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Angela ListBusinesswoman and mining colossus Angela List has reaffirmed her rightful position as a shareholder and director of BCM, a mining services company that operates across sub-saharan Africa and Jordan.Angela has been an integral part of BCM International’s growth and success, playing a crucial role in shaping the company’s vision and strategy. Her contributions were instrumental in driving the company’s expansion and establishing its reputation as a leader in the mining industry from the year 2001 to 2020.”I am proud to confirm my position as a shareholder and director of BCM International,” said Angela List. “I have always been committed…

Background Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they will be called the Children of God is a Bible decree (proclamation) at Mathew 5:9. So, any measure that will help make the people of Ghana to benefit from her resources especially the natural resources must be applauded and supported by godly people, since this will help to bring peaceful atmosphere for national stability (social cohesion at the local level and national cohesion nationwide).As a former Military Officer, let add that the philosophy of the Military globally is Country First, hence protection of Democracy especially the aspects that promote the interest of the…

Parents and their wards thronged the WAEC office in Kumasi A group of frustrated parents and students besieged the Kumasi office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) on Wednesday, demanding the release of withheld results from the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).According to the parents and students they have no idea on what they will be writing in the statement, with some parents agitating that what their wards will write may be at the detriment of their wards.Some parents requested that they get the opportunity to stand by their wards as they write the statement to…

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Ghana has entered into a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Seychelles (UniSey) in a significant development aimed at promoting educational and cultural collaboration. The signing ceremony marks a milestone in strengthening the academic and research ties between the two institutions. The partnership, grounded in shared values of academic excellence, innovation, and cultural exchange, outlines several key areas of collaboration. These include: Student and Staff Exchange: This will provide opportunities for undergraduate, postgraduate, and faculty exchanges, allowing participants to experience diverse learning environments and teaching methodologies. Joint…

Dr Bright Okoh has cautioned that “Drinking water excessively can lead to kidney disorder.”His host Taller Dee on No.1 105.3 FM’s Journey to Heaven drive-time programme exclaimed at this, revealing he had drank 4,500ml of water that day.”Drinking three of the big bottles of water is not exactly excessive. There are people who want to drink a jerrican’s worth of water with a hosepipe,” Dr Okoh responded.He explained drinking more water than is healthy puts “pressure on the kidneys.”The kidney filters the water you drink, separating what your body needs from what will be flushed out in the form of…

Investcorp has  announced a strategic partnership with Critical Ideas Limited, trading as Chipper Cash, one of Africa’s fastest-growing financial technology companies. This is a groundbreaking move that promises to redefine the financial intermediation in Africa. This collaboration commits to bringing significant benefits to individual investors including the ease and efficiency of investing and access to global securities, etc. InvestCorp Asset Management Limited (InvestCorp), known for its innovative approach to asset management and strategic investments, brings abundant Investment management expertise and resources to the table. Chipper Cash, on the other hand, is an innovator in mobile-based cross-border payments and financial services,…

Last week, Mongabay published a recap of the major trends in the world’s tropical rainforests for 2023.Here’s a brief look at some of the key issues to monitor in 2024.These include: Brazil, elections in DRC and Indonesia, forest carbon markets, el Niño, global inflation and commodity prices, advancements in forest data, and progress on high level commitments.See All Key Ideas Last week, Mongabay published a recap of the major trends in the world’s tropical rainforests for 2023. Here’s a glimpse into some of the key issues to monitor in 2024. Brazil The deforestation rate in the Brazilian Amazon…

The latest round of European football action saw Ghanaian players make significant contributions to their clubs. From the English Premier League to the French Ligue 1 and the Greek Super League, the Black Stars shone bright. As the World Cup qualifiers loom, Ghanaian players abroad are hitting top gear, giving national team coach Otto Addo a welcome selection headache. Here is a rundown of how the Ghanaian players abroad fared in Europe over the weekend. Thomas Partey, Arsenal  Thomas Partey proved to be the difference-maker for Arsenal in their high-stake clash with Manchester City. Just 1:45 seconds after Erling Haaland’s…

At the inception of Ghana’s Fourth Republic, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) cultivated a reputation as the party of celebrated intellectuals, encapsulated in the popular refrain, “We have the men.” This perception was fueled by fierce opposition to Jerry John Rawlings’ December 31, 1981, revolution, and his transition from military rule to democratic governance. As resentment toward the PNDC—and later the NDC—intensified, the NPP positioned itself as the natural alternative, emphasising intellectual superiority. Notably, groups associated with good governance, including sections of the media, largely refrained from scrutinizing the NPP’s self-proclaimed dominance in intellectualism. Instead, they accepted it as an unquestionable truth,…

The 24-Hour Economy is the flagship project of the NDC In his inaugural speech on 7 January 2025 President Mahama outlined his vision of a 24-hour economy where “…our markets are alive and bustling at all hours, with responsive public services accessible at all times so that businesses can operate flexibly to meet diverse demands. Young people, including entrepreneurs, can find opportunities regardless of traditional limitations…’’ The President’s vision is derived from the 24-hour economy policy (24HE) outlined in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Election 2024 Manifesto labelled Resetting Ghana for Jobs, Accountability and Prosperity.I will outline an implementation strategy…