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November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

Ghana’s Black Stars Hit Hard As Eight Players Withdraw From AFCON Qualifiers

As Ghana prepares for crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola and Niger, the Black Stars face a significant setback with eight players withdrawing from the squad due to injuries and personal circumstances. Forward Inaki Williams is among those missing,

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

Ghana’s Anti-Trafficking Efforts Decline Amid Rising Cases, Warns 2024 Ibrahim Index

The 2024 Ibrahim Index of African Governance has raised alarms about Ghana's declining anti-trafficking efforts, showing a drop in effectiveness from 2018 to 2023. Once a regional leader in combating trafficking, Ghana is now facing a troubling surge in cases, undermining

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

ARDA Urges African Nations to End Dollarisation of Petroleum and Invest in Energy Independence

The African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) has called on 54 African nations to end the dollarisation of petroleum products and to develop integrated infrastructure to ensure energy security independent of developed countries, which will help stabilize their economies. Speaking at

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Rev. George Owusu-Mensah, Renowned Gospel Musician and Pastor, Passes Away

Rev. George Owusu-Mensah, the Head Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Amakom, Kumasi, and the composer of the beloved gospel song "M’atwen Awurade Anim" (“A Wait on God”), has passed away. He died early Sunday morning, as confirmed by Rev. Mrs.

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

New Manchester United Coach Ruben Amorim Acknowledges Challenges Ahead, Ready to Embrace New Role

New Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has acknowledged the challenges he faces at Old Trafford, stating he is under "no illusions" about the difficulties ahead. The 39-year-old was appointed to a two-and-a-half-year contract earlier this month. Although he officially begins

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Afenyo-Markin Declares Majority Will Not Occupy Minority Seats Amid Supreme Court Ruling on Vacant Parliamentary Seats

Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has asserted that the Majority caucus will never occupy seats designated for the Minority in Parliament, following a crucial Supreme Court ruling that stayed Speaker Alban Bagbin’s declaration of four parliamentary seats as vacant. Speaking on Monday,

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

Supreme Court to Deliver Key Ruling on Speaker Bagbin’s Vacant Seats Decision on November 12

The Supreme Court is set to deliver a landmark ruling on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, regarding the controversial decision by Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin to declare four parliamentary seats vacant. Counsel for the Speaker, Thaddeus Sory, did not appear in

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

Dr. Bawumia Announces Free Kidney Dialysis for All Patients Under NHIS Starting December 1, 2024

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, has announced that beginning December 1, 2024, kidney dialysis will be provided at no cost to all patients under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). This decision follows a successful pilot program

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Eastern Cuba, Compounding Recent Storm Damage and Challenges

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.8 struck eastern Cuba, compounding the difficulties faced by a nation still recovering from recent storms and widespread power outages. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) indicated that the quake occurred approximately 40 km (25 miles) south

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

Bruno Fernandes Shines for Manchester United After Apologizing to Erik ten Hag

Much has changed for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes since he took the initiative to apologize to Erik ten Hag following the manager's sacking and accepted his share of the blame. In the four matches since, Fernandes has made a significant