Ghana
Putin's arrest warrant threatens his battle for a continent
Russia and the U.S. have both been trying to win over African nations. A warrant for the Russian president's arrest may have given the U.S. an edge.
Marburg virus outbreak: Tanzania announces spread of deadly disease
The virus is a close relative of Ebola and causes very similar symptoms, including hemorrhaging and organ failure.
Social Media Giants Must Speak Out Against LGBTQ Persecution in Ghana
The time to speak out is now, before the worst-case scenario comes to pass.
How NFTs could save the planet
A new project is raising money for a rewilding project in the Ghanaian forest with crypto assets at a time when the cryptocurrency market is in freefall.
Meek Mill deletes music video shot in presidential palace after backlash
Meek Mill used a drone to shoot the video over the high-security building, which led Ghanaians to complain about preferential treatment for foreigners
Vic Mensa hopes Black Star Line festival will beckon U.S. artists to Africa
The Chicago rapper could not stand artists skipping Africa on their world tours, and decided to show the music industry it could be done.
Passenger shocked to find flight attendant daughter working on her flight
The video has been watched by more than 206,000 people, one user said: "She must have been so proud so sweet to see this."
Video of Ghana fan yelling at Korea supporters at World Cup viewed 4m times
A Ghana fan has gone viral after trolling South Korean fans in the moments after the African side had taken the lead in their vital FIFA World Cup clash
The witch camps where hundreds of elderly women are left to die
Women still accused of witchcraft today are forced to flee to camps, where they suffer deplorable conditions.
Lion Mauls Man at Ghana Zoo After Alleged Attempt to Steal Cub
The man is suspected to have targeted the cubs due to their rare status as white lions.
Man 'Chopped Off' His Own Penis While Dreaming About 'Slaughtering a Goat'
Kofi Atta's wife arrived home and found him "sitting on a chamber pot full of blood, with his penis in his hand," according to reports.
First Infant Dies From Marburg Outbreak, Virus Related to Ebola
The infant was the son of one of the virus's first victims in Ghana, with its mother also testing positive.
Terror As Delta Plane Forced to U-Turn Mid-Atlantic Over Fuel Emergency
"I felt like I was gonna die. The honest truth," a YouTuber told Newsweek after his flight was unexpectedly turned around mid-flight.
Black or Asian Pope Tipped To Succeed Francis if He Resigns
Bookmakers see Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle from the Philippines and Ghanaian Cardinal Peter Turkson as the front-runners to lead the Catholic Church should Pope Francis decide to step down.
China Votes With Russia As UN Security Council Smacks Down Ukraine Motion
While China and Russia voted in favor of the draft introduced on Wednesday, the remaining 13 UN Security Council members abstained.
Woman Gives Birth on Transatlantic Flight to D.C. With Doctor's Help
The baby was delivered with the help of a doctor who just happened to be on the flight and a member of the crew who has been trained as a nurse.
Watch Rescuer Claim to Save Dog Moments Before Being Slaughtered for Meat
Jonny Preston, also known as Jonathan Cossu, is a controversial figure in the animal rescue community who says he found the dog at a slaughterhouse in Bolgatanga, Ghana.
Ghana to Fine Airlines $3500 Per Unvaxxed COVID Traveler, May Refuse Entry
Ghana announced new regulations after 60% of new COVID-19 infections over the past two weeks came from the airport. Unvaxxed travelers to be fined $3,500.
Enormous Owl Finally Photographed After Eluding Ecologists for 150 Years
Shelley's Eagle Owl, though to be the biggest owl in Africa's rainforests, is notoriously hard to spot and sightings are often unconfirmed.
How Queen Danced With Ghana's President Months After Civil Rights Bus Bomb
Queen Elizabeth II showed her commitment to racial diversity when she danced with Ghana's president in 1961—at the height of the civil rights movement in America.
Woman Says Airline Gave Her Fake COVID Results to Allow Her to Fly
The airline rejected the passenger's own test results before giving her new results without performing a test.
Beyoncé Celebrates Ghana in 'Already' Video From 'Black Is King'
On the song, Beyoncé teams up with Ghanian singer Shatta Wale and fans are loving the collaboration.
Ghana Minister Invites African-americans to Re-settle in Africa
During a memorial in Accra for the killing of George Floyd, Barbara Oteng Gyasi said her country would welcome its diaspora.
COVID-19 is a Chance for Africa to Have Its Own Marshall Plan
Africa does not need more foreign aid. Aid does not build strong societies. Africa needs a strong foundation to allow African societies to bring forward their own creativity and enterprise—like Europe was invited to do after World War Two.
Ilhan Omar Posts Picture With Pelosi in Africa: 'She Went Back With Me'
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi traveled to Ghana and swiped at President Donald Trump's recent "go back" rhetoric.
Inside Ghana: A Tale of Love, Loss and Slavery
Author Ayesha Harruna Attah fell in love with her homeland Ghana during a summer trip to visit her grandparents in the country's northern savannah.
Statue of 'racist' Gandhi Toppled at University
"If there should be statues on our campus, then, first and foremost, they should be of African heroes and heroines," campaigners said.
Mortuary Union On Strike Asks People to Postpone Dying
The workers are protesting low pay and dangerous work conditions.
Watch: Melania in Ghana Visits Obama Hall, Slave Fort
"I will never forget [the] incredible experience and the stories I heard," Melania Trump said.
Melania Watched CNN, Not Fox News, on Africa Flight
Donald Trump reportedly "caused a bit of a stir" onboard Air Force One when he saw his wife watching CNN in July.