Borrowing from jazz and African rhythms, he forged a singular style that helped define music in his native Ghana — and West Africa — for a generation.

The deployment follows months of escalating pressure from President Trump on the African nation, including a surprise missile strike on Christmas Day.

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson has revealed that his side has spent the week sharpening their attacking edge as they prepare for Saturday's decisive World Cup qualifier against South Africa.Speaking after the team's final training session in Mbombela on Friday, Sampson acknowledged that wasteful finishing in the first leg cost his side a vital advantage."We have been working on the last third the most this week because that's where we lack a bit,"

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson says his side is fully prepared to overturn their first-leg deficit and secure qualification for the next round of the 2026 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup qualifiers when they face South Africa on Saturday.Speaking after the team's final training session in Mbombela on Friday, Sampson expressed confidence that his players have addressed the shortcomings that cost them in the 2â??2 draw in Accra."We have been working on the

Kumasi Mayor Richard Agyemang Boadi has promised Asante Kotoko players substantial financial rewards if they secure victory against arch-rivals Accra Hearts of Oak at the Baba Yara Stadium on February 15.Speaking during a visit to the teamâ??s training session, flanked by Ashanti Regional Minister Frank Amoakohene and other dignitaries, the mayor delivered a stirring rallying cry to the Porcupine Warriors squad.â??We want you to score, and on Monday, you will be financially

The stakes for Sunday's Super Clash have been raised even higher, with Kumasi Mayor Richard Agyemang Boadi promising Asante Kotoko players significant financial rewards if they secure victory against arch-rivals Accra Hearts of Oak.Speaking during a visit to the team's training session at Baba Yara Stadium, flanked by Ashanti Regional Minister Frank Amoakohene and other dignitaries, the mayor delivered an impassioned rallying cry to the Porcupine Warriors squad."We

LIVE: Ghana Tonight || 13-02-2026

Ghana’s masquerade and fancy dress traditions remain among the nation’s most powerful cultural expressions, combining colour, discipline, music, and symbolism. For generations, masquerade festivals in Winneba, Agona Swedru, Sekondi, Takoradi, Elmina, Kumasi, and Tema have brought communities together through pageantry, competition, and storytelling. Despite their popularity and cultural depth, these activities have largely operated independently, […] The post National

Former Black Stars midfielder and 1978 Africa Cup of Nations winner Willie Klutse has pointed a finger at the management team surrounding Thomas Partey, suggesting that if the rape allegations against the Ghana international are true, it represents a catastrophic failure of guidance and mentorship.Speaking to Citi Sports following reports that Partey has been charged with two additional counts of rape by the UK's Crown Prosecution Service, Klutse offered a sobering assessment

Lawyers for former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta have revealed that the Commission for The Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF) has ordered the deletion of his name from the Red Notice List. This is contained in a Public Notice issued on February 13 by Menkah-Premoh, Osei Bonsu, Bruce-Cathline and partners. “We are pleased to announce that, […]

Ghana Chapter of the Cocoa Farmers Alliance of Africa has formally declared its support for the government’s current strategy to stabilise the nation’s cocoa sector, pointedly rejecting suggestions that the country should seek an IMF bailout for the industry. In a press release issued on 13 February 2026, the Alliance expressed strong confidence in the […]

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President John Dramani Mahama on February 13 held talks with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the 39th Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa. The bilateral meeting centred on critical security challenges facing the African continent, particularly the deteriorating situation in […]

The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has expressed strong support for the passage of the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill into law, describing it as a strategic step toward stimulating industrial growth and enhancing productivity across key sectors of the economy. At a retreat held in Accra on 13 February 2026, the Association emphasised the need […]

The Ghana Premier League fixture between Medeama Sporting Club and Aduana Football Club will resume on Saturday after heavy rainfall forced officials to halt proceedings at the TnA Sports Stadium.The two sides met on Friday in a Week 22 encounter of the Ghana Premier League, with Medeama taking a narrow advantage into the break thanks to a thunderous free kick from midfielder Salim Adams.Conditions deteriorated sharply after the restart as persistent rain made the surface increasingly

The Agona Nkwanta to Tarkwa Road corridor in the Western Region will soon witness a major sectional rehabilitation works on the deteriorated stretch at a cost to the contractor in what government has described as a rare and commendable gesture of corporate responsibility. The road has experienced premature structural failure partly due to excessive axle […]

Bechem United will lock horns with Young Apostles FC in a fierce regional derby on Sunday afternoon at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park in matchday 22 of the Ghana Premier League.The Hunters appear to be rediscovering their rhythm at a crucial stage of the season.They have suffered just one defeat in their last five league matches, recording three wins and a draw in that run.Even more impressive is their formidable home form. Bechem have won each of their last five matches at the Nana

The Ghana Premier League encounter between Medeama Sporting Club and Aduana Football Club has been halted due to a heavy downpour at the TnA Sports Stadium.The two clubs locked horns on Friday in a Week 22 fixture of the 2025/26 league campaign.In what turned out to be a close contest, Medeama SC led at halftime thanks to a powerful free kick by midfielder Salim Adams.WHAT A GOAL! Salim Adams with his trademark bullet freekick to put Medeama in front.#GPL #GPLMW22 pic.twitter.com/xzXcJyBhzdâ??

Floral arrangements crafted from carefully-folded, colorful bank notes, had become a popular symbol of love in Nairobi.

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Johnson Asiedu Nketia has urged members of the party to remember President John Mahama in their prayers. He said having secured a clear mandate from the people of Ghana in the 2024 elections, what remains is to fulfill the lofty promises made to Ghanaians. Mr Nketia […]