Many NPP members in the Ashanti Region are upset that Dr. Bawumia was chosen as the party’s flag bearer on November 4, 2023, citing his deception and failures in his role as chairman of the economic management team under President Akufo-Addo’s administration. Following a short video sighted on …
Read More »Niger coup complicates routes for European airlines across Africa
European carriers have reported disruptions and suspended flights across the African continent on Monday after Niger’s military government closed its airspace on Sunday. The military government is bracing for a response from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) after ignoring its deadline to reinstate the country’s ousted President …
Read More »Memes rain as Twitter users across Africa mourn Ahoufe
Social media sensation and TikToker, Ahoufe, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023, according to reports. Netizens and fans were in disbelief as the deceased had earlier gone live on TikTok to interact with his followers. Amid the brouhaha and confusion on social media, Gossips24 Avenue spoke to his manager …
Read More »Dramatic growth in use of modern contraceptives across sub-Saharan Africa – Report
Released at a global family planning event in Thailand, a new report reveals a steady rise in demand for contraception; new data on sub-Saharan Africa shows women persevering in face of pandemics, conflict, and natural disasters. USAID makes its first-ever FP2030 commitment, pledging US$15 million over five years, while governments …
Read More »7 strange traditions across Africa
These ethnic communities practice certain traditions that will shock you, Africa is full of bizarre practices some of which are known, and many others that are unknown to the world. Some of these strange customs still exist many years after civilization. These ethnic communities practice certain traditions that will shock …
Read More »The untold story of how JJ Rawlings used to feed a mentally-challenged man who lived across his house
A key reason for Jerry John Rawlings’ popularity was his sensitivity towards the poor and identification with the predicaments of the less privileged. Rawlings’ claim to fame was that having endured hardship in childhood, he more than understood the plights of the poor and was always ready to help in whatever …
Read More »Police to reduce robbery response time to 10 minutes across the country – Dampare
The Inspector-General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare says the Police Service is working to reduce robbery response time to 10 minutes across the country. According to him, the initiative will be boosted with the deployment of over 2000 personnel and motorbikes across highways in the country in the coming days. Speaking …
Read More »State of emergency declared across Sri Lanka
The Prime Minister has declared a state of emergency across Sri Lanka and a curfew has been imposed in the western province, a spokesperson in the Prime Minister’s office has said. Protesters heading towards PM’s office Thousands of protesters are making their way towards the Prime Minister’s office on Flower …
Read More »Otumfuo urges businesses to spread across regions to expand economy
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has advised businesses to recognise their operations as contributing to the growth of Ghana’s economy. He said economic growth created wealth, some of which went directly into the pockets of workers to improve their well-being. Hence, he said, businesses were expected to grow and expand …
Read More »Ramadan begins across Ghana
Muslims across Ghana will from Tuesday, April 13, begin this year’s 30-day fasting. This follows the sighting of the moon by the Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, in Adaklu in the Volta Region and Nsawam in the Eastern Region, 3news.com gathers. Ramadan is the ninth month on the …
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