28 Sep

Ghana – China Trade Sees Further Growth – Ambassador Lu Kun

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Ghana - China trade reaches a historic high of $10.2 billion, solidifying China's position as Ghana's leading source of foreign investment. Ghana and China are celebrating a significant milestone in their economic relationship, with bilateral trade reaching a record $10.2 billion last year. Ambassador Lu Kun, the Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, made this announcement during a reception commemorating the 74th Anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. China's 74th Anniversary Celebration This remarkable trade volume indicates a 60 percent surge in Ghana's exports to China, solidifying China's position as Ghana's largest partner and a major source of…

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17 Sep

Emerging: Ukraine Shoots Down Russian Missiles and Drones

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Ukraine's air defense forces have achieved a significant victory by intercepting and neutralizing ten Russian missiles and drones flying over the southern regions of Mykolaiv and Odesa during the night, according to the Ukrainian Air Command South. The Air Command relayed on its Telegram channel that it successfully detected and engaged four Russian cruise missiles and six combat drones of Iranian origin. They suspect are coming from both the occupied Crimea and the Russian mainland. Aerial Threats and Airstrikes The Air Command South reported, "Four Kh-101/Kh-555/Kh-55 cruise missiles and two Shahed-136/131 combat drones were destroyed by the defense forces of…

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17 Sep

Airshow Tragedy: Girl, 5, Dies After Military Jet Crashes

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A tragic incident unfolded near the northern Italian city of Turin. A military jet, part of the renowned Italian Airforce team, the Frecce Tricolori, crashed into a family car. This happened during an acrobatic exercise, claiming the life of a five-year-old girl. The Frecce Tricolori were engaged in a practice run when the shocking incident occurred. Eyewitnesses captured the dramatic moment on camera. The videos showed one of the jets abruptly dipping from the sky, ultimately crashing into the ground. Upon hitting the ground it struck a family car causing catastrophic consequences on the ground. Tragically, the young girl, identified…

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17 Sep

Cuba and Zimbabwe Forge Ahead to Bolster Health Relations

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In a recent high-level meeting, Cuba and Zimbabwe announced their intention to enhance and broaden health relations. The meeting, involving Cuban Health Minister José Ángel Portal and Zimbabwean Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, discussed prospects of expanding medical collaboration in Zimbabwe. They also discussed furthering the training of human resources, and fostering the transfer of biopharmaceutical technology between the two nations. A History of Medical Cooperation The medical cooperation between Cuba and Zimbabwe is not a new phenomenon; it dates back to 1977. At present, 17 Cuban health collaborators are serving in Zimbabwe, 11 of whom are physicians. Zimbabwe has benefited from…

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17 Sep

Somalia National ID Card Rollout Marks a Historic Step Forward

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Somalia National ID Card Rollout - For over thirty years, Somalia’s digital identity system remained unaltered, left untouched by the sweeping technological advancements that have marked the 21st century. Now, the nation is on the brink of an important transformation. Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has initiated a momentous shift towards digitization and civil registration. This will be achieved with the official rollout of the national ID card issuance. In a two-day conference held in Mogadishu, the Prime Minister inaugurated the return of civil registration and the issuance of national ID cards. He remarked, “Today marks a great day for…

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14 Sep

Three Year Moratorium to Bolster Marine Conservation

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Ghana imposes a three-year ban on new canoe entries in the marine sector to combat overfishing and protect dwindling fish stocks, in line with the National Fisheries Management Plan 2022-2026. Three Year Moratorium to Bolster Marine Conservation Starting October 1, 2023, the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development has implemented a three-year ban on new canoe entries into the marine sector. This decisive move is also part of a broader strategy to address the declining fish stocks in the country, with the goal of rejuvenating marine resources and promoting sustainable management. The enforced moratorium, aptly named "Pause No New Canoes…

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13 Sep

Seminar Explores Security and Safety Issues in Digitalization

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The Nathan Quao Hall at the CLOGSAG auditorium in Accra came alive on September 13th, 2023, as policymakers, scholars, and practitioners gathered for a seminar titled, "Public Policy Practice in the Era of Digitalization - Critical Security and Safety Issues." Organized by the Office of the Head of Civil Service in collaboration with Policy College, this event aimed to shed light on the security, safety, and economic aspects of implementing digitalization in public policy practice and also bring to the attention of stakeholders, their roles in making Digitalization a success. Moderated by Ms. Kate Addo, The Acting  Coordinating Director of…

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09 Sep

Over 600 Dead as Buildings Collapse in Morocco Earthquake

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Over 600 Dead as Buildings Collapse in Morocco Earthquake - A devastating earthquake with a magnitude of at least 6.8 struck Morocco’s High Atlas mountains, leaving hundreds dead as buildings crumbled and residents fled their shaking homes in numerous cities and towns. Marrakech, the nearest major city to the epicenter, witnessed some buildings collapsing in its old city, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Initial reports indicated that a part of a towering minaret overlooking Jemaa el-Fnaa, a bustling market square and a central hub for visitors, had crumbled, injuring two individuals. Local residents hastily sought refuge in the open area…

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09 Sep

Tantalex and Glencore: A Strategic Lithium Collaboration

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Securing Glencore’s Backing for Lithium Project Tantalex Resources Corp., a leader in the exploration and development of Lithium, Tantalum, and other minerals in Africa, has recently garnered significant support from Glencore for its lithium project in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This collaboration is projected to be crucial in moving the project forward, considering Glencore’s vast global resources and extensive expertise in the mining sector. Glencore’s Global Impact in Lithium Mining Glencore is one of the most significant globally diversified natural resource companies, being a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. The company’s operations also include around…

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08 Sep

Uganda’s NDA Found HIV Drugs in Meat but Didn’t Issue Warning

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Uganda’s NDA Found HIV Drugs in Meat but Didn’t Issue Warning - Uganda’s National Drug Authority (NDA) has come under scrutiny after admitting it knew that HIV medicine was being used to fatten animals in 2014 but did not issue a public warning at the time. The Revelation Amos Atumanya, a senior drugs inspector at the regulator, made this revelation during a parliamentary hearing. He disclosed that the NDA had become aware that anti-retroviral drugs (ARVs) were being administered to pigs and chickens as part of their treatment. Mr. Atumanya cautioned that consuming food containing small quantities of these drugs…

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