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President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to uphold integrity and reject wealth acquired through dishonest means as the country works to reset its national values.According to him, rebuilding the nation requires a change in attitudes and expectations among both leaders and citizens.In an Independence Day message to Ghanaians in the diaspora on March 6, 2026, the President said restoring integrity and accountability must be central to Ghana’s development efforts.“Resetting Ghana is about resetting values, resetting expectations, and resetting the very relationship between leaders and the led,” he said.The President also emphasised the need to instil strong moral values in…
By Lydia Kukua Asamoah, GNA Special Correspondent, Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi (Kenya), March 5, GNA – Cervical and breast cancers remain the biggest threat to the health of women in Africa, as they continue to be the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women on the continent. Statistics indicate that only 50 per cent of women diagnosed with breast cancer in Africa survive beyond five years, compared to more than 90 per cent in high‑income countries. “This is taking a terrible toll on families, communities and economies,” Ms Dorothy Nyong’o, Managing Trustee of the Africa Cancer Foundation and member of the Africa Breast Cancer Council, said, calling for urgent attention from African…
When crises disrupt global travel, governments often turn to a little-known aviation tool to ensure the safety of their citizens abroad, repatriation flights. Recent tensions in the Middle East have brought into focus the importance of repatriation flights and why a national carrier is crucial for any country seeking to safeguard the welfare of its citizens abroad. In Kenya, national carrier Kenya Airways on Wednesday, March 4, announced special repatriation flights between Nairobi and Dubai to assist passengers affected by the disruption. The airline scheduled a Nairobi–Dubai flight on March 4 and a return Dubai-Nairobi service on March 5 after…
Google says it has expanded language support for its Artificial Intelligence-powered search features to include Yorùbá and Hausa Languages in Nigeria. Communications and Public Affairs Manager, West Africa, Google, Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, said this in a statement on Thursday. He said the update allowed speakers of the two Nigerian languages to access AI-powered search experiences in their mother tongue for quick summaries and conversational exploration. The manager noted that the expansion formed part of Google’s broader effort to make AI more inclusive across Africa. He explained that the development brought the number of supported African languages in the company’s AI Search…
By Iddi Yire, GNA Accra, March 05, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned the OLAM Agri Pasta Processing Plant in Kpone, near Tema. The facility would help reduce Ghana’s reliance on imported pasta by utilizing locally milled wheat flour, create new jobs and boost local food security. President Mahama in his remarks reiterated that the commissioning of the Plant would generate sustainable jobs and develop an economy that would increasingly depend on local production rather than imports. He noted that the commissioning of such a plant marked a conscious shift moving from reliance to production and from missed opportunities to targeted industrial growth. “When we discuss food production, we refer to issues that directly impact our citizens’ daily lives,” he said. He said for decades, Ghana had depended heavily on imported processed…
The Kenyan sporting fraternity is enveloped in sorrow following the demise of Judith Amwayi, a brilliant forward whose agility and skill indelibly shaped the nation’s field hockey legacy. Judith Amwayi, celebrated as one of Kenya’s most prolific field hockey forwards, has taken her final bow. Her electrifying pace and unmatched technical prowess left an enduring mark on the pitch. Her passing is a profound loss not just to the hockey community, but to Kenyan sports history. It serves as a poignant reminder of the golden era of local athletics and highlights the urgent need to celebrate and preserve the legacies…
Nollywood legend Pete Edochie has expressed frustration over Nigeria’s persistent electricity problems. In an interview with AIT, the 78-year-old actor revealed that he spends about ₦40,000 every day just to keep his home powered. Pete Edochie. He explained that ₦10,000 goes toward buying electricity units from the national distribution company, ₦20,000 is spent running his diesel generator, and another ₦10,000 covers his gasoline generator, totaling ₦40,000 daily. “On the whole, I spend forty thousand every single day on light. It disturbs me a big deal. Then I listen to people who are only interested in getting into politics and enjoying…
The National Labour Commission (NLC) has directed the Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) to immediately rescind its declaration of a nationwide strike, describing the planned industrial action as illegal. In a press release issued on March 5, 2026, the NLC said it became aware of the strike declaration through media reports. CLOGSAG had earlier that day issued a notice instructing all its members in the Civil Service and Local Government Service to stay at home from Monday, March 9, until further notice. The Commission invoked its powers under Section 139 of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651)…
