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Alhaji Said Sinare presenting his Letters of Credence in Saudi Arabia Ghana’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Alhaji Said Sinare, has officially begun his diplomatic assignment after presenting a copy of his Letter of Credence to the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Chief of Protocol.The presentation, a key diplomatic step ahead of a formal accreditation ceremony, marks the commencement of his tenure as Ghana’s representative to the Gulf state.In a statement following the engagement, Ambassador Sinare described the meeting as cordial and productive, noting that discussions centred on the strong and longstanding ties between Ghana and…
The Ghana Development Awards 2026, organised by the Business Executive Group, is set to recognize and celebrate the transformational efforts of individuals and businesses in promoting national development and restoring the local and African economies. The event will take place on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra. The award is being held under the theme, “Celebrating Excellence in Nation-Building and Economic Recovery”. The event will honour individuals and institutions from academia, government, the private sector, civil society, media and other fields who are actively inspiring national progress and contributing to Ghana’s socio-economic development.…
1 The Chairman of Ahoada West Local Government Area, Mr. Eugene Epelle Cheta, has denied allegations that he assaulted a teenage girl following her criticism of the condition of a public secondary school in Odiokwu community. The denial was contained in a statement issued by the Chairman’s Chief Press Secretary, Dennis Ezeuwa Lot on Monday. Lot dismissed the claims, maintaining that it was a passerby that attracted the girl and not the council boss, adding that his principal’s visit to the girl’s residence was for a peaceful engagement. The statement reads in part, “Moments later, the accuser moved aggressively toward…
By Rachel QuarteyParliament has begun broad consultations on a proposed amendment to Ghana’s public financial management regime, as the Minority prepares to introduce the Public Financial Management (Amendment) Bill, 2026.The Private Member’s Bill, sponsored by the Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, seeks to tighten fiscal discipline and strengthen accountability in the use of public funds by aligning government spending strictly with approved national development plans. At a stakeholder engagement in Accra, Mr. Oppong Nkrumah, who also serves as Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, explained that the proposed amendment is designed to block funding for…
Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh The Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri and Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has announced the successful launch of the Nsawam-Adoagyiri Eye Care Project 2026, describing it as a major step towards improving healthcare delivery in the constituency.The initiative saw a massive turnout over the weekend, with residents benefiting from free eye screening and medical support.The exercise, held at the Methodist Astroturf in Djankrom and within the Adoagyiri community, screened approximately 3,000 residents from across the constituency.Young and old alike took advantage of the opportunity to undergo eye examinations, receive free medication, and access essential health…
Nigerian streamer and TikToker Hamza Kolu has opened up on the reason behind his physical appearance. Naija News reports he shared his story during a recent episode of The Honest Bunch Podcast. Kolu explained that he was born at seven months instead of the usual nine months. According to him, arriving earlier than expected affected his growth and led to his present body size. He said he believes that being born prematurely is the main reason he looks the way he does today. During the conversation, the content creator also spoke about his family, revealing that his mother passed away…
Springboks players stand for the All Blacks haka Photo: photosport SA and NZ not in line for 2035 Rugby World Cup hosting Economic outlook and government support affect hosting chances World Rugby prioritises revenue generation for World Cup locations. Rugby’s two most successful countries can hold out little hope of hosting a Rugby World Cup for the foreseeable future, South Africa Rugby Chief Executive Officer Rian Oberholzer says. South Africa have won four and New Zealand three of the 10 World Cups since the first in 1987, but neither country is in line to host a future tournament with the…
Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions across multiple counties, including Nairobi and Nyeri, on Tuesday. Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions across multiple counties on Tuesday, March 3.In a notice on Monday, March 2, the company said the outages will affect parts of Nairobi, Kiambu, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Tharaka Nithi, Mombasa, Kilifi, Taita Taveta, Kwale, Kisii, West Pokot, Nandi, and Bungoma counties.In Nairobi County, parts of Kamukunji will experience power interruption from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., affecting Jua Kali, Shauri Moyo, Muthurwa Pri, parts of Gikomba, Gikomba Social Hall, DO’s Office Gikomba, Family Bank Gikomba, Co-op Bank Gikomba,…
