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Annoh Dompreh urges govt to strengthen policies and regulations to ensure Ghana fully benefits from global carbon credit market 3News

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Ghana’s sanitation crisis has persisted for decades despite substantial public expenditure, numerous policy initiatives, and repeated nationwide clean-up campaigns. Across our cities and municipalities, public spaces remain littered with waste, drains are routinely choked with plastic, and government institutions often struggle to maintain basic environmental standards. The consequences are severe: perennial flooding, sanitation-related diseases, environmental degradation, and significant economic losses.These recurring challenges point to a fundamental truth. The issue is no longer simply one of financing; it is one of execution, discipline, coordination, and accountability.It is against this backdrop that Government should seriously consider assigning the Ghana Armed Forces a…

Canadian boy dies of rabies months after bat landed on his face An 11-year-old Canadian boy has died from rabies after being exposed to a bat while staying with his family at a cottage in Ontario, highlighting the deadly consequences of untreated rabies exposure. According to a case report published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, the incident occurred in 2024 when the boy woke to find a bat covering his nose and mouth. His father removed the animal and released it outdoors, while the family did not seek medical attention because the child had no visible bite marks and…

Illegal mining activities have taken over the construction site of the Agenda 111 hospital project at Adansi Asokwa in the Ashanti Region. The galamsey operations, taking place in open areas around the unfinished hospital wards and staff bungalow foundations, have led to extensive excavation of the land. Residents warn that the destruction could expose the facility to flooding and other environmental risks. The project, estimated to be about 90 per cent complete, began in 2021 under the Agenda 111 programme introduced by the administration of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to provide district hospitals in underserved areas. However, following…

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Olawale Ajimotokan  in Abuja  In a move signifying the country’s commitment to promoting integrity, fairness, and excellence in sports, the Federal Government has inaugurated the Technical Board of the Nigeria Anti-Doping Centre (NADC) headed by Bar. Rasheed Olanrewaju Kazeem and Mainasara Illo, as its Executive Secretary/CEO.  The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, at the ceremony, yesterday, described the event as a defining moment in Nigeria’s sporting history. He noted that the country has transited  from commitment to structure, from policy to action, and from internal management to a fully constituted, independent and law-backed institution. He said…

Restoring the Sacred Triad of Home, School, and Community to Save the Ghanaian ClassroomThe classroom has traditionally served as the crucible for shaping Ghana’s future leadership, grounding academic excellence in strong moral values. Today, however, that foundation is fracturing under a heavy wave of campus lawlessness, rioting, and violence. Recent crises—ranging from students physically assaulting their educators to the calculated destruction of public school infrastructure—demonstrate that indiscipline is no longer a minor behavioral hitch; it is a full-blown national crisis. If we fail to act immediately, we risk transforming our secondary schools from sanctuaries of learning into breeding grounds for…

Story audio is generated using AI What if the DA and the EFF merged?At first glance, this does sound absurd. The DA and the EFF represent opposite ends of South Africa’s political spectrum. One champions markets and private enterprise. The other calls for nationalisation and radical economic transformation. One appeals largely to liberal constitutionalism. The other thrives on socialist, Fanonian politics.Their policies are not similar. But they are both trying to solve the same problem. Strip away the rhetoric, and both parties define themselves against the ANC. Both argue that South Africa’s greatest obstacle is not democracy, capitalism or socialism…

Kenyan delegation with other IAEA officials during a high-level technical meetings held in Vienna between June 29 and June 30/NUPEA Kenya has taken another step towards developing nuclear energy after signing a new three-year cooperation framework with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This sets the stage for the next phase of preparations for the country’s first nuclear power plant. The Integrated Work Plan (IWP) for the 2026–28 cycle was concluded during high-level technical meetings in Vienna between June 29 and June 30. The framework aligns Kenya’s nuclear priorities with IAEA technical support as the country advances plans to develop civilian nuclear …

The Nigerian government’s failure to prioritise infrastructure development and to withdraw contentious charges and levies may have redirected air traffic demand to Ghana, OLUSEGUN KOIKI reports. For decades, Nigeria was West Africa’s undisputed aviation hub. With a population exceeding 200 million, a large diaspora, a strategic location, and one of Africa’s busiest travel markets, the country possessed virtually everything needed to dominate regional and intercontinental air transport. However, rather than strengthening its position, Nigeria is gradually watching a growing share of international passengers, airline investments, and transit traffic migrate towards its neighbouring West African country, Ghana. At the centre of…

