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Tomato Markets National Democratic Congress (NDC) Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has urged Ghanaian tomato farmers to transition toward varieties suitable for industrial processing, arguing that a mismatch between what farmers grow and what factories need is costing the country both produce and foreign exchange. Speaking during the Greater Accra Region Thank You Tour, Asiedu Nketia pointed out that while farmers frequently produce large tomato surpluses, they still struggle to find buyers, even as Ghana continues to import tomatoes and processed tomato products. He explained that the disconnect stems from factories requiring specific paste-grade varieties that most local farmers do not…

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has been ruled out of the first leg of the Champions League last-16 tie against Galatasaray through injury – but he could be back for the visit of Tottenham at the weekend. The 33-year-old Brazilian sustained the injury in a training session shortly before Liverpool flew to Turkey for Tuesday’s match at RAMS Park. Reds boss Arne Slot told a news conference on Monday that Alisson felt minor discomfort and after consultation with the club’s medical staff did not travel to Istanbul with the rest of the squad. Liverpool have not disclosed specifics about the injury. “Ali, of course, was in the session as…

Mercedes-Benz Group AG is exploring the possibility of sharing its South African manufacturing plant with Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor Co., a move that could strengthen the facility amid US trade tariffs, according to people familiar with the matter. The companies are reportedly in talks to co-manufacture vehicles at Mercedes’ plant in East London, Bloomberg reported. GWM representatives have submitted a proposal to South Africa’s Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, expressing interest in producing vehicles locally. Neither company provided further details, with Mercedes stating only that it “strives to ensure all production sites remain globally competitive” and GWM noting…

The Ministry of the Interior has officially released the results of the 2025 to 2026 aptitude test conducted for applicants seeking recruitment into the country’s major security agencies. The announcement marks a critical stage in the ongoing centralized recruitment process managed through the Centralised Services E Recruitment Portal (C-SERP).The aptitude test forms part of the national recruitment exercise for four key security institutions including the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Immigration Service, Ghana National Fire Service and Ghana Prisons Service.Thousands of applicants across the country participated in the online aptitude test as part of the government’s effort to ensure transparency and…

Ghana marks milestone in child labour elimination through cocoa project  – Ghana Business News HomeGeneral NewsGhana marks milestone in child labour elimination through cocoa project 

The Adenta Circuit Court 1 has remanded a self-styled international radio marriage counsellor into Police custody over alleged possession of indecent images of a child.   Rev. Dr. Ebenezer Conduah, a minister, has been charged with indecent image or photograph of a child, contrary to Section 62 of the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1080), and dealing with a child for the purpose of sexual abuse.   The court, presided over by Mrs Sedinam Awo Kwadam, did not take his plea and remanded him into lawful custody pending further investigations.   This followed a request by the prosecution, led by Deputy Superintendent of Police Fuseini Yakubu, for Rev. Conduah to be remanded to allow for…

By Kazeem Ugbodaga Nigerian billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote has once again retained his position as Africa’s richest man, according to the latest Forbes Africa Billionaires ranking, reinforcing his long-standing dominance in the continent’s wealth hierarchy. The 2026 Forbes list places Dangote’s net worth at about $28.5 billion, keeping him firmly at the top of Africa’s billionaire rankings ahead of other wealthy business leaders across the continent. The ranking reflects a year of strong gains for Africa’s wealthiest individuals, whose combined fortunes climbed significantly due to improved stock market performance, stronger corporate profits and relative currency stability in some African economies.…

Play Brightcove video’I’m A Celebrity… South Africa’ is back for the first time since 2023 and will air in April. Here’s ITV News Entertainment Reporter Rishi Davda on what’s in store for the contestants and viewersJoining Sir Mo and Collina will be Scarlett Moffatt, Adam Thomas, Ashley Roberts, David Haye, Beverley Callard, Seann Walsh, Sinitta, Craig Charles, Jimmy Bullard and Harry Redknapp.It is the second season of I’m a Celeb South Africa, the spin-off show which swaps the Australian jungle for Kruger National Park and features returning celebs as its main draw.Sam Thompson and Kemi Rodgers during a photocall for…

