GHANA BREAKING NEWS

The Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) is shifting its focus from paying patients’ medical bills to addressing structural gaps that limit access to specialised healthcare. The Fund is investing in cardiac centres in Kumasi and Tamale, a planned comprehensive cancer facility at Korle Bu and a US$10…

The smooth transition of Edward Bawa into the leadership of GOIL has been driven by more than just staff support. The Group CEO and Managing Director says the company’s strong human capital, established structures, and internal policies have made his first year in office easier than he expected. Mr…

Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of GOIL PLC, Edward Bawa, says his transition into the leadership of the oil marketing company has been smoother than he initially expected. Mr Bawa said the supportive environment he encountered at GOIL, coupled with the staff’s commitment and…

A pilot onboard an Amazon cargo plane that crashed in Miami, Florida, on Sunday noted it was going too fast before it overshot a runway, crashed into other vehicles and burst into flames, new flight data shows. The investigation update from the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said…

Ghana’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Sabah Zita Benson, says Ghana’s home to the Secretariat of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), reinforce the country’s position as a gateway to Africa, placing it at the heart of an ambitious project to deepen trade and economic integration…

TV host Jimmy Kimmel says his interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico will not air on television due to pressure from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Speaking on his talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, on Wednesday, Kimmel said the FCC, under Donald Trump’s presidency, had…

Princess Diana’s “revenge dress”, worn at a Vanity Fair party in London just hours after then-Prince Charles admitted in a television interview to an affair with Camilla Parker-Bowles, is going up for auction. Her dramatic arrival at the Serpentine Gallery in 1994 in a custom-made black silk…

The Minerals Commission is developing ‌minimum wage and tender benchmarks for contract mining firms, seeking to curb aggressive underbidding as the country pushes miners to outsource more operations to local contractors, a senior official said on Thursday. Ghana, Africa’s top gold producer, in…

Aryna Sabalenka’s march towards a third successive US Open title continued as she powered past home hope Jessica Pegula in an impressive display to reach the final in New York. The Belarusian overcame some early frustration and raised her level when it mattered most to secure a 7-5 6-2 victory and…

The battle for customers between GOIL and Star Oil is intensifying, but the rivalry has not stopped the two companies’ chief executives from maintaining a cordial relationship. GOIL Chief Executive Officer Edward Bawa says the competition between the two oil marketing companies remains strictly…

Barcelona midfielder Rodri says he has apologised to the entire Valencia squad after television cameras appeared to catch him describing the La Liga strugglers as “very weak”. Rodri reportedly made the comment to Barcelona team-mates Pau Cubarsi and Raphinha while sitting on the bench after being…

France’s football leaders have proposed seeking ways to transform how FIFA is run after its national association became the latest to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino’s presidency. On Thursday, the French Football Federation (FFF) followed England, Italy, Northern Ireland, the Republic of…

Manchester United recorded their biggest Champions League victory since 2020 as they swept Sabah FK aside at Old Trafford. The Azerbaijan champions came through four rounds of qualifying to reach the main league phase of the tournament for the first time. However, though they had chances, they were…

England captain Harry Kane scored his 55th Champions League goal, and Michael Olise struck twice as Bayern Munich began their campaign by comfortably beating Bodo/Glimt. Vincent Kompany’s side will be looking to improve on last season, when they reached the semi-finals. They made an ideal start to…

The Chief Executive Officer of GOIL, Edward Bawa, has praised his counterpart at rival fuel marketing company Star Oil, Philip Kwame Tieku, describing their relationship as healthy despite the fierce competition between the two companies. Mr Bawa said GOIL and Star Oil are competing for the same…

Como made an impressive Champions League debut by defeating visitors RB Leipzig 4-1 in their opening league-phase outing at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. Goals from Martin Baturina and Tasos Douvikas in the first half gave the debutants a 2-0 lead before Assane Diao and Maximo Perrone added to the…

Barcelona sporting director Deco says Anthony Gordon’s style was a better fit for Hansi Flick’s side than Marcus Rashford’s as the club strengthened their squad this summer. Rashford scored 14 goals in all competitions while on loan last season at Barcelona, who won La Liga and the Copa del Rey.…

GOIL is ready for a tough fight to retain its position in Ghana’s fuel market as competition from Star Oil intensifies, Chief Executive Officer Edward Bawa has said. The two oil marketing companies have been engaged in a price battle as they compete aggressively for customers in the downstream…

A desperate family at Assin Fosu in the Fosu Municipality of the Central Region is racing against time to save the life of 30-year-old Bismark Amoh, who had been held captive by suspected kidnappers and subjected to brutal physical abuse. The victim was abducted on Sunday, September 6, 2026, and…

Ismail Kartal resigned as head coach of Fenerbahce just minutes after the Turkish side’s 1-1 draw with Roma in the Champions League. Kartal made the surprise announcement in his post-match press conference, stating he plans never to return to the club he previously served as a player and assistant…

Tottenham and their Brazil forward Richarlison are in dispute over the remaining nine months on his contract. Richarlison, whose proposed deadline day move to Everton broke down, is understood to be exploring his options with sources indicting the 29-year-old is keen to be released from the…

The perception of Arsenal ‘s transfer window varies depending on who you speak to, but there will be no disagreement from anyone at the Emirates Stadium over how crucial their next expected signing will be. With the market closed until January, the club are now finalising an agreement with manager…

The government will auction vehicles that are abandoned on roads and not promptly towed under new road traffic regulations, the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has warned. The new rules require vehicle owners to subscribe to a towing service or obtain an insurance policy that includes towing…

Management of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has clarified that no final institutional decision has been taken on the appointment of Pro-Vice-Chancellors and Deans, following concerns raised by the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG-KNUST). In a press…

Ten State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) collectively recorded a net loss of GH¢8.8 billion in 2024, about 1.0% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This constituted over 90% of total SOE net losses. The SOEs were Electricity Company of Ghana, Volta River Authority, Ghana National Petroleum Corporation,…

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has questioned former Deputy Attorney-General Joseph Dindiok Kpemka over some dealings at the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST). Mr Kpemka, who also previously served as Deputy Managing Director of BOST, was invited by EOCO on…