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Ghana and Helios Towers have reiterated their commitment to strengthening the telecommunication industry and enhancing digital infrastructure in the country.During a visit from a group of Helios Towers, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mr Samuel Nartey George, emphasised that Ghana’s telecom sector has shown robust growth, driven by new affordable products and services, increased demand for data services, and rising adoption of smartphones.The Minister stated that he expects the sector to continue growing, with a focus on expanding network coverage and improving digital infrastructure.He noted, “This partnership between the government and Helios Towers aims to promote digital…

The Prince and Princess of Wales have shared new photos of Prince William with their three children to mark Father’s Day. One is a portrait shot showing the prince standing with his arms around Prince George, 11, and Princess Charlotte, 10, while seven-year-old Prince Louis stands in front of him – the other is a landscape image in black and white showing the four lying on the grass laughing in an embrace. The two photos, shared on the couple’s official social media account, are accompanied with the caption “Happy Father’s Day, Papa (before and after!) We love you! G, C…

The Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Mr. Samson Ahi, has toured the facilities of Recyclers Ghana Ltd. in Shai Hills as part of the Ministry’s efforts to engage with stakeholders in the industrial and export sector.The visit aimed to understand the company’s operations, identify challenges, and explore ways the government could support local manufacturers.During the tour, the company’s manager, Mr. Manesh Kumar Jangir, outlined Recyclers Ghana Ltd.’s operations and growth since its establishment in 2019. He explained that the company produces refined lead, plastic chips, granules, and customized aluminum alloys for export to Europe, Turkey, Asia, and the…

The Rt Hon Geoffrey Hoon, Former UK Secretary of State for DefenceIt’s a privilege to be here[2] with defense professionals, technologists, scholars, and strategic thinkers—each committed to shaping a secure and resilient global future. I extend my sincere thanks to Professor Anis H. Bajrektarevic, to IFIMES, and to the Global Academy for the Geo-Politico-Technological Futures for organizing this vital series of discussion on artificial intelligence and robotics—topics that increasingly defines the trajectory of our global civilisation: the understanding—and the implications—of Artificial Intelligence.Having spent the better part of my career immersed in questions of national defence, strategy, and governance, I have…

The Ministry of Health has inaugurated the Pandemic Fund National Steering Committee, charging the newly constituted body to advance Ghana’s preparedness and response to public health emergencies with urgency, transparency, and accountability.The 13-member National Steering Committee has representatives from key sectors such as health, agriculture, finance, gender, environment, civil society, and international development partners.Speaking at the inauguration on Friday in Accra, the Minister of Health, Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, stated the critical importance of readiness amid growing health threats.He said that upon assuming office, he was immediately faced with a meningitis outbreak in the Upper West Region, as well as…

The inaugural Executive Forum on Strategic Compliance™ (West Africa) will convene senior executives, board members, legal professionals, and public sector leaders at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City on June 26, 2025. The invitation-only event will address critical governance, compliance, and risk management challenges facing institutions across the continent. The forum, organized by Eunomia Risk Advisory, will examine how governance frameworks can support Africa’s development objectives, including the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and continental corporate governance principles. Sessions will focus on anti-corruption enforcement, ESG frameworks, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence governance, and behavioral decision-making under…

In Ghana’s markets, there’s a pricing practice that defies both economic logic and basic fairness—one that becomes especially glaring during periods of currency appreciation.When the Ghana cedi depreciates against the US dollar, traders are quick to adjust prices upwards, often even for goods that were imported long before the depreciation occurred. Their justification? If they don’t increase prices, they won’t be able to restock, as replacement costs will be higher. It’s a forward-looking rationale—anticipating future costs and pricing accordingly.But when the reverse happens and the cedi strengthens—as it has in recent weeks by more than 30%, particularly from April to…

(L-R) A photo collage of Acting Chief Justice Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie and Alexander Afenyo-Markin The Minority Leader and Ranking Member of the Appointments Committee of Parliament, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has subtly jabbed justices of the Supreme Court in his opening statement for the vetting of the seven nominees to the apex court.Delivering his opening remarks at the vetting on Monday, June 16, 2025, the Minority Leader, who is the Member of Parliament (MP) for Effutu, took a swipe at the court over the ongoing processes aimed at the removal of suspended Chief Justice, Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.He accused the justices of…

Kieran Innes was just 25 when he was diagnosed with kidney failure and told he would need dialysis three times a week. He was devastated and worried that he would have to curtail plans for a dream wedding and honeymoon with fiancée Lara Russell. Two years later, his future has been transformed thanks to his kidney donor, his 63-year-old dad Brian. “This has 100% made our bond stronger, I feel forever like I owe him,” said Kieran. “Everything I’m able to do now is because of him, and I have no worries any more.” Kieran is due to marry his…

The tragedy at the Buffelsfontein Gold Mine in South Africa on 16th January,2025 rescue of 246 illegal miners and 78 to 87 dead bodies, has exposed the deeply rooted issue of poverty, policy failure, and human rights violations these conditions have led to entrapment and in some cases, the death of hundreds of illegal miners, also called zama zamas, has now drawn global attention not only for its human toll but also for the underlying crisis at hand, it represents. Accounts of cannibalism and prolonged deprivation underground, the incident stands as an indication of the South African state’s inability to…