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The Dean of the School of Graduate Studies at the Cape Coast Technical University, Prof. Emmanuel Kwamina Bamfo-Agyei, says Ghana needs technologists to improve the country’s economy. He said more industries should be established to absorb the unemployed youth. At the second edition of the postgraduate research conference of Cape Coast Technical University on “Impact of Applied Research on National Development”, Prof. Bamfo-Agyei said the impact of applied research extended far beyond technological advancement. He said they reshaped economic landscapes by creating new industries and revolutionising existing ones. He argued that they influenced policy decisions by providing evidence-based solutions to…
A group of unposted environmental health professionals in Ghana has threatened to stage a demonstration on May 12 over delays in their recruitment, citing years of inaction despite repeated engagements with authorities.The Unposted Environmental Health Officers and Assistants Association of Ghana said its members have been awaiting postings and financial clearance since 2021, warning that patience within the group is running out.In a statement dated May 4, 2026, the association said a December 15, 2025, assurance by the Ministry of Local Government that their concerns would be presented to Cabinet has yet to yield any feedback.“It has now been almost…
Sports Ministry clarifies travel arrangements for Ghana relay team after Saminu criticism The Ministry of Sports in Ghana needs to better, don’t set us for failure. If it was “black stars” flights tickets will be ready month prior to their game. 14hrs flight 16hrs lay over is not acceptable for professional athletes. We running with jet lag,no proper recovery.— Saminu Abdul Rasheed (@rasheed_saminu) May 3, 2026
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, is Ranking Member on the Economic Committee of Parliament Member of Parliament for the Ofoase-Ayirebi Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has criticised the manner in which the recent 2025 financial accounts by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) was communicated to the public, cautioning against what he termed as the politicisation of the bank’s affairs.Addressing the issue at a Minority presser shared on social media on May 3, 2026, the former Minister of Information, asserted that BoG bypassed proper procedures by presenting their financial reports through the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Oppong Nkrumah contended that the official financial statements from…
The Ghana Prisons Service has issued a public disclaimer cautioning citizens against a growing wave of impersonation and fraud being perpetrated on social media platforms. In a statement dated 4th May 2026, the Service revealed that certain individuals are falsely posing as officials, including the Director-General, Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, to deceive unsuspecting members of the public for financial gain. The Prisons administration stressed that it does not authorise any individual to solicit money, gifts or personal information on its behalf through unofficial channels, particularly via social media. It further clarified that all recruitment processes and official engagements are conducted strictly through…
The 2026 edition of the MTN Business CTIO Roundtable Africa, held recently at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, drew a record turnout of C-suite executives, tech innovators, policymakers, and AI specialists. The forum shifted the narrative on artificial intelligence from job displacement to job creation, with a sharp focus on how Ghanaian businesses can harness AI to build new industries, upskill talent, and expand employment opportunities. Hosted under the theme “AI and the Future of Business,” the high-level roundtable opened with remarks from Angela Mensah-Poku, MTN’s Chief Enterprise Business Officer. She stressed that Africa cannot afford to be a…
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The suspect is due to appear before the Palm Ridge Commercial Crime Court on Monday, May 4 A 40-year-old Ghanaian man has been arrested by the South African Police Service (SAPS) for allegedly defrauding the South African Revenue Service (SARS).According to SAPS in a statement issued on May 3, 2026, the Ghanaian national was arrested at O. R. Tambo International Airport on Friday, May 1, 2026, after he was flagged on the Movement Control System (MCS), which linked him to a SAPS Linden case.Police further indicated that the suspect allegedly defrauded SARS by submitting fraudulent tax returns in 2017.Police arrest…
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The supporters leadership of Ghana Premier league side Nations FC, has petitioned the bank roller and President of the club Dr. Kwame Kyei to fire their head trainer Stephen Frimpong Manso.The Abrankese-based outfit recently being channeling out poor results, a such affecting their place on the 2025/26 Ghana Premier league table.Despite, Nations FC sealing their way through to the MTN FA Cup final are struggling to redefine their fate on the league standings, as their current position inches them closer to relegation.Nations FC after week 31 sits 13th position with three points adrift the relegation zone having amassed just 38…
