Author: Constance Awunor

The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has confirmed that the last will and testament of its founder and leader, Apostle Prof. Emeritus Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, was officially read at the High Court in Accra. In a statement issued on July 6, 2026, the church said the reading was conducted by the High Court Registrar of the Probate and Administration Division following a formal application filed by the late founder’s children through their lawyers, Marfo & Associates, on June 29, 2026. According to the statement, the Deputy Registrar subsequently invited family members and other interested parties to attend the scheduled reading,…

Students in the Alajo 1 and Alajo 2 communities are among those most affected by the recent flooding, having lost school uniforms, books and other educational materials, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Ayawaso Central, Rudolph Williams, has said. Speaking during a flood assessment tour by the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and the National Council, Mr Williams said many displaced residents are temporarily staying with neighbours while they clean and restore their flooded homes during the day. He said affected families also urgently need mattresses and other essential household items, adding that the assembly is awaiting the distribution of…

A National Service Personnel attached to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has been charged with allegedly stealing GH¢308,300 through unauthorised Mobile Money transactions. Ebenezer Ghartey pleaded not guilty to a charge of stealing when he appeared before the Accra Circuit Court. According to the prosecution, Ghartey allegedly transferred the money from the MTN merchant account of a DVLA administrative officer, under whose supervision he was serving, into his own Mobile Money account. The court, presided over by Mrs Emmanuella Sarah Asmah, granted him bail in the sum of GH¢100,000 with three sureties resident within the court’s jurisdiction. One…

Former Dormaa East Member of Parliament, Paul Twum Barimah, has criticised the government’s response to the recent floods, accusing it of prioritising public relations over long-term flood prevention measures. In a Facebook post following the June 28–29 floods that affected parts of Accra, the Volta Region and the Central Region, Mr Barimah argued that the government’s immediate response centred on announcing relief funds, establishing a task force and deploying security personnel, rather than strengthening flood prevention initiatives. According to him, the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project (GARID), a World Bank-supported programme aimed at reducing flood risks, has faced…

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has introduced a four-step process to enable Ghanaians living abroad to register for and obtain the Ghana Card. The initiative, being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is designed to make the national identification registration process more accessible to citizens residing outside Ghana. Step 1: Complete the online application Applicants must begin by completing an online application through the NIA’s official registration portal and paying the required registration fee. For applicants in the United Kingdom and other countries outside Africa, the registration fee is the equivalent of US$115. Step 2: Attend a…

Ghana has reportedly declined a request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa following renewed xenophobic attacks targeting Ghanaian nationals and other African migrants in South Africa. According to diplomatic sources in Accra and Pretoria cited by MyJoyOnline, the decision comes amid growing concerns over the safety of Ghanaians living in South Africa after a recent wave of anti-foreigner violence. The unrest has reportedly led to the repatriation of about 1,000 Ghanaians, while hundreds of others are said to be awaiting evacuation. Tensions escalated further after a Ghanaian national was reportedly killed on June 30 during demonstrations…

Samsung Electronics expects its profits to soar after a surge in global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) memory chips boosted sales during the second quarter of the year. The South Korean technology giant said it expects operating profit for the April to June period to reach 89.4 trillion won ($58.4 billion), marking its third consecutive record-breaking quarterly result. The company also forecast sales of about 171 trillion won, more than double the amount recorded during the same period last year. Samsung released the earnings guidance on Tuesday ahead of its full financial results later this month, giving investors an early…

China has emerged as a global leader in electric vehicles, and it is now aiming to achieve similar success in autonomous driving through the rapid development of robotaxis. In Beijing’s Yizhuang district, driverless taxis have become a familiar part of daily life. Alongside regular traffic, autonomous vehicles transport passengers while self-driving delivery vans carry parcels through designated routes. The area has become one of China’s key testing hubs for autonomous driving technology, with companies such as Baidu, WeRide and Pony.ai already operating commercial robotaxi services within approved zones. Passengers can book rides through a mobile app, and within minutes, a…

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has announced a 27-player provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The squad features a blend of experienced internationals and emerging talents as Ghana prepares for the continental tournament later this month. Experienced Stars Included Captain Portia Boakye headlines the squad alongside several established players who have been key members of the national team in recent years. Also named in the provisional squad are Grace Asantewaa, Cynthia Konlan, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, Jennifer Cudjoe, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah and Princella Adubea. Coach Bjorkegren has also handed opportunities to a…

Government has paid about $700 million in Eurobond debt ahead of schedule, bringing its total payments to bondholders to $2.1 billion since January 2025 under the Eurobond Debt Exchange Programme. The payment, which sources say was made on Thursday, included $525.2 million in principal and $174.8 million in interest. The latest settlement forms part of Ghana’s obligations under the Eurobond Debt Exchange Programme, which was introduced as part of the country’s broader debt restructuring efforts. With the payment completed, total disbursements to Eurobond holders since January 2025 have now reached $2.1 billion. According to sources, the payment was financed through…