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In anticipation of such deliveries, Chinese operators of large Belt and Road Initiative projects across Africa are training thousands of local workers, imparting skills and knowledge in the operation and maintenance of infrastructure. This, observers said, is part of a localization strategy which, in turn, is part of China’s broader efforts to advance its development model.But it only goes so far. Observers added that knowledge transfer remains “partial” so as not to give too much away and jeopardize future projects.The Ethiopia-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway, also known as Addis Ababa-Djibouti Railway, was built by a joint venture of China Railway Engineering…

Critics say Megafon has become the last mouthpiece of nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz party. Photo: ATTILA KISBENEDEK / AFPSource: AFPAhead of the June 9 European elections, a deluge of disinformation reinforcing the Hungarian government’s main talking points about the war in Ukraine has flooded the country’s social media platforms.Content creators linked to Hungary’s opaque Megafon Center are behind a wave of well-made video clips being distributed online.Megafon was created in 2020 with a mission to “amplify the voice of the right and counter the dominance of the leftist mainstream on the internet,” according to its website.But critics say…

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam Dr Mohammed Amin Adamu has supported the call for the establishment of an African sovereign credit rating agency. This, he argued, will ensure a balanced, accurate and comprehensive assessment of credit risks, facilitate competitive access to capital and promote the development of domestic financial markets across the continent. In a media interview discussing Ghana’s economy and other African economic issues, the Finance Minister lamented the unfair assessment of developing countries by international rating agencies. “Having our own rating agency would allow us to get a second opinion from experts and, if challenged, we could reflect the…

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The Christchurch-based Crusaders have won seven Super Rugby titles in the past seven years, but this year’s playoffs will be notable mostly for their absence.The Crusaders’ last-ditch bid for a quarter-final spot fell short as they shuffled out of contention in the tumultuous race for places in the last eight on the final weekend of the regular season.Their home win over Moana Pacifica on Friday briefly lifted the Crusaders to eighth, but they fell back to ninth when Fiji’s Drua beat the Melbourne Rebels in Lautoka in the first of Saturday’s four games.The result meant…

John Dumelo joined Lydia Forson on stage to unveil this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards who received Collaboration of the YearKidi’s record featuring Stonebwoy, Likor was announced as the winner John Dumelo’s political introduction as he prepared to announce the winner stunned many fansThe Telecel Ghana Music Awards held on June 1 in Accra to celebrate the more than 150 artistes nominated for this year’s edition. Dozens of Ghanaian socialites gathered for the celebration, including actress Lydia Forson and John Dumelo, who aspires to become Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency. John Dumelo and Lydia Forson teamed up…

Pune: A rhythmic training in the traditional style of djembe playing is the focus of the newly formed West African Djembe Club of India (WADCI) under the auspices of the Pune Drum Circle. The club was created on Africa Day on 25 May. Anyone interested in learning about West African musical traditions and playing the Djembe is welcome to join. For its first event, WADCI invited Adama Ideozu, a renowned African-American performer from Los Angeles, USA, to conduct a workshop on the rhythm of Djole, a masked dance originating from the Temine people in Sierra Leone at the Tribe Vibe…

Lionel Mora, co-founder of French startup Neoplants, poses for a portrait inside the greenhouse where they grow Marble Queen pothos plants in Lodi, California. Photo: Andri Tambunan / AFPSource: AFPIt may look like an innocent green plant, but its name suggests something much closer to a robot or an interstellar rocket.Neo Px is an industrial plant capable of cleaning indoor air on an unprecedented scale, the first in a potentially long line of such supercharged organisms.”It’s equivalent to up to 30 regular houseplants in terms of air purification,” said Lionel Mora, co-founder of startup Neoplants.”It will not only capture, but…

Minister of Interior, Henry Quartey, during an unannounced visit to Kotoka International Airport (KIA) on Thursday, May 30, urged officials of the Ghana Immigration Service, Airport Security Service and Port Health Authority to maintain the prestige, professionalism and image of Ghana. He warned them against carrying travellers’ luggage, wandering aimlessly and extorting money from travellers. “We want to see Kotoka International Airport, the face of Ghana, change and improve to meet the best international standards and practices for all,” he said. “It’s not what you do that matters, it’s the impact. Please carry out your duties well and professionally so…

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, North Tongu Member of Parliament North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has released the presidency letter approving a sole source contract for Ghana’s 5G technology project.In a post dated May 31, 2024, on X, the MP added his voice to why the contract for a vital infrastructure was not opened to competitive bidding.He also questioned why the deal awarded to Next Gen Infraco was not subjected to parliamentary scrutiny.“President Akufo-Addo owes Ghanaians an explanation on how he selected his private investors and technology partners in 5G without an open competitive process. “Why was this landmark transaction not…

The Indian women’s hockey teamlosing streak at FIH Pro League 2023-24 extended after being beaten 3-1 by Germany in their first match in London on Saturday. For India, Deepika (23′) scored the only goal, while for him German women’s ice hockey teamCharlotte Steppenhorst (13′), Sonia Zimmermann (24′) and Nike Lorenz (37′) were on target. This was India’s fifth defeat in as many matches since then FIH Pro League continued last month. They are currently seventh in the standings after 13 matches, with just two wins and 10 losses. India, ninth in women khaki ranked, started cautiously, not allowing world No.…