What Is ChatGPT? How It Works, Its Evolution and Why It Matters
What is ChatGPT and how does it work? Explore its evolution from GPT-3 to GPT-5, current plans, uses, risks, regulation and implications for Africa.
Kofi Foli
Kofi Foli writes on Ghanaian diaspora affairs, public policy, technology and society, with a focus on issues shaping communities in Ghana, the UK and beyond.
Can the $25bn Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline Deliver?
West Africa has backed a $25bn Nigeria–Morocco gas pipeline. We examine financing, Ghana’s potential gains, competing routes and climate risks
Reparatory Justice Explained: Meaning, Law and Africa’s Case
Reparatory justice seeks more than financial compensation. It addresses the continuing effects of slavery, colonialism and racial discrimination through restitution, reform, acknowledgement and guarantees against repetition. Reparatory justice has moved from the margins of political debate into African, Caribbean and…
Africa Shield Explained: Why Security Is Becoming Essential to Africa’s Economic Growth
Africa's economic growth is creating new security challenges. Here's why Africa Shield matters for Ghana, trade, healthcare and regional development.
How Spain Rebuilt, Evolved and Conquered the 2026 World Cup
Spain won the 2026 World Cup through midfield control, defensive discipline and young talent. Here is how they defeated Argentina and reclaimed the title.
Trump’s New US Visa Rules Could Reshape Higher Education, Journalism and African Talent
Trump's proposed US visa reforms could transform opportunities for African students, journalists and universities. Here's what the new rules mean for Ghana, higher education and global talent.
Carlos Queiroz’s Warning: Why Ghana Must Fix Football Beyond the Pitch
Carlos Queiroz’s resignation as Black Stars coach has triggered another search for a manager. Yet the Portuguese coach’s farewell message suggests Ghana’s biggest football challenge may lie beyond tactics or team selection, raising wider questions about governance, youth development and…
Snapchat Lawsuit Renews Pressure Over Platform Safety and Corporate Governance
A Missouri lawsuit alleging Snapchat’s design features enabled the grooming and sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl is intensifying legal, regulatory and investor scrutiny of Snap Inc. and the wider social media industry. NEW YORK — Snap Inc. is facing…
ANALYSIS: The USA’s World Cup Statement Win Raises a Bigger Question: Have They Finally Joined Football’s Elite?
The United States began the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Paraguay. Yet the bigger story may not be the scoreline itself. It is whether American football has finally matured from a developing project into a…
NSMQ Star Prince Debrah Jr Lands Google Engineering Role After MIT Graduation
Former NSMQ finalist Prince Debrah Jr has joined Google as a software engineer after graduating from MIT, inspiring a new generation of Ghanaian students.
From Poverty to Cambridge: Three Ghanaian Women Defy the Odds to Earn Master’s Degrees
Franciska Arhinful, Jemimah Mensah and Fadila Issah have completed master's degrees at Cambridge after overcoming poverty and educational barriers in Ghana.
Humanoid Robots and the Future of War: Revolution or Hype?
From Ukraine’s drone battlefields to China’s rapid advances in robotics, military technology is evolving at unprecedented speed. Yet experts remain divided on whether humanoid robots will ever become practical frontline soldiers or remain a futuristic vision. The image of humanoid…
UK Gives Apple and Google Three Months to Strengthen Child Safety Controls on Devices
The UK government has told major technology firms, including Apple and Google, to introduce device-level protections that stop children taking, sharing or viewing explicit images, warning that legislation could follow if companies fail to act within three months. LONDON, United…
840,000 Deaths a Year: Why the Future of Work Has Become a Public Health Crisis
More than 840,000 people die each year from health conditions linked to workplace stress, long working hours, bullying and job insecurity, according to the International Labour Organization. The findings raise a fundamental question for governments and employers alike: is job…
US Experts Reach Kenyan Ebola Facility Amid High Court Order and Local Protests
US Technical Teams Arrive at Kenyan Ebola Lab Amidst Legal Battle A group of US equipment experts has arrived at a high-security infectious disease research facility in Kenya, marking a significant escalation in a deepening legal and social standoff. The…
Josh Acheampong: Why Xabi Alonso Has Declared the Chelsea Star ‘Untouchable’ Amid Transfer
The ‘Untouchable’ Label: Chelsea’s Firm Stance on Josh Acheampong Chelsea Football Club has sent a definitive message to the footballing world by labelling 20-year-old academy graduate Josh Acheampong as “untouchable”. Despite a season where regular first-team minutes were often elusive,…