Dr Julius Debrah – Chief of Staff. In a rare, deeply personal reflection at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Atomic, Chief of Staff, Dr. Samuel Julius Debrah on Sunday, April 26, 2026, offered Ghanaians a window into what loyalty looks like when it is practiced quietly, consistently, and at great personal cost. Speaking during a Thanksgiving service held to mark his 60th birthday, Dr. Debrah recounted the nature of his relationship with President John Dramani Mahama, describing it not as friendship nor closeness of spirit, but as a bond built strictly on duty, responsibility, and faithful service. The tribute,…
A total of 619,985 final-year junior high school (JHS) candidates will, from today, sit for this year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for School Candidates (SC) across the country. Up to 156 other candidates from Togo and Benin will also take the examination, which will end on Monday, May 11, 2026. This brings the total number of candidates for the 2026 examination to 620,141, according to statistics made available by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to the Daily Graphic. The candidates are from 20,390 public and private schools. The examination will be held at 2,302 centres across the country.…
A major African-led science–policy initiative aimed at transforming food systems, improving nutrition, and strengthening health outcomes has been officially launched in Accra at the University of Ghana.The initiative, known as the Africa Regional Collaborative for Agriculture, Nutrition, and Health (ANH-ARC), seeks to promote healthier, more equitable, and climate-resilient food systems across the continent through stronger evidence generation and policy coordination.Launched on April 30, 2026, the platform brings together leading African research and policy institutions to improve the use of scientific evidence in decision-making around diets, nutrition, and food systems transformation.ANH-ARC is co-led by the University of Ghana in Ghana, the…
Interim head coach Hamza Obeng has blamed defensive lapses for Asante Kotoko SC’s 2-0 defeat to Dreams FC, admitting his side struggled with organization at the back. Reflecting on the performance, Obeng pointed to a breakdown in concentration and structure in defence as the key factor behind the loss. “Well, I think a bit of a lack of concentration at the back line. That is where we had the problem,” he said. The coach further highlighted issues with positioning and coordination among his defenders, which left the team vulnerable. “There was disorganization at the back line, and we were not…
Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mahamudu Bawumia, says growing concerns over “dumsor” are taking a heavy toll on businesses across the country. Speaking at the 40th anniversary of the Mid-West Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Sunyani, Dr Bawumia said many Ghanaians had asked him to convey a clear message to the National Democratic Congress over the impact of the ongoing power outages. According to him, businesses are being hit hard as repeated power outages continue to disrupt operations and deepen uncertainty. Dr Bawumia also said young people are still waiting for the rollout of the proposed…
Six players. Six different games. All of them walked away from Easybet in 2026 with over a million rand in their pockets. The wins cover a wide range of slots, from a no-frills three-reel classic to some of the biggest titles in the world. Together they paint a picture of a platform that has been quietly creating millionaires all year long. Here is the full list. R3.6 Million in Gates of Olympus The biggest win of the year came on 7 March 2026. A player placed a R720 stake on Gates of Olympus and ended the session with R3,600,000. That…
When the Ghana Gold Board announced last week through its financials that it had assayed a total of 103.8 metric tonnes of ASM gold valued at $10.8 billion and 101 metric tonnes of large-scale gold valued at $9.7 billion in 2025 — while still ending the year with a surplus of over GH¢5.4 billion — it certainly told a story of a successful state entity. The new kid on the block, established through the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140), was set up to oversee, monitor and undertake the buying, selling and export of gold and other precious minerals.…
Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has shared that she no longer goes to church physically on Sundays. Naija News reports that she said the decision was due to the attention she gets whenever she attends services. In a video posted on her Snapchat page, the actress was seen at home making breakfast and preparing her children for church. While speaking in the video, she made it clear that she would not be joining them at the church venue but would instead take part in the service online. She explained that each time she attends church, people focus on…
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GameStop has made a $55.5bn (£40.9bn) unsolicited offer to take over e-commerce firm eBay, the video game retail chain said on Sunday. The cash-and-stock offer values eBay at $125 a share, $20 more than the shares were valued at the close of New York trading on Friday, GameStop said in a statement. In a letter to eBay, GameStop’s chief executive, Ryan Cohen, said he planned to make $2bn of cost savings at the firm within a year of the deal being completed. The BBC has contacted eBay for comment. GameStop said Cohen would be the chief executive of the combined company.…
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Ghana’s Florence Boakye Mensah delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 African and Para Armwrestling Championship, held at the Borteyman Sports Complex, clinching gold and silver medals in the Women’s 80kg+ Masters category. Her strong showing also secures qualification for the 2027 African Games in Cairo. Mensah, who won gold at the previous edition in Abuja, once again underlined her consistency on the continental stage with another podium finish. She will represent Ghana at the African Games alongside compatriot Afia Kumah and Nigeria’s Sandra Ndukwu. Speaking after the competition, Mensah admitted she was surprised to come up against long-time rival…