A profound cultural revolution is quietly sweeping across Kenya as progressive fathers defy deeply entrenched patriarchal traditions by legally gifting ancestral and purchased land to their daughters. For generations, Customary law in many Kenyan communities dictated that only male heirs were entitled to inherit real estate, leaving women economically disenfranchised and at the mercy of their brothers or husbands. Today, the tide is turning at the grassroots level. This tectonic shift in property rights is not just a matter of gender equality; it is a critical economic catalyst. Empowering women with land ownership unlocks their potential to secure loans, invest…
Nigeria’s technology sector continues to show strong growth potential, but persistent structural challenges are forcing innovators to rethink how success in the industry is defined—particularly in the country’s e-commerce space. For years, startups in Nigeria have pursued the ambition of building large, market-dominating platforms capable of disrupting traditional commerce. The goal has often been to create the next global “unicorn,” with businesses focused on rapid expansion, visibility and investor interest. However, many of these ambitions have struggled to take hold in Nigeria’s complex business environment. Logistics hurdles, infrastructure gaps and shifting consumer behaviour have slowed the growth of several ventures.…
South Africa’s formal business sector is carrying nearly R10 trillion in debt, underlining how heavily companies rely on borrowing to finance operations, expansion and infrastructure.That’s 145% of gross domestic product – the total value of economic output – based on an economic value of $410 billion for last year and an exchange rate of R16.46.Statistics South Africa’s latest Annual Financial Statistics survey shows total liabilities in the formal business sector reached R9.8 trillion in 2024.“Debt can quickly become a curse if businesses take on more than they can handle,” Statistics South Africa said in the report.While the number is enormous,…
Economist and political risk specialist Dr Theo Acheampong says Ghana’s economy is now deeply integrated into the global system, making it more exposed to geopolitical shocks and global economic disruptions. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business Edition on Thursday, the Technical Advisor at the Ministry of Finance said global crises are becoming more frequent, and their impact on economies like Ghana is increasingly unavoidable. “Gone are the times when every maybe 10 or so years, you would have a major geopolitical event. But what the last few years have taught us is that you should expect these things much…
A new comprehensive book review delves into the historical fractures and political dynamics that led to the creation of two distinct teachers’ unions in Kenya, offering a profound reflection on labor relations in East Africa. For decades, the Kenyan education sector has been characterized by a unique duality in its labor representation, a phenomenon that has long puzzled observers and stakeholders alike. A newly reviewed book, “Teachers, Union and Labour Relations in Kenya,” seeks to unravel this complex tapestry. Authored by Akelo Misori alongside John Onyando, the 364-page volume provides an exhaustive history of the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education…
Suspected kidnappers have abducted a housewife and shot her husband after invading their residence at Ogunti Camp in the Pelepe area of Akure, JP7South Local Council of Ondo State. The heavily armed gunmen reportedly stormed the camp on Wednesday night and proceeded to the victims’ residence, where they shot the husband, Daniel Adesida, after he attempted to resist the abduction of his wife. Residents said the farmer was left in a pool of blood while the assailants forcibly took his wife to an unknown destination. Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, Jimoh Abayomi, said Adesida…
The Department of Health has responded to public submissions on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill, offering to change some definitions to assuage concerns. Key among the proposed changes is a revision of definitions to differentiate between combustible and non-combustible products, some of which could be exempt from new restrictions. The Bill, which has been in process for several years, concluded its latest round of public consultations at the end of 2025. During these consultations, various issues were raised, particularly regarding plain packaging requirements, the rise of illicit products, and a lack of enforcement powers to implement…
Professor Isaac Owusu Mensah Head Of The Department Of Political Science At The University Of Ghana The University of Ghana’s Department of Political Science, in collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Ghana Office, held the maiden edition of its flagship outreach programme, titled “Time with a Politician”. This initiative represents a deliberate and strategic effort by the Department to bridge the often wide gap between academic theory and the practical realities of political life in Ghana. Addressing the gathering, Professor Isaac Owusu-Mensah, Head of the Department of Political Science at the University of Ghana, said the initiative would provide…
