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Ghana claims foundational credit for Afrobeats despite Nigeria receiving global recognition as the genre's primary source. The West African nation points to its musical heritage through Highlife and Hiplife as essential building blocks for contemporary Afrobeats sound. Ghanaian artists like...

Ghanaian artist King Promise released his latest musical work following his recent Telecel Ghana Music Awards recognition as Artiste of the Year. The track titled See What We've Done combines English with local Twi language elements that highlight his heritage. Gregory Bortey Newman, the...

Gospel artist Piesie Esther revealed traumatic childhood memories during an appearance on AyeHu talk show broadcast by Hot 93.9FM in Accra. The award-winning musician described severe financial hardships that forced her family into difficult circumstances when she was young. Her father...

Ghanaian comedian Isaac Kofi Dzokpo advocates for immediate governmental intervention to revive the nation's struggling film sector. The entertainer believes that this dormant industry has tremendous potential for generating employment and promoting culture worldwide. Dzokpo emphasizes that...

Young flag performer Chief Justice accompanied Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II from the Oguaa Traditional Area to honor Otumfuo Osei Tutu II during the Asantehemaa funeral ceremonies on September 17. The Central Region's youngest flag artist delivered an impressive flag dance demonstration before the...

Kumawood veteran performer Agya Koo sparked political controversy through September 17, 2025 social media commentary regarding current national leadership. The entertainer claimed widespread public dissatisfaction exists with President John Dramani Mahama's administration. Citizens reportedly...

Nollywood actress Ibinabo Fiberesima announced that authorities apprehended the individual responsible for stealing N1.5 million from her Access Bank account through an unauthorized transaction. The producer confirmed this development when speaking with a Nigeria Daily Sun journalist after...

Gospel artist Brother Sammy encountered a devastating ministry ordeal during a church engagement in Mankessim, Central Region. The pastor approached him while performing and requested assistance with fundraising efforts for the congregation. Brother Sammy agreed to help and successfully...

Traditional priest Nana Kwaku Bonsam faced public scrutiny after security personnel prevented him from greeting Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II during a recent ceremony. The incident appeared in a viral video that sparked widespread debate about the fetish priest's spiritual authority. Pastor...

Ghanaian musician Justice Amoah, performing under the name Patapaa, has declared he will remain single following his divorce from German-Turkish woman Liha Miller. The artist attributes this decision to both his failed marriage experience and his religious beliefs. He argues that marriage does...

Uganda's Electoral Commission informed the National Unity Platform that insufficient signatures were submitted for presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi-Ssentamu's nomination. Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya expressed shock at the timing, just days before the deadline. The party had...

Certified guides at Sipi Falls report unauthorized individuals damage the attraction's reputation through fraudulent services. These unregistered operators target visitors along access paths and demand excessive payments for substandard tours. Tourists receive incorrect details about the...

Uganda's Special Forces Command will protect all presidential candidates during the 2026 election campaign. Electoral Commission spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi announced that nominations will occur on Tuesday and Wednesday next week. The military maintains that presidential aspirants qualify as...

FC Platinum mourns the death of teenage footballer Perfector Shoko, who passed away Friday morning at age 17. The Under-19 squad member allegedly ingested a toxic substance Thursday evening before medical personnel transported him to a local healthcare facility. Hospital staff treated the young...

Armed criminals invaded a Rangemore residence during early morning hours on September 19. Three suspects forced entry at approximately 6AM while a 29-year-old woman cleaned her yard. The attackers dragged her inside at gunpoint and demanded access to the main bedroom. They scalded multiple...

Zimbabwe's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education filed internal charges against eleven senior officers who serve as witnesses in corruption proceedings involving Masvingo Provincial Director Shylatte Mhike. Permanent Secretary Moses Mhike initiated these charges two weeks ago despite...

President Mnangagwa distributed Ford Ranger vehicles to Central Committee members at State House yesterday. The Zanu PF First Secretary emphasized that recipients serve as custodians rather than personal owners of these assets. Party officials received the first batch of thirty double-cab...

Tanzania's election commission reversed its weekend approval of opposition leader Luhaga Mpina on Monday. The commission blocked Mpina from competing in next month's presidential race for the second time. This decision eliminates the head of Tanzania's second-largest opposition group from the...

Malawi conducts presidential elections on Tuesday, featuring incumbent Lazarus Chakwera against former leader Peter Mutharika. The ballot contains seventeen candidates, yet analysts focus on these two main contenders who previously faced each other in 2019. Courts nullified that earlier contest...

Tredgold Magistrates Court found Brian Busani Moyo guilty of defrauding Highlanders Football Club during a player acquisition scheme. The 54-year-old former chief executive received an 18-month suspended prison sentence with multiple conditions attached to his release. Magistrates required Moyo...