Goncalo Ramos grabbed a 94th-minute winner after Cristiano Ronaldo had scored his first goal in a World Cup knockout stage as Portugal came from behind to beat Croatia and progress to the last 16.Second-half substitute Ramos rose above two Croatia defenders to head in from a superb Rafael Leao cross as a pulsating match looked to be heading for extra-time.Josko Gvardiol thought he had rescued Croatia when he bundled home in the 13th minute of stoppage time, but the video assistant referee intervened and the goal was ruled out for offside.Replays showed that Igor Matanovic got the slightest of touches…

The South African government has strongly rejected claims by Ghana that its national was killed during anti-immigration demonstrations on June 30, insisting that the victim was fatally shot a day earlier in what police believe was an extortion-related criminal attack in the Western Cape.The response follows a statement issued by Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday, in which it condemned what it described as the killing of a Ghanaian citizen during protests linked to xenophobic attacks in South Africa.Ghana said the death of Bashiru Isak, whom it identified as a 44-year-old Ghanaian national, was evidence of a “rising tide…

President Ruto and Donald Trump during the signing of a peace deal between DRC and Rwanda at the Donald J Trump United States Institute of Peace in Washington, DC. [PCS] Kenya’s eligibility for duty-free access to the United States (US) market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is set for renewed scrutiny, with President Donald Trump administration launching its annual review amid mounting concerns over human rights abuses and pervasive corruption by the President William Ruto administration. The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) on Tuesday formally initiated the 26th annual review of Sub-Saharan African countries’ eligibility for AGOA…

South African billionaire Johann Rupert has been quietly funding a land reform programme that has helped more than 24,000 South Africans secure legal ownership of their homes, turning thousands of long-time council tenants into property owners with assets they can sell, inherit, or use as collateral, according to a report by BillionairesAfrica. The programme, Khaya Lam—Zulu for “My Home”—was established in 2010 by the Free Market Foundation to help residents living in apartheid-era township housing convert municipal leasehold properties into freehold ownership. While South African law has long allowed these transfers, the legal costs involved have remained out…

NAIROBI – Kenya has one of the highest abortion rates in the world, yet US and religious pressure means the government is afraid of discussing the issue — a combination that causes thousands of maternal deaths, according to figures from the African Population and Health Research Centre (APHRC). Abortion is illegal in Kenya, but allowed whenever “the life or health of the mother is in danger” — a loophole wide enough for hundreds of private clinics to operate legally across the east African country. But it remains taboo for many in the religiously conservative society, and the government refuses to…

A group of high-performing Bolt driver-partners in Accra has been recognised for their dedication, professionalism, and contribution to the platform through a driver rewards initiative aimed at celebrating excellence and supporting driver welfare.The initiative rewarded 20 driver-partners who distinguished themselves through high ratings and completed rides. Among the top-performing winners were Davis Kobbson Afealetey, who received a television set, Emmanuel Yaokpuie, who took home an air conditioner, and Samuel Bissah, who was awarded a chest freezer.Bolt also recognised Stephen Gumala as its top Bolt Send courier and he also received a television set for his outstanding performance.In total, ten driver-partners…

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England are through to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final for the first time in eight years after an impressive 40-run victory over South Africa at The Oval. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt marked her return from injury by top-scoring with 75 from just 47 deliveries and put on a 133-run fourth-wicket stand with Heather Knight (58), as England rallied from 23-3 to post 169-5 after losing the toss and batting first.South Africa saw wickets fall regularly after skipper Laura Wolvaardt was brilliantly caught by Sophie Ecclestone off Linsey Smith to end a 43-run opening stand, with England’s economic bowling and…

Nairobi International Financial Centre CEO Daniel Mainda / HANDOUTKenya is looking at $200 million (Sh25.8 billion) in fresh investments after the Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC) certified 15 new firms bringing the total to 16.This, as it reinforces the country’s ambition to become Africa’s leading financial hub with additional firms expected by mid July.The newly certified firms operate across digital finance, artificial intelligence, climate and carbon markets, investment management, healthcare, fintech and capital markets innovation.Their investments are expected to create more than 1,000 direct and indirect jobs, signalling growing investor confidence in Kenya’s business and regulatory environment.The firms include Bupa Global …

CEO of Verto, Ola Oyetayo Only 561 Nigerian companies currently hold the globally recognised business identity required to participate effectively in international trade, highlighting the structural barriers preventing thousands of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from accessing global markets. This was revealed by the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Verto, Ola Oyetayo, in an interview with The Guardian. Oyetayo said the low number was not due to a lack of ambition among Nigerian businesses but reflected an “access gap” created by compliance requirements that were not designed for African enterprises. “That number is a stark wake-up call, but it…

