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Jafriq Radio boss Nana Yaw Pop the toastmaster as Ghana marks 69th Independence Day in Japan

The Chief Executive Officer of JafriQ Radio Japan, Samuel Nana Yaw Anning, set the tone and kept the audience engaged as Ghanaians in Japan marked the 2026 Independence Day anniversary. The towering entrepreneur graced the stage at the Hotel Okura as high-ranking officials of the Ghanaian diplomatic corps, members of the academia community, government officials, business proprietor, and members of the Ghanaian community in Japan as well as friends of […]

todayMarch 10, 2026 2

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PHOTO GALLERY: Ghana marks 69th Independence Day celebration in Japan

High-ranking officials of the Ghanaian diplomatic corps, members of the academia community, government officials, business proprietor, and members of the Ghanaian community in Japan as well as friends of the West African nation have marked the country's 69th Independence Day celebration in Tokyo, Japan. On Thursday, 6th March 2026, distinguished dignitaries of the Ghanaian community gathered at the Hotel Okura to commemorate the country's independence from British colonial rule. Characterised […]

todayMarch 10, 2026

Japan to move citizens out of Iran

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Japan to evacuate 200 citizens from war-struck Iran as US battle deepens

The Japanese government has announced on Saturday, February 28, 2026, that it will move out all of its citizens in Iran as coordinated air strikes from the United States of America and Israel continue to create chaos in the Middle East country. According to official figures released by the Japanese government, there are about 200 Japanese citizens living in Iran with no official injuries or casualties confirmed. The Japanese Foreign […]

todayFebruary 28, 2026

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Ghanaian Afro-pop star Wanlov Kubolor expecting 15th child

Ghanaian-Romanian Afro Pop musician Emmanuel Owusu-Bonsu, popularly known by his stage name Wanlov the Kubolor, has revealed that he is expecting his 15th child. The 45-year-old went public a couple of years back to declare that he had 9 children however he has shocked fans with his latest revelation that he has increased the number by 5 and is expecting a 6th child ever since. The 2006 WCS International Song […]

todayFebruary 26, 2026

Ghanaian-Romanian musician Wanluv the Kubolor

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Ghanaian musician Wanluv reveals details about his Japanese son

Ghanaian-Romanian musician Emmanuel Owusu-Bonsu, known by his stage name Wanluv the Kubolor, has revealed that he has a son with a Japanese woman. Kubolor, 45, has been talking to Ghanaian broadcaster Kafui Dey in an exclusive interview in which he has revealed details about his life beginning from his childhood days. The 2006 WCS International Song Contest winner was born to a Ghanaian father and a Romanian father and holds […]

todayFebruary 26, 2026

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Spanish giants Real Madrid appoint ex-player after sacking Alonso

European heavyweights Real Madrid have announced the appointment of Álvaro Arbeloa as the club's new first team head coach after firing Xabi Alonso. In a dramatic style, the Santiago Bernabeu outfit relieved the ex-Bayern Munich and Liverpool star midfielder after falling to Barcelona in the Supercopa de Espana final on Sunday in Saudi Arabia. An official club statement reads: "Real Madrid C. F. would like to announce that Álvaro Arbeloa […]

todayJanuary 12, 2026

Real Madrid have parted ways with Xabi Alonso

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Real Madrid fire Alonso after Supercopa loss to bitterest rivals Barca

By Emmanuel Akyereko European giants Real Madrid have confirmed the sacking of manager Xabi Alonso after the club's recent loss to sworn rivals Barcelona in the final of the Supercopa de Espana on Sunday. In a brief statement released on the club's website, the La Liga record winners have stated that the two parties mutually parted ways. "We would like to thank Xabi Alonso and all his coaching staff for […]

todayJanuary 12, 2026

A photo of the Japanese junior high school student who was mistakenly registered as having U.S. nationality (Provided by his mother) - The Asahi Shimbun

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CONTROVERSY: Teen soccer player of mixed parentage in Japan registered as a foreigner despite holding Japanese nationality since birth

By Emmanuel Akyereko (Managing Editor) A Japanese teenager with an American father has been controversially registered by his local soccer club as a foreigner despite holding Japanese nationality since birth. The issue has sparked a huge controversy between the mother of the teenager, whose identity has not been disclosed, the soccer club and the Japan Football Association (JFA). According to details reported by The Asahi Shimbun portal, the soccer club […]

todayAugust 28, 2025

The Gambia

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The Gambia promotes cultural dynamism and investment at Japan’s Expo 2025

West African nation, The Gambia, marked its national day at the Japan International Expo in Osaka with cultural displays and investment pitches aimed at strengthening ties with Japan. Representing President Adama Barrow, Trade Minister Babucarr O. Joof was welcomed by Vice Commissioner General Ikeyama Shigetoshi. Hon. Joof highlighted The Gambia’s Economic Transformation Agenda, outlining new industrial policies, plans for a Trans-Gambia Special Economic Zone, and efforts to boost competitiveness in […]

todayAugust 24, 2025

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