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Police in the Ashanti Region have arrested a man after discovering suspected human skull powder in his possession, raising concerns about illegal occult activities and the trafficking of human body parts. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was apprehended by officers from the Ashant
A new video has surfaced showing the aftermath of missile strikes on a Ghanaian peacekeeping base in Lebanon, highlighting the dangers faced by soldiers serving under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The footage captures the chaos at the Ghanaian Battalion Headquarters shortly a
A Ghanaian national has pleaded guilty in a United States federal court for his role in a massive international fraud scheme that defrauded victims of more than $100 million through online romance scams and business email compromise attacks. The suspect, Derrick Van Yeboah, admitted to conspiracy to
Experts from the nuclear energy sector gathered in Cape Town, South Africa, on March 5, 2026, to discuss skills development and workforce training aimed at strengthening nuclear energy capacity across Africa. The discussions took place during an expert session of the BRICS Nuclear Platform, held as
Representatives of Rosatom participated in the Nuclear Forum held during the Africa Energy Indaba in Cape Town, where discussions focused on infrastructure development, human capital growth, and the localisation of nuclear projects across the African continent. The forum, which took place on March 5
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has arrived in South Africa to participate in the country’s 69th Independence Day celebrations, highlighting the strong cultural and historical ties between Ghana and South Africa. A video circulating on social media shows Otumfuo stepping off the plane in tradi
Berlin is home to a street popularly referred to as “Ghana Street,” a name that reflects a rich history of cultural exchange and longstanding ties between Ghana and Germany. The name originated during the early years of Ghana’s independence in the late 1950s when the country sought international par
A poem recited by a student during Ghana’s Independence Day celebrations has gone viral, sending former President John Dramani Mahama trending across social media platforms. The performance took place at Manpanyin Senior High School, where a student delivered a poem praising Mahama and highlighting
Controversial Ghanaian televangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, has once again sparked conversations on social media after showing off a new luxury vehicle shortly after her release from prison. Agradaa, who leads the Heaven Way Champion International Ministry, was seen in a
Ghanaian Afrobeats singer Kelvynboy has called on established musicians in the country to extend greater support to emerging talents, saying such encouragement can significantly help young artistes grow in the industry. Speaking in an interview, the musician emphasized that many upcoming artistes st
A man convicted for a series of killings in Wa in the Upper West Region has revealed the reason behind the attacks that left residents shocked and fearful. During investigations, the suspect admitted responsibility for multiple murders and disclosed that his actions were motivated by a desire to mak
A poacher has been sentenced to three years in prison by the Nkroful District Court after being found guilty of illegal hunting in the Ankasa Forest Reserve, one of Ghana’s most protected ecological zones. The convict, whose activities were uncovered by wildlife authorities, was arrested during an o
Rosatom representatives took part in the Nuclear Forum at Africa Energy Indaba in Cape Town, highlighting infrastructure development, human capital, and the localisation of nuclear projects across the African continent. On 5 March 2026 in Cape Town (Republic of South Africa), the Nuclear Forum broug
President John Dramani Mahama has officially inaugurated what is being described as the world’s largest calcined clay cement plant in Tema, a development set to transform Ghana’s construction and industrial sectors. The state-of-the-art facility is designed to boost local cement production, create j
Since gaining independence, several African countries have achieved significant economic milestones. A recent review highlights 10 African nations that have recorded a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of US$100 billion or more, reflecting their economic strength, growth, and development over the decades
