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Endurance Grand unlocked a new milestone on TikTok as a digital content creatorKwadwo Sheldon was one of the many Ghanaian stars who took to social media to celebrate her milestoneSheldon’s remarks caused a bit of a misunderstanding with a fan who had little to say about the Endurance GrandGhanaian dancer and content creator Endurance Grand has registered ten million followers on TikTok.She is the first Ghanaian choreographer to reach the enviable milestone, making her one of the most followed on the platform.Kwadwo Sheldon defends the Endurance Grand online. Photo credit: Facebook/KwadwoSheldon, Facebook/DWPAcademySource: FacebookSheldon celebrates the Endurance GrandKwadwo Sheldon, founder of…

The Ghanaian cedi continued to depreciate and trades at GH¢16.35 to a dollar in the retail marketThe cedi has depreciated by 1.21% against the dollar in the retail market, compared to 1.84% last weekThe cedi has lost 26.10% against the dollar in 2024, making it one of the worst performing currencies in AfricaThe Ghanaian cedi continued to depreciate despite earlier positive outlook.This devaluation of the Ghanaian cedi comes despite reduced demand pressure for forex.Bloomberg predicts that the Ghanaian cedi may end the year at GH¢15.97 per dollar.Source: Getty ImagesJoy News reported that the cedi depreciated 1.21% against the dollar in…

Fielda leading African health technology company, has launched a route-to-market service that will introduce emerging therapies to address the urgent need of maternal mortality, newborn and child health, along with nutrition. Details The initiative will leverage Field’s proprietary technology, distribution and financing services, which currently power a network of over 40,000 private and public healthcare providers in rural and urban areas across Kenya and Nigeria. The initiative starts with one originally $11 million in support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundationin recognition of Field’s commitment to introducing emerging therapies and supply chain transformation to combat Africa’s most pressing health…

Socialite Efia Odo and co-hosts of the Rants, Bants and Confessions podcast trash men in their latest episodeIn the video, they recounted unfortunate experiences they had with men and how it shaped their narrative about themThe trailer of the video drew mixed opinions from Ghanaians, with others expressing their displeasure over the matterSocialite Efia Odo and co-hosts of the Rants, Bants and Confessions podcast have started a debate on the Internet after a video surfaced of them talking bad about men.Efia Odo and podcast co-hosts Efia Odo, Gisela Amponsah and Princess Ama Burland, trash men. Image credit: @efia_odoSource: InstagramEfia Onto…

The yen hit a nine-month high against the dollar after a Bank of Japan official said it would continue to tighten monetary policy if the economy performs as expected. Photo: Richard A. Brooks/AFPSource: AFPStocks fell on Wednesday after a mixed day on Wall Street, as worries about the world’s two largest economies offset optimism that the Federal Reserve will begin cutting interest rates next week.Meanwhile, the yen hit a nine-month high after a Bank of Japan official said policymakers would stick to their plan to tighten if the economy and inflation performed as expected.Nervous traders also sought a position ahead…

Accenture announced that it has invested in EMTECH, a global financial technology company that provides software-as-a-service platforms to help central banks streamline, connect and modernize their processes and operations. The investment amount has not been disclosed. Details This investment, made through Accenture Ventureswill support EMTECH in its efforts to transform the financial and technological infrastructure of central banks and make it easier for central banks to regulate and supervise fintechs in an increasingly digital economy. Accenture will integrate EMTECH products for digital cash, regulatory sandboxes and compliance into the company’s core banking transformation services. Because this matters The investment in…

PlayStation 5 goes pro with better graphics and AI capabilities. Photo: Philip FONG/AFP/FileSource: AFPSony announced on Tuesday that it will release an upgraded version of its flagship game console with better graphics and artificial intelligence capabilities on November 7, calling it the PlayStation 5 Pro.The Japanese company’s gaming division has struggled this year, with the PlayStation 5 missing its sales targets and PlayStation announcing 900 job cuts in February.The gaming industry is struggling with a wider recession as the investment that poured into the industry during Covid has largely dried up.In a short video announcement, PlayStation chief architect Mark Cerny…

Executive Director of the Center for International Maritime Affairs, Ghana, Albert Fiatui The Executive Director of the Center for International Maritime Affairs, Ghana (CIMAG), Albert Derrick Fiatui, has called on government to adopt re-shore technology as a key strategy to combat coastal erosion. According to him, this approach is necessary to reduce tidal wave energy while maintaining the integrity of the coastal ecosystem.Speaking on the current affairs programme, Eye on Port, Mr Fiatui expressed serious concern over the escalating threats facing Ghana’s coastline due to erosion and destruction by tidal waves. He stressed that immediate and decisive action is needed…

Critical Ideas Limitedtrading as Chipper Casha cross-border payment application has received a broker-dealer license from Ghana Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Details The license gives Chipper Cash the legal authority to engage in securities brokerage, serving both individual and institutional clients. Chipper Cash customers will be able to buy and sell stocks, bonds and other securities directly within the app, making it a one-stop shop for investment management. The license also gives Chipper Cash direct market access, enabling faster transaction execution and more competitive pricing, placing it ahead of competitors without such privileges. Because this matters By offering wealth management…

Wendy Shay, through her Shay Foundation, won an award in the Philanthropy and Charity-child support category at the Forty under 40 Awards 2024The singer’s foundation, in a post on social media, celebrated the victory and thanked the organizers for the recognitionMany fans flocked to the comments section to congratulate Wendy Shay on her latest awardGhanaian singer Wendy Shay has gained recognition for her charity work with the Shay Foundation. The Wendy Shay Foundation wins an award for its charitable works. Photo Source: @wendyshayofficialSource: InstagramThe Wendy Shay Foundation has won a prestigious awardThe signees of Rufftown Records Shay Foundation won the…