The abrupt shutdown of KOKO Networks in Kenya, a climate-tech firm, marks a key moment for the carbon credit sector, exposing major issues with market integrity and regulatory compliance. The Kenyan government denied KOKO Networks a crucial Letter of Authorization (LoA), needed for international carbon credit sales under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. This denial cut off KOKO’s revenue, leading to its collapse into administration. This event, rather than signaling a retreat from clean technology, serves as a clear warning against business models built on unclear methods and unproven carbon claims. The Kenyan government withheld KOKO Networks’ LoA due…

Economy Growth Ghana’s impressive macroeconomic turnaround risks becoming a false floor unless the government moves decisively to expand manufacturing and reduce its dependence on imports, a leading economist has warned. Dr Daniel Anim-Prempeh, Chief Economist at the Public Initiative for Economic Development (PIED), says the headline numbers, while encouraging, do not reflect the structural changes needed to sustain growth once international oversight ends. “We are not totally out of our economic mess. We still have an issue with the cocoa sector, we’re still battling electricity challenges, and government has yet to pay outstanding salaries of some workers,” he said in…

  Cyril George Carstensen Lutterodt, popularly known as Counsellor Lutterodt, has been arrested and detained by the Ghana Police Service for allegedly inciting violence and engaging in offensive conduct. According to the police, his incitement was likely to cause a breach of the peace under the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29) and the Public Order Act, 1994 (Act 491). This followed comments he made claiming the late Daddy Lumba was buried at an East Legon residence, urging Ga youth to exhume the body, sparking outrage. He reportedly urged Ga youth to go to the location with pickaxes to exhume…

Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson Ghana has significantly broadened its crackdown on border smuggling, extending a land transit ban that initially targeted cooking oil to cover nine categories of consumer and industrial goods, including rice, sugar, textiles and pharmaceutical products. Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson issued the expanded directive on Monday following a meeting with Acting Commissioner of Customs Aaron Akanor and senior leadership of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). Under the new policy, rice, sugar, flour, cooking oil, pasta and spaghetti, canned tomatoes, frozen products, textiles, and pharmaceutical products will no longer be permitted…

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Ghana has inducted 130 new members, urging them to embrace technology, uphold the highest ethical standards and position themselves as strategic partners in a rapidly evolving business environment.The induction ceremony, held on 28 February 2026 under the theme ‘Accountancy Redefined: Shaping Future Skills’, marked the formal transition of students into fully qualified ACCA members, joining a globally recognised professional body with a presence in over 170 countries.Col Carl Noble Doe-Dei Alorse, ACCA Chairperson, giving the welcome address at the ACCA Induction ceremonyChairperson of the ACCA Ghana Network Panel, Colonel Carl Noble Doe Dei-Alorse,…

2 Luxury retailers in Nigeria and beyond are reframing the conversation: women are not merely symbols of elegance or style—they are engines of innovation, community development, and economic progress. This perspective was at the heart of a press conference on Monday in Abuja, which marked both the 2026 International Women’s Day and the 50th anniversary of Raymond Weil, in partnership with the 19 Hole Group. Speakers highlighted the global observance of Women’s Month as more than a celebration of style—it is a recognition of women as key drivers of ideas, opportunities, and societal transformation. Miss Onyekachi Okpara, Director of Kare…

Eric Opoku Ghana’s Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has taken the country’s agricultural transformation agenda to one of the world’s most prominent development forums, arguing before a gathering of world leaders and economists in Rome that modernising farming is Ghana’s most direct answer to a worsening youth employment crisis. Opoku spoke during a panel session at a high-level policy dialogue organised under Italy’s Mattei Plan for Africa, convened in partnership with the World Bank Group and Banca d’Italia to identify practical strategies for tackling unemployment across the continent. The session was themed “Laying the Groundwork for Jobs in…

court A landmark ruling by Ghana’s Court of Appeal has drawn a firm legal boundary around tax incentive planning, establishing that companies registered under the free zones regime cannot switch to a more favourable rate applicable to general exporters once their concessionary period expires. The case, Blue Sky Product Ghana Limited v Commissioner, Ghana Revenue Authority, Suit No. CM/TAX/0014/21, was decided on 25 January 2024 and has since become a defining reference point in Ghana’s tax jurisprudence. Blue Sky Products Ghana Limited, a company registered as a free zone entity, self-assessed its income taxes at a rate of eight percent…

