The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has announced that every Wednesday will now be dedicated to wearing Fugu, also known as Batakari or the traditional smock, as part of efforts to promote Ghana’s cultural heritage and strengthen the creative economy. In an official statement dated February 10, 2026, and signed by the Minister,…
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,…
It was hard to miss 33-year-old model and writer Abena Christine Jon’el’s appearance at a recent major fashion show in Ghana. Walking the runway with her prosthetic leg wrapped in a colourful African print her appearance made a big impact. The Ghanaian-American was hoping to make a statement about the visibility of people with disabilities,…
In the bustling streets of Accra, Ghana’s capital, commuters face daily battles with unreliable public transport, marked by long queues, inflated fares, and accusations of artificial shortages. Miles away in Prague, the capital of Czechia, and the experience is starkly different: a seamless, integrated network where a single ticket unlocks buses, trams, metros, ferries, and…
Leading African PR and rating firm, Avance Media, has announced the inaugural edition of the Top 100 Ghanaians Powerlist 2025, an annual publication recognising Ghanaians whose influence, leadership, and authority have significantly shaped Ghana’s political, economic, social and cultural landscape over the past year. Presented across 10 carefully defined categories, the list cuts across all…
One of Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s toddler twins has died, her family has confirmed. An official family statement said that 21-month-old boy Nkanu Nnamdi, who the novelist had with her husband Dr Ivara Esege, died on Wednesday after a brief illness. Issued on behalf of the family by Omawumi Ogbe, the statement said they…
Award-winning Ghanaian journalist Godwin Asediba has announced his move to BBC News Focus on Africa, marking a new chapter in his career shortly after departing Media General, where he spent the last three years. Asediba shared the news of his BBC appointment on social media, expressing excitement about the opportunity to contribute to African storytelling…
Venus Williams is married to Andrea Preti. According to Vogue, Venus and Preti have officially tied the knot, celebrating their love with two separate wedding ceremonies in Italy and Florida. The couple’s first wedding took place on Sept. 18 in Ischia, Italy, with Venus telling the publication that, “We had this dream to do our…
President John Dramani Mahama has been installed as Aare Atayeto Oodua of the Source by the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, during a colourful traditional ceremony in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. The conferment recognises President Mahama’s contributions to African unity, cultural diplomacy, and engagement with traditional leadership…
Ghanaian journalist Ernest Dela Aglanu has won the topmost award at the inaugural Global South Video News Awards, held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Dela Aglanu’s impactful visual storytelling earned him the prestigious Vital Footage Award, making him the sole African winner at the ceremony. The award was presented on Tuesday, December 9, during…
