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Cocoa The commercial arm of Ghana’s cocoa sector has disclosed that it locked in contracts for roughly 90 percent of this season’s projected volumes at historically elevated prices before global markets corrected, providing a critical buffer for the country even as farmers absorb a steep producer price reduction. The Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC) Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), confirmed the contracting strategy in a policy brief authored by its Managing Director, Dr. Wisdom Kofi Dogbey, released on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The document outlines CMC’s response to a sharp global cocoa price correction that followed…
Chipmaker Nvidia forecast first-quarter revenue above market estimates on Wednesday, betting on Big Tech’s unabated spending on its artificial intelligence processors amid widespread scrutiny of massive AI investments. Shares of Nvidia rose over 2% in extended trading. The Reuters Inside Track newsletter is your essential guide to the biggest events in global sport. Sign up here. The world’s most valuable company expects fiscal first-quarter sales of $78 billion, plus or minus 2%, compared with analysts’ average estimate of $72.60 billion, according to data compiled by LSEG. Investors are looking to Nvidia’s results to gauge whether the hundreds of billions of dollars that Big…
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Dr Maxwell Nana Yaw Boakye, CEO Max Palasco Group and Sammy Gyamfi, CEO GOLDBOD The Herald has learnt of a dramatic standoff at the Ghana Gold Board (GOLDBOD), which reportedly culminated in the detention of the Western North Regional representative on the Council of State, Dr Maxwell Nana Yaw Boakye, a known “gold aggregator”.Dr Boakye, 33, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of the Max Palasco Group of Companies, is said to have been held on the orders of GOLDBOD’s Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, over gold-related transactions that allegedly went crooked.Reports suggest that he had been advanced a…
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Member of Parliament (MP) for Ofoase Ayirebi Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ofoase Ayirebi, has strongly criticised the government for its mismanagement of the cocoa sector, highlighting the severe financial strain faced by cocoa farmers.During a meeting with angry farmers in Konongo, Oppong Nkrumah slammed the government’s decision to reduce cocoa prices from GH¢3,625 to GH¢2,587, noting that this price drop has plunged farmers into significant hardship. According to the MP, the situation has worsened as many farmers are still awaiting payments for their crops, with some yet to be paid by the…
The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has officially launched the Kwahu Business Advocacy Association (KBAA), a new non-governmental, non-partisan platform dedicated to uniting and advancing the interests of business leaders and entrepreneurs from the Kwahu area.The inauguration and formal launch ceremony took place on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the Alisa Hotel in North Ridge, Accra, under the theme “A Collective Voice for Enterprise: Kwahu Advocacy in Policy and Trade.”The event brought together senior government officials, prominent business leaders, development partners, and traditional authorities. Key dignitaries included Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah and Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry…
1 The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has unveiled a bold and forward-looking Command Philosophy aimed at repositioning the Nigerian Army as a highly professional, agile, combat-effective and resilient force. He articulated this transformative vision on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, during a lecture delivered to participants of Senior Course 48 at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji. In his well-structured presentation, the COAS emphasized that effective leadership in today’s dynamic security climate must be rooted in character, courage and genuine concern for personnel. He noted that the Nigerian Army operates within an increasingly volatile,…
Ghana’s foreign minister says many of the Africans are victims of deception, lured by the promise of jobs.Listen to this article | 3 minsinfoPublished On 25 Feb 202625 Feb 2026Click here to share on social mediashare2Shareplus2googleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoUkraine has accused Russia of using deception to recruit more than 1,700 Africans to join its war effort as the conflict drags into a fifth year.Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha made the allegation on Wednesday during a news conference in Kyiv with his visiting Ghanaian counterpart, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. He accused Moscow of using fraudulent “schemes” to lure the foreign fighters.Recommended Stories list…
