Omicron to hit Africa’s economies hard as leaders protest ‘Afrophobia’
As flight KL592 was in the air between Johannesburg and Amsterdam on November 26, the rules of the Covid-19 pandemic changed. The spread of an alarming new variant named Omicron, first reported by South Africa, had prompted an abrupt reappraisal…
Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta gives the State of the Nation address in Parliament.
On November 30, Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta delivered his eighth State of the Nation to the Houses of Parliament. It was his second-last speech before he rides off into the sunset next year at the end of his term. In…
Gambians Vote in First Presidential Poll Since Yahya Jammeh Era
Banjul — Gambians are due to head to the polls on Saturday, in the first presidential election in the tiny West African nation since former dictator Yahya Jammeh fled into exile. The voting will be closely watched as a test…
Andre Bent: Murdered man’s daughter gives family ‘reason to wake up’
A woman whose brother was stabbed to death on a night out said his baby has given his family “reasons to wake up in the morning”. Andre Bent, 21, from Lambeth, was murdered by 16-year-old Vaslios Ofogeli outside the Gallery…
Man who raped woman at Manchester house party is jailed
A man who raped a woman at a party in Manchester has been jailed for more than four years. Ibraheem Egunbambi, 29, targeted the 21-year-old, who awoke to find him assaulting her at a party in the Moston area. Greater…
Gambia elections: Ex-President Yahya Jammeh’s shadow looms over poll
Polls have opened in The Gambia for the first election since the former President Yahya Jammeh left office and fled the country in 2017. Six presidential candidates, including the incumbent Adama Barrow, are running. The election is seen as a…
Mali: Dozens of civilians killed after militants attack bus
At least 31 people have been killed in central Mali after militants attacked a bus carrying civilians to a market, local officials have said Unidentified gunmen opened fire and killed the driver, before setting the bus on fire, according to…
Why Ugandan troops have entered DR Congo – again
Ugandan forces have once again crossed the country’s western border to go into the Democratic Republic of Congo. Previous incursions have been extremely controversial with troops in the past fighting soldiers from Rwanda, carrying out atrocities and plundering the country’s…
Nigeria plans COVID booster shots after Omicron cases
Booster shots to become available from next week after the country confirmed its first cases of the Omicron variant. Nigeria will start vaccine booster shots from next week for COVID-19, a senior official has said, after the country confirmed its…
America and China opened the door for African coups to return
Backsliding on the part of Western powers, and the rise of autocrat-friendly China, have created an atmosphere in Africa that emboldens generals and military cliques to seize power. The most recent coup in Sudan has been modified – not undone…
Why do we celebrate Farmers Day in Ghana?
“The National Farmers’ Day celebration is to appreciate our own farmers who are the ones who provide the bulk of our livelihood. Without them we cannot survive as a nation as such any clarion call to support the survival of Ghanaians…
Meet Nigerian newly signed act by YESTV (promotions company)… Leky B
Born Adeosun Olalekan Oriyombo aka LekyB @Lekybofficial 23rd on March 1984 to Mr. Bolatito Adeosun from Osun state through Mrs Bolajoko Saliu from Ogun state both Parents are from Nigeria west region. @Lekybofficial started his early education level at the Obalende Primary School, Proceeded…
WHO: Vaccine makers should plan to adjust COVID-19 jabs – Live
Spokesperson says manufacturers should start planning ahead and not wait ‘until the final alarm bell rings.’ Makers of COVID-19 vaccines should gear up for the “likelihood” of needing to adjust their products to protect against the Omicron variant, the World…
YawFlex Super star
Ghanaian Born rapper Raphael Asare known as YawFlex in the showbiz, Hails from Agona Amenfi in the western Region has been consisted in his music career throughout the years. YawFlex Among the various Artists in the western part of GHANA, …
Ethiopian gov’t says it retook string of towns from Tigray forces
Spokesman says Shewa Robit, a town claimed by Tigrayan forces last week, is among those now under government control. The Ethiopian government says its forces recaptured Shewa Robit, a town some 220km (135 miles) from the capital Addis Ababa, which…
After air raids, Uganda sends troops into DRC to hunt ADF
The neighbouring countries have launched a joint operation against the armed group which they accuse of massacring civilians. Ugandan troops have crossed into the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as part of a joint operation against the Allied Democratic…
What you need to know about the new Covid-19 variant omicron
Omicron is the newest Covid-19 “variant of concern,” according to the World Health Organization. A new Covid-19 variant, now named the omicron variant, was detected in South Africa on Wednesday, prompting renewed concern about the pandemic, a major stock market…
BREAKING NEWS: Nigerian Veteran Actor Baba Suwe is Dead!
Born Babatunde Omidina aka Baba Suwe on August 22, 1958, Lagos Island, was a Nigerian veteran actor and comedian popularly known for his comics acting. Died on November 22, 2021 leaving behind Spouse: Omoladun Omidina (m. 1995–2009)Other names: Baba Suwe, who died on…
Burkina Faso: Tear gas fired at protesters decrying Islamist attacks
Police in Burkina Faso have fired tear gas at people protesting against the state’s failure to stop a rise in Islamist violence. Some erected barricades and burned tyres as scuffles spread around the streets of the capital, Ouagadougou. Authorities had…
First they found a dead king’s body. Now they’ve uncovered an ancient mosaic
Updated November 26, 2021 at 3:42 PM ET The hits just keep coming for an elite team of British archaeologists. First they unearthed the remains of King Richard III. The body of the last English king killed in battle —…
Allegation of bias after rejection of 2022 budget unfounded — Parliamentary Service
The Public Affairs Directorate of Parliamentary Service has rubbished allegations of bias in the circumstances leading to the rejection of the 2022 budget. After an intense debate on the 2022 Budget Statement and Economic Policy proposal of the government since…
X Factor’s Reggie Zippy collaborates with legendary sugar ranking to feature some up and coming acts in a hit single.