Ghana’s Black Stars have received a timely boost ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the return of Ernest Nuamah from injury. The talented winger is back in action after a lengthy spell on the sidelines, handing a major lift to both the team and head coach Carlos Queiroz as preparations intensify for the global tournament. The 22-year-old winger had been sidelined since April 5, 2025, after suffering a serious ACL injury that kept him out for over a year. After 391 days and missing 54 matches, Nuamah finally stepped back onto the pitch, coming on as a…
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has admitted that injuries to key players ahead of the 2026 World Cup are worrying. Abu Francis, Mohammed Kudus, and Mohammed Salisu are all currently nursing serious injuries which could force them to miss the Mundial this summer in North America. Speaking on the sidelines of the FIFA Congress in Vancouver over the weekend, Mr Okraku acknowledged the concern but expressed confidence in the team’s resilience. “I know we have some challenges with injuries to key players,” he told Footie Centre. “When I look at the list, it’s quite worrying, but…
Parliament Of Ghana The Majority in Parliament has rejected the opposition’s characterisation of the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) GH¢9.6 billion gold gain as a one-off accounting trick, arguing that the Minority’s assessment reflects a fundamental misreading of how central banks manage their balance sheets. The rebuttal follows a press conference on Sunday by the Minority, led by Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, in which the opposition declared the BoG “policy insolvent.” The Minority argued that stripping the GH¢9.6 billion gold gain from the Bank’s reported operating income of GH¢22.2 billion leaves only GH¢12.7 billion,…
Gun A food vendor has been killed in a fresh outbreak of violence in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region, deepening concerns over a conflict that has claimed multiple lives this year despite repeated security interventions and peace accords. Richmond Benye, 28, was shot by unidentified gunmen on Saturday evening, May 2, 2026, while going about his daily activities in the community where he was well known for his food vending business. He leaves behind a wife and a young child. No arrests have been made and the motive behind the attack remains under investigation. The killing marks…
Journalists Ghana has climbed to 39th place globally and 4th in Africa on the 2026 World Press Freedom Index published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), but the Media Research Institute (MRi) has cautioned that the improvement, while welcome, does not reflect the country’s full potential. RSF released the index on April 30, coinciding with World Press Freedom Day on May 3, under the theme “Shaping a Future of Peace.” Ghana’s global ranking improved by 13 places from 52nd in 2025, and its overall score rose from 67.13 to 72.20. On the continent, Ghana trails only South Africa, Namibia and Seychelles…
noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) Ghana is scaling up two evidence-based interventions to tackle the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with NCD-CareNet extending across three districts and a WhatsApp-based nutrition tool called Nutribot beginning national deployment from May 1, 2026. The initiatives, both developed under the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Global Health Research Centre for Non-Communicable Disease Control in West Africa, known as STOP NCD, were the centrepiece of a three-day international symposium held in Accra from April 28 to April 30. The gathering brought together health leaders, policymakers and researchers from more than 12 countries under…
President John Mahama A spiritualist and herbal medicine practitioner has advised President John Dramani Mahama to carry out a cabinet reshuffle before June 2026, warning that some ministers risk damaging the government’s image if left in post. Dr Nana Guan Bay, Chief Executive Officer of the Buan Bay Herbal and Spiritual Centre, made the call in an interview on Nhyira FM, citing predictions he said he made shortly after the December 7 general elections. “After the December 7 general elections, I prophesied that Mahama’s first year things will work very fine; however, in his second year, he will encounter the…
Team Ghana, popularly known as the Golden Arms, delivered a commanding performance at the 15th Africa Armwrestling Championship, finishing top of the medals table after a dominant showing at the Borteyman Sports Complex last Friday and Saturday.The host nation amassed an impressive 168 medals, made up of 71 gold, 63 silver and 34 bronze medals, underlining Ghana’s growing dominance in the sport on the continent.Benin, fielding a youthful side, placed second with 79 medals, comprising 23 gold, 28 silver and 27 bronze. South Africa finished third with 25 medals after winning 16 gold, five silver and four bronze, while Nigeria…