Economist and political risk specialist Dr Theo Acheampong says Ghana must focus on strengthening its internal economic management amid rising geopolitical shocks that are becoming more frequent and unpredictable. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business Edition on Thursday, Dr Acheampong warned that the global environment has changed, with major geopolitical disruptions now occurring far more often than in the past. “Gone are the times when every maybe 10 or so years, you would have a major geopolitical event.” According to him, recent global developments show that shocks to the international system are now more regular. “But what the last…
Economist and political risk specialist Dr Theo Acheampong says Ghana now has stronger financial buffers to withstand global economic shocks, pointing to improved reserves and a stronger external position. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business Edition on Thursday, Dr Acheampong said the global economic environment has become far more volatile, necessitating stronger internal resilience for countries. “Gone are the times when every maybe 10 or so years, you would have a major geopolitical event. But what the last few years have taught us is that you should expect these things much more often than not.” He said recent global…
Priyanka Chopra and Mahesh Babu faced a thrilling experience filming SS Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ in Kenya, surrounded by migrating wildebeests. The action-adventure, exploring multiple timelines, saw the stars navigating the wild during a particularly ‘crazy’ shoot. Mahesh Babu admitted initial hesitation but found the experience unforgettable. The film is slated for a global release on April 7, 2027. Priyanka Chopra will return to Indian cinema in the SS Rajamouli directorial ‘Varanasi,’ starring opposite Mahesh Babu. The film is a magnum opus that will explore multiple timelines. As the film is currently in production, the global icon shared her experience shooting the…
1 LAGOS – The domination of Nigeria’s maritime space by foreign flagged vessels has become a major challenge that needs urgent attention by the Federal Government to address the inherent capital flight and place the country on a vibrant economic stead, stakeholders have said. They said absence of government and private indigenous owned vessels have placed the country on dire disadvantage and accounted for loss of huge revenue annually to the advantage to foreign countries and companies that own and operate numerous vessels that call to Nigerian ports. Analysts have opined that the fact that Nigeria is not ranked among…
JOHANNESBURG, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On March 3, LEPAS, Chery Group’s new brand, unveiled the highly anticipated LEPAS L4 at a launch dinner in Johannesburg. Local mainstream media, industry representatives, partners, and invited guests gathered to witness the milestone event. The launch not only marked the official debut of the LEPAS brand in the South African market but also injected new momentum into Africa’s growing new energy mobility sector. 2 5 As a global brand created by Chery Group, LEPAS is built around its core values of Leopard Aesthetics, Elegant Driving, and Exquisite Space, delivering refined mobility experience for drivers…
The Ghana Air Force has received its first Airbus H175 helicopter from France, marking a major step in modernising its operational fleet. The new aircraft forms part of a broader defence procurement programme approved by Parliament to strengthen the operational capacity of the Ghana Armed Forces. The state-of-the-art helicopter was ferried from Marignane, France, and arrived in Accra on Thursday, March 5, 2026, after completing all technical acceptance procedures with the manufacturer, Airbus Helicopters. The delivery flight followed a carefully planned route through Spain and North-West Africa, then continued south along the West African Atlantic coast through several countries en…
By Adedapo Adesanya The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said it has taken delivery of responsibly sourced gold refined to London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery standards into its foreign reserves, as part of its reserves diversification strategy. The gold, sourced in Nigeria and aggregated by the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) through the National Gold Purchase Programme (NGPP), brings the CBN’s total gold holdings to $3.5 billion. According to the CBN, the programme involves local miners and operates within a responsible sourcing framework aligned with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Due Diligence Guidelines and the…
South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, yesterday, said his country is prepared to step in and host the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations should Morocco withdraw from staging the tournament. The offer by South Africa came, just as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the postponement of the 2026 Women’s AfricA Cup of Nations (WAFCON), announcing new dates for the tournament in Morocco. CAF confirmed that the 2026 edition will now take place from July 25 to August 16, 2026, instead of the earlier scheduled dates of March 17 to April 3, 2026. Speaking at a…
