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Thousands of mainly young protesters took to the streets of Kenya again to protest tax increases. Photo: SIMON MAINA / AFPSource: AFPThousands of mostly young protesters took to the streets across Kenya on Thursday to protest tax hikes, whistling and shouting slogans in a strong display of anger from Gen-Z protesters against the government.Police in the capital Nairobi fired tear gas and water cannons at groups of protesters near parliament, but apart from isolated clashes earlier in the day, the action — dubbed “Occupy Parliament” — remained mostly peaceful.Led largely by young Kenyans, the protests began in Nairobi on Tuesday…

As the 2024 elections approach, former President John Mahama has been garnering attention with his promise to rehabilitate failed banks if elected. While his promise may resonate with those affected by recent challenges in the financial industry, it is imperative that Mahama’s track record of financial management, especially in the DKM Diamond Microfinance scandal, be scrutinized.In 2015, under the administration of John Mahama, Sunyani-based microfinance company DKM Diamond Microfinance Ltd, which was set up under his own administration, was suspended by the Bank of Ghana for serious regulatory breaches. The company was found to have operated a Ponzi-like scheme, misused…

The Minister of Communications and Digitization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful launched the Ms. Competition. Geek Ghana 2024, aimed at empowering young women in the ICT sector. The competition aims to change the mindset of young girls about adopting ICT and equip them with digital skills. This aligns with the goals of SDG Goal 5, which aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. The competition is open to women aged 13 to 21 to submit a technology-based solution that targets fundamental challenges faced in Ghana and Africa as a whole. The Ministry is committed to highlighting the contribution of…

Top actress Joselyn Dumas models another stunning masterpiece by a famous Ghanaian designerThe media personality looked effortlessly chic in the ready-to-wear ensemble for her viral photo shootGhanaian comedian Valentina Agyeiwaa and other celebrities comment on Joselyn Dumas’ outfitGhanaian actress Joselyn Dumas has released another essential black wardrobe for classy women with unique fashion senses.The celebrity fashion muse looked exquisite in a black custom-made dress by leading female fashion designer She By Bena for her latest photo shoot.Joselyn Dumas flaunted her enviable voluptuous figure in a short-sleeved collared dress, under which she wore a short black camisole.Joselyn Dumas looks elegant in…

Globally, there is a tendency to hyper-focus when it comes to venture capital investments, whether in specific geographies or verticals. But in the nascent African tech ecosystem, this may not be the best approach. In episode 15 of Disrupt Africa’s “The month in VC” podcast series, launched in partnership with Atlantica Ventures and Goodwell Investmentswe reached out to investors to discuss the pros and cons of focus, whether geographic, industry-based or otherwise, when it comes to VC plays. Investors can focus around geography, industry, scene or theme, say financial inclusion, and the decision to focus is usually made around how…

FDP Finance Minister Christian Lindner (L), Greens Economy Minister Robert Hambeck (C) and SPD Chancellor Olaf Scholz (R) are locked in a budget row. Photo: Tobias SCHWARZ / AFPSource: AFPGermany’s three governing parties are locked in a bitter row over the 2025 budget, with experts warning that the deadlock could be the last straw for the uneasy coalition.Chancellor Olaf Solz’s Social Democrats (SPD), the Greens and the liberal FDP, which came to power in 2021, have until July 3, the end of the current parliamentary term, to reach a compromise.FDP Finance Minister Christian Lindner, a fiscal hawk, is demanding nearly…

Gabby Ochere Darko A leading member of the ruling New Patriotic Party, Gabby Asare Otchere Darko, has expressed disappointment over the proposal to make the National Health Insurance Scheme mandatory for foreigners visiting Ghana. According to reports, the new policy will require foreign nationals arriving in Ghana from Monday, July 1, 2024, to purchase compulsory health insurance, costing between $45 and $270, before entering the country. However, Otchere Darko, a staunch supporter of the NPP, openly voiced his opposition to the government’s decision. In his post X profile On Tuesday, June 18, he wrote, “Oh my gosh? This must be…

Athletics at the 2023 African Games: Women’s 100m Hurdles. Image with Amuzujoe on Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED). Accra, the capital of Ghana, became the epicenter of African athletic prowess 13th African Games unfolded on March 8. Chairman Nana Akufo-AddoThe warm welcome of athletes from 54 African nations symbolized the spirit of unity and competition that defines this prestigious multi-sport event. Despite a year’s delay, the event came to life with a grandeur befitting its status as the premier multi-sport event in Africa. With a budget ranging between USD 195–250 millionGhana spared no expense to ensure a memorable and…

Ghana has unveiled a pioneering approach to tackling the country’s long-standing rabies problem. Dr Edem Apewokin of the Veterinary Services Directorate (VSD) stressed that the existing system of recording dog vaccinations was ineffective. “To address this, we have partnered with ISCI Lab from South Korea, which has developed cutting-edge technology to create e-certificates for pets,” he told Joy News at the launch on Saturday. According to Dr. Apewokin, “By implementing this technology, we aim to modernize the tracking of dog vaccinations across the country. “We are hopeful that the Government will embrace and support this initiative, providing veterinary services with…

Chinese EV manufacturer BYD and African EV energy technology company, Ampersand have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the decarbonisation of Africa’s commercial motorcycle transport system. Details As its main supplier, Ampersand will buy BYD’s high-tech battery cells to develop 40,000 electric motorcycles by the end of 2026, with the long-term goal of electrifying much of Africa’s 30 million commercial motorcycles. The partnership with BYD will allow Ampersand to rapidly scale its electric fleet and charging infrastructure, which is already the largest in Rwanda and Kenya. This continued scaling will enable Ampersand to meet the growing demand…