Africa
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UN declares slave trade ‘gravest crime against humanity’ in Ghana-led resolution
From the Arab slavery to Transatlantic slavery, Africans and even non-Africans were profoundly dehumanized, demoralised and over-exploited. It is because…
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Ghana tables slavery motion at UN – Urges recognition of transatlantic enslavement among greatest crimes against humanity
The Trans Atlantic slavery which saw the destruction of between 13 to 20 million people through buying of captured warriors,…
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Dozens killed, 100 wounded in Nigeria suicide attacks
Multiple explosions staged by suspected suicide bombers rocked the northeastern Nigerian city of Maiduguri, killing at least 23 people and…
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Ghana rejects foreign pressure over gold royalty reform which she benefits less of
The new policy, which takes effect on Tuesday, replaces the current flat five per cent royalty rate for gold mining…
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Landslide at DR Congo coltan mine kills more than 200, including children
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) reported more than 200 deaths, including those of around 70 children,…
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Let’s brace ourselves for Middle East war fallout – President Mahama to African leaders
“We are watching the geopolitical events with alarm. A few days ago, we witnessed attacks on Iran by the US…
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Ghana refers maritime boundary dispute with Togo to international arbitration
In a press statement issued on Friday by the Presidency Communications Office, the government confirmed it had notified Lomé of…
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Industry rallies behind 50% cocoa processing directive – Pushes import restrictions to protect local industry
Consequently, the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has opened formal engagements with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MoTAI)…
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World Economic Forum appoints Bright Simons, others to shape new global development vision
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has announced the formation of a new Global Development Council aimed at reimagining the future…
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UDS returns home after making history at World University Football Championship
The University for Development Studies (UDS) football team has returned to Ghana after making history as the first African university…
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