By Voice of Africa Radio Online
Nigerian international fashion model and actress Joy Ubeku has built an impressive career that has taken her from the world of beauty and entertainment to some of the most recognised fashion platforms across Africa and beyond.
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The Accra High Court has sentenced Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, to 20 years in prison in connection with the Samreboi illegal mining case.
By Voice of Africa Radio Sports Desk
The greatest and largest global football tournament in history has come to a dramatic conclusion. On Sunday, July 19, 2026, at a packed New York New Jersey Stadium, Spain reclaimed the pinnacle of world football by defeating defending champions Argentina 1–0 in extra time to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy.
Africa Backs Motsepe For FIFA We are witnessing a defining moment for African football as South Africa officially throws its weight behind Confederation of African Football President Patrice Motsepe to lead FIFA. This is a
ACCRA, Ghana — July 17, 2026 — Ghanaian TikToker Camilla Alhassan has been sentenced to one year in prison by the Accra Circuit Court after pleading guilty to charges of offensive conduct and the publication of false news.
By Voice of Africa Online Radio (V.O.A.R.) Global Business Desk
Global financial markets recorded strong gains today after fresh economic data from the United States showed inflation easing more than many analysts had expected. The encouraging figures have strengthened investor confidence and raised hopes that the U.S. Federal Reserve may take a more cautious approach to future interest rate increases.
BROADCAST DATE: July 16, 2026
STATION: Voice of Africa Online Radio (V.O.A.R.)
DESK: Global Sports Dispatch
Heartbreak for England, Glory for Argentina, and the Road to the MetLife Showdown!
The Dream Ends for England as Argentina Marches into the Final
By KwakuDuahQ | Voice of African Radio Wednesday, July 15, 2026
ATLANTA – The sporting world will grind to a halt tonight as two of footballs most bitter and historic rivals, England and Argentina, lock horns at the Atlanta Stadium in Georgia. The prize at stake could not be higher: a coveted ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final this Sunday at MetLife Stadium, where a rampant and highly favored Spanish side already lies in wait.
ACCRA, GHANA – The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has thrown Ghana political landscape into a spin following the dramatic weekend arrest of Dennis Miracles Aboagye, the former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralization (IMCCoD).
The extradition of Ghanaian social media personality Abu Trica to the United States marks another major development in the global fight against cybercrime. After months of legal proceedings in Ghana, he has now been transferred to the U.S., where he is expected to answer to criminal charges brought against him by American prosecutors.
There was a time when discovering new music meant waiting for your favourite radio presenter to play it or heading to a nightclub where a skilled DJ controlled the atmosphere from behind a pair of turntables. Before smartphones, streaming platforms and algorithm-driven playlists, DJs were tastemakers. They introduced audiences to new sounds, influenced fashion, created unforgettable nights and helped shape popular culture.
In Kumasi, one name has remained part of that story for more than three decades: Loving C.
Ghana’s Emergency Evacuation: The Human Cost of Rising Xenophobia in South Africa The “Rainbow Nation” is once again under fire as a fresh wave of xenophobic violence sweeps through the streets of South Africa. For
A Wound in Christian Memory: Pope Leo XIV Issues Historic Apology for Vatican’s Role in Legitimizing Slavery In a monumental turning point for the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV has issued an unprecedented, historic apology
Deepening Divide: Ghana’s Parliament Revives Sweeping Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill ACCRA, Ghana — In a move that has reignited a fierce national and international debate over human rights, sovereignty, and cultural values, Ghana’s parliament has officially reintroduced
CIA Chief in Havana: What a U.S.-Cuba “Thaw” Means for Africa and the Diaspora HAVANA, Cuba — When a U.S. government jet carrying CIA Director John Ratcliffe touched down in Havana this Thursday, May 14,
According to available information, technical issues involving damaged or failed power components—commonly referred to as power banks or related system units—are currently being repaired. Authorities and engineers involved in the process have indicated that these faults contributed to the recent instability in electricity distribution across several areas.
Ghanaian artist S3nti returns with a captivating new single titled “Ride,” featuring talented highlife act Bapi Joss. Produced and mastered by Master Maison, the track is set for release on 23rd April.
A Tale of Two Georges: King Charles III’s Masterclass in Diplomacy and Wit (2026 US Visit)
The April 2026 State Visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be remembered not just for its geopolitical weight, but for a display of royal humor that disarmed the halls of power. Arriving in Washington, D.C. on April 27, the King embarked on a four-day tour that artfully balanced the solemnity of America’s 250th anniversary with a dry, sharp wit that left even the most seasoned politicians in stitches.
Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to speak with aspiring Ashanti Regional Deputy Secretary, Lexy Abena Boahene, following her appearance at the 27th anniversary celebration of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s enstoolment on the Golden Stool — a historic event that brought together tradition, authority, and unity across Asanteman.