Iran’s players saluted as they sang the country’s national anthem before their Asian Cup match against hosts Australia, in contrast to the silence at their opening match on Monday. Before that defeat by South Korea, the Iranian players had stood still, amid the wider context of escalating conflict following air strikes from the United States and Israel on their homeland. No official explanation has been offered for their differing approaches, but on Wednesday, striker Sara Didar spoke emotionally about being separated from their loved ones. However, Alireza Mohebbi, an Australia-based correspondent for Iran International TV, told the BBC’s partner ABC News, there…
Book cover / COURTESYTitle: Teachers, Union and Labour Relations in Kenya (A History of The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet))Author: Akelo Misori with John OnyandoPublisher: Free Press Publishers Limited, 2020Volume: 364 pagesReviewer: Faith Matete The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers just finished branch elections, which were marred with violence and court cases, and its national elections are looming. It is, thus, a fitting time to look back at the two-decade-old administration through the prism of a book by the current national secretary general.Akelo Misori has been a teacher for more than three decades and served Kuppet in various…
In 1602 Dutch merchants pooled their capital to form the Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie (VOC). What made the venture revolutionary was not the ships or the spice. It was the information: prices in distant ports, harvest conditions, currency movements and political risks. As the historian Steven Marks has argued, the profit motive is ancient, but it was the expanding capacity to gather and analyse information that turned trade into economic growth. Double-entry bookkeeping, the printing press, the telegraph, the internet — each of these leaps was, at root, an information revolution. Large language models are the latest evolution in this long…
Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami team-mates met United States president Donald Trump at the White House to commemorate the club’s MLS Cup triumph. Inter Miami won the championship game of Major League Soccer, the nation’s top-flight division, for the first time in December. The club, co-owned by former England captain David Beckham, received an invitation to visit the White House before their MLS match against DC United in Washington on Saturday. Messi and his teammates stood on stage as Trump addressed the media, celebrating their achievement after providing an update on the ongoing US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Trump said:…
2 Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State has been called upon to urgently work assiduously to put in place industries in parts of the state as a strategy to curb rising unemployment and worsening socio-economic conditions. This call was made by Dr. Sheriff Mulade, peace and environmental rights advocate in a statement made available to Independent in Warri, heexpressed concern over what he described as an alarming rate of unemployment across the state, particularly among the youths which will pose strong security threats to the state in no distance time. While commending Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for what he…
The National Health Insurance Act (NHI) was signed into law in May 2024, a plan for a large state-run fund that buys health services from both the public and private healthcare sectors. But at least 12 court cases now challenge its constitutionality and the way the Act was signed into law.In February, Ramaphosa announced that he will not promulgate any part of the Act until the Constitutional Court rules in May on two applications, meaning the NHI cannot be rolled out in the meantime. In an agreement between the president, Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi and the organisations involved in the…
Pearl Nkrumah Access Bank Ghana, in fulfillment of its commitment to ending period poverty, has donated 500 boxes of sanitary pads to the New Horizon Special School. The 500 boxes containing a total of 12,000 sanitary packs, represents the first tranche of the bank’s broader pledge to distribute one million sanitary pads to schoolgirls across the country during the 2026 and 2027 financial years. This donation forms part of the pledge the bank made during a courtesy call by the Group Deputy Managing Director of Access Bank PLC, Chizoma Okoli, to Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, in July…
Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes: CS Geoffrey Ruku leads a relief food distribution exercise at Morokani village, Tana North sub-county. / STEPHEN ASTARIKO.Food insecurity in Kenya will remain extremely high and could worsen in the coming months, a new report warns.The report by the Food Security and Nutrition Working Group for East and Central Africa says 6.39 million Kenyans are classified as stressed. Another 3.12 million people are in crisis while 586,306 others are in emergency phases.A total of 3.7 million Kenyans are experiencing crisis or worse conditions according to the February 26 report.Refugee populations are severely affected, with…
