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What is happening between Israel, Iran, and the US raises serious questions about the usefulness of the United Nations. The supposed middleman, the voice of reason, now stands powerless, its hands tied, with member states bowing to bullies. The world seems to be ruled by those who control the UN and render it toothless, stripping away its mechanisms and moral authority.So, what is the use of the UN? What is the point of regional organizations like the EU or AU when NATO appears to be the only institution capable of deciding the fate of the world? Whether we face another…

The VRA has rolled out several economic empowerment initiatives The Volta River Authority (VRA) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) mandate, with a focus on sustainable community development within its operational areas.For the past 64 years, the VRA has implemented a wide range of community development initiatives across key sectors including education, health, environmental protection, water, and sanitation. These interventions are guided by a structured CSR Policy and Community Development Programme (CDP) framework, built on four strategic pillars: Education, Socio-economic Empowerment, Health and Sanitation, and Environmental Stewardship.Since 2011, the VRA has provided educational scholarships to…

The acting Commissioner of Insurance, Dr Abiba Zakariah, has charged insurance companies in Ghana to develop inclusive products that serve all demographics, especially those in the informal sector. Delivering the keynote address a the inauguration of the newly constructed Insurance House in Kanda, Accra, Dr. Zakariah emphasised the need to promote financial inclusion by prioritizing underserved communities. “The insurance industry must rise to the task. We cannot build a resilient financial sector without including the majority of our working population, market women, farmers, artisans, who remain largely uninsured,” she said. “No one should be left behind in terms of financial protection,…

In the 21st century, artificial intelligence (AI) is fast becoming the cornerstone of educational innovation worldwide, redefining curriculum design, assessment, and personalised learning. However, Africa stands at the precipice of an education crisis. Over 70% of children in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to basic digital learning tools, let alone exposure to AI-integrated instruction (UNESCO, 2023). Without urgent action to equip educators with AI competencies, the continent risks a dramatic widening of the global knowledge divide. The stakes are high. As advanced economies invest heavily in AI-driven education systems, Africa’s current teacher workforce remains largely undertrained in digital skills, with only…

A joyful wedding celebration turned into a heartbreaking tragedy when a newlywed couple lost their lives in a fatal road accident just hours after their marriage ceremony.The couple, who tied the knot over the weekend, were reportedly traveling to Gurugu in the early hours of Monday, June 23, 2025, where the groom had secured a new apartment for them. Their journey was cut short when they were struck by an unregistered vehicle.Eyewitness accounts indicate that the vehicle was occupied by Nigerian nationals who fled the scene immediately after the collision. Authorities are currently working to trace the occupants of the…

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is the suitable candidate to lead NPP for 2028 elections per a recent survey A new report by Africa Policy Lens has made startling revelations on the strength of flagbearer hopefuls of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) among supporters of the party.In a a survey conducted by the Africa Policy Lens, former Vice President of Ghana and 2024 presidential candidate of the NPP, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, still commands overwhelming popularity among the core members of the party.He remains the suitable candidate to lead the NPP for the 2028 election.According to the report, 70.6% of the respondents who…

A group of former Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) under the past New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, has dismissed claims that over 250 of them have declared support for Kennedy Agyapong’s bid to lead the party into the 2028 general elections.The rebuttal follows reports that emerged after a meeting between Mr. Agyapong and some former MMDCEs last week, where his camp suggested he had secured their endorsement as the party’s next flagbearer.But speaking to the media on Monday, June 23, the former MCE for Adenta in the Greater Accra Region, Ebenezer Doku, said no such endorsement was made…

A recent analysis by Africa Policy Lens has unveiled significant insights regarding the preferences of supporters within the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) and their views on potential flagbearers for the next general elections in 2028. The report, released today, indicates that former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia remains the frontrunner among NPP supporters for the party’s presidential candidacy in 2028. The survey revealed that a remarkable 70.6% of NPP respondents expressed their support for Dr Bawumia, showcasing a strong loyalty from the party’s base. READ ALSO: Iran cannot unilaterally shut Strait of Hormuz – NPA boss In stark contrast,…

Former Vice President and 2024 flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, says he remains optimistic about returning to win the presidency despite his defeat in the 2024 general elections.Dr. Bawumia lost the 2024 polls to President John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) by a margin of 1.7 million votes.Addressing a gathering of former Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in Accra on Monday, who had declared their support for him ahead of the NPP’s next presidential primaries, Dr. Bawumia said he is inspired by Mahama’s political comeback.“If John Mahama can come back…

– Source:What does it mean to live a good life? Psychologists and social scientists have been focusing on a new idea called flourishing – a sense of well-being that goes beyond just happiness or success. It’s about your whole life being good, including how you interact with other people and your community. So then, how do Africans fare when it comes to flourishing? Victor Counted is a psychological scientist whose research across 40 African countries offers a data-rich rethinking of flourishing on the continent. His findings challenge the dominant narrative that Africa is “lagging behind” in development by showing a…