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Three friends remanded for unlawful entry and stealing
Three friends have been remanded into prison custody by the Asante Abuakwa Circuit Court in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality for committing six offences at Amanfrom, near Kumasi.
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Counsel for former NAFCO CEO prays court to strike out charge sheet
An Accra High Court has adjourned the criminal trial of former National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) CEO, Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, to hear an application seeking to strike out the entire charge sheet against him.
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Man jailed for spending ex-girlfriend's GH¢114,000 loan on betting
An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced Vincent Apetor to 14 days' imprisonment for fraudulently spending GH¢114,000 obtained by his former girlfriend as a loan on football betting.
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Parliaments must prioritise gender-responsive budgets to fight violence against women and girls – Kenyan advocate
Female parliamentarians and gender policy advocates from across West Africa have been urged to use gender-responsive budgeting as a practical tool for combating violence against women and girls. They can do this by ensuring that government commitments are backed by adequate funding, strong oversight and measurable results. The call was made during the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls, being held in Accra, Ghana.
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Adu-Boahene Trial: Atta Akyea challenges GH¢49.1m figure, says amount should be GH¢38.15m
Defence counsel for former National Signals Bureau (NSB) Director-General, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has challenged the prosecution's claim that GH¢49.1 million was involved in the cyber defence procurement case.
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Iran threatens to block more trade routes as US launches fresh strikes
Iran has threatened to block further trading routes in the region, as the US launched new strikes on military targets.
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FDA launches nutrition profiling system to tackle malnutrition and obesity in Ghana
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has launched the Double-Duty Nutrition Profiling System, a scientific food classification framework designed to promote healthier eating and address Ghana's growing burden of malnutrition, obesity and diet-related non-communicable diseases. The system classifies food products according to their nutritional value and will serve as the foundation for several national food policies aimed at helping consumers make informed dietary choices while creating a healthier food environment.
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West African women parliamentarians push for stronger action against gender-based violence
Women parliamentarians and gender advocates from across West Africa have been urged to support a renewed push for stronger regional action to combat violence against women and girls, with a focus on strengthening laws, improving implementation and fostering cross-border collaboration. The call was made at the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference in Accra, where participants are examining best practices and challenges in addressing gender-based violence across the sub-region.
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The Odyssey is a 'colossal piece of cinema', critics say in rave reviews
The Odyssey, the latest film from Oscar-winning director Sir Christopher Nolan, has received rapturous reviews from critics.
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Manasseh Azure urges tougher judicial action against attacks on journalists
Investigative journalist, Mannesah Azure, has called on the judiciary to play a stronger role in addressing attacks and abuses against journalists.
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Holders Argentina beat England 2-1 to set up World Cup final against Spain
Argentina beat England 2-1 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup final, where they will face Spain after coming from behind to snatch victory with a stoppage-time goal from substitute Lautaro Martinez in a highly charged encounter.
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GHIB, GEXIM join forces to boost Ghana's export drive and open global markets
Ghana International Bank (GHIB) and the Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM) are deepening their partnership to help Ghanaian businesses expand into international markets by improving access to trade finance and global banking services.
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Kojo Oppong Nkrumah urges gender impact audits for all bills, calls for regional push to end FGM
Ofoase Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has called on West African parliaments to make gender impact assessments a standard part of the legislative process and urged female legislators across the sub-region to form a united front to push for the criminalisation of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in countries where the practice remains legal. Addressing the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls on Wednesday, July 15, the former Information Minister argued that stronger legislative processes and regional collaboration are essential to advancing women's rights and eliminating harmful practices.
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Man jailed for spending ex-girlfriend's GH¢114,000 loan on betting
An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced Vincent Apetor to 14 days' imprisonment for fraudulently spending GH¢114,000 obtained by his former girlfriend as a loan on football betting.
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Ghana's future depends on preparing young people for tomorrow's job market – Osman Ayariga
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has stated that Ghana's future depends on how well today's young people are prepared for tomorrow's job market.
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I'm confused by Minority's concerns over BoG Governor's closed-door session – Arko Nokoe
Vice Chairman of Parliament's Economy and Development Committee, Kofi Arko Nokoe, says he is unable to understand the concerns raised by the Minority over the decision to hold the Bank of Ghana Governor's engagement with MPs behind closed doors.
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