Three United Nations observers and a translator have been wounded by shelling in Rmeish, southern Lebanon, the UN peacekeeping mission said. Lebanon’s state news agency reported that an Israeli drone strike was behind the explosion, but the Israeli military denied it was responsible. The UN mission, Unifil, said those hurt were receiving treatment and that […] The post UN
Amidst the intensifying political climate in Ghana, characterised by the forthcoming election and the choice of a running mate for the Vice President and the NPP presidential candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the tension between prominent political figures from the Ashanti Region has become evident. The discord between the political figures from the region has become […] The post 2024
With repeated school closures and mass flights, children in Haiti have been left suffering under the shadow of the ongoing violence in the Caribbean country. The national capital Port-au-Prince remains engulfed in violence and a political power vacuum, with gangs having a stranglehold on roads and ports in the city and tens of thousands fleeing. […] The post Education, child safety
A high-tension cable has detached from the main line between the Avornyo and Gati junctions in Ashalaja, a town near Amasaman in the Ga West Municipality of the Greater Accra region. This incident, which occurred on Friday, March 29, 2024, has left the residents in a state of fear and uncertainty. Despite their efforts to […] The post Residents panic as high tension cable
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to usher in a new era of governance by appointing young leaders to his cabinet should he be elected in the upcoming December 7 elections. This groundbreaking initiative, a first in Ghana’s political history, according to him, aims to reflect the nation’s […] The post Next NDC govt
One thousand miles east of Gaza, large blocks of aid are being loaded on to a US military transport plane, its crew silhouetted by the morning sun glancing over the desert landscape around Qatar’s al-Udeid airbase. They push 80 crates into the plane’s cavernous interior, each canvas-wrapped block strapped to a cardboard pallet and topped […] The post Israel
Food enthusiasts rejoice! The 2024 Citi TV/Citi FM “Back to Your Village Food Festival” is in full swing at the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) forecourt. Vendors are proudly displaying a vibrant array of Ghana’s indigenous dishes, tempting visitors with their delicious aromas. This annual two-day event, formerly known as the “Back to Your Village Food […] The post Photos:
Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund has completed its fourth investment in just over two years since its closing, with a US$3 million preferred equity investment in Zeepay. Zeepay specialises as a Mobile Money Challenger, and is currently the biggest non-telco Mobile Money Operator in Africa by balance sheet and revenue with Mobile Money Licenses in six […] The post Zeepay
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Akwasi Agyemang, has urged contractors working on the Atibie Odweanoma road in the Eastern Region to expedite their work following this year’s Easter paragliding in Kwahu. The much-anticipated 2024 Easter Paragliding Festival has commenced in Kwahu Atibie, with hundreds of enthusiasts gathering at the Odweanoma paragliding […] The post Paragliding
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has warned Europe is in a “pre-war era” and Ukraine must not be defeated by Russia for the good of the whole continent. He said war was “no longer a concept from the past”, adding: “It’s real and it started over two years ago.” His comments came after Russia launched […] The post War a real
KFC Nigeria has issued an apology after the airport authority shut one of its outlets over alleged discrimination against a disabled client. Adebola Daniel, son of a former Nigerian state governor Gbenga Daniel, said in a post on X that he was ordered to leave a KFC outlet at Lagos airport because of his wheelchair. […] The post KFC Nigeria
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has announced plans to restructure the Youth and Sports Ministry to better serve the interests of Ghana’s youth. Speaking at the unveiling of the NDC’s National Youth Wing Secretariat and Campaign on Friday, March 29, 2024, Mr. Mahama emphasized the need for a more comprehensive […] The post 2024
On a beach in the Somali capital, Mogadishu stand six tall concrete posts planted in the pure white sand. The waves of the bright blue Indian Ocean break gently nearby – and often bear witness to some grim events. Warning: This article contains descriptions that some people may find upsetting Every so often the security […] The post Somalia’s football
One of Haiti’s most powerful gang leaders says he would consider laying down weapons if armed groups were allowed to take part in talks to establish a new government. Groups led by Jimmy Chérizier, also known as Barbecue, are in control of most of the capital Port-au-Prince. He predicted the violence which has gripped Haiti […] The post Haiti: Gang
A woman suspected of murdering an eight-year-old girl in southern Mexico was beaten to death after a mob formed from protests sparked by the killing. Violent protests began after the body of Camila Gómez was found by a road near the city of Taxco on Thursday. Footage on social media showed police watching on as […] The post Mexico: Funeral held for girl
Citi FM and Citi TV’s eagerly anticipated ‘Back to Your Village Food Festival’ set to tantalize palates takes off today, Saturday, March 30, 2024. Formerly known as the “Back to Your Village Food Bazaar,” the two-day annual event, which will end on Sunday, March 31, returns with a fresh new outlook, promising an unforgettable culinary […] The post Citi
Prominent Ghanaian gospel musician, Sonnie Badu is thrilled to announce the birth of his second son. The new child has increased his total number of children to six. The UK-based Ghanaian gospel legend shared the exciting news on social media with a photo of the baby and expressed his belief that his son will play […] The post “He’s
The New Patriotic Party (NPP), has set Saturday, April 13, 2024, to elect a Parliamentary Candidate for the Ejisu constituency by-election following the death of the MP and Deputy Finance Minister, John Ampontuah Kumah. The party in a statement signed by the General Secretary of the party Justin Kodua Frimpong announced that interested parliamentary hopefuls […] The post Ejisu
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The Board of Universal Merchant Bank Ltd (UMB) has welcomed the appointment of an advisor to support the bank’s recapitalization efforts. The Bank of Ghana’s former Head of Financial Stability, Dr. Joseph O. France, has been appointed to advise UMB’s management, monitor its recapitalization efforts, and oversee governance reforms agreed upon with the Bank of […] The post UMB
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