Author: Kenneth Nii Tete Annan

President John Dramani Mahama has gotten real about the state of Ghana’s state-owned enterprises, and let us just say, he admits things have not exactly been smooth. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the Presidential Group on the Economy at Jubilee House, Mahama did not sugarcoat it. He described the management of state institutions as “uneven” and sometimes even “haphazard,” making it clear that there’s serious room for improvement. According to him, weak governance structures, political interference, and poor financial discipline have slowed down institutions that were once strong and reliable. Mahama pointed out that Cocobod, which has successfully syndicated…

A new survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) shows that unemployment is the number one issue Ghanaians want President John Mahama’s administration to fix. According to the report, 46% of respondents said joblessness is the biggest problem in the country right now. That’s nearly half the population pointing to one thing: people need jobs. It clearly shows that for many Ghanaians, having stable employment equals security, stability, and peace of mind. Coming in second is illegal mining, aka galamsey, which 30% of respondents flagged as a major concern. People are worried about the environmental damage, polluted water bodies,…

Ghana international Antoine Semenyo says there are no secrets to his performance at Manchester City following his explosive start to life at the club. With five goals and two assists in eight appearances across all competitions, Semenyo has had an incredible first season in Manchester. The forward chipped in with a goal and an assist on Wednesday evening as Man City scored three past Fulham in their Premier League meeting. Speaking after the game, Semenyo praised the players and coaching staff for his impressive performances at the club so far. “[There’s] no secrets! It’s just being part of a great…

Ghanaian musician Sista Afia has recalled the hardships she suffered while living in the United Kingdom. In an interview, Sista Afia revealed that life in the UK became unbearable while she was still working as a nurse before pursuing music professionally. Before moving to Ghana, she added, circumstances worsened to the point where she had to stay at her friend’s house and in her car. She said, “It got to a point where I had issues with rent, so I didn’t have a place to sleep. I was sleeping in my friend’s apartment or in my car. I even packed…

Tottenham Hotspur have sacked head coach Thomas Frank after less than eight months in charge following a 2-1 defeat at home to Newcastle on Tuesday, which left them just five points above the Premier League relegation zone. The North London side are 16th in the table and without a win in their past eight Premier League games — their worst such run since October 2008. In their last 17 league games, the Spurs have only won two and earned just 12 points. “The club has made the decision to make a change in the men’s head coach position and Thomas…

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has pushed back against claims by the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Traders Association that the new Value Added Tax regime under the VAT Act, 2025 (Act 1151), will increase consumer prices, distort competition, and burden traders. According to a statement from the GRA, the worries are a result of a basic misinterpretation of the new system. “The change from the 4% Flat Rate to 20% will not result in increased prices,” the Authority said, explaining that under the old flat-rate scheme, input VAT of 21.9% on purchases was not deductible. Input VAT is now fully…

The Oti Regional Police Command has intercepted a large consignment of suspected narcotics concealed in a long trailer at Dambai in the Oti Region. The operation, which took place on February 10, 2026, was carried out based on intelligence gathered by the Police. Officers stopped and searched a DAF Long Trailer with registration number GW 1943-09, according to a statement signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police John Nchor, the Oti Regional Police Public Affairs Officer. Despite the trailer’s first appearance of being empty, a thorough examination showed that it had been altered to include hidden compartments that were sealed with…

A 27-year-old Ghanaian citizen, Frederick Kumi (Abu Trica), arrested for allegedly engaging in cyber fraud, has dragged the government of Ghana and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to the High Court, alleging a harrowing ordeal of torture, unlawful detention, and a blatant disregard for his fundamental human rights. Kumi is requesting GH₵10 million in damages in a motion submitted to the Human Rights Division of the High Court in Accra for what he claims was a concerted campaign of “cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment” after his detention on December 11, 2025. The lawsuit names the Minister for…

In an era where music trends change overnight, most songs fade after their moment. Only a few manage to resurface years later and go head-to-head with today’s biggest records. Yet that is what “Over” has done. “Over” was released nine years ago. The song has re-entered the major charts and is sitting at the top of Uk Afrobeats Top 10. “Over” was released by R2Bees on September 21, 2017. R2Bees is a Ghanaian hip hop and hiplife duo from Tema, comprising two cousins, Faisal Hakeem aka Omar Sterling and Rashid Mugeez aka Mugeez. “Over” can be considered one of the…

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl half-time show was one big love letter to his native Puerto Rico, culminating in a message of pride in his home and the Americas, and an appeal for unity with the US. The 14-minute set included guest performances from Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, along with cameos from the likes of Pedro Pascal, Cardi B, Karol G, and Jessica Alba, who could be seen dancing on the porch of his famous casita, a staple of his shows designed to look like a traditional Puerto Rican home. The 31-year-old, who, according to Spotify, was the most-played artist in…