Nollywood actress, Doris Ogala, has slammed the founder of Grace Nation International Ministry, Pastor Chris Okafor, over the withdrawal of his previous public apology made in the wake of the sexual allegations against him. Naija News reports that Pastor Chris, while retracting the apology for dumping Doris to marry another woman after their years-long sexual relationship, labelled the actress a Jezebel. He said, “Let it be known, I knelt down because of those fathers of faith and the church. Not because of any Jezebel anywhere. No, God forbid.” However, reacting to Pastor Chris’ video that is making the rounds online,…
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The Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel has suspended Dr Tunde Majekodunmi, Medical Director of Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, and two other doctors following findings of medical negligence in the treatment of 21-month-old Nkanu Adichie-Esege. The tragic death of one of the twin sons of renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Ivara Esege, occurred on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, following a brief illness. Recounting the heartbreaking incident, Adichie, in a statement on Saturday, January 10, 2026, alleged medical negligence surrounding her son’s death. She explained that her son was taken to Euracare Hospital in Lagos for an MRI scan…
NAIROBI, Kenya- Kenya’s economic outlook remains steady as the government outlines an ambitious budget framework aimed at strengthening growth, creating jobs and improving public services across the country.According to highlights presented by the National Assembly’s Budget and Appropriations Committee, the government is prioritising investments that stimulate productivity while maintaining fiscal discipline.The economy of Kenya is projected to expand to 5.3 percent in 2026, an improvement from 4.7 percent recorded in 2024. The projected growth is supported by improving macroeconomic stability and strong performance in sectors such as agriculture, construction, tourism, transport and financial services.Government revenue collection is also expected to increase…
NIGERIA’S power crisis has become a cruel national joke. A country rich in gas, sunlight, river systems and human capital cannot keep its lights on. Decades after electricity first came to Lagos in 1896, Africa’s largest economy still staggers between 3,000 and 5,000 megawatts on a good day, while 230 million citizens improvise with generators, rechargeable lanterns and resignation. Indeed, those born in the ’60s have lost hope of experiencing stable power in their lifetime. The latest controversy over electricity debts and the bitter reaction of generation companies to the Federal Government’s settlement proposals once again exposes a sector trapped…
The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has welcomed the National Petroleum Authority’s directive requiring Oil Marketing Companies to halt discounted fuel pricing and enforce uniform prices across retail outlets from March 16.Chief Executive Officer of COMAC, Dr. Riverson Oppong, says the directive is a positive development for the downstream petroleum sector and should be welcomed by consumers.He made the remarks in an interview with Energy News Africa.“We at the chamber, we are more importantly focused on having this reform accepted and adopted by all players. That is the implementation plan that we want to put together with the regulator…
The Managing Director of Zamam Offshore Services Limited, Mr Oluwole Asalu, has called for stronger financing frameworks, deliberate infrastructure investment, and accelerated technology adoption to unlock Nigeria’s domestic gas potential. According to a statement, Asalu made the call during a panel session at the recently held Lagos Energy Week, where he joined industry leaders to examine how sustainability principles can drive responsible gas development in Nigeria. Speaking during the session titled ‘Advancing Domestic Gas Utilisation: An ESG Framework for Emission Reduction’, he anchored his remarks on supply reliability, identifying infrastructure gaps as the most immediate constraint to domestic gas expansion.…
Joint global press release5 March 2026 — The Government of South Africa today announced that it is engaging with Gilead Sciences to pursue an agreement that would enable local production of lenacapavir, a revolutionary long-acting HIV prevention drug. As part of this effort, and in collaboration with Unitaid, USP and other partners, the government has published a call for expression of Interest that would assist in identifying South African pharmaceutical manufacturers capable of producing quality-assured lenacapavir.In October 2024, Gilead granted six voluntary licenses to generic manufacturers across Egypt, India, and Pakistan, allowing them to produce and supply generic lenacapavir to…
â Ghanaian forward Kwame Peprah stole the show with a brilliant hat trick as Svay Rieng came from behind to beat Phnom Penh 4â1 in their AFC Challenge League quarterfinal first leg. The hosts struck early through Moses Dyer after just three minutes, but Peprah dragged his side level on 29 minutes, finishing calmly from Ryo Fujii’s pass to make it 1â1 before the break. Svay Rieng stepped up after half-time and Peprah struck again in the 67th minute, turning the game on its head with a sharp finish to give the visitors a 2â1 lead. Patrick Monteiro added a…
