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The Ghanaian Times
Ghana Black Queens have withdrawn from the upcoming three-nation women’s tournament scheduled to take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania during the June FIFA international window. …
Ghana withdraws from 3-nation tourney in TanzaniaJoy Online
… Another said, while a combination with Barrick’s African assets could give Endeavour exposure to new regions such as Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo, it could also reintroduce exposure to Mali, where Endeavour has previously exited and may be reluctant to return. …
Barrick Mining weighs London listing as it negotiates Africa business sale, sources sayJoy Online
… and aligns resources and operational capacity with America’s national interests.” According to the memo, the 20 hubs to remain open for all processing are: Abidjan, Ivory Coast; Accra, Ghana; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Cape Town, South Africa; Dakar, Senegal; Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania …
US to drastically slash the number of embassies in Africa that can process visasJoy Online
… It mentioned countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, Zambia, and Angola, arguing that South Africa therefore bears a greater responsibility to uphold Pan-African values. …
Ghanaian activists petition AU to remove AfCFTA Secretary-General over SA xenophobia recordJoy Online
Ghana Black Queens have withdrawn from the upcoming three-nation women’s tournament scheduled to take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania during the June FIFA international window. …
WAFCON 2026: Black Queens pull out of preparatory three-nation tournamentOver 20 Ghanaian youth are participating in the 2026 International Festival of Youth in Ekaterinburg, Russia, where the CEO of the Ghana Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations says the event could unlock business partnerships, scholarships and joint ventures in entrepreneurship, technology, media, education and culture.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
Over 20 Ghanaian youth are participating in the 2026 International Festival of Youth in Ekaterinburg, Russia, where the CEO of the Ghana Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations says the event could unlock business partnerships, scholarships and joint ventures in entrepreneurship, technology, media, education and culture.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
About 10,000 young people from 191 countries, including representatives from 19 African nations, gathered in Ekaterinburg, Russia for the week-long 2026 International Festival of Youth (September 11–17), which provides a platform for young leaders to participate in activities covering media, entrepreneurship, science, education, technology, public administration, culture, sport and civic engagement.
6 hours ago · Joy Online →
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.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghanaian citizens can travel to at least 41 countries across Africa, the Caribbean and other regions without obtaining a visa in advance under visa waiver arrangements, though permitted stay durations vary—most offer up to 90 days, while Grenada, Maldives and Zambia allow 30 days.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Ghana Football Association vice-president George Afriyie says the Black Stars have "no business" failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Ghana faces Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, and Somalia in Group C, with the top two teams advancing; Afriyie also called for a fully operational Black Stars management structure ahead of the qualifiers.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
At the Africa Food Systems Forum in Rwanda, 24-year-old Ghanaian entrepreneur Fareeda Mustapha asked President Paul Kagame what governments must do to make agricultural and food systems a major engine of job creation for Africa's youth. Kagame called for policies that support young people and improve access to agricultural financing, saying governments must "de-risk" support mechanisms.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Billionaire Aliko Dangote is planning to build a $15–16 billion refinery in Lamu, Kenya, with a 700,000-barrel-per-day capacity and expected completion by 2030, but securing crude supply poses a challenge since Kenya currently has no commercial oil output, unlike Nigeria where Dangote's existing refinery operates.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President William Ruto established a deadline for unlicensed foreign traders to stop operations, citing widespread visa rule violations by visitors entering as tourists or investors who engaged in unauthorised retail work. Hundreds of Burundian nationals are securing travel documents to leave, though some face financial constraints; the UN estimates about 16,000 Burundian refugees and asylum seekers reside in Kenya, and Burundi's government has protested the enforcement measures.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kenya's trade ministry warned foreign nationals that visa-free entry does not permit work, as the government moves to shut down unlicensed small businesses run by foreigners. President William Ruto set a deadline for foreign small-scale traders to cease operations, citing concern that foreigners were entering as investors or tourists but engaging in retail and local trade in breach of their visa status.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Joheirry Mola Dominguez of the Dominican Republic won Miss World 2026 at the competition held in Vietnam on Saturday, competing against 111 contestants from around the world. Ghana's representative Rumzia Sule achieved recognition through her Beauty With a Purpose project, which made the Top 6 in Africa.
7 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Benin made their first World Cup appearance and earned a 2-2 draw against Mexico in their opening match, with 15-year-old Romaine Gandonou scoring twice to complete a comeback from two goals down. Tanzania were beaten 4-1 by Brazil in Bielsko-Biala, recovering briefly to equalize through a Winfrida Gerald penalty before being overpowered in the second half.
7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tanzania have announced they will face Ghana in an international friendly during September's international window, which will also see the start of 2027 AFCON qualifiers. Ghana will play Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia in their first two qualifying games before facing Tanzania.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Secretary of the Bureau of Ghana Languages told Parliament that Ghana should not adopt a single indigenous language as national language, fearing speakers of other languages would feel marginalized. The decision has effectively placed all Ghanaian languages beneath English, drawing debate on Facebook about linguistics, colonialism, tribalism, and politics.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Uber has shut down its operations in Nigeria and Uganda, citing a thorough business review. The move follows long-running complaints from Nigerian drivers about low app prices and high commission charges, as well as pressure from rival platforms; Uber says it remains committed to sub-Saharan Africa, where Egypt, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa are now its only operating markets.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second five-year term following a disputed August election in which he won 60% of the vote, while his main opponent Brian Mundubile (38%) has been detained on treason charges after alleging vote tampering. EU election observers raised concerns about vote tallying procedures, and security forces killed a former cabinet minister during a raid on a property linked to Mundubile the day after the poll.
2 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana and Nigeria have been drawn in the second round of the 2026 CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers for a place at the continental finals in Senegal. The tie will be decided over two legs in October, with the winner moving toward the finals in November and earning a direct ticket to the 2027 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup.
31 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Environmental Protection Authority says the ban on expanded polystyrene food containers is the first phase of a broader strategy to eliminate non-biodegradable single-use plastics, driven by scientific evidence on environmental and public health risks including drain blockages and threats to marine life.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
World-famous Malian musician Salif Keïta has cancelled performances at South Africa's Macufe festival next month, citing what he calls "xenophobic violence" against African migrants. The 77-year-old said he could not ignore reports of attacks on migrants seeking work, safety, and dignity.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Malian musician Salif Keïta has cancelled his performances at South Africa's Macufe festival next month, citing reports of xenophobic violence against African migrants. The 77-year-old said he could not ignore attacks on migrants seeking work, safety, and dignity, describing the cancellation as a rejection of hate.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
iLOTBET, a licensed online sports betting and casino platform in Ghana, is inviting bettors and gamers to register and earn up to GH₵10,000. The promotion is part of a strategy to strengthen the brand ahead of the 2026/27 English Premier League season and is restricted to users 18 and above.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Tanzania's ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi party expelled vice president Emmanuel Nchimbi days after his resignation, citing indiscipline. Nchimbi, who served for ten months, had urged citizens to "fight for a new constitution" and announced his departure via Instagram, stating he believed the president wanted changes.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ethiopia has formally submitted its bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, which would be its first in more than half a century. The bid faces obstacles including ongoing insurgencies in Amhara and Oromia states and threats of renewed civil war with the Tigray region.
26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ethiopia has submitted an official bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, backed by its government, but faces questions about whether it has enough stadiums meeting Confederation of African Football standards for a 24-team tournament. The country had just one approved stadium last season but is building a new international stadium in Addis Ababa.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Tanzania's Vice-President Emmanuel Nchimbi announced his resignation weeks after reports of a falling out with President Samia Suluhu Hassan, making him the first vice president in the nation's history to step down. Nchimbi, 54, said he was respecting the president's wishes and would retire from public life by the end of the following week, less than ten months after being sworn in alongside Hassan in November following an election in which at least 500 people died in post-poll unrest.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has prohibited the export of unrefined gold doré to move beyond supplying raw minerals and instead retain refining and processing activities within the country. The policy aims to formalize the gold-trading industry and ensure more value-generating activities occur locally rather than abroad.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Black Star International Film Festival's 11th edition will feature films from 11 countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, the United States, South Africa, Zimbabwe, China, Cameroon, Singapore, the Dominican Republic, and Russia. The festival takes place September 24–27, 2026 in Kumasi and follows submissions from 42 countries.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's malaria research network has called for sustained investment in disease surveillance and public health messaging, warning that while new prevention tools are emerging, gains against malaria remain fragile. According to WHO's World Malaria Report, the African region accounted for 94% of the world's estimated malaria cases and 95% of malaria deaths in 2024, with children under five accounting for roughly three-quarters of deaths in the region.
21 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko has expressed willingness to take charge of Ghana's national team if offered the position by the GFA. Ghana is currently without a substantive head coach following Carlos Queiroz's departure, with the Black Stars set to begin 2027 AFCON qualifier preparations in September.
18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Security forces in Zambia have arrested 11 people, including leading opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, allegedly involved in an insurrection plot involving foreign nationals and illegal military training camps. Authorities say they seized high-grade military weapons and ammunition; Mundubile described the raid as "an attempt on my life" and claimed colleagues were shot, while observers have raised concerns about media freedom and late electoral reforms ahead of the vote.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Zambian security forces have arrested 11 people, including senior opposition figures, allegedly involved in an insurrection plot and seized weapons. Leading opposition candidate Brian Mundubile was found at the scene of the raid in Lusaka and described it as "an attempt on my life," claiming colleagues were shot in his presence.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →