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BoG introduces new directives on AML and combating terrorism financing

The Bank of Ghana has issued new guidelines for anti-money laundering/combating the financing of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (AML/CFT&P). According to the central bank, the new guidelines would help it design Licensed Institutions and implement their respective AML/CFT&P compliance regime. The bank said the new directive was …

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A 15-metric ton meteorite crashed in Africa; now 2 new minerals have been found in it

Scientists have identified two minerals never before seen on Earth in a meteorite weighing 15.2 metric tons (33,510 pounds). The minerals came from a 70-gram (nearly 2.5-ounce) slice of the meteorite, which was discovered in Somalia in 2020 and is the ninth-largest meteorite ever found, according to a news release …

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Black women who use chemical hair straighteners are at higher risk of Uterine Cancer, according to new study

Hair product use remains a hair treatment practice prevalent among women in Europe and the United States, with about 50% reporting ever using permanent hair dye. It is the most common exposure route to various endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). Credible evidence from previous epidemiologic studies has shown that chemicals in hair …

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2022 World Cup: Ghana’s new recruits didn’t make impact – BBC analysis

Ghana had a bad outing at the just-ended 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The Black Stars finished bottom of Group H with Portugal topping whiles South Korea finsihed second ahead of Uruguay on goal difference – both teams finished with four points apiece. The Black Stars recorded three points from …

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How NDC delegates voted for new national officers [Full results]

The 10th National Delegates Congress of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has successfully ended at the Accra Sports Stadium with the election of a new set of national leaders to lead the party into the 2024 general elections. Saturday’s long event entered into the early morning of Sunday, December 18, …

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GFA to name new Black Stars coach next week – Report

The Ghana Football Association is set to announce the new Black Stars coach by Friday, December 23, 2022, Angel TV has reported. The Black Stars’ coaching role became vacant following the resignation of coach Otto Addo after Ghana’s group-stage elimination from the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. “Me & my family are happy in Germany. …

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Blessing CEO reacts as popular dancer, Janemena shows off her new dance move in new video

Orezinena Jane better known online as Janemena is a famous dancer, content creator, and brand spokesperson. The beautiful woman posted a video of herself dancing for her husband, Plies, to show off her new dance moves. She is well known for her distinctive dancing abilities and excellent sense of style. She …

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Taking a week off social media could improve your mental health – New study

A study published in Cyberpsychology Behavior and Social Networking showed that one week away from your favourite social media platforms improves your well-being, and reduces depression and anxiety. The study compared the effects of a one-week break from social media networks such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, on well-being, …

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Ghanaians berate Bank of Ghana after announcement of new GH¢1 coin with security upgrades

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced an upgrade to the GH¢1 coin with some enhanced security features. “The upgraded GH¢1 coin is bi-metallic with an outer gold and inner silver. The coin has a pronounced rough edge and incorporates a latent image, which appears in a rectangular form below …

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