Black Stars of Ghana are gearing up for a make-or-break AFCON 2025 qualifier against Sudan with a final training session today. After a week of intense preparation, the team is ready to put everything on the line. With all 25 players available, head coach Otto Addo will lead the charge in the final practice session at the Accra Sports Stadium. The team is hungry for victory after a rocky start to their qualifying campaign, and they’re determined to make a statement against the Sudanese Falcons. Don’t miss the thrilling matchup on Thursday, October 10, at 16:00 GMT, followed by the...
We promised to issue the provisional voter’s register within 2 weeks – EC to NDC
The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has assured the National Democratic Congress (NDC) that the Provisional Voter’s Register (PVR) will be released within two weeks. This clarification comes after some confusion regarding the timeline, with the EC chairperson emphasising that the PVR could be issued in two weeks or sooner, rather than within a week as previously suggested. Dr Edward Omane Boamah, the NDC’s Director of Elections and IT reminded the EC of its commitment to provide the voter’s register to political parties. His remarks follow the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting held last Tuesday, during which the EC indicated...
2025 AFCONQ: Thomas Partey headlines injured quartet confirmed to miss Ghana-Sudan Game
Ghana will take on Sudan in a crucial double header on Thursday October 10 in Accra and Monday, October 14 in the away fixture but the Black Stars are set to miss to the crucial games without a handful of regulars. Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey, Los Angeles Galaxy’s Joseph Paintsil, Feyenoord’s Ibrahim Osman and Samsunspor defender Kingsley Schindler have been confirmed injured and will miss the ties. This development comes at a time several footballers deal with injuries in the early stages of the 2024-2025 season that will affect their appearance for their respective national teams. At the time of...
Amin Adam: Ghana’s growing economy drawing companies back to the market
Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has expressed confidence in the growing momentum of Ghana’s economy, asserting that it is now well-positioned to attract companies that previously exited due to the economic challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Highlighting the return of Virgin Atlantic Airlines to Ghana’s business landscape, Dr Amin Adam emphasised that this marks a strong signal of economic revival, with the country poised for sustained growth. Speaking at the second edition of the Quarterly Economic Roundtable, organised by the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with the Institute of Statistical, Social, and Economic Research (ISSER), on Monday, October 7,...
Demonstration against Chief Justice over delayed hearing of cases on anti-gay bill underway
Protesters have started gathering at the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange (circle) for the march against delayed hearing of cases on the anti-gay Bill by the Supreme Court. The protesters say the initiative is crucial to protect the innocence of future of Ghanaian children. here are two anti-LGBTQ+ cases currently before the Supreme Court but have not been scheduled for hearing. The Registrar of the Supreme Court, Justice Ellen Ofer-Ayeh, who is also a Justice of the High Court, has explained that delay in hearing the case has been caused by the parties to the suits who have failed to file the...
NDC is committed to a peaceful election – Mahama assures West African Elders Forum
Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Former President John Dramani Mahama has assured a delegation from the West African Elders Forum that the NDC is committed to peaceful elections on December 7. He called for a collaboration between the Electoral Commission (EC) and stakeholders to ensure that the processes leading up to the elections are fair. On Monday, October 7 Mr Mahgama received a delegation from the West African Elders Forum led by former President of Nigeria President Goodluck Jonathan. The visit was shortly after Mr Mahama arrived in Accra from his campaign tour of the Savannah region....
Police refute claim of forcing accused persons to reenact protest at 37 intersection
The Police have said they have taken notice of a statement allegedly issued by the lawyers of the accused persons standing trial for their conduct during the democracy hub demonstration, claiming that the Police forced their clients to re-enact the protest at the 37 Intersection. The Police stated that this allegation is untrue. Giving the facts of the matter, the police said that crime scene reconstruction, as part of an investigation, is a standard practice used by law enforcement agencies worldwide and is in full compliance with our established procedures. The Police said they have been using this practice since...
Galamsey practices endangering fertility rates in Ghana – Fertility Society of Ghana
Experts are sounding the alarm about the harmful effects of illegal mining, or “galamsey,” on fertility rates in Ghana, with both men and women being impacted. The issue is being linked to toxic chemicals like mercury and cyanide, which are commonly used in these mining practices. Dr. Rudolph Kantum Adageba, president of the Fertility Society of Ghana (FERSOG), explained that exposure to these substances can severely damage reproductive health. He highlighted the risks of infertility, DNA abnormalities, and other long-term health issues as a result of such exposure. Speaking at the 7th Annual General and Scientific Conference in Kumasi on...
Bawumia launches CitizenApp to enhance public services
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has launched the CitizenApp, a groundbreaking mobile application designed to improve public service delivery and citizen engagement in Accra. The CitizenApp aims to provide a one-stop platform for accessing various government services, reporting issues, and receiving real-time updates on public matters. It is designed to be a personalised platform for all Ghanaians to enhance access to various government services and provide citizens with important information in real time. The app is also expected to streamline interactions between citizens and government agencies, making processes more efficient and transparent. Dr Bawumia highlighted the app’s potential to streamline...
Electrified crowed mobbed Bawumia at 2024 Annual National Maulid.
The growing momentum of vice president and flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, in the Zongo community, was on display at Fadama, in Accra during the National Maulid, the annual celebration of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad by the National Chief Imam. Thousands of Muslims gathered from across the country and the event was expected to have Vice President Bawumia and also former President Mahama among a host of local and international dignitaries. Around 10:00pm, the MC for the event announced the expected arrival of certain dignitaries including the National Chief Imam, former President Mahama and Vice President...