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The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) has issued a final reminder to all registered businesses and companies in Ghana to file their annual returns and renew business names by June 30.The directive is part of efforts to enforce compliance with statutory obligations under the country’s business registration laws.It also follows an earlier notice issued on April 28, which urged defaulting entities to regularise their records.In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 16, the ORC stated that no extension will be granted beyond the deadline and that strict enforcement measures will follow for non-compliant businesses.The Office cautioned that companies…
The National Democratic Congress is drawing a hard line between government service and party leadership — a move that could reshape both the ruling party and the Mahama administration.In a directive issued on January 29, 2026, the NDC announced that any full‑time government appointee seeking a party executive position must resign at least six months before filing nomination forms. The order applies to Ministers, Deputy Ministers, CEOs, MDs, their deputies, and MMDCEs. Only board chairpersons and board members are exempt, as they are not full‑time employees. The new rulesGeneral Secretary Fifi Fiavi Kwetey outlined strict timelines ahead of the December…
Mr. Kofi Bentil, IMANI Africa Vice President The Government of Ghana has denied reports that the central bank plans to sell Ghana’s country’s stake in the London-based Ghana International Bank (GHIB), following public concerns raised by IMANI Africa Vice President Kofi Bentil. The controversy began last week after reports emerged that GHIB’s board had asked its Chief Executive Officer to step down without publicly stating the reasons for the decision. The dismissal was rumoured in some reports to be linked to the CEO’s alleged opposition to a proposed sale of Ghana’s shares in the bank. Kofi Bentil amplified the claims…
Nii Nmai Dsane, Chief Executive Officer of Q-Advise, a global software licensing and contract advisory consultancy headquartered in the Netherlands, has been awarded a Citation of Appreciation by Methodist Basic School in recognition of his longstanding support and commitment to the institution. The award was presented during the school’s 120th Anniversary celebrations, a landmark event that brought together traditional leaders, government officials, educators, alumni, and community stakeholders to celebrate more than a century of educational excellence. In the citation, the school recognized Nii Nmai Dsane’s dedication to the growth and development of Methodist Basic School and his continued commitment…
A group of constituency executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai Constituency has petitioned the party’s Western North Regional Chairman, calling for the immediate annulment of ongoing Electoral Area Executive Committee elections. In a petition dated June 14, 2026, the executives allege that the electoral process has been marred by irregularities, constitutional breaches and the disenfranchisement of qualified party members. The petition, addressed through the Constituency Executive Committee, claims that a re-vetting exercise conducted for aspirants seeking positions as Electoral Area Coordinators in parts of the constituency was carried out without the approval of the Constituency Executive…
The United States has granted permanent residency to Ghana’s Ken Ofori-Atta, his lawyer said Tuesday, capping a saga that saw the fugitive ex-finance minister arrested by immigration authorities. Ofori-Atta, 66, has been in the United States since January last year to receive medical treatment including prostate cancer surgery. In January, however, he was arrested by US immigration authorities over “the status of his current stay”, his lawyers said at the time, rather than his legal woes back home. The former minister was declared a fugitive by Ghanaian authorities in February 2025 and formally charged with corruption in November. He was…
The National Communications Authority (NCA) on Monday welcomed a delegation from Tanzania’s Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) to Accra for a benchmarking visit on satellite communications.In his welcome address, the Deputy Director General in charge of Technical Operations at the NCA, Mr Suleman Salifu, noted the rapid evolution of satellite technologies and the need for robust regulatory frameworks to support innovation while safeguarding national interests.According to him, the satellite ecosystem has shifted from traditional geostationary satellites to newer Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) systems, creating new opportunities and regulatory considerations for communications authorities worldwide.He confirmed the Authority’s…
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Ghana has announced the establishment of Africa’s first Blue Food Innovation Hub, a new initiative aimed at driving innovation in fisheries and aquaculture while attracting at least US$10 million in private sector investment by 2032.The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Mrs Emelia Arthur, made the announcement on Monday at the High-Level African Blue Food Leadership Roundtable during the 2026 Our Ocean Conference.She noted that the Hub, established in Ghana in partnership with the World Economic Forum and the Chamber of Aquaculture Ghana, will support inland aquaculture enterprises and promote innovation across the aquatic food value chain.According to the minister, the…
