The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has gained fresh political backing after the African Union (AU) inaugurated a Committee of Heads of State and Government to drive implementation. The AU announced the move at the 39th Ordinary Session of…
Cocoa farmers have been urged to remain patient and keep working with authorities as the sector navigates current challenges. Emmanuel Agyei, Deputy Ashanti Regional Manager of COCOBOD and head of Operations, made the call at a rally in Nkawie. He…
At least 21 people have died after a passenger boat capsized in northern Sudan, according to authorities in River Nile State. The vessel went down on Wednesday evening between the villages of Tayba al-Khawad and Deim al-Qarai in the Shendi…
Discord will require users worldwide to prove their age to access adult content. The company will switch all profiles to a teen-appropriate experience by default. Rollout begins in early March, with a phased approach for new and existing accounts. What…
South Korea’s intelligence service briefed lawmakers that Kim Ju Ae has been designated as the heir to Kim Jong Un. The assessment cites her rapid rise in public roles and protocol status. It comes days before North Korea’s ruling party…
Last weekend, allegations of vote-buying marred the Ayawaso East Constituency primary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Vote-buying means offering money or perks to influence a ballot. John Dramani Mahama, the NDC Majority Caucus in Parliament, and party leadership condemned…
The Minority Caucus has called for the immediate release of former NEIP chief Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, condemning his reported detention by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) as “totally unacceptable in the pursuit of justice.” A statement dated February 11, 2026…
Asante Kotoko have been knocked out of the 2025-26 MTN FA Cup, ending their defence of the trophy after a penalty shootout loss to Aduana FC at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. The Round of 16 tie finished…
Ghana is debating a proposed change to the name of its main airport, after the government confirmed it plans to bring a bill to Parliament to rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport. Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga said the…
Ghana’s government is presenting the planned Accra-Kumasi Expressway as a long-term, economy-wide transport investment, citing shorter travel distance, faster journey times and modern highway standards as it advances early implementation steps under its “Big Push” infrastructure agenda. Officials say the…
Accra’s city authorities say a joint decongestion operation starting on February 1, 2026 will bring stricter enforcement against street trading and roadside encroachment, with a parallel focus on improving pedestrian access and traffic flow across key corridors. The Accra Metropolitan…
Uganda ordered a temporary internet shutdown and deployed soldiers across Kampala two days before the presidential election scheduled for January 15, 2026, intensifying concerns over civic space and election transparency. Authorities said the blackout would curb misinformation, fraud and incitement;…
Ghana’s government paid $1.47 billion in 2025 to clear legacy debts in the energy sector, the finance ministry said on Monday, describing the move as part of efforts to restore stability in the power system and rebuild confidence with lenders…
CAF has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea to take charge of the AFCON Morocco 2025 semi-final between hosts Morocco and Nigeria in Rabat. The match will take place on Wednesday, January 14, with kick-off set for 20:00 GMT…
