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A 41-year-old priest died after he was shot in the head at a mission house next to an Anglican church in Hambanathi near Tongaat this week, police have confirmed. A case of murder was opened at Tongaat police station for investigation, police spokesperson Colonel Thembeka Mbhele said. “It is alleged that …

Seven persons suspected to be National Security Operatives have allegedly assaulted Police officers and taken away two suspects in handcuff at a registration centre in Accra. According to a police situational report sighted by Starrfm.com.gh,  the incident happened at the Bethel registration centre in Kotobabi on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. …

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has confirmed the death of seven oil workers killed in an explosion that occurred at Gbetiokun, OML 40, operated by the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company (NPDC), on behalf of the NPDC/Elcrest Joint Venture. A statement from the corporation said the incident occurred on Wednesday, …

Ghana have produced some of the continent’s best shot-stoppers in the last two decades though a strong case cannot be made for glovesmen in the last five years of the period. Some of the goalkeepers carved their niche domestically while some took their talent abroad to earn their name for …

We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing away of the C.E.O of the Forestry Commission and a former General Secretary of the great party, Lawyer Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie (AKA, Sir John).    By all standards, Sir John contributed immensely to the great party and the nation as …

Alhaji Salamu Amadu,Group Chairman of the Afro-Arab Group together with Renowned Fashion Designer Rafarazzi Paid a call to the outgoing Italian Ambassador to Ghana Mr. Giovanni Favilli to bid him a farewell for his selfless and leadership skills during his tenure as the ambassador to Ghana.   His Excellency Giovanni …

A firebrand communication team member of the ruling party, NPP in the central region Dr. Nana Yaw Agyenim- Boateng has suggested the selection of Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) is a terrible mistake.   The former Pan Africa University lecturer …

The headmistress of KNUST Senior High School has been ordered to step aside as the Ghana Education Service investigates circumstances leading to the death of one of the students. Details of a statement signed by Head of the Public Relations Unit of the GES, and sighted by GhanaWeb disclosed that …

Energy think tank Institute for Energy Security (IES) has attributed the country’s energy sector debt largely to shoddy procurement processes, which often give way to non-transparency and political interventions. In an analysis of the sector, the IES said the energy sector is trapped in debt because procurement processes are mostly …

Reports reaching GhanaWeb indicate staff at the Kotoka International Airport are currently staging a protest over an alleged sale of the company. Per reports, the staff, who feel their livelihood is being threatened, have picketed at the premises of KIA to express their displeasure. Meanwhile, the Aviation Ministry in a …

Hajia4Real, a popular Ghanaian socialite, has flatly debunked rumours that she is having an amorous affair with businessman Ibrahim Mahama. According to her, speculations that Ibrahim Mahama, who is ex-President Mahama’s younger brother, gave her a Range Rover and a mansion to mark her recent birthday is also palpable false. …

The case docket on Victor Stephen Nana Kankam, the landlord who shot and killed his tenant, Benjamin Okyere, a budding musician at Ofankor in Accra, has been forwarded to the Attorney General’ Department for advice. This follows the conclusion of investigations into the matter and the receipt of an autopsy …

Langeberg mayor Henry Jansen has died due to Covid-19, the municipality in the Western Cape confirmed on Wednesday. Jansen died on Tuesday afternoon after being hospitalised at the Mediclinic Worcester for more than a week, said municipal manager Soyisile Mokweni. He was 64. “Alderman Jansen has provided the municipality with …

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) in the latest report has cited Power FM, Oman FM, and popular news portal GhanaWeb for violating several media ethics. In a statement from MFWA, pro-National Democratic Congress (NDC) radio station, Power FM, is the worst perpetrator of ethical violations among 26 media …

The Ministry of Finance has shut down its offices to allow ongoing mass testing of all staff working on site. To this effect, a memo by the ministry issued orders all staff to work from home, using the its approved digital channels, effective Monday, June 7, 2020. The ministry has …

Credible information reaching My News Ghana indicates that four (4) regions in the country could be out under partial lockdown anytime soon in order to contain the high spread of COVID-19 in the country. The total number of COVID-19 cases in the country now stands at almost 22,000 with Greater Accra leading …

A Ghanaian rapper based in the United States of America, Jay Gunz has been shot dead at his home in Bronx, New York. The fatal incident which reportedly happened during a shoot out on Sunday also claimed the life of another rapper identified as Eno (Edubb). The New York Police …

The Supreme Court has suspended all cases billed to be heard this week over COVID-19 fears. The move comes in the wake of rumours that some judges of the Superior Courts have tested for the virus and are currently in mandatory Isolation. Checks by Starrfm.com.gh at the Apex court revealed …

Information circulating on social media indicates that one Facebook enthusiasts, Kobby Lionels has died. According to reports, Kobby who is a bodybuilder died yesterday, July 7th after he tested positive for COVID-19. News of his death is given by a close relative of Kobby Lionels known as Akua Boatemaa Brown. Source disclose …

A newborn baby made an entrance into the world while holding the contraceptive coil that was supposed to stop her from getting pregnant with him.   The baby boy born at Hai Phong International Hospital in the city of Hai Phong in northern Vietnam can be seen clasping his mother’s yellow …

General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress, Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia has disclosed that he wouldn’t have turned down an offer to partner John Dramani Mahama in this year’s General elections, if the opportunity had presented itself. According to him, though he had expressed interest, the party and flagbearer found …

Some unknown thieves managed to break into Accra Technical University’s ‘Gringo’ female hostel. They stole provisions and cash belonging to some of the final year students. Thieves have been tormenting female students in one of the Accra Technical University hostels known as ‘Gringo’. The hostel which is strictly meant to …

US President Donald Trump has reacted to Kanye West’s presidential bid, saying the rapper’s declaration to run for president is “very interesting”. Responding to West’s claim that he would run against him in the 2020 presidential election, Trump told reporters “He may,” during his interview with RealClearPolitics at the White House on Tuesday, …

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) on Tuesday said its head office in Accra will be closed from Wednesday, July 8, to Friday, July 10, for fumigation exercise after some staff tested positive for COVID-19. The Head Office would be opened on Monday, July 13, 2020, a statement copied to the Ghana …

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has served notice SHS students whose parents have picked them from campuses over COVID-19 fears will be isolated during exams. According to the Chairman of the GES Council Michael Nsowah, the intention of the planned action is to ensure that the students coming from home …