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Both England and Ghana will look to build upon their opening World Cup wins when they meet at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday.Ghana left it late to overcome Panama in their first Group L match, Caleb Yirenkyi netting a 95th-minute winner to seal a 1-0 victory in Toronto.Thomas Tuchel’s England prevailed 4-2 in a rollercoaster encounter with Croatia. The Three Lions twice gave away their lead after captain Harry Kane netted a first-half brace, but they turned up the heat after halftime. Jude Bellingham and substitute Marcus Rashford got the goals, and the eventual margin flattered their opponents.The Sporting News brings…

England midfielder Jude Bellingham insisted their goalless draw with Ghana on Tuesday could prove valuable preparation for the challenges that lie ahead in the World Cup.Despite dominating possession and creating plenty of chances at the Boston Stadium, England were unable to break down a disciplined Ghana side who defended resolutely and threatened dangerously on the break.England controlled 78.8 per cent of the ball and registered 19 shots at goal, but Thomas Tuchel’s side lacked the cutting edge that inspired their thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia in their Group L opener.Yet for Bellingham, the stalemate highlighted the importance of adapting to…

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England’s difficult second game afflicted them for a fourth successive tournament as Ghana frustrated Thomas Tuchel’s side to a 0-0 draw in Boston to leave their hopes of topping Group L in the balance.Just as in their second group fixture against Scotland in 2021, the USA in 2022 and Denmark in 2024, England struggled to impose themselves on the game, albeit against an opponent by far the most defensive of the four – and one more than happy to frustrate and earn a point which all-but secures their own progression to the last 32. England, with four points secured from…

Former National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Afoko, has strongly denied any involvement in the death of the party’s late Upper East Regional Chairman, Adams Mahama, and called for greater unity within the party ahead of its upcoming National Delegates Conference.Speaking at a consultative meeting with party members in Bolgatanga as part of his nationwide stakeholder engagement tour on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Mr. Afoko said neither he nor any member of his family had any role in the circumstances that led to the death of the late regional chairman.“Our late Regional Chairman, Adams, I can stand…

The match between England and Ghana, played at Boston Stadium, ended 0 – 0, with very few shots on target from the Three Lions.England remain at the top of Group L, but will now have to wait until their game against Panama to ensure qualification for the World Cup knockout phase.

Thomas Tuchel has rejected any suggestions he was frustrated with England’s 0-0 draw against Ghana and warned a similarly tough assignment is to come against Panama.England started the World Cup with a superb 4-2 triumph over Croatia last Wednesday in Texas, but were brought back down to earth in Boston by a dogged Ghana outfit on Tuesday (Wednesday NZT).The Black Stars defended impressively and England were only able to create a flurry of chances late on as Nico O’Reilly headed against the crossbar and Harry Kane blazed over from close range.”No, not frustrated. I saw it coming. I knew it…

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After the high: the comedown. You could probably have seen this coming. If only that rush after half-time in Dallas, where England surged with such alluring creative energy, hadn’t been quite so much of a buzz.It turns out, however, that this is still an England tournament team. Nothing comes easily. The world will not bend to you. We can’t have nice things. Or only some nice things sometimes. By the end watching England struggle in Boston against a gristly and indigestible Ghana was like having your will, hope, sense of fun slowly sucked out of your body through a surgical…

Prof. Baffour Agyemang-Duah Ghana has not seen a minister resign voluntarily in 30 years of the Fourth Republic, a political analyst says, even as two governments abroad this week fell on accountability grounds. On June 22, Keir Starmer became the sixth UK Prime Minister to resign outside Downing Street in seven years, stepping down after losing the confidence of a majority of his parliamentary party. Days earlier, on June 16, Equatorial Guinea’s entire cabinet resigned after the vice president declared that the level of target fulfilment had barely reached 10 percent. Both events fell in the same week that Prof.…

AFP England has failed to find a way through a resolute Ghana side and had to settle for a 0-0 draw in their second World Cup Group L match on Tuesday. The result left both sides well placed to move into the next phase but was a disappointment for Thomas Tuchel’s side after their opening 4-2 win over Croatia. Ghana, who pulled off a last-gasp 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening match, made their intentions clear right from the kickoff as they lined up to blunt England’s attacking style. Under a constant drizzle, the Three Lions had almost 80…

