Former President Mahama bemoans lackadaisical attitude towards coronavirus
Former President, John Dramani Mahama has called for the implementation of aggressive preventive measures to tackle the outbreak of coronavirus, as it has penetrated some African countries. Nigeria, recorded its first of the virus in February, with other African countries like Senegal and Algeria also recording cases. In a statement, the NDC flagbearer said there […]
Black Stars: Coach announces philosophy of offensive oriented team
The head coach of the senior national male football team, Black Stars, Charles Kwablan Akonnor says he will change the style of play of the senior national team. Coach Akonnor says the stars will now be playing offensive football. “I can assure you we will be offensive oriented team, a team that will like to […]
President Akufo-Addo to tour Kotoka International Airport, two hospitals to assess Ghana’s preparedness against Coronavirus
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will Wednesday afternoon visit the Kotoka International Airport, the Greater Accra Regional and the Tema General Hospitals to inspect work done so far in preparation for any possible outbreak of the deadly Covid-19 in Ghana. It follows assurances from health officials that Ghana is prepared for any suspected or […]
AITI develops Operating System Software
The Ghana-India Kofi Annan Center of Excellence in ICT has developed a software known as the Nyansapo Operating system solution (NOSS). The software is to help boost Industry productivity and enhance the knowledge and skills of students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, STEM. It is also part of efforts to bridge the gap between […]
Facebook gives WHO free ads in battle with coronavirus misinformation
Facebook Inc (FB.O) will provide free advertisements to the World Health Organization (WHO) as it seeks to ensure users are not misinformed about the virus, its risks and how to react to it, Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg said on Tuesday. “We’re giving the WHO as many free ads as they need for their coronavirus […]
Akonnor admits Black Stars does not need a new captain
Charles Kwablan Akonnor, Head Coach of the Black Stars has said midfielder Andre Dede Ayew will maintain his role as the substantive captain of the side. Coach Akonnor said this to local media in Accra in his first interaction with the press since he took over the team in January this year. Andre Ayew was […]
Asamoah Gyan is still the General Captain of Black Stars – CK Akonnor
Charles Kwablan Akonnor, new Head Coach of Black Stars, has said the team’s all-time leading striker, Asamoah Gyan will maintain his role as the General Captain of the team. Coach Akonnor said this during his first interaction with local media in Accra where he also named his first call up since taking charge of the […]
Genesis reunite for first tour in 13 years
Rock band Genesis have reformed for a tour, 13 years after last performing together. Tony Banks, Phil Collins and Mike Rutherford confirmed the reunion on Zoe Ball’s BBC Radio 2 show on Wednesday. “I think it’s a natural moment,” said Banks. “We’re all good friends, we’re all above grass and… here we are.” The veteran […]
U.S. carries out first airstrike on Taliban since Doha deal
The United States conducted an airstrike on Wednesday against Taliban fighters in Afghanistan’s southern Helmand province, a U.S. forces spokesman said, the first such attack since a troop withdrawal agreement was signed between the two sides on Saturday. The Taliban fighters were “were actively attacking an (Afghan National Security Forces) checkpoint. This was a defensive […]
Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission calls on GBC
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, Ghana has reiterated its partnership with the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) for capacity building and exchange programmes. The Ameer and missionary in charge of the Ahmadiyya mission in Ghana, Alhaji Mohammed Bin-salih made this known when a delegation of the mission paid a courtesy call on the management of the GBC […]
Ghana, Malta to sign Aviation agreement
Bilateral relations between Accra and Valletta continue to deepen as a delegation from Malta paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Aviation in Accra. Ghana and Malta in the coming weeks will sign a memorandum of understanding that would facilitate further collaboration in the aviation sector. This will take place once Parliament ratifies the […]
Senegal confirms second coronavirus case
A second person in Senegal has tested positive for coronavirus, the country’s health ministry confirms. It says the patient is an 80-year-old French national who arrived in the West African country on 29 February. He is being treated at the same hospital for infectious diseases in the capital city, Dakar, where another Frenchman was hospitalised […]
World Wildlife Day observed
Ghana on Tuesday (March 3, 2020) joined the rest of the world to commemorate this year’s World Wildlife Day in recognition of the importance of nature to socio-economic development. The UN, in December 2013, adopted March 3, every year as World Wildlife Day to create awareness of and draw attention to the decline in the […]
Zambia politician who ‘refused to greet first lady sacked’
A mayor in a Zambian city has been removed from post in the governing party, the Patriotic Front (PF), after he refused to greet the wife of President Edgar Lungu, the state-owned Daily Mail newspaper reports. Kitwe mayor Christopher Kang’ombe was suspended from the party last week but has now been stripped of his position […]
