By Saliem FAKIR With the world barreling toward increasingly urgent climate deadlines, African policymakers must move beyond the comforting illusion that simply producing more renewable electricity will satisfy global emissions-reduction targets. In reality, a climate strategy that focuses on green energy but neglects development risks delivering climate gains without yielding development dividends. While Africa’s greenhouse-gas […] The post How

The Africa Cup of Nations has always been a stage where history is rewritten, giants are humbled, and long-awaited dreams sometimes come true. As the 2025 AFCON approaches, one fascinating storyline stands out: three nations Mali, Burkina Faso, and Uganda will arrive carrying the weight of history and the hope of finally lifting their first-ever […]

With the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) set to kick off on Sunday, African footballâ??s biggest stage once again turns to a tournament rich in history. As 24 teams prepare to compete, the following records stand as enduring benchmarks of excellence at the AFCON finals.Most AFCON appearances (8 tournaments)Rigobert Song (Cameroon)Ahmed Hassan (Egypt)Andre Ayew (Ghana)Youssef Msakni (Tunisia)Most matches played at AFCON finals (36 matches)Rigobert Song (Cameroon)Andre Ayew

The Government Statistician, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, has announced that unemployment among young people aged 15 to 24 years was high at 34.4% in 3rd Quarter of 2025. He also said that about 1.34 million of youth in this age group were not in employment, education or training. Youth labour underutilisation remains high, he said. Dr […]

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a record 20 media rights partnerships covering more than 30 European territories for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), significantly expanding the tournamentâ??s reach across the continent.The tournament will kick off on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in Morocco, and the new broadcast agreements will ensure the competition is accessible to millions of viewers across Europe. CAF says the record number of partnerships

Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine has rejected claims of contradictions in the prosecution of former SSNIT Director-General Edu Boahen, insisting that the state’s case is clear, evidence-based, and unaffected by public debate over figures and exchange rates. Addressing questions on the matter, Dr. Ayine said the central issue before the court is not whether the […] The post Evidence Against

Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta will have a fair and open trial in relation to the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) controversy if he is extradited to Ghana, according to Attorney-General and Justice Minister Dr. Dominic Ayine. The Attorney-General gave the assurance during the government’s Accountability Series on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Ayine reiterated government’s commitment […]

Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, has disclosed that former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, has retained leading legal practitioners in the United States to challenge efforts to extradite him to Ghana. Dr Ayine made this known on Thursday, December 18, 2025, during the government’s Accountability Series, shortly after Ghana submitted a formal extradition […] The post Ofori-Atta

The Africa Cup of Nations has always been more than just a football tournament. It is a stage where careers are defined, narratives are rewritten, and personal battles often matter just as much as tactical ones. As AFCON 2025 in Morocco approaches, one of the most compelling storylines is not just about title contenders, but […]

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The Koforidua High Court has dismissed the election petition case filed against the Suhum NPP MP, Frank Asiedu Bekoe. The ruling by Supervising High Court Judge of the Koforidua High Court, His Lordship Justice George Krofa Addae, also awarded the cost of 200,000 Ghana cedis against the petitioners. Following the declaration of the December 2024 […]

Anyone who spends time on the streets of Accra knows how demanding the life of a street hawker is. On a normal day, it means long hours on their feet, constant movement, navigating traffic, heat, and people, all while selling and handling cash from morning to evening. In December, that pace increases significantly. There is […] The post A small Christmas gesture goes a long way appeared first

Former Ghana international, Derek Boateng, beleives England is afraid of playing against the Black Stars in the upcoming 2026 World Cup.The West African country will come up against the Three Lions in their second Group L game in Boston after facing Panama in their opener, before concluding their group game against Croatia.Speaking in an interview, Boateng, who played at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, beleives Thomas Tuchel and his side are afraid of playing against Ghana."England

By Paulette WATSON (MBE) Ghana’s fintech winners won’t just be the fastest, they’ll be the most trusted. With AI profiling, cross-border cloud and rising breach costs, privacy is becoming a growth lever, not a legal tax. Accra’s fintech story has always been a story of speed: faster onboarding, faster payments, faster credit decisions. But the […] The post Data

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Jinapor, has said that the government has made meaningful progress in the energy sector. He said the country has not experienced load shedding for several months, and the power sector has attained a level of stability characterised by consistent and reliable electricity supply. Dr Jinapor was […]

DR Congo's government say the announced withdrawal is intended to distract the US mediation team.

In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, we are all constantly bombarded with advice, strategies, and “expert” solutions for success. From consultants to influencers, the message is often the same: “Do what I say, and you’ll succeed.” While consultancy has its place—providing specialized knowledge and technical expertise—there is a growing recognition that true, sustainable change comes not […] The post The

Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Jinapor, has emphasised that ensuring a stable, reliable, and affordable electricity supply remains one of the highest priorities of the government. He said power stability underpins economic growth, industrial productivity, job creation, and the overall quality of life of our citizens. Any instability in the power supply […]

Ousmane Dembele   Paris St-Germain and France forward Ousmane Dembele has been named the men’s player of the year at the Fifa Best awards. The 28-year-old, who won the Ballon Read More... The post Dembele Wins FIFA Best Men’s Player Of The Year appeared