A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

President-elect John Mahama's Transition Team has launched secure platforms for public reporting of corruption, reinforcing transparency in governance. The post Mahama transition team launches anti-corruption platforms first appeared on 3News.

The  recent gener­al elections held on the 7th of December, 2024, recorded one of the highest voter apathy in recent polls, according to records. Voter turnout during the said elections is reported to be around 61 per cent, according to the Electoral Commissioner (EC). This figure departs from previous election figures by way of voter … The post Voter apathy – a negative trend to halt appeared

As St. Augustine’s Past Students Union (APSU) marks its 90th anniversary in December 2024, the union’s legacy reflects the enduring values of perseverance, brotherhood, and service. Origi­nally established as the Amissano Past Students Union, APSU has grown from its roots when St. Augustine’s College transitioned from Amissano to Cape Coast. Since its inception in 1934, … The post APSU

The Catholic Bishops Conference commends the National Elections Security Task Force for its exceptional role in maintaining security during 2024 elections. The post Catholic Bishops Conference commend Dampare, NESTF for peaceful polls first appeared on 3News.

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The Ghana Immigration Service has refuted false claims on social media that the recently commissioned electronic gates at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA), cost the nation $240m. In a press release issued on Thursday December 19, 2024, the Ghana Immigration Service stated emphatically that the installed E-gates at the KIA, cost the nation $1.7m and […] The post E-Gates

 The Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) initiative is not going to be a witch-hunting campaign, Pres­ident-elect John Dramani Mahama has assured. He said the mandate of the Committee is to gather information on alleged acts of corruption by members of the current admin­istration and ultimately recover what rightfully belongs to the people. President-elect John Mahama … The post Fight

 Accra Hearts of Oak will aim at bouncing back after their loss to Kumasi Asante Kotoko in their Premier League clash last weekend. The Phobians lost 1-0 to the Porcupine Warriors in the first of their biggest clashes of the season in Kumasi.  That defeat has no doubt punctured the pride of the Pho­bians, knowing … The post Hearts to bounce back against Berekum Chelsea appeared first

Nelson Amenya is hailed as a hero in Kenya after sharing details of a plan to lease the main airport.

 A News Desk Story The economy is expected to grow at a slower pace in 2025 as leadership changes and policy adjustments post-election take effect, according to the Ghana Market Outlook 2025 report by Databank Research. The report forecasts real gross domestic product (GDP) growth at 3.6 percent year-on-year, marking a moderation from the strong […] The post Economy projected

…elevating Banking Experience GCB Bank Plc, Ghana’s largest commercial Bank, has partnered with Visa, a global leader in digital payments, to introduce the exclusive GCB Visa Infinite and Visa Signature cards. This collaboration aims to meet the evolving needs of Ghana’s professionals, business owners, and frequent travellers, offering an unparalleled banking experience. Designed for high-value […] The post

The Asian African Consortium (AAC), a key player in advancing agribusiness across Africa, has officially rebranded as the African Agribusiness Consortium (AAC) Limited This transformation represents a bold step in the organization’s ongoing commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and sustainability in the African agribusiness sector. By aligning its name with its core focus, the African […] The post

In significant efforts to strengthen public health and improve vaccine access in Africa, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, the African Development Bank, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have jointly announced a US$45 million financing package for VaxSen, a subsidiary of Senegal’s Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD). The financing agreement, signed on December 13, […] The post

President Akufo-Addo’s statue which was vandalized by unknown persons has been repaired. The statue, unveiled by the President himself, had sparked widespread discontent among residents of Sekondi-Takoradi and beyond, with many, especially the youth, vowing to relocate it. The damaged section of the statue, located at the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital Roundabout, has been fixed. […] The post Akufo-Addo’s

Representatives from the Chamber of Technology paid a visit to President-elect John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday to congratulate him on his momentous win, and to express the industry’s readiness to work with his incoming administration to ensure that technology is leveraged effectively to ensure the achievement of Ghana’s economic and social impact objectives; and that […] The post