NEWS

South Africa: First batch of Ghanaians set to arrive on Wednesday – Ghana’s envoy confirms

Ghanaians in South Africa are set to arrive in Accra on May 27 as authorities begin phased evacuations amid renewed xenophobic tensions

Women’s Development Bank: VP Opoku-Agyemang to table Cabinet resolution

Mahama says VP Jane Opoku-Agyemang will table the Women’s Development Bank resolution before Cabinet as government secures GH¢450m seed capital

World Preeclampsia Day 2026: Parliament raises alarm over maternal deaths

Parliament marked World Preeclampsia Day 2026 with calls for early diagnosis, improved maternal healthcare, and increased awareness as Titus Kofi Beyuo warned about rising maternal deaths in Ghana

Parliament launches mini Parliament to amplify children’s voices

Parliament of Ghana has launched the Mini Parliament initiative to empower children, promote civic engagement and amplify youth voices nationwide

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

Afenyo-Markin accuses NDC of hypocrisy over MoMo 0.75% charge

Afenyo-Markin accuses the government of the NDC of hypocrisy over the proposed 0.75% MTN wallet-to-bank charge and demands the Finance Minister explain the policy in Parliament

‘This kind of lawlessness cannot be accepted’ – Ayariga slams Afenyo-Markin

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga clashes with Minority Leader Afenyo-Markin in Parliament, condemning what he described as lawlessness during debate on MoMo charges

Jerry Ahmed Shaib warns against abuse of Sections 207 and 208 of Criminal Offences Act

Deputy Minority Whip Jerry Ahmed Shaib has criticized the arrest of NPP Chairman Abronye, warning that Sections 207 and 208 of Ghana’s laws may be abused to suppress free speech and political dissent

No ‘kenkey and waakye parties’ over Ghana’s IMF programme exit – Mahama chides NPP

Presient Mahama says there will be no kenkey and waakye parties to celebrate Ghana’s exit from the IMF programme, insisting the economy still needs significant work despite recent stabilisation gains

Latest Stories

BUSINESS

Mining sector posts GH¢2bn royalty boost in Q1 2026

Ghana’s mining sector records over GH¢2bn in Q1 2026 royalties, driven by strong gold output, higher prices, and improved compliance

Rising fuel costs pose risk to Ghana’s inflation outlook – Deloitte

Deloitte warns rising fuel costs could threaten Ghana’s 2026 inflation outlook as transport, housing, utility, and food prices continue to rise

GN Savings and Loans wins appeal as court quashes licence revocation

The Court of Appeal has restored the operating licence of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited, overturning the Bank of Ghana’s revocation and a prior High Court ruling in a major banking sector case

Bank of Ghana mops up GH¢18.88bn through 14-day bill

Bank of Ghana absorbs GH¢18.88 billion via 14-day bills at 10.50% interest rate to manage liquidity, support disinflation, and stabilise money market conditions

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

high cholesterol

The top 10 worst foods you can eat for high cholesterol

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High Cholesterol, Heart Health, LDL Cholesterol, Healthy Eating, Processed Foods, Fast Food Risks, Saturated Fats, Cardiovascular Disease, Nutrition Tips, Cholesterol Control

INTERNATIONAL

Rubio says ‘solid’ Iran deal may come on Monday

US and Iran are close to a tentative deal, Rubio says, as talks continue over ceasefire, nuclear programme, and Strait of Hormuz reopening

US charges Cuba’s Raúl Castro with murder over 1996 downing of two planes

The United States has charged former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over the 1996 downing of two aircraft, accusing him of conspiracy to kill US nationals, while Cuba has dismissed the move as a political manoeuvre

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency

WHO has declared an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province a public health emergency of international concern, with 246 suspected cases and spread to Uganda

Flattery and fanfare as Trump welcomed to China – but thorny issues remain

Xi Jinping gives Donald Trump a lavish welcome in Beijing as both leaders seek deals on trade, Iran and Taiwan