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South Africans part of community WhatsApp groups are being warned that these groups are increasingly spreading misinformation, amplifying fear and, in some cases, causing social harm. Community WhatsApp groups are common across neighbourhoods in South Africa, often created to improve safety and communication among residents. However, security company Community Monitoring Service (CMS) has warned that many of these groups are actually doing the opposite. The concern follows growing research that shows that informal community crime groups frequently blur the line between verified threats and assumptions. Instead of evidence guiding discussion, suspicion often takes its place, allowing rumours to travel faster…
A solid drive just off the left edge of the fairway set up a stunning approach to four feet, and Kibugu rolled in the putt for a brilliant eagle to secure his place for Saturday and Sunday Kenya’s golf sensation Njoroge Kibugu thrilled Kenyan fans on Friday after producing a dramatic eagle on the 18th hole to survive the cut at the Magical Kenya Open and remain the only Kenyan in contention heading into moving day on Saturday.“I haven’t processed it yet, but I feel a bit ecstatic — especially with the crowd on the last,” said Kibugu.“Two great…
Cristiano Ronaldo has been playing for Al-Nassr since January 2023 Former Al-Nassr player Shaye Sharahili said that Cristiano Ronaldo tried joining Ramadan fast and went without food for two days during last year but failed to continue.The 41-year-old has been playing for the Saudi giants since January 2023, after joining as a free agent.In a chat with Thmanyah Sports, Sharahili said that playing football during Ramadan while fasting is tough for most players, especially foreigners, because of the changes in their daily routine.He said that Cristiano Ronaldo tried to fast for two days last year and realized it was not…
Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has announced plans to strengthen security cooperation with Burkina Faso following a deadly extremist attack that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians in Titao. Speaking at a press conference in Burkina Faso on Friday, February 20, the minister said both countries have begun negotiations on a new joint security framework aimed at confronting the growing terrorist threat in the region. Joint resolve against extremism Mr. Ablakwa said the two governments strongly condemned the latest violent extremist assault in the northern Burkinabè town of Titao, which killed several civilians, including Ghanaian nationals. “We have…
1 The Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) has marked the 10th anniversary of its structured scholarship initiative, highlighting what it described as measurable impact in educational empowerment across Nigeria and internationally. Rev. Tom Amenkhienan, Chairman COFI, while speaking at the COFI Scholarships at 10 press conference and lecture in Lagos said that the milestone was not merely ceremonial but a moment of accountability, reflection and strategic projection. “Ten years ago, the COFI Scholarships Initiative was established as a deliberate and structured response to a pressing need: to expand access to quality education for deserving young minds, eliminate financial barriers and…
Rugby fans across East Africa are in for an electrifying thriller as the race for the Kenya Cup playoffs reaches a critical, do-or-die fever pitch. The Kenya Cup, the undisputed pinnacle of domestic rugby in the region, returns this weekend with a slate of fixtures that carry massive implications for both championship glory and top-flight survival. As the regular season approaches its dramatic climax, teams are frantically calculating their mathematical paths to the coveted playoff spots, while others fight tooth and nail to avoid the dreaded drop to the lower divisions. At the center of this weekend’s spotlight is a…
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India and South Africa meet again in a high-stakes clash on February 22 in Ahmedabad, a rematch of the 2024 T20 World Cup final. Both sides enter the Super 8 stage unbeaten, but Proteas head coach Shukri Conrad believes the defending champions may be carrying the heavier burden.Ahead of the Narendra Modi Stadium showdown, Proteas coach Shukri Conrad, leading his first major ICC white-ball event, said South Africa will embrace and exploit the pressure, not be rattled by it. Speaking to reporters after South Africa’s training session in Ahmedabad, Conrad suggested that while both teams face pressure, India, as reigning…
The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has launched a fierce counter-offensive against the wave of cocoa-related demonstrations sweeping the Western North Region, dismissing them as calculated political theatre rather than a grassroots uprising. Addressing a heated parliamentary session on Friday, 20th February 2026, Mr Ayariga insisted that the protests in Sefwi Wiawso, Juaboso, and Bia West do not represent the heart of the cocoa-growing community. Instead, he argued that the placards attacking President John Dramani Mahama are being wielded by partisans masquerading as aggrieved farmers. The backlash follows the government’s recent decision to slash cocoa producer prices from GH¢3,625…
1 The future of transportation is undoubtedly electric, and Africa has the opportunity to be at the forefront of this revolution. No doubt, the world is advancing towards clean and renewable energy options, in particular around electric vehicles (EV) adaptations. But what baffles the author is that Nigeria seems not to be bothered and we continuously move on with our daily tasks without referencing what happens around us globally. It is a common knowledge that the way to go is net zero emissions by 2050 across all business units and supply chains, including transportation. This is a key priority and…