The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has called on stakeholders to sustain the progress made in promoting press freedom and protecting journalists across the country.In a statement to mark the 2026 World Press Freedom Day on Sunday, the Association commended Ghana’s improved ranking on the Press Freedom Index published by Reporters Without Borders, where the country moved from 52nd to 39th position.Ghana also ranked fourth in Africa on the index, an achievement the GJA attributed to consistent advocacy, constructive engagement and the commitment of stakeholders to advancing media freedom.“Your collective efforts, often undertaken under challenging conditions, remain vital in promoting truth,…
ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana has rejected a proposed health deal with the United States over concerns about data privacy and is now seeking a new agreement, an official said Friday. It was the latest African country to walk away from the deal over similar concerns.The deal included provisions that would have allowed U.S. entities access to Ghana’s sensitive health data without necessary safeguards, according to Arnold Kavaarpuo, executive director of Ghana’s Data Protection Commission.The scope of the data access that was requested under the deal “went far beyond what would typically be required,” Kavaarpuo told The Associated Press.A U.S. State…
The Minority in Parliament has disputed the Bank of Ghana’s reported operating loss of 15.6 billion cedis for 2025, arguing the true deficit is significantly higher due to accounting adjustments. Speaking at a press conference on Sunday (3 May), Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, MP for Ofoase/Ayirebi said the central bank’s actual operating loss stood at about 34.9 billion cedis, citing what he described as the use of “artificial recognition” to shift portions of the deficit into other comprehensive income. He added that when proceeds from gold sales are factored in, the total comprehensive loss rises to nearly 44 billion cedis. “The…
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Mali The coordinated attacks that swept across Mali on 25 April 2026 mark a turning point not just for Bamako and violent escalation in the Sahel, but for the wider West African region. They represent a critical inflexion point—one that exposes the fragility of Mali’s current security architecture and raises broader questions for West Africa, particularly Ghana, about the risks of overreliance on a single and external military partnership. What unfolded was not a routine security breach. It was a synchronised offensive targeting multiple strategic locations in the AES member state. The scale and coordination of these attacks revealed a…
Mr Samuel Alagkora Akolgo In Fugu The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) in the Builsa North Municipality has commissioned its new municipal office at the Sandema Hospital, naming the facility after the Association’s First Vice President, Mr Samuel Alagkora Akolgo, in recognition of his decades of service to the profession. The office, fully equipped with a computer, printer, and administrative tools, bears the inscription: “Buluk Pride: Samuel Alagkora Akolgo GRNMA Office.” The commissioning ceremony on April 27, 2026, brought together municipal and regional leadership of the Association. Municipal Chairman Mr Ashiley Nii Ayitey described the office as a…
Accra, May 3, GNA – The Reverend Canon Dr Lawrence Tetteh, President of the World Miracle Outreach, has called for urgent and deliberate efforts to promote reconciliation across Africa and its diaspora. He described reconciliation as a critical pathway to addressing leadership failures, ethnic divisions, and the persistent mistrust that continues to hinder the continent’s development. Delivering a plenary address at the AFReG 5 African Diaspora Christian Conference (ADCC) in Montego Bay, Jamaica, Rev. Canon Dr Tetteh said Africa’s challenges were not primarily due to a lack of resources or ideas, but rather a deficit of unity, trust, and shared identity. The conference,…
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has warned that candidates who assault examination officials during the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) will have their entire results cancelled and could be barred from writing future examinations for several years.The caution was issued by WAEC’s Head of Public Affairs, John Kapi, during an interview on Channel One News on Sunday, May 3, ahead of the nationwide examination scheduled to commence on Monday, May 4.According to him, the council is taking a firm stance against examination malpractice and misconduct, urging candidates to conduct themselves appropriately throughout the examination period.He explained that beyond…
Whitley Fund For Nature A Ghanaian marine conservationist has won one of the world’s most prestigious environmental prizes for his work protecting critically endangered guitarfish along Ghana’s western coastline, becoming the only Ghanaian among the six global winners of the 2026 Whitley Awards. Dr. Issah Seidu, a lecturer at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi and the founder of non-governmental organisation AquaLife Conservancy, received the award on April 29, 2026, at the Royal Geographical Society in London. Charity Patron HRH The Princess Royal presented the prize, which comes with £50,000 in project funding. The Whitley Awards,…
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President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Libreville, Gabon, to participate in the inaugural Libreville International Forum for Innovation and Development, a high-level event that brings together Heads of State, government officials, global investors, and technology experts.The forum, being held under the patronage of Mr Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, President of the Republic of Gabon, is on the theme “Political Stability, Business Climate, and Artificial Intelligence: Catalysts for Growth.”The forum seeks to position Gabon as a regional innovation hub and key destination for international investment.Organisers are holding the Forum to inaugurate the newly constructed Omar Bongo Ondimba Congress Centre, which…
