Ghana has lost one of its brightest ambassadors -GTA pays tribute to Sharon Dede Padi
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has paid tribute to Sharon Dede Padi, known in artistic circles as Padiki, describing her as an inspiration whose creativity and determination brought honour to Ghana. In a statement signed on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto, the Authority said it received news of the celebrated visual […]
Visual artist, Guinness World Record holder Sharon Dede Padi dies
Ghana’s creative arts industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of celebrated visual artist and poet Sharon Dede Padi, popularly known as Padiki. She reportedly passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at the age of 50. The cause of her death has not been officially announced, and her […]
Lausanne Workplace Forum 2026 to Convene Leaders on Faith, Work, and Societal Change
The Lausanne Workplace Forum 2026 will run from 6–9 August at the Pentecost Convention Centre in Gomoa Fetteh, convening influential business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and emerging change-makers from across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond under one central theme: Kingdom Impact ln Every Sphere Of Life: Workplace Engagement in Discipling Africa-integrating faith with vocation. The […]
Roads Minister satisfied with progress on Atimpoku–Asikuma junction road project
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of work on the rehabilitation of the Atimpoku–Asikuma Junction Road following an inspection of the project. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, the Ministry of Roads and Highways said the inspection formed part of […]
2026 FIFA World Cup: Quarter-Final Fixtures, Dates and Kick-Off Times
By Kwame Bediako The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals are now set, with eight teams left and only three wins separating them from the title. The standout ties include France vs Morocco, Spain vs Belgium, Norway vs England, and Argentina vs Switzerland. Quarter-final fixtures France’s meeting with Morocco is a repeat of their 2022 World […]
FIFA investigating alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed at World Cup
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent FIFA has launched a formal investigation following allegations of racist abuse directed at prominent social media influencer IShowSpeed. The incident occurred during Argentina’s 3-2 victory over Cape Verde at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on July 3. The 21-year-old American streamer, whose legal name is Darren Jason Watkins […]
Bigscout Media retracts Prince Owusu story, issues unqualified apology to GFA
By Kwame Bediako Bigscout Media has issued an unqualified apology to the Ghana Football Association (GFA) after publishing allegations that Black Stars forward Prince Owusu was asked to give up part of his earnings in exchange for a national team call-up. The media outlet has also removed the content from its platforms, bringing an end […]
Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa signs law extending presidency to 2030
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed into law constitutional changes extending his time in office to 2030. The legislation, approved by Parliament last month, also introduces a provision allowing future presidents to be elected by lawmakers instead of a direct public vote. President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed legislation extending his tenure by two years, allowing […]
GFA demands retraction over false Black Stars call-up allegations
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association has formally warned Bigscout Media over a video alleging a Black Stars call-up scheme involving CF Montréal forward Prince Owusu. The GFA says the claims are false, demanded removal of the video and a public retraction, and warned that it may pursue legal action if Bigscout Media does […]
NIB PLC Commissions 17 New Operational Vehicles to Enhance Customer Service and Nationwide Operations
By Rebecca Ampah National Investment Bank PLC (NIB PLC) has commissioned a fleet of 17 brand-new operational vehicles as part of efforts to strengthen its operations, improve customer service delivery and support its ongoing transformation agenda. The commissioning ceremony, held on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, saw the bank unveil 10 Toyota Corolla saloon cars, five […]