Senegal will hold its delayed presidential election on March 24, the government has said, following weeks of political turmoil and violent protests calling for an immediate vote. The announcement on Wednesday after a cabinet meeting followed a February ruling in which the country’s top court declared that outgoing President Macky Sall’s plans to hold the […] The post Senegal

A former Google software engineer has been charged by the US with stealing trade secrets about artificial intelligence (AI) while secretly working for two Chinese companies. Linwei Ding, also known as Leon Ding, was indicted in California on four charges and arrested on Wednesday. The Chinese national allegedly stole more than 500 confidential files. If […] The post Ex-Google

The Ga Dangme Council has stated that it will not accept attempts to dilute the origins of Tetteh Quarshie. The council insists that historical records confirm Tetteh Quarshie’s roots in Osu, Greater Accra Region, and not Mampong in the Eastern Region. Delivering a speech at the 67th Independence Day celebration in Koforidua on Wednesday, March […] The post We’ll

Richard Ahiagbah, the Communications Director of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), has affirmed the government’s commitment to the construction of the national cathedral. He insists that the project is not misguided and is currently in progress. He made the remark on the back of a symbolic commissioning of the unfinished National Cathedral project by […] The post National

The Electoral Commission (EC) is scheduled to hold an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting today. The purpose of the meeting is to address issues related to the December 7 elections, notably the electoral calendar for the polls. However, the two major political parties have indicated that the EC has not yet officially communicated with them […] The post EC

The Electoral Commission (EC) is scheduled to hold an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting today. The purpose of the meeting is to address issues related to the December 7 elections, notably the electoral calendar for the polls. However, the two major political parties have indicated that the EC has not yet officially communicated with them […] The post EC

First Deputy Minority Whip, Ahmed Ibrahim, has asserted that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is employing various tactics to avoid assenting to the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill. Parliament approved the bill on February 28, 2024, criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, as well as their promotion, advocacy, and funding. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has since pledged to await the […] The post Akufo-Addo

The General Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), Thomas Tanko Musah, has questioned the theme for this year’s Independence Day anniversary, “Our Democracy, Our Pride.” According to President Akufo-Addo, this theme was inspired by Ghana’s admirable commitment to multi-party democracy and its sustained period of stability and economic growth in Africa. In […] The post GNAT

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) will today, Thursday, meet its National Executive Committee to decide on the potential running mate presented by the party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama. John Dramani Mahama, on February 27, submitted his choice of a running mate to the party’s leadership for consideration ahead of the 2024 general elections. Former vice […] The post NDC’s

FBNBank has once again reiterated its unwavering dedication to the youth at the launch of the Ubuntu Equip Programme, which was launched at the British Council last Friday. The event marked the beginning of an initiative aimed at empowering young individuals with the tools, resources, and skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic world. The […] The post Our commitment

The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has urged Ghanaians to move away from the misconception of foreign aid. The party asserts that actions speak louder than words, referring to the “Ghana Beyond Aid” slogan promoted by the Akufo-Addo administration. In a statement released and signed by the Spokesperson of the CPP’s Interim Council, Dr Akwasi Bosompem, […] The post Let’s

Over 200 residents from border communities have sought refuge in various parts of the North East region following a suspected attack in Nagudi, Togo. Residents from Tantra 2, Tambeng, and Jangbande have reportedly evacuated their communities, seeking safety in nearby towns and villages, including Yunyoo, Bunkpurugu, and Wanchiki. A Togolese community was allegedly targeted by […] The post Over

Over 200 residents from border communities have sought refuge in various parts of the North East region following a suspected attack in Nagudi, Togo. Residents from Tantra 2, Tambeng, and Jangbande have reportedly evacuated their communities, seeking safety in nearby towns and villages, including Yunyoo, Bunkpurugu, and Wanchiki. A Togolese community was allegedly targeted by […] The post Over

A total of 72 casualties were recorded during the 67th Independence Parade at the Tamale Jubilee Park on Wednesday, March 6. The casualties ranged from students, service personnel and soldiers, who are said to have suffered from severe dehydration from the harsh weather conditions that characterized the day. As part of the paramedic staff tasked […] The post 72 casualties

A total of 72 people collapsed during the 67th Independence Parade at the Tamale Jubilee Park on Wednesday, March 6. Those who collapsed included students, service personnel and soldiers, who are said to have suffered from severe dehydration from the harsh weather conditions that characterized the day. The students and personnel stood in the scorching […] The post 72

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is expected to continue its vetting of nominees for various ministerial positions later today. The Committee on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, vetted five of the nominees presented for various ministerial positions by President Akufo-Addo on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Speaking to Citi News ahead of the vetting today, First Deputy […] The post Ministerial