Accra, Ghana — Tuesday, 11 November 2025 — PICCASO Awards the UK and Europe’s leading celebration of leaders, innovators, and changemakers in privacy, cybersecurity, and data governance arrives in Africa this December. The acronym “PICCASO” which connotes Privacy, InfoSec, Compliance, Culture, Awareness, Strategy & Operations, was instituted by a UK-based, globally focused non-profit special interest group, led […] The post PICCASO

The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has called on local filmmakers to use their craft to promote Ghana’s positive image and showcase its attractions to the world. She made the plea at a meeting with Kumawood actors and producers in Kumasi on Tuesday, which kicked off her multi-day working tour … The post Tourism Minister urges filmmakers

The 2025 Future of Digital Countries (FDC) Africa Summit has been launched in Accra. The event, scheduled for tomorrow, November 27, 2025, at the Kempinski Hotel, is under the theme “Strengthening Africa’s Digital Future Through Innovation and Collaboration.” It is aimed at advancing West Africa’s digital transformation through stronger digital governance, innovation and improved cooperation … The post 2025

A decisive peace talks aimed at ending the decades-old Bawku chieftaincy conflict is expected to take place at the Manhyia Palace this weekend, with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, leading what stakeholders describe as the most promising intervention in years. The meeting starting from November 30 to December 1 is being touted by both […]

After 46 years of his passing, a public lecture has been held in Accra to reminisce and honour the memory of General Ignatius Kutu Acheampong, Ghana’s fifth Head of State after independence. The maiden lecture, which drew participants from academia, government agencies, students and the corporate world, was on the topic: “May Abrewa And The … The post Public lecture

Umaro Sissoco Embaló's detention comes three days after a controversial presidential vote.

“Examine what is said, not who is speaking.” – African proverb We live in an age where people follow personalities, not principles. We mistake noise for wisdom, repetition for truth, and popularity for intelligence. This attitude of admiring the speaker and ignoring the message is how societies sleepwalk into decline. We need to appreciate that […] The post The Attitude Lounge

Ghanaâ??s Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has warned that the country must approach the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a forward-looking mindset, not repeating past mistakes.Speaking at the inauguration of the governmentâ??s 2026 World Cup committee on Wednesday at the Jubilee House, Debrah urged unified planning and decisive action to ensure national success.Debrah said, â??We cannot afford to enter 2026 with the mindset of 2014 and 2010. Let us correct what must be corrected

Thomas Partey has expressed disappointment after Villarreal's humiliating defeat to Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night. The Spanish outfit were hammered 4-0 at the Signal Iduna Park, with Guinean forward Serhou Guirassy scoring a brace to add to strikes from Karim Adeyemi and Daniel Svensson.Villarreal played most of the second half with a man down after Juan Foyth was controversially sent off."We knew it was going to be a difficult game

Former Black Stars midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah says football has â??been everythingâ? for him, even as he forges a new path after retiring from professional play.Asamoah, who retired in 2022, is now co-owner of the Juventus Academy in Accra, where he continues to impact young players both administratively and, on the field, often training alongside them.In an interview with the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG), the 36-year-old reflected on his lifelong connection

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has deployed a reinforcement team of 100 operations and intelligence officers from the National Police Headquarters to Wechiau in the Upper West Region. According to the Police, the officers will work closely with the Upper West Regional Command and personnel from the Ghana Armed Forces to strengthen security in Wechiau … The post IGP deploys Police reinforcement

Education Minister Haruna Iddrissu has announced that government is working to make education free for all learners with special needs, with funding expected to come from GETFund. He shared the plan during a press briefing with the media. According to him, an initial estimate shows that the policy will require between 65 million and 100 … The post Education Minister

Three major teacher unions in Ghana are demanding immediate payment of owed allowances, warning that the government’s failure to pay could lead to industrial unrest. The unions including the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers (PRETAG) have written a strongly worded letter … The post Teacher

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has praised the inclusion of football legend Abedi Ayew Pele on Ghanaâ??s World Cup Planning Committee, describing it as a major boost to the countryâ??s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Speaking at the Committeeâ??s launch on Wednesday, Debrah highlighted Peleâ??s international experience as a key asset."If for nothing at all, he has played on the international platform. He has the experience

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi Ghanaians have been urged to strengthen their understanding of investment products in order to overcome fear and build long-term wealth. “So many people aspire to own homes, start businesses, further their education or retire comfortably, yet hesitate to invest because of past industry challenges,” Business Development Manager at Fidelity Securities […] The post Public

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged the newly inaugurated World Cup Planning Committee to operate with accountability and a strong sense of national duty as Ghana prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Speaking at the launch of the Committee, which had Sports Minister Kofi Adams and Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku in attendance, Mr Debrah commended the inclusion of Ghana legend Abedi Ayew Pele, describing it as a boost to

The Sports and Recreation Minister, Kofi Adams, says the governmentâ??s 2026 World Cup committee has been created to prevent key agencies from operating in silos.He stressed that a unified structure is essential as Ghana prepares for the expanded tournament in Canada, the United States, and Mexico.Adams explained that cabinet approved the committee to coordinate every strand of work tied to Ghanaâ??s fifth World Cup appearance."At the last cabinet meeting, a decision

German Development Cooperation and Innohub Foundation have completed the Ghana SME Impact Investment Support (GSIIS) Project, an initiative aimed at fostering sustainable economic growth and creating decent jobs within Ghanaian SMEs. The closing event marked the culmination of two years of varied technical support to over 20 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from various sectors […] The post German

By Samuel AKAPULE, Bolgatanga Thirty-six lecturers of the Bolgatanga Technical University (BTU) have received training on how to tap resources from IBM SkillsBuild, a digital module, to enhance teaching and learning. IBM SkillsBuild modules are learning resources provided through a unified platform where users can access shared content and services to support learning, research and […] The post BTU

Ghanaian centre-back Manu Duah has made history with San Diego FC after the MLS inaugural side reached the Western Conference final. Duah played full throttle as San Diego defeated Minnesota United 1-0 in the semi-final to become the second inaugural team to make it to the final of their Conference, where they will face Vancouver Whitecaps.This comes 27 years after Chicago Fire reached the final of the Eastern Conference in their inaugural year.The Ghanaian youngster has been