A United Nations peacekeeper from Ghana has been killed alongside some civilians after clashes between rival local groups in the Abyei region on South Sudan’s border with Sudan, a U.N. statement said. According to the statement by the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), the clashes occurred in three locations in the Abyei […] The post Ghanaian
With over 60% of Ghana’s population living in rural areas, developing rural education to propel national development should be a reason d’ȇtre. Ghana’s rural development requires critical attention. The usual pittance thrown to rural dwellers particularly during electioneering periods are cardinal sins that political parties must desist from and rather pursue lasting solutions to the […] The post
China has tightened its financial industry rules as the government tries to halt a deepening sell-off in the world’s second-largest economy. Nearly $6tn (£4.7tn) has been wiped off Chinese and Hong Kong stocks since their most recent peak three years ago. The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) says the measures will create “a fairer market […] The post China
The Opposition NDC is making a strong push for a public broadcast of presidential election vote collation during general elections. A document titled “NDC Position Paper on Electoral Reforms” lists a litany of changes the party believes could significantly improve the credibility of the polls. Key proposals include an all-year-round voter registration system under which […] The post NDC
After defending the former South African president and party leader during a slew of corruption scandals, the country’s powerful governing party punished Mr. Zuma for endorsing the opposition.
Three West African countries, Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have announced their decision to break away from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) with immediate effect. These countries are currently led by militaries that seized power from civilian leaders. “After 49 years, the valiant peoples of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger regretfully and with […] The post ECOWAS
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The Human Security Department of the Ministry of National Security is working to address the problem of hazardous potholes affecting certain sections of the Spintex Road. In addition to serving as a vital thoroughfare, the road connects various neighbourhoods of Accra to other locales; however, its deteriorating condition has caused concern for both commuters and […] The post National
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The controversy over South Korean First Lady Kim Keon Hee allegedly accepting a luxury bag gift has thrown its ruling People Power Party (PPP) into disarray. Spy camera footage released late last year appeared to show a pastor presenting a Dior bag to her. Some analysts say the scandal threatens the prospects of President Yoon […] The post South Korea: First Lady’s
The National House of Chiefs has reiterated its call for the government to take far-reaching measures to comprehensively clamp down on the menace of illegal mining. The House has also stressed the need for all stakeholders to be involved in the fight against illegal mining, devoid of politics. The President of the National House of […] The post National House
The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) and five other banks have secured a court order to prevent any sale or transfer of assets of PBC Limited, including its headquarters at Number 106 Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Dzorwulu Junction in Accra. This follows a judgment secured by the six banks against PBC Limited. The other five banks include […] The post ADB,
The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), alongside five other Banks, has secured a court order to prevent any sale or transfer of assets of PBC Limited including its headquarters at Number 106 Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Dzorwulu Junction in Accra. This follows a judgment attained by the six banks against PBC Limited. The other five banks involved […] The post ADB,
The UN’s top court rules that Israel must take all measures to prevent genocidal acts in Gaza, but stops short of ordering an immediate halt to operations. Judges at the International Court of Justice delivered an interim ruling in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel. Riyad al-Maliki, the Palestinian foreign minister, says the judges ruled […] The post ICJ
A senior member of the political party Fatah – the West Bank’s ruling party and a bitter rival of Hamas – has welcomed the ICJ’s provisional ruling. Sabri Saidam tells the BBC that Israel has been handed a “yellow card” but Fatah is waiting to see how Israel responds and what happens in terms of […] The post Provisional ruling a ‘step in the right
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed John Kwaning Mbroh as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA). Kwaning Mbroh’s appointment takes effect from 1st February 2024. The current CEO, Hayford Atta Krufi, is proceeding with his retirement after holding the position since 2017. Kwaning Mbroh has expertise in pension […] The post Kwaning
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the ICJ’s ruling must be respected by all who recognise the the court, including Israel. Speaking after the court’s ruling on the application brought by his country, Ramaphosa says South Africa expects Israel, “as a self-proclaimed democracy, and as a state that respects the rule of law,” to abide […] The post Gaza
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