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Priscilla Mensah

Priscilla Mensah — forward for Ghana's U-17 and U-20 women's football teams, scored in 2026 World Cup qualifying.

2026-05-032026-10-30

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … Ghana had an early lead chopped off due to Priscilla Mensah being offside as the two teams went into the break leveled with no goals. …

    2026 U-20 WWC: Black Princesses suffer another group stage exit after defeat to France
  3. The Chronicle

    … Ivy Osei Owusu, Jackline Ntoso, Priscilla Mensah, Angelema Akanyirige and Guangdong Women’s forward Agnes Yeboah complete the list for the forwards. …

    2026 U20 World Cup: Black Princesses final squad for tournament revealed
  4. August 2026
  5. Joy Online

    … Ivy Osei Owusu, Jackline Ntoso, Priscilla Mensah, Angelema Akanyirige and Guangdong Women’s forward Agnes Yeboah complete the list for the forwards. …

    2026 U20 WWC: Black Princesses final squad for tournament revealed
  6. Joy Online

    … In one of his notable interventions, Dr Bawumia sponsored the treatment of Priscilla, a four-year-old girl who was abandoned at birth at the Weija Leprosarium because of a severe leprosy-related deformity. …

    ‘He always comes to our aid’ – Fr. Campbell recounts Bawumia’s support for Church, poor
  7. Joy Online

    … Jacqueline Ntoso, Priscilla Mensah, Ruth Amponsah and Diana Amoako were the goalscorers in the fixture against the Polish side. …

    2026 U20 WWC: Black Princesses to face Mexico in pre-tournament friendly
  8. Joy Online

    … After the recess, Priscilla Mensah got an opportunity to double the lead but fluffed her finish two minutes into the second half. …

    2026 U20 WWC: Black Princesses beat Polish side in friendly game ahead of tournament
  9. Joy Online

    … Priscilla, Manager at Dan K Trade and Logistics, shared how traditional logistics methods created ongoing operational friction for their business: “Before we started using Yango Cargo delivery, orders were delayed, costs were unpredictable for our clients, and we spent too much t …

    How Yango Delivery & Cargo help Ghanaian SMEs overcome logistics hurdles and scale
  10. June 2026
  11. Joy Online

    … Speaking to journalists, Balik Majik Ebenezer, brother of the child’s father, Kofi Simon, said Simon’s wife, Priscilla, was admitted to the hospital at about 3:00 a.m. …

    Missing newborn sparks tension at Salaga Hospital as police detain nurse
  12. May 2026
  13. Joy Online

    … The gaffer made a few changes to the starting lineup that defeated Liberia 6-0 in Accra a week ago with Latifah Musah, Priscilla Mensah, Linda Achiaa all coming into the starting lineup. …

    2026 U17 WWCQ: Black Maidens to face Senegal in final round
  14. The Ghanaian Times

    … Black Maidens, put one-foot forward into the next round of qualifiers for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with an authoritative 6-0 thumping of Liberia at the Accra Sports Stadium, on Saturday.Goals from Daniella Abass, Sedatu Wahab, Linda Achiaa, Jessica Appiah, Priscilla Mensah …

    Black Maidens trounce Liberia 6-0

Wednesday 28 October

  1. Ghana's Black Maidens to face Argentina in U-17 World Cup

    Ghana qualified from Group C of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 2-0 win over Canada, and will face Argentina in the Round of 16 on October 28, 2026. Coach Joe Nana Adarkwa's side finished on four points after also losing 3-0 to Norway and drawing 3-3 with Brazil.

    28 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 26 October

  1. Black Maidens beat Canada, face Argentina in U-17 WWC round of 16

    Ghana's U-17 women's football team secured second place in Group C of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco with a 2-0 victory over Canada, earning a Round of 16 matchup against Argentina. Goals from Linda Achiaa and Christiana Ashiaku sealed qualification.

    26 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 23 October

  1. Jessica Appiah Asamoah stars as Ghana draws 3-3 with Brazil

    Ghana midfielder Jessica Appiah Asamoah was named Player of the Match in the Black Maidens' 3-3 draw against Brazil at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, delivering the assist for the late equalizer and creating the most chances in the game.