The Ghanaian UK based Reginald Ainooson also known as Reggie Zippy stormed the jungle yaad studios inside Ranking Family (House of Music) building for a surprise visits to the legendary sugar ranking. They both featured in a hit single by…
I AM THE PRINCE OF AFRO SPIRITUAL MUSIC… BOBO FELIMA.
Born Nigerian Ghana based Elajuku Felix in the most famous suburb of Lagos state Nigeria known as “AJEGUNLE” to both christian parents MR & Mrs Elajuku where he acquired his early education from Ondo state his state of origin, the…
DANCEHALL ARTIST GUCCI WALE IN CRITICAL CONDITION AFTER BEING BEATEN TO PULP BY GARIBA AND HIS SQUAD
The just ended Dancehall Shell Box and Talent Showcase that took place on 11th November inside Events Hub ended up in a rather bloody way with a brawl ensuing between two dancehall artists, Gucci Wale and Gariba. The event which was organized by Shatta Movement Family in conjunction with Events Hub was graced by a…
Astro of UB 40 has passed on
Favetvnews regrets to announce the sudden death of Astro of UB40. The story was captured on Steel Pause Facebook page. Please read the content below: 𝙒𝙃𝘼𝙏 𝘼 𝙎𝙃𝙊𝘾𝙆 Astro of UB40 passed away earlier today after battling a sudden illness….
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Gyptian holds Heritage Award
Gyptian was among several recipients of this year’s Consulate General of Jamaica’s Heritage Awards in New York on Friday. The Consulate General of Jamaica’s Heritage Award was established to recognise outstanding and dedicated service by individuals and businesses to the…
$100bn promised Africa to mitigate climate change may not be realised – Finance Ministry
It is emerging that the $100 billion promised African countries annually by the developed nations to mitigate the negative impact of climate change may not be honoured. Though African countries are contributing less than 3 percent of the world’s emissions,…
UB40 founding member Astro dies after short illness
British vocalist and founding member of UB40 Terence Wilson, better known by his stage name Astro, has died aged 64. Astro, who performed in the reggae pop band for more than 30 years, died after a short illness, his current…
East Gonja Chiefs angry with assembly members for voting against President’s nominee
Fifteen (15) traditional rulers in the East Gonja Municipality of the Savannah Region, have expressed their anger towards twenty-five (25) Assembly Members who voted against the President’s nominee for MCE, Mohammed Tamimu. The Chiefs, led by the Paramount Chief of…
Gory accident at Akomadan leaves 6 burnt to death, 22 others in critical condition
Six passengers are reported to have burned to death when a bus travelling from Lawra in the Upper West region caught fire after being involved in an accident at a Police checkpoint in Akomadan. According to the Police, 22 others…
Controversial Burbank airport flight paths to stay – for now – after court rejects LA’s appeal
The court’s denial this week comes after nearly three years of concerns over the Burbank flight paths, which have included parallel concerns nearby at Van Nuys Airport. By RYAN CARTER | [email protected] | Daily NewsPUBLISHED: October 27, 2021 at 2:15 p.m. | UPDATED: October 27, 2021 at…
Shatta Wale, Medikal granted Ghc100k bail each
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Nii Funny’s surprising visit to Atinka TV’s flagship reality TV show, “DI ASA” stirred up the event.
The pronounced best TV programme of the year AKan, Atinka TV’s flagship reality TV show, Di Asa, has been the most viewed TV reality programme in Ghana as the two hosts, Ama Gyemfa Ofosu Darkwa popularly known as ‘Embosuohemaa or Di Asa…
TRENDING: WATCH and Listen to rare voice notes of the late great highlife legend Nana Kwame Ampadu’s (father and son) video with “King of Rap” Sarkodie.
Before his death, Nana Kwame Ampadu worked with several of the new crops of artists. He supported Kumi Guitar’s first hit at Zylofon Music, titled “Dream.” He even made a cameo appearance in the official music video for “Dream.” A…
Psalm Adjeteyfio raises concerns over GH¢8,000 ECG bill, lights disconnected
He said this in an interview with Citi News’ Vivian Kai Lokko. In the interview, TT explained that officials of ECG initially brought a bill of GH¢4,500, a piled-up figure the actor owed over a period of time. He said he had…
Savannah Region: NDC Executives suspended in Salaga South Constituency for chaos
The suspension comes as punishment to alleged instigators of the riot. According to the disciplinary committee, the suspended executive will not be able to contest any executives election at the Constituency and the Regional level within the specified periods. On…
C.Africa president declares ceasefire in conflict with rebels
Central African Republic’s President Faustin-Archange Touadera declared a “unilateral ceasefire” in the country’s conflict with rebel groups on Friday. “I have come to announce to you this evening the end of military operations and all armed actions across the land…
PSG uniting rivals
Ronaldo-Messi-Neimar What do you think about PSG trying to unite rivals Ronaldo and Messi? How would a team perform or survive facing these giangantic trio? Kindly leave your comments Image source: allfootball apk
Amerado Finally Reveals Why He Didn’t Reply Obibini Again
Ghana’s first ever newscasting rap series Derrick Sarfo Kantanka popularly known as Amerado has finally talked about why he didn’t reply Obibini again. Their beef was very intense and many were expecting that they were going to continue but Amerado refused…