After years of complaints over rising pay-TV costs, Ghanaian DSTV subscribers are set to enjoy significant relief. Beginning October 1, 2025, customers will receive up to 50% more channels at no extra cost, following a new agreement between MultiChoice and the Government of Ghana. Speaking at the press briefing, Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George stated that business owners like Kwame Owusu, who operates a football viewing center in Accra, the announcement is timely. “I can now show live football matches even on the Family package. This will attract more customers without increasing my costs,” he...
MultiChoice Unveils Major Value Boost for Ghanaian Subscribers
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation has announced a landmark agreement with MultiChoice Africa to ease the financial burden of pay-TV services on Ghanaian households. Following extensive stakeholder engagement, DSTV subscribers in Ghana will now enjoy between 33% and 50% more value on their subscriptions beginning October 1, 2025. At a press briefing, the Director of Innovations, Mr. Emmanuel Okori, alongside MultiChoice Africa CEO Fulu Badugela and National Communications Authority (NCA) Director General Edmond Pianku Yerenchi, confirmed the details. Under the new arrangement, each bouquet will be automatically upgraded to the next higher package at no extra cost....
Ghana Armed Forces Cautions Public as 2025 Recruitment Exercise Begins
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has announced that its 2023 enlistment and recruitment exercise will officially commence in the coming days across all 16 regional capitals. In a statement issued by the Department of Public Relations at the General Headquarters, Burma Camp, the GAF emphasized that the recruitment process will be conducted physically at designated centers and not online. The Armed Forces cautioned the public against fraudulent online advertisements and recruitment scams, noting that official information will only be published in the Daily Graphic, Ghanaian Times, and on the GAF’s official website: www.gafrecruitment.mil.gh. The release further warned against reliance on...
Ghana Water Limited Joins Forces with Security Agencies to Combat Illegal Connections
Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has unveiled plans to deepen its collaboration with security services and the judiciary in a bid to clamp down on illegal water connections and other practices that are draining the company’s revenue. The announcement was made at a high-level stakeholder meeting held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, where the Acting Managing Director of GWL, Adam Mutawakilu, identified commercial water losses as one of the utility’s most critical challenges. “Commercial water losses remain one of the most urgent issues confronting Ghana Water Limited today. These losses, caused by unlawful connections, meter bypassing, faulty billing, and...
Support Fund for August 6 crash victims’ children hits GH₵7.2m and $20k
The Children’s Support Fund, set up to provide long-term care for the children of those who died in the August 6 helicopter crash, has so far raised GH₵7,292,135 and US$20,000. The amount reflects fresh contributions received between September 12 and 24, 2025. An update from managers of the fund noted that both organisations and individuals have continued to donate. Among the corporate donors are Risk Management Ltd., Federated Commodities, Willbeck Consult, Sida Global Logistics & Engineering Ltd., the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Private donations have also come in, including from Accra Metropolitan Chief Executive,...
IMANI Calls for Probe After Forensic Report Uncovers Gold-for-Oil Scandal
A forensic risk assessment of Ghana’s much-touted Gold-for-Oil (G4O) initiative has uncovered massive financial leakages, entrenched fraud, and glaring governance lapses—triggering loud calls from IMANI Africa and allied oversight groups for swift prosecutions and recovery of stolen state funds. The multinational probe, which drew on records from the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST), and Customs, painted a disturbing picture of opacity, preferential treatment, and loopholes that bled the state of huge revenues. On the gold front, investigators discovered there were no binding contracts between the Bank of Ghana and the Precious Minerals Marketing Company...
Chinese Former Minister Sentenced to Death for Bribery
A former Chinese Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Tang Renjian, has been handed a death sentence with a two-year suspension after being found guilty of collecting colossal bribes. The verdict was delivered on Sunday by the Changchun Intermediate People’s Court in Jilin Province. Per the ruling, Tang has permanently lost his political rights, while all his personal assets have been confiscated. The court further directed that his ill-gotten wealth and accrued interests be paid into the State treasury. In China, such suspended death sentences are often converted into life imprisonment if the convict refrains from committing fresh crimes during...
Ousmane Dembélé wins 2025 BALLON D’OR
Paris St-Germain’s Ousmane Dembele won his first Ballon d’Or as the French treble winners came away with several of the key men’s awards at the Paris ceremony. The 28-year-old France forward scored 35 goals and made 14 assists in 53 matches for PSG last season as they won the Champions League, league title and the French Cup. He was the joint top scorer in Ligue 1, with 21 goals, and named the French top flight and Champions League player of the year. And he also helped PSG to the Club World Cup final where they lost to Chelsea in New...
Lordina Mahama Calls for Global Action to Protect Children at UN Assembly
Ghana’s First Lady, Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama, has made an impassioned appeal for global unity and decisive leadership to safeguard the welfare of children across the world. Speaking at a solemn annual prayer service for peace and children held during the 80th United Nations General Assembly, Mrs. Mahama urged world leaders to prioritise the protection and empowerment of children, especially in the face of growing global uncertainties. “Through prayer and decisive leadership, we can create a world where every child is protected and empowered to achieve their full potential,” she declared, drawing applause from attendees gathered at the interfaith event....
Ghana, Saudi Arabia Deepen Security Ties in High-Level Meeting
Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntak Mubarak, has held a high-level bilateral meeting with his Saudi counterpart, His Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, aimed at strengthening security cooperation between the two nations. The meeting, which took place today in Riyadh, was marked by a warm reception from the Saudi Minister, setting a cordial and constructive tone for the discussions. Hon. Mubarak expressed appreciation for the hospitality extended, noting that it reflected the spirit of friendship and mutual respect between Ghana and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in key areas of national...