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A court in Zimbabwe has granted bail to prominent opposition figure Tendai Biti following his recent arrest, in a case that has drawn attention amid growing political tensions in the country. Biti, a former finance minister and a senior member of the opposition, was arrested in the eastern city of M
Canadian authorities have arrested six individuals in connection with a large-scale car theft syndicate that allegedly targeted international markets, including Ghana. The arrests follow an extensive investigation into a criminal network accused of stealing and trafficking high-value vehicles. The o
Lincoln University has cancelled its planned honorary doctorate ceremony for John Dramani Mahama, just days before the event was scheduled to take place, sparking reactions from Ghanaian officials and raising questions about the circumstances behind the decision. The ceremony, which was set for Marc
Home kits Herzogenaurach, Germany, March 24th – Global sports company PUMA today officially launches its national team Home & Away kits for countries heading into this summer’s biggest international football competition. First revealed on the streets of New York City, the collection is now
Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi has made history once again, breaking a long-standing record previously held by Brazilian legend Pelé. Messi scored his 71st career goal from a direct free kick, surpassing Pelé’s total of 70 and cementing his status as one of football’s greatest set-piece s
Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake has opened up about the challenges he faced in pursuing a music career, revealing that one of his toughest obstacles came from his own family. In a recent interview, the singer admitted that his father initially opposed his decision to become a musician, describing him
A California civil jury has ordered Bill Cosby to pay $19.25 million to a former waitress who accused the comedian of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1972. The award includes compensation for past emotional suffering, future harm, and punitive damages, marking one of the largest civil verdic
Global oil markets experienced significant fluctuations this week as investors reacted to geopolitical developments in the Middle East. Crude oil prices fell sharply, while major stock indexes rebounded following statements suggesting a possible easing of tensions between the United States and Iran.
In a significant move to strengthen international relations and expand economic opportunities, Ghana and Colombia have signed a historic agreement aimed at deepening trade ties and enhancing cooperation between the two nations. The agreement, described by officials as a major milestone, focuses on i
A Ghanaian citizen, Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers, has filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court challenging the decision to rename the Kotoka International Airport. According to the report, the plaintiff is seeking legal clarity on the matter, arguing that the renaming raises important constitutional and
Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt Jr has offered his view on the circumstances that led to the overthrow of Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, in 1966. According to Pratt, the coup that removed Nkrumah from power was largely driven by frustration and desperation among those who carried it out.
The General Secretary of the NDC, Fifi Kwetey, has triggered widespread discussion after sharing a cryptic message on social media at a time when rumours are circulating about a possible ministerial appointment. Kwetey’s post, which simply wished followers a “great and peaceful week,” quickly drew a
A tragic military plane crash has claimed the lives of at least 34 people in Sudan, raising fresh concerns about aviation safety in conflict-affected regions. The aircraft, believed to be a military transport plane, reportedly went down under unclear circumstances, resulting in significant casualtie
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a postponement of planned military strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for at least five days, following what he described as “productive” discussions with Iranian representatives. Trump stated that the pause in military action is inten
United States-Israeli war in the Islamic Republic of Iran, shattering Africa’s economic landscape and leaving an emotional devastation. Europe is fractured, but completely. France has taken the initiative to create a platform in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, located in East Africa. More than