GOIL PLC and Star Oil Ghana have warned customers about possible fuel shortages at some filling stations across the country following a technical problem with the Integrated Customs Management System.In a public notice to customers, GOIL explained that the system, which is used to process tax liabilities for oil marketing companies, has been experiencing an outage since Thursday.According to the company, the problem has prevented oil marketing companies from loading petroleum products from fuel depots for distribution to service stations.It noted that because of the disruption, some of its stations across the country may temporarily run low on fuel.The Group…

A legal practitioner and public affairs analyst, Justice Osai Ahiakwo, has warned that Nigeria’s political system, when driven by deception rather than conscience, ultimately impoverishes citizens and undermines national development. In a statement, Ahiakwo argued that as Nigeria approaches another election cycle, the country must confront an uncomfortable truth, saying the character of its politics often mirrors the nature of dominant political parties. Parties not founded on conscience, he said, inevitably produce leaders lacking honour and genuine public spirit. Platforms built on expediency rather than principle gradually promote politicians motivated more by personal ambition than public service. Loyalty becomes transactional,…

India is poised to play a significant role in the transformation of the post-World War II world order, now teetering on the verge of collapse. South African Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, Zuko Godlimpi, addressed this pivotal issue during the 2nd annual India-South Africa Business Conclave in Pretoria.Godlimpi noted that as a young democracy born two years after World War II, India now finds itself in a distinct position. By the centenary of its independence in 2047, India aims to transition from a junior partner to a senior partner in crafting this new world order. The strategic alliance…

Img Wa Leadership Built on Action. Growth Driven by Vision. Unity Powered by Service. For more than two decades, James Owusu has remained a committed servant of the New Patriotic Party, dedicating his time, resources, and leadership to strengthening the Party both in Ghana and within the diaspora. His journey within the Party reflects a consistent record of service, growth, and results. From his early days as a TESCON Public Relations Officer, to serving as Branch Youth Organizer, two-term Chapter Chairman of the Cincinnati Chapter, and now First Vice Chairman of NPP-USA, his leadership has been marked by discipline, unity-building,…

Cracks are emerging on the labour front as the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has declared it cannot yet endorse the indefinite nationwide strike initiated by the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG), which is crippling government operations across the country. In an interview with JoyNews’ Rafiq Salam, the General Secretary of TUC, Joshua Ansah, explained, “I cannot confirm support or opposition at this stage because I have not yet received details on the reasons for the strike. “We will engage with their leadership, and if necessary, extend our support. After all, if you affect one worker, you…

Mr Kwesi Afreh Biney, the Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), has disclosed that the pension scheme recorded a total asset value and investments of over GH₵25 billion at the end of 2025.He said the figure represents an increase from the GH₵20.4 billion recorded at the end of 2024, reflecting improved performance of many SSNIT investments and ongoing efforts to strengthen accountability and strategies to improve underperforming assets.Mr Biney disclosed this during a stakeholder forum organised by SSNIT in partnership with the Trades Union Congress (TUC) in Wa on Monday to educate and sensitise workers on…

Poor air quality affects lives and livelihoods across Ghana and is increasingly shaping the country’s public health and development outlook, with implications extending far beyond the environment. From rising health costs to lost productivity and pressure on urban systems. Air pollution cuts across various sectors, including transport, energy, waste management, agriculture and industry, making coordinated action a necessity.In response to these, a new Investment Case for Improved Air Quality and Health is being developed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ghana, with funding from the Clean Air Fund.The initiative is intended to serve as a strategic tool to…

Nollywood actor Daniel Etim-Effiong has spoken on the place his wife holds in his life, saying she comes before his children. Naija News reports that the actor made this known during a conversation on the Mansplanation podcast, where he talked about his family and how he arranges his priorities at home. During the discussion, Etim-Effiong explained that his love for his wife, Toyosi, is stronger than the love he has for his children. According to him, his wife remains the most important person in his life, even though he shares a deep connection with his kids. He said his children…

The Gomoa Central District Assembly in the Central Region joined the rest of the country last Friday to commemorate Ghana’s 69th Independence Day, with a call on citizens not to take the nation’s freedom for granted.Delivering an address at the celebration held at Gomoa Abaasa, the District Chief Executive for Gomoa Central, Hackman Kobina Aidoo, reminded Ghanaians that the independence and liberties they enjoy today were achieved through sacrifice and determination.“As we celebrate this historic day, let us remember that the freedom we are enjoying today was not handed to us on a silver platter. It was earned through intense…

