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CNN — “When you’re in Jamestown,” says Abdul Wahid Omar, “you know you have to be a tough guy.” A poor neighborhood and children with boundless energy but few positive ways to channel it. Then comes boxing, opening a door to a less dangerous future – even sporting glory, with enough hard work. It’s a story as old as time, repeating itself from Havana to Manila to Philadelphia. However, few places live up to the narrative like Bukom, Jamestown. Part of a coastal district of Ghana’s capital Accra, Bukom is a boxing mecca and finishing school for boxers like 29-year-old…

April 11, 2024, Ghana: The digital gender divide affects women’s access to and use of digital agricultural tools. In recent years, there has been significant growth in digital technologies aimed at farmers and farmer advisors. These technologies offer opportunities for growth and development by enhancing the reach of agricultural knowledge, services and support. However, as with agricultural advisory services, the benefits of digital technologies do not always reach women farmers. PlantwisePlus recently conducted a study on gender and digital advisory services in Ghana. The aim was to understand the opportunities for bridging the digital gender divide experienced by farmers and…

“It was easy,” came Alonso’s unequivocal reply. “I think not much has changed since we spoke in February at the car launch. I needed a few races, or a few weeks, to really think about myself if I was ready to commit [to] more years in F1, because the calendars are a bit tighter now, the cars too, the commitment. “My love for F1 and my love for Aston Martin didn’t change, but I wanted this time to really talk to myself and make the decision and the commitment. Obviously F1 takes all your time, all your energy, you basically…

Famous American rapper Ja Rule was in Nuaso in the Eastern Region of Ghana where he commissioned the construction of a schoolA video of him being imitated by his die-hard Ghanaian fans has gone viral on social mediaWhile many were unhappy with his fans’ gesture, others loved the fact that he was having a great time in GhanaAmerican rapper Ja Rule was mobbed by his Ghanaian fans when he arrived in Nuaso in the Eastern Region to dedicate a school building to the community.Ja Rule in Ghana. Image credit: @jonilarnetSource: InstagramGhanaian fans attacked Ja RuleJa Rule was in Nuaso community…

Ukraine opened an embassy in Ivory Coast on Thursday, a day after opening one in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as Kiev seeks a greater presence in Africa to counter Moscow’s influence. “A brilliant new page is being written in the new history of Ukraine-Africa and Ukraine-Côte d’Ivoire relations,” Deputy Foreign Minister Maksym Subkh said, according to a French translation of his Ukrainian speech. THE… Ukraine opened an embassy in Ivory Coast on Thursday, a day after opening one in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as Kiev seeks a bigger presence in Africa to counter Moscow’s influence. “A brilliant new…

“Defense industries will play an increasing role,” said French President Emmanuel Macron (center). Photo: Ludovic MARIN/POOL/AFPSource: AFPFrench President Emmanuel Macron called on Thursday for a “sustainable” effort to scale up arms production after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, as he laid the foundation stone for a much-needed gunpowder factory.”In the long term we are looking at a geopolitical, geostrategic change in which defense industries will play an increasing role,” he said.He spoke as he visited the site of a future gunpowder factory being built in the southwestern town of Berzerak to address a shortage of propellant charges needed to supply Ukraine…

The recent spate of dismissals and appointments by President Akufo-Addo, including the sacking of Dr. John Ofori Tenkoran, Director General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) and the Commissioner General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). ), Pastor Amishadai Owusu-Amoah urged Franklin Cudjoe to question the president’s intentions.The IMANI African President, in his reaction to the sudden termination of the SSNIT Director-General appointment, expressed concern at the lack of transparency and explanation surrounding these decisions.In a Facebook post, Mr. Franklin Cudjoe highlighted the significant achievements achieved under the leadership of the GRA Director and the outgoing SSNIT…

The organizers of the Paris Olympics have bound that the event will be “climate historic”, aiming to generate no more than half the global warming emissions produced by the recent Summer Games in London and Rio.But organizing an event that attracts nearly 13 million spectators, athletes and officials from more than 200 countries is, by definition, a carbon-heavy business. ONE Analysis of past Olympic Games 2021 found that the events were never very environmentally sustainable and tended to deteriorate over time, despite organizers touting the Games’ green credentials.”What you can generally see in the Olympics is a difference between the…

Ghanaian actress Akuapem Poloo is among the fashionable women in elegant attire to celebrate Eid 2024Akuapem Poloo traveled to Mecca for the first time since becoming a Muslim during the holy month of RamadanSome social media users commented on Akuapem Poloo’s outfit in a viral video trending on InstagramGhanaian actress Rosemond Aland Brown popularly called Akuapem Poloo celebrated Eid 2024 in Mecca, South Arabia.The highly respected devotee of Islam has inspired many followers of Prophet Muhammad’s teachings with her dignified outfit choices at the holy event.Akuapem Poloo slays with stunning dresses. Photo: @akuapempoloo.Source: InstagramAkuapem Poloo wore a long sleeve dress…

Cannes Lions has revealed the line-up of its 2024 jury, which includes several African bigwigs. Specifically, Vodacom’s Andisa Ntsubane takes the helm as head of Creative B2B. This marks the largest jury representation from Africa and the Middle East to date.Elizabeth Mokwena of Unilever is on the judging panel Source: LinkedIN.The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is set to showcase, recognize and celebrate outstanding work from around the world, taking place from 17 to 21 June 2024.Marian Brannelly, global awards director, Lions, said: “It is exciting to see representation from four new markets this year – Armenia, Ghana, Pakistan…