By Prince AcquahCape Coast, June 16, GNA – The Ghanaian Women’s Association of Georgia (GWAG) has commissioned a sustainability and enhancement project at the maternity ward of the Elmina Government Hospital, bringing some relief to thousands of women in and around Elmina who visit the facility annually. The project is in furtherance of the Association’s intervention in 2016 when it adopted and furnished the then newly renovated maternity ward with medical equipment, beds, incubators, wheelchairs and other healthcare supplies valued at more than $250,000. Nearly 10 years after the initial intervention, GWAG returned to assess the facility’s evolving needs and invested an…
The Writer The collapse of buildings in Ghana has become an alarming and recurring tragedy that continues to claim lives, destroy property, and expose deep weaknesses within the country’s construction and regulatory systems. Every collapsed structure leaves behind a trail of grief, yet the underlying causes remain largely unaddressed. From residential buildings and churches to commercial structures under construction, Ghana has witnessed numerous building failures over the years. While natural disasters often receive the blame in other parts of the world, many building collapses in Ghana are largely preventable and stem from human failures rather than acts of nature.…
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has clarified that the extradition process involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta remains active despite reports that he has been granted permanent residency in the United States.The clarification follows a statement by Mr. Ofori-Atta’s lawyers indicating that a United States immigration court had approved his application for adjustment of status, commonly known as a Green Card.The legal team also stated that the court found the criminal charges filed against him in Ghana “not credible,” a claim that has generated public debate over the status of the extradition proceedings.In a statement issued on Tuesday,…
Ghana’s government has filed for a review of Canada’s refusal to grant midfielder Thomas Partey a visa, with the case to be heard in court.Partey is set to miss Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto on Wednesday after being denied entry to Canada.The 33-year-old’s visa issues relate to ongoing criminal proceedings in the UK. The hearing will take place at 14:00 BST (09:00 eastern time) in Ottawa.Partey pleaded not guilty to seven charges of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to allegations by four different women between 2020 and 2022 and is due to stand trial…
Amad Diallo celebrating his winner Manchester United winger Amad Diallo came off the bench to score a dramatic late winner as Ivory Coast secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their FIFA World Cup Group E clash in Philadelphia. The 23-year-old, surprisingly left out of the starting lineup, proved decisive in the 90th minute. After a powerful run by defender Wilfried Singo, Amad calmly guided the ball into the bottom corner with his left foot to seal all three points for the Elephants. The result ended Ecuador’s impressive 19-match unbeaten streak, which had stretched close to two years,…
A scene during the exercise KGL Foundation last week sponsored a health screening exercise for many residents of Bolgatanga, the Upper East Regional capital. The screening covered a broad and critical range of health conditions; Hepatitis B and C, HIV, malaria, blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and basic health assessments. Crucially, the exercise also incorporated mental health screening, an often-overlooked dimension of wellbeing that rarely features in community health outreach. A blood donation drive rounded out the programme. These are conditions and causes that matter precisely because so many of them develop silently, showing no obvious symptoms until the…
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has expressed disappointment over the prolonged delay in making the Afari Military Hospital in the Ashanti Region fully operational, describing the situation as a missed opportunity to improve healthcare delivery in the country.Speaking to the media shortly after donating a pickup truck and 15 motorcycles to the Ghana Police Service at the Accra Regional Police Headquarters on Tuesday, June 16, the former Assin Central Member of Parliament openly criticised successive administrations, including the NPP government under which he served as Chairman of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee.Kennedy Agyapong said the…
The writer In diplomacy one learns that countries cannot be understood only through official meetings, statistics, or policy papers. To truly know a country, one must travel through it, listen and talk to its people, appreciate its strengths, observe its contradictions, and understand the aspirations that animate everyday life. As I prepare to conclude my tenure as Ambassador of Switzerland to Ghana, I find myself reflecting deeply on a country that has left a lasting impression on me not only professionally, but personally. Over the past four years, I have travelled extensively across Ghana. From Paga to Keta, from…
Anthony Woode Ghanaian actor, Anthony Woode, has disclosed that he stands as a living testimony of persistence, consistency and God’s manifestation of goodness. He made this pronouncement on his Instagram page with the caption, “I’m A Living Testimony” accompanied with a photograph of him in tailored suit and other motivational frame pictures. Some of the writings read, “You arrived late? Don’t stress! Just make good use of the time left”, “No matter what comes my way, I will face it.” The post had Black Sherif’s ‘Lord I’m Amazed’ song on the background. The song was born from an overwhelming,…
Marc Cucurella Spanish defender Marc Cucurella has completed a move from Chelsea FC to Real Madrid, becoming the first signing of José Mourinho’s second spell in charge of the Spanish giants. The 27-year-old left-back will officially join Madrid after the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing an end to his four-year stay at Chelsea. Cucurella arrived at Stamford Bridge from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2022 in a deal worth more than £60 million. Reports indicate Madrid will pay an initial £47.5 million for the Spain international, with the fee potentially rising to £51.8 million through performance-related…
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Medi-Moses Clinic and Prostate Centre, Dr De-Gaulle Moses Dogbatsey, has been honoured as one of the distinguished personalities in the health sector for 2026. The 100 Legendary African Dignitaries Awards, a prestigious recognition platform honouring leaders, innovators, policymakers, entrepreneurs and changemakers, named Dr Dogbatsey for his outstanding breakthroughs in prostate and men’s healthcare across Ghana through his leadership of the internationally acclaimed Medi-Moses Clinic and Prostate Centre. The outfit has treated over a million patients with prostate conditions across the world over three decades of practice. Continental award The 100 Legendary African Dignitaries Awards…
Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has called on FIFA to step in over the decision by Canadian authorities to deny a visa to Black Stars deputy captain Thomas Partey ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Ghana are set to begin their Group L campaign against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, at BMO Field in Toronto, but Partey’s availability has been thrown into doubt after immigration officials reportedly blocked his entry into Canada, citing ongoing rape charges against the 33-year-old midfielder.Partey, a former Arsenal player, has not been convicted, with legal proceedings still ongoing in relation to the allegations.Speaking…
Sadia Sanusi Sadia Sanusi, a distinguished fashion designer known for blending traditional textile influences with contemporary fashion, has died, sending shockwaves across the creative industry. The couturier reportedly passed away in the early hours of Sunday, June 14, 2026. While the cause of death has not yet been officially disclosed, sources close to the family indicate that she died in her sleep. Her passing has left the fashion community in mourning, and others broken. Through her unique designs, Sadia successfully transformed elements of her maternal textile heritage into stylish contemporary pieces that earned admiration within Ghana and beyond. The…
Dr. Maureen M. Achebe Health experts have urged the government to scale up and integrate newborn screening for sickle cell disease as the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention launches a new continental plan to tackle inherited blood disorders. The coordinated regional framework on sickle cell disease was endorsed at a Technical Validation and Launch Workshop attended by health ministers, development partners, and international health agencies. It builds on work by the American Society of Hematology’s Consortium on Newborn Screening in Africa. More than 300,000 babies are born with sickle cell disease annually in sub-Saharan Africa, with many…
The suspect The Ghana Police Service has arrested 39-year-old Michael Mensah in connection with the murder of Innocentia Atsufui Avinu, a University of Cape Coast student. The suspect was arrested on June 15, 2026, at about 7:15 p.m. by the IGP’s Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team at the Pedu Lorry Station in Cape Coast, following sustained intelligence-led operations. Preliminary investigations revealed that on June 11, 2026, at about 6:48 p.m., the suspect — who claims to be a teacher by profession but also works as a driver — picked up the deceased from Ayensu Plaza within the UCC hostel enclave…
Featured Mohammed Ali Jun – 16 – 2026 , 12:45 1 minute read A United States Immigration Court has granted former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s I-485 petition for a Green Card, paving the way for him to obtain lawful permanent residency in the country. This is contained in a press release issued by his solicitor, Justice Kusi-Minkah Premo of Minkah-Premo, Osei-Bonsu, Bruce-Cathline & Partners, dated Tuesday, 16th June 2026. According to the release, the court heard evidence relating to actions taken by Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), including the OSP’s earlier decision to declare Mr Ofori-Atta a fugitive…
The sorry picture peasant farmers have painted about the state of their occupation in recent times could not have been direr. Literally throwing their hands in the air in despair, they say they do not have sufficient inputs such as fertiliser to feed their farms. With one of them claiming it has never been this bad in the past thirty years, poor harvests could be beckoning the nation, the repercussions of which can only be imagined. Peasant farming accounts for a substantial quantity of food crops produced and consumed in the country and any government which pays lip-service to…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is shifting from negotiations to the practical implementation of free trade by investing $151 million in the region and promoting a 25 per cent reduction in airport taxes. This effort is aimed at helping Africa increase its share of global trade, which is currently less than one per cent, while strengthening the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. At the fifth joint meeting of ECOWAS Ministers of Trade and Industry in Accra, regional leaders outlined concrete steps to reduce trade costs, improve regional integration, and support private sector growth across the…
