The creative arts industry in Ghana has received a major boost after five of its most influential personalities were presented with diplomatic passports by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. The recipients include travel vlogger Wode Maya, Grammy-nominated reggae musician Rocky Dawuni, broadcaster Anita Erskine, visual artist Ibrahim Mahama, and entrepreneur Dentaa Amoateng…
Month: September 2025
Agya Koo Calls For NPP’s Return, Says Ghanaians Disappointed Under Mahama
Ghanaian actor Agya Koo has stirred political debate after urging the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to reclaim power, arguing that many Ghanaians feel worse off under President John Dramani Mahama. In a video shared online, the popular actor said that ordinary citizens often compare the current administration with that of former President Nana Akufo-Addo, and many conclude that life has…
What getting my UK Licence taught me about saving lives on Ghana’s roads
In the UK, a driving licence is not a luxury but a necessity, just like in other advanced countries, integral to employment and daily life. While the economy facilitates easy car ownership through credit, the system is deliberately designed to prioritise safety over convenience. One must first obtain a license, a process that involves rigorous theoretical and practical examinations, before…
Violence in Schools: Parents are first duty bearers in child discipline – PTA Secretary
The General Secretary of the National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTA), Gapson Kofi Raphael, has raised concern over the rising cases of violence in schools, stressing that parents, as first duty bearers, must take responsibility for instilling discipline in their children. His comments come amid the growing incidents of unrest, especially at the senior high school level, which he said…
Antoine Semenyo wins Goal of the Month award at Bournemouth – Ghana Latest Football News, Live Scores, Results
Ghana striker Antoine Semenyo has added the Goal of the Month accolade to his Player of the Month award to make it a double at AFC Bournemouth in August. The 25-year-old received the most votes from fans of Bournemouth to emerge winner of the Goal of the Month for his sensational solo strike against Liverpool. The Ghanaian, who netted a…
Poverty and corruption are silent killers of democracy – Ambassador Baba Kamara
ECOWAS Special Envoy on Terrorism, Ambassador Baba Kamara, has described poverty and corruption as the “silent killers” undermining Africa’s democratic growth. Delivering a message on his behalf at the 2025 Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) Democracy Dialogue in Accra, Kamara warned that democracy cannot flourish when citizens are hungry, unemployed, or alienated by corrupt leadership. “Democracy cannot thrive on empty stomachs.…
Adom FM’s Okyeame Amoako Darkwa Passes Away After Health Battle
Ghanaian media personality Okyeame Amoako Darkwa, widely known for his work with Adom FM and Adom TV, has passed away. The seasoned journalist and broadcaster died on Thursday, September 15, 2025, following a prolonged illness. Amoako Darkwa was a prominent figure in the media landscape, having held various roles throughout his career. He was a familiar face on Adom TV’s…
Ghana Students Get School Placements as GES Sets October 18 Reporting Date
GES The Ghana Education Service has officially announced the release of 2025 senior high school placement results, directing all successfully placed students to report to their assigned institutions from October 18, 2025. The long-awaited Computerised School Selection and Placement System results were officially released on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, marking a crucial milestone for thousands of Basic Education Certificate Examination…
Okada rider killed in hit-and-run at Tetegu
An okada rider has died in a hit-and-run crash involving a commercial bus, popularly known as ‘trotro’, at Tetegu on the Accra–Kasoa highway. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Wednesday when the speeding bus rammed into the motorcycle, which was carrying a passenger. The impact killed the rider instantly, while the pillion passenger survived but sustained severe injuries. According…
Man City not Champions League contenders – Guardiola
Pep Guardiola acknowledged that Manchester City are not considered among the favourites to win the Champions League ahead of their opening game against Napoli on today. City have regularly reached the sharp end of Europe’s top club competition in recent years, winning the trophy for the first time in 2023. They suffered a painful early exit last season, losing to…