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa Ghana and South Africa have given clashing accounts of the killing of a Ghanaian man in Cape Town this week, disagreeing over his name, where he died and why. Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Ministry said on July 1 that a Ghanaian aged 40, named Bashiru Isak, was shot dead in the Khayelitsha area of Cape Town on June 30 during demonstrations against foreign nationals. It condemned the killing as xenophobic and demanded that South Africa arrest and prosecute those responsible. The South African Police Service (SAPS) rejected that version on Thursday. Provincial police in the Western Cape said…

Captain Sciver-Brunt stars as England storm into the final with a 40-run win over South Africa. (ANI Photo) England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt produced a remarkable comeback innings after recovering from injury to steer her side into the Women’s T20 World Cup final with a commanding 40-run victory over South Africa in the semifinal at The Oval on Thursday.The victory sets up a blockbuster title clash against unbeaten Australia at a sold-out Lord’s on Sunday, marking the first Women’s T20 World Cup final since 2010 to feature two unbeaten teams.England posted 169/5 before restricting South Africa to 129/8 in front of…

EMPHRAIM WAINAINA I believe Mt Kenya is unlikely to automatically support a presidential ticket that does not include one of its own as either the presidential candidate or the running mate. However, I do not see this as an absolute position. The region could still back such a ticket, depending on the coalition’s line-up, the political bargain on offer and endorsements from influential leaders.Mt Kenya has become more strategic than sentimental in its voting patterns. Voters want to know where their interests fit into the next administration, who will defend them, and what benefits they stand to gain. That is why…

Portugal booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after staging a dramatic comeback to defeat Croatia 2-1 in Toronto, setting up a blockbuster clash against Spain. Cristiano Ronaldo was once again at the heart of the action as Roberto Martínez’s side recovered from a second-half deficit to secure a hard-fought victory over a resilient Croatian team. Portugal started the match on the front foot and nearly took the lead within four minutes, but Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livaković produced a brilliant save to deny Bruno Fernandes at the end of a swift counterattack. The Portuguese continued…

A fresh diplomatic spat has erupted between Ghana and South Africa in connection with the killing of a migrant in Cape Town’s Khayelitsha township earlier this week.The South African government on Thursday said the death was not linked to the anti-immigrant protests held in the country earlier this week.The statement came after Ghana’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday said its national Bashiru Isak, 40, was shot and killed during the demonstrations.Ghana said it had formally registered its protest to Pretoria.In its statement, Accra also condemned what it said was the “rising tide of xenophobia targeting African nationals, including Ghanaians, in South…

The Netherlands are under pressure for a win when they square off against Sweden in their second match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the NRG Stadium on Saturday evening.  Despite having the lead twice in the match, Netherlands were held in a 2-2 draw by Japan in their opening Group F encounter. Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville were both on target as they settled for a frustrating point.  Their opponents Sweden got off to a flying start, running riot in a 5-1 demolition of African side Tunisia. Brighton’s Yasin Ayari’s brace inspired the victory and granted them…

Lawyer Sambian will contest for the position of the North East Regional Chairman of the NPP The North East Regional Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Lawyer Sulley Sambian, has disclosed that he is tried, tested and battle-ready to assume the position of Regional Chairman.He indicated that over the years, he has groomed himself well and has what it takes to ensure the party, in the home region of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP flagbearer, continues to widen its dominance over the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).In a brief interaction with the media in Tamale, the private legal practitioner…

A fresh diplomatic spat has erupted between Ghana and South Africa in connection with the killing of a migrant in Cape Town’s Khayelitsha township earlier this week.    The South African government on Thursday said the death was not linked to the anti-immigrant protests held in the country earlier this week. The statement came after Ghana’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday said its national Bashiru Isak, 40, was shot and killed during the demonstrations. Ghana said it had formally registered its protest to Pretoria. In its statement, Accra also condemned what it said was the “rising tide of xenophobia targeting African nationals,…

Stellantis, the five-year-old automotive group that brings together 14 of the world’s oldest and most recognisable vehicle brands, is growing its South African business at around two-and-a-half times the pace of the overall new vehicle market.Managing director Michael Whitfield acknowledged that the company is growing from a relatively small base, but said the momentum has been consistent year after year. Much of that growth has been driven by Citroën’s passenger vehicle range, with sales up by more than 45% compared with 2025, while Peugeot’s Pro One commercial vehicle line-up has already more than doubled last year’s sales.Whitfield was speaking during…

