NEWS

World Sickle Cell Day 2026: Akim Oda MP pushes bold reforms to save lives

Akim Oda MP Alexander Akwasi Acquah calls for urgent reforms to improve equitable access to sickle cell diagnosis and treatment in Ghana.

Afram Plains North MP leads call to end child labour as Parliament marks World Day against Child Labour 2026

Afram Plains North MP Joseph Appiah Boateng has called for stronger action to end child labour and protect vulnerable children in Ghana

312,400 students benefit from ‘no academic fees policy’ as gov’t spends GH¢888.8 million

Government spent GH¢888.8 million under the No Academic Fees Policy, benefiting 312,448 students and expanding access to tertiary education

GPCC commends Patrick Yaw Boamah for consistent philanthropic support

GPCC has commended Okaikwei Central MP Patrick Yaw Boamah for donating Bel Aqua bottled water to support its upcoming delegates conference

EDITORIALS

Discipline

NPP’s confusion over Kevin Taylor

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NPP expels Kevin Taylor and Ernest Owusu Bempah for misconduct and anti-party activities, sparking debate over party discipline and communication inconsistencies
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SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS

POLITICS

‘Jerry Rawlings House’: NDC immortalises founder on his 79th birthday

The NDC has renamed its Adabraka national headquarters "Jerry Rawlings House" and will unveil a bust of its founder, Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings, during events marking his 79th birthday

No amount of sabotage can stop Bawumia – Sammi Awuku declares

Akuapim North MP Sammi Awuku has urged Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to remain focused amid alleged sabotage attempts, insisting the NPP can win the 2028 elections under his leadership

Ofori-Atta case: Suspicion is not a crime, proceed in absentia – Mike Oquaye Jnr to gov’t

Mike Oquaye Jnr has argued on TV3’s Key Points that legal proceedings against Ken Ofori-Atta should continue even in his absence, insisting suspicion is not a crime

Mahama’s approval rating climbs to 71% – Global InfoAnalytics CEO explains why Ghanaians still back President despite challenges

President John Dramani Mahama's approval rating has risen from 67% to 71%, according to a new Global InfoAnalytics survey. CEO Mussa K. Dankwah says many Ghanaians still support the President despite economic challenges

Latest Stories

BUSINESS

Central bank sells GH¢16.14 billion in 14-day bills as liquidity mop-up continues

Bank of Ghana sells GH¢16.14bn in 14-day bills at 10.50% to manage liquidity, stabilize rates, and support monetary policy amid economic recovery

Investors Pour GH¢1.16 Billion Into DDEP Bonds on GFIM

GFIM trades GHS 2.10bn as DDEP bonds dominate with 55.1% share. Treasury bills follow; no corporate bonds traded

BoG absorbs GH¢17.2bn in liquidity amid inflation fight, FX stability

Bank of Ghana absorbs GH¢17.24bn via 14-day bills to tighten liquidity, curb inflation, and support currency stability

Ghana’s gold output surges 23 per cent to nearly 6m ounces in 2025

Ghana's gold output surges 23% to nearly 6m ounces in 2025, driven by small-scale mining boom, Chamber of Mines reports

SPORTS

ENTERTAINMENT

Black Sherif

Black Sherif clinches prestigious Artiste of the Year Crown at TGMA...

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Black Sherif wins Artiste of the Year at TGMA 27 for the second time, powered by the global success of his Iron Boy album and record-breaking streaming achievements

FEATURES/OPINIONS

paternity

Parentage, not paternity: Why Ghana must tread carefully on compulsory DNA...

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A proposal to make paternity testing compulsory for all babies born in Ghanaian healthcare facilities is raising legal, ethical and human rights concerns over privacy, family stability, child welfare and the potential criminalisation of mothers

LIFESTYLE

resistance bands

The real health benefits of using resistance bands

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Discover 10 key benefits of resistance bands, from safety and functional fitness to versatility and full-body workouts used by pros like Tom Brady

INTERNATIONAL

Nigeria killed more than 13,000 ‘terrorists’ in past year, president says

President Tinubu reports 13,000 "terrorists" neutralized, claiming an 81% drop in casualties, despite ongoing abductions and security challenges across Nigeria

Elon Musk’s SpaceX raises $75bn ahead of world’s biggest stock market launch

SpaceX prepares for a historic $1.8tn IPO, raising $75bn ahead of trading. Discover how Elon Musk maintains control and what this means for future investors

Manhunt under way in South Africa after 12 killed in mass shooting in Johannesburg

Twelve people were killed and nine injured in a mass shooting at a Johannesburg informal settlement as police investigate a possible illegal mining link

US inflation surges to three-year high of 4.2%

US inflation rose to 4.2% in May, driven by soaring energy costs linked to tensions in Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz