Ghana’s draft resolution at the United Nations: The case for reparatory justice
A RESOLUTION LIKE NO OTHER By Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Ghana There is a reason Ghana’s iconic Coat of Arms has always carried a profound creed: Freedom and Justice. It was not a fanciful choice. It is a reflection of the atrocities and struggles we have been through. […]
Search for four missing soldiers after Colombia plane crash kills 66
Rescue workers in Colombia are searching for four people who are missing after a military plane crashed in the south of the country. Sixty-six members of the Colombian security forces were killed on Monday, March 23, 2026 when the Hercules C-130 transport plane came down shortly after take-off near Colombia’s border with Peru. Locals were […]
Ashantifest 2026: Students transform Asokwa Interchange into vibrant street art gallery
The usually busy Asokwa Interchange in Kumasi has, almost overnight, taken on a new identity, one defined not by traffic and hurried movement, but by colour, creativity and cultural pride. As part of activities marking the 2026 Ashantifest celebration, the interchange has been transformed into a vibrant street arts gallery, drawing the attention of commuters […]
Colombian military plane crash kills at least 66
A Colombian Air Force plane crashed shortly after takeoff in the south of the country, leaving at least 66 people dead and dozens injured, officials have said. Air force commander Carlos Fernando Silva Rueda said 114 army personnel were on board, as well as 11 crew. The plane, a US-made C-130 Hercules used for transporting […]
Only 13 countries in the world breathe safe air; three of them are in Europe
Only 14 per cent of cities worldwide breathe safe air, a drop from 17 per cent in the previous year. Swiss pollution monitoring company IQAir analysed data from 9,446 cities in 143 countries, regions and territories, for its newly released 2025 World Air Quality Report. It found air quality is deteriorating globally, largely due to human-caused […]
Stolen luxury cars worth $800,000 intercepted before shipment to Ghana
A major police operation in Canada has uncovered an organised carjacking network with links to Ghana, leading to multiple arrests and the recovery of high-value stolen vehicles destined for overseas shipment. The operation, led by Peel Regional Police and dubbed Project Stratis, targeted a series of violent, armed carjackings reported across the Peel Region and […]
African Group mounts final push for backing ahead of UN vote on slavery resolution
By Hannah Dadzie The African Group at the United Nations has stepped up diplomatic efforts to secure backing for a landmark resolution on the trafficking and racialised chattel enslavement of Africans, as objections from some member states force the issue toward a vote in the General Assembly. At a media briefing ahead of expected action […]
Middle East war escalates on Day 25 as Iranian missiles hit Tel Aviv despite five-day US strike pause
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its 25th day with a sudden shift in rhetoric from Washington. President Donald Trump announced a five-day postponement of his ultimatum to strike Iranian power plants. This decision followed his claim that the two nations reached “major points […]
Jury orders Cosby to pay $19m to ex-waitress after finding he abused her in 1972
A jury in California has ordered Bill Cosby to pay $19.25m (£14.3m) in damages to a former waitress after finding he drugged and sexually assaulted her while taking her to one of his shows more than five decades ago. Donna Motsinger said the former star gave her wine and a pill that left her incapacitated […]
Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow: Why World Meteorological Day matters more than ever
By: Jennifer Frimpong Wiredu Every year, on March 23, the world pauses to recognise World Meteorological Day, commemorating the establishment of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). This day celebrates the signing of the convention that formally created this vital agency, underscoring the global significance of weather, climate, and water services in sustaining human life and […]
Dr Bawumia to headline LSE Africa Summit 2026 with AI-focused vision
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, will deliver a keynote address at the 2026 Africa Summit of the London School of Economics, LSE, on Saturday, March 28. He will be speaking on the theme, “Artificial Intelligence and Uniting Borders in Africa.” Dr. Bawumia is expected to outline a forward-looking vision on […]
Namibia rejects Starlink operating licence application
Namibia has turned down applications from Elon Musk’s satellite internet provider Starlink for a telecommunications service licence and access to radio spectrum, a notice in the country’s government gazette shows. The notice dated March 23 did not say why Starlink’s applications were declined. The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia could reconsider the decisions “on its […]
I count myself lucky, to score six goals at the World Cup – Asamoah Gyan
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian legend Asamoah Gyan has reflected on his enduring World Cup legacy, challenging the next generation of Black Stars players to surpass his historic milestone as Africa’s all-time top scorer with six goals. The former captain views the record not as a barrier, but as a benchmark meant to be broken by […]
Black Stars begin first training session with 21 players in camp ahead of Austria, Germany friendly
By Kwame Bediako Twenty-one Black Stars players trained at Vienna Football Campus on Monday,March 23, 2026 launching preparations for Friday’s international friendly against Austria at Ernst Happel Stadion. The squad officially opened camp on Sunday ahead of matches against Austria on March 27 and Germany three days later, all part of their 2026 World Cup […]
