Otto Addo, the Head coach of the Black Stars, will reveal his team this week for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying doubleheader against Sudan. The Black Stars will be aiming to bounce back from their disappointing 1-0 defeat to Angola in their opening qualifier. They were kept to a draw by Niger in the next game too. With several talented players in form, Addo has a tough task of selecting the best possible squad for the Sudan clashes. The coach will be keen to blend experience with youth and ensure that the team is well-prepared to secure maximum…
Author: Kelvin Papa Sackey
Former Sports Minister Nii Lante Vanderpuye has made a bold prediction, asserting that Ghana possesses greater potential for success in boxing compared to football. This assertion comes amidst a recent surge of talented young boxers emerging from the northern regions of the country. Vanderpuye, a passionate advocate for boxing, pointed to Ghana’s rich history in the sport, highlighted by the achievements of legendary fighters like Azumah Nelson and David Kotey. He believes that the current crop of boxers, have the potential to carry on this legacy and elevate Ghana’s status in international boxing. “We have the potential to become much…
The Ghana Highway Authority has announced the commencement of rehabilitation works on the Apedwa-Ejisu road, aimed at enhancing road safety and improving travel conditions for commuters. The project, which is expected to significantly upgrade the current infrastructure, will result in temporary road closures. In light of the construction, authorities are urging the public to exercise patience and plan their journeys accordingly. The Ghana Highway Authority has released a communique to further address the populace on the rehabilitation of the road. Contractors will implement comprehensive traffic management measures to minimize disruptions, ensuring that alternative routes and signage are clearly marked for…
Oliver Barker-Vormawor, the organiser of the Democracy Hub demonstration, has denied rumours that he is in hiding and that the police have proclaimed him wanted. The claims were described as “baseless and misleading” by Barker-Vormawor. Several demonstrators from the Democracy Hub group were taken into custody on Sunday, September 22. A manhunt was launched by the police to find Barker-Vormawor and other people for their suspected involvement in illegal activities during the protest, according to a statement they later released. A number of protesters from the Democracy Hub group have been arrested, according to the Ghana Police Service, for engaging…
Anthony Joshua addressed calls for his retirement following his knockout loss to Daniel Dubois, emphasizing his commitment to the sport and his desire to learn from the experience. After losing a fight at Wembley in London on Saturday, September 21, against IBF heavyweight champion Dubois, Joshua experienced the most recent defeat of his career. The former heavyweight champion was urged to leave the sport after the setback, which marks his fourth career defeat. Joshua, nevertheless, has already declared on social media that his career is “far from over” in a defiant post. He acknowledged the disappointment but expressed a determination…
Renowned Ghanaian musician Kofi Kinaata has assured his fans of his safety following a road accident in Aboadze, Western Region. The incident occurred on Sunday, September 22nd, when Kinaata’s vehicle collided with a motorcycle. Kinaata took to social media to thank his followers for their outpouring of affection and concern. He affirmed that he is doing well and getting over the ordeal. “On our way to an event in the Western Region, our car had a head-on collision with a motorcycle at Aboadze, leading to an incident. Thank you all for your concern. I’m in good health and sound mind.…
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) was established in 2021 by the Cyber security Act, 2020 (Act 1038) as a government agency under the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation. The CSA which officially begun its operations on 1st October 2021 previously operated as a Secretariat thus, National Cyber Security Secreteriat (NCSS) after the appointment of a National Cyber Security Advisor before transitioning into a centre by name National Cyber Security Centre and then finally becoming an agency that operates under the then Ministry of Communications. The Cyber Security Authority is responsible for regulating cyber security activities in Ghana so as to…
Massive rehabilitation work has commenced on the Apedwa-Ejisu stretch of the Accra-Kumasi Highway to restore the pavement’s riding quality and improve safety and traffic flow. The 160km Apedwa-Ejisu section is a critical highway connecting Accra to Kumasi and passes through key economic towns such as towns such as Bunso Junction, Anyinam, Konongo, and Ejisu. The Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Francis Asenso-Boakye, inspected the works yesterday and emphasized the corridor’s vital role in linking the country’s two largest economic cities. “Over the years, this important road has experienced extensive deterioration, with defects such as potholes, cracks, rutting, and depressions…
The Ministry of the Interior has officially declared Monday, September 23, 2024, a public holiday in Ghana This notice is to notify the public that Saturday, September 21, 2024, is Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day, a Statutory Public Holiday. However, because September 21, 2024, falls on a Saturday, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, has declared Monday, September 23, 2024, as an additional public holiday by Executive Instrument (E.I), in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Act 601). This declaration should be observed nationwide.
The National Sports Authority (NSA) has categorically stated that the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Tarkwa-Nsuaem cannot take over the management of the Tarkwa T&A Park. This clarification comes in response to recent reports suggesting that the MCE was seeking to assume control of the stadium. The NSA emphasized that the Tarkwa T&A Park remains under its jurisdiction and that any decisions regarding its management and operations must be made in consultation with the relevant authorities. The NSA further clarified that the MCE does not have the authority to unilaterally take over the stadium. In August, the Gold Fields Ghana…