South Africa’s U-20 team triumphs over Morocco to claim their first CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations title, highlighting a new era in the nation’s youth football development.
Ghanaian blogger Bongo Ideas launches a scathing attack on former President Akufo-Addo, calling his administration a legacy of failure, corruption, and betrayal.
Hon. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson has inaugurated a new Board of Directors for COCOBOD, chaired by Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo. At the ceremony held in Accra on May 16, 2025, the Finance Minister outlined strategic initiatives to revamp Ghana’s cocoa sector, including the acquisition of 200 hectares for plantation farming.
“We came to have a serious conversation, while the Russians are putting forward demands and conditions.” — Ukrainian diplomatic source
“Karpower has just sent us a letter that by 18th, they will shut down the plant because we owe them more than $400 million.”
– John Jinapor, Energy Minister
“Dollars are meant for spending abroad, not for cash withdrawals in Ghana.” – Isaac Adongo
South Dayi MP Rockson Dafeamekpor has sued fellow MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour for defamation over a bribery-related post on social media. He is demanding over GH₵30 million in damages and a public apology.
Saudi Arabia has committed to a $600 billion investment in the United States after President Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed multiple agreements covering energy, defense, technology, and mining.
“This initiative is critical to safeguarding lives and property, especially as Ghana embraces an economic model that runs throughout the day and night.” – Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak
“This reshuffle marks a strategic move to strengthen leadership and training standards across all health institutions in Ghana.”
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson, is gaining praise as the Cedi makes a sustained comeback against major currencies. With the local currency appreciating from nearly GH₵17 to under GH₵13, many credit his leadership, fiscal discipline, and economic reforms. Is Ato really “Forson” the Cedi?
the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has announced it will begin reimbursing academic user fees for first-year students in public tertiary institutions under the No-Fees-Stress policy for the 2024/2025 academic year. Applications open next month.
“As a lawyer, he understands the consequences. He should take responsibility.”
— Dr. Kabiru Tia Mahama, MP
H.E. John Dramani Mahama has appointed Mensah Thompson, former Executive Director of ASEPA, as the new Acting Deputy Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO, paid a solemn visit to Asante Mampong on May 11, 2025, to commiserate with Nana Mamponghemaa, Nana Agyakoma Dufie II, following the passing of Daasebre Nana Osei Bonsu II, the revered Mamponghene and occupant of the Silver Stool of Asanteman.
The Special Prosecutor, Mr. Kissi Agyebeng, visited the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, at the National Police Headquarters to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and enhance operational support between the OSP and the Ghana Police Service.
“The gesture was a personal one, not intended for public display,” said Sammy Gyamfi after a video of him gifting money to Nana Agradaa went viral.
The first group of white South Africans granted refugee status under a Trump-era immigration policy has left Johannesburg for the U.S., reigniting debate over race, privilege, and America’s asylum priorities.
“A special Mother’s Day greeting to my Vice President… She is taking a deserved rest and looking forward to resuming her duties soon.” — President John Mahama
Sammy Gyamfi has apologised after a viral video showed him gifting cash to Nana Agradaa. The NDC’s Communications Officer called it an “unfortunate act of indiscretion” and reaffirmed his public service values.
“We’ll resist this nominee; he’s not one of us” — Bole youth demand change over Abdulai Mahmoud’s appointment
As the world reacts to the historic election of the first American Pope, a new debate emerges was Donald Trump merely backing a fellow countryman, or did his involvement hint at a deeper,
“We cannot allow political influence to deny brilliant but needy students a chance to succeed.” — President Mahama
Kenyan legal scholar Prof. P.L.O. Lumumba criticizes Africa’s political culture, asserting that while other regions punish corruption, Africa often rewards it by electing corrupt individuals into leadership positions.
“Let us give peace in Bawku a chance through the many things that bring us together.” – Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
“A National Education Conference without real action is just another wasted opportunity.” — Dr Frank Bannor
“Ghana cannot afford such waste and disregard for due process in handling public assets.” – IMANI Africa
“This is a strategic appointment, and I am confident Evans Amoh Twumasi will deliver,” a local NDC organiser told Gh Educate correspondent
Appiah Stadium stirred debate with a shocking show of loyalty, declaring he’d “eat Mahama’s faeces” to honor the Mahama brothers’ kindness—particularly Ibrahim Mahama’s support for an injured SHS girl.
President John Dramani Mahama has nominated Kwasi Amankwaa, popularly known as Tom C, as the District Chief Executive (DCE) for the Kumawu District. The announcement was made via a press release from the Office of the President on May 6, 2025, pending approval by the District Assembly.
H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, has nominated 40 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) for the Ashanti Region in line with Article 243(1) of the 1992 Constitution and the Local Governance Act, 2017 (Act 940). The nominations, announced on May 6, 2025, await approval from the respective local assemblies.
