Rebel forces have entered the last government-held city in mineral-rich eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, in an offensive that has forced thousands to flee across the border into Burundi, residents say. Heavy artillery and gunfire could be heard in Uvira, with terrified residents describing the situation as chaotic. The escalation in fighting comes despite the […] The post Rebels

Tourists from dozens of countries including the UK could be asked to provide a five-year social media history as a condition of entry to the United States, under a new proposal unveiled by American officials. The new condition would affect people from dozens of countries who are eligible to visit the US for 90 days […] The post US could ask foreign tourists for five-year

Two US fighter jets were tracked circling the Gulf of Venezuela on Tuesday as tensions continue to escalate between the two countries. The F/A-18 Super Hornets appeared on flight tracking sites near Maracaibo, Venezuela’s second-largest city, at around 13:00 (17:00 GMT), before circling the gulf for about 40 minutes. A US defence official told the […] The post US jets tracked

What Is Vitamin B12? Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that your body doesn’t make, so you have to get it from animal products, such as meats, dairy, and eggs, or from supplements. B12 is important because it keeps your nerve and blood cells healthy. The vitamin is water-soluble, meaning your body expels any excess through your […] The post Vitamin B12: What to Know appeared first on The

The inaugural Annual Forum for Data Producers, Users, and Enhancers has issued a strong call for sustainable and innovative financing for Ghana’s national data system, warning that the country’s development ambitions depend heavily on stable support for statistics production and use. The Forum, held in Accra under the auspices of the Ghana Statistical Service Development […] The post National

OmniBSIC Bank has strengthened its community-focused healthcare support with the official adoption of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of the Shai Osudoku District Hospital. As part of this partnership, the Bank donated specialised neonatal equipment to improve critical care for preterm and vulnerable newborns. The initiative coincided with the climax of the hospital’s World […] The post OmniBSIC

Achimota Retail Centre (ARC) has unveiled a packed calendar of events, giveaways, and entertainment and has pulled out all the stops to make this year’s Christmas season an indelible episode for shoppers and fun seekers in Accra. The festivities at ARC kicked off with a big bang on December 1st, with a Birthday Giveaway Contest […] The post Achimota Retail Centre Lights up the Holiday