Amateur Football Development: GFA President Kurt Okraku has opened FIFA’s two-day Amateur Football Environment Analysis in Accra, bringing together clubs, women’s football stakeholders and education bodies to map how Ghana can strengthen the player pathway. Galamsey Pressure: Presbyterian Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye urged government to show real political will to end illegal mining, warning it is destroying communities and polluting water. Travel Fraud Warning: Ghana Immigration Service says it has recorded 35 fake visa cases since 2023, urging travellers to verify documents directly to avoid airport arrests and losses. Child Protection Court Case: A 35-year-old mason, Charles Seddoh, was sentenced to 35 years for defiling his two daughters, with victims referred for psychological therapy and shelter support. Religious Tension: Sofo Kyir Abosom hit back at pastors criticising him, escalating a public spat over faith and worship. Culture & Film: Israel’s Film Festival returns to Accra Mall on Aug 30 with free screenings and dialogue between Israeli and Ghanaian filmmakers. Health at Work: Ghana AIDS Commission is pushing institutions to institutionalise Workplace HIV and Wellness Policies to protect workers and boost productivity. Investor Support: GIPA launches a Focal Persons Network across MDAs to speed up investor issue resolution and improve the ease of doing business. Digital & Insurance: NIC outlines new digital insurance moves, including AI-enabled verification and faster, more transparent claims. Beauty Industry Standards: GHABA examined 15 aspiring hairdressers and beauticians in the Western Region to qualify for NVTI certification. National Theatre Upgrade: Ghana’s National Theatre is set for major transformation with Chinese support to modernise it into a cultural hub.