Cornell University student targeted by Trump leaves the US
By Sarah Baafi Momodou Taal, a Cornell University Ph.D. student and dual citizen of the UK and Gambia, has left the United States following the revocation of his student visa due to his participation in pro-Palestinian protests. Taal, who had been studying Africana Studies, announced his decision on social media, stating he chose to leave […]
Yakayake: A Volta Region Staple, Celebrating Culture and Sustenance
By Jacqueline Emefa Ampo Food plays a crucial role in defining one’s identity and culture. Just as fufu is synonymous with the Ashantis, etew is favoured by the Fantis, and Tuo Zaafi is a staple in the Northern Regions, akple is well-known among the Ewes. These dishes go beyond being mere meals; they represent the […]
Zimbabwe shuts down amid calls for protests
By Sarah Baafi Zimbabwe experienced a nationwide shutdown on Monday as calls for mass protests against President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s leadership failed to gain traction. The demonstrations, led by war veteran Blessed Geza, aimed to challenge Mnangagwa’s alleged plans to extend his presidency beyond constitutional limits. However, heavy police deployment across major cities deterred large-scale participation. […]
Bodies of three out of four US soldiers whose vehicle was submerged in Lithuania are recovered
By Sarah Baafi The bodies of three U.S. soldiers who went missing during a military training exercise in Lithuania have been recovered from a peat bog, the U.S. Army confirmed on Monday. Efforts to locate a fourth soldier are ongoing near the city of Pabradė, close to the Belarusian border. The soldiers, part of the […]
Mohammed Kudus celebrates Eid Ul-Fitr with a generous donation
By Kwame Bediako Black Stars and West Ham United midfielder Mohammed Kudus has made a generous donation to the Rahman Islamic Basic School. The donation, which includes an undisclosed amount of money, aims to support the students and staff of the school as they celebrate Eid Ul-Fitr. Kudus, who recently returned to England after the […]
US deports more alleged gang members to El Salvador
By Sarah Baafi The Trump administration has deported 17 more individuals alleged to be gang members to El Salvador, despite ongoing legal disputes surrounding the use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. According to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the deportees include members of the Tren de Aragua and MS-13 gangs. Salvadoran officials […]
Ghana Premier League resumes with high-stakes fixtures in midweek action
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Premier League is set to resume with a flurry of activity as Matchday 21 fixtures take center stage across eight venues on Tuesday, April 1, and Wednesday, April 2, 2025. After a brief hiatus, the league returns with a packed midweek schedule featuring regional derbies, title-chasing encounters, and relegation battles. […]
Teenager Jakub Mensik stuns Novak Djokovic to win Miami Open
By Kwame Bediako 19-year-old Jakub Mensik defeated Novak Djokovic to clinch the 2025 Miami Open, capturing his first ATP title in a stunning fashion. The Czech teenager held his nerve on a hot and humid night in Florida, prevailing 7-6 (7-4), 7-6 (7-4) over the 24-time Grand Slam champion. Mensik’s victory denied Djokovic his 100th […]
MultiChoice loses 3.7 million subscribers in two years
By Kwame Bediako MultiChoice, the parent company of popular pay-TV platforms DStv and GOtv, as per reports from Citizen SA has suffered a substantial loss of subscribers over the past two years. According to Citizen SA, the company has seen its subscriber base drop by 3.7 million, falling from 23 million to 19.3 million. This […]
MTN FA Cup: Asante Kotoko advance to semi-finals with thrilling 2-1 win over True Democracy
By Kwame Bediako Asante Kotoko secured a spot in the semifinals of the MTN FA Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over True Democracy FC. The match was a thrilling encounter that saw both teams create scoring opportunities, but it was Kotoko who emerged victorious in the end. The Porcupine Warriors took the lead in […]
Black Stars winger Joseph Paintsil set to release debut EP titled ‘Emergency’ on April 4
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian international footballer and LA Galaxy winger Joseph Paintsil is all set to release his debut EP, ‘Emergency’, on April 4, 2025. The 7-track EP is a reflection of Paintsil’s passion for music, which he has cultivated during his leisure time away from the football pitch. While football remains his first love, […]
Nigerian Boxer Olanrewaju ‘Success’ Segun dies after collapsing in ring at the Bukom Boxing arena
By Kwame Bediako A devastating incident occurred at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Saturday, March 29, 2025 as Nigerian boxer Olanrewaju ‘Success’ Segun tragically collapsed and died during a fight against Ghana’s Jon Mbanugu. Segun, a former West African light-heavyweight champion, was in the midst of a highly competitive bout when the unthinkable happened. Eyewitnesses […]
Aryna Sabalenka defeats Jessica Pegula to win Miami Open title
By Kwame Bediako Aryna Sabalenka, world’s No. 1 in women’s tennis division, has emerged victorious at the Miami Open, defeating Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 in the final. The win marks Sabalenka’s eighth career WTA 1000th title and cements her position as one of the dominant forces in women’s tennis. The match, played at Hard Rock […]
Berekum Chelsea edges Bechem United to secure MTN FA Cup semi-final spot
By Kwame Bediako Berekum Chelsea emerged victorious with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Bechem United in a tightly contested quarterfinal match of the MTN FA Cup. The decisive moment came courtesy of Stephen Amankona, whose goal proved to be the difference between the two sides. This victory propels Samuel Boadu’s team into the semifinals of […]
