Akonta Mining Limited has strongly denied allegations of engaging in illegal mining activities within the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve, following the revocation of its license by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah. At a press briefing on Monday, April 21, 2025, the Minister accused the company owned by Ashanti Regional Chairman...

President John Mahama has suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo with immediate effect, following the formation of a high-powered committee to investigate multiple petitions against her. The Presidency announced the decision in a statement, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to accountability and transparency within the judiciary.The suspension, enacted under Article 146(6) of the Constitution, was prompted by...

By Fiifi Nii Nettey The recently concluded “Two Sessions” in China—comprising the Third Session of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Third Session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)—have sent a strong message of confidence, innovation, and global cooperation, particularly to developing nations like Ghana. Held...

By Kwame Larweh The National Sports For All Association of Ghana (NASFAAG), in partnership with the National Sports College, has equipped 20 fitness instructors with the skills to foster healthier lifestyles across the country. The intensive 8-day training, held from April 6 to 14, 2025, at the Winneba Sports College, graduated both basic and advanced...

By Kwame Larweh The Ghana Football Association (GFA) took a significant step toward revitalizing grassroots football by presenting brand new Nissan pickup trucks to its Regional Football Associations (RFAs) during a ceremony in Accra yesterday. The initiative, funded by the FIFA Forward Grant, aims to enhance the mobility and efficiency of RFAs, empowering them to...

By Kwame Larweh Ghana has reached a Staff-Level Agreement (SLA) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on the fourth review of its Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, marking a significant milestone in the country’s economic recovery efforts. The announcement was made by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson during a joint press conference with the...