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Ghanaian youth agribusiness practitioners demand funded roles, finance access and accountability in Feed Ghana and NAIP

Ghanaian youth agribusiness practitioners demand funded roles, finance access and accountability in Feed Ghana and NAIP food systems programmes

South Africa's xenophobia is a gun pointed inward- when the scapegoats are gone, who's next?

South Africa is experiencing another surge of xenophobic violence, this time targeting Ghanaians and other West Africans- with familiar justifications. But what happens when there are no more foreigners to blame?

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.

When youth demand jobs, what does their MP say? The answer may define Ningo Prampram's economic fate.

A Ghanaian MP faces youth frustration over unemployment in Ningo Prampram, where economic potential remains untapped.

A Japanese mayor's maternity leave announcement has ignited a nationwide conversation, challenging traditional views on public service and family in

A Japanese mayor's decision to take maternity leave has sparked a national debate about elected officials and childbirth in a country struggling

Despite a wealth of data, Africa struggles to convert it into effective decisions-a challenge highlighted by recent events.

At the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology's 50th anniversary, BigData Ghana CEO Baffoe challenged Africa to leverage its abundant

The prolonged absence of Cameroon's long-serving president has sparked renewed concerns and speculation about his health and the nation's leadership.

Cameroon's President Paul Biya, one of the world's oldest leaders, has been absent from the country for two months after leaving for a

From post-war reconstruction to modern global challenges, the distance between ambition and achievement is measured by the decisions we make.

Walking through Gdańsk's historic shipyards, one is reminded that history is often driven by decisions made in moments of uncertainty. This lesson

Accra gears up to host eLearning Africa 2026 - but what innovative solutions will emerge for the continent's digital future?

Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will open eLearning Africa 2026 in Accra, a leading conference on digital education. The event aims to address how African countries can manage digital learning systems - but what unique approaches will be discussed?

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?

Discover how Ghana's Vice President is challenging universities to embrace AI and what this could mean for the nation's educational landscape.

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged Ghanaian universities to integrate Artificial Intelligence into their academic

The Vice President reflects on Mfantsipim's multi-generational impact - and issues a mandate for the future of education.

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang joined Mfantsipim School to inaugurate its 150th-anniversary celebrations. She sees the institution as a pillar that has reinforced Ghana's intellectual foundations - but what makes it so special?

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?

Will university administrators end their strike as talks continue over pay and conditions?

Vice Chancellors Ghana is appealing to striking university administrators to return to work amid an ongoing dispute over pay and conditions.

From a mining town to the IMF - what pivotal moments shaped Valeria Mensah's journey in economics?

Valeria Mensah is an economist with the IMF, blending her skills with an interest in global economic development. She shares her journey from a Ghanaian mining town to shaping economic policies - but how did her past shape her future?

A top academic leader pushes for action on a long-delayed fund - but what is still blocking researchers from accessing it?

University of Ghana Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo has called for accelerated efforts to operationalise Ghana's National Research Fund…

Graduates are charged to apply their knowledge and skills toward national and global development- but how?

Takoradi Technical University held its 26th Special Congregation Ceremony in Takoradi. The university reiterated its dedication to equipping students- including those with disabilities- with relevant competencies.

Discover the hidden costs and profound impact of Ghana's sanitation crisis, and why access to basic amenities remains a distant dream for many.

Ghana faces a critical public health challenge as preventable illnesses linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation claim thousands of lives