Tag: African news

Communities in the North Tongu region of the Volta Region have faced a dire situation as they are engulfed by floodwaters unleashed by the Volta River Authority (VRA) from the Akosombo and Kpong Dams. The consequence of this controlled spillage has led to the displacement of thousands of residents and the destruction of properties worth […]

On Wednesday, October 11, a fire incident shook the Railways Police Station located in Adum, Kumasi, with authorities swiftly responding to manage the situation. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the police force and the Ghana National Fire Service, the flames were successfully brought under control. In a statement, the police confirmed that there were […]

In a significant legal development, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has lodged a petition with Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, urging the removal of Justice Edward Twum from overseeing the case pertaining to the confirmation application against the seizure and freezing of assets belonging to former Sanitation Minister, Cecilia Dapaah. The OSP is poised […]

In a harrowing incident on October 9, 2023, the Ghana Police Service apprehended two individuals suspected of attempted robbery. The case took a tragic turn as the suspects, Alhaji Wahab Suleiman and Ibrahim Abubakari, along with another accomplice still at large, allegedly engaged in a shootout with police officers in Ejura, Ashanti Region. The police […]

In a recent turn of events, the leader of Uganda’s main opposition party, Bobi Wine, faced arrest upon his arrival at Entebbe airport, according to an announcement by the National Unity Platform’s secretary general, David Lewis Rubongoya. The arrest comes as a significant development in the ongoing political landscape of Uganda. Bobi Wine, whose real […]

Tanzania, a nation known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and vibrant culture, has reported a significant boost in its tourism sector, raking in a substantial $3 billion in revenue from June 2022 to June 2023. This surge in earnings reflects the country’s appeal as a top travel destination in East Africa. Tourism has long […]