Mzbel is a popular Ghanaian songstress Ghanaian songstress Mzbel has cautioned Ghanaians to be mindful of the people within their inner circles, warning that not everyone who appears supportive has genuine intentions.In a Facebook post, the singer advised her followers on social media to be cautious of their conversations and personal space, noting that some people pretend to be friends only to betray trust.“Not everyone who smiles with you is for you. Some come disguised as friends, pulling you into ‘harmless’ conversations, only to record you and use it against you,” she wrote.“Protect your space. Protect your words. Choose your…
The aggrieved farmers reportedly met with the Minority Caucus in Parliament Cocoa farmers in Konongo and surrounding communities have expressed outrage over what they describe as government’s failure to pay them and the recent reduction in cocoa prices from GH¢3,625 to GH¢2,587.The aggrieved farmers reportedly met with the Minority Caucus in Parliament on Wednesday February 25, 2026, in Konongo, seeking support to have their concerns raised on the floor of Parliament.According to them, the price slash has significantly worsened their already difficult financial situation.The farmers argue that the decision to reduce the cocoa price has come at a time when…
Former Black Stars midfielder Hamza Mohammed has delivered a ringing endorsement of rising Ghanaian sensation Fatawu Issahaku, describing the young winger as a rare gem who could illuminate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking to 3Sports, Hamza spoke with genuine admiration about the 20-year-old’s rapid development and growing influence. “He is a great talent,” Hamza said simply. “We are just privileged to have such a talent on our team.” The former midfielder emphasized that Fatawu’s importance extends beyond his club performances at Leicester City, where he has registered eight goals and seven assists this season. The youngster carries the hopes…
3 The Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, in partnership and support by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) GreenVoyage2050 Project,on Tuesday in Lagos, held a National Workshop on decarbonizing the Nigeria’s maritime industry. The event themed: “IMO / Green Voyage 2025 National Stakeholders’ Workshop on Development of National Maritime Decarbonization Action Plan was held at Eko Hotels and Suites. Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy described the event as embarking on a journey to define the Country’s National Action Plan (NAP)— a roadmap that would ensure “our maritime sector remains resilient, competitive,…
Julius Malema is suing a former political ally, Jossey Buthane, over defaming comments he made on Facebook about the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leaderButhane, the former EFF provincial leader, who defected to the African National Congress, made comments about Malema’s weight loss journeySouth Africans took to social media to weigh in on Malema’s plans to sue, sharing mixed reactions to the EFF leader’s reaction to the comments on FacebookJulius Malema is suing a former political ally over comments about the EFF leader’s weight loss. Image: Per-Anders Pettersson/ J. CountessSource: Getty ImagesByron Pillay, a Briefly News journalist, has dedicated a decade…
Dzifa Gomashie is the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has explained the reasons for her outfit’s decision to select Wednesdays for the wearing of Fugu.It could be recalled that on February 10, 2026, Gomashie, through the Ministry had selected the day with the aim of preserving, promoting, and celebrating Ghana’s rich cultural heritage.However, some individuals questioned why Friday wasn’t selected since it was already seen as a day for the wearing of African wear among the formal working class.Explaining her decision on the Point of View with Umaru…
The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has described the passage of the Sports Fund Bill as a landmark step towards addressing the long-standing financial challenges confronting Ghana’s sports sector. In a statement issued by GOC Communications, the Committee said the establishment of the Fund represents a defining moment that could place Ghanaian sport on a path of stability, structured growth and sustained international competitiveness. GOC President Richard Akpokavie said the initiative marks a bold and forward-looking shift in the way sports development will be financed in the country. Richard Akpokavie Esq with H.E. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey He noted that inadequate and…
Alexander Afenyo-Markin is the Minority Leader in Parliament Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has questioned the relevance of the finance minister’s newly announced policy to accelerate Ghana’s international reserve accumulation, insisting that Ghanaians are more concerned about jobs than macroeconomic projections.The comments come after Dr Cassiel Ato Forson addressed Parliament on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, revealing the government’s plan to increase the country’s foreign reserves to cover 15 months of imports by the end of 2028.Ghana’s gold reserves hit record 37.06 tonnes – Bank of GhanaDr Ato Forson explained that the accelerated reserve accumulation policy aims to protect Ghana’s macroeconomic…
Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Ireland, Sabah Zita Benson, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to inclusive multilingual policies at a commemorative event marking International Mother Language Day 2026 at the UK Parliament in London. The event, hosted by the Bangladesh High Commission, brought together diplomats, Members of Parliament and cultural stakeholders to celebrate linguistic diversity and its central role in sustainable development. Addressing the distinguished gathering, the High Commissioner described the occasion as “a profound honour” and underscored the intrinsic link between language, identity, dignity and development. She paid tribute to the historic leadership of the People’s…
Ghana’s high-performance coach John Paintsil has declared that the Black Stars have accumulated enough World Cup pedigree to dream big at the 2026 tournament, insisting the nation no longer approaches football’s biggest stage as wide-eyed newcomers. Speaking to 3Sports, the former Ghana international pointed to the country’s history on the global stage as reason for optimism. “When it comes to the World Cup, Ghana is now experienced,” Paintsil said. He recalled Ghana’s impressive debut in 2006, where they became the only African team to reach the Round of 16, and the historic 2010 quarter-final run that united a continent. Those…
1 As innovation continues to evolve, Market Makers has launched a state-of-the-art podcast studio to support creatives and content creators in meeting international standards, competing globally, and increasing the visibility of podcasting in Nigeria and across Africa. The grand opening was held on February 20, 2026, at Blossom Heritage Building, 5 Bashorun Apampa Road, Jericho, Ibadan, Oyo State, where the studio is located. The event was attended by well-wishers, dignitaries, media personalities, popular actors, and content creators. The ceremony officially commenced with an opening prayer led by Apostle David Oloke, who encouraged aspiring individuals to invest in their dreams and…
Lisbon, Portugal–(Newsfile Corp. – February 25, 2026) – Lithium Africa Corp. (TSXV: LAF) (the “Company” or “Lithium Africa”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement dated February 25, 2026 to acquire a large lithium project in South Africa, including a past-producing spodumene mine, a related ore stockpile and 1,675 km2 land package hosting a known field of mapped LCT pegmatites (the “Springbok Project”).Tyron Breytenbach, CEO, stated, “The acquisition of the Springbok Project provides Lithium Africa with an advanced brownfields operation to complement our exciting but earlier stage grassroots programs across Africa. Due diligence by our…
Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Kenya Airways Propels Kenya Sports Tourism Forward With Strategic Aviation‑Led Growth Plan Published on February 26, 2026Kenya Airways, which serves as the national airline of Kenya, establishes itself as a major tourist attraction which helps the country develop into a high-end sports travel destination while the airline develops into a key driver for sustainable tourism development. Captain George Kamal, who serves as the current Acting Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, leads the national airline to develop air travel connections that support international sports events, which will establish Kenya as a year-round destination for…
This Obrachire student was assaulted during inter-school activity in Agona Swedru The father of the Obrachire student who was assaulted during an inter-school incident in Agona Swedru has revealed that his son is battling severe psychological trauma, as the family struggles to come to terms with the attack.Speaking in an interview on JoyNews, Kobby Akpaka Fiadzigbe said his son has been left both physically injured and emotionally shaken following the assault.“My son is psychologically traumatised. Physically, he has been tortured. I am currently covering the cost of his dental treatment, and when he stabilises, I will look for a psychologist,”…
Vincent Ekow Assafuah is the MP for Old Tafo The Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has raised concerns over reports that the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) is preparing to pay GH¢12 million as World Cup support to the Ghana national football team.In a Facebook post, the legislator questioned whether COCOBOD’s Board had indeed sanctioned the alleged payment. “Has the Board of COCOBOD approved and paid or about to pay GH¢12 million as World Cup support to the Black Stars?” he asked.Assafuah argued that the reported expenditure appears inconsistent with the financial challenges the cocoa regulator has…
NAHEOG calls for urgent reforms to address port safety risks, transparency Members of the National Association of Heavy-Duty Equipment Operators, Ghana (NAHEOG), led by its president Dominic Kofi Eyiah, have petitioned the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA).The group have called for urgent reforms to address port safety risks, transparency in the GRA Customs auction process, professionalism among freight forwarders and National Security Operatives at the Ports and the extension of free days for heavy-duty equipment.The petition was made during a meeting with GSA in Accra, where members urged for stronger regulatory intervention to ease operational bottlenecks that increase costs and delays…
