The History of the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup, often simply referred to as the World Cup, is the pinnacle of international football competition. Held every four years, it is the most prestigious tournament in the sport, attracting millions of fans from around the globe….
Reckless and Chaotic: IMANI Africa President Criticizes Abrupt Cancellation of New Africa Foundation Convention
Franklin Cudjoe, the President of IMANI Africa, has strongly condemned the government’s sudden decision to cancel The Convention 2024 organized by the New Africa Foundation. Describing the move as reckless and comparable to “brigandry,” Cudjoe expressed deep concern over the…
Ghana Nears $1.15 Billion Funding from IMF and World Bank Amid Confidence in Debt Restructuring
Ghana is set to secure a $1.15 billion funding package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank by the end of February. Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta is optimistic about reaching an agreement with official creditors on the…
Hamas: Unraveling the Complex Tapestry of a Controversial Organization
Hamas, short for Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiya (Islamic Resistance Movement), is a Palestinian militant and political organization. Founded in 1987 during the First Intifada against Israeli rule in the occupied territories, Hamas has evolved into a multifaceted entity with both armed…
Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates with Assassination in Beirut
In a shocking turn of events, the Israel-Hamas conflict has taken a dangerous and lethal twist with the reported assassination of Saleh al-Arouri, the deputy leader of Hamas, in a blast in Beirut. The incident also claimed the lives of…
BBC Investigation Reveals Shocking Allegations of Abuse, Fraud, and Trauma at TB Joshua’s Synagogue Church
In a recent two-year investigation by the BBC, shocking allegations of sexual assault, physical abuse, faked miracles, and psychological trauma have emerged against the late Nigerian pastor, Temitope Joshua, widely known as TB Joshua. The influential religious leader, who founded…
Dollar to Cedi Exchange Rate Soars to GHS12.30 at Forex Bureaus
The exchange rate for the US Dollar to Ghanaian Cedi has surged to GHS12.30 at Forex Bureaus and GHS18.89 at the Bank of Ghana’s interbank market today. This significant increase raises concerns about the stability of the national currency and…
Shatta Wale Acknowledges Sarkodie’s Role in Resurrecting His Career
In a surprising turn of events, Shatta Wale has admitted that his career received a lifeline from Sarkodie, debunking his usual claims of superiority over the renowned Ghanaian rapper. This revelation comes after Bulldog, Shatta Wale’s former manager, presented evidence…
Ethiopia’s Somaliland Port Deal Sparks Regional Tensions
Ethiopia’s recent port agreement with Somaliland has ignited tensions across the Horn of Africa, prompting Somalia’s president to take symbolic action against the deal. The memorandum of understanding, signed between Somaliland and Ethiopia, outlines plans for sea access in exchange…
Somalia Nullifies Ethiopia-Somaliland Port Agreement
Somalia’s president has signed a bill nullifying a preliminary agreement between Somaliland and Ethiopia that aimed to provide landlocked Ethiopia with port access to Somaliland’s coast. The move is seen as symbolic and intended to rebuke both parties involved in…
Former Sierra Leone President Faces Treason Charges, Granted Bail
Former President of Sierra Leone, Ernest Koroma, has been charged with treason, misprision of treason, and two counts of harboring suspects in connection with an alleged failed coup attempt. The charges were formally presented before a Magistrate Court, marking a…
Nigeria Expands Crackdown on Fake Degrees, Targets Accreditation from Kenya and Uganda
Nigeria is expanding its crackdown on fraudulent academic qualifications by extending the suspension of degrees accreditation to more countries, including Kenya and Uganda. The decision comes shortly after the West African nation suspended the accreditation of degrees from Benin and…
OccupyGhana Urges President to Enlist Auditor-General for SML/GRA Contract Audit
Pressure group OccupyGhana has called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to reconsider the appointment of KPMG for the audit of the contract between Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). In a statement dated January…
Ghana’s President Akufo-Addo Orders Audit and Suspension of SML/GRA Contract
President Akufo-Addo has directed an audit into the SML/GRA contract, suspending its performance. The audit, conducted by KPMG, aims to assess the contract’s rationale, contracting methodology, alignment with needs, and value offered to the GRA. The President tasked KPMG to…
Social Media Sentiment Favors John Mahama Over Bawumia
In the lead-up to the 2024 presidential elections in Ghana, a recent report from IMANI Africa’s Public Understanding and Literacy for Sentiment and Election (PULSE) indicates that former President John Mahama is enjoying a more favorable reception on social media…
Despite Police Warning, Ghanaian Pastors Make Controversial 2024 Predictions
Despite a warning from the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah, the Head Pastor of Glorious Word Power Ministries International, has made predictions of a total power shutdown in 2024. He urged all stakeholders in the energy sector…
Oil Marketing Companies Slash Fuel Prices; Petrol and Diesel Reduced to ¢11.24 per Litre
In a welcomed move for consumers, several Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) in Ghana have implemented a consecutive reduction in fuel prices, starting from January 1, 2024. This marks the second occasion within a short period where fuel prices have experienced…
North Korea Shifts Focus Away from Reunification, Plans New Spy Satellites in 2024
In a significant development, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared that the nation will no longer pursue reconciliation and reunification with South Korea. Kim characterized the current inter-Korean relations as those of “two hostile countries and two belligerents…
Ghana Coach Chris Hughton to Announce Final Squad for AFCON 2023
Ghana’s coach, Chris Hughton, is set to unveil the final squad for the Africa Cup of Nations Cote D’Ivoire 2023 tournament in a media event scheduled for Monday, January 1, 2024. The announcement will take place at the Alisa Hotel…
Dr. Bawumia Celebrates Free SHS Success and Future Commitments”
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Vice President and Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), reiterated the party’s dedication to advancing Ghanaian education during the 63rd Conference of the Ghana Muslim Mission in Kumasi on Saturday, December 31. One of the…