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Otto Addo sees improvement despite Ghana defeat to Germany
Head coach of the Ghana national football team, Otto Addo, has expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance despite their defeat to Germany in an international friendly.
Ghana suffered a 2-1 defeat against Germany in Stuttgart.
Speaking at a post match press conference yesterday, he noted that the team showed improvement compared to their previous game against Austria.
He explained that the match against Germany provided valuable lessons for the players.
He said such high level games are important for the team’s development, even when the result does not go in their favour.
He added that the players will take the positives from the match and build on them.
According to him, facing a strong side like Germany helped the team gain useful experience.
He described it as a good test for the players and an opportunity to measure their progress.
He further indicated that the team will continue to learn and improve as they prepare for future matches.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Intercity STC Coaches Limited has interdicted a driver captured in a viral video allegedly hitting a Sprinter bus during an overtaking manoeuvre at Pokuase before driving away from the scene.
In a public notice, the company described the driver’s conduct as unacceptable, stressing that it did not reflect the safety standards and professionalism it upholds.
Management said it had commenced an immediate investigation into the incident and identified the driver, who has been interdicted pending the outcome of the disciplinary process.
The company added that it was awaiting an official report from the Pokuase Police Command to help establish the facts surrounding the incident.
STC reaffirmed its commitment to passenger safety and responsible road use, while thanking members of the public for bringing the incident to its attention.
Management assured the public that appropriate action would be taken following the investigation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has toured five companies at the Afienya Industrial Enclave and Dignity DTRT Limited in Tema as part of efforts to strengthen local manufacturing, promote industrial growth and create jobs.
The visit, which took place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, was accompanied by the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare.
At Afienya, the President and the minister visited Juidine Corporation Ghana Limited, Huaguang New Energy Battery Ghana Ltd, Qian Feng Intel Corporation, Zema New Energy Limited and Baoxu Automobile Manufacturing Ghana Limited.
They also toured Dignity DTRT Limited, a major player in Ghana’s textile and garment industry, at Tema.
During the visit, President Mahama announced plans to meet with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, the Ghana Free Zones Authority and the Ministry of Finance next week to discuss concerns surrounding the Customs Act, 2026.
The meeting is expected to address concerns from businesses in the free zones sector that changes under the new law have reduced some of the incentives they previously enjoyed.
The President urged workers at the companies to remain hardworking, dedicated and committed to their duties, stressing that their efforts were essential to the growth and expansion of their businesses.
The visit forms part of the government’s efforts to engage manufacturers, address challenges facing businesses and create a favourable environment for investment, industrial production and employment.
By: Jacob Aggrey
