A Ukrainian sailor has admitted trying to sink a yacht owned by the head of a Russian state arms firm in retaliation to the invasion of Ukraine. The 48m (157ft) Lady Anastasia, which belongs to Rosoboronexport director general, Alexander Mikheev, was docked in Majorca in Spain when the mechanic opened valves in its engine room. … The post Ukrainian sailor tried to sink Russia’s
Dozens of people have been killed in Russian missile strikes on Ukraine’s second city, Kharkiv, officials say. “Kharkiv has just been massively fired upon by grads (rockets). Dozens are dead and hundreds are wounded,” the interior ministry said on Facebook. The attack came on the fifth day of the Russian invasion as negotiators from both … The post Ukraine: Dozens
Many of the impacts of global warming are now simply “irreversible” according to the United Nations (UN)’s latest assessment. But the authors of a new report say that there is still a brief window of time to avoid the very worst. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) says that humans and nature are being … The post ‘Some impacts of global warming
Nigeria’s government has condemned reports that its citizens, and those of other African countrieshave been stopped from leaving war-torn Ukraine. Isaac, a Nigerian man trying to get into Poland, said border staff told him they were “not tending to Africans”. “We’ve been chased back, we’ve been hit with police sticks,” he told the BBC. South … The post Anger
China-Africa trade has bucked the global economic downward trendand analysts believe it has contributed to the African economy’s resilience in the face of COVID-19 challenges.China has remained Africa’s largest trading partner for 12 consecutive years. According to the latest data released by the General Administration of Customs ofChina, the total bilateral trade between China and … The post China-Africa
At least one person was killed and 17 others injured in skirmishes at an opposition party rally in Kwekwe, central Zimbabwe, on Sunday. The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) supporters were attacked by a group of men armed with spears, machetes, iron bars and stones. One man was stabbed to death, others suffered broken bones … The post Deadly attack at Zimbabwe opposition rally
Deputy Energy Minister, Hon. Andrew Egyapa Mercer, ha stated that it is important for Ghana to consider several important factors in the global conversation about energy transition, lest the country risk sitting on stranded oil assets that are key to our development agenda. He made this call when he addressed a town hall engagement in … The post We
A sustainable Forest Monitoring System for the Takoradi Forest District has been launched here on Saturday. The Takoradi Forest District have Cape Three Points Forest Reserve (CTPFR) in the Ahanta West Municipality and Subri River Forest Reserve (SRFR) in the Wassa East District which is the largest forest reserve in the country with 160 kilometres … The post Forest Monitoring
Attram De Visser Soccer Academy, led by its president Godwin Attram has completed the process to take over Division One League (DOL) Zone 3 side, Accra City Stars. Subsequently, Accra City Stars will be known as Attram De Visser Soccer Academy Sporting Club. According to a press release signed by the spokesperson of the club, … The post Attram De Visser complete Accra City
The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has cancelled or withheld the results of a total of 441 candidates who sat for the 2021 edition of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) over examination malpractices. Of the number, the subject results of 138 candidates were cancelled for either sending foreign materials into the examination hall or … The post WAEC
The #FixTheCountry Movement Convener, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, was driven out of the Ashaiman District courtroom by presiding Magistrate, Eleanor Barnes Botwe, after he engaged her in exchanges during proceedings, yesterday. Some of the fixthecountry activists at the precincts of the court. It all started when accused’s lead counsel, Justice Srem Sai, had inquired about the court’s … The post Barker-Vormawor
Asante Kotoko Head Coach, Dr Prosper Narteh Ogum has lamented the lack of rest for his players after the first round of Ghana Premier League (GPL) matches. That, he believes, could cause fatigue among the playing body and could hinder their resolve to win the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League (GPL) trophy. According to Coach Ogum, … The post Give players rest to stay in shape –
The President of the Netball Federation of Ghana (NFG), Rev Emmanuel D. Nikoi, says the selection of the sport for the Africa Games 2023 in Ghana is a motivation for practitioners in the country. “We have been neglected for a very long time and that has affected the passion of its stakeholders,” Rev Nikoi said … The post NFG hails selection of netball for Accra 2023 AG
AL Ahly head coach Pitso Mosimane has reiterated his plea for the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to start making use of VAR in their club competitions. This, after his side lost 1-0 to Mamelodi Sundowns at the Cairo International Stadium on Saturday when Thapelo Morena’s 85th-minute goal settled the CAF Champions League clash. Mosimane … The post Mosimane urges CAF to implement
FIFA responded to the invasion of Ukraine on Sunday by telling Russia to play home matches at neutral venues and banning its national flag and anthem from matches. The governing body of world football said Russian teams would play as the “Football Union of Russia.” It said it would continue its dialogue with other sports … The post FIFA ban Russian flag,
Rafael Nadal maintained his unbeaten start to 2022 by beating British number one Cameron Norrie 6-4 6-4 to win the Mexican Open. At the end of last year, Nadal, 35, thought he might have to retire because of a foot injury, but has won all three tournaments he has played this year. The Spaniard won … The post Nadal wins Mexican Open appeared first on Ghanaian
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has been asked by Ukraine to help support their attempts to reach a “peaceful resolution” with Russia. The Russian billionaire’s spokesperson said Abramovich was contacted by Ukrainian officials and “has been trying to help ever since.” Ukraine has called for a ceasefire before peace talks in Belarus. Russian President Vladimir Putin … The post Ukraine
Avaldsnes IL midfielder, Evelyn Badu, emerged the winner of the Sportswoman of the Year award at the 2022 Entertainment Achievement Awards. The 19-year old former Hasaacas Ladies player had a wonderful 2021 where she emerged top scorer at the 2021 CAF Women’s Champions League tournament held in Egypt. Samuel Takyi Before that, she was a … The post Badu, Takyi grab top honours at EA
Second division side, Tema Newtown Royal Anderlecht have vowed to bounce back when they host Accra Athletic FC in their match day one outstanding encounter to be played at the Tema Sports Stadium tomorrow. The 2021 Zone 1A winners suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat away to Ashaiman Revelation Football Club on Sunday in their seventh … The post Royal Anderlecht FC aim to bounce back
Danbort FC on Sunday extended their winning streak in the Greater Accra second division (Zone 2) league after beating IBT FC 2-0 at the Nungua Presby Park. First half goals from lead striker Jonathan Sowah and Mohammed Hafiz sealed victory for the former Nungua division one side, after dominating exchanges. The visitors raised their game … The post Danbort unbeaten in third-tier campaign
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