Nsoatreman’s chances of making it to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage are now very little as they have lost 2-0 to CS Constantine at the Accra Sports Stadium in the first leg of their last qualifying round. The Ghanaians now need a miracle to win the second leg at Algeria’s Mohamed Hamlaoui Stadium next week. Zakaria Benchaa of CS Constantine made the difference by netting both goals. They dominated possession and created plenty of chances, but Nsoatreman’s finishing failed them down as they missed multiple chances to draw the game. At the final whistle, the players were disheartened and…
Author: Kelvin Papa Sackey
Hearts of Oak have refuted claims that suggest they have issued a five-game ultimatum to head coach Aboubakar Ouattara in an attempt to turn around the team’s performance. The Phobians’ season has started badly as they lost their Ghana Premier League opening 1-0 to newly promoted Basake Holy Stars. Since his appointment in February 2024, Ouattara has lost eight games and won seven. In a statement, the team’s management and the NCC, the group that leads the supporters, called on all Phobians to support the team without reservation as we begin the new football season. The club called the reports…
The Alliance for Revolutionary Change (ARC) Presidential candidate Alan Kyerematen has formally named Kwame Owusu Danso as his running mate for the general election 2024. This most recent event transpired not long after Kyerematen on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, submitted his nomination paperwork to the Electoral Commission (EC). According to the alliance, Kwame Owusu Danso is a well-respected attorney and prominent political figure in Ghana who is anticipated to contribute a wealth of knowledge and a wide range of abilities to the political field. His nomination is viewed as a calculated tactic meant to increase the campaign’s attractiveness to a…
Asamoah Gyan, the former captain of Ghana, has declared that he is giving up his political ties in order to concentrate on humanitarian work. Gyan said that he had been unjust to Ghanaian youth in a message posted on X, the previous Twitter platform. As a result, he now intends to focus on empowering youth through the Asamoah Gyan Foundation. As the head of the Youth and Sports Manifesto subcommittee, Gyan had previously this year actively backed Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign. The former Black Stars Captain, however, made it clear in that he will no longer take part…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially disapproved the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi, Ghana, for hosting category 3 international matches due to technical infractions. The decision follows Ghana’s recent AFCON qualifier against Angola, where the stadium’s conditions were deemed inadequate to meet CAF’s standards. The CAF inspection team identified several issues with the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, including: Field quality: The playing surface was deemed to be below the required standards for international matches. Infrastructure: The stadium’s infrastructure, including lighting and seating, was found to be lacking in certain areas. The disapproval means that the Baba Yara…
Reputable International airline Goldstar Air is set to help transform Ghana’s cocoa industry to increase the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). The airline aims to partner with local processing companies to ensure that a significant portion of Ghana’s cocoa beans are processed locally into cocoa powder for export and local consumption. The airline is committed to assisting and boosting the cocoa industry by making Golden Tree Chocolates a brand identity. Hot chocolate drinks and one compulsory chocolate bar as a dessert and souvenir will be served on board all our aircraft, generating more value, taste, brand, and revenue for…
Ghanaian football legend Mohammed Polo has advised against having high hopes for the Black Stars after their lacklustre showing in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The first two games of the qualification series of the 2025 AFCON have presented difficulties for four-time AFCON winners Ghana who have lost one and drew the other. The Black Stars’ misery in the qualification round was exacerbated as they were held to a 1-1 draw at the Stade Municipal de Berkane in Morocco on Monday. “Black Stars is in a serious challenge. Ghanaians must admit that football has evolved and there are…
Yaw Gentle, a prominent Ghanaian journalist with ABN Network, has sadly passed away. The media landscape and the ABN network were rocked by the news of Yaw Gentle’s passing. Social media has been used by friends, family, and coworkers to offer condolences and remember the gifted journalist. Yaw Gentle was renowned for his enthusiasm, commitment, and professionalism in his job. He was a well-known figure on Angel FM and other online venues, where he conversed with his listeners and offered perceptive analysis on a range of subjects. Many people are in shock and grieving over his unexpected passing. He was…
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Francis Asenso-Boakye, has highlighted Ghana’s significant strides in road infrastructure development, positioning the country as a leader in Africa’s road network expansion. Speaking at the 2024 FIDIC Global Infrastructure Conference in Geneva, the Minister emphasized that Ghana’s substantial investments in road infrastructure have resulted in impressive outcomes, contributing to national growth and development. Citing data from the World Bank, Hon. Asenso-Boakye noted that Ghana’s road density—measured as kilometers of road per 100 square kilometers—stands at 32.8, nearly double the African regional average of 17 kilometers. This, according to the Minister puts Ghana in…
Ghana’s hopes of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations took a hit after a frustrating 1-1 draw against Niger at the Stade de Berkane. Ghana had lost to Angola for the first time in 24 years at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Thursday August 5 before coming into this fixture. Despite dominating possession and creating chances, the Black Stars struggled to convert their opportunities, ultimately settling for a share of the spoils. The team failed to transit from defence to attack smoothly despite the midfield changes made by Coach Otto Addo with Majeed Ashimeru starting ahead of…