Ghana Rejects MTN’s GH¢20m Donation for Xenophobia Victims The Government of Ghana has declined MTN Ghana’s proposed GH¢20 million donation to support Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
World Cup ‘Powder Man’ Kailani Ibrahim Arrested Over Alleged $30,000 Visa Fraud Ghana’s viral “Powder Man,” Kailani Ibrahim, has appeared before an Accra Circuit Court over alleged visa and travel fraud involving more than $30,000 and over 13 people. Alleged victims have also spoken about the money they claim to have lost.
Nigeria Drug Enforcement: 101-Year-Old Woman Arrested Over Cannabis Distribution NDLEA operatives in Ogun State have arrested 101-year-old Esther Ogunmabo for allegedly retailing cannabis following a business loss. Read full details.
Thomas Partey Joins Al-Shabab After Exiting Villarreal Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has joined Saudi Pro League club Al-Shabab on a one-year deal after leaving Villarreal as a free agent.
Health Minister Sets August 20 Deadline for Newly Recruited Health Professionals Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh urges newly recruited health professionals to report to their postings by August 20, 2026. Those who miss the deadline risk losing their appointments.
South Africa Seeks Reimbursement for R292m Spent Repatriating Foreign Nationals South Africa is seeking reimbursement from Malawi, Nigeria, and Ethiopia after spending R292 million on the repatriation of 82,875 foreign nationals.
Ghana Police Arrest Imam, Another Man Over Prophet Mohammed Videos Two men have been arrested over separate videos involving statements about Prophet Mohammed, the Ghana Police Service says.
Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad Sentenced to Death Over War Crimes Bashar al-Assad has been sentenced to death in absentia by a Syrian court over crimes against humanity and torture during his rule.
NSA Names Tertiary Institutions Whose Graduates Cannot Currently Be Deployed for National Service The NSA says graduates from 13 tertiary institutions cannot currently be deployed for national service due to accreditation issues.
Ghanaian Student in Minnesota Charged with Credit Card Fraud and Exploitation A Ghanaian international student working as a personal care assistant in Duluth, Minnesota, has been charged with financial fraud after investigators alleged he used an elderly, blind client's credit card to pay over $11,000 in college tuition and online purchases.
OTHM Fined by Ofqual After Serious Failures in Malpractice Investigations Ofqual has fined OTHM Qualifications £25,000 after finding serious failures in malpractice investigations, record-keeping and reporting.
Ghana Standardises Three Indigenous Languages to Boost School Literacy Ghana has standardised three more local languages as the government targets three additional languages before the end of 2026.
Jorge Messi, Father and Longtime Manager of Lionel Messi, Dies at 68 Jorge Messi, father and longtime manager of football superstar Lionel Messi, has passed away at age 68 in Rosario, Argentina. Read about his life, legacy, and his role in guiding the career of the world's greatest footballer.
James Agalga Appointed Majority Leader as Mahama Reshuffles Cabinet Hon. James Agalga’s movement to Majority Leader requires a swift transition to maintain caucus discipline and legislative momentum in Parliament, especially following recent debates on national budget allocations and public finance oversight.