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Telecel Ghana announces 2026 FESSP cohort to help close STEM’s gender gap

Telecel Ghana has unveiled the ten outstanding final-year female students selected for the 2026 cohort of its Female Engineering Students Scholarship Programme (FESSP), an early career development programme aimed at increasing female representation in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) field.

The female scholars, drawn from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), the University of Ghana (UG), the University of Cape Coast (UCC) and the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), were selected through a competitive process that assessed academic excellence, leadership potential and industry readiness.

Rumzia Sule Crowned Miss Ghana 2026 In A Transformative, Community And Skills Development Focused Finale !

An international relations student at Cumbria University, Rumzia Sule, has been officially crowned Miss Ghana 2026, emerging victorious over 12 other contestants to claim the coveted national title.

The grand finale of the 69th edition, held under the theme “Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy,” saw the University of Ghana graduate Fatimatu Zara Ishacu finish as the first runner-up and Whitney Opoku Nketia was adjudged the second runner-up. Anita Dankwa and Nedlyn Appiah won 3rd and 4th runners-up respectively.

Kenyan Hip-hop Artist tg.blk Announced As Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Artist For July

Kenyan rapper, singer, and producer Nyathigi Gatere, widely known as tg.blk, has been announced as Spotify’s EQUAL Africa artist for the month of July.

Hailing from the coastal city of Mombasa, tg.blk has emerged as one of Kenya’s most distinctive voices in alternative hip-hop, recognised for her approach to music-making and a sound that blends raw emotion with creative independence.

DopeNation Makes Surprise Appearance With R2Bees

Ghanaian duo DopeNation thrilled thousands of fans after making a surprise appearance during R2Bees’ set at Afro Nation Portugal 2026, one of the world’s biggest celebrations of Afrobeats and African music.

The twins were brought on stage unexpectedly by R2Bees, sending the crowd into a frenzy as they performed some of their biggest hits together in one of the standout moments of the three-day festival.

Spotify And Afronation Portugal Partner To Bring Festival Destination To Fans On Platform

Spotify joins Afronation Portugal 2026 as an official sponsor and exclusive streaming partner, launching a collaboration that brings fans a dedicated festival destination to enjoy on-demand and exclusive performance content.

Spotify and Afronation Portugal are partnering to bring fans closer to the artists, performances and fan culture shaping African music globally.

As an official sponsor and exclusive streaming partner of Afronation Portugal 2026, Spotify will help extend the festival beyond the live weekend through this model. This partnership creates a dedicated Afronation destination on Spotify where fans can discover festival content, featured artists, the official playlist and selected performance videos after the event.

Telecel Expands Ashanti Impact, Adopts Kumasi South Mother and Baby Unit

In the climax of its month-long Ashanti Month celebration, Telecel Ghana, through the Telecel Ghana Foundation, has donated critical newborn medical equipment to the Kumasi South Hospital and signed an agreement to adopt the hospital’s Mother and Baby Unit for the next two years.

The medical equipment includes two Firefly Phototherapy Units for the treatment of neonatal jaundice, a Wall Baby Radiant Warmer for premature and low-birth-weight infants and an Infant Digital Weighing Scale for accurate growth monitoring.

Telecel Pays Courtesy Call on President Mahama, Reaffirms Long-Term Investment

Senior leadership of telecommunications multinational, Telecel Group, has paid a courtesy call on Ghana’s President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, to reaffirm their long-term commitment to investing in Ghana’s digital infrastructure and supporting national development.

The visit provided an opportunity to update the President on Telecel’s business and investment plans in Ghana’s telecommunications sector.

Joe Mettle Announces PRAISE RELOADED Line-Up

Gospel musician Joe Mettle has announced the line-up for this year’s Praise Reloaded concert, saying the event will return to the Accra Sports Stadium after being held elsewhere last year.

Speaking on the Big Conversation segment on the Culture Daily morning show on 3Music TV and Pluzz 89.9FM, the singer said the annual worship gathering will take place on 28 June.

