The Millennium Supporters Union of Ghana (MISUGHA) has officially launched its Western Regional Branch at a ceremony held in Takoradi, marking a significant step in the union’s efforts to strengthen organised support for Ghana’s national teams across the country. The event was graced by the Member of Parliament for the Kwesimintsim Constituency, Hon. Lawyer Fiifi Buckman, who attended as a special guest. Addressing the gathering, he assured members of the government’s support for organised supporter groups and expressed his delight at the successful inauguration of MISUGHA’s Western Regional Branch. He described the launch as timely and important for promoting unity,…
Author: Kelvin Papa Sackey
Renowned procurement expert, academic, and governance specialist, Dr Lord Emmanuel Yamoah, will on Friday, 23 January 2026, officially launch a new book that promises to reshape conversations around procurement and supply chain management in Ghana and across Africa. The book offers a comprehensive and practice-oriented examination of procurement and supply chain management in contemporary times, positioning the discipline not merely as a compliance function but as a strategic driver of accountability, resilience, and sustainable development. Drawing from global theories, African realities, and Ghanaian institutional experiences, the work reflects the evolving nature of procurement in an increasingly complex economic and governance…
Ghanaian footballers were in action across several leagues over the weekend, delivering notable performances, crucial contributions and valuable minutes for their respective clubs. In England, Antoine Semenyo featured in his first Manchester derby as Manchester City fell 2–0 to rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford. In the Championship, Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku were both involved as Leicester City suffered a 2–1 defeat away to Coventry City, a match that also saw Thomas Asante-Brandon return from injury to make a brief appearance for the hosts. Further down the leagues, Andy Yiadom played for Reading in their 3–1 League One…
Takoradi Technical Institute (TTI) has invited respected academic and TVET advocate, Dr Lord Emmanuel Yamoah, to chair the Grand Durbar marking the climax of its 2026 SRC Week celebrations. The week-long SRC Week is scheduled to take place from January 19 to January 26, 2026, under the theme “Transforming Lives through TVET Skills.” The celebration is aimed at highlighting the pivotal role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in national development, skills acquisition, and youth empowerment. The Grand Durbar, which serves as the high point of the celebrations, will be held on Friday, January 25, 2026, at 9:00…
Thirty-one players have been invited to join the Black Princesses for a residential training camp at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram as preparations intensify for Ghana’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa. The team is regrouping following a convincing qualification over Tunisia, which saw Ghana record a dominant 4–0 aggregate victory to progress to the third round of the qualifiers. Ghana will host South Africa in the first leg of the tie in early February 2026 before travelling to South Africa for the return fixture later in the month, with a place at the…
Dr Lord Emmanuel Yamoah has been recognised with a Citation of Honour at the prestigious Ghana Business and Heroes Awards, in acknowledgment of his exceptional leadership, distinguished public service, and impactful contributions to national development. The award celebrates Dr Yamoah’s unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and visionary leadership, which have continued to inspire communities, strengthen institutions, and advance transformational leadership within the education sector and beyond. According to the citation, his work exemplifies values of service, innovation, and dedication, qualities that align with the core ideals upheld by the Ghana Business and Heroes Awards. His presence and influence were described…
Andy Mintah Yiadom has been recognised with the Rising Star Award at the Ghana Business & Heroes Awards 2025, in recognition of his growing impact across leadership, governance, procurement, insurance, and institutional development. The award celebrates professionals whose work demonstrates discipline, ethical leadership, and measurable contribution to national development. For Andy Yiadom, the honour reflects years of consistent service, continuous learning, and commitment to excellence across multiple sectors. Reacting to the recognition, Andy expressed deep gratitude and humility, describing the moment as both affirming and sobering. “I am deeply humbled to receive the Rising Star Award at the Ghana Business…
Former Ghana midfielder Derek Boateng has strongly criticised the possible inclusion of Callum Hudson-Odoi and Eddie Nketiah in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, warning that such a move could undermine fairness and disrupt team unity. Speaking on Sporty FM, Boateng argued that players who were not part of the qualification journey should not be drafted into the squad at the final tournament stage. He stressed that international football must reward commitment, sacrifice and consistency, particularly during the demanding qualification campaign. According to the former Black Stars enforcer, qualifiers are often played under difficult conditions, including poor pitches,…
Takoradi Technical University (TTU), through its Centre of Excellence for Gender, Disability and Advocacy (CEGENDA), has held an International Men’s Day Exposition aimed at equipping men with practical strategies to thrive in midlife and beyond. Held on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, at the N.A.T. Auditorium Conference Room 1, the exposition was themed “Navigating the Midlife Crossroads: Strategies for Men to Thrive in the Second Half of Life.” The programme brought together health professionals, counsellors and university administrators to discuss physical health, emotional wellbeing and lifestyle choices critical to men’s longevity. The Vice-Chancellor, Rev. Prof. John Frank Eshun, graced the event,…
Germany will host Ghana in an international friendly on Monday, March 30, 2026, as both nations intensify preparations for the FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The match, scheduled for an 8:45 pm kick-off in Stuttgart, will provide a key test for the two sides ahead of the global showpiece and carries added significance for Black Stars head coach Otto Addo, who was born in Hamburg and enjoyed a successful playing career in Germany. Addo, a former Borussia Dortmund midfielder and Bundesliga champion in 2002, will lead Ghana against one of the traditional powerhouses of world…