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South African jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim dies at 91
Abdullah Ibrahim, who helped define a genre of South African jazz music, has died at the age of 91, his family has said. He “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family in Germany, after a short illness”, according to a statement released on behalf of the family. His “creations honoured the South Africa that shape...

27th TGMA: Don’t be bothered — Obaapa Christy tells fans after nomination snub
Gospel musician Obaapa Christy has kept her spirits high despite missing out on nominations at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). Addressing her fans, she urged them not to be concerned about the snub. She noted that while awards and recognition are appreciated, they have never been her primary focus. Her miss...

I voted for NDC; I like everything about Mahama – Kumchacha
Founder and leader of Heaven’s Gate Ministries, Prophet Nicholas Osei, popularly known as Kumchacha, has openly declared that he voted for President John Dramani Mahama, a decision he has since not regretted. Speaking on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz with Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio, the outspoken preacher said his admirati...

Football fever grips Kwahu as Adom returns with intense Easter matches at Tafo park
The Tafo Games take centre stage today at the 2026 Adom Kwahu Easter, bringing together eight communities in a competitive all-play football schedule at Kwahu Tafo. The teams have been drawn into two groups: Group A: Bepong, Mpraeso, Pitiku, Kwahu TafoGroup B: Nkawkaw, Nteso, Nkwatia, Atibie The action-packed fixture l...

Kojo RYCHY recounts journey of belief and resilience in new song ‘REPORT’
Fast-rising Ghanaian artiste Kojo RYCHY has joined forces with rapper Ypee on a new single titled ‘REPORT’, a song he describes as a personal testimony of resilience, belief and unexpected support. The Kumasi-based musician, who began his journey from Ejisu Kwaso, says music became a serious pursuit after he and his se...

BHIM Band calls for recognition of backing vocalists and bands in Ghana’s music industry
The BHIM Band is urging stakeholders in Ghana’s music industry to give greater recognition to bands, backing vocalists, and instrumentalists, saying their contributions to the success of many hit songs continue to be overlooked. Speaking to JoyNews on the E Vibes Musical Band Series, members of the award-winning live b...

Check out 10 footballers who could be at their last World Cup
With the knockout stages under way, here are top 10 players who could be appearing at their last World Cup. 1) Lionel Messi, Argentina – Best finish: Winner (2022) It speaks volumes of the man that Messi is that he did not step away from international football in 2022 after winning the World Cup at […]

“Allah will ban her from coming”: Nigerian man urges boycott of Tyla’s concert over xenophobia
A Nigerian man has stirred debate on social media after calling on citizens to boycott South African singer Tyla’s upcoming concert in Nigeria over recurring xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa. In a viral video, the man urged Nigerians not to purchase tickets for the concer...

From Tyla to Drake: Barack Obama shares favourite songs of summer 2026
Former U.S. President Barack Obama has unveiled his highly anticipated 2026 Summer Playlist, serving fans another eclectic mix of songs spanning Afrobeats, R&B, hip-hop, soul, rock, jazz and gospel. Sharing the playlist on social media, Obama revealed that this year’s selection opens with “Song of Good Hope” by Irish s...

President Mahama celebrates 34th wedding anniversary with loved-up photos of Lordina
President John Dramani Mahama has given Ghanaians another glimpse into his softer side, celebrating his wife, First Lady Lordina Mahama, with a heartfelt message and a collection of romantic photos as they marked 34 years of marriage. The loved-up images captured the couple smiling, embracing and sharing tender moments...

Ohemaa Mercy, Joe Beecham, MOGmusic and others to minister at “Born to Prophesy 2026”
Award-winning gospel artistes Ohemaa Mercy, Joe Beecham and MOGmusic are among a host of ministers set to perform at the 2026 edition of the Born to Prophesy (BTP) Home Coming Edition in Accra. The week-long Christian conference, hosted by Prophet Emmanuel Adjei, will take place from August 2 to August 9, 2026, at Pray...

It’s not like sleeping in your room — Miracles Aboagye recounts EOCO experience
For the first time since his release from the custody of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD), Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has spoken candidly about what it felt like to be behind locked doors. Reflecting on...