By Benjamin Akoto, GNASunyani (Bono), March 2, GNA – Mr Frederick Adu-Gyamfi, the Director of Programmes and Operations at the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), has advocated for a legislative Instrument (LI) to govern political campaign activities in the country. He said the LI was required to regulate excessive funding of political campaign activities, abuse of incumbency and an overstretch of the Electoral Commission. That would greatly safeguard electoral integrity and consolidate the gains of the nation’s fledgling democracy, he stated. Mr Adu-Gyamfi made the call when speaking at the Bono Regional stakeholders’ forum on the draft model, proposed by the CDD-Ghana in Sunyani. The CDD-Ghana in collaboration with the National Commission for…
Collins Adomako-Mensah is Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Energy Committee The Energy Committee of Parliament has assured the country of a continuous supply of petroleum products despite the ongoing tension in the Middle East. Deputy Ranking Member, Collins Adomako-Mensah, stated that while they have no control over fuel prices, they can implement measures to ensure availability.Speaking on OTEC FM’s Dwabrem show on Monday, March 2, 2026, Adomako Mensah said the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has assured the country has seven weeks of fuel cover, adding that the committee is monitoring the situation closely.”There will be no shortages,” he emphasized.Adomako Mensah…
President Samia Hassan poses for a photo with President John Dramani Mahama Tanzania and Ghana have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation to better harness their natural resources to accelerate economic growth, expand value addition, and create jobs for their youthful populations.The commitment was reached on Monday, March 2, 2026, during bilateral talks in Arusha between Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan and her Ghanaian counterpart, President John Dramani Mahama.President Mahama arrived in Tanzania on Monday, March 2, 2026, to officiate the opening of the legal year of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights.The two presidents underscored the importance of…
Goosie Tanoh Ghana’s customs house agents have been told they must restructure their businesses around round-the-clock operations if the country is to convert its African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) positioning into actual trade gains, as government outlined an ambitious multimodal logistics plan at the profession’s biggest annual gathering. Presidential Adviser on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development, Goosie Tanoh, used the 5th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Association of Customs House Agents, Ghana (ACHAG), held at the Royal Senchi Hotel in Akosombo on Saturday, to detail the government’s CONNECT24 initiative, a programme designed to link farms, industrial…
1 Exactly 13 years ago, Sunday Mbah scored a half-volley to give the Super Eagles of Nigeria a 1-0 win over Burkina Faso in the AFCON 2013 final, a third African victory for the Green and Whites. The team featured players who were household names at the time, and young, promising stars who eventually went on to make huge careers for themselves. Correct score today looks at the 23 players who lifted the AFCON 2013 tournament with the Super Eagles of Nigeria, and what they’re up to 13 years after the triumph. 1. Vincent Enyeama: The two-time CAF Champions League winners…
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A building in Johannesburg collapsed on Monday leaving six people dead A first-floor concrete slab collapsed at a two-storey building in Amethyst Business Park in Ormonde, south of Johannesburg on Monday, leaving six people dead, two others trapped, three others missing, while one person was rescued. Johannesburg MMC for public safety Mgcini Tshwaku described the incident as “devastating”. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and all those affected by this devastating incident,” he said. Tshwaku said preliminary reports indicated that the concrete slab which divided the building into two storeys gave way, causing major structural failure. Emergency…
President John Dramani Mahama is Ghana’s president Mahama cautions against use of western benchmarks as standard for African democracyPresident John Dramani Mahama has urged African countries to rethink how they measure their progress, cautioning against constantly comparing themselves to Western nations at a time when many of those countries are grappling with deep political and social challenges.He made the remarks on Monday, March 2, 2026, during the opening of the 2026 judicial year of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights in Arusha.Speaking to an audience of judges, diplomats, and civil society actors, President Mahama said Africa must take…
Ben Nsiah is the Executive Director of CEMSE The Executive Director of the Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy (CEMSE), Ben Nsiah, has warned that the ongoing joint US-Israeli attacks could have ripple effects on Ghana’s fuel prices during the second pricing window of March 2026, citing increases on the international petroleum market.According to him, while fuel products remain available locally, consumers should prepare for higher pump prices ahead of the second pricing window, which begins on March 16.He explained that the recent escalation in global prices will largely reflect on the domestic market.Speaking in an interview with GhanaWeb…
Dr Jerome Emmanuel Abaka-Cann is an eye specialist Preventable vision loss remains one of Ghana’s most pressing yet under-discussed public health challenges, according to Ghanaian optometrist, Dr Jerome Emmanuel Abaka-Cann.In an interview with GhanaWeb, Dr Abaka-Cann revealed that an estimated 230,000 people in Ghana are blind, with many more living with severe visual impairment that significantly limits their ability to work, learn and fully participate in daily life.“Conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic eye disease and hypertensive retinopathy often develop without early symptoms. By the time vision changes are noticed, permanent damage has frequently occurred,” he said.Dr Abaka-Cann recounted how he…
Armed bandits have attacked Janjala Village in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State, injuring one person and abducting an unspecified number of residents. Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 12:30 am on March 2 when the assailants stormed the village and began shooting sporadically. According to the sources, two residents of the community, Yusuf Abdulwahab and Idris Ahmed, later reported the incident at the divisional headquarters in Kagarko, bringing along a victim identified as Shamsu Adamu, 25, who sustained a gunshot wound to the stomach. “The victim was immediately rushed to the General Hospital,…
NIGERIA RANKS LAST IN WEST AFRICA PASSPORT POWER RANKING — 2026(Ranked Within West Africa)1 🇬🇭Ghana — 1st2 🇨🇻Cape Verde — 2nd 3 🇬🇲Gambia — 3rd 4 🇧🇯Benin — 4th 5 🇸🇱Sierra Leone — 5th 6 🇸🇳Senegal — 6th 7 🇧🇫Burkina Faso — 7th 8 🇹🇬Togo — 8th9 🇳🇪Niger — 9th 10 🇨🇮Côte…— StatiSense (@StatiSense) February 27, 2026
Veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Silva, wife of movie industry icon Olu Jacobs, has reflected on their love story and marriage. Naija News reports that the 64-year-old actress, during her recent appearance on TVC’s Your View, admitted that their relationship started as love at first sight for her husband, but it was not exactly the same for her. Offering rare insight into her decades-long union with Olu Jacobs, Joke Silva revealed that they met on a movie set. The actress also revealed one of the perks of marrying an older man, noting that they allow their wives to get away with…
Jacks, right, has been the best performer for England. | Photo Credit: AP South Africa and England cruised into the T20 World Cup semifinals winning all their matches in the Super Eight stage. Both have played some outstanding cricket and look the likely finalists.But then, a T20 match can turn on its head in a matter of deliveries and New Zealand will be hoping to get that over or two against South Africa, which will turn the game their way.It’s never easy to captain a team in any form of the game, but in this ultra-short format, it’s even tougher…
Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Kenya Airways And TUI Airline Holidays Partner To Relaunch KQ Holidays, Showcasing Kenya As A Premier Year-Round Leisure Destination Published on March 2, 2026Kenya Airways (KQ), which serves as Kenya’s national airline, has partnered with TUI Airline Holidays, a division of the worldwide TUI Group, to reactivate KQ Holidays, which functions as a travel platform dedicated to showcasing Kenya as an active and environmentally friendly holiday destination that operates throughout the entire year. The partnership brings together Kenya Airways’ vast global network and TUI’s expertise in curating exceptional holiday experiences to offer travellers a seamless,…
Ziblim Alhassan with Gideon Aryeequaye after their agency engagements The Acting Executive Director of the Ghana Library Authority, Ziblim Alhassan, has held a strategic meeting with the leadership of the Creative Arts Agency of Ghana to explore collaboration aimed at strengthening Ghana’s creative and literacy sectors.The meeting, held on Monday, March 2, 2026, brought together officials from both institutions and was led on the side of the Creative Arts Agency by its Acting Executive Secretary, Gideon Aryeequaye.The discussions centred on identifying practical areas of partnership, particularly in promoting reading culture, nurturing creative talents among young people, and transforming library spaces…
Teachers in rural areas are to receive new incentive packages | File Photo The Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, has announced a new incentive package aimed at encouraging teachers to accept postings to rural and underserved communities.Speaking during a courtesy call by top awardees of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), Dr Apaak said the government is introducing a 20 percent salary top-up for teachers who choose to work in deprived areas. The move, he explained, is part of a broader effort to close the gap between urban and rural schools and give every Ghanaian child a…
Parin FC striker Michael Ayertey Parin FC is on course to win the Accra North District Football Association (ANDFA) Zone Two league after beating Desire FC 2-0 at the Police Deport Park in Accra.It was a must win for Parin FC, if they had to keep their title aspirations on course, but not without a fight from Desire FC, whose position on the league table is not favourable.With this, an intense battle was anticipated and this indeed reflected in the game, as both sides seek to undo each other with action swinging from one side to the other.With no comprise,…
John Dramani Mahama is Ghana’s President President John Dramani Mahama believes the current high gold prices present a unique opportunity to build a bouyant economic to shield the country from future financial shock.Describing it as an economic war chest, President Mahama explained that it will improve living standards, and create lasting prosperity for future generations.The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), since its establishment,has been positioned to lead the accumulation of foreign exchange reserves by purchasing gold from Artisanal Small-scale miners and some large-Scale Mining firms. To begin with, it plans to purchase 127 tonnes of gold annually from licensed miners across…
Prisoners gather inside Chikurubi Maximum prison before their release (file photo) Zimbabwe on Monday began releasing nearly 4,000 inmates who were granted presidential amnesty in a bid to ease overcrowding in prisons.The cabinet announced the amnesty in February on the same day it approved sweeping changes to the constitution as part of a plan to extend 83-year-old President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term till 2030. “The nation should note that the release of the 3,978 beneficiaries begins today,” Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi said at a press conference in the capital Harare. Zimbabwe’s prisons held just over 24,000 inmates in the second quarter…
Ghana will join the international community on March 3 to commemorate World Wildlife Day (WWD) 2026 under the theme “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods.” In a press release issued by the Forestry Commission, the Commission highlighted the critical role medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) play in traditional medicine, healthcare delivery, biodiversity conservation and local economic development. Foundation of Global Healthcare Citing the World Health Organization, the Commission noted that medicinal and aromatic plants form the foundation of many healthcare systems worldwide. Numerous active pharmaceutical compounds are derived from natural plant sources, underlining the continued reliance of…
National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has allayed concerns over a possible fuel shortage, assuring consumers that the country has adequate petroleum stocks despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East.Director of Economic Regulation and Planning at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Abass Ibrahim Tasunti, in an interview with Citi Business News, downplayed concerns that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could disrupt Ghana’s supply of petroleum products.He stressed that the country currently has sufficient fuel stocks, with additional cargoes expected.Abass Ibrahim Tasunti added that operations at the Sentuo Oil Refinery are also helping to complement imports and strengthen domestic supply.“We shouldn’t…
The stage is set for the 3rd National Para Games, Nigeria’s largest and most prestigious para-sport event, scheduled to hold from 26 March to 3 April in Abuja. For nine days, the nation’s capital will host more than 3,000 athletes representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), competing in 15 sports in what organisers describe as a celebration of resilience, excellence and inclusion. National Para Games Organised by the National Sports Commission (NSC), the Games have evolved into a key fixture on Nigeria’s sporting calendar, serving as a platform for talent identification, national unity and the advancement…
A chilling report released today at the State House by the NCAJ reveals that Kenya’s roads have become increasingly lethal, with 5,009 deaths recorded in 2025. This surge exceeds the national annual average of 4,000 fatalities, costing the economy a staggering Sh450 billion every year. While Public Service Vehicle (PSV) fatalities dropped by 10% during the recent festive season, private vehicle accidents are rising. Major concerns remain centered on boda boda risks and nighttime crashes involving long-distance trucks. Despite a 25% success rate in virtual traffic courts, pedestrian vulnerability and poor infrastructure continue to drive these tragic numbers.