    23 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Ghana U-17 draws 3-3 with Brazil at Women's World Cup

    Ghana's U-17 women's team drew 3-3 with Brazil at the U-17 Women's World Cup after Priscilla Mensah equalised five minutes from time. Coach Joe Nana Adarkwa said his side are "the Brazilians of Africa" and noted the team must win their final group match against Canada to have a chance of progressing.

    22 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Jessica Appiah earns Player of Match in Ghana's 3-3 U-17 draw with Brazil

    Ghana midfielder Jessica Appiah Asamoah was named Player of the Match after creating four chances and setting up the crucial late equaliser in the Black Maidens' 3-3 draw with Brazil at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. Ghana have one point from two Group C matches and must win against Canada to keep their qualification hopes alive.

    22 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. Black Maidens draw 3-3 with Brazil in U-17 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Maidens held Brazil to a 3-3 draw at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with Priscilla Mensah scoring five minutes from time to secure a point. The result keeps Ghana's knockout stage hopes alive after two matches.

    21 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 15 October

  1. Black Maidens name 21-player squad for 2026 U-17 World Cup

    Ghana's U-17 women's football team has named its final 21-player squad for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, with forward Jessica Appiah Asamoah returning from injury and three U-15 players promoted to the squad.

    15 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Girls demand climate action and child marriage protections

    Young girls have called for increased investment in education, healthcare and protection as climate change exposes more of them to risks, including child marriage, according to Plan International Ghana's Girls' Takeover Day event during International Day of the Girl Child commemorations. The event featured girls assuming leadership roles to amplify calls for girls' rights and greater participation in decisions affecting their futures.

    13 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 5 October

  1. Black Maidens arrive in Morocco for 2026 U-17 World Cup

    Ghana's U-17 Women's National Team have arrived in Casablanca for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, marking their return after a two-edition CAF ban. The squad features players from recent regional and continental competitions and will compete in Group C against Norway, Brazil and Canada.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 14 September

  1. Ghana's Black Princesses eliminated from U20 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Princesses were eliminated from the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup after a 4-0 loss to France in their final Group C match, extending Ghana's record to eight consecutive tournaments without reaching the knockout stage since their debut in 2010.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Black Princesses exit U-20 World Cup after France defeat

    Ghana's Black Princesses lost 4-0 to France in their final Group C match and finished bottom of the group with three points, marking their eighth consecutive group stage exit since debuting in 2010.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Black Princesses squad named for 2026 U-20 World Cup

    Coach Charles Sampson has selected a 21-member squad for Ghana's U-20 Women's World Cup campaign in Poland, with the team to face Ecuador, Korea Republic, and France in group play.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 31 August

  1. Black Princesses name 21-player squad for 2026 U20 World Cup

    Head Coach Charles Sampson has named Ghana's 21-member squad for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland. Ghana will open their campaign against Ecuador on September 6, 2026, before facing Korea Republic and France in group play.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 30 August

  1. Former VP Bawumia commissions St Jude's Catholic Church at New Weija

    Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia commissioned the newly built St Jude's Catholic Church at New Weija in Accra, a project he personally supported to completion. Rev. Fr Andrew Campbell, the resident priest, praised Bawumia's consistent generosity in supporting his projects for vulnerable people, including the Weija Leprosarium and the Lepers Aid Centre.

    30 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Black Princesses face Mexico in U20 World Cup warm-up

    Ghana's U-20 women's team will play Mexico on August 29 as part of preparations for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, their second friendly after beating Sleza Wroclaw 4-0. The Princesses are in Group C with Ecuador, South Korea and France, with their campaign beginning September 6.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Black Princesses beat Polish side 4-0 in World Cup preparation

    Ghana's U-20 women's football team defeated Polish league side Ślęza Wrocław 4-0 in a friendly match in Poland, with Jacqueline Ntoso, Priscilla Mensah, Ruth Amponsah, and Diana Amoako scoring. The Black Princesses are preparing for the U-20 Women's World Cup, where they will face Ecuador, South Korea, and France in their group.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Yango Delivery platform helps Ghanaian SMEs address logistics challenges

