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Award‑winning Ghanaian dancehall artiste Stonebwoy is receiving massive support ahead of his highly anticipated BHIM Festival, scheduled for August 15 at the iconic OVO Arena Wembley in London.Chief Executive Officer of Sam Creatives, Samuel Clottey — popularly known as Sam Creatives — says he is confident the Ghanaian music powerhouse will fill the famous arena when the festival takes place.In an interview, Sam Creatives revealed that he strongly believes thousands of fans from across the UK and beyond will troop to the venue. He added that he even had a dream in which huge crowds were gathered outside the arena…
Toyota Ghana by TTMG has unveiled the all-new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid in Ghana, marking another significant step in the company’s commitment to sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. The launch event, held at the company’s showroom on the Tema Motorway, brought together automobile enthusiasts, industry stakeholders, and members of the media to witness the unveiling of Toyota’s latest hybrid SUV. Speaking at the event, Head of Sales at Toyota Ghana by TTMG, Andrew Lamte highlighted the exceptional features of the vehicle, particularly the advantages of its hybrid technology. According to him, the hybrid system eliminates concerns about external charging during long-distance…
The writer This month the news about Africa continues to centre around the disturbing images from South Africa circulating worldwide on social media. Not even the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi could shift that. African migrants attacked, their shops looted, people chased, assaulted and blamed simply for being from another African country and seeking to make a living in South Africa. Incidentally, many of the people victimised claimed to have the right of residence in the country. It is painful. It is shameful. And, frankly, can turn many of us into incurable pessimists over the all-important task in front…
Entertainment Published May 25, 2026 at 4:33 PM Share Copy link Copied! Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Telegram The family of late Nollywood actor, Alexx Ekubo, has announced his burial arrangements, with funeral rites scheduled to end on June 18, 2026. Naija News recalls that the actor died on May 11 after battling kidney cancer. In an obituary statement posted on his Instagram page on Monday, the family urged the public to continue praying for the late actor, his wife, and the entire family during this difficult period. According to the funeral programme, a service of songs will be held on…
Ghanaian powerhouse, Asante Kotoko SC could not hold their disappointment to themselves than bow to apologize to their fanbase, following an abysmal showoff in the just ended 2025/26 Ghana Premier league.The Porcupine Warriors who had to employ three different coaches to manage the outfit, failed to finish amongst the top six teams as they placed 8th after losing 2-1 to Swedru All Blacks FC in the final day fixture at home, Kumasi Baba Yara Sports Stadium.Kotoko lost against Bechem United FC 3-1 in week 33 fixture and proceeded to suffer defeat to All Blacks in week 34 fixture in front…
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has announced plans to leverage its over $20 billion balance sheet to support businesses in Ghana and help sustain the country’s improving macroeconomic recovery. The Group Managing Director (GMD) of United Bank for Africa, Oliver Alawuba, who made the remarks at a customer forum in Accra on May 20, stated that the bank was ready to deepen partnerships with companies by providing financial support, technical expertise and market access opportunities across Africa. He explained that Ghana’s improving inflation outlook, exchange rate stability and renewed investor confidence had created favourable conditions for business growth and investment…
Agbodza Defends ‘General Items’ in Road Contracts, Says Spending Boosts Efficiency, Not Waste
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has justified the inclusion of general items in road contracts, arguing that such provisions are essential for supporting the operations of agencies under the ministry and ensuring efficient service delivery.Speaking during an inspection of the Ghana Highways Authority’s North East Regional Office on Sunday, May 24, 2026 — a facility constructed using funds generated from general items in contracts — Mr Agbodza dismissed claims that the expenditures were wasteful.He noted that despite the severe economic challenges Ghana faced between 2022 and 2024, critical infrastructure and office projects were still delivered.“I am…
Ghana on Monday launched an electronic visa (e-Visa) application service, to enable travelers who require visas to enter Ghana to apply through an online platform, thereby eliminating the need for lengthy application forms and supporting document submissions via mail or courier services. Launching the service, President Mahama said the previous visa-on-arrival arrangement for African travelers has therefore been discontinued and replaced with a fully electronic process aimed at improving border management, transparency and security. What this means is that the financial barrier for African travel has been removed and what remains firmly in the commitment to security, order and effective…
Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has launched a strong critique of the government’s efforts to combat illegal mining, arguing that there is little evidence to suggest the fight against galamsey is yielding meaningful results.Speaking on JoyNews on May 25, 2026, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmaker questioned claims that significant progress is being made, pointing instead to the continued pollution of rivers and water bodies across the country.“There’s no fight. Where is the fight?” he asked.According to Awuah, the success of any anti-galamsey campaign should be judged by visible improvements on the ground rather than…
A drone view shows queued dump trucks at Gold Fields Mine in Tarkwa, Ghana, April 11, 2025. REUTERS/Francis Kokoroko ACCRA, May 25 (Reuters) – Ghana’s government is committed to renewing the mining lease for Gold Fields’ Tarkwa mine, it said on Monday, adding that it will subject the South African miner to fresh scrutiny of its plans before any renewal is granted. Isaac Andrews Tandoh, CEO of Ghana’s Minerals Commission, the sector regulator, denied the government was delaying the lease renewal process, saying officials had held meetings with Gold Fields as recently as last Friday. Tandoh said the company must present its development…
The Deputy Minister for Health, Prof. Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has announced that government is targeting a 20% reduction in maternal mortality by December 2026 as part of intensified efforts to improve maternal healthcare delivery across the country. She made the announcement during a working visit to the Awutu Senya East Municipal Health Directorate under Phase 3 of the Maternal Mortality Action and Response Programme (MMARP), aimed at strengthening frontline healthcare systems and reducing preventable maternal deaths. Prof. Ayensu-Danquah expressed concern that maternal mortality remains Ghana’s only worsening health indicator, revealing that over 950 maternal deaths were recorded last year despite…
By Prince Acquah Ajumako (C/R), May 25, GNA – Work has resumed earnestly on the Nursing Training College and College of Education projects in Ajumako Bisease, which were abandoned about a decade ago. The two massive projects in the Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam District which commenced in 2014 stalled after 2016, leaving them to deteriorate despite persistent clamours by residents. However, when the Ghana News Agency (GNA) visited the sites on Thursday, May 21, 2026, workers were seen busily working to complete the projects with expanded scopes. The projects, scheduled for completion in 24 months, are being funded by the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) with the Central Regional Coordinating Council (CRCC) as the implementing agency. The College of Education project, divided into…
Ghana suffered a 2-0 defeat to Mexico in an international friendly in Puebla on Friday as both nations continued preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The encounter provided Black Stars coach with another opportunity to assess his squad and give several players the chance to impress ahead of the announcement of Ghana’s final World Cup squad. Goalkeeper Benjamin Asare retained his place in the starting lineup, protected by defenders Jan Kwasi Gyamerah, Nathaniel Adjei, Oscar Oppong and Terry Yegbe. Captain Majeed Ashimeru started in midfield alongside Emmanuel Agyei, Ibrahim Osman and Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, while Daniel Agyei partnered Felix…
Suspect Abdul Manan with the exhibits The Northern Regional Special Operations Team, known as Red Maria, embarked on a routine anti-drug peddling operation within the Tamale Metropolis aimed at clamping down on the activities of persons engaged in the sale and distribution of illicit drugs. During the operation, the team, acting upon intelligence, proceeded to Zujung, a suburb of Tamale, where one Abdul Manan, 33, a suspected drug dealer operating from an over-the-counter chemical shop, was arrested. According to the Northern Regional Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Inspector Alhassan Luckman Niendow, a search conducted in the suspect’s shop and…
The sudden dismissal of Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko late Friday marks the violent collision of two irreconcilable forces: the radical, anti-establishment populism that swept a new generation into power last year, and the cold, unyielding arithmetic of a sovereign debt crisis. By dissolving the government, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has signalled a high-stakes pivot away from ideological resistance and toward fiscal pragmatism, effectively ending a fragile dual-executive experiment that critics always maintained was structurally unsustainable. The executive order—announced abruptly on state television by presidential aide Oumar Samba Ba—relieved all ministers of their duties, plunging the West African nation into…
Most Fr. Rev Emmanuel Kofi Fianu – Chairman of National Peace Council (NPC) It is heartwarming to note the subtle admission by the National Peace Council (NPC) that there is a rising political tension in the country. With the arrests of New Patriotic Party (NPP) aligned persons by hooded men in the sometimes dead of night, why won’t there be fear and panic across the country. The give-and-take engagements between activists of the two dominant parties on social media add to the tension, especially in the wake of arrests of only NPP youth. While we welcome the observation as…
Kwesi Pratt Jnr The Managing Editor of The Insight newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr., has called on President John Dramani Mahama to sack appointees of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) who are pursuing their personal ambitions of succeeding him instead of supporting his efforts to deliver on the party’s promises to Ghanaians. Speaking on Pan African TV, Mr. Pratt alleged that growing internal power struggles within the governing NDC have created unhealthy competition among appointees, distracting them from helping the President achieve his vision. According to him, rivalry among ministers who have been appointed by President Mahama to help him…
A national vaccine perception survey has revealed strong public confidence in vaccines among Ghanaians, effectively challenging the perception of widespread hesitancy. Findings of the survey conducted by the National Vaccine Institute (NVI) show that Ghanaians largely regard vaccines as life-saving interventions. The survey also highlights growing national pride and willingness among citizens to support locally manufactured vaccines once production begins in 2027. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the NVI, Dr Sodzi Sodzi-Tettey, disclosed this in Accra last Friday and said the study covered all the 16 regions and 55 districts. He said 13,905 valid responses were analysed, making the…
A joint anti-illegal mining task force has arrested two Chinese nationals during a dawn operation targeting organised illegal mining (galamsey) activities along the Dankai River corridor in Sanfo Adiam, Amansie East.The operation, conducted by the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) between 4 am and 7 am on Sunday, May 24, 2026, followed what officials described as credible intelligence on ongoing illegal mining activities along the river.According to NAIMOS, the joint team mobilised from the Manso Adubia operational base in the pre-dawn hours, using the cover of darkness and the element of surprise to intercept miners before they could abandon…
Shan George Popular Nigerian actress, Shan George, has spoken strongly against cheating in marriage, stating that sleeping with another man’s wife attracts curses. In a post on Facebook, the actress condemned infidelity and advised couples to settle their marital issues peacefully instead of cheating on each other. “Sleeping with another man’s wife is a ‘TUFIAKWA’ that carries generational curses,” she wrote. Shan George also advised women who are unhappy in their marriages to walk away instead of engaging in extramarital affairs. “As for the ladies, please, if the marriage taya you, after trying all your best, please leave the…
For nearly eight years, President Nana Akufo-Addo and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia endured one of the harshest waves of political abuse ever witnessed in Ghana’s Fourth Republic. The attacks did not merely target policy. They targeted personality, family, ethnicity, religion, intelligence, dignity, and humanity itself. Senior figures of the National Democratic Congress stood on platforms, on television screens, on radio stations, and on social media and hurled some of the most vicious rhetoric in modern Ghanaian politics. Rhetoric that was defended at the time as democracy and free speech. Former President John Dramani Mahama popularised narratives describing the Akufo-Addo administration…
Residents of Dodome-Dogblome in the Ho West District of the Volta Region have expressed relief following the commissioning of a mechanised borehole facility to provide safe and reliable drinking water for the community.For decades, the community relied on a stream as its primary source of water, despite concerns over safety and sanitation. Residents say the situation exposed them to waterborne diseases and other dangers associated with accessing water from the bush.Assembly Member for the Awuiasu/Dogbloma Electoral Area, Hon. Gabriel Anku, said the community had struggled with access to potable water since his childhood.“Since infancy, when I was born, there has…
Three people have been confirmed dead, while 34 suspects have been arrested following a deadly shooting incident linked to a chieftaincy dispute in Funsi in the Wa East District of the Upper West Region.The violence, which occurred on the night of May 22, 2026, has heightened tensions in the community, prompting a major security operation by the Upper West Regional Police Command to restore calm and prevent further clashes.In a statement, the police disclosed that officers responded to distress calls reporting a shooting incident in the Gbelonosi section of Funsi, where two people had allegedly been killed.Upon arriving at the…
