Fighting galamsey, protecting environment top priority for GoldBod – CEO
“When we took over, there was no real fight against illegal mining. He explained that under Section 59 of the GoldBod Act, any purchase of gold from illegal mining operations constitutes an offense. “We have given timelines for the traceability program to be fully operational. He noted the challenges posed by decades of unregulated gold trading and smuggling, which have historically undermined both the environment and the national economy. “Our approach balances economic benefits with environmental responsibility, ensuring that Ghana’s gold sector contributes to development without compromising our natural heritage."
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 13:36 UTC
Top 10 most busiest African airports of 2025
Tambo International Airport ranked second among Africa’s busiest airports by departing seats in December 2025, recording 1,224,799 seats. Cape Town International AirportCape Town International Airport ranked fifth among Africa’s busiest airports by departing seats in December 2025, recording 663,879 seats. Marrakech Menara International AirportMarrakech Menara International Airport ranked sixth among Africa’s busiest airports by departing seats in December 2025, recording 587,925 seats. Houari Boumediene International AirportHouari Boumediene International Airport ranked seventh among Africa’s busiest airports by departing seats in December 2025, recording 552,147 seats. Hurghada International AirportHurghada International Airport ranked tenth among Africa’s busiest airports by departing seats in December 2025, recording 469,149 seats.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 13:36 UTC
Pep Guardiola reacts to rumors linking Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City
Sports News of Sunday, 28 December 2025Source: ghanasoccernet.comManchester City manager, Pep Guardiola declined to confirm or deny reports linking the club with a January move for Ghana international Antoine Semenyo, as speculation around the Bournemouth forward continues to gather pace. Semenyo has been strongly linked with several Premier League clubs following his impressive form this season. Manchester United, Tottenham and Chelsea are all reported to have shown interest, with Tottenham said to have offered a lucrative salary package and Chelsea making a late approach. Asked about the transfer links following City’s 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest, Guardiola refused to engage with the speculation. When questioned about Semenyo during his post-match interview with TNT Sports, the City boss responded briefly with, “Next question.”
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 13:36 UTC
How OSP actions stopped Agyapa and TOR deals – Sammy Darko details
According to Darko, the OSP raised concerns about corruption risks surrounding the transaction, which ultimately prevented its implementation. “The OSP saved Ghana millions of cedis when it raised corruption risks around the Agyapa royalties deal. Darko also pointed to the planned sale of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), where similar concerns were flagged. The OSP flagged corruption risks in a proposed partnership, and the sale did not go through,” he indicated. 'No wonder things don’t get done at the OSP' – Kpebu berates Sammy DarkoHe concluded that these examples demonstrate the value of preventive anti-corruption measures by the OSP.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 13:02 UTC
3,000 Meals, One Mission: Donsey Kitchen and Grills champions feeding initiative
General News of Sunday, 28 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comDonsey Kitchen and Grills, in collaboration with the Firm Health Foundation and GhanaWeb, on December 26, 2025, launched its annual Feeding with Dignity initiative in Accra, Ghana. The project aimed to provide nutritious meals to 3,000 underprivileged individuals living on the streets of Accra. Speaking at the event, the MD of Donsey Kitchen and Grills, Joseph Sena Donnie explained the inspiration behind the Feeding with Dignity initiative. Dr. Sylvester Akpah of Firm Health Foundation, a partner of the Feeding with Dignity initiative, highlighted the nutritional standards put in place and explained why they chose to partner with Donsey Kitchen and Grills. The Feeding with Dignity initiative concluded with 3,000 underprivileged individuals living on the streets being served with nutritious meals.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 12:35 UTC
Valencia coach Fernando Martín and his three children die in tragic accident