By Ewoenam Kpodo, GNA Ho, Mar. 09, GNA – Prof Lydia Aziato, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Ho, says building stronger women is a key strategy for national development. She noted that women remained central to Ghana’s economic productivity, social stability and global competitiveness, citing the achievements of distinguished Ghanaian women such as Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, Ghana’s first female Vice President, and Annie Ruth Jiagge, the first female judge in the Commonwealth. Prof Aziato made the remarks while presenting at the 2026 Volta Women Leadership Conference organised by GloryHill Women Empowerment LBG in collaboration with Ho Technical University (HTU) to mark International Women’s Day. She said no nation could maximise its development potential…

The United States Embassy in Nigeria has warned of a possible terrorist threat targeting US facilities and US-affiliated schools in the country. In a security notice issued via its website on Monday, the embassy said the alert was intended to inform American citizens in Nigeria of potential risks and advised them to take additional precautions when visiting U.S. diplomatic missions and affiliated institutions. According to the notice, U.S. citizens should exercise increased vigilance when travelling to its offices in Abuja and Lagos, as well as schools affiliated with the United States. “The U.S. Embassy in Abuja informs U.S. citizens of…

President William Ruto: “I struggle to understand the argument that using infrastructure assets to finance additional infrastructure amounts to selling the family silver.” facebook.com

Confindustria Assafrica & Mediterraneo participated in Rome, in the Joint Celebration of Ghana’s 69th Independence Day, organized by the Ghanaian Embassies in the Italian Republic and the Holy See, on the theme “Building Prosperity, Restoring Hope.” The event opened with remarks by H.E. Mona Helen Kabuki Quartey, Ambassador of Ghana to Italy, and H.E. Ben Assorow, Ambassador of Ghana to the Holy See, along with Federico Bernardi, Deputy Head of the Office for Central and West Africa at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The celebration was not only a moment of celebration and conviviality, but also an…

KuPS sports director Sixten Bostrom has described the signing of Kasim Adams as a significant boost for the Finnish club. The Ghanaian defender has signed a two-year contract with the Finnish side, arriving as a free agent after spells across several European leagues. Bostrom believes Adams’ experience and physical presence will strengthen the team’s defensive structure. “Kasim is a very suitable stopper for us in terms of ball possession. He can open the game with quality, both with short and longer passes,” Bostrom said. “In addition, he brings physicality and strong heading ability to our defence in both penalty areas.”…

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has reacted to the backlash that followed a viral video showing her conducting a deliverance session for a school pupil during an outreach programme. Naija News reports that the controversy began after a video surfaced online showing the actress praying for a young girl during a visit to a school. The clip quickly spread across social media and drew criticism from several public figures and online commentators, including comedian I Go Save, who questioned her actions. Following the reactions, Tonto Dikeh shared a message on her Instagram page where she addressed the criticism and spoke about…

In February 2026, Johannesburg remains the most expensive city among South Africa’s three major metros for groceries for eight consecutive months. However, Durban in KwaZulu-Natal has overtaken Cape Town in the Western Cape as the second-most-expensive major metro.  This is according to data from the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity (PMBEJD) group, which tracks the cost of a household food basket across the three major provinces. The PMBEJD report found that while 14 of the 44 tracked food items became cheaper or saw no increases year-on-year, the other 30 experienced price hikes, with seven items seeing double-digit inflation. South Africa’s…

“We must fast-track the transition to renewable energy and reimagine Africa’s future. If the continent were powered by clean energy, including solar, geothermal, and hydro, the Middle East crisis would not have the same far-reaching impact,” said Prime Cabine facebook.com

Over the past two decades, Ghanaians have witnessed a familiar cycle in the country’s railway sector: a new government takes office, a railway master plan is announced, ambitious maps are displayed, and promises of transformation dominate headlines. Yet when one travels across the country, from Sekondi to Kumasi, from Accra toward the Volta Basin, the visible reality often tells a different story. Tracks remain underutilized, stations abandoned, and freight that once moved by rail continues to crowd the highways in trucks. This raises a difficult but necessary question: what happened to the Ghana Railway Master Plan?The idea of a comprehensive…

