Ghana’s Caleb Yirenkyi scored a 95th-minute winner to deny Panama their first-ever World Cup point in Toronto, Canada. With six minutes added on at the end of match of few chances, Brandon Thomas-Asante raced down the left, beat his marker, and squared the ball for Yirenkyi, who tapped in. The result was harsh on Panama,…
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has taken note of public discussions following the decision of the Federal Court of Canada concerning Black Stars player Thomas Partey’s visa application to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As the governing body responsible for Ghana’s participation in the FIFA World Cup, the GFA had a duty to…
Lionel Messi opened his FIFA World Cup 2026 with a masterclass. The Inter Miami CF forward hit a hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. It was a night of clean finishing, tidy passing and sensible risk. Sofascore gave him a perfect Sofascore Rating 10, a fair reflection of…
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ release from prison is now set for February 2028, weeks earlier than his previously scheduled date. Combs, 56, is serving a 50-month sentence for prostitution-related charges at the low-security Federal Correctional Institution in Fort Dix, New Jersey, after he was found guilty in July 2025 of two counts of transportation to engage…
Prominent Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has accused a hospital in Lagos of obstructing an inquest into the circumstances surrounding her baby son’s death. A coronial inquest into the death of her 21-month-old son, Nknau, at Euracare hospital in January had been due to start in April, Adichie said. The author now alleges that Euracare…
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry to Canada, FIFA confirmed on Friday, meaning he won’t be able to play in his team’s opening World Cup match on Wednesday, June 17 in Toronto. Said FIFA in a statement to The Athletic: “FIFA is not involved in the immigration processes of host countries, including the adjudication…
Colombian star Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy thrilled fans with a high-energy performance of their song “Dai Dai” at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Shakira opened her set after J Balvin and launched into the tournament’s official song, delivering her signature dance moves to an excited crowd on Thursday, June…
AfroTalks Kigali 2026 highlighted a powerful shift taking place across the continent: Africans are increasingly looking inward for opportunities, partnerships, innovation, and growth. The event brought together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, creatives, and business leaders from across Africa, creating a platform for meaningful conversations about the future of the continent. One of the strongest themes that…
Ghanaian entrepreneur and luxury watchmaker Anthony Mensah Dzamefe, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Caveman Watches, has earned a coveted feature in the Forbes Africa Ghana 2026: Africa Undiscovered Edition, marking another significant milestone in the brand’s journey from Accra to the global luxury market. The feature, headlined “Redefining Luxury from Accra,” celebrates Caveman Watches’…
Serena Williams made a winning start to her tennis comeback in the doubles event at Queen’s, claiming her first professional victory in nearly four years. The 44-year-old – making her first appearance since the 2022 US Open – partnered Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko to a 7-6 (7-2) 6-2 victory over third-seeded duo Nicole Melichar-Martinez and…