Sports News of Sunday, 28 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comValencia CF have confirmed the tragic death of one of their coaching staff, Fernando Martín, and three of his children following a fatal tourist boat accident in Indonesia. Martín, who was a coach with Valencia CF Femenino B, was travelling with his family when the ferry encountered severe conditions in the Padar Island Strait within the Komodo National Park on Friday, December 26, 2025. AFCON 2025 hailed as strong test of Morocco’s readiness for 2030 World CupFollowing the accident, Martín and his children, aged nine, 10 and 12, were initially declared missing. In a statement, Valencia CF confirmed the devastating news. “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Fernando Martín, coach of Valencia CF Femenino B, and three of his children in a tragic boating accident in Indonesia, as confirmed by local authorities.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 11:27 UTC
From Prison Wards to AFCON Nights: Denis Omedi’s long road to redemption
Sports News of Sunday, 28 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comFor years, Denis Omedi lived a life few professional footballers could relate to. While others focused solely on training and matchdays, the Ugandan striker was splitting his time between hospital wards and football pitches. At 31, six years into his professional journey, Omedi finally arrived on the biggest stage of his career, the Africa Cup of Nations. His assist for Uche Ikpeazu’s equaliser earned Uganda their first point of the tournament and confirmed his growing importance. He played his club football with Rwanda’s APR in the 2024/25 season and was part of the Ugandan team that finished second in the 2026 CAF World Cup qualifiers.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 11:17 UTC
Government, Afreximbank resolve issues over US$750m facility
Business News of Sunday, 28 December 2025Source: classfmonline.comThe Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Finance and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have announced the successful resolution of issues surrounding a US$750 million financing facility signed in 2022. In a joint statement issued on Thursday, the two parties confirmed that all outstanding concerns related to the facility have been resolved to their mutual satisfaction, paving the way for continued cooperation. According to the statement, the resolution enables both Ghana and Afreximbank to sustain their partnership in support of the country’s development agenda. The Ministry of Finance and Afreximbank expressed optimism that the renewed collaboration will strengthen ongoing efforts to support economic recovery, infrastructure development and broader growth initiatives. The statement was issued by the Public Relations Unit of the Ministry of Finance.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 10:17 UTC
GoldBod to fully take over gold trading and reserves in 2026
Business News of Sunday, 28 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has announced that the Ghana Gold Board is set to begin full-scale operations in 2026, marking a major transition in Ghana’s gold trading and reserve accumulation architecture. “From 2026, GoldBod will take off fully, explaining that the current structure under which GoldBod purchases, assays and exports gold on behalf of the Bank of Ghana was a transitional arrangement inherited from the defunct Precious Minerals Marketing Company Limited (PMMC)," he said. He noted that GoldBod is barely eight months old and, by law, took over PMMC’s assets, liabilities and existing contracts, including those under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme launched in 2022. As a result, GoldBod has so far operated largely as an implementing agent within a policy framework designed before its establishment. External audits expected in early 2026 will further validate the Board’s financial performance ahead of the full operational rollout.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 09:02 UTC
Arsenal in 'survival' mode as 'sensational' Raya save keeps them top
"You see all the Arsenal players would have gone straight to Raya to thank him for it because it was a big save at such an important stage of the game," ex-Republic of Ireland midfielder Andy Reid added on BBC Radio 5 Live. Arsenal had dominated large parts of the match, registering 15 shots and limiting Brighton to none during the first half. Arteta said his side have been "surviving" the challenges thrown at them for six months and the injuries to key players are "uniting" the squad. This is the second week in a row where Manchester City have played before Arsenal and gone top of the Premier League, with the Gunners having to respond. But Arteta says his squad are relishing the challenge they face as they try to win the Premier League for the first time since 2004.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 08:22 UTC
Two labourers jailed for stealing
Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 27 December 2025Source: GNAThe District Court One in Tarkwa has sentenced two labourers to six months imprisonment each in hard labour for stealing one hundred pairs of slippers worth GH¢4,000. The convicts, Joshua Amoah, 25, alias Ahanta Broni, and Benjamin Apedo, 26, pleaded guilty to stealing and dishonestly receiving when they appeared before the court presided over by Mr. Charles Owusu Nsiah. On October 30, 2025, around 1100 hours, the complainant went to Aboso market to sell his slippers. Prosecution said the complainant went closer and queried them about the source of the slippers, but they could not give any tangible explanation. He said Amoah later involved Apedo, who knew the items were stolen,n but they decided to sell them.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 08:07 UTC
Rapperholic 2025: Sarkodie's unforgettable Christmas bash lights up Accra
Entertainment of Saturday, 27 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comChristmas Day at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) was set ablaze by the energy of Rapperholic 2025, Sarkodie's highly anticipated annual musical extravaganza. According to a report by GhanaWebTV on December 25, 2025, the atmosphere was charged with excitement long before the Landlord himself took the stage. Sarkodie’s collaboration with Shatta Wale further elevated the night, adding another exciting dimension to the already dynamic event. However, a few logistical challenges marred an otherwise seamless experience as the Grand Arena felt overcrowded, particularly in the VIP section, while the regular ticket area was extremely congested. Despite these hurdles, Rapperholic 2025 was a resounding success, solidifying Sarkodie's reign and delivering an unforgettable Christmas Day celebration for all in attendance.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 08:07 UTC
Building cost inflation eases to 5.9% in November 2025 - GSS
Business News of Saturday, 27 December 2025Source: ghanaiantimes.com.ghThe country’s year-on-year inflation for the building and construction industry eased to 5.9 per cent in November 2025, down from 7.8 per cent in October 2025. This marks the seventh consecutive decline in year-on-year inflation and represents a 1.9 percentage point drop from the October figure. On a month-on-month basis, inflation for November 2025 stood at 0.4 per cent, indicating that the general price level of building materials increased marginally. The easing of materials inflation, which declined to 4.2 per cent in November from 6.3 per cent in October, was the primary driver of the November Prime Building Cost Index (PBCI) inflation. In contrast, materials inflation declined to 4.2 per cent, contributing 54.7 per cent to the headline rate, while plant and equipment inflation eased to 5.3 per cent.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 04:17 UTC
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II College matron caught red-handed in alleged food supply loot
General News of Sunday, 28 December 2025Source: rainbowradioonline.comA matron of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II College has been arrested after she was allegedly caught transporting school food supplies in a taxi. The matron was intercepted while conveying assorted food items believed to belong to the school, triggering an investigation that is currently pending at the police station. The latest development comes amid heightened scrutiny of alleged food supply thefts in senior high schools, following strong public condemnation by Deputy Minister for Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak. Police indicated that preliminary investigations suggest the suspects removed items from the school’s food store and kept them with the alleged intention of selling them later. Authorities say investigations into the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II College incident are ongoing as education officials intensify efforts to curb food supply theft in public schools.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 04:12 UTC
Chinese community in Ghana, UNESCO donate over GH¢300,000 to Motherly Love Orphanage
General News of Saturday, 27 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comItems and cash worth over three hundred thousand Ghana cedis (GH¢300,000) have been donated to Motherly Love Orphanage in Kwabenya by the Chinese community in Ghana, in collaboration with UNESCO Ghana. The initiative, dubbed the “Love in Action” charity project, brought together the Chinese community in Ghana, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO-Ghana), members of the international community, and a team of Chinese doctors to provide both material support and compassionate care to the children at Motherly Love Orphanage. Speaking at the event, UNESCO’s Representative to Ghana, Edmond Moukala, expressed appreciation to the Chinese community in Ghana and the 14th China Medical Team for their sustained commitment to the initiative. The Director of the orphanage, Reverend John Azumah, also expressed gratitude to the Chinese community in Ghana and the 14th China Medical Team for their continued support and compassion towards the home. Motherly Love Orphanage was established over 16 years ago to provide a safe and caring environment for children affected by HIV.
Source:GhanaWeb
December 28, 2025 03:42 UTC