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At least six schoolchildren were defiled in the Upper East Region between July 2025 and March 2026, with a teacher among the suspects arrested in connection with the cases, raising fresh concerns about the safety of children, particularly within school environments. Among the cases, two were recorded in the Talensi District, where one suspect has been arrested and another is at large; two in the Bawku Municipality, involving one suspect who is at large, and two in the Bolgatanga Municipality, involving a teacher who has been arrested and granted bail. During the same period, the region recorded a total of…
By Francis Ntow Accra, May 24, GNA – The Ghana Chamber of Mines is calling for sustained and enhanced safety measures across the sector, warning that recent progress in reducing fatalities must not lead to complacency. The push comes after Ghana’s mining industry cut deaths by more than half in 2025, with fatalities falling from seven in 2024 to three, as the industry works towards its goal of zero fatalities. Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, made the call at the 2025 Mine Performance Awards and the launch of the 2026 Inter-Mines First Aid and…
Nadia Buari Ghanaian actress Nadia Buari has paid an emotional tribute to the late Beverly Afaglo, using her social media platform to reflect on the fragility of life and the need to show kindness to others before the opportunity passes. In her tribute, Nadia described the particular pain of sudden loss and the disorientation it leaves behind. “One day someone is laughing with you, and the next moment they are gone,” she wrote, capturing the abruptness of a loss that has moved Ghana’s entertainment community deeply. She also addressed what she described as the reality of hidden personal struggles, noting…
The President of Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt E.S Okraku has confirmed his decision to run for the top position for the third-term, Ghanaian Journalist Kolog Bonaventure can exclusively report.The provision of the GFA status revised in 2019 led by Dr. Kofi Amoah provided two terms for every elected GFA boss with article 37 explicitly outlining the term of office for the GFA President, members of the Executive Council, and Regional/District Chairmen.Nonetheless, the former MTN FA Cup committee chairman Kurt Okraku has effected amendments with the length of mandate for these positions is four (4) years as the GFA president…
EU, Expertise France launch €2.5m “Sankofa II” to support Ghana’s cultural ecosystem – Ghana Business News HomeGeneral NewsEU, Expertise France launch €2.5m “Sankofa II” to support Ghana’s cultural ecosystem
Let me begin with some commendation to the above-named for the thorough work done and their recommendations. One caveat here. I only watched the video of Prof. Akosa’s delivery of the report, so I may have missed something. I want to take respectful issues with their work and our national culture of burying our heads in the sand. First, the idea that the findings of the committee are new is astonishing. This “no-bed syndrome” has bedevilled us for decades. Indeed, I suggest respectfully that it was with us when the venerable Prof. Badu Akosa was the Director-General of the Ghana…
Police in Ghana’s Northern Region have arrested a 33-year-old suspected drug dealer in an anti-drug operation at Zujung in the Tamale Metropolis, recovering large quantities of Tramadol and other controlled substances.The suspect, identified as Abdul Manan, was picked up on Friday during what police described as a routine operation aimed at curbing the sale and distribution of illicit drugs in the area.According to a press release from the Public Relations Unit of the Northern Regional Command of the Ghana Police Service, the arrest followed intelligence indicating the suspect’s alleged involvement in drug peddling activities.Chief Inspector Abu Issahaku led the operation,…
A football match in the Bono Region descended into chaos after referee Awal Mamudu and his assistants were allegedly assaulted by supporters during the BARFA Super Middle League grand finale at Dormaa’s Nana Agyemang Badu Park. The shocking incident occurred on Friday, May 22, 2026, following a controversial penalty decision awarded to Bectero Sasana FC in the second half of extra time against Katakyie Stars. According to reports, the decision sparked furious protests from Katakyie Stars players and supporters, who believed the penalty was wrongly awarded. The situation soon spiralled out of control as angry fans invaded the pitch and confronted the match officials. Viral…
Ghana and US hold talks to advance satellite technology and AI framework Ghana’s ICT ministry has held talks with a US government delegation to deepen bilateral cooperation in digital transformation. The discussions focused on satellite technology governance, artificial intelligence strategy, and digital skills development to advance both nations’ technological goals, the ministry said in a statement. The US delegation included National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) representatives alongside US embassy officials.
