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Ghana's UN resolution on slavery saw a divided vote - what does this mean for reparatory justice?

The UN General Assembly considered a Ghana-led resolution concerning reparatory justice for the transatlantic slave trade - spearheaded by President Mahama. Member states cast their votes, but the breakdown raises questions about international consensus and the path forward.

An MP raises concerns about illegal mining and logging - but who is protecting the perpetrators?

Dr. Gideon Boako, Tano North MP, is concerned about increased illegal mining and logging. He alleges government appointees are enabling environmental destruction- but what impact will this have?

An MP is accusing the government of not complying with the Energy Sector Levies Act- but why is the report so important?

Collins Adomako-Mensah- MP for Afigya Kwabre North- has criticized the government regarding a report on the Energy Sector Levy. The MP insists the government has breached the law- but what could be the consequences of this?

A Ghanaian MP suggests the Bank of Ghana's recent financial performance is a 'new low' - but why?

The Bank of Ghana's financial performance is under scrutiny by Dr. Gideon Boako. The Tano North MP suggests a worrying trend, leaving many to wonder about the implications- but what could they be?

Could negotiations between the US and Iran restart this week? The stakes are incredibly high - especially for the global economy.

Amidst a US maritime blockade of Iranian ports, President Trump hints at a possible resumption of talks aimed at resolving the conflict with Iran. The stand-off has created uncertainty - and the world is watching.

Ghana's UN resolution on the transatlantic slave trade is met with resistance - what's behind the global North's discomfort?

Ghana is calling out the global North's hypocrisy regarding the transatlantic slave trade at the UN. The resolution demands recognition and reparatory justice, forcing a confrontation with a long-ignored truth - but why is this causing such a stir?

Ghana's climate efforts are being undermined? Find out why the Minister is worried about global climate action.

Minister Issifu Seidu has voiced concerns regarding the global response to climate change- despite Ghana's national efforts. The Minister suggests that international inaction may undermine Ghana's progress- but what does this mean for the country?

Afenyo-Markin's challenge to the narrative of slavery reparations ignited a firestorm in Parliament - but who should pay?

Ghana's Parliament was the scene of a fierce debate- sparked by Afenyo-Markin - regarding slavery reparations. The discussion hinted at historical culpability and modern economic justice, but stopped short of assigning blame.

Ghana and the EU are set to sign a historic defence deal - but what could this mean for the rest of West Africa?

The EU is set to formalise a defence cooperation agreement with Ghana - the first of its kind with an African nation. The agreement is expected to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts and enhance regional stability - but what does it mean for West Africa?

A Ghanaian astronaut took the nation's flag to space, but would a Ghanaian have done the same amidst political division?

A Ghanaian news editor reflects on Christina Hammock Kroch's display of the Ghana flag in space during NASA's Artemis II lunar mission. The editor questions whether Ghanaians appreciate national symbols as much, given the political polarization in the country - and what that says about national pride.