The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that the first batch of 300 Ghanaians will be evacuated from South Africa on May 21, 2026, following a wave of xenophobic attacks and anti-immigrant protests. In a social media post, a graphic
Nine miners have been trapped following the collapse of a mining pit on Wednesday evening at Konongo in the Asante Akyem Central Municipality of the Ashanti Region. The miners were reportedly working underground when the pit caved in, blocking their exit route and
Fashion at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) has grown into more than a red carpet display; it reflects the depth of talent, skill, and excellence driving Africa’s creative rise. Increasingly likened to global stages such as the Met Gala, the event
The 27th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) was held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre, celebrating outstanding achievements in the Ghanaian music industry. Black Sherif emerged as the biggest winner on
Ghana and the United Arab Emirates have held high-level discussions on potential UAE investment in petroleum storage facilities and critical energy infrastructure in Ghana, aimed at improving energy security and strengthening the country’s petroleum distribution capacity. President John Dramani Mahama met with President
The fourth edition of the Kaba and Slit Festival was held on May 1 at Legon City Mall in Accra, bringing together fashion lovers, designers, artisans, and cultural enthusiasts to celebrate Ghanaian identity through fashion. This year’s festival, themed “Old School Kaba and
President John Dramani Mahama has commended engineers of the Volta River Authority (VRA) and the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) for their dedication and technical ingenuity in restoring the Akosombo Hydroelectric Dam to full operation. President Mahama gave the commendation at the 2026
Ghana High Commission in South Africa, Pretoria has issued a security advisory urging Ghanaian nationals in South Africa to exercise heightened vigilance and prioritise their personal safety amid planned demonstrations in the city. The advisory, released on April 28, 2026, cautioned members of
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ghana has cautioned Ghanaian traders using the Mali route to suspend travel following heightened terrorist attacks that have destabilised parts of the country and raised concerns over the safety of transit corridors used by regional traders. In
Ethiopia is set to host Ghana Month in May 2026 to celebrate Ghanaian culture and heritage in Addis Ababa, as both countries continue to build on longstanding historical ties. The cultural celebration is scheduled to commence on May 8, 2026, featuring a rich