International Monetary Fund (IMF) has criticised Ghana’s free Senior High School policy saying, although it has increased enrolment, it is poorly targeted. “Ghana spends close to 4 percent of GDP on education with good results in terms of enrolment but poor learning outcomes. The flagship programme Free Senior High School …
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Two babies die in hospital due to power outage in Damongo
Two babies have died as a result of a power outage at the St Anne’s Hospital which operates under the Catholic Health Directorate in Damango in the Savanna Region. The hospital had its power cut due to a debt amounting to GH¢4 million power debt owed to the Northern Electricity …
Read More »Christian Atsu’s 9-year-old son wins Player of the Year in Northumberland Football League
Joshua Twasam, the eldest son of the late Ghanaian international Christian Atsu, has been awarded as the Player of the Year in the Northumberland Football League. Playing for the Gosforth Football Club in the Under-9 category, Joshua showcased his skills and talent throughout the season. His team emerged victorious in the …
Read More »Nobody imposed Chris Hughton on the GFA – Kurt Okraku
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has refuted claims that Chris Hughton’s appointment as Black Stars head coach was imposed on the GFA. Okraku explained that the decision to appoint Chris Hughton was made by the association and he gave his full support. In an interview with SuperSport, Okraku stated, “Chris Hughton is a coach contracted …
Read More »Five players who snubbed Ghana to play for the Netherlands
Ghana is blessed with enormous talents. The Black Stars in recent times has seen the influx of Ghanaian players from the diaspora switch nationalities to play for the motherland. Ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, about eight players switched nationalities from different countries to play for Ghana. …
Read More »Memphis Depay shares first time photos of his Ghanaian father and Dutch mother together
Dutch player of Ghanaian descent, Memphis Depay has shared photos of his parents for the first time on social media. The striker had a frosty relationship with his Ghanaian father growing up. The Dutch forward was born to a Ghanaian father, Dennis Depay in the Netherlands, but his dad left …
Read More »Who is better, Mourinho or Guardiola? – Fans argue after both coaches reach European Cup final
Some football fans on social media have engaged in a debate over who is the better coach between Roma manager, Jose Mourinho and Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola after both managers led their clubs to European Cup final. Mourinho led Roma to secure a back-to-back European final in two seasons after …
Read More »Two foods you eat often that are capable of destroying your kidney and liver
As human beings, our daily diet plays a significant role in our overall well-being. Every part of our body is important, which is why self-care is essential for maintaining good health. One aspect of self-care involves consuming the right meals and adopting healthy habits that support our well-being. Our body …
Read More »I never said Andre Ayew should be sacked from Black Stars – Osei Kuffour sets record straight
Former Black Stars player, Emmanuel Osei Kuffour, has set the records straight that he never said Andre Ayew should be sacked from the Black Stars. In an interview with Angel TV, Kuffour explained that he spoke to Onua TV, where he talked about Black Stars, Andre Ayew, and Jordan Ayew. …
Read More »CHEETAH CUP 2023: Predictors Den To Host Second Edition Of Cheetah Cup
16 teams from 7 African countries, including host Ghana, Benin, Ivory Coast, Togo, Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali will compete in the tournament. The “CHEETAH CUP” is a youth soccer tournament introduced by Cheetah FC, as a response to similar global international youth soccer tournaments in Asia, Europe, and South …
Read More »Andre Ayew will consider retirement at the right time – Solar Ayew
Former Ghana international, Solar Ayew, has noted that Andre Ayew will consider closing the chapter on his career but at the right time. Solar, who is the brother of African football great Abedi Pele, asserted that Ghanaians are witnesses to the achievements Andre has chalked up for the nation. “Dede …
Read More »How Kotoko paid GH¢20,000 to eight spiritual men to win Ghana Premier League
Former Asante Kotoko NCC chairman, Kwaku Amponsah, known as Chairman K-5 has revealed how eight strong spiritual men were consulted to help the team to win games last season. According to him, him, up to GHS20,000 was spent on these spiritual men in various operations. This he insists helped Asante Kotoko to finish the …
Read More »Kevin Prince Boateng set to retire from football at the end of season
Former Black Stars player, Kevin-Prince Boateng is set to retire from professional football at the end of the 2022-23 season. After his retirement, Boateng is expected to take up a role as a member technical team of his current club, Hertha Berlin BSC. Despite receiving offers from numerous clubs in Arab countries and America, …
Read More »Sack Andre Ayew from Black Stars – Osei Kuffour calls
Former Black Stars midfielder, Emmanuel Osei Kuffour has advised that Black Stars skipper Andre Ayew be axed from the team. Osei Kuffour believes that the Nottingham Forest man has passed his prime and should be dropped from the squad. According to the CAF Champions League winner, leaving Ayew out of …
Read More »Andre Ayew congratulates Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez on LaLiga title win
Ghana captain Andre Ayew extended his congratulations to former manager Xavi Hernandez following Barcelona’s triumph in securing the 2022/23 LaLiga title. Xavi’s Barcelona claimed the Spanish championship with a 4-2 victory over city rivals Espanyol on Sunday, demonstrating their dominance in the top-flight competition by clinching the title with four …
