Sankofaonline News Desk: October 13, 2025. Today, the Ghanaian community in Chicago and beyond pauses in profound sadness to mark a day of mourning and celebration for a life lived beautifully and quietly. The announcement of the passing of Ms. Evelyn Arko Mensah, issued by the Asantefuohene of Chicago, Nana Abayie (Nana […]

Announcement of Funeral Arrangements Prophetess Rebekah Nhyira, often known as Mama Becky, is the respected spiritual leader of the Edumfa Heavenly Ministry (Edumfa Prayer Camp) in Ghana’s Central Region. The ministry formally announces her peaceful home call. Mama Becky was the only daughter of Elder J.K. “Paapa” Mensah and Prophetess […]

ACCRA — Celebrated Ghanaian playwright and theatre scholar Dr. Mohammed ben Abdallah has died at the age of 81. The news of his passing was announced by his daughter, Akosua Abdallah, in a Facebook post on Friday, September 19, 2025. She stated that he died the day before, on Thursday, […]

By Sammy – Manhyia Palace Museum KUMASI — In the sacred heart of the Asante Kingdom, the final chapter of mourning unfolds as Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Asante people, prepares to perform the last rites for the late Queen. Following four days of elaborate funeral observances, the […]

Regina Gbevlo-Lartey, the beloved wife of Larry Gbevlo-Lartey, Esq., has passed away. Her death was confirmed in a statement from the HSRCGh team, which expressed profound sadness over the loss. Mr. Gbevlo-Lartey is the Founder, Convener, and Chairman of the organization, as well as the Special Envoy to the African […]