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Ghana's First Lady Lordina Mahama shared a special message about her husband on Father's Day. She wrote the tribute on Facebook Sunday to honor President John Dramani Mahama. Mrs. Mahama thanked him for being a great father and strong leader. She praised his love and support for their family...

President John Dramani Mahama announced plans for a new public university during his visit to the Savannah Region. He wants to give more students chances to attend college and help areas that need development. The president spoke at a community meeting where people cheered his announcement. He...

Parliament's Minority Caucus attacked the NDC government after Ghana Revenue Authority stopped the Energy Sector Levies Amendment Act. Officials called the fuel tax the Dumsor Levy and planned to start it June 16. The tax would have raised money to pay energy debts and cover sector problems...

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami kicked off the new Club World Cup with a 0-0 tie against Al Ahly from Egypt. Heavy security surrounded the Hard Rock Stadium after problems at last year's Copa America final. Police officers checked bags and patted down fans before they could enter the venue. Miami...

Suriname wants to flip the script on football history. Players from this small South American nation helped the Netherlands win major tournaments for 30 years. Stars like Frank Rijkaard and Virgil van Dijk made Dutch soccer great with their Surinamese roots. The tiny country watched its children...

Ghana defender Mohammed Salisu wants to leave AS Monaco during the summer transfer window. French media reports confirm the 26-year-old center-back plans to find a new team. He joined Monaco from Southampton during summer 2023 but struggled through his first season. Injuries kept him away from...

Chelsea fans will watch their new star at the Club World Cup but he plays for Palmeiras first. Brazil winger Estevao Willian joins Chelsea this summer after a £29 million deal from May 2024. The Brazilian club kept him for their tournament run before his move to London. Both teams could meet...

Tottenham bought French striker Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich for good. The team paid around £30 million for the 20-year-old player who will sign a six-year deal. Tel joined Spurs during January on loan with a buying option set at £45 million. The club talked down the price and saved money on...

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino says players cannot choose when they want to play for their country. AC Milan star Christian Pulisic asked to skip the Gold Cup but wanted to play two friendly matches first. Pochettino decided against letting the 26-year-old forward join the team for...

Ghana's Right to Dream Academy beat FIFA at the Court of Arbitration for Sport over money from Ernest Nuamah's transfer. The court said FIFA made a mistake about which club should receive development fees from the player's €25 million move. Right to Dream trained Nuamah during his teenage years...

Thomas Partey won Player of the Year at the Ghana Football Awards Saturday night. The Arsenal midfielder beat other top players for the honor at the Grand Arena. Officials held the seventh annual ceremony at the Accra International Conference Centre. Partey earned recognition after playing great...

Paris Saint-Germain begins their Club World Cup campaign Sunday night against Atletico Madrid at the Rose Bowl. The French team won the Champions League just two weeks ago and wants a fifth trophy this season. PSG faces teams from Brazil and Seattle after their opening match. The tournament...

Bibiani GoldStars won their first Ghana Premier League title ever. The team beat Accra Lions 4-0 to secure the championship. They celebrated at home against Medeama SC with a 0-0 draw that sealed their victory. Players and coaches received medals before lifting the trophy. Fans cheered loudly as...

Harare city officials started tough action against tenants who refuse to pay rent and service fees. The campaign targets people who owe more than ZiG500 million across Dzivarasekwa and the business district. Water supplies will be cut off first before health inspectors close buildings under...

Zola moved from Zimbabwe to Britain, hoping for better work opportunities through the care sector visa program. The 45-year-old woman paid thousands of pounds for sponsorship and training but found herself homeless and deeply in debt. Care companies promised good jobs and housing, but delivered...

A Mazowe woman received a 15-year prison sentence for attacking an 11-year-old girl sexually. The 33-year-old defendant told the child she needed to check her virginity on behalf of the mother. Bindura Regional Magistrates Court delivered the judgment Friday after hearing shocking testimony. The...

Zanu PF captured both seats during weekend by-elections across two constituencies. The ruling party candidates won clear victories against independent challengers and smaller opposition groups. Zimbabwe Electoral Commission officials confirmed the results after counting finished at polling...

Chinese doctors from Hunan Province have helped Zimbabwe's hospitals for 40 years. More than 200 medical workers served the southern African nation since 1985. Team leader Zheng Xingyou leads 11 doctors who arrived from top Chinese hospitals during March. One traditional medicine expert worked...

Zimbabwe made movie history when RISE became the first film from the country accepted at New York's famous Tribeca Festival. Jessica J Rowlands wrote and directed the short film that premiered on June 8, 2025. Cast members Tongayi Chirisa, Sikhanyiso Ngwenya, and Joe Njagu joined Rowlands at the...

Army general Anselem Sanyatwe sparked debate about who might replace President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The sports minister praised wealthy businessman Kuda Tagwirei during a weekend rally. Sanyatwe told supporters that Tagwirei respects military leaders and stays loyal to them. He pointed at...