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has reportedly secured a favourable ruling from a United States immigration court, allowing him to continue the process of obtaining lawful permanent resident status, commonly known as a Green Card, according to a report by Asaase News. Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has secured a significant legal victory in the United States after an immigration court approved his application to adjust his immigration status, paving the way for him to obtain lawful permanent residency.The decision was delivered on Monday during proceedings in which the court considered Mr Ofori-Atta’s I-485 petition, a key step in the process of acquiring permanent resident status in the United States.According to his lawyer, Frank Davies, the court examined issues surrounding the criminal investigations and charges currently facing the former minister in Ghana.The judge reportedly raised concerns about some of the circumstances linked…
Ghana’s deputy captain, Thomas Teye Partey will today appear in Canada court to battle his visa denial case. The Ghana international was denied visa acquisition to travel with his national teammates to Toronto for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Panama.He’s denied visa due to rape and sexual assaults case against him, which he’s battling in Court United Kingdom. According to the Canadian government, cases of rape and sexual assaults charges against any person outside Canada is also threated same in the country, hence does not permit the accused into the country.Partey, today will be in court to pray…
Ghana International Bank has named veteran financial services executive Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), subject to regulatory approval, as the London-based institution seeks to strengthen its role in connecting Ghana’s economy with international capital and trade flows. The appointment is subject to the completion of the customary regulatory approval process in the United Kingdom. Decades of experience Ian Greenstreet is one of the most experienced financial services leaders of his generation, bringing more than four decades of international banking, investment management, risk management, corporate governance and business transformation experience. During his distinguished career, he has served…
In recent days, a viral claim circulating on social media has suggested that “Zulu women in South Africa are expressing frustration over Ghanaian men marrying outside their communities,” with emotional scenes allegedly calling for husbands to “return home” and preserve cultural ties.At first glance, the story is striking. It touches on marriage, identity, masculinity, migration, and cultural preservation issues that are deeply emotional and politically sensitive in both South Africa and Ghana. But when examined critically, several important questions arise: How true is this claim? Who is speaking? And what broader social dynamics are being misrepresented or exaggerated online?1. Where…
Get ready for a revolutionary shift in how people experience the beautiful game. This season, football is taking over Ghana’s lifestyle hubs with the mall fan experience campaign – The Mall is The Stadium across six malls.The excitement will officially take over Achimota Mall, Accra Mall, Atlantic Mall, WestHills Mall, Marina Mall, and Junction Mall, transforming these premier destinations into emotionally charged national fan zones.This initiative completely redefines the matchday atmosphere by merging football, culture, music, food, and digital experiences into a single, connected movement, proudly supported by key sponsors: DSTV, GCB, Decathlon, and Club Beer, with Wawolo as the…
Ghana is heading into their fifth FIFA World Cup tournament with just 20 per cent of players who appeared for last edition of the tournament making the final squad. After securing qualification, fired their trainer Otto Addo following back to back defeats to Austria and Germany in March, 2026.As they take on Panama on Wednesday, in Toronto, Canada their bench will have Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz who replaced Otto Ad do in mid-April.Speaking in an interview, former Ghana Sports Minister Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye has cast doubt over the Black Stars’ chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According, to…
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The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has opened the 7th Steering Committee Meeting of the Côte d’Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative in Abidjan, with a call for deeper collaboration between the world’s two largest cocoa-producing countries to transform the sector into one that is more resilient, prosperous and profitable for farmers. Chairing the meeting, Dr Forson emphasised the importance of sustained dialogue and stronger cooperation between Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, noting that the partnership remains critical to safeguarding the cocoa sector’s future. “While we may not be able to resolve all our challenges here today, our collective determination to make…
By James Amoh JuniorAccra, 15 June, GNA – Ghana has lost one of her most accomplished diplomats, statesmen, and public servants with the passing of Ambassador James Victor Gbeho.For more than five decades, he carried Ghana’s voice with dignity across Africa and the world, serving with quiet strength and unwavering commitment.Ambassador Gbeho died on 13 June 2026 at the age of 91, leaving behind a legacy etched in diplomacy, governance, peacebuilding, and regional integration.From representing Ghana at the highest levels of the United Nations to leading the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), his life was defined by a…
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted a teacher of Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a student.In a statement issued on June 16, 2026, the GES announced that it had become aware of a disturbing video circulating on social media, which allegedly captures inappropriate conduct between the teacher and a student of the school.According to the statement signed by the Head of Public Relations of GES, Daniel Fenyi, management has already initiated investigations into the matter to establish the facts surrounding the incident.“Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has become…
