Africa
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88African statisticians urged to take ownership of their data and use it for continent’s prosperity
This was said by Vincent F. Hendricks, a Professor of Formal Philosophy at The University of Copenhagen, Denmark, in a captivating keynote...
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85Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa Slower than Expected
Investments in Non-Resource Sectors, Jobs, and Efficient Firms and Workers are Needed Sub-Saharan African economies are still recovering from the slowdown in...
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143Winners for Africa’s Top Real Estate Developments announced at The Africa Property Investment (API) Summit & Expo 2018
Held at the 9th Africa Property Investment (API) Summit and Expo 2018, Africa’s largest investment and development conference, recognised innovation and outstanding...
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120African Development Bank President Adesina urges Canada to be present at Africa’s investment table
Adesina made the call while meeting with 80 leading representatives of the Canada-Africa Chamber of Commerce in Toronto. African Development Bank President,...
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2212018 Miss Ghana grand finale slated for September 29
The grand finale of the 2018 Miss Ghana beauty pageant will take place at the Accra Marriott Hotel on Saturday, September 29,...
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101Adebayor dumps Patapaa after releasing ‘Otetafo’
Former Arsenal and Togo international footballer, Emmanuel Adebayor has dumped one corner hitmaker Patapaa following his infamous diss song ‘Otetafo’ directed at...
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243Africa Adaptation Initiative: A Response to Africa Biggest Challenge
This will be an opportunity to consider the most effective measures to help close the Adaptation Gap in Africa, which experts estimate...
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“The status quo must change.” – Adesina tells FinDev Canada conference in Montreal
Launched six months ago, FinDev’s mandate is to support the growth and sustainability of businesses in developing markets “No country can possibly...
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164IMF Staff Concludes Visit to Kenya
Kenya’s economy has continued to perform well, with real GDP growth accelerating to 5.7 percent in the first quarter of 2018, from...
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271Egypt: UN human rights experts urge release of poet/songwriter
On 3 March, Mr. El Behairy was arrested by National Security Police and disappeared for a week before appearing to face charges...
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300Ninth Ebola outbreak ends in Democratic Republic of Congo
July 24 marked the end of the latest outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This was the...
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215Zimbabwe cuts mobile data tariff by 60%
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (POTRAZ) said on Thursday that it had cut the price of mobile data by 60 per cent with effect...
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389The full story: How Nyantakyi ‘sold’ Ghana for $11 million
With an awkward smile, a boastful rhythmic thump on his chest and with the promises of a garrulous man the president of...
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1.6KTransport fares up 10% in Ghana
Transport fares have been increased by 10% effective Monday June 4, 2018. This was announced in a statement by the Road Transport...
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1.4KPics of the Conference for Heads of Anti Corruption Agencies in Commonwealth Africa
Pictures of the Conference for Heads of Anti Corruption Agencies in Commonwealth Africa. “Partnering towards Assets Recovery and Return” at the Transcorp...
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217Zimbabwe bans banks from processing payments for cryptocurrencies
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe says it has stopped local banks from trading or processing payments linked to cryptocurrencies like bitcoin. The apex...
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345WHO to deploy 4,000 vaccines in DR Congo Ebola response
The global health outfit, World Health Organisation (WHO) says it has obtained 4,000 doses of Ebola vaccine and is preparing for deployment...
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1.3KDumelo ex-girlfriend threatens to disrupt wedding
YEN.com.gh understands that the ex-girlfriend of Ghanaian actor, John Dumelo, is reportedly angry with him for breaking up with her two weeks...
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792U.S. govt removes restrictions on banking dealing with Sudan – Official
THE U.S. government has removed restrictions on banking dealing with Sudan after lifting the sanctions. The remark was made by U.S. Assistant...
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599Egypt’s loss overshadows Assar’s impressive display
Despite Egypt’s 3-2 loss to Germany in the first group match of the men’s Championship Division at the 2018 ITTF World Team...
