2026 World Cup: Black Stars Arrive in Kansas City for Colombia Showdown
By Kwame Bediako Ghana have arrived in Kansas City and are now in the final phase of preparations for their Round of 32 World Cup clash with Colombia. The team travelled from Providence after spending three weeks based in Rhode Island during the group stage, and their next match is set for Friday, 3 July […]
FIFA Appoints Clément Turpin for Ghana’s Knockout Match Against Colombia
By Kwame Bediako Clément Turpin has been appointed to referee Ghana’s Round of 32 match against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium on Saturday, July 4. The French official will bring plenty of major-tournament experience to a game that matters hugely for both sides, with Ghana chasing a first Round of 16 place since 2010 and […]
One Ghanaian shot dead amid anti-immigrant protests in South Africa
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A Ghanaian national was shot dead inside his tailor shop in Cape Town, South Africa, on Tuesday, as a wave of anti-immigrant protests swept across the country. The violence has plunged the nation into a tense standoff between security forces and vigilante groups. The victim, a longtime resident […]
2026 World Cup: Senegal Crash Out After Surrendering Two-Goal Advantage Against Belgium
By Kwame Bediako Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw called the Round of 32 exit “painful” after his side let a two-goal lead slip in a 3-2 extra-time defeat to Belgium. Senegal had led through Habib Diarra and Ismaïla Sarr, but Belgium fought back late before sealing the comeback with a stoppage-time penalty. Thiaw praised his […]
Lionel Mpasi Shines Despite DR Congo’s World Cup Exit
By Kwame Bediako England survived a major scare to beat DR Congo 2-1 and reach the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Harry Kane scored twice, including a late winner, after Brian Cipenga gave DR Congo an early lead. DR Congo made life extremely difficult for England, with goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi producing […]
Three arrested over alleged human trafficking, prostitution and attempted baby sale in Upper East
By Amoako Kwame The Upper East Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects over their alleged involvement in a human trafficking syndicate that reportedly lured young women from Nigeria to Ghana and forced them into prostitution in the Talensi District. The suspects, identified as Peace Agbede, Favour Sunday Udo, and Faith Levy, were arrested during […]
Body found in trotro swept away by Accra floods
By Ashiadey Dotse A lifeless body has been found inside a commercial minibus, popularly known as a trotro, at Alajo in Accra following the devastating floods caused by Monday’s heavy rainfall. The vehicle was discovered in a drain on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, after the floodwaters had receded. Residents who inspected the stranded trotro found […]
South Africa must confront Afrophobia, xenophobia before they fuel deeper divisions- Experts warn
By Hannah Dadzie Concerns over rising Afrophobia and xenophobia in South Africa have resurfaced at the 2026 Repairing International Development (RID) Conference in Accra, with African scholars and human rights experts calling for urgent government intervention, public education and stronger measures to protect migrants and foreign nationals. Speaking in an interview on the sidelines of […]
Over 900 arrested as anti-migrant protests spark unrest across South Africa
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent South African authorities detained more than 900 individuals on Tuesday during a wave of nationwide anti-migrant demonstrations. While the vast majority of the 120 scheduled marches remained orderly, a small fraction escalated into chaos. Deputy national police commissioner Tebello Mosikili confirmed that law enforcement intervened in 12 separate […]
Serena and Venus Williams Reunite at Wimbledon After Four Years, Eye Seventh Doubles Crown
By Amoako Kwame Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams are set to reunite on one of the sport’s biggest stages when they team up in the women’s doubles at Wimbledon 2026 on Friday, July 3, following their wildcard entry into the tournament. The sisters are expected to face Solana Sierra and Camila Osorio in the […]