Member of Parliament (MP) for Jomoro and Deputy Minister for Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey The Savelugu Constituency leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Northern Region has condemned what it describes as anti-party conduct by the Member of Parliament (MP) for Jomoro and Deputy Minister of Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey.The Constituency executives accused her of meddling in the politics of the area and openly endorsing Hajia Fatahiya Abdul-Aziz, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) MP for Savelugu, during the launch of a project in the constituency.At a press briefing at Savelugu, the Constituency Communications Officer, Nyaba Abass, said the deputy minister…
JTA — South Africa will not participate in this year’s Venice Biennale following a dispute between its culture ministry and the artist it had selected, whose planned installation focused on Gaza. Gabrielle Goliath, a South African artist selected to represent the country at the international culture exhibition, had planned to showcase a performance piece titled “Elegy” that would include a memorial for the Palestinian poet Hiba Abu Nada, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike in 2023. Goliath’s selection to represent South Africa at the biennale by Art Periodic, a nonprofit that was running the pavilion on behalf of the…
Friday 20th February, 2026 11:41 PM| By Cy Muganda National Treasury CS John Mbadi at a past address. PHOTO/@JohnMbadiN/X Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has said that the silent majority in towns and villages will ultimately determine Kenya’s political direction, dismissing what he described as a vocal minority dominating media talk shows and street protests. In a post on his X account on Friday, February 20, 2026, Mbadi suggested that while opposition voices may be loud, electoral power remains with voters in rural areas. “Minority will have their say, yap in…
Ghanaian gospel musician Abena Serwaaa Ophelia Ghanaian gospel musician Abena Serwaaa Ophelia has urged women to pay close attention to a man’s character and attitude before investing their time, effort, and resources into supporting him.Speaking on the entertainment programme on Accra-based No.1 FM’s Gospel Showbiz, she explained that while it is good for a woman to stand by a man during difficult times, some men fail to appreciate the sacrifices made for them.According to her, many women dedicate themselves to helping men grow, only to be overlooked later when the man becomes successful.She noted that in some situations, a woman…
OPDAG President Paul Amaning The Oil Palm Development Association of Ghana (OPDAG) has raised alarm over the devastating impact of smuggled vegetable oil on local producers and farmers, warning that the illegal trade is driving down prices and threatening the sustainability of the sector.Speaking to journalists at the maiden Ghana Tree Crops Investment Summit and Exhibition (GTCIS-2026), held at the Accra International Conference Centre on February 20, 2026, OPDAG President Paul Amaning highlighted that farmers across Ghana are losing millions of cedis annually due to cheap imported palm oil flooding the market.Amaning explained that processors like Garbin Oil Mills, Benso…
Ghanaian rapper Kwaw Kese Ghanaian rapper Kwaw Kese has raised concerns about the credibility of some music award schemes, arguing that the growing practice of artists financing votes for their fans is damaging the value of such recognitions.Speaking during an interview on MX24 TV on February 19, 2026, the rapper shared his thoughts on award nominations and whether he would be willing to accept them, particularly from the Telecel Ghana Music Awards. According to him, he has no issue being nominated as long as the recognition is genuinely based on merit and the quality of his work.However, Kwaw Kese said…
With the KMA comprising 66 members, a candidate requires a minimum of 44 votes The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has failed to elect a Presiding Member to chair the Assembly for the next two years, after two rounds of voting.Patrick Kwame Frimpong, the incumbent, secured 35 votes in the first round and 36 votes in the second round, while his sole contender, Ernest Baffour Ofori, obtained 24 and 23 votes respectively.In line with Section 27 of the Local Governance Act (Act 936), a Presiding Member must be elected by at least two-thirds of Assembly members.With the KMA comprising 66 members,…
File photo of Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority building The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is expanding its service centres nationwide to eliminate middlemen, bring services closer to the public and enhance service delivery. Julius Neequaye Kotey, Chief Executive Officer of the DVLA, said the establishment of premium service centres formed part of broader efforts to promote efficiency and transparency in line with the government’s reset agenda. He was speaking at the inauguration of the new DVLA Midcity Premium Centre at Bantama in the Kumasi Metropolis. Kotey stated that road safety remained the Authority’s core mandate and that strategies…
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. Eric Opoku, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GIDA VE TARIM University in Turkey to enhance agricultural education and professional training opportunities for Ghanaian students.The agreement, signed on behalf of the Government of Ghana and His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, is aimed at strengthening capacity development within Ghana’s agricultural sector through a structured scholarship programme.Under the partnership, Ghanaian students will have the opportunity to pursue academic and professional studies in various agriculture-related disciplines at the Turkish institution.The scholarships will focus on equipping beneficiaries with advanced technical knowledge, modern farming practices, agribusiness…
