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HISTORICAL FACTS: Ghana - The Untold Story

Quote of the day by Nico Williams: "I run very fast, but I can't run as fast as my mother. Because she once escaped death and…" - an emotional tribute to his mother, the extraordinary journey behind his success and the sacrifices that shaped a football star

Spanish footballer Nico Williams honored his mother after Euro 2024 victory. He gave his medal to her, recognizing her difficult journey. His mother escaped death and crossed the Sahara Desert from Ghana to Spain. This arduous migration paved the way for his and his brother's careers. Williams highlighted his mother's…

The Times of India

TikToker Jailed After Falsely Claiming Ghana's President Sacrificed 32 Cows To Win Election

A Ghanaian TikToker has been jailed for one year after admitting to publishing false claims that President John Mahama sacrificed 32 cows to win the 2024 election.

International Business Times UK

‘We are preserving a tradition’: how Ghana’s sensationalist film posters became collectible art

Hand-painted works are often wildly unfaithful to the movies they portray – reinterpretations that sometimes resulted in threats, insults and even physical attacks from viewers who felt duped

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Nine African countries see UK aid slashed by more than 80% as ‘devastating’ cuts laid bare

A number of long-standing UK partners in Africa – including Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, and Mozambique – are seeing their UK aid relationship virtually eliminated, or reduced to £5m or less

The Independent UK

What helps young children learn? Adults who take an interest in their homework and reading

Across Ghana, thousands of children start formal schooling every year full of promise. Yet many struggle to master basic reading and numeracy skills in the early grades.

The Conversation

ITV star Parveen Ashraf returns to social media with emotional post after revealing husband killed during robbery

The culinary star’s husband of 38 years died after being caught up in a robbery in Ghana

Evening Standard

It takes a village: How community can be a lifeline for improving child and family well-being

You have likely heard the saying “it takes a village to raise a child” before. Although its exact origins are unknown, it is often ascribed to an African proverb because it embodies the collective spirit of many African cultures.

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Tourist visa fees: What EU travellers can expect to pay around the world

Bhutan, Ghana and Nigeria charge visitors the most for their tourist visas, with the Sustainable Tourism Fee for the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’ set at $100 (€87.60) per person per night.

Euronews

What Ghana’s World Cup ‘juju man’ tells us about sport and spirituality in Africa

One of the most notable figures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup emerged during Ghana’s first match of the tournament: the “juju man,” Kailani Ibrahim Kpa, who was famously seen blowing white powder into the air during the game.

The Conversation

India among 4 countries with largest number of cities at-risk from extreme heat, analysis finds

India, Pakistan, Nigeria, and Ghana host many cities at extreme heat risk. Over ninety-five percent of these at-risk cities are in Asia and Africa. Vulnerability and limited coping capacity significantly amplify heat risk for urban populations. Many major cities face extreme heat coinciding with high vulnerability and limited coping capacity.…

The Economic Times

Morocco set a proud example for Africa as France await at World Cup

The 2022 World Cup semi-finalists have delighted fans at home and set an example to other sides beset with off-field problems

The Guardian - UK

How a giant meteor strike created Ghana's Lake Bosumtwi and its rich gold deposits

Seen from space, Lake Bosumtwi appears as a near-perfect blue circle surrounded by lush forest in southern Ghana. Revered by the local Ashanti people as the "Lake of Souls", it is far more than a scenic landmark. Around one million years ago, a colossal meteorite slammed into the Earth, carving…

The Times of India

Egypt's World Cup dream fades after losing to Argentina

In tonight's edition, Egypt were seconds away from a historic triumph against Argentina, only to watch their dream vanish in the cruelest fashion. Also, media in Ghana claim the government has rebuffed Cyril Ramaphosa's request for a state visit over xenophobic attacks. And a single photograph has reignited one of…

France 24

Lionel Messi sets unwanted World Cup record in Argentina’s clash with Egypt

Argentina captain Lionel Messi had his penalty saved by Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir in the first half of their last-16 World Cup clash on Tuesday. Egypt had taken the lead in the 15th minute through Yasser Ibrahim, but Argentina had the chance to equalise from the penalty spot shortly afterwards.…

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Best fans at the World Cup? How Colombia’s support powered the team to success

Néstor Lorenzo’s side face Switzerland in Vancouver on Tuesday and will be hoping for the same backing that has shocked opponents so far

Radio France Internationale

The Netherlands and Germany pledge return of 2,000 artefacts to Ghana

Ghana is set to receive around 2,000 looted artefacts from the Netherlands and Germany, in one of the largest cultural restitution efforts involving the West African nation to date.

France 24

World Cup 2026 : Cape Verde miss out on greatest upset

Newcomers Cape Verde almost created the upset of the century by forcing the reigning champions Argentina into extra time, unfortunately the blue sharks conceded in extra time. Argentina will therefore face Egypt in the round of 16. There was not much in it between Australia's Socceroos' and the Egyptian Pharoes,…

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Colombia squeeze into World Cup last-16 with slender win over Ghana

Colombia 1-0 Ghana: Jhon Arias scored the only goal of a close contest as the South American side progressed

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Colombia outwit Ghana to advance to last 16 at 2026 World Cup

Jhon Arias scored the only goal of the game as Colombia edged past Ghana 1-0 to progress to a last 16 showdown with Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup.

Bangkok Post

Colombia edge Ghana 1-0 to set up Switzerland showdown

KANSAS CITY, Missouri - Jhon Arias scored the only goal as Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 in sweltering conditions in Kansas City on Friday to reach the World Cup ‌last 16, continuing a quietly impressive campaign that has established them as dangerous outsiders.

The Economic Times

Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 to set up Switzerland showdown

In a thrilling yet tense match, Jhon Arias secured a key early goal that led Colombia to a 1-0 triumph over Ghana in the scorching Kansas City heat, ensuring their passage to the World Cup knockout stage. Colombia's staunch defense proved effective, maintaining an unbeaten streak, much to the excitement…

The Guardian - AU

Jhon Arias goal sends Colombia into last 16 as Ghana bow out of World Cup

Jhon Arias scored the only goal of the game in the first half in Kansas City to send Colombia through to a last-16 clash with Switzerland

France 24

World Cup 2026: Colombia secure last 16 spot with narrow victory over Ghana

Colombia booked their place in the last 16 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City. Jhon Arias' early goal proved decisive as the Cafeteros dominated proceedings but failed to add to their advantage, ultimately holding on through Ghana's second-half pressure. Colombia will take on Switzerland on Tuesday.

France 24

Colombia–Ghana: Arias fires Cafeteros past Black Stars to reach World Cup last 16

Colombia secured the final last 16 berth at the World Cup 2026 with a 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City, claiming the last remaining Round of 16 spot. The Cafeteros' hard-fought triumph sees them advance to face Switzerland next Tuesday. Relive the match via our liveblog.

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Colombia vs. Ghana—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats

The 88th match of the 2026 World Cup concludes the round of 32 stage.

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