Author: Rebecca Eson

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, urged Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to improve urban management systems to tackle sanitation, waste, flooding, traffic congestion, and environmental degradation. She emphasized that solving these issues boosts investor confidence and productivity. She spoke at the maiden Korle Klottey Municipal Business and Investment Forum, themed “Positioning Korle-Klottey as the prime business and investment destination in Ghana.” The event showcased the municipality’s economic potential and priority sectors such as tourism, hospitality, real estate, green economy, market redevelopment, and infrastructure. Ocloo highlighted recent flooding incidents as proof of the need for resilient communities and sustainable…

Ghana’s Sports Minister, Kofi Adams, said he is not aware of any visa denial for midfielder Thomas Partey to enter Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He noted that Partey had earlier faced challenges with a U.S. visa but has since been cleared to enter the U.S. The Minister confirmed ongoing visa discussions for coach Carlos Queiroz’s wife, but no issues have been reported regarding Partey. The English FA is reportedly considering whether England players should participate in the traditional pre-match handshake with Partey when Ghana faces England on June 23, given the serious charges against him. Partey faces…

The 23rd edition of football’s global showpiece began in dramatic fashion at Mexico City Stadium, where Mexico defeated South Africa 2–0 in a match overshadowed by three red cards. Julián Quiñones opened the scoring in the 9th minute, capitalising on a defensive error from South Africa’s Yaya Sithole to slot past goalkeeper Ronwen Williams. Veteran striker Raúl Jiménez doubled the lead in the 67th minute, heading home a Roberto Alvarado cross to seal victory for the hosts. But the contest quickly descended into ill-discipline: 49th minute: Sithole was sent off for a professional foul on Brian Gutiérrez. 84th minute: South…

A new nationwide study has revealed that while many Ghanaians remain committed to democratic governance, frustrations over economic hardship and corruption are fueling conversations about military rule as a possible alternative. The research, conducted across all 16 regions and involving 6,719 respondents, found that 52.3% of citizens are satisfied with Ghana’s democracy, with 43.5% rating it as “good” and 10.3% as “very good.” An overwhelming majority 92.3% understood democracy as a system rooted in the rule of law, human rights, and regular elections. Participation levels were also high, with 93.1% of respondents registered to vote. Despite this strong democratic awareness,…

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has formally begun plea bargain negotiations with the Attorney-General in the criminal case in which he and two others are accused of defrauding the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Exim Bank) of GH¢14.3 million. Court filings dated June 11, 2026, revealed that Wontumi’s lawyer, Andy Appiah-Kubi, submitted a request on June 5 under Section 162C(3) of the Criminal and Other Offences (Procedure) Act, 1960 (Act 30), seeking to engage the Attorney-General in plea discussions. A notice signed by Deputy Attorney-General Justice Srem-Sai was subsequently…

The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), backed by the Government of Ghana, has secured exclusive terrestrial free-to-air rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026. This guarantees millions of Ghanaians free access to all matches, including the Black Stars’ group-stage games against England, Croatia, and Panama. To maximize nationwide coverage, GBC has formed a National Broadcast Consortium, bringing together major broadcasters such as GTV, Joy Prime, GHOne TV, Metro TV, TV3, UTV, and others. The consortium will share technical, marketing, and broadcasting resources to ensure seamless delivery across the country. Radio stations must obtain sub-licences from GBC to carry live commentary, while…

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has warned that Accra faces an elevated risk of flooding this June, with rainfall totals across the Coastal Zone expected to range between 100 and 150 millimetres. According to the agency, the capital has become increasingly vulnerable to flooding over the years, to the extent that rainfall amounts as low as 30 millimetres can now inundate some communities. The Deputy Director and Head of Research and Applied Meteorology at GMet, Francisca Martey, said human activities and rapid urban development had significantly reduced the city’s natural ability to absorb and drain rainwater, making floods more frequent…

Former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu, has returned to Ghana and is now in custody following her extradition from the United States, as her legal team pursues an appeal seeking to overturn her conviction on multiple financial crime charges. Mrs Tamakloe Attionu arrived in Ghana on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, after being extradited by US authorities. Her return comes amid an ongoing legal challenge before the Court of Appeal, Criminal Division in Accra, where her lawyers are seeking to have her conviction quashed and all charges dismissed. Her defence team,…

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has called on the government to provide unequivocal assurances that any plan to sell the new headquarters of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has been permanently abandoned, arguing that public denials alone are insufficient to dispel lingering concerns. The call follows reports suggesting that the central bank was considering a sale-and-leaseback arrangement involving its new headquarters. Although the Bank of Ghana has dismissed the claims as false and misleading, the NPP maintains that the issue requires greater clarity from government. In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the opposition party said it had…

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, has strongly defended her recognition as “Best Regional Minister” at the sixth edition of the Ghana Ministers of State Excellence Honours, insisting that the award was based on her performance in office and not on any financial contribution. Responding to criticism surrounding the award scheme, Madam Ocloo dismissed claims that recipients paid to be recognised, arguing that such allegations were motivated by jealousy and political rivalry. In an interview with Asaase Radio on Monday, she rejected suggestions raised by the Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), Michael Kpessa-Whyte, who recently…