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France left it late as they labored to a 1-0 win against Belgium to book their place in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024.With the game heading to extra time, Randel Kolo Muani was France’s hero as his 85th-minute strike deflected off defender Jan Vertonghen and goalkeeper Koen Casteels to seal victory. France controlled possession for much of the match and came very close to breaking the deadlock either side of half-time through Marcus Thuram and Aurelien Tchouameni, while Kylian Mbappe also threatened with dazzling feet – but his finish was off color as France struggled to test Casteels. .Belgium could…

Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Center SEZ (TRAFFIC SEZ), ONESPACEand Chanzo Capital, a venture capital and growth capital firm dedicated to investing in high-tech startups and scaleups, launched the Chanzo ONESPACE Startup and Scaleup Accelerator (COSSA). Details The COSSA program will initially focus on technology businesses that are ready to expand from their home country into new markets. COSSA leverages the strategic incentives, one-stop-shop and enabling environment created by TRIFIC SEZ, high-tech office space and management services provided by ONESPACE as well as capital provided by Chanzo Capital through KINGS us (Kenya, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa).…

Chef Ebenezer Smith, the Ghanaian chef announced as the Guinness World Record holder for the longest cooking marathon, has landed in police custody.Chef Smith, also known as the Millenium chef, was reportedly chased from the press conference by men in police and military uniforms.The report said security personnel were brought to the convention venue by Nana Boroo for alleged breach of contract between him and SmithGhanaian chef Ebenezer Smith was reportedly arrested by men in police uniform in the middle of announcing his Guinness World Record.Chef Smith held a press conference at the La Palm Beach Hotel in Accra on…

The Milken Institute is scaling up engagement with Africa through the New Business Council The new program represents the Milken Institute’s regional engagement strategy focused on paving the way for stronger, more integrated partnerships across the African continent. The Milken Institute today announced its launch Business Leaders Council of Africa. The newly formed board brings together a group of thought leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and experts in business, technology, finance and investment, sustainability and innovation to support the Institute’s plan to deepen its network and engagements in Africa. The leaders of this council will lend their expertise and provide a high-level…

The electronic data centers needed to power artificial intelligence are making it harder for tech giants to meet targets to limit greenhouse gas emissions from their operations. Photo: Glenn CHAPMAN/AFPSource: AFPGoogle, despite its goal of achieving net zero emissions, is pumping out more greenhouse gases than before as it powers the data centers needed to support artificial intelligence, the company said.Google’s climate change emissions have risen 48% over the past five years, contrary to its advertised goal of becoming carbon neutral for the sake of the planet, according to an annual environmental report published on Tuesday.Total greenhouse gas emissions in…

The Minister of Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adamu, has criticised the Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, for encouraging people to buy dollars to run their businesses. Dr Amin Adamu accused Mr Adongo of trying to devalue the Ghanaian cedi and cause it to depreciate further. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, July 1, Dr. Amin Adamu, who is also the Member of Parliament for Caraga, said the behaviour of his colleague and friend was inappropriate. He claimed Adongo’s comments were deliberately made to stoke negative sentiment over the recent appreciation of the local currency. Despite these…

Tennis is back on the famous grass courts of Wimbledon. Between the tournament’s record prize money and the final Grand Slam before the 2024 Paris Olympics, the stakes are higher than ever. Tournament favorites Novak Djokovic, Yannick Sinner, Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz return to action as players who have led the men for most of 2024. On the women’s side, American fans can keep an eye on Coco Gauff as she bids for her first Wimbledon title. World No.1 Iga Swiatek remains a heavy favorite for the tournament, especially after a shock injury withdrawal from No.3 Aryna Sabalenka. With…

Gabon has officially launched his National Electronic Identity (CINE). Gabonese citizens will now be able to apply for and obtain a national digital identity. Details The Libreville government has announced plans to make the national ID a document to be used for travel within the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) – the economic and political bloc that groups six countries in Central Africa. Cards can be used as legal identities to carry out any useful everyday transaction, including banking services and administrative procedures. Zoom out National ID cards were first issued in Gabon in 2013 and the government…

Maame Serwaa, wife of actor Lil Win, has reacted to the viral video of the founder of Believers Worship Centre, Adom Kyei-Duah, healing the actor and making some revelations about the accident.Taking to her TikTok account, Maame Serwaa noted that the truth has finally come out and praised God Her post caused massive backlash from people, while others sympathized with herMaame Serwaa, the Ghanaian-American wife of Kumawood star Lil Win, has broken her silence following multiple allegations that she was faking the extent of his injury following the horrific accident in Kumasi that sparked debate.Lil Win bruhha’s accident. Image Source:…

All-in-one global payment processing, dLocaljoins forces with the travel technology company Wakanow Groupto enable travel customers across Africa to pay in their local currencies. Through the partnership with dLocal, Wakanow hopes to expand its operational footprint across the continent, enhancing payment flexibility and accessibility for African travelers.Currently, the global travel industry sees only 30 percent of its bookings in Africa made online – well behind the global average of 50 percent. By partnering with dLocal, Wakanow customers can book travel services and pay in their local currency or preferred payment methods on Wakanow’s website.“When we looked for a payment solution…