Africa Ghana West Africa World 

Sex workers in Ghana increase rates due to economic hardship

– – Sex workers in Ghana are increasing their charges as they complain of economic hardship. Prostitution is illegal in Ghana but the trade continues to attract many women who depend on it for their livelihood. Ghana is currently experiencing an economic crisis with hikes in fuel prices that impact negatively on other goods and services across the country. It… Read More
Africa World 

Here are the top 10 happiest countries in Africa

– – The list of the world’s happiest countries has been released with Mauritius, Libya and Ivory Coast among the leading countries on the continent. The World Happiness Report released on International day of happiness had Finland maintaining its position as the happiest country on earth. Top ten happiest countries in the world Denmark Iceland Switzerland Netherlands Luxembourg Sweden Norway… Read More
Africa World 

Cameroon bans Shisha smoking due to health risk

– – Authorities in Cameroon have banned the smoking of shisha pipes especially among young people who largely patronize it. Shisha smoking pipes abound in bars and private homes in Cameroon, but authorities say the the smoking poses a health risk to patrons. According to the health ministry about 46% of young Cameroonians smoke the substance – which is typically… Read More
Africa South Africa World 

How to Evaluate and Find the Best South African Online Casino

– – If you currently live in South Africa, you’re probably aware of the local gambling regulations. While online casinos are not technically legal in the country, the residents are not prohibited from playing on websites that provide various casino games as this area of the law is a bit of a gray zone. Popular for decades, this form of… Read More
Africa Featured Technology World 

World’s first 4G-connected earbuds that will make phone obsolete

– – UK tech company Mymanu announces the launch of Titan, the world’s first 4G-connected earbuds at CES Las Vegas 2022. After launching their award-winning true wireless translation earbuds Mymanu CLIK + and Mymanu CLIK S at previous CES events, CEH have stayed true to their ways and have revealed their latest innovative invention at CES Las Vegas 2022. CEO… Read More
Africa West Africa World 

Asa joins Spotify EQUAL Music Programme as ambassador of the month

– – Multi-platinum selling singer, Asa, is the latest Spotify EQUAL Africa Music Programme ambassador of the month. This announcement follows the release of her most recent single, “Mayana”, which was featured on the cover of Spotify’s EQUAL Africa playlist in December 2021. In line with Spotify’s bid to promote gender equality in the music industry and showcase influential female… Read More
Africa Business World 

10 low-cost business ideas to consider

– – Everyone wants to start their own company because most people don’t feel fully attracted to their job right now. Working under someone else might be tiresome, and this job might not be the dream job you are looking for. If you dream of traveling the world, having sufficient spare time, going shopping, and working from home can only… Read More
Africa Ghana West Africa World 

GhanaWeb TV garners nearly 5 million views in first month of launch

– – Ghana’s first Advertising-based Video on Demand (AVoD) and free streaming news channel, GhanaWeb TV, has recorded 4.6 million views in the first month of its launch in November 2021. Streaming on Ghana’s most popular website, www.ghanaweb.com, GhanaWeb TV users have access to watch top news stories presented in the Twi dialect of the Akan language for free. They… Read More
Africa Ghana West Africa World 

Ghanaians mourn the country’s first female Army General

– – Ghana’s first female General in the Armed Forces (GAF), Constance Ama Emefa Edjeani-Afenu has been reported dead. Local media reported that she died at the 37 military hospital on Monday 24 January 2022, after a short illness. Edjeani-Afenu was the first female to occupy that position after recently also becoming the first female to be appointed Brigadier General. Ghanaians on social… Read More
Africa Ghana World 

Beenie Man arrested in Ghana for evading Covid quarantine

– – Ghanaian officials are reported to have confirmed that popular Jamaican dancehall artiste, Beenie Man, was arrested for flouting COVID-19 quarantine protocols. The musician traveled to Ghana to perform at a number of concerts but tested positive for Covid-19 upon arrival at the Kotoka International Airport. He was placed in quarantine by health officials, as was required by the… Read More