Carlos Queiroz said Ghana blocked England on all fronts to earn a 0-0 draw at Gillette Stadium, crediting his players’ fighting spirit over tactics and slamming VAR for missing what he called a clear penalty and red card. The Portuguese said the performance proved football is more than possession. He also touched on VAR, Benjamin Asare, the team’s resilience, hunger and determination.  Ghana now have four points in Group L and face Croatia on June 28 in their final group match. A win would guarantee progression to the Round of 16. Here is what he said after the match at Gillette Stadium in…

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Club: Coventry City Age: 27 Position: Forward Caps: 9 Goals: 1The versatile forward, who can play anywhere along the frontline, forced his way into Ghana’s World Cup squad after an impressive season at Coventry.He scored 13 goals in their Championship title-winning campaign, behind only Haji Wright among his team-mates.Born in Milton Keynes, Thomas-Asante came through their academy and played for the likes of Ebbsfleet, Oxford City and Salford City before moving to the Championship with West Brom and then the Sky Blues.He made an immediate impact in Ghana’s opening game against Panama, coming off the bench to set up Caleb…

Thomas Tuchel has dismissed suggestions England were handed a World Cup wake-up call after being held to a goalless draw against Ghana and called on supporters not to lose belief in his side.The substitute Nico O’Reilly came closest to breaking the deadlock four minutes before the end of normal time when his header struck the crossbar, with Harry Kane blazing the follow-up over. But Ghana were full value for a point and might have won if the Honduran referee, Said Martínez, had ruled against Ezri Konsa after he appeared to bring down the substitute Prince Kwabena Adu inside the England…

Featured Enoch Darfah Frimpong Sports News Jun – 23 – 2026 , 22:07 1 minute read FULL TIME: England 0:0 Ghana  England owned the ball and the territory, but Ghana owned the duels and the clearances. At the end of the 90+6 mins, it was a deadlock, goalless in the Group L match between Ghana and England, with both moving to four points in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. England laboured in attack but despite dominating possession and having a 78.8% of the ball  possession – the highest share of any team on record in a World…

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Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo silenced his critics as he became the first man to score in six different World Cups on Tuesday while England’s bid to reach the last 32 stumbled with a 0-0 draw against Ghana.Ronaldo, 41, had come in for stinging criticism after a lacklustre display in Portugal’s opening 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo.But the veteran striker roared back to life with two goals as Portugal kickstarted their campaign with a 5-0 drubbing of Group K rivals Uzbekistan in Houston.A jubilant Ronaldo — who had failed to score in 10 consecutive matches at major tournaments…

The World Cup returns to Boston with Tuesday’s England vs. Ghana match at Boston Stadium. A local Ghanaian restaurant, RedRed Kitchen, is showcasing its country and culture ahead of the big match. facebook.com

By Francis Ntow, GNAAccra, June 23, GNA – Ghana’s new public sector pay policy is expected to be passed by October 2026,  Dr George Smith-Graham, the Chief Executive Officer of the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), said on Tuesday.In an exclusive interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA) in Accra, he said the new policy would enable an Independent Emoluments Commission (IEC) to determine salaries across all public sector institutions and replace ad hoc political pay increases with a rules-based system.The National Emoluments Policy, when implemented, would provide a productivity-linked salary structure, cap excessive allowances, rationalise the country’s wage…

Abena Moët   Fast-rising media personality and Entertainment Pundit, Abena Moët, has recounted how brand influencer Bernard Fiifi Yankey and Eugene Osafo-Nkansah, popularly known as Nkonkonsa, gave her a breakthrough in the media landscape. Speaking in an interview on United Television’s “U-Cook” show, Abena Moët indicated that some nine years ago she had a first radio job as a co-guest on Abeiku Santana’s drive-time show “Ekwanso Dwoodwoo“ kind courtesy of her two friends. “I was on Snapchat living my life where one day Yankey called me that Abeiku Santana needs a panelist on his show and has delegated Nkonkonsa to…

England midfielder Declan Rice praised Ghana’s solid defensive performance after the Black Stars held the Three Lions to a goalless draw in their second Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Despite enjoying the lion’s share of possession, England struggled to break down a well-organised Ghana side that stood firm throughout the contest.It is the second clean sheet for the Black Stars having kept Panama at bay in their opener.”It’s always difficult when you play against eleven behind the ball,” Rice told the BBC.”Give credit to Ghana, they were very compact. It was tough. They are good players.”We keep…