Read More »Countryman Songo makes wild allegations about Ghana’s U-17 team that won UEFA tournament
Controversial sports journalist, Patrick Osei Agyemang also known as Countryman Songo is alleging that the players that represented Ghana in the UEFA under-16 tournament are beyond the age of 17. According to Songo, the players who were selected are clients of some officials of the Ghana Football Association. Songo also …
Read More »Three reasons behind Thomas Partey’s poor form at Arsenal
Arsenal’s hopes of ending their long Premier League title drought have been all but dashed, as their defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion means Manchester City will now just need one win to secure the title. The Gunners had a great chance of winning the league as they were at …
Read More »Why Thomas Partey is trending after Arsenal’s thumping defeat against Brighton
Black Stars midfielder, Thomas Partey is trending on Twitter after Arsenal’s 3-0 defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion. Some Arsenal fans have criticized the Ghanaian who was a shadow of himself when he was introduced in the 60th minute of the crunch game. Partey started the game from the bench, …
Read More »Common Causes Of Sleepless Night And How To Avoid It
Insomnia, a medical term for sleepless nights, refers to the condition where individuals experience difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. This condition can be highly disruptive, impacting one’s overall health, work performance, and mood. The causes of insomnia often stem from our daily activities, many of which we may be …
Read More »Body part you will feel pain if you have kidney failure
Pain in a specific area of the body is often the first warning sign that your kidneys need medical attention, even if the disease itself manifests internally. You may want to read this article all the way through if you’ve been experiencing unusual pains in your body. In this piece, …
Read More »Mubarak Wakaso travels to London to support Andre Ayew
Mubarak Wakaso had traveled to London with a single purpose in mind: to support his friend Andre Ayew and his team, Nottingham Forest, in their crucial Premier League match against Chelsea. As he arrived at Stamford Bridge, the home of Chelsea FC, Wakaso could feel the tension in the air. …
Read More »It is better to stay in Ghana than travel abroad after retirement – Ex-Black Stars defender Emmanuel Asare
Former Black Stars and Okwawu United player, Emmanuel Asare, has advised footballers living in the country to get sustainable jobs instead of traveling abroad in search of greener pastures after hanging their boots. Emmanuel Asare, who currently resides in Belgium says life abroad is good but the cost of living abroad is …
Read More »Medeama SC banned by FIFA from registering new players
Ghana Premier League side, Medeama SC has fallen into trouble and could suffer dearly if the team qualifies for next season’s CAF Champions League. This is because the world football governing body, FIFA has placed a transfer ban on the Ghanaian club that will stop the team from registering new …
Read More »‘Ishmael Addo is my idol’ – Asante Kotoko legend Eric Bekoe
Asante Kotoko legend Eric Bekoe has revealed that Hearts of Oak great Ishmael Addo is one of his idols while aspiring to become a top footballer. Addo won the Ghana Premier League top scorer prize for three consecutive seasons, jointly holding the record for most goals scored in a single …
Read More »Michael Essien, Drogba lead African praise for Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen
African football legends, Michael Essien and Didier Drogba have commended Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen for his role in Napoli’s Serie A title conquest. In separate social media publications, the two Chelsea legends eulogized Victor Osimhen for steering Napoli to their first Serie A title in over three decades. Michael Essien …
Read More »Diseases That May Destroy A Woman’s Private Organ If They Are Not Treated
Women’s reproductive health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being. However, certain diseases can pose a significant threat to a woman’s private organ if left untreated. It is essential to understand these diseases, their symptoms, and the potential consequences they can have on a woman’s reproductive system. In this article, …
Read More »Simple Ways to Check If Your Heart Is Healthy
Your heart is one of the most vital organs in your body, and it’s essential to keep it healthy. Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, and early detection is critical to prevent serious complications. According to Webmd, here are some simple ways to check if your heart …
Read More »University of Ghana approves 2% discount on fees for some students
The Council of the University of Ghana has approved a one-time discount of 2% on the 15% fee increment for some of its students for the 2022/2023 academic year. This comes on the back of an approval by Parliament for the academic year. The discounts apply to full fee-paying programmes, …
Read More »Lionel Messi ‘accepts £260m-a-year megadeal to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal’
Lionel Messi will reportedly sign for Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal this summer after accepting a megadeal worth £260million-a-year. The 35-year-old Argentine World Cup winner will depart Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season and, according to reports in Spain, will snub Barcelona and head to the Middle East. …
Read More »Stroke becoming prevalent among the youth
Programme Manager of the Non-Communicable Diseases of the Ghana Health Service, Dr. Efua Commeh, has indicated a rather worrying trend of rising stroke cases among young people of 40 years and below in Ghana. According to her, these have become so owing to many cases of hypertension in such young …
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