Zondo. Mpati. Khampepe. Madlanga. Since 2018, these names have become part of South Africa’s political vocabulary, repeated in taxi conversations and office debates as the country followed testimony after testimony at a series of commissions of inquiry. For years, the public has watched witnesses detail allegations implicating senior figures across government, law enforcement, and the private sector. Yet, despite the scale of the revelations contained in thousands of pages of reports, many South Africans still struggle to point to tangible outcomes. When Cyril Ramaphosa assumed office in February 2018, he inherited a state emerging from what courts and investigators would…
Former Executive Director of the National Service Authority, (NSA), Osei Assibey Antwi would be slapped with fresh charges, State Prosecutors have informed the High Court in Accra.On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Principal State Attorney, Dufie Prempeh told the Court that freeh information has come to the attention of the Attorney General which would require an amendment in the charge sheet.According to the Principal State Attorney, the Auditor-General’s performance audit report on the NSA had just been submitted to the Attorney-General, necessitating changes to the original charge sheet.She said the business of the day is for Case Management Conference (CMC) however,…
The traders have warned of an imminent shortage of tomatoes in the market The bereaved family of Constance Nyarko, popularly known as Yaa Yaa, together with tomato traders at the Koforidua Market, have appealed to government to facilitate the exhumation and return of her charred body from Burkina Faso for reburial in Koforidua.Yaa Yaa was reportedly killed alongside seven others in a terrorist attack in Burkina Faso. Following the incident, her remains were buried in the neighboring country.Speaking on behalf of the family, the head of the bereaved family, Opanyin Akore, said the painful circumstances surrounding her death, coupled with…
The government has announced a ban on the land transit of cooking oil through Ghana’s borders, ordering that all consignments must henceforth be routed exclusively through the country’s seaports.The directive, issued by the Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, follows the recent interception of eighteen articulated trucks declared for transit to Niger but suspected to be part of a broader diversion scheme.Under the new measure, cooking oil consigned for onward transit to landlocked countries will no longer be allowed to move through land border collection points. Instead, all shipments must pass through Ghana’s seaports, where stricter valuation systems, electronic tracking,…
Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, has reiterated that Nigeria’s pending case before FIFA is based strictly on alleged breaches of rules and regulations in the World Cup qualification process, and not on political influence or sentiment. READ ALSO: BIPOGA: Zone 17 Win 4 by 400m in Female, Male Categories. Speaking after a high-level meeting with Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Dikko clarified that the Nigeria Football Federation had formally submitted a complaint to FIFA long before the playoff matches were concluded. According to him, the matter is now firmly in the hands of FIFA’s…
A visitor takes a photo of an artwork during the Cape Town Art Fair 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Center in Cape Town, South Africa, Feb. 20, 2026.The Cape Town Art Fair 2026 kicked off here on Friday. This year’s edition takes place from Feb. 20 to 22 at the Cape Town International Convention Center, featuring 126 exhibitors from 34 global cities and showcasing works by more than 490 artists, with over 30,000 visitors expected. (Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua)People visit the Cape Town Art Fair 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Center in Cape Town, South Africa,…
The petition urges the authorities to facilitate the suspect’s return to Ghana to face prosecution An Eminent Peace Ambassador and Founder of the International Association of World Peace Advocates (UN/IAWPA), Phyllis Henrichs, has submitted a petition to the Russian Embassy, demanding justice for Ghanaian women implicated in a sex scandal involving a Russian national.Henrichs is calling on the Russian government to take responsibility for the actions of its citizen and to ensure compensation and medical and psychological support for the affected women. The petition urges the authorities to facilitate the suspect’s return to Ghana to face prosecution.The peace advocate described…
Some of the stakeholders at the event The Ghana Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) is considering the adoption of a Japanese-developed non-blockchain digital tracking system as part of efforts to curb oil palm smuggling and improve transparency within Ghana’s tree crops sector.The system, developed by technology firm Royvia Plus, is designed to digitally record transactions between farmers, aggregators and manufacturers using a token-based framework. Officials say the platform could help formalise trade flows, generate reliable production data and strengthen regulatory oversight.The proposal was discussed at the maiden Ghana Tree Crops Investment Summit and Exhibition (GTCIS-2026), held at the Accra International…
