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WASSCE 2026 Entry Rises 11% as 512,862 Candidates Sit Exams
The West African Examinations Council reports a record 512,862 students from 1,022 schools registered for the 2026 WASSCE, up more than 50,000 from last year.
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WAEC Releases 2026 BECE Results, Withholds and Cancels Thousands Over Malpractice
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), while cracking down on examination malpractice by cancelling or withholding the results of thousands of candidates following extensive investigations.
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Ghana’s Drug Seizures Linked to US$1bn Raise Alarm Over Transit Hub Role
Parliament’s Minority has warned that high‑profile drug seizures under the NDC government now exceed a billion dollars, spotlighting Ghana’s growing position as a conduit for international narcotics trafficking.
Sports
Haaland Scores Winner as City Win Derby with Ten Men
Erling Haaland’s late tap‑in gave Manchester City a 1‑0 victory over United, despite a red card to Phil Foden and a 70‑minute deficit.
Sports
Lamine Yamal Double Secures Barcelona’s Perfect Start
The Catalan side won 3‑2 at Estadio Ciudad de Valencia, with Yamal’s brace and a late stoppage‑time strike keeping them three points clear of Real Madrid.
Sports
Edouard Mendy Announces Retirement From Senegal National Team
The 34‑year‑old Al Ahli keeper ends an eight‑year international career with 59 caps, 31 clean sheets and a 2021 Africa Cup of Nations title.
Entertainment
Bernice Offei’s ‘Life Is Short’ Song Grows Lighter After Her Passing
The gospel star’s 63‑year‑old death has cast new light on the song that stemmed from a family joke about aging and glasses.
Crime
Teacher Mantey: Four Remanded Over Alleged Illegal Sand Winning
Accra Circuit Court Eight has ordered the detention of four locals accused of illicit sand extraction near Amasaman, pending a September 24 hearing.