Japan signed an agreement with the World Health Organization (WHO) on Sunday, March 10, 2024, to provide funds for critical medical aid to Egyptian hospitals that treat injured people from the Gaza Strip. Japanese Ambassador to Cairo Oka Hiroshi said that the support estimated at $8 million is to provide critical medical supplies. Egyptian Minister […] The post Japan
The University of Ghana School of Law (UGSoL), in partnership with the Institute for Austrian and International Tax Law (Vienna University of Economics and Business) is working to deepen the appreciation and application of tax treaties among Ghanaian legal and non-legal professionals. A 26-member delegation from UGSoL is currently on a two-week study visit to […] The post University
Edem Agbana, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Ketu North, has described discussions regarding the financial implications of the Anti-Gay Bill as embarrassing. He argues that such discussions compromise the integrity of Ghana’s independence. The Ministry of Finance has expressed concerns about the financial repercussions of the Anti-Gay Bill, even urging President Akufo-Addo […] The post Anti-gay
The Ministry of Health (MoH) is set to meet with the Ministry of Finance (MoF) on Monday, March 10, to expedite the clearance and recruitment process for unemployed nurses. This decision comes in response to the dissatisfaction expressed by the Coalition of Nurses and Midwives in the Northern Region, particularly directed at the government, MoH, […] The post MoH
Gender activist, Dr. Amanda Odoi, has filed an application for an interlocutory injunction against the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and the Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, in response to the recent passage of the anti-gay bill. On February 28, 2024, Parliament approved a bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, encompassing their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Individuals […] The post Gender
The President of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, and the Chief Executive Officer of Eni Claudio Descalzi met in Abidjan on Thursday to discuss the company’s activities in the country, including the successful results of the exploration well Murene 1X on the discovery named Calao. The Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé and the […] The post Alassane
Over 230 million women and girls have undergone female genital mutilation, most of whom live in Africa, according to a report issued on Friday by the United Nations Children’s agency. In the last eight years, some 30 million people have undergone the procedure, in which external genitalia are partially or fully removed, UNICEF estimated in […] The post UNICEF: Over
A total of 72 people collapsed during the 67th Independence Parade at the Tamale Jubilee Park on Wednesday, March 6. Those who collapsed included students, service personnel and soldiers, who are said to have suffered from severe dehydration from the harsh weather conditions that characterized the day. The students and personnel stood in the scorching […] The post 72
The General Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), Thomas Tanko Musah, has questioned the theme for this year’s Independence Day anniversary, “Our Democracy, Our Pride.” According to President Akufo-Addo, this theme was inspired by Ghana’s admirable commitment to multi-party democracy and its sustained period of stability and economic growth in Africa. In […] The post GNAT
A total of 72 casualties were recorded during the 67th Independence Parade at the Tamale Jubilee Park on Wednesday, March 6. The casualties ranged from students, service personnel and soldiers, who are said to have suffered from severe dehydration from the harsh weather conditions that characterized the day. As part of the paramedic staff tasked […] The post 72 casualties
Regent University College of Science and Technology has appointed Prof. Samuel Lartey as the Vice President of the institution. Before he was appointed Vice President, Samuel served as the Executive Head of Research, Business Intelligence, Market Conduct and Media at the Ghana Association of Banks. The Board of Trustees and Council of the university announced […] The post
FBNBank has once again reiterated its unwavering dedication to the youth at the launch of the Ubuntu Equip Programme, which was launched at the British Council last Friday. The event marked the beginning of an initiative aimed at empowering young individuals with the tools, resources, and skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic world. The […] The post Our commitment
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Anthony Oppong, Chairman of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) in the Ashanti Region, has reiterated calls for the government to abolish the COVID-19 levy. He argues that these taxes are burdening traders’ revenue, especially since the COVID-19 has been declared by the World Health Organisation as no longer a […] The post GUTA
Senegal will hold its delayed presidential election on March 24, the government has said, following weeks of political turmoil and violent protests calling for an immediate vote. The announcement on Wednesday after a cabinet meeting followed a February ruling in which the country’s top court declared that outgoing President Macky Sall’s plans to hold the […] The post Senegal
Donald Trump has challenged Joe Biden to TV debates, as the rivals hurtle towards a White House rematch following their sweep of the Super Tuesday votes. The Republican said he would take part in a TV forum with the Democratic president “anytime, anywhere, anyplace” posting online in all capital letters. Mr Biden’s campaign said Mr […] The post Trump
The House of Lords is debating and voting on the government’s attempts to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda. The government has promised that the first flights to Rwanda will happen “in the spring.” This new bill makes clear in UK law Rwanda is a safe country, following a Supreme Court ruling on the government’s […] The post Flagship Rwanda bill back
At least 10 people have been killed and thousands displaced as a rebel group with alleged links to neighbouring Rwanda seized a town in Congo’s conflict-hit eastern region on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, according to reports. The seizure of Nyanzale by M23 rebels came after days of fighting with security forces, local civil society leader […] The post At
The mother of a six-year-old girl missing in South Africa since 19 February has been charged with human trafficking and kidnapping. Kelly Smith was charged along with her boyfriend, Jacquen Appollis, and two others, following their arrest. Ms Smith’s daughter, Joslin, disappeared outside her home in Saldanha Bay, near Cape Town. The four accused appeared […] The post Joslin
For Deborah Julio, the challenges are many: from religious conflicts to border disputes to forced childhood marriage.
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