Ghana Black Stars captain, Jordan Ayew spoke with clear determination during the pre-match press conference as the Black Stars prepare for their World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia. The captain commended the team’s momentum throughout the tournament and believes the knockout stage is an opportunity to demonstrate their full potential. He emphasised the team’s collective focus on delivering a strong performance in Kansas City. The camp atmosphere remains positive, with everyone united in their task. Ayew highlighted the need to treat this game as a unique opportunity rather than dwelling on past results. This mindset reflects the growing…

The Supreme Court has dismissed all four suits challenging the removal of Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Torkonoo from office as Chief Justice.The court delivered its rulings earlier this morning, ending the legal challenge at the domestic level.This follows last week’s judgement by the ECOWAS Court, which also rejected applications seeking to overturn Justice Torkonoo’s removal.Each of the four cases filed at the Supreme Court argued against the processes that led to Justice Torkonoo’s exit. The court, however, found no legal basis to grant relief and dismissed each application in its entirety.In a brief statement by the Deputy Attorney-General Jusrice Srem-Sai…

Just over 30 years ago, Nelson Mandela expressed his sadness and anger at the rising hatred of foreigners in South Africa. “We had a legacy of unity and solidarity here,” the president told an African National Congress rally. “We are not victims to the influx of foreign people.”Since then, xenophobic violence has periodically erupted. In 2008, anti-migrant attacks killed at least 62 people. Now a new wave is sweeping the country. Thousands marched in the streets on Tuesday – the arbitrary “deadline” that campaign groups had set for migrants to leave the country. More than 25,000 people did so in the…

Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara needed comforting by team-mates after giving away the extra-time penalty which saw Senegal knocked out of the World CupIn the city famous for giving us rock legends Nirvana, Senegal contrived a way to slip from a blissful state back into football hell in Seattle.And VAR is the devil laughing on their shoulder.The parallels between the Teranga Lions’ last-gasp World Cup exit and January’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) final, in which they were also infuriated by a controversial late penalty awarded following the intervention of the video assistant referee, are mind-blowingly similar.This time, thankfully, no one walked off…

More than three decades after the end of apartheid, it is alarming that South Africa’s lawmakers continue to frame national debates through the racial lenses inherited from that era. The latest controversy surrounding the employment of foreign academics at universities amid countrywide protests over xenophobia reveals just how deeply those divisions remain embedded in our political discourse. Speaking about staffing patterns at the University of Cape Town, Tebogo Letsie, chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training, expressed concern that 39.7% of professors are white, 39.3% are foreign nationals, while African, Indian and coloured professors account for only 22.6% combined.“These…

Absa Bank Kenya has appointed Ms. Diana Mwaniki as the acting Chief Finance Officer(CFO). She assumes this role at Absa Bank Kenya after serving as the lender’s Head of Financial Decision Support since joining the institution in September 2022. Mwaniki will lead the Absa Bank Kenya’s finance function, providing strategic financial leadership and oversight. Absa Bank Kenya has made several changes to its executive suite In her new capacity as CFO, she will oversee the lender’s finance function and provide strategic financial leadership as the bank pursues its growth and sustainability agenda. Mwaniki’s appointment to the C-suite follows the elevation…

The Ghana Police Service has arrested 24 suspects during an intelligence-led operation targeting drug-related and other criminal activities in parts of the Ashanti Region.The operation, carried out by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Special Operations Team in collaboration with the Ashanti Regional Police Command, covered Kodie, Apagya, Dechemso, Old Tafo Ahenbronum, Ahodwo and Abofour.According to a police statement issued on Thursday, July 2, the operation formed part of ongoing efforts to clamp down on criminal activities in the region and improve public safety.The Police said the operation specifically targeted suspected drug peddlers and other criminal elements operating within the affected…

Nigerian and Chinese business leaders have pledged to deepen bilateral trade and investment relations through expanded collaboration in exports, frontier artificial intelligence, healthcare, energy infrastructure, agriculture and industrialisation following the Nigeria-China Investment Summit 2026 held in Lagos. The summit, organised by the Nigeria-China Investment Club under the theme, ‘Building Strategic Partnerships for Investment, Industrialisation, Job Creation, and Sustainable Economic Growth Between Nigeria and China,’ brought together government-backed Chinese investment organisations and Nigerian private sector stakeholders to explore new investment opportunities. Speaking at the summit, President of the Nigeria-China Investment Club, Dr Chidi Uleli, said the partnership between the NCIC and…

