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Africa World 

Record high number of journalists jailed globally in 2021

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– – A record high number of journalists were jailed in 2021, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has said. In a report released on Thursday, the group said the high numbers showed how bleak the year was for defenders of press freedom. According to CPJ’s 2021 prison census found the number of reporters jailed for their work hit a… Read More
Africa Sports World 

What Makes an Online Casino Trustworthy?

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– – Many newbie players often find it hard to identify a trustworthy and reliable online casino. It is not surprising given the wide range of online casinos available in the market. Even experienced gamblers might find it hard to stick to one gambling site with so many options available. Although it is tempting to guess and sign up at… Read More
Africa Featured West Africa World 

KAIPTC and AU hold workshop to promote women peace agenda

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– – The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) and the African Union Commission have organized a training of trainers workshop to promote the Women Peace and Security(WPS) agenda in Africa. The workshop focused on the need to use the Continental Results Framework (CRF) to monitor and report on the WPS agenda. It brought together actors from some member… Read More
Africa Ghana West Africa World 

30 outstanding women in media to receive Africa Media Honours

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– – 30 outstanding African women are to receive Africa Media Honours for their impact in various fields of media communication across the continent. The Africa Media Honours is an event that Outstanding Women excelling and making a great impact in Media Communications in Africa. The 2021 edition of the The Africa Media Honours is focusing on “Progressive Portrayal”. In… Read More
Africa Featured West Africa World 

ATU Day: Child Online Africa calls for implementation of e-skills framework

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– – Child Online Africa and its partners have announced their commitment to African Telecommunications Union and ICT day celebration by calling for a comprehensive implementation of e-skills framework with all stakeholders involved. In a statement they said “Africa needs to catch up with the rest of the world in the uptake of 4IR technologies such as AI, Big Data… Read More
Africa Gambia West Africa World 

Gambia: Police tear gas opposition supporters protesting poll results

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Opposition supporters in The Gambia were dispersed with tear gas as they protest Saturday’s presidential election results. The protesters had gathered outside the residence of opposition leader Ousainou Darboe. Darboe is rejecting the election results after the electoral commission declared incumbent President, Adama Barrow as winner. Barrow obtained around 53% of the vote against 28% for Darboe, the main opposition… Read More
Africa Ghana West Africa World 

Ghana: Commercial drivers begin strike over high fuel prices

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– – There are chaotic scenes in parts of Ghana as commercial drivers begin an indefinite strike. The Coalition of Commercial Transport Owners declared the nationwide strike as part of measures to compel the government to scrap some taxes on fuel to enable reduction at the pumps. According to the Coalition, the government for the past two weeks has failed… Read More
Africa Gambia West Africa World 

Gambia: Incumbent Adama Barrow wins presidential election

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– – The incumbent president of The Gambia Adama Barrow has been declared winner of the country’s presidential election. He thus retains power with results from all the districts now in across the country. The independent electoral commission on Sunday evening declared President Barrow winner, defeating his main challenger Ousainou Darboe. Mr. Barrow had won over 54% of votes but… Read More
Africa South Africa World 

Omicron: AU, UN criticize travel restrictions on African countries

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– – The African Union and United Nations have strongly criticized travel restrictions placed on several Southern African countries following the confirmation of the Omicron variant of the Covid-19. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that the restrictions could lead to “travel apartheid”, describing them as “deeply unfair, punitive and ineffective” in stopping the spread of the variant. He said… Read More
Africa World 

Spotify Wrapped reveals Ghana’s top albums, artists, and more

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– – As the countdown to 2022 starts, nothing can round off this incredible year better than Spotify Wrapped, which sums up what made 365 million Spotify users around the globe vibe throughout the year. In 2021, the world slowly came out of its quarantine lifestyle to embrace the New Normal. While at it, Spotify entered Ghana’s space, in line… Read More
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