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Gold Coast to Ghana: Fergusonia, Akanland, Ghanaland some of the names JB Danquah proposed revealed

Ghanaian historian and economist, Dr Nii Moi Thompson, has refuted the assertion that the Gold Coast was renamed Ghana by Joseph Boakye Danquah also known...

Here is how GCB bank was established

In 1947, the idea to establish a national bank with central banking functions was conceived in the then Gold Coast, now known as Ghana....

Korle Bu surgical block in a ‘sorry state’

The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital's surgical block needs urgent attention due to the building's unappealing state. Pictures circulating on social media revealed the facility is...

Meet Dr Quartey-Papafio, Ghana’s very first doctor and physician

Ghana's first doctor and physician, Dr Quartey-Papafio, was discovered when the West African country was referred to as Gold Coast. He was born in June...

Exploring the roots of the name Ghana

As we commemorate Ghana's 66th Independence Anniversary, let us delve into the origins of the name Ghana. The name "Ghana" has deep historical roots...

Why Ghana’s capital was changed from Cape Coast to Accra

It is still considered to be one of Ghana's most historic cities and is well-known for its involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. Cape Coast,...

Y Leaderboard Series: Film genius Juliet Yaa Asantewa talks film & guides to originality

Juliet Yaa Asantewa Asante, one of Ghana’s finest creative directors and film producers, shares her journey through life on another impactful episode of the...

Finch helps Australia overcome West Indies in thriller

Aaron Finch starred after being selected to bat at number four as Australia secured victory against West Indies with one ball to spare to take...

Finch says Australia will keep ‘tinkering’ ahead of T20 World Cup defence

Australia captain Aaron Finch declared his side will continue "tinkering" until the start of the T20 World Cup after starring in a three-wicket win...

Here are all 14 Chief Justices of Ghana’s Courts since independence

From the era where crime was tried by the Queen’s Judicial Officers in conjunction with chiefs, to the establishment of the Supreme Court of...

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