Ghanaian couple welcomes quadruplets after 24 years of childlessness

Elder Godfred Kwame Asamoah Agyemang and his wife, deaconess Louisa, from Sunyani, Ghana, welcomed quadruplets after 24 years of childlessness. The couple, who faced numerous challenges and societal pressure, maintained their faith in God, which they credit for their miracle. The naming ceremony was attended by several dignitaries and church officials, who emphasized the importance of faith and patience. The couple expressed gratitude to all who supported them in prayers.

Gold Fields and AngloGold Ashanti joint venture to create Africa’s largest gold mine in Ghana hits snag

The joint venture between Gold Fields and AngloGold Ashanti to merge their Tarkwa and Iduapriem gold mines in Ghana has encountered delays due to pending government approvals. The collaboration, intended to create Africa's largest gold mine, was announced in March 2023, with Gold Fields holding a 60% stake, AngloGold Ashanti 30%, and the Ghanaian government 10%. Despite ongoing discussions with the Ghanaian government, necessary permits have not been secured, prompting both companies to focus on individual improvements while continuing merger talks. The approvals, including parliamentary consent, are sought before the October 2024 recess ahead of national elections.

Samira Bawumia: Challenging norms, breaking glass ceilings and the “closer” in Ghana’s 2024 elections

Samira Bawumia, Ghana's Second Lady, is portrayed as a pivotal figure in the 2024 presidential campaign, likened to Michelle Obama for her influential role. The article highlights her eloquence, political intelligence, and ability to enhance her husband's campaign. It emphasizes her ambassadorial appeal, development-oriented initiatives, and commitment to civic duty. Samira is depicted as a strong advocate for women's rights and social justice, actively engaging with stakeholders and voters to promote Mahamudu Bawumia's candidacy.

Three charged in connection with Liam Payne’s death

Three individuals have been charged in connection with the death of British pop star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Argentine prosecutors charged them with 'abandonment of a person followed by death' and 'supplying and facilitating the use of narcotics.' The suspects include a person who was often with Payne, a hotel staffer who allegedly provided him with cocaine, and a drug dealer. The investigation revealed Payne had traces of alcohol, cocaine, and an antidepressant in his system. Authorities ruled out third-party involvement and self-harm, suggesting Payne was in a state of unconsciousness during the fall. The case draws parallels to similar incidents involving celebrities like Matthew Perry and Mac Miller.

CAF Women’s Champions League: Clubs to receive US$150 000 for participation

The CAF Women's Champions League Morocco 2024 will see each of the 8 participating African Women Football Clubs receive at least US$150,000 in prize money, with the winner earning US$600,000. Under the leadership of Dr Patrice Motsepe, CAF has increased the prize money by 52% to US$2,350,000, reflecting its commitment to developing women's football in Africa and making its competitions globally competitive.

Chelsea set Conference League record with 8-0 rout of FC Noah

Chelsea FC achieved a record-breaking 8-0 victory against FC Noah in the UEFA Conference League, marking the largest margin of victory in the competition's history. Key players João Félix and Christopher Nkunku each scored twice, contributing to Chelsea's dominant performance. The win places Chelsea at the top of the Conference League standings with nine points. Head coach Enzo Maresca praised the team's professionalism and seriousness in the match.

From Musk to RFK Jr: What a new Trump administration may look like

The article explores potential candidates for key positions in a possible future Trump administration, highlighting figures such as Mike Pompeo, Richard Grenell, Karoline Leavitt, and Tom Homan. It discusses their past roles and potential future positions, including Pompeo as a contender for defense secretary, Grenell for secretary of state or national security advisor, Leavitt for White House press secretary, and Homan for head of the Department of Homeland Security. The article also touches on Trump's past administration actions and his ongoing influence in shaping future political strategies.

Five things you (probably) didn’t know about Michael Agyekum Addo, CEO of KAMA Group

Michael Agyekum Addo, the late CEO of KAMA Group, was a prominent entrepreneur in Ghana's pharmaceutical industry. Born in Suhyen, he overcame early life challenges to establish the KAMA Group, a conglomerate with diverse subsidiaries. Addo's dedication to his work was evident as he worked for a decade without a holiday, driven by a desire to succeed. He also founded the Kama Education Project to foster entrepreneurship among students. Addo's educational achievements include a PhD in Marketing and Entrepreneurship from the University of Ghana, and he was honored with a doctorate from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

Data from 73 million AT&T accounts leaked online

Personal data of 73 million current or former AT&T customers, including addresses, social security numbers, and passcodes, has been leaked online. AT&T has not found evidence of data theft but is investigating with cybersecurity experts. The breach involves data from 2019 or earlier and affects 7.6 million current and 65.4 million former customers. The company has reset passcodes and urged vigilance. The origin of the data leak is unclear. AT&T's 5G network covers 290 million people in the US. In February, a major outage affected tens of thousands of users, leading to an apology and a $5 credit offer. New York prosecutors are investigating the outage.

Chocolate prices to keep rising as West Africa’s cocoa crisis deepens

Ghana and Ivory Coast, which account for over 60% of global cocoa supply, are experiencing severe harvest issues due to illegal gold mining, climate change, sector mismanagement, and disease. This has led to record-high cocoa futures in New York. Ghana's COCOBOD reports that 590,000 hectares of cocoa plantations are infected with a deadly virus. Experts warn that this crisis could end West Africa's dominance in cocoa production, potentially benefiting Latin American producers. Consumers, especially in wealthy markets, are already seeing chocolate prices rise, with further increases expected.