The Nigeria Boxing Federation will on Friday (today) determine the 10 boxers who will represent the country in the boxing event of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, as the championship bouts of the open trials hold at the Brai Ayonote Boxing Complex, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. Of the 128 boxers — comprising 101 men and 27 women — who began the competition on Tuesday, March 3, the finalists across all 10 weight categories will slug it out on Friday to earn a place on Team Nigeria for the Glasgow Games. The Secretary-General of the NBF, Vivian Azimene, said selected boxers who…
Ghana Air Force takes delivery of state-of-the-art Airbus H175 Helicopter 3News
The people of Ghana have been celebrating the end of colonial rule and the dawn of their independence. Most workers have been given the day off – tens of thousands have gathered in the capital, Accra, to greet the independent country’s first prime minister, Dr Kwame Nkrumah. The Duchess of Kent has been attending the celebrations. Last night, she opened the Independence Monument, erected near the spot where in 1948 members of the Ghanaian ex-servicemen’s union were shot when marching to present a petition to the British Governor. The Gold Coast Legislative Assembly was prorogued at midnight to cheers from…
Britney Spears has been arrested in California under suspicion of driving under the influence. The singer was detained by the California Highway Patrol at around 21:30 local time (05:30 GMT) on Wednesday. A representative for her told the BBC: “This was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable.” She was released in the early hours of Thursday morning and is due to appear at Ventura County Superior Court on 4 May. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office in southern California confirmed to CBS, the BBC’s US partner, that the singer’s arrest was due to the singer’s arrest. Spears’ representative told the…
A senior analyst at S&P Global Ratings said that Nigeria’s reform drive has been encouraging, adding that the reforms introduced by Bola Tinubu are expected to sustain the country’s economic growth this year. The analyst among others made this observation at a webinar hosted by S&P Global Ratings and themed ‘Africa’s 2026 Credit Cycle Dynamics’. Several analysts said the event signalled a “cautiously optimistic” outlook for the African continent. The 60-minute session brought together a panel of the firm’s leading analysts to provide their expert outlook on the shifting credit landscape across the African continent. As economies adjust to new…
“Mr President…how nice to meet you here again. It has been a long time since we last met,” said the CEO of Edeka. “You look refreshed in difficult times…though.”“It is nice of you to welcome me back, Sir,” responded the President.“Today we have gathered here to look back of two years of cooperation..What had happened, what went wrong and where we must do better,” contributed the CFO to the discussion. “A warm welcome from my side as well.”Ghana’s President said:” After a bumpy ride things have massively and seriously improved. You will recall I had serious opposition in Ghana against…
A Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Frank Mba, alongside several other senior officers, will be retiring from the Nigeria Police Force, following recent changes in the leadership of the force. This is just as seven Assistant Inspectors-General of Police have been slated for promotion to the rank of Deputy Inspector-General of Police. The exit of Mba and other DIGs followed the exit of the former Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the confirmation of Tunji Disu as the new Inspector General of Police. Disu was sworn in on Wednesday as the 23rd indigenous IGP. The official portrait of the Inspector-General…
Both Worlds, the Cape Town-based film and television production group, and Freeli Films, an Atlanta-based production company, have announced a co-production partnership to develop and produce premium micro-drama series and feature films. The productions will be shot in South Africa and across the African continent, as well as in the United States, and are designed first and foremost for South African, broader African and American audiences, and then expanding to more global markets. Founded by J. Carter with the aim of “centering Black stories and talent both in front and behind the camera,” Freeli Films has worked with platforms such…
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has announced plans to extend parliamentary sittings to local communities to allow ordinary members of society to participate more directly in the legislative processes.He explained that the move was aimed at decentralising the work of Parliament and promoting an inclusive governance system.“This year, we intend to crown our efforts with another giant step. We take a step down to the local government structures. Parliamentary sittings will be extended to the district assemblies, local markets, chief palaces, schools and popular radio stations in small communities where ordinary honourables will have the opportunity…