Twenty-two (22) youth ambassadors from the Greater Accra, Ashanti, and Eastern Regions have been inducted into the 2025 Ghana Science and Tech Explorer Prize (GSTEP) Youth Steering Group (YSG). The induction ceremonies, held regionally, welcomed these young leaders who will play pivotal roles in supporting junior high school teams participating in the GSTEP Challenge. The…
In a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing digital skills and employability among Ghanaian students and professionals, the Ghana Communication Tehnology University (GCTU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft Skills for Jobs, and 0800Africa. The agreement, signed at a ceremony at GCTU, on Thursday, November 7, 2024, formalizes a collaboration that will bring…
Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” extends its reign atop the Billboard Hot 100 for an 18th consecutive week, edging closer to a historic milestone. The track, released under American Dogwood/EMPIRE, is just one week away from potentially tying the all-time record set by Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” featuring Billy Ray Cyrus, which ruled…
A new digital payment system for SASSA grants promises to transform the lives of millions of needy South Africans. With 45% of the nation receiving a South African Social Security Agency grant, accessing billions in funds each month provides a significant logistical challenge. That’s why there’s a new digital payment system for SASSA grants from EasyPay…
Lisa from Blackpink has finally unveiled her debut solo album, Alter Ego. Fans worldwide, including BLINKs and Lilies, are buzzing with excitement. The album is set to release on 28 February 2025. LISA’S DEBUT ALBUM With Lisa’s trailblazing success as a solo artist, anticipation is through the roof. Her agency, Lloud, announced the…
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor Dr. Ernest Addison highlighted the strategic importance of the Central Bank’s new $250 million headquarters during its commissioning ceremony in Accra on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. In his address, President Akufo-Addo lauded the Bank of Ghana for its vision in creating a facility…
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has appealed for the urgent payment of GH¢110.46 million to facilitate the smooth completion of post-examination processes towards the release of the 2024 WASSCE results. The amount represents the balance of the GH¢186.44 million that was required to conduct the examination, including marking and release of the results. Advertisement…
Patrons of this year’s Rhythms On Da Runway will have an unforgettable experience as top-brass of Ghana’s music industry take the stage to entertain them. This year’s Rhythms On Da Runway dubbed the Kente Edition will take place at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre on November 30, 2024. Kente is a Ghanaian textile…
A Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) test has revealed that Vinicius Jr., the Brazil and Real Madrid star winger, has ancestral roots in Cameroon. The test conducted by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) in partnership with AfricanAncestry.com on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Fonte Nova revealed that the player’s ancestry is rooted in the Tikar tribe of Cameroon….
Rafael Nadal said he has left both a sporting and personal legacy after retiring from professional tennis on Tuesday at the Davis Cup. The 38-year-old was beaten in the opening singles rubber of the quarter-finals as Netherlands defeated Spain 2-1 to reach the final four. Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam winner, enjoyed a glittering and…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reportedly agreed to a new one-year contract extension, with an option for a further year until 2027. The deal, expected to be announced in the coming days, would secure Guardiola’s tenure at the club beyond his current contract, which expires at the end of this season. The 53-year-old Spaniard,…
J Cole has released his debut mixtape, “The Come Up Vol. 1”, on streaming platforms for the first time since its original 2007 debut, reigniting excitement among fans and hip hop enthusiasts. The mixtape, widely regarded as the starting point of Cole’s rise to stardom, has been made available alongside the launch of “Inevitable”, a…
Rising South African actor Joshwin Dyson is stepping into the supernatural as he stars in the upcoming Showmax Original series, “Spooksoeker,” set to premiere on December 5. Based on François Bloemhof’s popular young adult novels, the show follows 15-year-old Warno Alberts (Rico Immelman) as he discovers his ghost-banishing abilities. Dyson, who plays Allies, Warno’s fiercely…
Tyla is set to appear in American singer Sabrina Carpenter‘s upcoming star-studded Christmas special, which will premiere on Netflix this festive season. “A Nonsense Christmas” is a musical special by Carpenter that will stream exclusively on Netflix. According to Tudum by Netflix, this holiday special will showcase pop icon Carpenter performing songs from her holiday…
American rapper Jack Harlow has been busy. Harlow announced via social media that his newest single, “Hello Miss Johnson”, will be dropping on Thursday, November 21. The rapper didn’t release any other details about the new single but it is available to pre-save on streaming services. This is Harlow’s first single since he released “Lovin’…
Online marketplace, Jiji, has said its ongoing efforts at strengthening the platform to make it more resilient reflect its adaptability to market trends. It restated its commitment to delivering a superior shopping experience. Its Regional Head of PR & Marketing, Majolie Obaje spoke after the company bagged “Best Retail Organisation in Range Excellence” award at…
