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With xenophobia on the rise in South Africa, who will be left to blame when the 'foreigners' are gone?

South Africa is experiencing another surge of xenophobic violence, this time targeting West Africans. The author warns that misdiagnosing the root causes of South Africa's problems could lead to internal conflict- with devastating consequences.

Are unrealistic expectations for immediate change hindering Africa's long-term development?

Across Africa, citizens are demanding immediate transformation from governments- despite inheriting challenges decades in the making. Is this growing impatience trapping the continent in a cycle of repeated disappointments - movement without arrival?

The United States is pushing for public commitments from Iran to halt attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hor

The United States is pushing for public commitments from Iran to halt attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic talks

The Vice President says Africa must develop its own technologies- but how can the continent achieve this?

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang addressed the Oxford Africa Conference on the need for Africa to lead its own transformation. She emphasized building systems rooted in African realities- but what does this entail?

Opoku-Agyemang questions the UN's legitimacy- what reforms does she suggest for African representation?

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang addressed the Oxford Africa Conference 2026, discussing global governance. She argued the exclusion of African nations undermines democracy- raising questions about power distribution- but what does she suggest?

Discover why the Vice President believes African writers hold the key to shaping the continent's future through their narratives and linguistic

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang met with a delegation from the Pan-African Writers Association (PAWA) Ghana to discuss the

Discover how city-to-city partnerships are being leveraged to drive sustainable economic development and strengthen international relationships.

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang delivered a keynote address at the 70th anniversary of Sister Cities International in Washington

Discover why the decline of multilateral cooperation could disproportionately affect smaller, less powerful nations and what collective action is

Hannah Tetteh, UN Special Representative, warns that the weakening global multilateral system poses significant risks for Africa, especially for

Anita Gbeho gets a major UN appointment - but what does it mean for South Sudan and Ghana's role on the world stage?

The UN Secretary-General has a new Special Representative for South Sudan. Anita Kiki Gbeho of Ghana brings over 25 years of experience to the role - but what challenges will she face?

Why does a policy analyst want South African companies operating in Ghana to pay for citizen evacuations?

Kofi Bentil is calling for South African companies in Ghana to take responsibility for the evacuation of Ghanaians in South Africa- due to afrophobic attacks. He argues that these companies should bear the cost, hinting at a significant shift in how Ghana addresses such crises.

A diplomatic disagreement has erupted between Ghana and South Africa over the circumstances surrounding a Ghanaian national's death.

South Africa has rejected Ghana's claim that a Ghanaian national was killed during anti-immigrant demonstrations in Cape Town. This dispute raises

An MP strongly condemns xenophobia during AU Day celebrations- but what solutions does she propose?

Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings has voiced strong disapproval of xenophobic attacks in South Africa during the AU Day parade in Accra- highlighting the impact on the continent's image. The MP's remarks hint at deeper questions about African unity- but what solutions were proposed?

A British political party's audacious proposal to punish nations seeking reparations for slavery sparks global debate-what are the true implications?

Reform UK, a British political party, has proposed visa restrictions on nations seeking reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. This move by

With diplomatic tensions rising, a Ghanaian MP suggests presidential intervention is now crucial to mend relations between Ghana and South Africa.

Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, a Ranking Member of Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has called for direct engagement between the Presidents of Ghana

The Catholic Bishops' Conference says Ghana can survive without aid - but is that really true?

The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference is in disagreement with Western governments and multilateral donors over the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. The group suggests that Ghana should be ready to reject foreign aid if it compromises the nation's values - but at what cost?

Ghana's approach to migration governance is under scrutiny, with calls to shift focus from national to local levels-find out why this change is

The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations on Migration in Ghana (CCMG) is advocating for the decentralisation of migration governance. They argue

Ghanaians await evacuation from South Africa- what's causing the delay and how many people are affected?

Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is working with South Africa to evacuate Ghanaians living there amid xenophobic attacks- but the process is facing delays. Logistical hurdles and legal requirements are making the situation more complex.

Discover how a crucial flood protection project's funds were allegedly rerouted under the previous administration, sparking a debate over financial

The Ministry of Finance has accused the previous Akufo-Addo administration of diverting funds from a World Bank-funded flood protection project.