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…
Author: Kelvin Papa Sackey
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…
The Procurement and Supply Department of Takoradi Technical University (TTU) has nominated Dr Lord Yamoah as one of its representatives for the upcoming International Men’s Day Exposition, organised by the Centre of Excellence for Gender, Disability and Advocacy (CEGENDA). The event, themed “Navigating the Midlife Crossroads: Strategies for Men to Thrive in the Second Half of Life,” is scheduled for Tuesday, 16th December 2025. Dr Yamoah, a respected scholar and practitioner in procurement and supply chain management, has built a reputation for academic excellence, professional integrity, and dedicated mentorship. His nomination reflects the Department’s confidence in his ability to engage…
Ghanaian footballers were in action across Europe and beyond over the weekend, with several standout performances headlined by Edmund Baidoo and Moritz-Broni Kwarteng. In Austria, Baidoo was on target for Red Bull Salzburg, helping the champions secure a 2-0 win over BW Linz in the Bundesliga. Emmanuel Agyeman also featured as Wolfsberger AC defeated Austria Vienna 2-1, with Kelvin Boateng making a substitute appearance for the losing side. In Germany, Moritz-Broni Kwarteng made an immediate impact from the bench, assisting the decisive goal in Bochum’s 1-0 win over Arminia Bielefeld in Bundesliga 2. Jan Gyamerah and Patrick Pfeiffer both completed…
Former Black Stars manager Kwasi Appiah has officially extended his stay with the Sudan national team after agreeing a new three-year contract with the Sudanese Football Association in Khartoum on Thursday. The deal which runs until 2028 is a reward for the significant progress Sudan have made since Appiah took charge in September 2023. Tasked with rebuilding the Falcons of Jediane, the experienced Ghanaian coach has successfully revived belief and competitiveness within the team. Under his leadership, Sudan secured qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, marking a major milestone in their resurgence. Their campaign featured a…
In a move that has sent ripples through Nigerian football, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has announced his retirement from the national team less than three weeks before the start of 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The decision comes just after Nigeria’s heartbreaking exit from the 2026 World Cup playoffs — and has left fans and pundits reflecting on the end of an era. A Storied Journey: From 2015 Debut to Team Anchor Troost-Ekong’s international career began in 2015, when he made his competitive debut in an AFCON qualifier against Chad. From that first call-up, he quickly established himself…