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6 Apr•3 min read
Trump threatens to take out Iran in 'one night' if no deal before deadline
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Trump's ultimatum to Iran raises tensions - what could happen if the deadline passes without a deal?
Donald Trump has threatened Iran if they fail to make a deal before his set deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump believes Iran is negotiating in good faith, but what happens if a deal isn't reached could have far-reaching implications.
26 Mar•3 min read
Check out the nations that opposed Ghana-Led slavery vote at UN
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A UN vote led by Ghana faced opposition from some nations - what were their reasons?
A Ghana-led UN resolution sought recognition of the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity. The vote exposed some divisions- but what could this mean for international justice?
27 Mar•4 min read
'The gravest crime against humanity': What does the UN vote on slavery mean?
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A UN vote has sparked debate about slavery's legacy - but what does it mean for affected communities?
The UN General Assembly debated the transatlantic slave trade, involving nations worldwide. The discussion raises questions about historical accountability - but what could that mean for the future?
16 Mar•3 min read
Meet the 6 Akufo-Addo ministers under investigation by Mahama government
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Six Akufo-Addo ministers are under investigation - what secrets might these probes uncover?
The Mahama government is investigating six former ministers from the Akufo-Addo administration - raising questions about past dealings. The investigations involve several high-profile projects and financial transactions- but what could they reveal?
22 Apr•4 min read
Corrupt NDC is afraid of OSP -Minority
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The Minority accuses the NDC of trying to dismantle the OSP - what could this mean for accountability in Ghana?
The NPP Minority in Parliament has made accusations against the NDC, claiming the party is deeply involved in corruption. They allege a calculated effort to weaken the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) - but what could be the reason?
15 Apr•6 min read
NPP Raises Alarm Over Arrests, Claims Democratic Space Is Shrinking
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NPP says recent arrests under the Mahama administration point to a clampdown on dissent, with Abronye DC's detention int
NPP says recent arrests under the Mahama administration point to a clampdown on dissent, with Abronye DC's detention intensifying the national debate.
17 Mar•3 min read
'This nonsense protest must stop' - Minority slams Ejisu NDC youth over NHIA office attack
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Why is the Minority Caucus saying 'this nonsense protest must stop' following the NHIA office attack?
The Minority Caucus is upset about the closure of the NHIA office at Ejisu-Juaben. They are calling for arrests and condemning the disruption of essential healthcare services.
19 Apr•2 min read
Vincent Assafuah accuses NPRA of blocking transparency, defying RTI law
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An MP accuses the NPRA of blocking transparency - but what sensitive data is at the heart of the dispute?
Vincent Assafuah, MP for Old Tafo, has locked horns with the NPRA over a rejected RTI request. The impasse hints at a potential struggle for transparency - but what information is at stake?
17 Mar•2 min read
Gov't should have set up special support fund for cocoa farmers instead - Offinso North MP
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A Ghanaian MP says the government betrayed cocoa farmers - but what could they have done instead to help?
Offinso North MP, Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah, has taken issue with the government's cocoa price reduction, saying it hurts farmers who supported them. Instead of cutting the price, a special fund could have helped - but what will be the impact?
18 Apr•3 min read
'Let your loyalty be to the State' - Sammi Awuku tells Security agencies
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Akuapim North MP raises concerns about the conduct of security agencies - but what did he say?
Sammi Awuku has criticised Ghana's security agencies- accusing them of misconduct and targeting former government officials. His address to a legal audience hinted at growing concerns about the weaponization of state institutions- but what could this mean for the country?
7 Apr•6 min read
Kwakye Ofosu Pushes Back as NPP Demands Apology Over Anti-LGBTQ Bill
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Felix Kwakye Ofosu has rejected the Minority's demand for an apology, insisting the Mahama administration is right to pr
Felix Kwakye Ofosu has rejected the Minority's demand for an apology, insisting the Mahama administration is right to prioritise jobs and welfare.
14 Apr•3 min read
FIDA demands urgent retraining of judges over 'dangerous' divorce ruling
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FIDA is calling for urgent judicial retraining - but what sparked this action?
FIDA Ghana has petitioned the Judicial Service over a divorce ruling, raising concerns about the language used. The group hints at a departure from established principles - and a potential impact on public confidence.
11 Apr•6 min read
Speaker Bagbin Vows Anti-LGBTQ Bill Will Become Law, Dismisses Critics as 'Rumour Mongers'
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Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has declared the Anti-LGBTQ Bill will be passed into law at Parliament's next sitting
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has declared the Anti-LGBTQ Bill will be passed into law at Parliament's next sitting, revealing that President Mahama has personally assured him of presidential assent.
25 Mar•4 min read
Spain reaffirms support as KAIPTC hosts National Dialogue on illegal mining crisis
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A national dialogue workshop aims to translate grassroots experiences into national policy - but can it?
Spain is supporting Ghana in its fight against illegal mining as stakeholders meet at KAIPTC to discuss galamsey's safety and security implications. The dialogue builds on months of fieldwork and regional workshops - but what new strategies will emerge?
16 Mar•4 min read
Frimpong-Boateng, son sued over alleged land fraud - Report
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A prominent Ghanaian family is caught in a real estate battle - but what's at the heart of the matter?
Former Minister Frimpong-Boateng and his son are facing a lawsuit related to land in Accra. The plaintiffs allege they were granted the land years ago- now a dispute threatens to upend their settled lives.
11 Apr•3 min read
Ken Ofori-Atta should return to Ghana, submit to due process - Kwasi Kwarteng
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A leading lawyer is calling for Ofori-Atta to come home - but why now, and what could happen?
Kwasi Kwarteng, a private legal practitioner, has urged Ken Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana. The former Finance Minister faces growing legal and public debate-but what will happen next?
23 Apr•3 min read
My constituents sent me back to pass the bill - Sam George vows to push anti-LGBTQI bill
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Sam George says he's been sent back to Parliament to finish the job - but what job is that?
Sam George has doubled down on his commitment to pass the anti-LGBTQI bill, citing a mandate from his constituents. The MP insists the bill has already undergone extensive scrutiny - but what could stand in the way?