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It has been a difficult year for French winemaking. Photo: SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFPSource: AFPHeavy rain, hail and mildew have destroyed most of this year’s wine harvest in eastern France’s Jura region, leaving winegrowers scrambling.Nestled between the famous Burgundy wine region and Switzerland, the Jura is one of France’s oldest wine-growing regions, with around 200 vineyards spread over 2,000 hectares.The unusual altitude and cool climate of the area give a distinctive flavor to its wines, some of which are famous, especially the white wine known as “Vin Jaune” (yellow wine).But this year is giving winegrowers a bitter taste as the…

Over the years, some local tech companies have expanded to other African countries and raised significant amounts of money to grow and expand. According to our internal data, Ghanaian tech startups have grown profits over $400 million through venture capital firms since 2016. By our estimates, Ghana’s tech ecosystem has grown a estimated at $40 million the first half of 2024. Here’s a look at the top 5 funded tech startups in Ghana over the years mPharma mPharma is a venture-backed startup with a simple mission: To make prescription drugs in emerging markets easily accessible and affordable. Amount raised: 65…

Seasoned actress and media personality Nana Ama McBrown has been announced as the brand ambassador for Kivo ProductsThe Onua Showtime host rocked a Kivo branded shirt and hat and posed with the company’s wide range of productsMany congratulated her, while others spoke of McBrown as the queen of ambassadorial deals in the countrySeasoned actress and media personality Nana Ama McBrown has been unveiled as Procus Ghana’s newest ambassador for the Kivo range of products.Nana Ama McBrown becomes the new Kivo brand ambassador. Image credit: @iamamamcbrown and @kivoproductsSource: InstagramMack Brown becomes Kivo’s ambassadorKivo products took to their social media pages to…

Google and other big tech companies have come under heavy scrutiny in Europe. Photo: PAU BARRENA / AFP/FileSource: AFPAn Irish regulator that helps police European Union data privacy on Thursday launched an investigation into Google’s artificial intelligence development.The investigation comes as the EU and other major regulators around the world crack down on big tech over a range of issues including competition, misinformation and taxation.The EU has also adopted the world’s first sweeping rules governing artificial intelligence, which came into force in August.”The Data Protection Commission today announced that it has launched a cross-border statutory investigation into Google Ireland,” where…

THE International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) proudly announces the 18th Annual Banking Summit Association – Innovation & Excellence Awards – West Africa 2024, will be held in the vibrant city of Accra, Ghana on November 19-20, 2024. This premier event promises to deliver two days packed with breakthrough ideas, dynamic discussions and unparalleled networking opportunities. Transforming the future of banking Join global executives, industry experts and visionary leaders from the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector as they come together to redefine the future of banking. The Connected Banking Summit is synonymous with innovative banking models and focuses…

Ghanaian singer Kofi Kinaata recently earned a shout out from the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II The Asantehene referred to Kinaata’s song in a speech as he addressed Ghanaians at a high profile eventThe singer says the king’s symbol and his few seconds of royal fame have had a significant impact on himAsantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II was one of the many high profile guests who delivered a keynote address at the Annual Conference of the Ghana Bar Association. The annual conference brought together a host of legal professionals and personalities, including the President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo.Kofi Kinaata expresses…

Pope Francis visited Singapore on the final leg of a four-nation Asia-Pacific trip aimed at strengthening the Catholic Church’s position in the world’s most populous region. Photo: Tiziana FABI / AFPSource: AFPPope Francis on Thursday called for migrant workers to be paid fairly as he visited the affluent city-state of Singapore on the final leg of his marathon tour of the Asia-Pacific.The 87-year-old pope said “special attention” must be paid to “protecting the dignity of migrant workers” in a speech to local political leaders, civic groups and officials.”These workers contribute a lot to society and should be guaranteed a fair…

NBA Africa announced the 10 startup companies from seven African countries selected to pitch their products to a group of international industry leaders on September 25 in New York. The committee will then determine the four winning companies who will receive financial support and mentoring, including the opportunity to participate in workshops and development programs facilitated by NBA Africa or its partners. Companies announced as finalists Back (Rwanda) provides a wearable technology solution called WristWrist for venues and event organizers to facilitate cashless payments at event venues. WristWrist provides a payment system where attendees can load money onto wristbands before…

Sumsum Ahuofe, in an interview, spoke about the impact YouTube is having on the lives of his fellow filmmakersThe comedian actor stated that he and his colleagues earn more money from YouTube than they used to earn from acting in Kumawood filmsSumsum Ahuofe added that YouTube has discovered young acting talents who are also thrivingPopular Kumawood actor, Sumsum Ahuofe, has spoken on how his colleagues in the movie industry have benefited from creating content on YouTube.Sumsum Ahuofe shares how Kumawood actors benefited from YouTube. Photo source: @sumsum_ahuofeduaSource: InstagramSumsum Ahuofe shares how YouTube used to pay actorsIn an interview with Poleeno…

An elderly man is arrested by police during a protest outside the National Congress in Buenos Aires on September 11, 2024. Photo: Luis ROBAYO / AFPSource: AFPArgentina’s Congress on Wednesday upheld President Javier Millay’s veto of a bill to increase pensions, as protesters clashed with police outside the building.Thousands gathered to protest Miley’s veto, with police firing pepper spray and rubber bullets at a group — including pensioners — who angrily broke a barrier after the vote.Miley, a budget-cutting libertarian, last week blocked an 8.1 percent pension increase originally approved by both houses of Congress aimed at helping retirees in…