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Ghanaian dancehall star Stonebwoy reveals that the luxury Toyota Land Cruiser he received was a surprise gift from a businessman he had never met before, highlighting an unexpected act of generosity that has sparked reactions across social media.
Authorities in Mexico and the United States have stepped up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by strengthening military cooperation aimed at enhancing security during the global event. The collaboration involves both countries’ armed forces working together to provide tactical support, specia
Football fans from Africa planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup may encounter a major financial obstacle, as reports indicate that some applicants could be required to pay a visa bond of up to $15,000 to enter the United States. The policy forms part of U.S. visa regulations aimed at reducing t
A disturbing case involving false allegations has emerged from Achimota School, where investigations have revealed that a former student allegedly fabricated digital evidence to frame a housemaster in a sextortion claim. The incident initially caused alarm among parents, students, and the general pu
The Ghana Police Service has arrested two suspects in connection with a major jewellery shop robbery that occurred in 2025, marking another breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile crime. According to police, the suspects were picked up through an intelligence-led operation ai
The growing habit of rejecting coins in everyday transactions is raising concerns among financial experts in Ghana, with warnings that the practice could negatively affect the country’s economic stability. Coins are a vital part of the monetary system, designed to facilitate small-value transactions
United Bank for Africa (UK) Limited (“UBA UK”) and British International Investment plc (“BII”), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, today announced that they have signed a letter of intent to develop trade finance collaboration opportunities. The proposed initiative
When Memory Feels Like Evidence There was a time in Ghana when the idea of tomato scarcity in March would have sounded almost absurd. For those of us who grew up in the Kassena-Nankana areas in the 1980s and 1990s, tomatoes were not just a crop they were an economy, a culture, and, in many …
The first question we must ask is, did the Road Ministry award all the road contracts to just one company/ individual through sole-sourcing(single-source procurement) or the Road Ministry awarded different Road contracts to different companies through sole-sourcing(single-source procurement)? If it
A renewed call for slavery reparations by Ghana has sparked heated discussions within the UK Parliament, highlighting growing international pressure over historical accountability. The debate follows remarks made by John Dramani Mahama at the United Nations General Assembly, where he advocated for t
The Ghana national football team, the Black Stars, has suffered a setback ahead of their upcoming international friendlies against Austria and Germany, as forwards Iñaki Williams and Brandon Thomas‑Asante have officially pulled out of the squad due to injuries. Williams, who plays for Athletic Bilba
Workers of the Bogoso–Prestea Mine concerned about false publications have strongly dismissed a document currently circulating and purported to be a petition from the Divisional Chiefs of the Bogoso–Prestea Traditional Area, describing it as false, misleading, and deliberately staged to deceive the
The music world is no stranger to wild rumours and conspiracy theories, and recent reports highlight how some of these stories have captured fan imagination — from global icons to local stars. Two of the most talked-about cases involve international superstar Beyoncé and Jamaican dancehall sensation
Ghanaian religious leader Adom Kyei Duah has hit back at media personality Ola Michael following his recent criticism of the beverage popularly known as “Yesu Mogya”. The controversy erupted after Ola Michael questioned the legitimacy and promotion of the drink during a radio programme. He raised co
Uganda’s recent presidential election is now the subject of a legal challenge at a regional level, as concerns over the conduct of the poll continue to generate debate. A petition has been filed at the East African Court of Justice, seeking a review of the electoral process and its compliance with r
