Niger protesters call for immediate exit of US troops
Hundreds of people have held a demonstration in Agadez in the north of Niger, calling for the immediate departure of the 1,000 American troops based there.
The protest on Sunday was called by organisations that support the military authorities who seized power last year.
It came two days after the US agreed to withdraw its forces from the Sahel nation in response to...
About 10bn barrels of oil discovered off Namibian coast
An estimated 10bn barrels of oil has been discovered in Namibia, Portuguese oil company Galp Energia has said.
The company revealed that it had made the potential find after concluding its first phase of oil exploration in the Mopane field off Namibia's coast.
“In the Mopane complex alone, and before drilling additional exploration and appraisal wells, hydrocarbon in-place estimates are 10...
Ghanaians mourn popular gospel musician Koda
Fans and fellow musicians have been paying tribute to Ghanaian gospel star Kofi Owusu Dua Anto, popularly known as Koda.
The musician died on Sunday from a condition yet to be made public. Multiple reports suggest was suffering from kidney disease.
Koda, who was also a producer, was famous for his uplifiting songwriting as well as his melodious and soulful voice,...
King Jerry Speaks Out Against Awards’ Neglect Of Ga Legends Adotey Tetor And Adane Best
Ghanaian singer and songwriter King Jerry has passionately spoken out against award schemes for overlooking Ga music legends Adotey Tetor and Adane Best, despite their significant contributions over the years.
In an exclusive interview with Mzvel, host of Movement Showbiz on Movement TV, King Jerry expressed his frustration, stating,
"I always have to push this agenda and fight on any radio...
Three more ambassadors join King Kanu at Sportsbet.io
Sportsbet.io’s has announced three more high-profile ambassadors, all ‘joining the crypto experience’ alongside a team of superstars that already includes Nwankwo Kanu, Brett Lee and King Kaka.
The first of the latest intake is Brian Dennis, a web3 executive who is passionate about using blockchain solutions to solve real-world problems, who has grown a following of more than 75,000 people...
Impact of AI, hybrid work top HR challenges in 2024
Navigating the impact of artificial intelligence and hybrid work models will be the top challenges affecting the role of HR professionals in 2024. These were the main points emerging from the HR Connect event held today, hosted by SAP at the Maslow Hotel in Johannesburg.
Kholiwe Makhohliso, Managing Director for Southern Africa at SAP, says business and HR leaders are...
The whole truth about whole grains
According to a new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) entitled The Whole Truth about Whole Grains, there is huge opportunity in food system transformation, but it’s critical to change what is grown, processed and consumed thoughtfully and gradually.
Currently, most of the grains are stripped of the bulk of their important nutrients, and these “refined” grains are a substantial contributor to...
Government Provides Ghc2.7m in Urgent Support for Koffekrom Disaster Victims
The Government of Ghana through the Obuasi Municipal Assembly (OMA) has provided GH 270,000 in relief items and cash to the 600 people displaced by recent rainstorm at Koffekrom in the Obuasi Municipality.
The gesture which was presented to the Chiefs and people of Koffekrom by the Chief Executive of the Obuasi Municipal Assembly Hon. Elijah Adansi- Bonah is to...
Biden vows ‘ironclad’ support for Israel amid Iran attack fears
President Joe Biden has promised Israel "ironclad" US support amid fears that Tehran could launch reprisals for an attack that killed senior Iranians.
Mr Biden warned that Iran is threatening to launch a "significant attack" after Israel struck the Iranian consulate in Syria 10 days ago.
"We're going to do all we can to protect Israel's security," he added.
Earlier on Wednesday,...
Fire guts Madina market
Fire has razed parts of the Madina Market in Accra on Wednesday night.
According to the state broadcaster, GBC, the fire started around 9:00pm.
Fire fighters from the Ghana National Fire Service were at the scene to douse the fire around the same time.
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The state broadcaster said about 50 stalls had already been destroyed by the fire.
It is not clear yet...
