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Libyans fatigued by worsening crisis – Red Cross chief

Paul Maurer, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), warns that the situation in Libya could lead to many civilians fleeing their country, if things continue to escalate. On Thursday, fighting continued in Libya’s capital Tripoli, a day after the UN Security Council resolution called for a …

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COVID-19: Egypt confirms first coronavirus case in Africa

Egypt’s Health Ministry has confirmed the first case of the new virus in the North African country. In a statement Friday, Health Ministry spokesman Khaled Mugahed said the person was a “foreigner” who is carrying the virus but not showing any serious symptoms. Officials were able to confirm the case …

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Mandatory arbitration for employment criticised

The General Secretary of Ghana’s Maritime and Dock Workers Union, Daniel Owusu-Koranteng has criticised the mandatory arbitration condition forced on workers in employment agreements with companies, especially multi-national firms operating in Ghana. According to him, forcing workers involved in disputes to arbitration under conditions determined by the employer is inappropriate …

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Kwasi Appiah denies holding talks with Al Hilal

Ex-Ghana coach Kwasi Appiah has refuted claims that he held talks with Sudanese giants Al Hilal prior to the end of his second stint as Black Star coach. Reports went rife in the Ghanaian media that the 2014 World Cup Ghana coach had commenced negotiations with the Sudanese giants to …

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Kwasi Appiah denies holding talks with Al Hilal

Ex-Ghana coach Kwasi Appiah has refuted claims that he held talks with Sudanese giants Al Hilal prior to the end of his second stint as Black Star coach. Reports went rife in the Ghanaian media that the 2014 World Cup Ghana coach had commenced negotiations with the Sudanese giants to …

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Female student stabs colleague over biology text book

A second-year female student of the Islamic Senior High School in Tamale in the Northern Region, on Thursday, 13 February 2020, allegedly stabbed a colleague in the head over a biology textbook. The victim has been taken to the hospital for treatment. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. Thursday. According …

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Akufo-Addo to deliver State of the Nation Address next week

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will, next week Thursday, February 20, deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament. This is in accordance with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution and the Standing Orders of Parliament. Article 67 states that: “The President shall, at the beginning of each …

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EC boss Jean Mensa beating war drums – NDC

Former National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary aspirant for Nkwanta South, Richard Manuribe, has taken a swipe at the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Jean Mensa over her outfit’s insistence on compiling a new voters’ register despite several concerns raised. Richard Manuribe stressed that Jean Mensa’s position puts Ghana on a …

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IPEG warns of terrorist attacks on Ghana

Events bordering on human security in the country coupled with extremist/terrorist activities in the Sahelian region should be an indication of a greater prospect for terrorists’ attacks on Ghana, Institute for Peace and Governance (IPEG) has said. IPEG argued that “Violent extremism and terrorism thrive creditably in a context of …

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VIDEO: Two ladies fight over one man on Vals Day

Two ladies were captured fighting over a man on Valentine’s day at a popular Shopping mall. According to reports, the guy left the main chick at home and stepped out with the side chick. An informant who saw the guy with the side chick at the mall hinted the main …

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Liverpool fans in Ghana poised to paint Accra red tonight

The biggest gathering of Liverpool fans in the country could be witnessed as hundreds are expected to converge in Dzorwulu-Accra on Saturday, February 15.   Liverpool supporters drawn from various regions of the country are excited at the prospect of taking over Ghana’s capital a day after Valentine’s in the …

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Mad rush for Valentine’s gifts in Accra

It’s busy out there in the streets of Accra, for loved ones, it’s one of the few special occasions partners get to spend on their cherished ones, and for gift shops, now is the time to make some more money. Makola, a traditional market center in Accra was obviously colourful, …

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FACT-CHECK: 3 claims by Dr Bawumia at government Town Hall Meeting

Claims: 3 claims about fiscal deficit [2018, 2019] being below 5%, 8 financial institutions that started operations during NDC governments going bust and reducing/abolishing at least 15 separate taxes and levies Source: Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia Verdict: One claim false, two others true In 11 months time, Ghana will be heading to …

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