4 d. ago African Women in Sports Body Extends Condolences Over Ghana Crash Tragedy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-women-in-sports-body-extends-condolences-over-ghana-crash-tragedy/The African Women in Sports Association (AWISA), headquartered in Namibia, has expressed profound sorrow to President John Mahama and all Ghanaians following last week’s military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives. In an official statement signed by Executive Director Carol Davis, the organization joined the nation in mourning the public servants lost during an anti-illegal […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-women-in-sports-body-extends-condolences-over-ghana-crash-tragedy/

Events

6 d. ago 15 Travel Tips from the Women Behind Africa’s Biggest Tourism Brands

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/15-travel-tips-from-the-women-behind-africas-biggest-tourism-brands/Women make up at least half (and by some counts, nearly 70%) of South Africa’s travel and tourism industry, so it’s no exaggeration to say they’re the ones influencing the way we explore. Ask almost any woman what she wishes for on Women’s Day, and the answer is surprisingly simple: the freedom to go, to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/15-travel-tips-from-the-women-behind-africas-biggest-tourism-brands/

Transport

7 d. ago Black Queens enjoy Bank of Africa breakfast treat after WAFCON heroics

The meeting was to recognise the team for their resounding performance at the just-ended Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament, which was staged in Morocco.

Politics

7 d. ago Ghana Women’s Football Ranking Drops Despite WAFCON Bronze Medal

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-womens-football-ranking-drops-despite-wafcon-bronze-medal/Ghana’s Black Queens have slipped one place to 67th in the latest FIFA Women’s World Rankings released Thursday, despite their third-place finish at last month’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The drop comes as a surprise after the team’s triumphant return to continental competition. Previously ranked 66th globally, Ghana maintained its sixth-place continental standing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-womens-football-ranking-drops-despite-wafcon-bronze-medal/

Sport

7 d. ago Black Queens drop to 67th in latest FIFA ranking, maintain 6th position in Africa

The Black Queens have dropped to 67th in the latest FIFA ranking despite their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) heroics.

Politics

9 d. ago Gates Foundation Announces Catalytic Funding to Spark New Era of Women

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gates-foundation-announces-catalytic-funding-to-spark-new-era-of-women-centered-research-and-innovation/Investments Through 2030 to Catalyze Innovation in Maternal, Menstrual, Gynecological, and Sexual Health for Women Globally SEATTLE, 5 August 2025 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/-The Gates Foundation today announced a $2.5 billion commitment through 2030 to accelerate research and development (R&D) focused exclusively on women’s health. It will support the advancement of more than 40 innovations in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gates-foundation-announces-catalytic-funding-to-spark-new-era-of-women-centered-research-and-innovation/

Politics

1 week ago Secret filming exposes the ‘madams’ involved in Kenya’s child

A BBC Africa Eye investigation has revealed how women, known as "madams", have involved children as young as 13 in prostitution in Kenya.

Politics

3 w. ago Tera Carissa Hodges to speak at 5th anniversary of Africa’s Women’s Day Virtual Celebration

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tera-carissa-hodges-to-speak-at-5th-anniversary-of-africas-womens-day-virtual-celebration/Internationally acclaimed life coach and faith-based empowerment speaker Tera Carissa Hodges has been confirmed as a guest speaker for the fifth anniversary of Africa’s Women’s Day Virtual Celebration, set to take place via Zoom on Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM CAT/GMT+2 (11:00am to 2:00pm EST). Titled “Rooted in Greatness: Celebrating […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tera-carissa-hodges-to-speak-at-5th-anniversary-of-africas-womens-day-virtual-celebration/

Politics

3 w. ago Black Queens Brace for Tough WAFCON Semifinal Against Hosts Morocco

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-queens-brace-for-tough-wafcon-semifinal-against-hosts-morocco/Ghana’s national women’s football team faces a monumental challenge as they prepare to battle tournament hosts Morocco in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations semifinals on July 22. The Black Queens secured their semifinal berth – their first in nine years – through a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Algeria, with goalkeeper Cynthia […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-queens-brace-for-tough-wafcon-semifinal-against-hosts-morocco/

Politics

3 w. ago Tera Hodges confirmed as speaker for Africa’s Women’s Day Virtual Celebration 2025

Internationally acclaimed life coach and faith-based empowerment speaker, Tera Carissa Hodges has been confirmed as a guest speaker for the fifth anniversary of Africa’s Women’s Day Virtual Celebration, set to take place on Thursday, July 31.

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: I want to make history – Grace Asantewaa dreams of lifting the trophy

Black Queens midfielder Grace Asantewaa says her dream is to win the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and write her name into the history books of African football, following Ghana’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Algeria. Ghana booked their place in the semifinals for the first time since 2016 after edging Algeria 4-2 on […]

Politics

3 w. ago 2024 WAFCON: Grace Asantewa shines as Black Queens reach semis

Black Queens midfielder Grace Asantewaa was named Woman of the Match following Ghana’s hard-fought victory over Algeria in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). After a goalless draw in 120 minutes of action, Ghana won 4-2 on penalties to seal qualification. The 24-year-old FC Juárez player delivered a commanding and relentless performance […]

Politics

3 w. ago 2024 WAFCON: Black Queens set up semifinal clash with hosts Morocco

Ghana’s Black Queens have advanced to the semifinals of the ongoing 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where they will face host nation Morocco. The Queens secured their spot after a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Algeria in the quarterfinals, with goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan emerging as the hero by saving two penalties. This […]

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: ‘Beat Algeria to make us proud’ – Stonebwoy urges Black Queens

Ghanaian Afro-dancehall and reggae musician Livingstone Etse Satekla, popularly known as Stonebwoy, has sent a warm message to the Black Queens ahead of their quarter-final clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: Ghana must make it difficult for Algeria – Björkegren

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren says his team must make things difficult for Algeria ahead of their quarterfinal clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: Jennifer Cudjoe anticipates tough test against ‘strong’ Algeria

Black Queens midfielder Jennifer Cudjoe says Algeria is one of the "strongest" sides ahead of Ghana’s quarterfinal clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: We need to ‘not be scared’ against Algeria – Black Queens coach

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has praised Algeria as the best-organized team at the ongoing Women's Africa Cup of Nations but cautions his side "to not be scared" in their quarter-final clash.

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: Black Queens have to turn ‘pressure’ into ‘motivation’ – Josephine Bonsu

Ghana's Black Queens forward Josephine Bonsu is backing her teammates to turn the "pressure" of playing in the quarter-finals into "motivation" at the ongoing Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: ‘We believed in ourselves’ – Chantelle on Black Queens’ big win over Tanzania

Black Queens forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah says the team never lost belief, even after a frustrating first half, as Ghana powered to a 4-1 victory over Tanzania in their final Group C clash at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Politics

3 w. ago WAFCON 2024: ‘Proud to wear the Ghana badge’ at competition – Chantelle Boye

Black Queens forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah has expressed her pride and excitement at representing Ghana at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Politics