Category: News

Accra: The David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah has marked a historic milestone, graduating its first batch of international students in Ghana through its award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) Global program. According to Ghana News Agency, the MBC program, having enrolled over 200 founders, was first introduced in 2019 as a first-of-kind program, providing entrepreneurs with information and resources they need to grow and scale their companies. The ceremony marked the expansion of the school’s program, equipping founders across Africa with the skills, mentorship, and resources to launch and scale their businesses on the global

Accra: An Accra Circuit Court has remanded an ex-convict, Vincent Gbetorglo, into police custody for his alleged involvement in the robbery of a taxi driver at Haatso. Gbetorglo, a barber, is said to have committed the offence with two accomplices; Peter Akakpo, alias Dompe, and one Ali, who are currently at large. According to Ghana News Agency, the prosecution stated that the three allegedly snatched a Toyota Corolla taxi cab with registration number GM 292-16 on January 1, 2025. They are also accused of robbing the driver of his driver’s licence, Ghana Card, vehicle documents, a Samsung Galaxy A05 smartphone,

Accra: The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) has extended condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, the Ghana Armed Forces, bereaved families, and the nation. This follows the death of eight public officials in a military helicopter crash last Wednesday, August 6, 2025, while enroute to an anti-illegal mining event in Obuasi. The accident occurred in the Adansi Akrofuom area of the Ashanti Region. According to Ghana News Agency, a statement issued by GBC’s Public Relations Department and copied to the agency described the incident as ‘tragic and sudden,’ noting that the deceased were ‘dedicated gallant men in the line of duty.’

Winneba: Ven. Fr. Aaron Moses Ato Kwamena Eduah, Archdeacon of Winneba Anglican Archdeaconry of the Diocese of Cape Coast, has called on Ghanaians to reflect on the recent passing of eight government officials in a helicopter crash. He emphasized the need for the nation to realign their lives with a divine purpose. According to Ghana News Agency, Ven. Fr. Eduah highlighted the temporary nature of earthly offices, as stated in scripture, and urged the nation to perform their duties with reverence and for the benefit of humanity. He extended condolences to the Government of Ghana through a message titled “Blessed

Accra: Mr. Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has expressed indecision about running for a third term, even after the extension of the presidential term was approved by delegates at the 31st Ordinary Congress of the GFA. According to Ghana News Agency, 114 out of 124 delegates voted in favor of extending the presidential term to three, following a proposal by the Statute Review Committee. Mr. Okraku, currently one and a half years into his second term, remarked that it was too early to decide on seeking re-election. “The question about me seeking re-election is

Accra: Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, has charged the newly inaugurated National Theatre Board to collaborate with stakeholders in rejuvenating the institution’s operations and cultural programming. Speaking during the inauguration of the board, the Minister said the event was to renew efforts by the Ministry to revitalise one of Ghana’s key cultural assets. According to Ghana News Agency, the Minister expressed appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama for selecting a capable and visionary team, stating her confidence that the board would set the National Theatre on a more vibrant and impactful course. She

Accra: Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, the late Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, is remembered for his empathy, diligence, and visionary leadership. Gloria Holm-Graves, Head of Public Relations at the Ministry, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) in an interview that although Dr Mohammed led the Ministry for only a few months, he had endeared himself to staff through his goal-oriented work ethic and cordial relations. According to Ghana News Agency, Madam Holm-Graves noted that the late Minister had initiated efforts to enhance the Ministry’s impact by integrating academic research with commercialisation strategies to benefit the country and beyond.