Kwame Mensah

Kwame Mensah is a senior political correspondent based in Accra. With over a decade of experience covering Ghana's Parliament, elections, and government policy, he brings sharp analysis and deep sourcing to GhanaStar's political coverage. A graduate of the University of Ghana's School of Communication Studies, Kwame has previously reported for the Daily Graphic and Joy FM. He specializes in governance, public accountability, and West African geopolitics.

27296 Articles Joined March 2026

Articles by Kwame Mensah

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Jilted Indian Lover Rapes, Kills Ex-Girlfriend

A jilted man who kidnapped and raped his ex-girlfriend before smashing her head with bricks and running her over with a...

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Quake Kills Two, Injures Hundreds In Iran

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake near Iran's border with Turkmenistan killed two people, injured hundreds and caused...

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Tibetan Medicine Lures Patients Seeking Drug-Free Cures

Before dawn in the Indian Himalayas, scores of patients clutching small vials of urine queue patiently to see Yeshi...

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Ethiopian Honey Farmers Struggle With Sticky Traditions

The beehives of Ethiopia, Africa's top honey producer, make about a quarter of the continent's honey, but travellers...

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Nigerian Economy Glimpses Dim Light At End of Tunnel

Suffering from rampant inflation, stalled investment and mass layoffs, Nigeria is still gripped by one of the worst...

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Crusaders Beat ‘Canes In Super Rugby Heavyweight Fight

The Canterbury Crusaders have strengthened their claims for an eighth Super Rugby crown with a dominating win over...

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Only Snipers Can Stop Messi

The manager doesn't believe players have much of a chance at stopping the Argentina ace, with his solution calling for...

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Angela Merkel Faces Key Test In German State Election

Voters in Germany's most populous state are going to the polls in an election seen as a crucial test for Chancellor...

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Iran’s Delayed Gold Rush Disillusions Voters

The investment gold rush that was supposed to follow Iran's nuclear deal with world powers and revitalise the economy...

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Emmanuel Macron To Be Sworn In As French President

Tight security is in place across Paris for the inauguration of Emmanuel Macron as France's president. Mr Macron, an...

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Toronto Stretches MLS Win Streak To Six Games

Canadian striker Tosaint Ricketts scored in the 77th minute to give Toronto a 3-2 victory over Minnesota United,...

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A Trump Triumph Or Rehashed News?

The new trade agreement unveiled Friday between China and the United States is yet another olive branch from the Trump...

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Wal-Mart Pushing Hard To Catch Amazon In E-Commerce

Wal-Mart Stores, the 800-pound gorilla of retail, is running hard to catch up in an increasingly crucial segment where...

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Paris Jackson Explains Nude Instagram Posts

Paris Jackson has a message for her 1.4 million followers on Instagram - nudity is natural and "part of what makes us...

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Red Tape and Taxes Put Brakes On ‘Make In India’ Push

When Saurabh Ahuja tried to import a $600 3D printer for manufacturing drones in his Delhi workshop, he ended up...

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Next Cyber-Attack Could Be Imminent, Warn Experts

Another major cyber-attack could be imminent after Friday's global hit that infected more than 125,000 computer...

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Leading Soprano Renee Fleming Bids Adieu To Signature Role

Opera superstar Renee Fleming bid adieu Saturday to one of her trademark roles, performing Strauss's "Der...

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Players’ Mediation Call After CA Pay Threat ‘aggression’

The players' union called on Cricket Australia on Sunday to mediate over intractable wage negotiations instead of...

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Simeone Refuses To Answer Questions On Future

The Atletico boss says his focus is entirely on his side's chase for third place in La Liga, while questions over his...

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Ryan’s Goal Lifts Senators Over Penguins In NHL East Finals Opener

Bobby Ryan scored 4:59 into over-time Saturday to give the Ottawa Senators a 2-1 victory over defending champion...