Rating agency, Moody’s has downgraded Ghana’s long-term issuer and senior unsecured debt ratings from Caa1 to Caa2 and placed the ratings on review for downgrade. Moody’s, in February this year, downgraded Ghana from B3 to Caa1. The agency contends that the further downgrade stems from the government’s decision to seek …
Read More »From light to dark: how Africans got so many tones of skin color
Until recently many scientists were of the view that the dark skin color of Africans was a permanent characteristic in their genes; a feature meant to protect those in the African continent against the scorching rays of the sun. Recent scientific findings show that the early dwellers in Africa had …
Read More »Aisha Buhari seeks forgiveness from Nigerians over husband’s mismanagement of economy
As the Muhammadu Buhari regime nears its end, Nigeria’s First Lady, Aisha Buhari has sought the forgiveness of citizens over her husband’s failure in progressing the nation’s economy having spent almost eight years in office. Aisha Buhari made the prayer of forgiveness at a special Juma’at service and public lecture to celebrate the nation’s 62nd …
Read More »Ghana cocoa, coffee could be banned from EU under new rules – Oppong Nkrumah warns
Information Minister Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah has warned that Ghana might soon be unable to export cocoa and coffee to some international markets. According to Oppong Nkrumah, the ban might happen because of a new legislation in Europe. In a post shared on Facebook, the minister indicated that the government was warned …
Read More »Dogs can sniff out stress from humans, new study reveals
Our canine companions have proven once again how finely tuned they are to our feelings – this time in a scientific sniffing test. Scientists discovered that dogs can smell stress in our breath and sweat. Four dogs – pets volunteered by their owners – were trained to “choose” one of …
Read More »PHOTOS: Items stolen from Africa by Britain
Throughout history, many conquerors or colonizers have taken treasures back to their homelands as part of their expansions. Sometimes it was done to fund their wars, other times these items were just considered novelties. Regrettably, many of these objects were lost or ruined for example thousands of mummies were …
Read More »Ayew brothers must be dropped from Black Stars – Ex-international Sebastian Barnes
Former Ghana midfielder, Sebastian Barnes believes it is time the Ayew brothers are dropped from the Black Stars team and focus on building a new team with youthful players. Andre Ayew and his brother, Jordan Ayew have come under several backlash due to their recent performance for the national team. Andre …
Read More »VIDEO: Osebo and son rescued from burning car
Ghanaian socialite, Richard Brown, known widely as ‘Osebo the Zaraman’, has shared on social media that he nearly lost his life and that of his child when his vehicle burst into flames and was consumed totally. In a Facebook post, ‘Osebo the Zaraman’ unveiled that he was thankful to God …
Read More »Dancegodlloyd confirms exit from DWP Academy
Laud Anoo Konadu, popularly known as ‘Dancegodlloyd’, has confirmed rumors of parting ways with the ‘DWP’ Academy. Prior to this, rumors were rife that Dancegod, who is a co-founder of the ‘Dance With a Purpose’ (DWP) Academy wasn’t on good terms with his other partners. It was said that the …
Read More »Five players likely to be dropped from Ghana’s squad for 2022 World Cup
Of the 28 players that represented Ghana in the games against Brazil and Nicaragua, 70% of them will be in the squad for the 2022 World Cup, Black Stars coach Otto Addo has said. The disclosure by Otto Addo means that some of the players will not be on the Black Stars plane to …
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