British High Commissioner joins Bawumia open new Tamale International Airport

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia inaugurated the new Tamale International Airport in the presence of British High Commissioner to Ghana, Harriet Thompson, UK’s Department for Business and Trade’s Country Director Giselle Agyare, and UK’s Northern Ghana Attaché, Paul Edwards. This UK-supported infrastructure project, facilitated by UK Export Finance (UKEF), aims to enhance connectivity in Ghana […]

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It’s tough reaching out to the latest crop of musicians to work with – MzBel

Ghana’s renowned hip-life artist, Belinda Nana Ekua Amoah, widely recognized as MzBel, has discussed the challenges she encounters when seeking collaborations with emerging musicians in the industry. Speaking on Onua FM’s “Adwuma Adwuma” with Felicia Osei, MzBel expressed that connecting with new and young artists for collaborations proves arduous due to their reluctance and disinterest. […]

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Verna supports physically challenged street hawker with GHS 5000

Once again, the transformative initiative by Verna Purified Drinking Water, under the Twellium Foundation, has addressed the struggles of a vulnerable individual on the streets of Accra. Gladys Blessings Podjer, a physically challenged single parent of two, spent thirteen years street hawking to support her family. Through the Verna Changing Lives Campaign’s “Accra Turning Point” […]

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Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon wins historic third world 1500m gold medal

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon clinched her third gold in the 1,500m at the Budapest World Championships, while Italy’s Gianmarco Tamberi also made a notable performance. Kipyegon, the current top runner, continues her remarkable run in 2023, adding to her impressive accolades. “I was chasing history today, and I succeeded,” she exclaimed, holding the unique distinction of […]

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BRICS Summit Focuses on building mutual financial system

The Brazil India China South Africa Summit has sparked discussions about easing regulations that hinder the bloc’s aim to establish a new currency. This BRICS currency is anticipated to bolster trade within the nations, especially benefiting small businesses. President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa emphasized the importance of a predictable global payment system, smooth financial […]

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Zimbabwean Voters in opposition strongholds lament delays

Zimbabwe’s presidential election encountered turmoil as election officials extended voting until Thursday due to delays of up to 10 hours, particularly in opposition strongholds. President Emmerson Mnangagwa seeks a final term in a nation with a history of violent and contested elections. Chaotic scenes marked polling stations, with late-delivered ballot papers leading to the suspension […]

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Somalia’s Government Bans TikTok, Telegram and Online Betting

Somalia’s government has barred the popular social media platforms TikTok and Telegram, as well as the online betting site 1XBET, alleging their exploitation by “terrorists” for propaganda. The move aligns with the government’s upcoming military push against the al-Shabaab Islamist group, which has waged a 15-year insurgency against Mogadishu’s central government. Issuing a statement, the […]

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Hugues Zango Wins First World Triple Jump Title in Budapest

Hugues-Fabrice Zango, hailing from Burkina Faso, clinched his inaugural world title in the triple jump at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. On Monday, he achieved an astonishing 17.64-meter leap, overshadowing competitors Lazaro Martinez and Cristian Napoles, both from Cuba, who secured the silver and bronze medals, respectively. Zango, a source of immense national pride […]

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