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Violence Misplaced in Zongo Communities: Regional Minister Responds
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By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has criticized the prevalent belief linking Zongo communities with pervasive violence and instability, terming these stereotypes as damaging and baseless. During a courtesy visit from the Heads of Zongo Chiefs in the Western Region at the Western Regional Coordinating Council (WRCC) in Sekondi, Mr.…
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Morocco launches probe into sardine market after 20 years of alleged price-fixing
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On Thursday, the Competition Council initiated an official inquiry into potential anticompetitive behaviors within the industrial sardine supply market, marking a significant regulatory effort in a field that has remained mostly unregulated for a considerable time. An investigation revealed “ample convincing proof,” as described by the council, indicating organized market manipulation over twenty years…
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UK Touts Morocco as “Trusted Partner” in London Capital Markets Forum
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At the 8th iteration of the Morocco Capital Markets Days event in London’s financial hub, the UK reaffirmed its dedication to enhancing cooperation with Morocco. According to statements made by Ben Coleman, who serves as the Trade Envoy for Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the British administration characterized Morocco as a “reliable ally” and highlighted…
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CIAA Raids SEBON Offices, Seizing Key Documents for 89 IPO-Ready Companies
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On Wednesday, Nepal experienced an operation led by the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA). They conducted a raid at the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), suspecting that this regulatory body might have been involved in financial misconduct during their approval process for initial public offerings from newly established firms. The…
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WAMPEX 2025: Shaping the Future of Mining and Power in West Africa
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The 18 th The upcoming edition of WAMPEX (West African Mining and Power Exhibition) is scheduled to occur from May 28th through May 30th, 2025, at the AICC and Grand Arena in Accra. The organizers of the event are thrilled to share two updates. First, the event will now involve a formal collaboration among…
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Microfinance victims stage protest at Maitighar (Photo Feature)
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On May 8, microfinance borrowers organized a demonstration at Maitighar to voice their discontent with the government’s inability to enforce an accord previously agreed upon. The protesters concluded their earlier demonstration last year following a deal with the authorities. Nonetheless, they restarted their movement on March 30. Related story Collaborative victims organize demonstration at…
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How Africa Can Navigate Talks With Trump
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By Vera SONGWE and Witney SCHNEIDMAN During a recent interview with Fox News anchor Bret Baier, asked Félix Tshisekedi The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo was asked about how his administration plans to maintain ongoing relations with the United States—particularly in negotiating a crucial minerals agreement—while also strengthening ties with China.…
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Minister Cuts Sod for New GHIS Center of Excellence in Roadway Innovations
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The Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has initiated the construction of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors’ (GhIS) Centre of Excellence in Accra by performing the traditional sod-cutting ceremony. This occasion marks a major step toward achieving GIS’s longstanding aim of creating top-tier facilities for professional growth, research, and consulting services. During his…
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Bill Gates Accelerates Philanthropy, Critiques Musk in International Edition
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Bill Gates, Microsoft’s cofounder, declared on Thursday a faster schedule for donating his wealth, emphasizing how artificial intelligence could be transformative in enhancing global public health and saving lives worldwide. According to a revised schedule, the Gates Foundation intends to allocate over $200 billion over the coming two decades, with operations ceasing in 2045.…