Tonga says it has been hit by an “unprecedented disaster”, in the government’s first update since a volcanic eruption triggered a tsunami.In a statement, the government confirmed three deaths: two locals and a British national.It said some of the smaller outlying islands were particularly badly affected, with all the houses destroyed on one and just … The post ‘Tsunami
The 10 biggest US airlines have warned that the impending switch-on of 5G mobile phone services will cause “major disruption” to flights.They said the start of Verizon and AT&T 5G mobile phone services, planned for Wednesday, would cause a “completely unavoidable economic calamity”.Airlines fear C-band 5G signals will disrupt planes’ navigation systems, particularly those used … The post US
South Sudan’s government has reached a peace deal in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, with the break-away faction of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/ Army-In-Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) under General Simon Gatwech Dual. The deal negotiated by the Sudan Transitional Government on Sunday includes recommitting to the cessation of hostilities signed on August 8, 2018, in Khartoum that … The post South
Human rights group, Haki Africa, says most of the bodies recovered from River Yala, which flows into Lake Victoria, were found in sacks, with some tied up and others damaged, signifying that the victims had gone through torture before being dumped into the river. “What is shocking and extremely disturbing is that these bodies were … The post Bodies in sacks found in Kenyan
Seven people have been killed when protest organisers in Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, announced two days of strike and civil disobedience after security forces used gunfire and teargas on Monday to disperse demonstrations against a coup, medics said. The toll marked one of the bloodiest days since pro-democracy groups began a campaign of anti-military protests, following … The post 7
MTN FA Cup lords, Accra Hearts of Oak will lock horns with Division One League (DOL) side, Golden Kicks FC at the Accra Sports Stadium today at the round of 32 stage of the MTN FA Cup competition. Hearts on their way to this stage of the competition kicked out Premier League debutants, Accra Lions … The post FA Cup: Hearts tipped to brush aside Golden Kicks appeared first
Senegal finished top of Group B at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) despite being held to a 0-0 draw by Malawi, yesterday. Habib Diallo and Sadio Mane went close for Senegal, while Malawi had the award of a penalty overturned following a video assistant referee review. The Flames thought they had a spot-kick in … The post AFCON 2021: Senegal, Guinea reach last 16 appeared first
David Abagna has been ruled out of the Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021 tournament due to an injury to an injury to the left foot. The Real Tamale United midfielder sustained the injury during training at the Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium annex on Thursday. Team Doctor Adam Baba Mutawakilu has advised a non-weight bearing and … The post Abagna sustains foot injury appeared first on
The 11th and eighth editions of the Hockey African Cup of Nations hosted by Ghana kicked off with a grand opening ceremony at the Theodosia Okoh Hockey Stadium in Accra on Monday. The colourful ceremony was attended by the Minister for Youth and Sports, Mr. Mustapha Ussif, National Sports Authority (NSA) boss, Professor Peter Twumasi, … The post Hockey: Ghana draw in Africa
A Ghana Premier League(GPL) referee, Selorm Yao, has said that the absence or low numbers of Ghanaian match officials at international competitions, including the Africa Nations Cup (AFCON) must be a matter of concern to referees and the nation as a whole. He said the ongoing AFCON in Cameroon has only one Ghanaian referee – … The post Ghanaian refs urged to uphold high standards
The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) has announced the license withdrawal and suspension of boxing manager and promoter, Mr. Michael Amoo-Bediakoand his promotional company, Streetwise Boxing Promotions. The punitive measure, in accordance with Article 21 Clause (b) of the Rules and Regulations governing professional boxing in Ghana, takes effect from Monday, January 17. This was contained in … The post GBA
The Assemblies of God church has launched a television station – AGTV– in a bid to widen the outreach of the gospel across the world. Sunday’slaunched at the Assemblies of God Church Headquarters in Accra attracted senior members of the clergy, church members and other invited guests. The GH?2m Ghanaian free to air television network … The post Assemblies of God launches TV
Bayern Munich’s record-setting striker Robert Lewandowski retained FIFA’s top men’s player title Monday at “The Best” of 2021 ceremony as Barcelona captain Alexia Putellas collected the award for best women’s player. The 33-year-old Lewandowski, who set a Bundesliga goal record last season, won the trophy for the second time, edging Argentine Lionel Messi of Paris … The post Lewandowski,
Former Spain international forward Diego Costa has quit Brazilian champions Atletico Mineiro just five months after returning to his country of birth. Brazil-born Costa had spent almost his entire senior professional career in Europe before moving to Atletico in August 2021. He was capped twice by Brazil in 2013 friendlies before acquiring authorization to switch … The post Diego
Aljosa Asanovic has been appointed as the new Chipolopolo Zambia coach. The 56-year-old Croat was unveiled on January 18 in Lusaka by the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ). “Aljosa Asanovic has been unveiled as the new head coach of the Zambia National Team. The Croatian has signed a four-year contract,” FAZ said in a brief … The post Croat gets Chipolopolo job appeared first on
While present with Senegal in the ongoing TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Cameroon 2021, goalkeeper Edouard Mendy was elected on Monday as best goalkeeper in the world during FIFA “The Best” Awards. At 29, this marks a great feat for the Senegalese goalkeeper, who guided Chelsea FC of England to win the UEFA Champions League … The post Senegal’s Mendy wins FIFA
In Augustine Eguavoen, Nigeria are relying on an interim appointment to lead them at the Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon, albeit a familiar face who knows what it takes to be a continental champion. The Super Eagles face Guinea-Bissau in their final group game in Garoua today, having already secured a place in the … The post Eguavoen, steady pair of hands
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has dismissed “false rumours” that he left the Gabon squad due to indiscipline ahead of his expected return to Arsenal. The 32-year-old is set to travel back to Arsenal for medical examinations after he was diagnosed with heart lesions, following a positive test for Covid-19, but has returned to training since and felt … The post Aubameyang
The GIZ and the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations is implementing the “Graduate Work and Salary Top-Up Programme” as part of measures to reducing the growing unemployment in the country. The initiative of GIZ and TDI Global Limited, the pilot scheme of the project is being implemented by the Ghana-German Centre. The programme served … The post GIZ partners
The Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, will return to Parliament before the end of this month with the Electronic Transaction Levy (E-Levy) to seek the legislature’s approval of the tax, Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, Charles Adu-Boahen, has disclosed. The 1.75 per cent E-Levy which has become a subject of debate among Ghanaians … The post We’ll
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