Karela United welcome struggling Eleven Wonders to the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium on Sunday for their Matchday 23 clash in the Ghana Premier League. The âPride and Passion’ head into the fixture brimming with confidence and will be targeting a third straight victory, something they have yet to achieve this season. Having rediscovered form at a crucial stage of the campaign, Karela will view this as a golden opportunity to extend their momentum. Their home record offers further encouragement. The hosts have suffered just one defeat at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium this term, and that loss was against…
Employees of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria have raised concerns and expressed dissatisfaction following management’s decision to make enrolment in the National Health Insurance Scheme compulsory for all members of staff. The workers said participation in the scheme had historically been optional, noting that the sudden shift to mandatory enrolment sparked anxiety among employees who believed adequate consultation and sensitisation were not conducted before the directive was issued. The development followed an internal memo obtained by our correspondent, dated February 17, 2026, with reference number FAAN/HQ/DHR&A/2026/Vol. 1.25, and signed by the Director of Human Resources and Administration and Chairman…
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Werder Bremen winger Justin Njinmah has indicated his openness to representing the Super Eagles after the Nigeria Football Federation expressed interest in the German-born forward, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to a Brentford fan account on X (@BRE_remy), Njinmah, who is eligible to play for Nigeria through his father, described the NFF’s interest as motivating and said he is open to playing for the Super Eagles. The 25-year-old has not yet been capped by either Germany or Nigeria at any level, making him free to commit to either nation. Njinmah’s potential Super Eagles switch had previously been encouraged by his…
THE Vice President of the ECOWAS Commission, Ms Damtien Tchintchibidja has called on member states to take full ownership of the ECOWAS 50th Anniversary Legacy Project on the political participation and leadership of women and youth in order to ensure its realisation.According to her, the success of the project designed to mark 50 years of regional integration could only be successful when Gender Ministers of member states and their governments own a drive it across.The 50th Anniversary Legacy Project on the Political Participation and Leadership of Women and Youth is a flagship initiative of the ECOWAS designed as part of…
The World Bank is set to approve a fresh $500m loan to Nigeria next month to boost agricultural productivity, strengthen value chains, and create jobs across participating states. Details of the planned facility are contained in the World Bank’s Project Information Document on the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value-Chains for Growth, which Saturday PUNCH obtained from the bank’s website on Friday. According to the document, the project has an estimated approval date of March 30, 2026. The document states that the project has a “Total Operation Cost” of $500m and “Total Financing” of $500m. It further clarifies that the entire financing…
“The ball goes miles out here, it and went about 330 and left me an easy enough wedge to a front pin,” he said of a “knuckled hybrid” at the 17th. “So it was really nice to come up with the goods there.“The 18th was very reachable in two, to be fair, and I was only hitting an eight iron in, but it’s a tricky tee shot because you have to take it over a corner.“If you overdo it, you’re in the jungle, and if you hit it a bit too far right, you can run through.“But I’d been driving…
Samini is a renowned Ghanaian reggae/dancehall musician Veteran dancehall musician Samini has added his voice to ongoing public complaints about the influence of foreign music in Ghana’s airwaves, urging local artistes to use the trend as motivation rather than see it as a threat.Speaking during an interview with Doreen Andoh on Joy FM, Samini described the success of music from different countries as a natural part of the industry’s evolution.“I look at Africa as a united group of people. So Nigerian music or Ghanaian music is African music to me. Music from North America and music from South America is…
image: microcooling.com Ghana’s two principal energy regulators are working to ensure that the country’s electric vehicle (EV) transition does not catch the market off guard, with the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) and the Energy Commission actively building a coordinated framework to govern how charging infrastructure rolls out across the country. The NPA’s Director of Business Development, Godwin Yaw Konu, disclosed the collaboration on the sidelines of the Africa Extractives Media Fellowship (AEMF) Training Programme, making clear that the regulator no longer views EV adoption as a future consideration but as a present reality requiring structured policy action. “EV is here…
By Nii Martey M. BotchwayAccra, Feb. 20, GNA – Mr. Muntaka Mubarak Mohammed, the Minister for the Interior, has reiterated Government’s commitment to leveraging technology to improve fire safety regulation and enhance public protection.He was speaking at the launch of the Automated Fire Compliance and Safety System (AFCAS), a digital platform designed to transform fire safety regulation and improve service delivery across the country.The Minister described AFCAS as a modern transition from manual and fragmented fire safety compliance processes to a digital, standardized, and technology-driven regulatory regime.He said the system would well position the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) to…
Five hundred Lepas L4 SUVs arrive in Durban. New Chinese automaker Lepas will open its doors to customers on 3 March.The carmaker will serve as the premium brand under the Chery Group.Lepas has alreay brought in 500 vehicles to ensure enough availability when it officially launches here next month with its L4 SUV.Another Chinese vehicle entering the South African new vehicle market is hardly a surprise these days, but it is still exciting nonetheless.Lepas is the latest brand from the East to enter the local playing field. The automaker will serve as the premium brand under the Chery Group.…