FOXBOROUGH — England brought its supporters, its celebrities, and its weather to Foxborough. Ghana brought its defense.England dominated the seating bowl on a cool, rainy day, with the stands bathed in England white and British celebs such as David Beckham and the band Mumford & Sons looking on.And a superior England squad, No. 4 in the FIFA world rankings, dominated the match, holding the ball for 79 percent of the time and out-shooting No. 73 Ghana, 18-2.But it was the Ghanaian fans dancing and celebrating at the final whistle. Ghana packed in its defense, swarmed English star striker Harry Kane,…

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England head coach has named a formidable lineup for the Three Lions’ crucial FIFA World Cup Group L encounter against Ghana, with captain Harry Kane leading the attack. The English side features a blend of experience and youth, with Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, and Anthony Gordon all included in the starting XI, while Reece James and Djed Spence provide width from the defensive positions. England Starting XI vs Ghana Goalkeeper Defenders Reece James Marc Guéhi Ezri Konsa Djed Spence Midfielders Declan Rice Elliot Anderson Jude Bellingham Forwards Noni Madueke Harry Kane (C) Anthony Gordon

England and Ghana played out a tense 0-0 draw at Foxborough Stadium, a result that keeps both sides’ knockout qualification hopes alive but denies the Three Lions top spot in Group L. Despite dominating possession with 79% of the ball, England were unable to break down Ghana’s resolute defensive organisation, with the Black Stars frustrating their opponents throughout.

Black Stars Hold England to Goalless Draw in FIFA World Cup Group L ClashThe Black Stars of Ghana produced a disciplined defensive display to hold England to a hard-fought 0-0 draw in their second Group L fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday night. Coming into the match on the back of a dramatic late victory in their opening game, Ghana faced a stern test against an England side that dominated possession and dictated the tempo for large periods of the contest. The Three Lions started brightly and almost found an early breakthrough when captain Harry Kane was…

The government says the Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Repayment Levy, which introduced a charge of GH₵1-per-litre on selected petroleum products, generated GH¢8.81 billion in 2025 into the Energy Sector Support Account.The government added that additional resources amounting to GH¢1.26 billion were deployed beyond the proceeds from the levy, bringing the total funds available in the account to GH¢10.07 billion.This was contained in the annual report on the energy levy presented to Parliament by the Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, on Tuesday, June 23.Out of this amount, GH¢9.82 billion was utilised in 2025, with GH¢6.32 billion used to settle…

A Reckoning Long OverdueOn the morning of Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Ghana’s Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak stepped before the cameras and did what few ministers on the continent have dared to do: he conceded, publicly and without equivocation, that the state had been handing lethal weapons to people without checking their minds. With that admission, he revoked every firearm licence in Ghana and announced that no gun owner would receive a renewed permit without passing a mandatory psychiatric assessment, a drug screening test, and a structured practical weapons training course.It was a remarkable moment in Ghanaian governance an acknowledgement…

By Kingsley Mamore Dambai (O/R), June 23, GNA – Some members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Nkwanta North Constituency, Oti Region, have petitioned the party’s Regional and National Executive Committees over the suspension of scheduled branch elections in the constituency. The petitioners said the Constituency Executive Committee, at a meeting held on June 21, resolved to suspend the elections; a decision they claimed had generated concern among members and aspirants. Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), Mr Wumbei Joseph, convenor of the group, said the decision had raised questions about adherence to due process and the party’s internal electoral calendar. “The suspension raises concerns about internal democracy…

The Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) has announced a significant legal victory after the High Court affirmed its exclusive statutory mandate to regulate, train, certify and admit professionals into the accountancy profession in Ghana.The ruling, delivered in a case involving the Chartered Institute of Certified Tax Accountants, Ghana, the National Accreditation Board, ICAG and the Attorney-General, establishes that all disciplines of accountancy, including tax accounting, fall within the regulatory jurisdiction of ICAG.In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 23, ICAG said the court’s decision reinforces the legal framework governing the accountancy profession and serves as a warning against organisations…

Several tricycles loaded with waste have been abandoned on major streets within the Kumasi Metropolis and parts of the Ashanti Region for several days, worsening sanitation conditions in the affected areas.The situation has been linked to frequent breakdowns of machinery at the Oti Landfill Site, which have disrupted normal waste processing operations at the facility.As a result, the landfill site has been unable to handle incoming volumes of waste, leaving tricycle operators with no option but to park their loaded vehicles on streets and at various intersections.The development has raised concerns among residents and business owners, who say the abandoned…

