The Amasaman High Court has reduced the custodial sentence handed to controversial evangelist and former traditional priestess Nana Agradaa, ruling that although her conviction was lawful, the punishment initially imposed was harsh and excessive. She was initially jailed for 15 years with hard labour. In its decision, the court adjusted her sentence to 12 calendar…
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libya’s former leader Col Muammar Gaddafi, has been assassinated. Gaddafi is believed to have been shot and killed Tuesday, Feb. 3, in the western Libyan city of Zintan, where he was based for the past decade. The death of the 53-year-old, who was once widely seen as his father’s heir…
American Christian worship leader, singer, and songwriter, Ron Kenoly, is dead.The musician, whose songs impacted lives globally, was said to have died on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the age of 81.Born on December 6, 1944, at Coffeyville, Kansas, United States, Ron Kenoly was known in gospel music circles in the 1980s and 1990s, for…
The Kotoka International Airport (KIA) will be renamed Accra International Airport in the coming days, as the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga announced, signalling the government’s push for legislative changes in Parliament. This follows calls from sections of the public and civil society groups who argue that the current name does not reflect the country’s democratic…
Vice President H.E. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has been ranked among the 2025 100 Most Influential African Women by Avance Media. The annual ranking recognises African women whose leadership, influence, and accomplishments continue to shape decision-making at the highest levels locally and internationally. Other Ghanaians on the list include: H.E. Amma Twum-Amoah, Major General Anita Asmah,…
South African artist Tyla has won her second Grammy for Best African Music Performance with the hit “Push 2 Start.” At the 2026 ceremony, she emerged ahead of nominees Burna Boy, Davido, and Ayra Starr. It was a night of celebration for South Africa’s golden girl, Tyla, who officially clinched her second Grammy Award at…
There has been an outpouring of grief in Nigeria following the death of an aspiring singer who died on Saturday after being bitten by a snake in the capital, Abuja. Ifunanya Nwangene, 26, rose to prominence after appearing on The Voice Nigeria, the local version of the international TV singing competition, in 2021. She was…
Actress Catherine O’Hara has died. She was 71. The Emmy Award winner was known best for her roles in beloved shows and films like “Schitt’s Creek”, “Beetlejuice”, and “Home Alone”. O’Hara’s manager confirmed the news of her death on Friday. Details surrounding her death are not known. O’Hara’s long career saw her take on more…
Long crowned by his legion of fans as the king of Afrobeat, the late Fela Kuti is finally being recognised by the global music industry. The Nigerian star will posthumously receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys – almost three decades after his death at the age of 58. “Fela has been in the…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has sanctioned both Senegal and Morocco following a series of incidents during the AFCON 2025 final, while officially confirming Senegal as champions of the tournament. In a statement on the disciplinary decisions released on Thursday, January 29, 2026, Senegal was fined a $615,000. The fine comprises $300,000 for supporters’…