Ghana’s Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has served notice that the government’s patience with medical doctors who refuse rural postings is expiring, reiterating on Friday, February 20 that the names of all non-compliant doctors will be struck from the payroll by the end of February 2026. The ultimatum is the sharpest enforcement step yet in a standoff that has stretched across months. In December 2025, the Minister issued a one-week ultimatum after data from the Ghana Health Service (GHS) showed that seven out of every ten newly posted medical officers had failed to report to their assigned districts, with several…
Administrator of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC), Rashid Tanko-Computer, has outlined plans to significantly expand telecommunication services to rural communities across Ghana, leveraging private sector investment.Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Friday, February 20, Tanko-Computer, who also serves as Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), said the government aims to cover 90 percent of rural communities by 2028.He revealed that private service providers are eager to participate in the rural telephony project through a public-private partnership (PPP) model, where GIFEC will provide land and investors will deploy network infrastructure.“By 2028 before…
As global interest in East African safaris continues to grow, Lost Between Oceans positions local Kenyan operators at the center of the Kenya safari experience. The message is straightforward: the local tour operators that drive the safari vehicles, track wildlife, and manage logistics are the true backbone of Kenya safari travel. Image: https://www.globalnewslines.com/uploads/2026/02/a7ff697045dac84d704c2c0e89889b8a.jpgThe decision of this expert travel blog to support local Kenyan tour operators is rooted in long-standing personal ties to Kenya. Laura, co-founder of Lost Between Oceans, grew up in the country and witnessed how many international travel agencies promote safari packages under their own brand while subcontracting…
Ghanaian Political Morning Show host, Kwame Tanko has being appointed as head of Communication and International relations to lower-tier side Brong Ahafo United.The former Ghana Premier league club is currently trading in the third tier of Ghana football after suffering relegation from Division One League two seasons ago. The Sunyani-based outfit is working extraordinary to make a return to elite football, hence the appointment of Kwame Tanko to a top position.B.A United in the 2025/26 league season, is enjoying stint in the Brong Ahafo Regional Division Two League.With the vast experience of Tanko as a political morning show host deem…
MTN Ghana has translated a corporate sustainability commitment into a tangible institutional act, donating computers, projectors and presentation screens to the Office of the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, and walking away with a formal invitation to help shape the country’s national climate policy. The donation, presented at a ceremony this week, followed an earlier engagement between the telecommunications company and the newly established ministry during which officials outlined their immediate operational needs. Adwoa Wiafe, Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer at MTN Ghana, described the company’s response as deliberate and prompt. “When the ministry was being…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has lauded Antoine Semenyo’s adaptability since his January arrival, highlighting the Ghana forward’s ability to operate across multiple attacking positions as a key asset for the Premier League champions. Speaking ahead of City’s clash with Newcastle United, Guardiola emphasized that Semenyo’s value extends beyond his impressive goal contributions. “It’s not just scoring a lot of goals. The strikers and the players who play up front are so important. Not just that,” Guardiola said. “He makes a special rhythm, his versatility to play many positions up front and in the three positions. He has it in…
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Kwesi Pratt Veteran journalist and Managing Editor of the Insight Newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr, has delivered a blunt constitutional reading of Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie’s dismissal of the petitions seeking the removal of the Electoral Commission (EC) leadership: the matter is legally closed, the ruling cannot be challenged, and Ghana must accept it. Speaking on Pan African TV on Friday, February 20, Pratt’s commentary straddled two distinct positions. He affirmed the finality of the Chief Justice’s ruling as a matter of law while simultaneously expressing genuine personal shock at how a petition he described as substantial and meticulously prepared was…
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If you’re looking for a reason to be optimistic about Africa’s future, here’s one: In 2026, the continent’s economic growth is expected to outpace Asia’s for the first time in modern history, according to the International Monetary Fund.There are many factors behind that surge. For one, at least half of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies are in Africa. Prices for commodities such as gold, copper, and cocoa – the bread and butter of some of Africa’s major economies – are high, and the dollar is weak, curbing inflation and making international loans easier to pay back.And there’s another big reason…
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