Allow visa-on-arrival for all Africans to boost intra-African trade – AfCFTA Secretary-General
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene, has called on African governments to adopt visa-on-arrival policies for all African citizens, arguing that easier cross-border travel is essential to boosting intra-African trade and economic growth. Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Mr […]
Belgium ends US World Cup dream with 4-1 win in Round of 16
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The dream of a deep World Cup run evaporated under the bright lights of Lumen Field as the United States men’s national team suffered a crushing 4-1 defeat to Belgium. Despite playing on home soil and entering the knockout stage with significant momentum, the Americans were unable to […]
Ghanaians warned, as online investment scams cost victims over GH¢3.4 million
By Ashiadey Dotse The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has warned the public to be on high alert following a sharp increase in fraudulent online investment schemes, which have cost victims more than GH¢3.4 million in the first half of 2026. In a public alert issued on Monday, July 6, 2026, the CSA said, it recorded 352 cases of online […]
GhIG launches initiative to tackle Ghana’s flood and landslide crisis
The Ghana Institute of Geoscientists (GhIG) has launched a new initiative aimed at helping Ghana better prevent and manage floods and landslides through scientific research and evidence-based planning. The initiative, dubbed “Geoscience for a Safer Ghana”, forms part of the institute’s response to the recent flooding and landslides that claimed lives, displaced thousands of people […]
The Dream That Got Away: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Final Goodbye to the World Cup
By Kwame Bediako The tears told the story before anyone could find the words. As the final whistle echoed around the stadium, the world stood still for a brief moment. There was no miracle, no last dance worthy of Hollywood, no fairytale ending for the man who spent more than two decades rewriting football history. […]
African Union launches Diplomatic Institutes Network in Accra to shape next generation of diplomats for Agenda 2063
By Hannah Dadzie Africa has taken a major step towards strengthening its diplomatic capacity with the launch of the African Diplomatic Institutes Network (AfDIN) in Accra. AfDIN is a continental platform designed to harmonise diplomatic training, enhance collaboration among diplomatic academies and prepare a new generation of diplomats to advance Africa’s interests on the global […]
Cambridge University arrive in Ghana for landmark rugby league tour
The Cambridge University Rugby League team has arrived in Ghana ahead of a landmark week-long tour aimed at strengthening international sporting links and supporting the continued growth of rugby league in West Africa. The touring squad landed in Accra on Monday evening to begin a seven-day programme of competitive fixtures, coaching, school visits and community […]
Post-flood mitigation measures: Dredging of major drains continues
The Coordinator of the Flood Mitigation Task Force, Brigadier General Forster Okae Yeboah, and his team have visited identified water retention ponds and affected communities. Accompanied by Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations, Stanislav Dogbe, Minister for Water Resources, Works and Housing, Kenneth Adjei, and 15 Engineer Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Richard Kinney, the team visited […]
Ex-NAFCO Boss’ wife rushes to court, demands husband’s release after dramatic airport arrest
By Ashiadey Dotse The wife of former National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) Chief Executive Officer, Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, has launched an urgent legal battle to secure his release after his dramatic arrest at the Accra International Airport while preparing to travel to the United Kingdom for medical treatment. Hajia Faiza Seidu Wuni on Monday, […]
Ghana Railway Development Authority Rejects NPP’s ‘Museum Locomotives’ Claim
By Felix Cofie The Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA) has dismissed claims by the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) that two locomotives recently procured by the government are obsolete and only fit for a museum. The Minority Caucus had alleged that the locomotives are refurbished British Rail Class 56 diesel-electric engines manufactured in the United […]