Ghana is confronting a threat that no longer fits within routine enforcement frameworks.High-tech galamsey (HTG) has evolved far beyond informal, small-scale illegality. It is mechanised. It is networked. It is financed. It operates with logistical sophistication and, in some cases, with quiet political protection. Over the past decade, it has entrenched itself deeply in forest reserves and river bodies, leaving behind ecological scars that may take generations to heal.The Mahama-led administration has shown a visible commitment to the fight. The establishment of NAIMOS, the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, signalled seriousness. Its field operations, reinforced by the Blue Water Guards…

Gospel musician Celestine Donkor marked two decades in music ministry with a powerful night of worship at the 12th edition of Celestial Praiz, held on March 6, 2026, at Victory Bible Church, Awoshie. The event, dubbed Celestial Praiz XII, brought together gospel lovers, ministers and church groups for an evening that celebrated both faith and the impact of the award-winning singer’s ministry over the past 20 years. The programme began right on schedule at 3:55pm, setting the tone for a well organised worship encounter that blended music, prayer and moments of reflection. From the opening ministration, the auditorium was filled…

13 Africa’s development journey is entering a defining phase. The continent must industrialise rapidly to lift millions out of poverty, expand infrastructure and power economic growth. Yet it must also respond to increasing global pressure to reduce carbon emissions and transition toward cleaner energy systems. This delicate balancing act framed discussions at the “Green Conference 2026” in Lagos, an event that went beyond conversations to outline practical strategies for Africa’s decarbonisation journey. Organised by GreenPlinth Africa Limited, the three-day conference, themed “Decarbonising Africa: Pathway to Climate Finance, Sustainable Growth and Green Economy,” brought together policymakers, investors and sustainability advocates to…

The second season of the all stars version of I’m a Celebrity… South Africa is back and the official line-up has now been confirmed.Pre-recorded last year, celebrities who were a contestant on previous seasons of the beloved ITV show flew out to South Africa to slum it in camp and undergo gruelling trials all in the hopes of being crowned the I’m a Celebrity legend.The first season of the spin-off show aired in 2023 with Myleene Klass taking the crown and being name the first Legend of the show. Three years later, the South African version has finally returned to…

Kenyan journalist Larry Madowo Kenyan journalist Larry Madowo has criticised Nigeria’s visa charges for Kenyan travellers, describing the policy as an imbalance in travel arrangements between the two African nations. Madowo raised the concern on social media on Monday, saying he was required to pay about $80 (around KSh10,300) for a Nigerian visa despite Kenya allowing Nigerians to enter the country without visas. “Nigerians don’t need a visa to come to Kenya, but as a Kenyan passport holder I am still charged over KSh10,000 ($80) for a single-entry visa,” the journalist wrote. Kenya expanded its visa-free policy to most African…

Ghana Fixed Income Market Ghana’s fixed income market posted total trading volume of GHS 1,072,525,682 across 410 transactions on Monday, 09 March 2026, as government bonds and treasury bills dominated activity on the Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM). New Government of Ghana (GoG) notes and bonds led primary market activity, recording GHS 335,736,281 across 19 deals, while Treasury Bills (T-Bills) contributed GHS 230,442,436 from 363 transactions, reflecting strong short-term investor participation. Sell/buy-back trades on GoG notes and bonds were the single largest segment by volume, reaching GHS 506,346,965 across 28 transactions, underscoring continued institutional appetite for collateralised short-term liquidity operations…

The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight Chinese nationals and two Ghanaians in connection with an alleged cable theft and metal export operation involving cables belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).The suspects were apprehended during a police operation at the Kpone Industrial Area in Tema on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at about 3:30 p.m.The raid was carried out by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in collaboration with officials from the Ministry of Energy after intelligence suggested that stolen ECG cables were being processed at a facility operated by Sentuo Company.Briefing journalists in Accra on Monday, March 9, 2026,…

As the world marked International Women’s Day 2026 under the theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls”, the Developing Women for Mobilisation (DWM) organisation used the occasion to pay tribute to its late President, H.E. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. The commemoration served as both a celebration of global female achievement and a solemn reaffirmation of the organisation’s mission to uphold the rights of women and girls, a cause to which the late former First Lady dedicated her life. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings was remembered as a pioneer who fundamentally shifted the landscape of gender equality in Ghana. Her advocacy focused…

