17 h. ago Government to Leverage Diplomatic Relations for Black Stars Fan Support at 2026 World Cup

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-to-leverage-diplomatic-relations-for-black-stars-fan-support-at-2026-world-cup/Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has pledged government commitment to use diplomatic relations to ensure maximum fan support for the Black Stars at the 2026 World Cup following Ghana’s placement in Group L alongside England, Panama and Croatia. His assurance came during budget approval discussions in Parliament on Wednesday, where he emphasized that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-to-leverage-diplomatic-relations-for-black-stars-fan-support-at-2026-world-cup/

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30 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Can Ghana navigate England, Croatia, and Panama in Group L?

In Group L, the senior national team will face 2018 semi-finalists England, 2018 finalists Croatia, and Panama, who are making only their second World Cup appearance.

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34 h. ago Black Stars set to play in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia for 2026 World Cup group stage

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-set-to-play-in-toronto-boston-and-philadelphia-for-2026-world-cup-group-stage/Ghana will play their 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage matches in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia, according to the full tournament schedule unveiled on Saturday. The Black Stars kick off their campaign on Wednesday, June 17, when they face Panama at BMO Field in Toronto at 7pm Eastern Time. Ghana’s second match pits them against […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-set-to-play-in-toronto-boston-and-philadelphia-for-2026-world-cup-group-stage/

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34 h. ago Paintsil expresses optimism after Ghana draws England, Croatia and Panama in World Cup Group L

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/paintsil-expresses-optimism-after-ghana-draws-england-croatia-and-panama-in-world-cup-group-l/Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil says the team is satisfied with its placement in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence in Ghana’s ability to progress. The draw, held in Washington, DC on Friday, December 5, placed Ghana alongside former world champions England, 2018 finalists Croatia, and Panama. Speaking to Sahara […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/paintsil-expresses-optimism-after-ghana-draws-england-croatia-and-panama-in-world-cup-group-l/

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34 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Ghana to open campaign in Toronto against Panama

Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been mapped out, with the Black Stars handed a series of late-night kick-off times during the group stage. The fixtures, released after Friday’s draw, place Ghana in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia, with all matches scheduled in the United States and spread across Toronto, […]

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35 h. ago US Embassy hosts World Cup draw watch party, fans upbeat about Ghana’s chances

Ghanaians are in high spirits following the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw that placed the Black Stars in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama.

Sport

51 h. ago How Asamoah Gyan reacted after Ghana was paired with England, Croatia, and Panama for the 2026 World Cup

The Black Stars of Ghana were drawn into a fiercely competitive Group D for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 yesterday, setting up a clash of continents against giants England and Croatia, alongside CONCACAF side Panama.

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51 h. ago Ghana Armed Forces opens 2025/2026 intake for military academy

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has officially opened applications for the 2025/2026 intake into the Ghana Military Academy (GMA), announcing full requirements for prospective candidates seeking careers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

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54 h. ago England are tough, but we can play against Ghana, Panama – Croatia coach reacts to World Cup draw

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic has described England as one of the “toughest opponents”, while expressing optimism of their chances against Ghana and Panama at next year’s World Cup. Croatia, bronze medallists at the last World Cup, were paired in Group L against 1966 winners England, African giants Ghana and lowly-rated Panama in Friday’s 2026 FIFA […]

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57 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Ghana drawn against England, Croatia and Panama in Group L

Ghana’s Black Stars will come up against England, Croatia and Panama at the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. Ghana’s first game will be against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, in Dallas, USA. The World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, will kick off on June 11 with the final being […]

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62 h. ago World Cup 2026: Tuchel keeps group stage opponents under wraps, shuns Ghana

England coach Thomas Tuchel avoided naming Ghana as a potential World Cup opponent when asked by a Ghanaian journalist, Mavis Amanor in Washington

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65 h. ago Ghana’s economy to expand marginally to 5.9% in 2026 – Fitch Solutions

In its November 2025 Sub-Saharan Africa Outlook, the UK-based firm said there will be robust growth in the coming year.

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3 d. ago Gov’t assures consular support for Ghanaian soccer fans ahead of 2026 World Cup 

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says government will provide consular services for Ghanaian soccer fans and enthusiasts irrespective of their political affiliation to travel to the United States, Mexico, and Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Sport

4 d. ago Fresh SIM Registration Set For 2026 Amid Data Integrity Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fresh-sim-registration-set-for-2026-amid-data-integrity-concerns/Accra, December 2025 — Ghana’s Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Sam Nartey George, has announced that a new nationwide SIM registration exercise will begin in the first quarter of 2026. He argued that the previous registration under the former administration was invalid, citing weak biometric verification and a lack of legal backing. George […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fresh-sim-registration-set-for-2026-amid-data-integrity-concerns/

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4 d. ago University of Ghana suspends admissions at six centres over accreditation issues

The University of Ghana has suspended admissions into six of its learning centres for the 2026/27 academic year after the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) flagged the facilities for operating without accreditation.

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4 d. ago Alexi Lalas: Former U.S star wants Ghana in 2026 World Cup draw

Former United States player Alexi Lalas wants Ghana to be drawn in the same group as the World Cup hosts, ahead of Friday’s draw. Lalas, who scored nine goals in ninety-eight appearances for ‘The Yankees’ between 1991 and 1998, made the comments on Fox Sports’ special World Cup preview show. ‘‘This isn’t a great Ghana […]

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5 d. ago Ghana Pushes Regional Internet Hub Strategy After Industry Conference

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-regional-internet-hub-strategy-after-industry-conference/Ghana’s internet service providers are moving to implement infrastructure expansion plans following last week’s industry summit, with government and private sector leaders targeting improved network resilience and cross-border connectivity as priorities for 2026. The roadmap emerging from the Ghana Internet Service Providers Association Conference focuses on extending the Ghana Internet Exchange beyond Accra, strengthening backup […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-regional-internet-hub-strategy-after-industry-conference/

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7 d. ago GOC embarks on venue and facility inspection after Commonwealth Sports Congress in Glasgow

The President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), Mr Richard Akpokavie Esq., and Secretary-General, Mr Muniru Mohammed, have attended the landmark Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) General Assembly in Glasgow, Scotland. They were joined by Ghana's Chef de Mission (CDM) for the upcoming 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, Mr Ernest Danso, for a facility inspection during the period.

Sport

9 d. ago Ghana Establishes Oversight Committee For 2026 World Cup Preparations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-establishes-oversight-committee-for-2026-world-cup-preparations/The Government of Ghana has appointed an 11 member ministerial oversight committee to guide preparations for the 2026 FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) World Cup following the Black Stars’ qualification for their fifth appearance at football’s premier tournament. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah inaugurated the committee on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Jubilee House […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-establishes-oversight-committee-for-2026-world-cup-preparations/

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9 d. ago Charity pledges US$51.6 million to boost Ghana’s universal WASH access

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/charity-pledges-us51-6-million-to-boost-ghanas-universal-wash-access/World Vision Ghana, the local branch of global charity World Vision International, has launched a 51.6-million-U.S.-dollar business plan for 2026-2030 to support Ghana’s water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) service delivery. The Mapping the Blue Thread financing program seeks to support the West African country to achieve universal WASH coverage across 23 districts, with access for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/charity-pledges-us51-6-million-to-boost-ghanas-universal-wash-access/

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