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The Founder and CEO of Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Galactic, Richard Branson has expressed concern about the negative impact of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill popularly known as the anti-LGBTQ Bill. Calling it a regression in human rights and foreseeing economic repercussions, the British Virgin Islands-based billionaire took to his social media platform to express his disapproval. In...
In a stunning display of resilience, Ghana’s U-20 women’s team, the Black Princesses, clinched their 11th gold medal at the African Games after orchestrating a remarkable comeback to triumph over Nigeria in an exhilarating final held at Cape Coast Stadium. The game, which took place on Thursday night, saw the Ghanaians fall behind early when goalkeeper Afi Amenyeku’s error allowed...
Power Crisis: John Jinapor
John Jinapor, the Ranking Member of Parliament’s Mines and Energy Committee, has sounded the alarm on Ghana's current power predicament. He highlighted two primary factors contributing to the nation's load shedding woes. Firstly, Jinapor pointed to the aging infrastructure of many generating plants, which frequently malfunction, disrupting the power supply system. Secondly, he emphasized the financial crunch hindering the procurement of...
Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, John Jinapor has revealed plans to wrestle all parliamentary seats held by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Savannah region. The seats, he said includes the Damongo seat held by his brother and Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor. The ruling NPP won three of the seven seats held by National Democratic Congress...
The University of Ghana has amended its academic integrity framework, particularly in its approach to plagiarism. A notice signed by the registrar, Emelia Agyei Mensah and dated February 26, 2024, revealed that the University Council and the Academic Board have greenlit a series of crucial updates, with a primary focus on combating plagiarism and other forms of academic misconduct. The revised...
Afua Asantewaa, a prominent figure in social media, has asserted that Guinness World Records (GWR) violated their contractual agreement by prematurely disclosing the outcome of her singing marathon. During an interview on GTV, she clarified that the contract stipulated she would receive the results first, allowing her to make the announcement publicly. “In the contract we signed, until I decide...
AFCON 2023
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023 ) concluded on February 11th, 2024, with a thrilling final that saw hosts Cote d’Ivoire claim a historic victory against pre-tournament favorites Nigeria. In a match filled with twists and turns, the Elephants defied the odds to clinch their third AFCON title, leaving the Super Eagles heartbroken after their dominant run. Nigeria Storms Out...
ECOWAS exit
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been rocked by the abrupt departure of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from its fold. Despite not receiving formal notification from the departing member states, ECOWAS remains steadfast in its pursuit of a negotiated resolution to the political unrest gripping these nations. The trio announced their immediate withdrawal from ECOWAS, citing...
Ghana has been invited to join the implementation of the Ukrainian Peace Formula, a ten-point plan meant to bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end. Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in a meeting with his Ghanaian counterpart, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on the sidelines of the 2024 World Economic Forum (WEF), in Davos, Switzerland, said Ghana’s involvement in the peace processes...
Ghana vs Mozambique
Chris Hughton, the coach of Ghana, acknowledges the crucial nature of their upcoming must-win match against Mozambique on Monday night in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Anything short of victory may see the Black Stars crash out of the tournament after a 2-1 loss to minnows Cape Verde and a 2-2 draw with Egypt in their first two...