The Ghanaian cedi’s decline softened in the last two weeks, as both the interbank and retail markets experienced slight decreases. In the interbank market, the US Dollar to Ghana Cedi exchange rate ended the two-week period at GH¢12.40, down from GH¢12.15, representing a 2.02% decline, compared to a 6.17% drop observed two weeks prior. In […]
Independence Day: Google’s Tribute to Nigeria at 65
Femi Fabunmi Google marked Nigeria’s 65th Anniversary of Independence on October 1, 2025, by featuring a unique doodle on its website. The artwork incorporated Nigeria’s green-white-green flag colors and included an eagle. Upon clicking, the doodle displayed important facts and significant events in Nigeria’s history. During his Independence Day address, President Bola Tinubu expressed confidence […]
Phyna Confronts Dangote Group Over Negligence Allegations
Nigerian mediapersonalityAnd reality TV personality, Phyna, has accused the Dangote Group of being negligent and irresponsible in relation to her sister’s death. Phyna shared her sorrow on her Instagram account, stating that the passing was premeditated and intentional. Phyna also disclosed that DangoteGroupdid not keep their commitments following her sister being struck by one of […]
Seven-Year-Old Missing After Flood Sweeps Him Away in Bronikrom
By Hilda Osei Kuffour Kumasi, October 01 GNA – A feeling of fear and urgency remains strong among the residents of Bronikrom, near Abrepo in the Kumasi area, after a seven-year-old boy went missing during a flood. A severe rainstorm hit the neighborhood on Saturday, September 28, 2025, leading to flooding. The boy, known as […]
Six Miners Arrested in Sefwi Mrewa Crackdown
By Daniel Akwasi Nuako Sefwi Mrewa (WN/R), Oct. 01, GNA – Six people involved in unauthorized mining operations in Sefwi Mrewa, within the Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai Municipality, have been detained by the Western North Regional Police Command. They include Emmanuel Addae, 20, Boateng Enoch, 26, Kwa Yurimpue, 26, Elvis Dery, 37, Nana Kwabena, 42, and Quansah Albert, […]
Tragedy on River Menu: Victim Found and Laid to Rest
By Daniel Agbesi Latsu Kadjebi (O/R), Oct. 1, GNA – The remains of Alhassan Alasa Inusah, a 27-year-old Senior High School (SHS) graduate, who passed away after drowning in River Menu on Sunday, September 28, have been discovered and buried following Islamic traditions. His corpse was found on Tuesday, September 30, and interred on the […]
ABA Foundation Empowers CSOs in Disability and Climate Action
By Yussif Ibrahim Kumasi, October 01, GNA – The Abak Foundation Ghana, together with Sightsavers Ireland, has launched an extensive training initiative for chosen civil society organizations (CSOs) operating in 20 regions across Ghana. The project, named: “Enhancing Civil Society Representation of Women with Disabilities in Ghana,” aims to support local organizations in the Ashanti, […]
Newlywed Dies at 75 the Day After Wedding with 35-Year-Old Bride
A 75-year-old man from Kuchhmuchh village in Uttar Pradesh passed away suddenly the morning following his marriage to a 35-year-old woman, causing great surprise among his family and the local community. Even though family members cautioned him, the older man proceeded with a legal marriage, spending the night with his significantly younger wife before experiencing […]
Local Finance Sector Unites to Launch Sustainable Finance Alliance
The local financial industry made a significant move towards environmental sustainability this week as the Namibia Sustainable Finance Alliance (NSFA) was introduced. The Alliance unites the Bank of Namibia along with major financial regulators, banks, and sector associations to address climate-related challenges and promote equitable development. The NSFA serves as a voluntary, multi-stakeholder initiative designed […]
Okpebholo: Tinubu Paving Way for Nigeria’s Rise
The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has stated that the actions and choices made by President Bola Tinubu are leading the nation toward economic stability and development. Governor Okpebholo, during a state-wide broadcast commemorating Nigeria’s 65th independence day, stated that the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda accurately represented the spirit of independence. The governor of Edo […]