By Adeola AkinbobolaNational Insurance Commission (NAICOM) of Nigeria and Ghana’s National Insurance Commission (NIC) have strengthened partnership to reinforce the role of industry in sustainable regional economic growth.The Nigeria’s Commissioner for Insurance, Mr Olusegun Omosehin, said this when the Commissioner for Insurance of Ghana, Dr Abiba Zakariah, paid a working visit to NAICOM on Tuesday in Abuja.The engagement focused on advancing cross-border cooperation in insurance innovation and reinforcing the role of the industry in driving sustainable regional economic growth.In his address of welcome, Nigeria’s Commissioner for Insurance, underscored the critical role of insurance in economic development.Omosehin emphasised that meaningful poverty…

Thomas Partey returns to the Black Stars starting XI as Carlos Queiroz named Inaki Williams, Benjamin Asare and Kwasi Sibo among four changes for Tuesday’s World Cup Group L clash with England at Gillette Stadium. Queiroz has opted for a 4-3-3 formation with Partey slotting straight into midfield after missing the 1-0 opening win over Panama. The former Arsenal man will partner Kwasi Sibo and Caleb Yirenkyi in the middle of the park. Inaki Williams earns his first start of the tournament, replacing Ernest Nuamah to join Antoine Semenyo and captain Jordan Ayew in the front three.  Benjamin Asare starts…

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Nana Pomaa Nyira, an aunt of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has appealed to the police, the courts, and other relevant authorities to ensure justice is served in the ongoing investigation into the shooting incident involving her niece.Speaking after the suspects in the case were granted bail, Nana Pomaa Nyira expressed concern about the safety of Adwoa Safo’s relatives and associates, saying the development had heightened fears among family members.“We are always with her, informing people about the funeral, so if you grant them bail, then our lives are also in danger. We will plead with the authorities to…

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has named his starting lineup for Ghana’s crucial FIFA World Cup Group L clash against England, with Thomas Partey returning to the side after missing the opening win over Panama. Ghana will line up with Benjamin Asare in goal behind a back four of Marvin Senaya, Jonas Adjetey, Jerome Opoku and Gideon Mensah. In midfield, Thomas Partey starts alongside Kwasi Sibo and Caleb Yirenkyi, providing a blend of experience, energy and ball-winning ability. Captain Jordan Ayew leads the attack, supported by Antoine Semenyo and Joseph Williams in the front three. Ghana XI vs England Goalkeeper Defenders Marvin Senaya Jonas Adjetey Jerome Opoku Gideon Mensah Midfielders Thomas Partey Kwasi Sibo Caleb Yirenkyi Forwards…

Excitement ahead of Ghana’s World Cup clash against England heightened in parts of Accra on Tuesday, June 23, with many supporters proudly displaying the national colours as they prepared to cheer on the Black Stars.Across several markets and busy streets, traders and football fans were seen wearing Black Stars jerseys and purchasing Ghana-themed items, including scarves, flags and other paraphernalia.The atmosphere was lively as some market women blew vuvuzelas and waved Ghana-themed scarves popularly known as “Dɔ Wo Man”, a Twi phrase meaning “Love Your Country”, while calling on customers to support the team by buying national colours.Many of the…

Jemima Okang Addae Jun – 23 – 2026 , 17:31 1 minute read The Ghana Gold Board has announced an approved pricing threshold for the purchase of gold, effective June 24, 2026, and has warned licensed buyers that non-compliance will result in prosecution, licence suspension, or revocation. In a notice issued on June 23, the GoldBod directed that all licensed gold buyers shall purchase gold from licensed miners and licensed gold traders at a price that does not exceed the GoldBod Published Price at the time of purchase, plus the approved rate-gap bonus for licensed miners where applicable, and up…

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‎Personnel from the Kpong Fire Station responded swiftly to a fatal road traffic accident at Kings and Queens on the Kpong–Tema Highway in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality after receiving a distress call.‎‎The rescue team arrived at the scene and found a collision involving a Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and a Howo tipper truck. The Pajero sustained extensive damage to its front section, while the tipper truck suffered partial damage to its rear guard.‎‎One male victim lost his life in the crash. The body was conveyed by the Akuse Police Accident Unit to the Akuse Government Hospital Morgue for preservation. Firefighters…

