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The daughter of Ghana's first president has announced her family's return to their ancestral home after decades away, bringing a message of healing and hope. Samia Nkrumah says they're ready to preserve her father's vision and help build Ghana's future.
The daughter of Ghana's first president has returned to her ancestral home after decades away, bringing with her a mission to heal, unite, and inspire the next generation. After years of trauma following her father's assassination attempt, the family is ready to rebuild.
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park in Ghana welcomed 266,000 visitors last year and earned approximately $600,000, showing strong growth despite fewer visitors than 2024. The historic site is now targeting 600,000 visitors in 2026 after major upgrades.
Okyeame Kwame's reggae track "Clap" is winning hearts across Ghana by teaching kids and adults to celebrate everyone's success, even their rivals'. The upbeat song went viral for its simple message: good things happen when we cheer for each other.
Ghana and the United States marked 65 years of Peace Corps partnership, honoring thousands of volunteers who've served in remote communities since 1961. The West African nation was the first country to welcome Peace Corps volunteers under a historic agreement between Presidents Kennedy and Nkrumah.
After 18 years of free health screenings and advocacy, Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame earns official recognition as National Hepatitis Ambassador. His decades of service across health, trade, and culture prove celebrities can build lasting national impact.
Okyeame Kwame is celebrating his 50th birthday by building a pediatric emergency center at Manhyia District Hospital in Kumasi. The music icon will host a star-studded concert to fund the project that could save countless young lives.
Ghana's Armed Forces is investigating after soldiers assaulted and detained journalist Solomon Kwame Kanaluwe over a parking dispute, raising hopes for greater accountability. A leading media watchdog is calling this swift response a positive first step toward protecting press freedom.
After losing her friend to an asthma attack caused by burning trash, Shaddai Empress Molson Gattor became one of six young Ghanaians working to save lives by making invisible air pollution visible. Together, they're training communities, teaching children, and building the data platforms that could protect millions across West Africa.
Cybersecurity experts are reporting fewer scam cases in Ghana thanks to coordinated efforts by the Communications Minister and security agencies. The progress shows how government action can protect citizens from digital fraud.
A new university in Ghana's underserved Savannah Region just got fully funded through a $30 million grant from China. The project marks a major step toward educational equity in a region that's long waited for its own higher learning institution.
Ghana and China signed a $30 million grant to build a university in Damongo, expanding access to higher education for thousands of students. The agreement strengthens a partnership that dates back over 60 years.
A $30 million grant from China will help build a new university in Damongo, Ghana, expanding educational opportunities in the region. The agreement strengthens a partnership between the two nations that dates back decades.
Ghana's capital is mobilizing residents, businesses, and community leaders for National Sanitation Day on April 18, targeting the city's busiest neighborhoods in a massive public health push. The Accra Metropolitan Assembly is turning clean streets into a shared mission that brings everyone together.
Abdul Rahman Muniru had his Dubai visa ready when he heard about a farm training program that changed everything. Now 32 young Ghanaians are launching agriculture businesses instead of leaving home.
When Ethiopian forces defeated Italy's colonial army at the Battle of Adwa in 1896, they didn't just win independence. They sparked hope across the entire African diaspora that colonialism could be beaten.
Hundreds of young Ghanaians gathered at a national conference where they were challenged to stop waiting for permission to lead and start shaping their country's future today. The powerful message: you don't need a title or gray hair to make a difference.
A Ghanaian entrepreneur who started selling cars in 2010 now runs one of West Africa's largest vehicle assembly plants. President Mahama called Zonda Tec's growth a "remarkable success story" at the opening of its third expansion phase.
The Asantehene of Ghana is calling on the government to complete a critical teaching hospital by year's end, a project that will train medical students and bring specialized healthcare to thousands. After years of delays, Parliament has finally approved the funding to finish the first phase.
Oheneba Yaw Boamah built a celebrated menswear brand by making intentional choices from secondary school through today. His message to young entrepreneurs: stop waiting for luck and start positioning yourself for the career you want.
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