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Disney CEO Bob Iger, pictured here in 2019, expressed his confidence in an upcoming initiative to crack down on inappropriate streaming password sharing. Photo: NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/FileSource: AFPDisney reported higher revenue on Tuesday due to strong performance by its theme parks division and improved streaming activity, but a decline in the company’s India operations resulted in a small loss.The company achieved profitability in the entertainment streaming sector after adding more than six million subscriptions to Disney+, a milestone after years of losses.But company officials said they expect the division to make a loss in the current quarter, in part because of…

Nana Ohene Ntow, Senior Advisor to Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen Nana Ohene Ntou, a former general secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and currently a senior advisor to independent presidential candidate Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, has been involved in the controversial Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Ghana Revenue He expressed outrage at the NPP’s defense of the Revenue Guarantee Agreement with the GRA. Strategic Mobilization Limits (SML). He noted that it is concerning that someone like Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Malkin defends the GRA-SML agreement. Ohene-Ntou stressed that the deal did not meet any of the conditions for sole procurement, but SML…

Join us as we delve into the heart of Africa’s innovation scene and uncover the top 15 most innovative countries according to the 2023 Global Innovation Index that are reshaping the future. Nestled in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius emerges as the crown of innovation. With its vibrant startup ecosystem and progressive policies, this island nation is a hotbed for tech innovation, attracting talent from around the world. From the Silicon Cape to the tech hubs of Johannesburg, South Africa is at the forefront of innovation in Africa. With its diverse pool of tech-savvy entrepreneurs and investment opportunities, Rainbow Nation is…

The first half was a tense affair as both teams threw everything at each other in attack, but a combination of dogged defending and a wet ball prevented them from capitalizing on a couple of scoring chances. Australia came out firing in the opening minutes, putting constant pressure on the Junior Boks near their tryline, but they held their own as the South Africans defended resolutely. They also showed good aggression throughout the half – although handling errors denied them in the opening 30 minutes. Red card for Junior Bok prop Mbasa Maqubela in the 20u The minute to charge…

Amazon officially announced its launch Amazon.co.za in South Africa. The launch provides customers in South Africa with a new online shopping experience through which they shop from a wide variety of local and international brands and benefit from same and next day delivery. Details For products fulfilled by Amazon, customers will receive free shipping on their first order, followed by free shipping on subsequent orders over R500 (approx. $27). Customers will also receive status updates via WhatsApp so they can track their order every step of the way. Amazon also offers returns within 30 days through convenient options, including home…

Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale outdid himself at Daddy Lumba’s Legends Night concert in LondonThe 39-year-old performed some of his hit songs at the sold-out concert on Monday 6 May 2024Some social media users applauded Shatta Wale for his incredible performances at both Medikal and Daddy Lumba concertGhanaian musician Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr popularly known as Shatta Wale has since time immemorial proven himself to be a talented musician and a great performer.The famous Dancehall musician was among the headliners at Daddy Lumba’s Legends Night concert at London’s Lighthouse Theatre.Shatta Wale and Samini perform at Daddy Lumba concert. Photo source:…

Two years after the plans were announced, Amazon’s long-awaited e-commerce entry into Africa has finally come to fruition. On Tuesday, the tech giant unveiled the market in South Africa. South Africa is the e-commerce giant’s first market on the continent and will go up against local players such as Takealot (majority owned by media giant Naspers), as well as Makro’s bidorbuy and Bob Group. It’s worth noting that it launched the service without a Prime subscription — meaning no media services and no Prime-only service tiers like free shipping on a large number of items.We’ve reached out to Amazon to…

Germany’s far-right AfD party is in second place in opinion polls ahead of European Parliament elections. Photo: Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFPSource: AFPGermany’s biggest companies said on Tuesday they had formed an alliance to campaign against extremism ahead of key European Parliament elections, when the far right is expected to make strong gains.The 30-company alliance includes blue-chip conglomerates such as BMW, BASF and Deutsche Bank, as well as family businesses and start-ups.”Blocking, extremism and populism are threats to Germany as a business location and to our well-being,” the alliance said in a statement.”In their first joint campaign, the companies are calling…

North Tongu Constituency Member of Parliament Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has revealed new details about the cocaine smuggling scandal at Kotoka International Airport.He revealed that letters he came across indicated that the main suspects arrested in the scandal would continue to receive two-thirds of their salaries during the ongoing investigation.Additionally, the letter suggests that the government cannot recover the salaries of those who may be found guilty of a crime.Mr. Ablakwa expressed anger at the unseemly conduct of the airport staff, which he believes could damage the country’s reputation internationally and affect the nation in the future.“Intercepted interdict letters in the…

Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid combined to average 60.6 points, the top scoring duo in the NBA this season. CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) — Say goodbye to the 76ers. No, not Joel Embiid. Tyrese Maxey it also sticks. Nick Nurse seems like a perfect long-term manager. But for the rest of the Sixers? It’s time to wish them almost well, with nearly the entire team — players like Kelly Oubre Jr., Kyle Lowry and Nic Batum — coming off the season with an expiring contract. Team president Daryl Morey this summer has about $65 million in salary cap space, a first-round…