    Tech-driven logistics solutions like Yango Delivery and Cargo are helping Ghanaian small and medium-sized enterprises manage order fulfillment and scaling issues that previously involved unpredictable pricing, delivery delays, and time-consuming coordination with dispatchers.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Ghana records at least 13 university student deaths since 2024

    At least 13 students at Ghana's public universities have died from non-natural causes since 2024, with road accidents, suicides, and attacks accounting for most deaths. Six students died in 2024 (the worst year on record), four in 2025, and three in the first half of 2026, prompting mounting safety concerns among students, parents, and university authorities.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Newborn disappears from Salaga Hospital; nurse detained

    A baby girl disappeared shortly after delivery at Salaga Municipal Hospital in the Savannah Region on Wednesday, prompting police to detain a nurse while investigations continue. The child's family reported that the mother was delivered successfully and both were said to be doing well, but relatives were prevented from seeing the newborn and the baby was missing when the mother was transferred to the ward.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 31 May

  1. Ghana's Black Maidens beat Liberia, face Senegal next

    Ghana's U17 women's football team defeated Liberia 2-0 away to advance to the final round of 2026 World Cup qualifying, where they will face Senegal in matches scheduled for July 3–12.

    31 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 25 May

  1. Black Maidens defeat Liberia 6-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's U-17 national female football team, the Black Maidens, beat Liberia 6-0 at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday in the second round of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers, with goals from Daniella Abass, Sedatu Wahab, Linda Achiaa, Jessica Appiah, Priscilla Mensah, and Mavis Yeboah. The return leg is scheduled for Monrovia this weekend.

    25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 23 May

  1. Black Maidens defeat Liberia 6-0 in U17 World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's U17 women's football team won 6-0 against Liberia in the first leg of their U17 Women's World Cup second round qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium, establishing a strong advantage ahead of the second leg.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 11 May

  1. Black Princesses qualify for 2026 U-20 World Cup with Uganda draw

    Ghana's Black Princesses secured qualification to the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup after drawing 1-1 with Uganda in Kampala, advancing 3-2 on aggregate. The qualification marks Ghana's eighth appearance at the tournament, which will be staged in Poland in September.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Ghana's Black Princesses qualify for FIFA U-20 World Cup

    Ghana drew 1-1 with Uganda in the second leg of their FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup qualifier in Kampala, winning the tie 3-2 on aggregate after a 2-1 first-leg victory. Linda Owusu Ansah scored in the 78th minute to level the match, and Ghana held on despite being reduced to ten players, qualifying for their eighth World Cup appearance.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 9 May

  1. Ghana qualifies for U20 Women's World Cup, defeating Uganda

    Ghana has qualified for this year's U20 Women's World Cup after defeating Uganda 3-2 on aggregate in the final round of qualifiers. The Black Princesses drew 1-1 away in Kampala on May 9, following a 2-1 first-leg victory at home.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Black Princesses depart for Uganda World Cup qualifier second leg

    Ghana's U20 women's football team has departed for Uganda to play the second leg of their World Cup qualifier on May 9, holding a 2-1 lead from the first match in Accra and aiming for an eighth consecutive World Cup appearance.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Black Princesses face Uganda in World Cup qualifier second leg

    Ghana's U-20 women's football team will travel to Uganda for the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup qualifier at FUFA Stadium in Kadiba on Saturday. Coach Charles Simpson acknowledged his side's challenges in the first leg, particularly in midfield coordination and movement, and stressed the need for improvement to secure qualification.

    5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 3 May

  1. Black Princesses beat Uganda 2-1 in U20 World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's Black Princesses defeated Uganda 2-1 in the first leg of the U-20 Women's World Cup final round qualifiers at the Accra Sports Stadium, coming back from a goal down. A positive result in the reverse fixture in Uganda would secure Ghana's place to represent Africa in Poland.

    3 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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