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When the Clock Starts Ticking and the Charts Start PanickingSome songs arrive like guests who knock politely. Others walk in like they already know where the remote control is.Bosoma’s “Time” clearly belongs to the second category.Without much noise, without a celebrity convoy, and without begging for attention, the record has clocked in at No. 4 on Ghana’s Top Trending Songs Chart, instantly turning quiet industry whispers into loud, slightly panicked conversations.Because when a new name climbs that fast, the question is never just “who is this?” It quickly becomes “why did we not see this coming?”The Chart Did Not Wait,…
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LONDON, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ghana International Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer, subject to the completion of the customary regulatory approval process in the United Kingdom. Ghana International Bank announces Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer Ian is one of the most experienced financial services leaders of his generation, bringing more than four decades of international banking, investment management, risk management, corporate governance and business transformation experience. During his distinguished career, he has served as a Chief Executive Officer, Chief Risk Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Non-Executive…
Government has commenced the distribution of 40,000 bags of fertiliser to peasant farmers across the country to boost agricultural productivity, increase crop yields and strengthen national food security.The exercise, which begins today, June 16, forms part of the government’s Feed Ghana Programme, a flagship initiative designed to support smallholder farmers with critical agricultural inputs and improve food production nationwide.Authorities say the intervention is expected to reduce production costs for farmers while enhancing crop nutrition and improving yields during the current farming season.The programme is also intended to support government’s broader objective of increasing domestic food production and reducing the country’s…
Nana Kwadwo Boakye-Akyeampong, Senior Manager for Real Estate Financing at Absa Bank Ghana Limited, has bemoaned the challenges confronting banks in providing funding for major infrastructure and real estate projects in Ghana.Speaking at the Citi Business Festival Roundtable Discussion on Monday, June 15, held under the theme ‘Building Competitive Cities: Infrastructure, Innovation and Investment for Sustainable Economic Growth,’ Boakye-Akyeampong highlighted the complex considerations banks must take into account before committing funds to large-scale development projects.He explained that while financial institutions are often expected to support infrastructure development and economic growth, they are constrained by their responsibility to safeguard the interests…
The Black Stars have arrived in Toronto safely ahead of Wednesday’s opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Panama at BMO Field.The team touched down on Monday afternoon after completing their pre-tournament preparations in the United States. Ghana has been based in the United States of America since the international friendly against Wales in Cardiff earlier this month.Coach Carlos Queiroz and his technical team used the US camp to fine-tune tactics and build fitness, with all 26 players taking part in full training sessions. The squad reports no injury concerns ahead of the Group L opener. The Black…
Six Ghanaian master’s students at Loughborough University are set to stage a protest over unpaid scholarship funding on Tuesday, June 16, at the Ghana High Commission in London over nearly two years of unpaid tuition and stipends.They say that the promise of government-sponsored education abroad has become a prolonged struggle marked by financial hardship, uncertainty, and what they describe as years of unfulfilled assurances.In a statement released on Monday, June 15, the affected students, Noah Krah, Emmanuel Boakye, George Osei Buabeng, Abena Fosuaa Gyasi, Irene Pomaa Kumi, and Dwomoh Evelyn — outlined what they describe as a worsening crisis linked…
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Bonn, Germany, June 15, GNA – Dr Nana Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, Chair of the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) on Climate Change, has called for a stronger and more coordinated African women’s agenda in global climate negotiations.He said unity and strategic engagement were essential for securing meaningful outcomes for the continent.Nana Dr Amoah made the call during an engagement with members of the Women and Gender Constituency on the sidelines of the ongoing United Nations climate meetings in Bonn.He noted that Africa’s development and climate priorities could not be achieved without deliberately elevating women’s voices and addressing structural barriers to their…
Ghana’s Supreme Court on April 29, 2026 unanimously upheld a five-year voting ban for people convicted of electoral offenses, ruling that Parliament may restrict the constitutional right to vote beyond the limits written into the Constitution, 1992. The decision in Fred Akweter v. Attorney General & Electoral Commission rejected a challenge by Akweter, a Ghanaian lawyer, who had argued that the franchise can be limited only on the grounds the Constitution itself names: citizenship, age and sound mind.The case is of constitutional significance because it challenges the Representation of the People Act, 1992 (PNDCL 284) on the grounds that its…