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An interactive experience based on some much-loved children's stories is coming to Manchester.

Willow has announced her debut novel Black Shield Maiden, which will be published by Del Rey Books with co-writer Jess Hendel.The novel is due to be published on October 4, with Willow announcing the news on her Instagram earlier today (February 8) along with the book’s cover.Black Shield Maiden is the first book in a new fantasy series and is due in hardcover and digital formats, as well as an audio edition which will be released by Penguin Random House Audio.Black Shield Maiden tells the story of Yafeu, a young warrior who is stolen from her home in the Ghanaian Empire and thrust into the world of the Vikings. There she discovers a strange new world and encounters a kindred spirit in Viking princess, Freydis.

The Anglican Church of Ghana has taken a small step back from its previously unfettered support for the country’s appalling anti-LGBTQI+ bill.

Hollywood can’t stop buzzing about these products! To kick off Black History Month, A-listers are supporting some amazing Black-owned brands.

2022 Winter Olympics are underway! The opening ceremony was held on Friday, at Beijing's National Stadium, which is also known as the «Bird's Nest,» and signaled the official start of the Games.The Parade of Nations, the part of the ceremony that highlights each competing nation in the Games, featured many standout moments including a shirtless skeleton competitor, a long-awaited moment for Jamaica, and a Ralph Lauren-clad Team USA.While the U.S. counted its second-largest Olympic delegation in history, other countries had just one athlete set to compete on their behalf. It all came to a close with an epic torch lighting that differed from years past.Keep reading for the five biggest moments from the opening ceremony.With Tonga's Pita Taufatofua sitting out the Olympics for the first time since 2014, fans worried that the cross-country skier's absence would mean they'd be deprived of a shirtless, oiled-up athlete during the Parade of Nations.

Queen Elizabeth II’s empire shrank, then crumbled. While most people in Britain remain loyal to the queen and respect her years of service to the nation, attitudes about the monarchy have swung from unquestioning deference to scrutiny.

Philly alt-R&B artist Ivy Sole is out with a new project next Wednesday. CANDID will feature "Call Me," the Lil Wayne-interpolating single full of catchily articulated and all-too-relatable relationship drama, and "Bamboo," their latest single out today.

Iconic French designer Manfred Thierry Mugler has died at the age of 73. Throughout his career, Mr Mugler worked with multiple celebrities including Beyonce, Cardi B, and Lady Gaga.

If Algeria's task this week wasn't already crystal clear, the sight of Ghana exiting the Africa Cup of Nations to minnows Comoros on Tuesday will have focussed their minds.

Vic Mensa has been released from custody following his arrest at a US airport for the alleged possession of psychedelic mushrooms over the weekend.The Chicago rapper – real name Victor Mensah – flew from Ghana to Dulles International Airport in Virginia on Saturday (January 15). Undergoing a secondary search at the airport, Mensa was alleged to have been found by authorities to be in possession of a range of narcotics, including LSD, psilocybin capsules and gummies.He was arrested by US Customs and Border Patrol and charged with felony narcotics possession. He had been retuning from a promotional trip to Africa with Chance The Rapper at the time.Taking to Twitter overnight (January 18), Mensa announced his release from custody.Two tweets were posted one hour apart, the first saying “wow what a trip”, with his subsequent post declaring “I’m freeeeeee.”wow what a trip— vino valentino (@VicMensa) January 18, 2022i'm freeeeeeelove you allgod works in mysterious ways— vino valentino (@VicMensa) January 19, 2022Fans were quick to share their relief at the outcome of Mensa’s experience.Welcome back @VicMensa…that was some Fear and loathing in las Vegas shit….

U.S. Customs and Border Protection have confirmed that Vic Mensa was arrested at Washington D.C.'s Dulles International Airport on Saturday (January 15) after border officials allege they found illegal drugs in his luggage.

EXCLUSIVE: Boutique streamer Topic has deepened ties with the African creative community by acquiring North American streaming rights to former Academy Award submissions from South Africa and Senegal, along with movies from Kenya and Ghana.

Vasyl Lomachenko is back in action this weekend when he takes on Richard Commey from Ghana.

UK charity the Mark Milsome Foundation, which was formed after the tragic killing of British camera operator Mark Milsome on the set of BBC/Netflix show Black Earth Rising in Ghana in 2017, is launching an online health and safety course geared towards improving production safety.

