In recent years, Ghana’s football, particularly its senior national team, the Black Stars, has seen a significant downturn in performance. This decline is not limited to the senior team but spans various levels, including youth and women’s football. The current Ghana Football Association (GFA) president, Kurt Okraku, has come under fire for his role in this ongoing deterioration. Despite boasting talented players in top European leagues, Ghana’s national teams have failed to make any significant impact under Okraku’s leadership, including a historic failure to reach knockout stages in major tournaments during his tenure. The blame, Okraku argues, lies with player performance, but many critics point to his administration as the consistent factor across Ghana’s struggling football scene.
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62-Year-Old Businesswoman Remanded Over $13K Fraud
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On March 25, 2025, renowned British actor and filmmaker Idris Elba was honored as a son of Ga Land in a grand ceremony at the Ga Mantse Palace in Accra. The event, under the reign of King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, celebrated Elba’s contributions to the African diaspora and his dedication to developing Ghana’s creative industry.Elba’s visit included an exciting announcement: he plans to build a world-class film studio and school on 22 acres of land near Osu Castle. This project aims to provide training, employment, and a creative hub for young Ghanaian talent, with a focus on African cinema.King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II expressed strong support for the initiative, emphasizing the need to guide the youth and advance the creative arts. The announcement was met with applause and marked a significant moment for Ghana’s growing role in the global […]
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