Author: Rebecca Eson

Boston’s FIFA World Cup host committee has unveiled a dedicated shuttle service to transport fans to and from Gillette Stadium during the 2026 tournament, with fares set at $95 per seat. The announcement comes amid broader concerns over rising transport costs for the event. Earlier, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority confirmed plans to significantly increase rail fares for match days, raising the cost of a round-trip journey between central Boston and the stadium from the usual $20—typically charged during New England Patriots games—to $80 for the 27-mile trip during the tournament. The newly introduced bus service, branded the “Boston Stadium…

The Ministry of Health has rolled out a new package of medical kits—featuring distinctive red backpacks—to strengthen the delivery of services by community health nurses under the country’s free primary healthcare programme. The initiative, introduced as part of efforts to enhance frontline healthcare, is designed to improve both the visibility and operational capacity of nurses working at the community level. Each backpack is equipped with essential tools, including a weighing scale, blood pressure monitor, glucometer, flashlight, and protective gear such as a raincoat. According to Deputy Minister of Health Grace Ayensu-Danquah, the intervention is aimed at equipping health workers to…

Ghana and Japan have reinforced their development partnership with the rollout of three strategic initiatives aimed at advancing peacebuilding, digital transformation, and health innovation. The programmes, officially launched on April 15, 2026, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, are being financed under Japan’s Fiscal Year 2025 Supplementary Budget, with an initial combined investment of approximately US$1.5 million. Implementation is being carried out collaboratively by the governments of Ghana and Japan, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme and the World Health Organization. The initiatives comprise a peacebuilding project in Bawku under the Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus framework, a digital transformation…

A Ghanaian pastor is among 15 individuals arrested in Vaughan, Canada, following an extensive fraud investigation linked to funds intended to support vulnerable residents. The arrests stem from a year-long probe conducted by regional law enforcement authorities, which uncovered what investigators describe as a coordinated scheme targeting the Homeless Prevention Program (HPP)—a social intervention initiative designed to assist individuals who are homeless or at risk of losing stable housing. Those arrested include Isaac Oppong, 38; Richard Owusu, 27; and Christiana Oppong, 41, all residents of Vaughan in the York Region, alongside 12 other non-Ghanaian suspects. The group faces multiple charges,…

A Professor of Finance at Andrews University, Williams Kwasi Peprah, has cautioned against the full adoption of a proposed GH¢1.65 reduction in petroleum prices, warning that such a move could place significant strain on Ghana’s fiscal position. While acknowledging the need for consumer relief, the economist described the 40 percent reduction in the total tax component—advocated by several civil society organisations—as excessive, arguing that it could substantially erode government revenue and undermine the financing of critical public expenditures. Instead, he proposed a more measured approach, recommending a 20 percent reduction in petroleum-related taxes as a balanced alternative that would provide…

Egg suppliers in Koforidua have renewed calls for government intervention to engage authorities in Burkina Faso over an ongoing trade suspension that has halted egg exports for more than two months, resulting in a significant oversupply within Ghana’s domestic market. The appeal follows recent concerns raised by stakeholders in the poultry value chain, particularly producers and exporters based in major production hubs such as Dormaa Ahenkro, where industry actors have highlighted the impact of border restrictions on cross-border trade in eggs. According to industry players, the suspension is linked to health-related concerns associated with Ghana’s earlier bird flu outbreak. However,…

Sunderland A.F.C. have strongly condemned racist abuse directed at forward Brian Brobbey following their 1-0 Premier League victory over Tottenham Hotspur, describing the incident as part of a persistent and unacceptable pattern of discrimination affecting the game. The club confirmed that the matter has been formally reported to the Premier League, relevant social media platforms, and law enforcement authorities, with a clear expectation that swift and decisive action will be taken against those responsible. Sunderland also reiterated its commitment to supporting the player and standing firmly against all forms of abuse. Brobbey has become the latest Premier League player to…

Newly appointed head coach of the Ghana national football team, Carlos Queiroz, has pledged full commitment to his new role, describing his appointment not as a routine coaching assignment but as a national mission aimed at restoring pride, discipline, and unity within Ghana football. In his first official remarks following confirmation by the Ghana Football Association, the experienced Portuguese tactician expressed gratitude and humility, signalling both appreciation for the opportunity and awareness of the high expectations attached to leading one of Africa’s most historic football nations. Queiroz, who brings decades of international coaching experience, acknowledged the magnitude of the task…

The Ghana national football team has appointed veteran Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz as head coach ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a decision by the Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association in collaboration with key stakeholders. The appointment marks a strategic move aimed at strengthening Ghana’s technical leadership ahead of the global tournament, which will be hosted in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Queiroz is expected to take immediate charge of preparations as the team builds toward the competition scheduled to begin on June 11, 2026. Queiroz brings a wealth of international experience and a strong…

Leading global financial and energy institutions—the World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and International Energy Agency—have raised concerns over the potential economic fallout from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, warning of heightened risks to food security, employment, and energy prices, particularly in low-income and African economies, including Ghana. In a joint statement issued during high-level engagements on the sidelines of the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., the institutions highlighted the far-reaching implications of the conflict on global commodity markets. The meeting formed part of a coordination framework established to strengthen collective responses to the war’s energy and…