The 30 June protests caused a major economic impact, the  the Road Freight Association and the KZN Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli said on Thursday.Gavin Kelly, CEO of the Road Freight Association (RFA) said the fear of a repetition of the July 2021 fiasco was foremost in the minds of most businesses – especially the road freight logistics sector who were worried about staff, drivers, trucks, warehouses and stock.Kelly added that during the day, protestors showed that South Africans can voice (display) their unhappiness with circumstances without resorting to violence, property destruction, personal attacks or senseless acts of brutality. “However, in several places…

The USA will be chasing a vital victory to establish dominance in Group D when they take on Australia on Friday night in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Matchday 2 clash at the Seattle Stadium. The last time these two sides took the pitch on Matchday 1, they experienced immense success. The USA opened their campaign controlling proceedings against Paraguay and took a deserved lead through Folarin Balogun, holding on tightly to secure an emphatic 4-1 win and take early charge of the standings. ALSO READ: USA vs Paraguay prediction: World Cup 2026 preview, team news, key stats & h2h…

Black Stars Head Coach Carlos Queiroz says Ghana is committed to securing victory when they face Colombia in Friday’s FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash at Kansas City Stadium. Speaking at the official pre-match press conference on Thursday, Queiroz described the knockout tie as an important game for both teams and promised fans an entertaining contest between two fantastic teams with different styles. “With both teams committed to winning the game, creating entertainment, and for sure, both teams trying to bring the best results home,” Queiroz said. “I hope with the right inspiration and the right attitude, we’ll be…

Five Ghanaian small businesses have secured GH¢30,000 each in funding under MTN Ghana’s SME Business Pitch Competition, as the telecommunications company intensified efforts to strengthen entrepreneurship through financing, digital innovation and business development support. The winners, Tahir Field Recycling, Edible Treats, Dyluri Beauty, Manehlla Foods and Tropical Snacks—emerged from a competitive pitching session involving 10 finalists selected from hundreds of applications received nationwide during activities marking this year’s World MSME Day in Accra. Beyond the cash awards, the winning entrepreneurs will participate in MTN Ghana’s 13-week Mini MBA programme, delivered in partnership with NOVA Business School, while also gaining access…

…targets record medal haul as 72 athletes depart for Glasgow …says integrity, discipline more valuable than medals President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday charged Nigeria’s contingent to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, to compete with courage, discipline, integrity and patriotism, urging them to make the country proud through fair competition and clean victories. The President also set an ambitious target for Team Nigeria, expressing confidence that the 72-member contingent would surpass the country’s best-ever performance at the Commonwealth Games while projecting Nigeria’s values on the global stage. Tinubu gave the charge through his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila,…

The World Cup is getting interesting.The tournament is now well into the knockout stages, the path to the final is known, and the excitement is building over which two countries will compete for the biggest prize in world football at the New York New Jersey Stadium on 19 July.But for a small group of players, there is an additional incentive to do well.As of 2 July, 14 of the players still active at the World Cup are technically unemployed. Once the tournament is over, they don’t have a club to go to.There are some quite famous names among them, although…

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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 2 – As Colombia prepare for a win-or-go-home World Cup clash with Ghana on Friday, coach Nestor Lorenzo said one constant remains unchanged: the advice from his 89-year-old mother.Lorenzo joked that she repeats the same guidance before every major challenge, much as he does with his players, who know exactly which details he will focus on after every match.”The advice from a mother is always the same. Mothers never get tired of repeating it,” he told reporters on Thursday, when asked about a previous occasion on which he revealed she had told him not to pick…

Sergio Enrique Alvarado Montalvo, 45, with his family at a watch party in Dallas, TexasWhen Sergio Enrique Alvarado Montalvo paid $1,700 (£1,300) on StubHub to surprise his father with World Cup tickets, he envisioned an unforgettable Father’s Day watching Lionel Messi play.Instead, after flying his parents from Mexico to Dallas for the Argentina v Austria match, and spending nearly $6,000 (£4,600) on travel and hotels, the family was left stranded outside the stadium gates.Just one day before they were set to travel to Dallas, StubHub abruptly notified Montalvo that the seller could not deliver the tickets, refusing to provide comparable…

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By Yussif Ibrahim, GNA Kumasi, July 1, GNA – The Yagbonwura, Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale I, the Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom, has called on traditional authorities nationwide to demonstrate the relevance of the chieftaincy institution, by leading efforts to improve the living conditions of their people.   He said although debates persisted over the role of chieftaincy in contemporary governance, chiefs remained the pillars around which many communities developed and therefore had a responsibility to spearhead initiatives that promoted the welfare of their subjects.   The Yagbonwura made the call when he paid a historic courtesy visit to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, at the Manhyia Palace, as part of activities marking the fifth Awukudae Festival of 2026.   Leading a high-powered delegation…