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Ghana cites 55 nationals killed in Ukraine war and vows to crack down on recruitment networks
world1 day ago

Ghana cites 55 nationals killed in Ukraine war and vows to crack down on recruitment networks

Ghana’s foreign minister says at least 55 Ghanaians have died in the Russia-Ukraine war, with about 272 believed lured into the conflict since 2022 and two more currently prisoners of war. He highlighted Africa-wide recruitment of fighters for Russia and pledged to dismantle illegal recruitment networks and launch public-awareness campaigns to prevent youths from being drawn in, while calling for humane treatment of detainees.

via BBC|
#foreignaffairs#ghana#prisonersofwar
Ghanaian Tomato Traders Among Casualties in Burkina Faso JNIM Attack
world12 days ago

Ghanaian Tomato Traders Among Casualties in Burkina Faso JNIM Attack

At least 20 people were killed in Saturday attacks in Titao, Burkina Faso, with seven Ghanaian tomato traders among the dead, reportedly burnt beyond recognition. The traders were part of a supply truck targeted by the jihadists; road access is blocked, hindering evacuation and embassy visits. The jihadist group JNIM, linked to al-Qaeda, claimed responsibility. Ghana’s interior minister and Burkinabè authorities are coordinating burials and survivor repatriation as the region experiences a spate of attacks in recent days.

via BBC|
#burkina-faso#ghana#islamist-militants
Ghana pauses diaspora citizenship process to streamline access
africa26 days ago

Ghana pauses diaspora citizenship process to streamline access

Ghana has temporarily halted its citizenship-by-ancestry program for the African diaspora to simplify the process after complaints about tight DNA-document deadlines, multiple steps, and high costs. Since 2016, more than 1,000 people (including Stevie Wonder) have obtained Ghanaian citizenship, but the one-week DNA deadline and fees (application $136; shortlisted candidates $2,280) have drawn criticism. The government will issue updated timelines and guidelines when ready, with no resumption date announced yet.

via BBC|
#africa#application-fees#citizenship
IShowSpeed Granted Ghanaian Passport After Africa Tour
world1 month ago

IShowSpeed Granted Ghanaian Passport After Africa Tour

US YouTube star Darren Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed, is set to receive a Ghanaian passport after his 20-country Africa tour, with Ghana’s foreign minister citing irrefutable ties to the country including his Ghanaian mother and his claim of feeling 'back home' there. The tour spotlighted African cultures and included ceremonies; Ghana has pursued diaspora citizenship, though some Ghanaians criticized the move as devaluing the passport.

via BBC|
#africa-tour#ghana#ishowspeed
Ghanaian Artist Ibrahim Mahama Reaches Art World's Pinnacle
art1 month ago

Ghanaian Artist Ibrahim Mahama Reaches Art World's Pinnacle

Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama gained international fame with his burlap sack installations addressing themes of global trade, colonialism, and capitalism. His work has earned him top recognition in the art world, including being the first African to top ArtReview's Power 100 list. Mahama emphasizes collective effort and community engagement, founding art institutions in Ghana to foster new generations of artists and cultural awareness.

via DW|
#art#cultural-exchange#ghana
Ghana Official and Religious Leaders Criticize 'Detty December' Label for Christmas
world2 months ago

Ghana Official and Religious Leaders Criticize 'Detty December' Label for Christmas

A Ghanaian official prefers not to associate the term 'Detty December' with Ghana due to its negative connotations, despite its popularity for the country's festive season, which attracts many international visitors and boosts the economy. The government promotes a more neutral branding, 'December in Ghana,' while the season now includes a mix of festivals, concerts, and cultural events, reflecting a broader focus on tourism and investment.

via BBC|
#cultural#detty-december#diaspora