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Ebo Taylor obituary

Ghanaian guitarist, arranger, singer-songwriter and cult hero who rose to fame outside Africa only late in life

The Guardian - UK

“The world has lost a giant. A colossus of African music”: Ebo Taylor, celebrated Ghanaian guitarist and highlife music pioneer, dies at 90

Across numerous albums and collaborations, Taylor cemented his position as one of the foremost proponents of highlife, afrobeat and West African music

Guitar World

Guess the Country Behind These 7 Unique Valentine’s Day Traditions

Valentine’s Day is known globally as a celebration of love, but did you know not every country celebrates it on February 14 or in the same way? Some cultures exchange chocolates, others give carved wooden spoons, and some even have holidays for the loveless to reflect on singlehood. Across the…

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Activists in Ghana are forcing extractive firms to account for the harm they cause – corporate abuse study

Ghana has a long history of resource extraction that has caused socioeconomic and ecological harm. The mining of gold, stones, sand and salt has displaced people, polluted the environment and destroyed livelihoods. It’s commonly believed that this continues to happen, with impunity.

The Conversation

Clergy wives in Ghana can be powerful – but it takes constant bargaining with men

There is a story in the Bible of a sick woman who held on to the cloak of Jesus amid an impenetrable crowd. She did get her healing, as Jesus immediately felt the loss of power from within himself. However, he did not rebuke the woman for his loss. Rather,…

The Conversation

Ebo Taylor, Ghanaian highlife pioneer and guitarist, dies age 90

Taylor, who did for Ghanaian music what his friend Fela Kuti did for Nigeria, has been called the greatest rhythm guitarist in history

The Guardian - UK

YouTuber IShowSpeed set to receive Ghanaian passport after Africa tour

Global YouTube sensation IShowSpeed is set to receive a Ghanaian passport following his popular "Speed Does Africa" tour. Ghana's foreign minister lauded the influencer for positively showcasing the nation and continent. The 21-year-old's unfiltered streams have garnered millions of viewers, promoting a more relatable image of Africa, though the passport…

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WATCH: iShowSpeed pulls off dangerous backflip at Ghana’s Black Star Square during live stream

American streamer iShowSpeed thrilled fans by performing a daring backflip next to Ghana's Black Star monument on January 26, 2026. The stunt occurred during his Africa tour's final show at Black Star Square, showcasing his adventurous streaming style. While fans celebrated his bravery, the risky move near the historical landmark…

The Times of India

Global demand for shea butter is growing: but it’s not all good news for the women who collect the nuts

Shea butter has become a highly sought-after ingredient in cosmetics and food manufacturing worldwide. Since the early 2000s its use as a substitute for cocoa butter has driven a dramatic rise in international demand. The shea butter industry has grown by more than 600% over the last 20 years.

The Conversation

Ghana collects half the blood it needs – digital approaches can improve that

It is late, the ward is crowded, and the clock is moving faster than everyone would like. A doctor has stabilised the patient as best they can, but one thing is missing – blood.

The Conversation

Africa's $4.8 Billion Live Events Problem: Why Governments Are Rewriting the Rules

Across Africa, governments are increasingly deploying live events as tools of tourism growth, youth-economy activation, and global brand positioning. Ghana reported US$4.8 billion in tourism receipts in 2024.

International Business Times

‘There’s nothing better on TV’: behind the scenes of Industry, the high-stakes finance drama that has everyone hooked

Created by two uni mates whose last gig was a David Hasselhoff comedy, the series has become a star-making transatlantic hit. Now it’s back for a high-stakes new season that heads everywhere from Ghana to Sunderland

The Guardian - UK

Ghanaian celebrities are dealing with mental illness stigma behind closed doors – why speaking up matters

Imagine living in a country where talking openly about depression or anxiety can cost you your job, your reputation, or even your freedom. That is still the reality in Ghana, where mental illness is often explained in spiritual terms, and seeking help can mean being taken to a prayer camp…

The Conversation

Pep Guardiola wants to use Antoine Semenyo’s passion in Man City’s trophy drive

The Ghana international arrives at a key point in City’s season with the club still competing on all fronts.

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Will Antoine Semenyo Make Man City Debut vs. Exeter?

The Ghanaian’s consistent brilliance for Bournemouth has been richly rewarded.

Evening Standard

Man City announce £62.5m Antoine Semenyo signing from Bournemouth

Ghana star picked Man City over rival suitors Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham

The Independent UK

Manchester City sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth for £62.5m

The Ghana winger has scored 10 goals and provided three assists for the Cherries in the Premier League this season.

The Independent UK

Man City agree Antoine Semenyo fee below Bournemouth release clause

The Cherries will bank a £62.5m fee with the Ghana international shining this term under Andoni Iraola

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The Independent UK

Antoine Semenyo nets late winner against Spurs in likely Bournemouth farewell

The Ghana international is expected to join Manchester City in this transfer window

International Business Times UK

'Apocalypse Delayed': Ghana Prophet Buys Luxury Car with Ark Donations – Followers Furious

Self‑proclaimed Ghana prophet Ebo Noah postpones Christmas flood prophecy, amid anger over alleged Mercedes bought with ark donations.

Radio France Internationale

Young West Africans held captive in Ghana in Canadian visa scams

Several families in Senegal say that a number of young people from the north of the country have been held captive in Ghana for several weeks. Lured by the prospect of work visas for Canada, they allegedly fell into the hands of a criminal network. RFI spoke to one of…

The Conversation

Apongo was a rebel leader in Jamaica – a diary entry sheds light on his west African origins

For over three centuries, between 1526 and 1866, at least 10.5 million Africans were forcibly trafficked to the Americas in the transatlantic slave trade. Over half of them (with known places of departure) left from a 3,000km stretch of the west African coast between what are today Senegal and Gabon.

Evening Standard

Chelsea make Antoine Semenyo transfer decision after opening talks over £65m January move

The Blues have held a longstanding interest in the Ghana international

Evening Standard

Craig Richards defeats Dan Azeez with brutal knockout in historic Ghana event

Britons collided in a huge moment for African boxing

The Independent UK

Ghana ‘overlooks marginalised women’ in landmark fisheries bill

IN FOCUS: Climate change, overfishing, and aid cuts are all impacting Ghana’s fishing sector, writes Nick Ferris. A new bill designed to safeguard against these threats is accused of ignoring the work of women in the sector, who make up 60 per cent of the workforce

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