Heartbreaking Video of Late Beverly Afaglo Eulogising Best Friend Roselyn Ngissah Sparks Sorrow
A deeply emotional throwback interview featuring the late veteran actress Beverly Afaglo Baah has resurfaced online following her sudden passing on Sunday, May 24, 2026In the archival footage, originally granted to veteran broadcaster Okyeame Quophi, Beverly spoke extensively about her unbreakable, protective bond with actress Roselyn NgissahThe video has left netizens in tears, with thousands expressing severe concern for Roselyn’s emotional well-being, as she is forced to handle the death of her best friend just months after burying her motherThe profound tragedy of Beverly Afaglo’s untimely demise has evolved into a touching, tearful masterclass in real-world loyalty, as details of…
The President of the Federation of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE), Davies Narh Korboe, has stated that Ghana has the potential to achieve food self-sufficiency and compete globally in agriculture.Speaking in an interview ahead of the third edition of the Ghana Horticulture Expo 2026, scheduled for June 11 to 13, Mr. Korboe said Ghana has the land, climate and human resource needed to strengthen food security and grow the agriculture sector.“Ghana possesses the land, the people, the climate, and the potential to feed itself and compete globally. Agricultural self-reliance is not merely an economic ambition; it is a national responsibility.According to him,…
Thousands of Ghanaian pilgrims in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have begun their evacuation from Makkah to Mina ahead of the commencement of the main rites of the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage.Officials of the Pilgrims Affairs Office of Ghana (PAOG) say the movement of pilgrims started earlier than scheduled to ensure a smooth and timely transition to Mina, where pilgrims will spend the Day of Tarwiyah before proceeding to Arafat.Speaking in an exclusive interview in Makkah, a member of the PAOG Advance Team, Alhaji Mahaz Ibrahim, expressed confidence in the arrangements put in place for the evacuation exercise.According to him, officials…
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Entertainment Published May 25, 2026 at 8:53 AM Share Copy link Copied! Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Telegram The Ghana movie industry and fans have been thrown into mourning following the demise of popular Ghanaian actress, Beverly Afaglo Baah. Naija News reports that Beverly’s death was confirmed by her husband cum musician, Eugene Kwadwo Boadu Baah, best known as Choirmaster. Choirmaster shared the sad news in an emotional Instagram post on Sunday, May 24, describing Beverly as his strength, happiness, and greatest supporter. Reflecting on their life together, Choirmaster said every Moment with Beverly was a blessing he would cherish forever.…
The Ghana Meteorological Agency has forecast thunderstorms across coastal and inland areas throughout the day on May 25A rainstorm moving from the Gulf of Guinea is expected to bring cloudiness and varying intensities of rainfall over southern GhanaOfficials also warned that the storms could be accompanied by moderate to strong winds, urging residents to take precautionsResidents in coastal and inland areas of Ghana should brace for thunderstorms and possible rainfall from this morning into the afternoon, according to the Ghana Meteorological Agency.In its latest update issued on Monday, May 25, 2026, the agency indicated that thunderstorms, with or without rain,…
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has explained why the Ministry’s road inspection tours sometimes extend late into the night, stressing that the team works to meet targets rather than being constrained by the time of day.According to him, sunset should not be viewed as a reason to suspend work when contractors are operating around the clock on various road projects.Speaking to the media in Saboba during a road inspection tour of the North East Region on Sunday, May 24, 2026, Mr. Agbodza said the Ministry remains committed to completing its daily inspection schedules, regardless of whether…
Nollywood actress Basira Beere has shared details about her past marriage, saying she experienced domestic violence that affected her health and personal life. Naija News reports that in a recent interview on the Talk To B podcast, she said she went ahead with the marriage despite advice from friends who felt her partner was not on the same social level as her. She added that she believed in building a life with him and even took on a large part of the wedding expenses, covering most of the cost. According to her, the relationship changed shortly after the wedding when…
The platform is designed to provide Ghana’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (“MSMEs”) with an integrated digital environment enabling business registration, accounting, bookkeeping, VAT payment, tax filing, and compliance management through a unified infrastructure platform developed in coordination with the Ghana Revenue Authority. Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd., a Singapore-headquartered digital infrastructure holding company focused on building and operating sovereign-scale technology ecosystems across emerging markets, today announced the official nationwide deployment of its digital tax and MSME formalization platform in partnership with the Ghana Revenue Authority (“GRA”) through Trident Aliska Digital Tech Ghana Ltd. (“Trident Aliska Digital Tech”), the Company’s…
Cedi at 60: Tracing Ghana’s Currency Journey from Cowries to the Modern Ghana Cedi Ghana’s cedi has become the worst-performing currency in sub-Saharan Africa in 2026, falling to GH¢11.61 to the dollar amid rising foreign currency demand and economic pressure.
