President John Dramani Mahama announced the contract award for expanding Prempeh International Airport's runway in Kumasi during his Ashanti Region tour on Wednesday. The contractor has begun mobilization activities to start construction of the facility enhancement project. This expansion enables larger aircraft operations and positions Kumasi as a major international travel destination. The upgraded runway will accommodate wide-body planes that increase cargo capacity and passenger volume significantly.
Officials expect the improved facility to attract international airlines and boost regional trade activities. The project creates employment opportunities across the Ashanti Region while strengthening Ghana's aviation infrastructure...
Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Đurić praised Ghana's 24-hour economy initiative during meetings with Ghanaian officials in Accra. The visiting diplomat described the policy as visionary and capable of significantly accelerating national development. Đurić highlighted Serbia's economic achievements, including a doubling of its gross domestic product and a reduction in unemployment from nearly 20 percent to below seven percent. Both nations identified opportunities for enhanced cooperation across multiple sectors, including agriculture, artificial intelligence, and clean energy development.
Ghana's Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, welcomed the Serbian endorsement of the continuous operation framework designed to boost...
Ghana's Esports Association received an official invitation to compete at the 2025 Esports World Cup scheduled for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The tournament runs from July 8 through August 24 with a record $70 million prize pool, attracting approximately 2,000 elite players and 200 professional teams. Association President Kwesi Hayford will lead a two-person delegation representing the country at this prestigious global competition. The Esports World Cup Foundation and the leadership of the Saudi Esports Federation jointly extended the invitation.
Hayford described the invitation as a significant milestone for Ghana's electronic sports development. Prince Faisal bin Bandar Al Saud and CEO Ralf Reichert co-signed the formal invitation...
Bechem United completed the acquisition of midfielder Mohammed Aminu ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League campaign. The 24-year-old player spent several years training at European academies after leaving Ghana as a teenager. Manchester City purchased Aminu from WAFA for £2 million in 2017. The English club released him five years later when he failed to establish himself within their first team. His return to domestic football represents an opportunity to rebuild his professional career.
The midfielder brings technical skills developed through competition against elite young players across Europe. Bechem United expects Aminu will enhance their squad depth through his passing ability and field awareness. The top-level coaching...
England recovered from their tournament-opening defeat against France to secure a quarter-final berth at the women's European championships. Alessia Russo credited the squad's resilience after the 2-1 loss sparked consecutive victories over the Netherlands and Wales. The team advanced as Group D runners-up, showcasing their championship mettle with commanding performances. England faces Sweden on Thursday evening in Zurich for a place in the semifinals. Russo acknowledged the different challenges Sweden presents compared to previous opponents this summer.
Italy claimed their first semifinal appearance since 1997 by defeating Norway 2-1 on Wednesday night. Cristiana Girelli scored twice for the Azzurre, with her stoppage-time winner...
Ghana's women's national soccer team received financial rewards from government officials after advancing to the continental championship's elimination rounds. Each player earned $2,000 from the Ministry of Sports and Recreation for reaching the quarter-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The team secured their position by defeating Tanzania 4-1 in their final group stage match on Monday. This victory placed them second in Group C with four total points from three games.
The Black Queens had struggled early in the tournament with mixed results against more vigorous opponents. South Africa defeated Ghana 2-0 in their opening match before drawing 1-1 with Mali. The decisive win over Tanzania marked their first qualification...
Databank Ghana's chief executive demands stronger penalties for clubs that violate new player contract rules. Kojo Addae-Mensah believes current fines fail to prevent teams from breaking regulations designed to protect athletes. The Ghana Football Association recently established standard contracts to improve working conditions across all domestic teams. Addae-Mensah argues that 5,000 cedi penalties cannot deter wealthy organizations from continuing harmful practices. He advocates for league suspensions rather than monetary punishments.
European football provides examples of effective enforcement through severe consequences. Addae-Mensah points to cases where major clubs faced relegation after regulatory violations. Juventus...
Asante Kotoko completed the acquisition of right-back Shayibu Abubakari from Karela United before the 2025/26 campaign begins. The 21-year-old defender agreed to a three-year deal with the Porcupine Warriors after previous experience at Real Tamale United and Czech club Mladá Boleslav. Abubakari brings athleticism and offensive capabilities that allow him to function as both a fullback and a winger when needed. His arrival creates competition for Lord Amoah while Emmanuel Kotei remains sidelined with an ACL injury. The versatile player represents the tenth addition to Kotoko's roster during this transfer period.
The club has recruited Johnson Oppong, Francis Acquah, Aziz Dari, Joseph Amoah, Zakariah Fusseni, Hubert Gyau, Seth Kwadwo...
Manchester City extended their partnership with Puma through 2035 under terms worth £100 million annually. The agreement surpasses the previous £65 million yearly arrangement that began in 2019. City's new contract exceeds Manchester United's £90 million annual Adidas partnership and Liverpool's reported £60 million seasonal deal with the same German manufacturer.
The club captured four Premier League championships and completed the Treble during their relationship with Puma. Both organizations achieved record global merchandise sales during this period. City reported Premier League-high revenues of £715 million for the year ending June 30, 2024, while commercial income rose from £341.4 million to £344.7 million.
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