‘Essiebons Special 1973 – 1984 // Ghana Music Power House’ track list:01. Ernest Honny – ‘Kofi Psych (Interlude 1)’ 04:2802. Joe Meah – ‘Dee Mmaa Pe’ 06:13 03. C.K. Mann & His Carousel 7 – ‘Yeaba’ 04:2804. Santrofi-Ansa – ‘Shakabula’ 04:1305. Seaboy & Nyame Bekyere – ‘Tinitini’ 04:16 06. Joe Meah – ‘Ahwene Pa Nkasa’ 06:5907. Ernest Honny – ‘Ernest Special’ 04:0008. Seaboy – ‘Africa’ 06:2709. Nyame Bekyere – ‘Medley’ 10:4110. Ernest Honny – ‘Say The Truth’ 06:1111. Black Masters Band – ‘Wonnin A

Sister Megan Rice was a Catholic nun and a well-known activist against nuclear weapons.Rice joined the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus when she was 18 years old. She taught elementary school for several years before beginning a long-term mission to Nigeria and Ghana, where she taught for decades.

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Gareth Southgate will not be pressurised into selecting Callum Hudson-Odoi despite the looming prospect of losing the talented Chelsea star to Ghana. The case of Hudson-Odoi's international career is a curious one.

Phil Middlemiss has spoken out on mistakenly being embroiled in a multi-billion pound international bribery scandal and facing up to 25 years in prison for the first time.The 58 year old, who starred on Coronation Street as Des Barnes from 1990 to 1998, was accused of being involved in corruption at the highest level of government in Ghana.

The 55th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival came to a close today with the awarding of its various prizes.

Gallery: The Queen of Pop! Madonna's 10 highest-grossing albums (BANG Showbiz)Tiwa Savage (Nigeria) Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania) Olakira (Nigeria) Falz the Bahd Guy (Nigeria) Sarkodie (Ghana) Vanessa Mdee (Tanzania) Joeboy (Nigeria) Darina Victry (Cameroon) Shatta Wale (Ghana) Wizkid (Nigeria) Best Hip hop Act Young T & Bugsey 'Don't Rush' Polo G 'Rapstar' Fredo 'Flowers & the Snow' Slow Thai 'Tyrone' Cardi B 'Up' Dave 'We're All Alone In This Together' Little Simz 'Woman' Nas 'King's Disease'

Naman Ramachandran Fremantle and De Maio Entertainment have signed a partnership with Afua Hirsch’s U.K.

UN human rights experts have warned that a proposed ‘family values’ bill in Ghana will establish a system of “state-sponsored discrimination and violence” against LGBTIQ+ people.

Rising Nigerian pop star Omah Lay shared the cinematic visuals for his latest single "Understand" on Friday. The single marks his first release of 2021.

Cape Town Pride has written to the South African government urging it to speak out against the proposed new law in Ghana that would completely outlaw the LGBTIQ+ community and its allies.

Details of a tyrannical anti-LGBTIQ+ bill proposed by  lawmakers in Ghana have been published, confirming that it’s a breathtaking and unprecedented attack on the most basic of human rights.

Skepta has hinted that his new EP ‘All In’ is set to be released next week, and vowed to “never quit music” following recent talk of retirement.The rapper announced his new 5-track EP last month, after hinting back in March that he might be retiring after one more song.“This Jae5 song/video featuring Rema and myself was recorded and shot last year in Ghana,” Skepta revealed in an Instagram Story earlier this year.

Ed Sheeran almost moved to Ghana for three years.

During his year-long hiatus from music, Ed Sheeran had a number of ideas of how to occupy his downtime.

Ed Sheeran has revealed how he’s had to be talked out of some major life decisions, including buying private islands and moving to Ghana for three years.The singer explained that manager Stuart Camp is always on hand when he comes up with ambitious plans in order to “talk him down” from them.“Musical stuff I never get talked down from,” he said alongside Camp on James and Oliver Phelps’ podcast Normal Not Normal, per Metro.“Stu, what’s the most ridiculous thing you’ve talked me down from

The Speaker of Parliament in Ghana has backed a new anti-LGBTQ bill and warned that the struggle for LGBTQ equality is an evil “pandemic” that’s worse than Covid-19.

Original FM . "I think it is a better place to start from if only you have the aim to play football and also, the academy that I have played for about two and a half years now has helped me to learn a lot.

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After spending three weeks in jail, 21 activists unlawfully arrested in Ghana for simply discussing LGBTIQ+ rights have been granted bail.

UN human rights experts have slammed the detention of 21 LGBTQ+ human rights defenders in Ghana who continue to be denied bail.

Headie One delivered a powerful performance of his hit ‘Ain’t It Different’ at tonight’s (May 11) BRIT Awards – you can watch a snippet below.Joined by AJ Tracey, one of the track’s two guest stars (the other being Stormzy), Headie performed inside a a box designed by Virgil Abloh featuring smeared newspaper clippings highlighted in the colours of the Ghana flag, representing Headie’s heritage.Headie, who was nominated this year for British Male Solo Artist, used the performance to speak out