Facebook, Google undersea cable to boost South East Asia internet
Facebook and Google are planning two new undersea internet cables to connect South East Asia to North America. The project with regional telecoms companies aims to supply faster internet to Singapore and Indonesia. This comes after Facebook withdrew three projects to connect the US to Hong Kong with similar cables, following government concerns over spying. […]
Fire destroys 13 residential apartments in Sunyani
Fire has destroyed 13 apartments and personal belongings of residents of Adomako, an emerging settlement in the Sunyani Municipality. The fire started around 1300 hours on Sunday, spread widely, and razed down the 13 apartments in the neighborhood. No casualty was however recorded, and most of the affected people are currently settling with friends and […]
I’ll win Ghana’s next world title this year – Emmanuel ‘Gameboy’ Tagoe
Former International Boxing Organisation (IBO) lightweight titlist, Emmanuel ‘Gameboy’ Tagoe, has promised to win Ghana’s next world title by the close of the year. Tagoe, who will make a ring return in May, expresses optimism of landing a world championship fight after his upcoming bout. The 32-year-old boxer has been training in Ghana since earning […]
3 KNUST students die in 2 separate incidents
Three students of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) died in two separate accidents in the school last Saturday. The first incident occurred when a vehicle with five students rammed into a tree at dawn. Two of the students reportedly died on the spot while one is in critical condition with the […]
Barack Obama’s Kenyan grandmother dies, aged 99
Barack Obama’s step-grandmother, Sarah Obama, has died at a hospital in Kenya at the age of 99. Affectionately called Granny Sarah by the former president, Mrs Obama defended her grandson during his 2008 presidential campaign, when he was said to be Muslim and not born in the US. Her home became a tourist attraction when […]
Assembly-member supports new SHS students in Ketu North
The Assembly-member for Penyi -Akpatoe Electoral Area in the Ketu North Municipality of the Volta region, Mr Ernest Ahiabli, has supported some Junior High School (JHS) graduates within the area with some educational materials for their Senior High School education. The gesture was aimed at ensuring that beneficiaries gain enough psychological strength and proof of […]
Zuma ‘ready to be jailed’ as court withholds judgement
Former South African president Jacob Zuma has said he’s ready to be jailed should the courts decide so. In a lengthy statement on Thursday, Mr Zuma explained why he has not appeared before a commission of inquiry looking into corruption allegations against him. He denies any wrongdoing. Mr Zuma says he has lost trust in […]
Canadian High Commission launches projects to support Ghanaian women
Ms. Kati Csaba, the Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, has called for more opportunities for women to enable them contribute effectively to the economic growth of the country. She said Ghana could not achieve inclusive economic growth and the Sustainable Development Goals if it failed to fully engage women as economic actors and provided equal […]
All Premier League clubs to receive office and internet connectivity Equipment
All Eighteen Ghana Premier League Clubs will receive Office and Internet Connectivity Equipment from the Ghana Football Association as part moves to ensure effective communicate among all stakeholders. Clubs are expected to pick up their equipment including computers, scanners, printers, IT systems and Internet Connectivity materials which have been procured by the Association. The GFA […]
Nearly 42,000 merchants offer GhQR in Accra and Kumasi
More merchants are being set up to offer GhQR as Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (GhIPSS) and its partners step up public awareness about the payment service. According to the latest figures, about 41,700 merchants offer GhQR with most of the merchants located in Accra and Kumasi. Of the figure, more than 17,000 were […]
Miscarriages and stillbirths: New Zealand to allow bereavement leave
Couples in New Zealand who have a miscarriage or stillbirth will be eligible for paid bereavement leave under a new law approved by parliament. MP Ginny Andersen, who put forward the bill, said it would allow mothers and their partners to “come to terms with their loss” without taking sick leave. The bill also applies […]
Serena Williams withdraws from Miami Open
Serena Williams has pulled out of this week’s Miami Open after having oral surgery. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion was knocked out of the Australian Open semi-finals by Naomi Osaka in January. “I am disappointed to withdraw,” said 39-year-old Williams, who has won the Miami Open eight times. “Miami is a special tournament for […]
China’s biggest car brand to launch rival to Tesla
China’s biggest carmaker Geely is launching a premium electric car brand it hopes will take on Tesla. The Chinese company, which owns Volvo and Lotus, announced its Zeekr brand on Tuesday to tap into China’s demand for electric vehicles (EVs). It comes as Elon Musk goes on the charm offensive in China praising its plans […]
Gallaxy make comeback with new banger ‘Krokromi’ featuring Kelvynboy
Ghanaian Afrobeats duo, Gallaxy have teamed up with award-winning musician Kelvynboy for their latest single titled “Krokromi”. The new tune “Krokromi” which translates in English as “Pamper Me” is something different from the camp of the musical duo who have churned out numerous hit singles over the past years. The song produced by awarding beat […]