Dreams FC continued their impressive late-season form with a 2-0 victory over Asante Kotoko SC on Matchday 31 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League at the Tuba Astroturf. Goals from Oumar Nafal and Ebenezer Adade in either half sealed the victory for the home side, while Kotoko’s struggles away from home persisted. Kotoko, without suspended Samba, handed the captain’s armband to Opoku, while youngster Lawson Kyei Manu retained his place in midfield for a second consecutive start. The hosts made a bright start and took control early in the game. After winning the first corner in the fifth minute, Dreams…
By Gilbert Azeem Tiroog, GNA Paga-Bayono (U/E), May 3, GNA – The Government has absorbed the St. Matthew Technical Vocational Institute at Paga-Bayono in the Kassena-Nankana West District, converting it into a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution. It is to begin operations in the 2026/2027 academic year. The Institute, initiated by Reverend Father Albert Wuuga, a Catholic Priest and Founder of Sharing God’s Blessing, Ghana, with support from the Follman Family in honour of the late Mathew David Follman, an American philanthropist, will now function as both a boarding and day school under the public system. The announcement was made…
The Ministry of Sports in Ghana needs to better, don’t set us for failure. If it was “black stars” flights tickets will be ready month prior to their game. 14hrs flight 16hrs lay over is not acceptable for professional athletes. We running with jet lag,no proper recovery.
The Minority in Parliament has cautioned the Bank of Ghana against what it describes as the growing politicisation of the central bank, warning that such actions could undermine its operational independence and credibility.The concern follows an incident in Parliament where members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), including some non-MPs, held a press conference within the precincts of the legislature to address the Bank’s audited accounts.Addressing the media on Sunday May 3, the Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, described the move as irregular and inappropriate, warning that political interference in the affairs of the central bank could…
In an attention-grabbing act of political and social media theatre, a transgender woman in Ghana has claimed that she’s the lover of a parliament member who supports anti-LGBTQ+ legislation moving through the country’s Parliament. The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill not only increases penalties for same-sex acts to up to five years in prison, but it also punishes “willful promotion” of homosexuality and incentivizes public accusations of Ghanaians in homosexual relationships. Related Earlier in April, Angel Maxine, self-described as “Ghana’s first openly trans artist,” declared in multiple social media posts that prominent Member of Parliament John Ntim Fordjour,…
Aduana FC were held to a frustrating goalless draw by ten-man Heart of Lions at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park in their Matchday 31 Ghana Premier League clash on Sunday. The match began at a lively pace, with both sides showing attacking intent and coming close to breaking the deadlock early on. Aduana were dealt an early setback when Charles Gyamfi Kamara, returning to the starting line-up, was forced off after just 14 minutes. The visitors had the clearest opportunity of the first half when Michael Ephson struck the woodwork in the 34th minute, moments before the game took…
Former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko has informed the New Patriotic Party’s 2028 flagbearer, Mahamudu Bawumia, of his decision to contest for the position of National Chairman of the party.Mr. Agyarko disclosed this during a courtesy call on Dr. Bawumia on May Day.According to a statement from his team, the visit gave him the opportunity to commend the former Vice President for his service to both the New Patriotic Party and the country.During the meeting, Mr. Agyarko, together with members of his campaign team, formally notified Dr. Bawumia of his planned nationwide tour as part of his campaign for the National…
Promasidor Ghana Limited has confirmed the death of its Southern Sector Sales Lead, Patrick Osei Oware, following a fatal road crash at Suhyin on the Koforidua–Tafo Highway. In a statement issued on May 3 and signed by its Corporate Communications and Public Relations Lead, Paa Kwesi Forson, the company said it received news of the incident “with profound shock and sorrow”. “The loss of our colleague is a painful one. We extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones,” the statement said. Fatal crash on Koforidua–Tafo Highway The accident occurred on Saturday, May 2, 2026, when Mr…
By Shine Esi KwawukumeyAccra, May 03, GNA – Ghana is often praised as a model for press freedom in West Africa, with a Constitution that guarantees media independence, rejects censorship, and protects journalists from intimidation.But beyond the global rankings and commendations, many reporters covering the country’s most sensitive and volatile stories still rely on little more than a notebook, a phone, and their own courage.From election grounds and protest marches to illegal mining sites, corruption exposés and crime scenes, journalists work largely without insurance, protective equipment, digital security tools or formal safety training. For many, the risk is not hypothetical.It…