The Youth Employment Agency (YEA), in partnership with the National Insurance Commission (NIC), has secured 500 training slots to prepare young Ghanaians as certified insurance agents. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to formalise the partnership, with the Chief Executive Officer of YEA, Malik Basintale, signing on behalf of the agency, and Dr. Abiba … The post YEA

CAF has rolled out a revised set of inspection protocols under its newly formed Infrastructure Department, aimed at improving transparency and efficiency in the stadium approval process for CAF and FIFA competitions.Under the new system, Member Associations planning to use a non-approved stadium must first submit a â??pre-inspectionâ?? through their National Club Licensing Manager (CLM) using CAFâ??s CLOP platform. CAF will then decide whether a full-scale on-site inspection

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has created a specialised Infrastructure Department as part of its Competitions and Events Division, in a drive to ensure all Member Associations can host international matches on home soil.The new unit, which operates under the vision of CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe, will support Member Associations on football infrastructure projects ranging from construction of new stadiums to the renovation and approval of existing facilities.CAF

The town of Bawku, once a thriving commercial hub in Ghana’s Upper East Region, is today a shadow of itself—caught in the vice grip of a prolonged conflict whose consequences are far-reaching and devastating. What began as a local chieftaincy dispute has now escalated into a complex crisis that has paralysed virtually every facet of […] The post Reflections

Twenty-five final-year students of Agona Swedru Senior High School have been suspended indefinitely following their alleged involvement in a fight stemming from a same-sex relationship proposal. According to school authorities, the altercation occurred after one male student allegedly proposed a romantic relationship to another male student, who declined the offer. The student who rejected the […]

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is calling on healthcare providers to maintain high professional standards to ensure the smooth operation of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). This follows a midyear performance review by the NHIA’s Bono Regional Office, which highlighted both progress and challenges in membership enrollment and claims payment. The NHIS has […]

Former Ghana U20 star, Samuel Abbey Ashie-Quaye has parted ways with Lithuanian outfit Futbolo klubas Babrungas. The 24-year-old terminated his contract with the club after a mutual agreement between the two parties.Ashie-Quaye signed a one-year deal to join the club in February but after two appearances in the league, the AFCON U20 winner decided to part ways with the team."Cooperation with defender from Ghana - Samuel terminated by mutual agreement. Thank you for your

Sovereign credit ratings, issued by leading global agencies such as Moody’s Investors Service, Standard & Poor’s (S&P), and Fitch Ratings, are crucial instruments in the international financial system. These ratings reflect the ability and willingness of a sovereign nation to meet its debt obligations in full and on time. More than mere symbolic labels, sovereign […] The post Financial

DR Congo coach Otis Ngoma insists â??nothing is lostâ? despite his sideâ??s 1â??0 defeat to Kenya in their opening Group A fixture at CHAN PAMOJA 2024, but he admits a response against Zambia is now non-negotiable.The Leopards, winners of the tournament in 2009 and 2016, struggled to convert their chances after a disrupted build-up to the competition that saw them spend only two and a half weeks in camp.â??We only need six points to qualify, and there are still three

The Government has announced a significant increase in the producer price of cocoa ahead of the 2025/2026 crop season, which opens on Thursday, August 7, 2025. According to the Minister for Finance, Mr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the new price has been reviewed upwards from US$3,100 per tonne to US$5,040 per tonne. He stated that it … The post Producer price of cocoa jumps from

Prosper Harrison Addo, General Secretary of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has dismissed claims that the GHC18 million involved in the recent partnership agreement between Adesa Production Limited (APL) and the GFA originates from government funds.The partnership, unveiled last week in Accra ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season, promises each Premier League club a GHC1 million payment before the season begins.Additionally, three matches are slated to be broadcast

DR Congo head coach Otis Ngoma has attributed his teamâ??s 1-0 defeat to Kenya in their opening Group A match at CHAN PAMOJA 2024 to inadequate preparation and lack of match sharpness.Speaking after the game at Kasarani Stadium, Ngoma said his players had struggled due to a premature end to the domestic season and a short pre-tournament camp.â??We have players who are lacking in competition,â? he admitted. â??We lost a lot of balls and missed chances; perhaps due to

The Minister for Finance, Mr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has disclosed that the President, His Excellency (H.E) John Dramani Mahama, has introduced a Tertiary Education Scholarship Scheme for children of cocoa farmers. As a result, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) will, during the 2025/26 cocoa season, develop the necessary guidelines and begin implementing the Cocoa Tertiary … The post President

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthyâ??s tactical switch to play defender Manzur Suleiman in midfield proved a masterstroke as Kenya secured a 1â??0 win over DR Congo in their CHAN 2024 opener.Suleiman, a natural centre-back, was surprisingly deployed as a defensive midfielder, a move that disrupted DR Congoâ??s attacking rhythm and gave Kenya better control in the middle of the park.â??I initially considered playing him at left-back based on what I saw in our friendlies,â?

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has praised his players after Kenya stunned tournament favourites DR Congo with a 1â??0 victory in their opening Group A match at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).Speaking after the match at a packed Kasarani Stadium, McCarthy said his team showed heart and discipline, especially considering that many were making their CHAN debuts.â??Iâ??m proud of my team; many of them were stepping onto such a big stage for the first

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has provided details surrounding the gruesome murder of a Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) officer, Stephen King Amoah, whose charred body was discovered on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. The suspect, identified as Bright Aweh, has been formally charged with murder and remains in police custody as […]

Kwame Peprah has been named Player of the Competition after leading King Svay Rieng to the Cambodian Super Cup title. The Ghanaian forward and former King Faisal striker scored a brace in the final against Cup winners Phnom Penh Crown to secure the Super Cup for the league champions.Despite his brace heroics, the game was forced to penalties with King Svay Rieng edging their rivals 5-3.The game which ushers in the new season saw the one-time Ghana Premier League golden boot winner

The Ada community came alive this weekend as they celebrated the annual Asafotufiami Festival, a vibrant tribute to their rich cultural heritage. The festival, which honors the bravery of Ada’s ancestors and the battles fought for their settlement, was a testament to the community’s strong sense of identity and tradition. As visitors and locals alike […] The post Asafotufiami

Ghanaian forward Kwame Peprah has won his first trophy with Cambodian giants King Svay Rieng after starring in the Super Cup against rivals Phnom Penh Crown.The former King Faisal striker scored a brace as the Cambodian league champions triumph 5-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in regulation time.Peprah opened the scoring in the 16th minute after connecting a cross from left-back Kim Sokyuth.However, the Hun Sen Cup champions responded after the break through Bolivian winger

German clubs, RB Leipzig and Borussia Mönchengladbach have expressed interest to sign English-born Ghanaian forward Tyrique George this summer.The 19-year-old attacker is seeking for a move away from Premier League giants Chelsea in an attempt to get regular playing time in the upcoming 2025/26 football campaign.Tyrique George is prepared to leave the Blues this summer amid limited space at the club following the arrival of Joao Pedro, Liam Delap and other top players.However,