Author: Constance Awunor

United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino has left Yunus Musah out of the country’s final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The midfielder’s omission has become one of the biggest talking points after the squad announcement. Musah previously represented the United States at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Born in New York to Ghanaian parents, the 23-year-old had become a regular member of the national team in recent years. Many supporters expected him to make the final squad because of his international experience and versatility in midfield. However, Pochettino decided against including him in the group…

Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson says Ghana has achieved a moderate risk of debt distress for the first time since 2013. He said the country had moved from unsustainable debt levels to high risk, and now to moderate risk. Dr Forson made the announcement in Parliament on Tuesday, May 26, while presenting four statutory reports to the House. “Mr. Speaker, I’m proud to inform the House that Ghana, for the first time since 2013, has achieved a moderate risk of debt distress, moving from unsustainable debt to high risk of debt distress and now to a moderate risk of debt…

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu says government is working to create a dedicated Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Fund. He said the proposal is now before Cabinet. According to him, the fund could become a major legacy of President John Dramani Mahama. “The most profound policy comment I am before Cabinet with, and which all of us, if we are lucky, will celebrate as an enduring legacy of President John Dramani Mahama for Ghana and technical education, is for Ghana to have a dedicated TVET Fund,” he said. Mr. Iddrisu said the Ministry of Education wants Cabinet approval to…

Environmental Protection Authority (Ghana) has announced a nationwide ban on the production, importation, sale, and use of polystyrene foam products, commonly known as styrofoam, effective January 1, 2027. The directive forms part of government efforts to reduce plastic pollution, improve sanitation, and protect the environment. In a statement issued on May 25, 2026, the Authority said the policy follows an announcement made by President John Dramani Mahama during the 2025 World Environment Day celebration. According to the EPA, the ban will apply to all expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam products used for commercial and human activities. The Authority listed several products…

The first batch of Ghanaians being evacuated from South Africa is expected to arrive in Accra on Wednesday, May 27, according to Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa. Ghana’s High Commissioner, Benjamin Quashie, said the evacuation is being carried out in response to renewed xenophobic attacks affecting Ghanaians and other foreign nationals in parts of South Africa. Speaking in an interview with DW Africa on Sunday, May 24, he said Ghanaian authorities, in collaboration with South African officials, are currently conducting screening and verification exercises to finalise the list of evacuees for the first flight. He explained that officials are…

The Parliament of Ghana has launched a Mini Parliament initiative aimed at amplifying children’s voices and strengthening their participation in national decision-making processes. The initiative, developed in partnership with the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), UNICEF, and the Learning Tree Foundation, seeks to provide young people with a practical platform to engage in governance and civic dialogue. Speaking at the launch, the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Gender, Children and Social Protection and MP for Krachi West, Helen Ntosu, said there is a growing need for stronger engagement mechanisms that allow children and young people to express their…

The Bank of Ghana has instructed Bank of Ghana to suspend the planned implementation of a 0.75% charge on Mobile Money transfers from wallets to bank accounts. The directive means the fee, which was scheduled to take effect on June 1, 2026, will not be introduced as planned. The central bank says the pause is to allow broader consultations with stakeholders in the financial services sector. In a statement, the Bank of Ghana emphasized that any changes to charges within the mobile money ecosystem must be introduced fairly and in a way that protects consumers while supporting financial stability. On…

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines has proposed that National Service personnel be deployed into geological exploration and mapping to help strengthen Ghana’s extractive sector. Speaking at the JoyBusiness Roundtable on the theme “To Nationalise or Transform: Rethinking Ghana’s Approach to Gold Mining, Oil and Critical Minerals,” Kenneth Ashigbey said the idea could improve data generation and support better resource planning in the mining industry. He argued that Ghana could unlock greater long-term value from its natural resources by involving young graduates in field-based exploration work during their national service period. “My suggestion for government is…

John Dramani Mahama has officially launched Ghana’s new electronic visa (e-Visa) portal in Accra, marking a major step in the country’s push to modernise immigration services through digital systems. The new platform is designed to simplify visa applications, speed up processing times, and improve access for travellers while maintaining strict security checks and due diligence requirements. At the launch event on Monday, May 25, President Mahama also announced visa fee waivers for all African passport holders visiting Ghana for business or tourism. The move is aimed at promoting African integration and encouraging greater travel within the continent. The government says…

Chinese authorities have executed Xu Yao for the murder of his associate, billionaire gaming tycoon Lin Qi. Xu was convicted in 2024 after a court found he poisoned Lin in 2020 following a workplace dispute. Local reports say he had grown angry after being sidelined shortly after helping secure a Netflix deal for the company. Lin was the founder of Yoozoo Games, known for major gaming titles and for holding film rights to the science fiction trilogy behind Netflix’s 3 Body Problem. The Three-Body Problem was later adapted into the hit Netflix series 3 Body Problem, which became one of…