Mali: Junta announces postponement of presidential election
The ruling junta in Mali has announced the postponement of presidential elections scheduled for February 2023. In a statement, government spokesperson Abdoulaye Maïga, told journalists in Bamako that the dates initially scheduled for the two rounds of voting, February 4 and 18, 2024, would be "slightly postponed for technical reasons". Among these technical reasons, the authorities cited factors linked to the...
Pan-Africanist activist Kemi Seba arrives in Niamey
A couple dozen people turned up at Niamey's airport on Monday afternoon to greet Kemi Seba, a Franco-Beninese activist known for his criticism of France's colonial legacy in west Africa. Seba who heads the Urgence Panafricaniste movement is expected to address rallies in support of Niger's military authorities. "It is very important that the Nigerien population knows that although France gives...
Mandela’s Granddaughter Zoleka Mandela Dies After Battle With Cancer
Author and activist Zoleka Mandela, the granddaughter of Nelson Mandela and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, passed away at the age of 43 on September 25, 2023. She died after a prolonged battle with cancer, one day before her late grandmother's 87th birthday. Zoleka had been receiving extensive treatment since September 18, 2023. Recent scans showed significant disease progression, including lung fibrosis and blood...
Protect indigenous businesses – Tanker Union Secretary to Government
The Executive Secretary of the Tanker Owners Union, Ignatius Koku Doe, has called on the government to protect indigenous businesses since its collapse would spell doom for the country’s economic fortunes. He said Ghana’s economy was to a large extent dependent on the ability of local businesses to thrive, adding that allowing such businesses to face unhealthy competition would harm...
Alan conjured some of his reasons for leaving NPP – Nana B
National Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, has challenged some of the claims by former presidential aspirant Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, as basis for his resignation from the party. Nana B, in an interview on TV3 monitored by this portal, said the former Minister of Trade and Industry had to “orchestrate” and “conjure” some of his reasons...
Court strikes out injunction application filed by Police against #OccupyJulorbiHouse protestors
An Accra High Court has struck out the application for injunction filed by the Ghana Police Service, against the #OccupyJulorbiHouse protestors. This comes after the application was withdrawn by the Ghana Police Service in court on Tuesday, September 26. According to the police, the injunction was filed and served on the lawyers of Democracy Hub, Atuguba & Associates, on September...
Arsenal defender Declan Rice did not suffer serious injury in Tottenham match
Tests have shown Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice did not suffer a serious back injury during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Tottenham. The England international, who has started every league game this season, was substituted at half-time. After the game, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said Rice had "discomfort in his back" and hoped it was not long term. Rice, a £100m summer signing, was not...
Hard work is team secret – Black Queens coach Nora Hauptle
Black Queens coach Nora Hauptle is attributing the team's steady rise to hard work. The Swiss has led the team to six consecutive wins following her appointment last year. Ghana will host Rwanda in the 2nd leg of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2nd round qualifier at the Accra Sports stadium on Tuesday. The Black Queens won the 1st leg 7-0...
Dutch & Co. Ltd. enhances online presence to boost solar and LED lighting services
Dutch & Co. Ltd., a leading player in the renewable energy sector, specializing in Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and LED lighting solutions, has unveiled a fresh digital face with the launch of its revamped website. This move comes as the company continues to expand its footprint in Ghana, positioning itself as a go-to source for sustainable and cost-efficient energy solutions. The new...
Ajax v Feyenoord: Abandoned De Klassieker to be completed behind closed doors on Wednesday
The abandoned match between Eredivisie rivals Ajax and Feyenoord will resume behind closed doors on Wednesday, the Dutch FA (KNVB) has confirmed. Feyenoord led 3-0 after 56 minutes at the Johan Cruyff Arena when the game was stopped as home fans threw flares and fireworks onto the pitch. The match will be completed at 14:00 local time with no supporters present. Ajax's match...