By Jibril Abdul MumuniAccra, Feb. 24, GNA –The Korea Foundation for International Healthcare Global Alumni (KGA) has donated 427 units of blood to the National Blood Service (NBS).The donation forms part of its annual blood mobilisation exercise to support healthcare delivery in the country.At brief ceremony in Accra, the group said the donation formed part of a collaboration between the Alumni and the National Blood Service initiated in 2022.Dr. Gaetan Charles Adangabey, President of the KGA Global Alumni – Ghana Chapter, said the initiative had become the organisation’s flagship programme aimed at contributing to the availability of safe blood for…
Gianni Infantino is the President of FIFA Marking his 10th year as FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has singled out Ghana as a model of football development under FIFA’s global support initiatives.“Ghana has been one of the Member Associations making excellent use of the FIFA Forward and other FIFA Support Programmes over the years,” Infantino stated in an exclusive message.He highlighted significant upgrades at the Ghanaman Soccer Center of Excellence, including new floodlights, a 30-bed accommodation facility for teams, and two newly constructed pitches—one artificial and one natural turf.Further expanding Ghana’s football infrastructure, Infantino announced the inauguration of a new technical…
Starlink threw open its premium Business Priority service in Nigeria’s choked urban zones on February 14, giving businesses and deep-pocket users in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt a way around months of “Sold Out” blocks, but only if they can stomach N159,000 ($99.38) a month. Website checks in prime Lagos spots like Victoria Island, Ikoyi, Lekki and Surulere still show the same blunt notice: high demand means residential orders stay shut, with only Priority plans on offer. Would-be home users get pushed to waitlists that offer little more than vague promises and upfront deposits with no firm rollout date. The…
Ghana Fixed Income Market Ghana’s Fixed Income Market (GFIM) processed 4.69 billion cedis across 18,212 transactions on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in a significant rebound from Monday’s 843 million cedis, with 364-day treasury bills capturing the dominant share of activity as institutional investors rotated heavily into near-term government paper. Treasury bills accounted for 2.67 billion cedis in aggregate volume through 17,936 deals, representing 57 percent of total market activity. Within that segment, 364-day bills were the standout performer, generating 2.14 billion cedis through 9,517 transactions and accounting for nearly half of the entire market’s output for the session. The 91-day…
5G by 2027: Government directive puts telecom regulator on the clock Featured GraphicOnline Feb – 25 – 2026 , 16:47 2 minutes read The government has set a deadline for nationwide fifth-generation mobile connectivity, directing the National Communications Authority (NCA) to ensure 70 per cent population coverage by Ghana’s 70th Independence Day in 2027. The target was announced by the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, at the launch of the 30th anniversary of the Communications Authority of Ghana in Accra on Wednesday, February 25. Framing the move as a strategic policy shift, the Minister said…
2 The President -General of Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, has bagged a prestigious award in recognition of his valuable contributions towards Nigeria’s Socio-Economic and political development. Comrade John Kennedy Ikemefuna, Head of Media, MWUN disclosed in a statement on Wednesday. He said the award was given by Landmark Africa Media Magazine commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independent Anniversary. Ikemefuna added that the Management of Noble Landmark Africa Media Magazine from whom this noble award was made possible, described Comrade Bunu as one of the foremost labour leaders in the country, whose achievements in the industry…
Namibia, Botswana, and Mozambique have recently introduced restrictions on South African agricultural exports, including vegetables and fruit. Namibia and Botswana are fellow members of the Southern African Customs Union. A core feature of a customs union is the free movement of goods within the common customs area. All three countries have also committed to removing trade barriers within the continent by 2030 under the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement. The recent measures conflict with these commitments and with the legal architecture of SACU. There is no…
File photo of a student being disciplined by the teacher The Frimpong-Manso Institute (FMI) has called for urgent national action to address what it describes as growing indiscipline in schools and deepening moral decay in Ghanaian society.In a press release dated February 25, 2026, the institute said recent incidents of violence and sexual abuse involving students point to a worrying breakdown of discipline that demands immediate and decisive intervention.According to FMI, “earth-shattering and soul-wrenching images of student atrocities” during recent inter-school athletics competitions have reverberated across the country and beyond. The institute also referenced the reported sexual abuse of a…
