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.

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‘La La Land’ Set To Win Big At Oscars

The Hollywood awards season reaches its glittering climax at the Oscars on Sunday with "La La Land," a starry-eyed love...

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Kaymer Lurks As Rookies Lead PGA Honda Classic

Two-time major winner Martin Kaymer was hot on the heels of rookie co-leaders Cody Gribble and Wesley Bryan on Thursday...

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VX Nerve Agent Found On Kim Jong-Nam Face

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un's half brother was assassinated with a lethal nerve agent manufactured for chemical...

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Top Philippine Drug War Critic Arrested At Senate

The highest-profile critic of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's deadly drug war was arrested on Friday following...

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Beyonce Pulls Out of Coachella Fest

Pop superstar Beyonce, who is pregnant with twins, has pulled out of her headlining spot at the Coachella music...

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NY Unveils $25 Mn Grant To Combat Anti-Semitism, Hate

New York state took fresh steps Thursday to combat a spike in anti-Semitism and hate crimes, promising a $25 million...

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South Africa Appeals For Calm After A Wave of Xenophobic Attacks

South African Interior Minister Malusi Gigaba on Thursday called for calm after a series of violent incidents against...

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Lagos Lawmaker Wants NBC To Put An End To Big Brother Naija

Lagos – A Lagos lawmaker, Mr Segun Olulade on Thursday advised the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai...

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Beyonce Calls To Support LGBTQ Community After Trump Takes Aim At Transgender Rights

Beyoncé is calling for fans to get in formation and support the LGBTQ community. On Wednesday the Trump administration...

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IS Forcing Children, Disabled Into Suicide Cars

Islamic State jihadists are forcing children and disabled people into explosives-laden trucks and making them drive at...

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British Police Make Fresh Arrest In Fixing Probe

British police announced Thursday a third suspect had been arrested in connection with their investigation into...

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Ex-Fugitive Israeli Fraudster Sentenced To 30 Months

Former Israeli fugitive Jacob "Kobi" Alexander was finally sentenced to prison for securities fraud dating from the...

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Leicester City Sack Claudio Ranieri After Winning Premier League

Manager Claudio Ranieri has been sacked by Leicester City, nine months after leading them to the Premier League title....

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Leicester City Sack Premier League-Winning Manager

Manager Claudio Ranieri has been sacked by Leicester City, nine months after leading them to the Premier League title....

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Transgender Students Decry ‘dangerous’ Trump Decision

Activists, parents and transgender students Thursday vowed to resist the Trump administration's "dangerous" reversal of...

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Kusama’s Eternal Love of Polka Dots

She has two major exhibitions opening simultaneously in Japan and the United States at the venerable age of 87 -- but...

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‘Terrorist Attack’ Kills 15 Soldiers In Niger

Fifteen soldiers were killed and 19 wounded in a attack by "terrorist elements" in western Niger, authorities said...

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China Continues ‘steady Pattern’ of S.China Sea Militarization

Recent satellite imagery appears to show China is completing structures intended to house surface-to-air missiles...

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US Promises Mexico No Mass Deportations Or Military Force

US Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly promised Thursday "no mass deportations" or military force against immigrants...

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Penguins, Flyers Take 50-Year NHL Rivalry Outside

Defending Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh and the Philadelphia Flyers, cross-state National Hockey League rivals each...