Oliver Barker-Vormawor is a convenor of Democracy Hub Lawyer and activist, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, says the High Court ruling clearing Baba Jamal to contest the Ayawaso East by-election does not end efforts to challenge the monetisation of elections in the country.Speaking to journalists after court proceedings on Monday, March 3, 2026, he noted that the court had considered several objections filed by pressure group Democracy Hub, dismissing some but ruling in their favour on others.Accra High Court throws out Democracy Hub suit against Baba Jamal“Whatever the case may be, it doesn’t foreclose the matter for us. There are many avenues to…
Rose Yeboah and Kennedy Ocansey are Ghanaian athletes Ghanaian high jumpers Kennedy Ocansey and Rose Yeboah delivered standout performances at the prestigious Big Ten Championships in the United States, further enhancing Ghana’s growing reputation on the collegiate athletics stage.Competing for the University of Illinois, Kennedy Ocansey soared to a remarkable clearance of 2.18m to clinch gold in the men’s high jump on Saturday. The victory marks a significant milestone in his collegiate career and underscores his steady rise within one of the NCAA’s most competitive conferences.Ocansey, who developed through Ghana’s athletics system before transitioning to the American collegiate circuit continues…
The first National Forum on Women in Government and Media has been held at Jubilee House in Accra, bringing together female leaders from public office and the media to strengthen collaboration, enhance visibility, and rebuild public trust. Convened by the Government Communications Office on 19 February 2026 under the patronage of President John Dramani Mahama, the forum was held on the theme “Leadership, Visibility, & Public Trust.” The high-level gathering aimed to deepen cooperation between women shaping policy and those shaping national narratives. The event assembled female ministers, deputy ministers, chief executives, members of parliament, senior public officers, and media…
In a landmark move to boost financial literacy and human capital development in Ghana, the University of Gold Coast and the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening collaboration in finance education, professional development, and executive training.The signing ceremony was attended by key officials from both institutions, including the Chancellor of Gold Coast University, Bishop Dr Gideon Titi-Ofei, and ICAG’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Eric Oduro Osae.Speaking at the event, Bishop Dr Gideon Titi Ofei described the agreement as a strategic step toward establishing a comprehensive partnership that extends beyond a…
By Adedapo Adesanya Nigeria’s net foreign exchange reserves rose 50.6 per cent to $34.80 billion at the end of 2025, marking a sharp improvement in the country’s external liquidity position. Net foreign exchange reserves refer to a country’s readily available external reserve assets after deducting short-term foreign liabilities. This is unlike gross foreign exchange reserves, which are the full stock of external reserve assets held by a country’s central bank, without subtracting any liabilities or commitments. In a statement issued on Monday by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), citing the Governor, Mr Yemi Cardoso, it was disclosed that net…
HSBC Asset Management argues several emerging markets are entering a structurally bullish phase, highlighting South Africa’s improving fiscal stance and policy credibility. The budget projects rising primary surpluses and a peak in the debt-to-GDP ratio, while higher commodities and high real yields support confidence. With the MSCI South Africa up sharply in USD terms, reforms and external tailwinds are seen enhancing EM’s long-term appeal.Reforms, yields and commodities bolster appeal”Several emerging market economies are moving into what looks like a sustained, structurally bullish phase – and South Africa is a case in point.””Last week’s budget reaffirmed a commitment to balancing the…
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Arnold Asamoah Baidoo is an entertainment analyst No Ghanaian Gospel song released in 2025 comes close to “Aha Ye” by Diana Hamilton, according to entertainment analyst Arnold Asamoah Baidoo.Speaking on Hitz Praise Zone on Hitz FM on March 1, 2026, Arnold acknowledged that other Gospel musicians also delivered notable songs during the year.He particularly praised the push and coordinated efforts behind some of those projects, but maintained that “Aha Ye” stands apart from the rest.“Piesie had one of the biggest songs. I wouldn’t deny that. She put in the work, the kind of PR machinery that she attached to the…
Beatrice Annan and Dr Callistus Mahama have courted the anger of Ofosu Nkansah Former Chief Executive Officer for NEIP, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has blamed the death of his father on Dr Callistus Mahama, who is the Secretary to the President, and Beatrice Annan, who works at the Jubilee House.He holds the view that he was held by National Security Operatives on the command of these two individuals at a time his sick father needed him.Kofi Ofosu Nkansah believes that if he had been free at the time, he would have been able to pull some strings, which might have saved…