Ecowas Naval Officers West African naval commanders concluded a three-day summit in Accra, Ghana, on February 20, 2026, with renewed urgency around a legal problem that has hampered the effectiveness of the region’s maritime security architecture for years: the ambiguous legal status of military and security personnel deployed to regional maritime centres across the Gulf of Guinea. The fifth meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Sub-Committee of the Chiefs of Naval Staff, held from February 18 to 20, brought together naval chiefs and coast guard commanders from across the 12-member bloc to act on recommendations left…
More than 70,000 people have fled el-Fasher, according to the UN refugee agency The UN Security Council has announced new sanctions on four leaders of Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces over atrocities committed in the western Sudanese city of el-Fasher.The deputy commander, Abdul Rahim Hamdan Dagalo, and Brigadier General Al-Fateh Abdullah Idris, more commonly called Abu Lulu, who became known as the “Butcher of el-Fasher”, are among those proscribed. The others are RSF deputy commander Gedo Hamdan Ahmed and field commander Tijani Ibrahim.The RSF’s capture of the city in October was one of the most brutal chapters of Sudan’s nearly…
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that he was hosted by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during an official visit to Ukraine, where discussions centred on securing the release of two Ghanaian citizens being held as prisoners of war.In a statement shared on his official Facebook page, Mr. Ablakwa described the meeting as “gracious” and the discussions as “fruitful,” noting that Ghana formally appealed on humanitarian grounds for the release of the detained nationals.According to the Foreign Affairs Minister, the talks also focused on addressing the growing threat of human trafficking networks that target vulnerable African youth.He…
2 Torkwase Nyiekaa A member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Peter Uzokwe, has called on the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to immediately investigate the alleged assassination attempt on the convoy of 2027 presidential hopeful, Peter Obi. Uzokwe, who represents Nnewi North-South/Ekwusigo Federal Constituency of Anambra State, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja while addressing members of the House of Representatives Press Corps. He described the reported attack as a direct threat to Nigeria’s democracy and constitutional order. According to multiple reports, yet-to-be-identified gunmen allegedly opened fire on Obi’s convoy in Benin City as he approached the…
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Uganda’s rally driver Oscar Ntambi will be heading to Kenya next month to compete in his third World Rally Championship Kenya Safari Rally, scheduled to take place from 12th to 15th March. Ntambi will be joined by reigning Africa Rally champion Yasin Nasser, two-wheel championship driver Timothy Gawaya, and Dancun Mubiru.
File photo of the Ghana Police Headquarters The Assembly Member for Effiakuma West, Edward Senam Azaliko, is at the centre of a growing public uproar after a disturbing video surfaced online allegedly showing him forcing two teenagers to engage in a sexual act as punishment.Reports available to Connect FM’s Omanbapa Morning Show indicate that the assembly member found the two teenagers: a 13-year-old girl and a 16-year-old boy, in what he described as a compromising situation. Instead of alerting their parents or the appropriate authorities, he allegedly decided to discipline them himself.According to the report, he took the teenagers to…
BY VALENTIA TETTEH Government has announced plans to implement the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy (GANRAP) aimed at increasing the country’s international reserves to the equivalent of 15 months of import cover by the end of 2028. The policy, which will be anchored on the operations of the Ghana Gold Board, is expected to raise reserve levels to about 8.6 months of import cover by the end of 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen Ghana’s resilience to external economic shocks. Presenting a statement on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the Minister for Finance, Dr.…
Ghana has stepped up diplomatic efforts to secure the release of two of its citizens being held as prisoners of war in Ukraine, following high-level talks between the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv. In a Facebook post after the meeting, Mr Ablakwa disclosed that he had been “graciously hosted by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Ukraine earlier today”, where discussions centred on Ghana’s appeal for the freedom of the detained nationals. “We held fruitful discussions focused on Ghana’s appeal on humanitarian grounds for the release of two of our citizens being held as…
1 The court consent president of the Lagos State chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Solomon Ogbonna, has dismissed the emergence of Chief Linus Igbudu as the acting president of the organization. In an interview with Daily Independent in Lagos, he asserted that he is the recognized and legitimate president of the organization, adding anyone who lays claims to the leadership of the organization is doing so at his own risk. He stated that the emergence of Chief Igbudu as acting president of the organization as “null and void and of no effect”. Chief Ogbonna said that a majority of the…
