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 …as Tourism Reset Gains MomentumBy Prince AhenkorahIn a move to reposition Ghana as Africa’s premier festive destination, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, flanked by officials from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture and the Ghana Tourism Authority, officially launched the “December in Ghana” initiative at Jubilee House on October 13.The programme, which aims to boost tourism, celebrate Ghanaian culture, and attract global attention, is being touted as a strategic reset of the country’s tourism sector. Debrah, speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, described the initiative as a cornerstone of Ghana’s post-pandemic economic recovery and cultural diplomacy.“Ghanaians are…

By Prince Ahenkorah President John Dramani Mahama used the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration to reassert Ghana’s commitment to gender equality and to urge global leaders to accelerate efforts to empower women. Speaking at the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women in Beijing on 13 October, Mahama framed gender equity not only as a moral imperative but as a strategic necessity for national development.The President’s remarks were delivered against the backdrop of persistent global inequalities and waning momentum in implementing the Beijing Platform for Action. Mahama warned that structural barriers continue to impede progress and called for renewed urgency, innovation,…

Victory meant the Blue Sharks secured top spot in their qualifying group and a place at the 2026 finals ahead of continental heavyweights Cameroon. Dailon Livramento opened the scoring for the hosts in Praia, turning home a loose ball inside the six-yard box early in the second half, and Willy Semedo volleyed in a second soon afterwards. Veteran defender Stopira added the third in stoppage time before the full-time whistle sparked joyous scenes of celebration at the 15,000-capacity National Stadium. An archipelago of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean, with a population of just under 525,000 according to the latest…

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is set for a press conference ahead of the international friendly between the Black Queens of Ghana and the Lionesses of England. The event is scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Asante Hall of the Alisa Hotel in Accra. The press conference will shine a spotlight on the big game, discuss the future of women’s football in Ghana, and highlight preparations for the 2025/26 Women’s League season. Key Officials to grace the program include: Ama Brobey Williams, GFA Dept General Secretary (Administration)- Lydia Donkor, Director General- Ghana Police CID, Hon…

Black Stars captain, Jordan Ayew, has indeed expressed heartfelt gratitude to Ghanaians for their unwavering support after the team’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States of America. In his message, Ayew thanked his teammates, coaching staff, the Ghana Football Association, the Government of Ghana, and the people of Ghana for their support throughout the campaign. Ayew expressed sincere gratitude to fans for their unwavering support, saying their presence at matches fuels the team’s determination to succeed. He commended his teammates and technical staff for their resilience and unity throughout the qualification journey…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the global film industry, presenting both opportunities and challenges. The MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), a leading pan-African film and TV production academy, recognises the transformative potential of AI in empowering the next generation of African storytellers. Besides being a sustainable, impactful talent pipeline, MTF is a flagship MultiChoice CSI initiative, with the goal of ensuring that Africa’s next generation are not just consumers, but active shapers of the technology evolution. As storytellers, they are also equipped to make use of technology, leverage AI to enhance African creativity and drive industry growth on the continent.…

The Office of the Attorney-General has filed charges against two former top directors of the National Service Authority (NSA). This comes on the back of the corruption scandal that allegedly defrauded the country of about GH¢653 million. In two separate court documents filed at the High Court in Accra, the state accuses the former Executive Director, Osei Assibey Antwi, and the former Deputy Executive Director, Gifty Oware-Mensah of orchestrating two distinct schemes that siphoned public funds through “ghost” service personnel and fraudulent bank loans. The Executive Director’s Alleged GH¢615 Million Scheme Osei Assibey Antwi faces a staggering fourteen counts for…

The award-winning artist, Wendy Shay’s much-anticipated third studio album is set to hit music stores on October 24, according to her latest announcement. On Friday night, October 10, Wendy Shay unveiled the cover art for her upcoming studio album, “Ready.” She shared the news across her social media platforms, describing the project as a “new layer” to her journey. “I present to you transformation, Strength, Value and Prosperity,” she wrote, leaving fans buzzing in the comment section. Despite staying tight-lipped about the full track list and features, her recent string of singles, including ‘Psycho,’ ‘Sapiosexual,’ ‘Apology,’ ‘Too Late 2.0,’ and…

The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has underscored the importance of building resilience and investing in disaster risk reduction efforts in Ghana. Speaking at the commemoration of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) in Accra, the Minister highlighted the need for a proactive approach to disaster management, rather than relying on reactive measures. Under the theme, “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters,” the Minister stressed that investing in resilience is crucial for sustainable development and that any amount spent on prevention and preparedness saves many more than would have been lost to disaster response and recovery. Hon. Muntaka…

By Prince AhenkorahAfter weeks of mounting tension between the Ministry of Health and unpaid health workers, Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has secured financial clearance to settle outstanding salaries for over 30,000 nurses, midwives, and allied health interns. The move comes amid growing discontent in the sector, with protests and public criticism threatening to undermine the government’s credibility on labour and welfare issues.Akandoh, who has been dubbed the “Drama King” by some protesting nurses, confirmed at a press briefing in Accra on 13 October that the Ministry of Finance has approved two key tranches of financial clearance. The first covers 17,909…