Author: Constance Awunor

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is giving international football fans more than just memorable matches. For many visitors, it is also providing a firsthand experience of American culture, food and lifestyle. With about 75% of the tournament’s matches taking place in the United States, supporters from across the globe are exploring the country’s unique attractions and sharing their experiences online. For Moroccan fan Ayoub Baghdad, one of the first things that stood out was the scale of everyday life in America. “Everything is big, even the Coke is big,” he said, noting that the roads, trucks and buildings are much…

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has warned of possible thunderstorms, cloudy conditions and reduced visibility in parts of the country over the next 24 hours. The forecast, issued by the Central Analysis and Forecasting Office (CAFO) at 1700 UTC on June 18, covers the evening, night and morning periods of June 19. GMet said most parts of southern Ghana will experience cloudy skies tonight, with thunderstorms and rain likely along the coast and nearby inland areas. Northern Ghana is expected to remain partly cloudy, with generally stable weather conditions throughout the forecast period. The agency also warned that mist and…

The acting Chief Executive Officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Dr Saajida Shiraz, has announced that salary deductions for student loan beneficiaries will begin in August as part of efforts to improve loan recovery and ensure the Fund’s long-term sustainability. Speaking on the Super Morning Show on June 19, Dr Shiraz said the Fund had received assurances that the necessary arrangements were almost complete. “We are working through the modalities, but I have the assurance of the department that starting next month, we should be able to have deductions,” she said. SLTF expands recovery efforts Dr Shiraz revealed…

Three people have been killed and nine others injured following a fresh attack on Odomi in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. The attack occurred on Thursday evening when unidentified gunmen reportedly invaded the community, sparking fear among residents and escalating tensions linked to the long-running conflict in the area. The injured victims were taken to the Nkwanta St. Joseph Catholic Hospital for treatment. Hospital authorities confirmed that one of the injured victims died while receiving medical care. Two other victims were brought to the facility already dead after they were reportedly attacked on their farms. The identities…

A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has petitioned the party’s General Secretary, calling for a disciplinary review of former presidential aspirant Kennedy Ohene Agyapong over what he describes as conduct that undermines party unity. The petition was submitted by Charles Opoku, Deputy National TESCON Coordinator for the New Juaben South Constituency, on June 18. Mr. Opoku accused Mr. Agyapong of repeatedly making public statements against fellow party members and taking positions that contradict official party decisions. Alleged breach of party constitution According to the petitioner, the Assin Central lawmaker’s actions violate Article 3 of the NPP constitution, which…

The government has imposed a curfew on several communities in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region after a deadly attack left three people dead and nine others injured. Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak announced the measure on the advice of the National Security Council. The curfew takes effect on Friday, June 19, 2026. It will run daily from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. until further notice. The affected communities are Keri, Abrewanko, Abrewanko Junction, Nyambo, Nyambo Junction, Shari, Kromase, Power, Nyakoma, Odomi, Bonakye and Nkwanta. Government appeals for calm The government has urged chiefs, elders, opinion leaders, youth…

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Jinapor, says ongoing reforms in Ghana’s energy sector have strengthened investor confidence and improved the sector’s financial health. He made the remarks during a Town Hall discussion at the Africa Energy Forum (AEF), where ministers from across the continent examined strategies to accelerate industrialisation through regional production hubs. Energy Sector Reforms Showing Results Dr. Jinapor said the government has introduced measures that are already delivering positive outcomes. “We have recorded significant improvements in payments to utility service providers, helping to strengthen the financial sustainability of the energy sector and enhance investor confidence,”…

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to economic transformation, describing it as a key pillar of the government’s efforts to create jobs and build a resilient economy. He made the remarks while receiving the letters of credence of seven newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners at the Jubilee House, formally marking the start of their diplomatic missions in Ghana. Seven Envoys Present Credentials The diplomats who presented their credentials were: H.E. Ronald Micallef, High Commissioner of Malta H.E. Andrei Ordash, Ambassador of Russia H.E. Michal Cygan, Ambassador of Poland H.E. Bambang Suharto, Ambassador of Indonesia H.E. Isbeth Lisbeth…

French President Emmanuel Macron has called on major international institutions to support the growing global movement for reparatory justice, describing it as a vital step towards addressing the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade. Speaking virtually at the Next Steps Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra, Macron urged organisations such as the United Nations, UNESCO, the African Union and the Caribbean Community to play a more active role in advancing historical accountability and redress. Call for Global Action Macron said governments and international bodies must work together to develop a shared approach based on knowledge, dialogue and justice. “States, regional…

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection is reviewing Ghana’s laws on the age of consent and the legal age of marriage. The move aims to strengthen child protection and address concerns about teenage pregnancy and child abuse. Reviewing Legal Differences Under Ghana’s current laws, the Children’s Act sets the legal age of marriage at 18 years. However, the Criminal Code allows individuals aged 16 and above to consent to sex. Many child rights advocates have raised concerns about the gap between the two laws. They argue that some people exploit this difference, putting young girls at greater risk.…