A renowned Nigerian economist and elder statesman, Prof. Gesiye Angaye, has issued a stark warning to the Nigerian political class, condemning what he described as a profound moral collapse amid widespread suffering. In an article titled “Dancing on the Graves: Moral Collapse, Elite Indifference, and the Crisis of State Responsibility in Nigeria”, delivered on Monday as part of activities marking his 90th birthday, Prof. Angaye accused the elite of celebrating and focusing on electoral ambitions while ordinary citizens grapple with insecurity, hunger, unemployment, and poverty. “Nigeria resembles a nation at war with itself” — not through declared conflict, but via…

Kq Cargo Wrc @ Kenya Airways has delivered the first consignment of World Rally Championship (WRC) cars to Nairobi ahead of the 2026 Safari Rally Kenya, marking the fourth consecutive year the national carrier has served as the event’s exclusive airline partner. Two high-performance rally cars arrived at 5:00 a.m. on Monday at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) aboard Boeing 787 freighters, signalling the start of final preparations for the event, which runs from 12 to 15 March in Naivasha. The 2026 edition is the third round of the 14-event WRC season and the 73rd edition of the Safari Rally,…

Ecomig Ghancoy Officers and soldiers of Ghana Company 9 (GHANCOY 9), serving under the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG), received their service medals on Friday 6 March 2026 in a ceremony that also marked Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary in Barra, North Bank Region of The Gambia. The occasion, held under the theme “Building Prosperity, Restoring Hope,” combined the formal presentation of the ECOMIG Medal with independence day celebrations, bringing together senior military officers, government officials, members of the diplomatic corps and residents of the North Bank Region. The ECOMIG Force Commander, Colonel Aliou…

Samsung Ghana has unveiled its latest Galaxy Buds4 Series, introducing the Galaxy Buds4 Pro and Galaxy Buds4 as the company’s most advanced earbuds to date, combining superior high-fidelity audio with enhanced comfort and everyday wearability. Designed to deliver sound as impressive as their fit, the new Buds4 Series features a refined, computationally engineered design, wider woofers, enhanced Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and an adaptive equaliser to provide full-spectrum audio that adjusts intelligently to real-world conditions. Samsung says these innovations mark a significant step forward in both sound quality and ergonomic design. “Samsung understands that a truly premium audio experience combines…

cannabis Ghana has formally launched its medicinal cannabis licensing programme at a moment when new scientific research is expanding the therapeutic case for cannabinoids, adding economic urgency to a regulatory process that took years to reach implementation. Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem recently published findings showing that two non-psychoactive cannabis compounds, Cannabidiol (CBD) and Cannabigerol (CBG), may help treat Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), commonly known as fatty liver disease, which affects roughly one in three adults worldwide. The study, published in the British Journal of Pharmacology, found the compounds may improve liver function by altering how…

A former United Nations envoy and the Chief of Staff to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, has been appointed a Distinguished Visiting Scholar at the Center for Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, United States. The Savannah Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy, and Development, Abuja, announced the appointment in a statement on Monday, noting that Gambari, who is the founder and chairman of the centre’s board, will serve in the role from January 1 to August 31, 2026, with the possibility of renewal. According to the statement signed by the Executive Director of the center,…

By Enock Nyanchoga Monari (Board Member-Media Council of Kenya) Kenya’s media sector is under growing financial strain, and the warning signs are becoming harder to ignore. Traditional advertising revenues that once sustained robust newsrooms are steadily migrating to global digital platforms. Industry estimates suggest that a growing share of advertising spend now flows to multinational technology companies rather than local media houses. At the same time, smartphone penetration has surpassed 80 percent, accelerating digital news consumption but not necessarily strengthening the economic foundations of journalism. Newsrooms are adapting, but the strain is visible. Investigative reporting is expensive. Community stations operate…

Global textile expert Rajesh Golani has called for stronger government intervention to stabilise and expand Ghana’s garment manufacturing sector, highlighting its potential to drive large-scale employment and industrial growth. His remarks came during a high-profile working visit to Anowah Afrique Ltd, the largest wholly Ghanaian-owned garment manufacturing company located within the Tema Free Zones Garment Village. Drawing on more than three decades of international industry experience, Mr Golani emphasised that Ghana possesses significant competitive advantages, including access to major global markets through existing free trade agreements with the United States, Europe, and regional African partners. According to him, these opportunities…