ALSALE Services Limited (ALSALE), a banking equipment support services company, recently organised a software and hardware training session for its engineers on ATMs and Bulk Cash Deposit Machines in Accra, led by a representative from GRG Banking. The training aimed to enhance the engineers’ technical skills and improve service quality. ALSALE is currently the exclusive provider of GRG bulk deposit machines in Ghana, certified by the Bank of Ghana. The bulk deposit machine and recycler ATM offer a comprehensive solution for banks in deposit mobilisation. The machines can function as self-service ATMs to receive bulk cash deposits both on-site and…
Gold Fields The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) has committed GH¢320,000 toward 2026 World Malaria Day activities in the Tarkwa Nsuaem and Prestea Huni-Valley municipalities, partnering the municipal assemblies and health directorates. The commemoration, held under the theme “Drive to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must.”, took the form of a community forum in Tarkwa. It drew queen mothers, assembly members, unit committee members, Water and Sanitation (WATSAN) committee members and school children from the mine’s host communities. GFGF Executive Secretary Abdel-Razak Yakubu said the funding would cover the celebration and a range of related activities, including expanded…
Minister of Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has called on Ghanaians to take an active role in monitoring road projects in their communities and report any irregularities to authorities.He said public vigilance is helping the government expose poor workmanship and improve accountability in the execution of road projects across the country.Speaking at a citizens’ engagement at Ndewura Jakpa Senior High School in the Savannah Region on Saturday, May 23, Mr. Agbodza encouraged young people to closely follow ongoing road works and provide real-time updates to officials.“I want to thank the public for this level of vigilance. And I want…
President Tinubu President Bola Tinubu won the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary on Saturday and acknowledged that his economic reforms have exacted a personal cost on him alongside millions of Nigerians since he took office in May 2023. Speaking in Abuja after securing the party ticket, Tinubu admitted the pressure of managing the country’s economic transition had caused him to lose both sleep and weight. He drew a direct parallel between his own experience and the hardship felt by ordinary citizens, framing his commitment to the reforms as a matter of personal obligation rather than political calculation. “If you…
The Joint Consultative Business Forum (JCBF), a coalition of major business and trade associations in Ghana, has thrown its support behind the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) in its efforts to regulate shipping charges and protect businesses from what it described as excessive and unjustified fees imposed by international shipping lines operating in the country.At a press conference held on May 21, 2026, the Forum said attempts by some shipping lines to seek legal injunctions against the Authority’s regulatory interventions were unfortunate and contrary to the national interest.The coalition, made up of groups including the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA),…
Social media platforms have been inundated with posts from South Africans expressing growing frustration over the government’s perceived failure to curb illegal immigration. Some have blamed undocumented migrants for the high levels of crime, unemployment and the spread of drugs. As a result of the demonstrations, the Ghana High Commission is now processing applications by some of those who said they want to return home. One 58-year-old man said he has lived in South Africa for more than 20 years. He said he initially entered the country on a tourist visa before later obtaining asylum documentation following what he described…
play videoScreenshoots of some of the videos released by the US Department of Defence The United States (US) President, Donald Trump, has authorised the release of hundreds of classified files on suspected sightings of aliens — Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) — in different parts of the world.The US Department of Defence (DOD) on Friday, May 22, 2026, released the second batch of the UFO files, having released the first batch on May 8, 2026.According to Reuters, one of the 222 files released on Friday contains 116 pages of documentation relating to a series of reported sightings and investigations in a…
