South African President Ramaphosa promises to end xenophobic attacks
South Africa President, Cyril Ramaphosa has promised to address xenophobic attack in his country. Mr. Ramaphosa who is on a state visit to Ghana described the attacks as a challenging period in the history of the country. He admitted dealing with issues of Migration in south Africa is a challenge describing it as a fault […]
Barcelona extends contract with Ansu Fati
Barcelona have announced that Ansu Fati has put pen to paper on fresh terms at Camp Nou, extending his current deal until the summer of 2022 – with a further option of two other years. On top of that, the club confirmed that a bumper new release clause has been set at €170m, a €70m increase on […]
2 farmers jailed for illegal mining
The Nkawie Circuit Court in the Atwima Mponua District of Ashanti Region, has sentenced two farmers who engaged in illegal mining in the Jimira Forest Reserve, near Nyinahin, to two years imprisonment each, in hard labour. Duut Yusifu and Moses Tiidabe, the convicts, pleaded guilty to unlawful entry, causing damage and involvement in illegal mining […]
Takoradi: Green buildings to receive 30% reduction in permit fees
The Chief Executive of the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly, Anthony Sam says the Assembly has instituted a policy of a 30 per cent reduction in building permit fees. He said all these developments are certified with Excellence In Design for Greater Efficiencies, EDGE, a green building certification system. Speaking at a stakeholders meeting in Accra, Mr. […]
21 police personnel under probe for misconduct
The Ghana Police Service has placed 25 policemen under investigations, following public complaints of alleged unprofessional behaviours. The complaints were received from civilians through recently advertised police contact lines for the public to report errant policemen and women. The call centre was activated on November 11, 2019, with the police asking the public to reach […]
Nigeria’s Buhari launches national security roadmap
Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has launched a national security roadmap dubbed ”Restoring Security to Nigeria”. The roadmap outlines effective ways to tackle threats to the security of Nigerians throughout the country. The president said the strategy will guarantee a more secure environment for all Nigerians. The security strategy prioritises lives and applies innovative and more […]
Transport-related carbon emissions could increase by 25%
CO2 emissions generated by transport in the tourism sector could increase by nearly 25 per cent by 2030 and go from 1.597 billion tons in 2016 to 1.998 billion tons in just eleven years, according to a report presented at the United Nations Climate Summit (COP25). However, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International […]
IGP pays working visit to Bono East Region
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) James Oppong-Boanuh has paid a working visit to Yeji and Busunya in the Bono East Region to assess the situation after some members of the community attacked the Yeji and Busunya Police stations. A statement issued by the Police Public Affairs Directorate says during the visit, the IGP held meetings […]
Meghan Markle’s wedding bombshell… Royal family furious!
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry’s wife, known for her role in the hit TV show Suits, found herself in hot water after she disobeyed the orders of Queen Elizabeth and other members of the Royal Family. Apparently, things have been going downhill for a while; but now it’s safe to say the boat has sunken according […]
Dozens die as migrant boat sinks off Mauritania coast
At least 57 people have died after their boat capsized off the coast of Mauritania, says the UN migration agency. The vessel left The Gambia a week ago carrying 150 migrants, according to the International Organisation for Migration. Survivors told the UN that the boat was running low on fuel when it approached the Mauritanian […]
