice President Engages Kayayei Association, Calls for Holistic Interventions
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku‑Agyemang has received a delegation from the Kayayei Association, led by the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, to discuss the challenges facing head porters and explore interventions to improve their livelihoods. The engagement built on previous conversations that have deepened understanding of the experiences...
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Ghana, Korea Deepen Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Partnership
Ghana and the Republic of Korea are strengthening cooperation in tourism, culture, and the creative arts through a five‑year partnership valued at approximately US$4.5 million. Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, expressed appreciation for Korea’s financial and technical support, highlighting recent professional training for Ghanaian heritage site managers as a...
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Tourism Minister Welcomes Invitation to Teshie Homowo Festival
The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has welcomed an invitation to participate in selected activities of this year’s Teshie Homowo Festival, reaffirming government’s commitment to promoting Ghana’s festivals and cultural heritage. The Minister expressed her willingness to join the celebrations, subject to her official schedule, and encouraged organisers to...
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Pakistan Envoy Calls on Speaker Bagbin, Strengthens Parliamentary Cooperation
The High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Ghana, H.E. Naheeb Durrani, has paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to deepen the longstanding friendship between the two nations. Discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in key sectors, including culture, food security, and health. The High...
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GoldBod CEO Highlights ASM Gold’s Impact on Ghana’s Economy
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, Esq, has underscored the transformative role of artisanal and small‑scale mining (ASM) in stabilizing Ghana’s economy and strengthening the local currency. Speaking on the Board’s performance, Mr. Gyamfi revealed that ASM gold alone generated over US$10.8 billion in foreign exchange earnings, enabling the...