Otto Addo, head coach of Ghana’s senior national team, has announced his squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying games. Ghana will face Mali and Central African Republic in their next two games of the qualifying series for the next edition of the global showpiece. The Black Stars …
Read More »WAFU B U-17 Cup of Nations: Ghana’s Black Starlets Beat Benin To Reach Semis
Ghana’s Black Starlets sealed a place in the semi-final of the WAFU B U-17 Cup of Nations following their win over Benin on Tuesday, May 21. Mark Kagawa Mensah and Theophilus Ayamga netted in the first half to ensure victory for Laryea Kingston’s side who topped Group A. Kagawa Mensah …
Read More »Mali Court Jails Professor For Criticizing The Military Junta
A prominent Malian economist and professor has been sentenced to two years in jail, one of which was suspended, for his criticism of the military junta. Étienne Fakaba Sissoko was also ordered to pay a fine of 3m CFA francs ($4,900; £3,900). The 41-year-old academic, who has been in custody …
Read More »DR Congo Army Foils ‘Coup Attempt’ As Gunmen Target State Officials Homes
The Democratic Republic of Congo army says it has quashed an attempted coup against President Felix Tshisekedi in the capital Kinshasa involving Congolese and foreign fighters. DR Congo army spokesperson Brig Gen Sylavin Ekenge said on the state-run broadcaster RTNC TV that several suspects have been detained and the “situation …
Read More »Iranian President, Foreign Minister Confirmed Dead After Helicopter Crash
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is confirmed dead after rescuers found a helicopter carrying him and other officials that had crashed in the mountainous northwest reaches of Iran the day before. He was 63 years old. Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian; Governor of Eastern Azerbaijan province Malek Rahmati, Tabriz’s Friday …
Read More »Helicopter In Iranian President Raisi’s Convoy Crashes
A helicopter in a convoy carrying the Iranian president has been involved in an accident, state media is reporting. State media says President Ebrahim Raisi was on board a helicopter that experienced a hard landing on Sunday. The Interior Minister said rescuers were still trying to reach the site due …
Read More »Photos: Senegalese President Faye Visits Ghana
On Friday, May 17, 2024, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo welcomed Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the newly elected president of the Republic of Senegal, who was in Ghana for a working visit. His visit to Ghana marks a significant milestone in the enduring friendship and cooperation between our two nations. …
Read More »Did You Know? – Using The Coat of Arms And Ghana Flag Without Permission Is Illegal.
In Ghana’s colorful cultural heritage, two symbols stand out: the Coat of Arms and the national flag. These icons embody the sovereignty, heritage, and collective dreams of the Ghanaian people, serving as proud reminders of unity and national pride. The Coat of Arms, a significant emblem representing the sovereignty and …
Read More »Ghana’s Cedi Depreciation Is Creating A Big Mess For Business Community – GUTA
The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has called on the government to take urgent measures to ensure the cedi appreciates against major trading currencies, especially the dollar. “GUTA expresses its readiness to collaborate with the government and other stakeholders on this issue,” it added in a statement dated May …
Read More »Stevie Wonder: American Singer-Songwriter Receives Citizenship Certificate To Become A Ghanaian.
An American singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Stevie Wonder, has taken the Oath of Allegiance and received his Certificate of Citizenship to become a Ghanaian citizen. The ceremony took place on Monday, May 13, at the Jubilee House, Ghana’s seat of government, signifying Stevie Wonder’s official integration into Ghanaian society. …
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