Author: Constance Awunor

President John Mahama’s job approval rating has climbed to a record high of 71%, according to the latest June 2026 National Tracking Poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics. The survey, released on June 15, shows that seven in ten Ghanaians approve of the President’s performance, up four percentage points from the 67% recorded in March 2026. Only 23% of respondents disapprove of his performance, while 6% expressed no opinion. According to Global InfoAnalytics Executive Director, Mussa Dankwah, the figure represents the highest approval rating recorded for any president in the firm’s regular tracking polls since 2020. The poll found that a…

Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of two counts of rape and several other offences by the Oslo District Court. The 29-year-old was convicted by a three-judge panel sitting in courtroom 250 in Oslo. However, he was acquitted of two additional rape charges. Høiby attended the verdict hearing via video link and was not physically present in court. Prosecutors had sought a prison sentence of seven years and seven months, while his defence team argued for a significantly shorter term of 18 months. He retains the right…

Oil prices tumbled and global stock markets rallied on Monday after the United States and Iran announced a framework agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and restoring access to the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil prices, fell 4.7% to $83.24 per barrel as investors reacted positively to the prospect of renewed stability in global energy markets. Equity markets across Asia and Europe also posted strong gains following the announcement. US President Donald Trump welcomed the breakthrough, saying the agreement would pave the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a…

Many Ghanaians have expressed support for government plans to establish local vaccine manufacturing, describing the initiative as a significant step toward strengthening the country’s healthcare system and reducing reliance on imported vaccines. The initiative, being driven through the National Vaccine Institute, forms part of efforts to achieve vaccine sovereignty and ensure a reliable supply of life-saving vaccines for the population. Speaking to Adom News, several residents said the move could transform Ghana’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. “For years, we have depended on imported vaccines and medicines. If Ghana can produce its own vaccines, it will be a big achievement for…

Ghanaian singer-songwriter Baaba J delivered an unforgettable performance in Accra on Sunday, June 7, as she brought the curtain down on her In Pursuit of Happiness era with a sold-out live concert. Held at Nafti Studio III and produced by the Afrodite Society, the show marked Baaba J’s long-awaited homecoming performance after years away from the local concert scene. With tickets selling out days before the event, music lovers arrived eager to celebrate an artist whose work has steadily earned admiration for its honesty, creativity and emotional depth. An Intimate Night of Music and Connection The concert’s intimate setting proved…

Nearly six out of every 10 health workers in the Greater Accra Region are considering leaving their jobs, according to a new study that highlights growing concerns about workforce retention in Ghana’s healthcare sector. The study, conducted by researchers from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and partner institutions, found that 59.8% of health workers surveyed reported intentions to quit their current positions. Published in the journal Heliyon, the research examined the factors driving turnover intentions among healthcare professionals across 10 public and private hospitals in the region. Overtime and Understaffing Driving Workers Away The study was led…

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has directed all regulated financial institutions to immediately cease supporting unauthorised foreign currency wallet services offered by certain cryptocurrency platforms to users in Ghana. In a statement, the central bank expressed concern over the growing operation of fiat currency wallet arrangements, particularly those denominated in foreign currencies such as the United States Dollar (USD), by some crypto platforms. These services are reportedly funded through bank transfers, payment cards and other payment channels facilitated by regulated financial institutions. The directive applies to banks, Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions, Electronic Money Issuers, Payment Service Providers and other regulated entities…

The Student Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has issued a strong warning to loan beneficiaries who have completed their studies but continue to default on repayments, insisting that unemployment is not a valid excuse for failing to honour their obligations. According to the Fund’s Head of Repayment and Recovery, Rosemary Aryee, many graduates who claim they cannot repay their loans often maintain lifestyles that suggest otherwise. “We do know that some of the phones that our beneficiaries carry are more expensive than the loan amount that they are expected to pay,” she said. “And so we don’t take kindly to statements…

France captain Kylian Mbappe has pledged to improve his defensive contribution as Les Bleus prepare for their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Senegal on Tuesday. The 27-year-old Real Madrid forward has faced criticism in recent months over both his performances and leadership for club and country. However, teammate Ousmane Dembele recently defended him, saying some of the criticism had gone too far. In an interview with French newspaper La Parisien, Mbappe responded to questions from friends and teammates about his game. During the discussion, his younger brother Ethan Mbappe jokingly raised concerns about his defensive work.…

FIFA is seeking an explanation from video assistant referee Shaun Evans after a hand gesture he made before Germany’s World Cup match against Curacao sparked debate online. The incident happened during FIFA’s pre-match broadcast on Sunday. The governing body has not yet issued a public statement. However, reports suggest FIFA has asked the Australian official to explain the gesture. Gesture Draws Attention Online Before kick-off, FIFA introduced the match officials as part of its television coverage. The broadcast then switched to the VAR hub in Dallas, where video officials were preparing for the match. During the segment, Evans briefly formed…