You Can Do It Again – Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia Backs Black Stars

Former vice president and flag bearer of the New Patriotic Party NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has sent a goodwill message ahead of their clash with Panama.

Ghana takes on their Group L counterpart, Panama on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at the Toronto Stadium in Canada, kicking off their campaign in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Black Sherif Visits Black Stars Camp In The USA

Ghanaian music star Black Sherif paid a visit to the Ghana national football team camp over the weekend as the team continued preparations for their opening matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The award-winning artiste spent time with the players and technical team, offering words of encouragement as Ghana gears up for its campaign on football’s biggest stage.

Thomas Partey Denied Entry To Canada

Thomas Partey will play no part in Ghana’s first World Cup game in Toronto as he has been denied entry to Canada.

The former Arsenal midfielder, now of Villarreal, was charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in July 2025 by London’s Metropolitan Police. In September of that year, he pleaded not guilty.

Ghana’s World Cup Jersey Ranked Best Among 48 Nations

Ghana’s Kwaku Ananse-inspired jersey for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been ranked the best jersey among all 48 participating nations by British newspaper The Times.

In its review of World Cup kits ahead of the tournament, The Times placed Ghana’s home shirt at the top of its rankings, ahead of football powerhouses Brazil, England, and Germany, praising the design’s distinctive appearance and visual appeal.

KiDi Announces Major London Concert For September 2026

Award-winning Ghanaian singer and songwriter KiDi is set to thrill fans in the United Kingdom with a headline concert scheduled for 24 September 2026 at Outernet London, one of the city’s premier live entertainment venues.

The announcement, revealed through an official promotional poster, confirms that the “Lomo Lomo” hitmaker will perform live alongside a lineup of special guest artistes, promising an unforgettable night of music, energy, and celebration.

Kweku Smoke Takes Momentum To Europe

Fresh off his sold-out headline concert at London’s Electric Brixton, Kweku Smoke is set to continue his European run with upcoming performances in Belgium and Italy.

The rapper’s successful London outing marked a major milestone in his career, drawing hundreds of fans from across the UK and the Ghanaian diaspora and further cementing his status as one of Ghana’s most exciting hip-hop exports.

South Africa Plans To Bill Countries For Deporting Their Nationals

South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) says the government plans to begin charging foreign countries for the costs associated with deporting their nationals who violate the country’s immigration laws.

The announcement, posted on SABC’s X account comes as South Africa continues efforts to address undocumented migration and amid ongoing protests in some communities over the presence of undocumented foreign nationals.

Black Stars Will Not Wear Ananse Home Skit For Group Games – FIFA

Ghana’s new white ‘Kwaku Ananse’ home jersey will not be worn during the Black Stars’ group stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after FIFA confirmed the official kit colour allocations for all opening round fixtures.

The announcement comes days after sportswear manufacturer Puma launched Ghana’s new kits in New York.

Tiktoker Peller Proposes To Jarvis In Accra

Popular Nigerian streamer Peller has proposed to his long time girlfriend, Jarvis Jadrolita at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

The couple have been in relationship since early 2024 after rising to fame through social media.

Ghana Black Stars Arrive U.S. Ahead Of FIFA World Cup

According to the Ghana Football Association, the Black Stars have arrived in the United States in order to continue preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The squad left Cardiff on Wednesday afternoon and arrived in Washington, D.C. at approximately 9 p.m. local time.

Kwesi Arthur Takes Redemption Valley To London

Kwesi Arthur is set to bring his acclaimed Redemption Valley experience to London on October 16, 2026, with a headline show at XOYO.

The concert will give fans in the UK an opportunity to experience the music and stories behind his latest project in an intimate live setting, as the Ghanaian star continues to expand his international footprint.

The announcement has already generated excitement among fans across the diaspora, many of whom have been eager to see Kwesi Arthur return to the London stage.

Davido Declares Support For Ghana’s Black Stars Ahead Of 2026 World Cup

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has declared his support for Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In a post shared on his Instagram Story, the award-winning musician wrote: “I’m a Ghanaian for this World Cup. The Black Stars have my full support because of President Mahama.”