Somalia’s efforts to open the country took another step forward when President William Ruto of neighbouring Kenya announced that two border crossings would be reopened in April.Officially, Kenya’s land borders to Somalia have been closed since 2011, and there have been previous attempts to open the border. In May 2023, the two nations agreed to a phased reopening of their common border.Kenya reversed the decision two months later following the killing of five civilians and eight police officers near the frontier in attacks blamed on Al-Shabab, the al-Qaeda-affiliated insurgency group based in Somalia.Separately, the 680km frontier has been disputed over…
GhanaWeb recently announced the nominees for the 2025 Edition of its annual GhanaWeb Excellence Awards.These nominees have been categorised into more than 20 categories.And as a way of bringing readers up to speed on who has been nominated, here are brief profiles of some of them.All of the following have been nominated under the Influential personalities category.Ibrahim MahamaHe is a Ghanaian businessman and the founder of Engineers and Planners, the largest indigenous-owned mining company in West Africa, was established in 1997.In addition to his visionary leadership in the mining sector, he owns Dzata Cement Limited, Ghana’s first wholly Ghanaian-owned cement…
Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is the Minister of Finance The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has unveiled Ghana’s first-ever comprehensive national policy specifically designed to deliberately and sustainably build the country’s external reserves and secure long-term macroeconomic stability.Presenting the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy (GANRAP) (2026–2028) to Parliament, the minister described the initiative as a historic and strategic shift in how Ghana manages its external buffers, moving away from costly borrowing and short-term reserve-building measures toward a structured, gold-backed and reform-driven accumulation framework.Strong Economic Foundation Dr Forson told Parliament that the policy builds on the decisive macroeconomic…
Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa visited Kyiv for the first time (Photo: Andrii Sybiha/X) Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa arrived in Kyiv on his country’s first-ever official visit to Ukraine, where he was met by Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, who called Feb. 25 a “historic day” in a post on X. The two ministers visited the Wall of Remembrance for fallen Ukrainian defenders near St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery and laid flowers there. Sybiha thanked Ablakwa for his personal statement of support on the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion and commended Ghana for voting in favor of…
Zimbabwe has rejected a US health deal Zimbabwe has rejected a US health deal that would have provided $367m (£272m) in funding over five years because of Washington’s demand for sensitive data.The decision has come to light after a government memo from December was leaked, revealing that President Emmerson Mnangagwa felt the deal was “lopsided”.A government spokesman has since explained the US was demanding access to biological samples for research and commercial gain but said it was not willing to share the benefits for future vaccines and treatments.”We will now turn to the difficult and regrettable task of winding down…
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed that he held discussions with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, over the release of two Ghanaians being held as prisoners of war. In a post on Tuesday, February 25, Mr. Ablakwa said he was “graciously hosted” by President Zelenskyy during the visit, which focused on Ghana’s humanitarian appeal for the safe return of its citizens. The talks also addressed the challenge of trafficking networks targeting vulnerable African youth, who are lured into conflict zones and risk their lives in ongoing hostilities. The Minister expressed optimism about a successful outcome from the…
By Opeyemi Bamidele The Electoral Act, 2026 has finally come into force. Its enactment confirms the demise of the old order that never perfectly met our aspirations and proclaims the birth of an entirely new order that now promises the future we all desire. The National Assembly enacted the Act purely in the collective interest of the citizenry to deepen credibility; promote transparency and boost the integrity of our electoral process. Unlike before, the process, which culminated in its passage alone, took the parliament two years of rigorous work and broader engagement. But why did the process take us such…
JOHANNESBURG — A group of South African nationals who were allegedly lured into fighting for Russia in its war against Ukraine arrived at Durban airport on Wednesday.The 11 men arrived at the King Shaka International Airport and were ushered into the police station to be questioned about how they ended up on the front lines of the war in Ukraine.One of the men was taken off the aircraft in a wheelchair, while others carried their luggage in what appeared to be military-style bags. It brings to 15 the number of South Africans who have now returned to the country, with…