The APC Youth Wing West Africa has a new name APC Youth Network West Africa (formerly APC Youth Wing West Africa), a recognised Support Group of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has formally secured approval for its new name following constitutional guidance from the leadership of the Party.The group, previously known as APC Youth Wing West Africa, will now operate as APC Youth Network West Africa, after receiving official approval from the APC National Secretariat. A formal letter of approval has been issued to that effect.The approval followed a structured engagement between the group and the National Secretariat of the…
By: Akosua Frema Frempong The Ghana Hotels Association has held it 13th biennial congress in Kumasi with a call for crackdown on unregistered, unlicensed and substandard hospitality facilities by regulatory bodies to sanitize the sector and ensure safety standards. The pushing for this action is to create a fair, competitive and safe environment for licensed operators, as the sector is recognized as an engine for Ghana’s economic development and growth of Gross Domestic Product. Founded in 1975, the Ghana Hotels Association is the primary trade organization representing the interests of hotel owners and hospitality establishments across Ghana. Having celebrated its 50th…
Ghana midfielder Mohammed Kudus is expected to return to action in April as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury. The influential attacker sustained the injury during a 1-1 draw with Sunderland on January 4 and was subsequently ruled out for up to three months. There have been no reports of any setbacks since, with Kudus continuing his rehabilitation programme. In February, he travelled to Amsterdam to consult a specialist he had previously worked with during his time at Ajax, as part of efforts to speed up his recovery. Kudus is now targeting a return to full training after…
Tension is mounting in Rivers State following allegations that the Chairman of Ahoada West Local Government Area, Mr. Eugene Epelle Cheta, supervised the assault of a teenage girl, Winnie Miller, for exposing the deplorable condition of a secondary school in Odiokwu community in the area. Residents of the area alleged that the girl had taken photographs and recorded videos of the decaying school infrastructure and shared them on social media to draw public attention to its condition. The affected school, located in Odiokwu, the hometown of the council chairman, is reportedly the only secondary school in the community. The town…
Gen EK Kotoka and Gen AA Afrifa, Colonels at the time of the coup Last Thursday marked the 60th anniversary of the overthrow of Kwame Nkrumah’s Convention People’s Party (CPP) government. It was a seismic political development which brought to a close to a one-party state which the country had become. The putsch took place while Nkrumah was on a state visit to North Vietnam and China, his government was overthrown in a violent coup d’état led by Col EK Kotoka and Col AA Afrifa, with the support of sections of the military and the police. The Chief of…
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Sarkodie (L) applauds IShowSpeed (R) for showcasing Ghana to the world Rapper Sarkodie has reacted to American streamer IShowSpeed’s recent visit to Ghana during his live-streamed, 20-country African tour in January 2026, calling it a major win for the continent.The 21-year-old, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr, boasts over 50 million subscribers on YouTube. His stop in Ghana was part of a broader African tour that drew huge online attention, with thousands tuning in daily to follow his movements across the continent.Speaking to UK-based Capital Xtra, Sarkodie said the young streamer is making a significant impact by using his…
The court has quashed Oliver’s suit and cleared the way for Baba Jamal (R) to contest the election An Accra High Court has dismissed an application by pressure group Democracy Hub, which sought to stop the Electoral Commission (EC) from recognising National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso East by-election, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, citing alleged vote-buying during the party’s recent parliamentary primaries.With the court dismissing the application, there is no legal barrier preventing Baba Jamal from contesting, allowing the Ayawaso East by-election to go ahead as scheduled on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.Can Baba Jamal stage a successful…
A validation platform to update and align the Climate Prosperity Plan to be at par with the objectives and vision of the current government has been held in Accra. At the Validation forum, the former President of the Maldives and Secretary General of the Climate Vulnerable Forum and V-20 Finance Ministers, Mohammed Nasheed said for nations to prosper, they have to add value to natural resources available in the country. The CPP validation also served as a platform to advocate for stronger global financial systems that prioritize the needs of climate-vulnerable nations. The former President of the Maldives and Secretary General of the…