True heroism is not defined by medals pinned to a chest in times of peace, but by the moral decisions made in the absolute depths of human darkness. In 1994, as the international community turned its back on the Republic of Rwanda during the Genocide against the Tutsi, one Ghanaian commander chose humanity over a retreat order. When the United Nations instructed its peacekeepers to pack up and leave Kigali, Major General Henry Kwami Anyidoho looked into the abyss and prioritised human conscience over institutional bureaucracy. By staying behind, he and his courageous Ghanaian contingent saved over 30,000 lives.Today, as…

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Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has outlined its next phase of growth, shifting from balance sheet expansion to disciplined earnings growth, improved operating efficiency and stronger risk-adjusted returns.At its 18th Annual General Meeting held in Accra on Friday, June 19, 2026, the Bank reported a record balance sheet of GH¢19.02 billion for the 2025 financial year, up 14.9% year-on-year, supported by continued deposit growth, expanded lending and retained earnings.`1Management said the priority for 2026 and beyond is to convert this scale into sustainable shareholder value through a three-pillar strategy: Grow, Transform and Protect.Strong Balance Sheet Momentum The Bank delivered strong financial performance…

By Edward Acquah Accra, June 23, GNA -The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has dismissed claims that Ghana’s minimum producer price for cashew was GH¢25 per kilogram, describing them as misinformation. A statement issued by the Authority and copied to the Ghana News Agency said the official minimum producer price announced for the 2024 season was GH¢8.50 per kilogram, while the highest was GH¢15.00 per kilogram for the 2025 season. For the 2026 season, TCDA explained that the calculated minimum producer price was GH¢11.16 per kilogram but Government, through the Authority, increased it to GH¢12.00 per kilogram to provide additional support to farmers. The Authority stressed that cashew farmgate prices were determined through a consultative process…

By combining digital commerce, business management, tax automation, financial record creation and financial services enablement within a unified platform, Sikaflow is designed to help businesses transition from informal economic activity into the formal financial ecosystem. Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. ⁠, a digital infrastructure holding company focused on building and operating sovereign-scale technology platforms across emerging markets, today announced the official launch of Sikaflow in Ghana, a digital financial infrastructure platform designed to help modernize commerce, support economic formalization and expand access to financial services for the country’s micro, small and medium-sized enterprise (“MSME”) sector. Sikaflow is being deployed through Trident…

A digital health programme being implemented in Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG) facilities has more than doubled blood pressure control among patients living with hypertension, offering fresh hope in the fight against one of Ghana’s leading non-communicable diseases.According to PharmAccess Ghana, the proportion of patients with controlled blood pressure has increased from just 26 per cent before the programme began to about 60 per cent among participating patients.Speaking at the 2026 Annual Conference of the Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG) in Koforidua, Country Director of PharmAccess Ghana, Dr. Maxwell Antwi, said the initiative is transforming the way hypertension…

The Writer   Ghana has once again positioned itself as a welcoming nation on the African continent. The Mahama government’s decision to make travel easier for African nationals is, in principle, a good gesture. It speaks to a larger African dream: easier movement, deeper trade, stronger cultural exchange, and a continent that treats its own people with dignity rather than suspicion. No serious Pan-Africanist should oppose the idea that Africans must be able to visit, invest, learn, trade, heal, worship, create, and build across African borders. Ghana, because of its history, stability, democratic culture, and symbolic place in the African…

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced the implementation of a new approved pricing threshold for the purchase of gold by licensed buyers across the country, effective June 24, 2026. GoldBod has introduced a new pricing threshold for gold purchases effective June 24, 2026.Tier 2 buyers cannot add more than GHS30 of their allotted commission to gold prices.Violators risk prosecution, licence suspension, or licence revocation. The directive follows extensive stakeholder consultations and engagements with licensed gold buyers and is aimed at promoting transparency, stability, and fairness within Ghana’s gold trading sector. MUST READ: GES to probe viral video of students…

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced a major overhaul of the country’s gold pricing system, introducing a new regime that will require all licensed gold buyers to purchase gold at officially published rates from July 1, 2026.The move is aimed at strengthening transparency, promoting market stability, and ensuring uniform pricing across Ghana’s gold trading sector.In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 23, GoldBod said it will discontinue the publication of continuously updated live gold prices and instead adopt the internationally recognised LBMA Gold Price AM and LBMA Gold Price PM benchmarks as the sole basis for determining official local…