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As a high-profile tech dispute reaches jury consideration, here is what the jury will actually decide in the case of Elon Musk vs Sam Altman. This explainer outlines the jury’s likely role and limits. The central question for the jury…
Ghana’s Roads and Highways Minister has directed the Ghana Highway Authority to begin processes to terminate the Bogoso-Prestea road contract, according to the Ghana News Agency, in a move linked to concerns over road conditions in the western region. Ghana’s…
Activists say Gabon’s social media clampdown has deepened a pattern of restricting dissent after authorities suspended platforms in February and gendarmes began seizing phones with VPNs. The Gabon social media clampdown has alarmed activists and rights groups after the country’s…
President Mahama Signs Legal Education Reform Bill 2026 Into Law to Reshape Ghana’s Legal Education System President John Dramani Mahama has officially signed the Legal Education Reform Bill 2026 into law, introducing major reforms expected to transform Ghana’s legal education…
Iran’s response to the US proposal remains delayed as Tehran weighs concerns over its nuclear programme and the Strait of Hormuz, two issues that have emerged as major sticking points in ongoing negotiations. Iran’s response to the US proposal has…
Korle Bu results accuracy has come under scrutiny after reports questioned reliability, with hospital management citing international accreditation to reassure patients. ACCRA, Ghana — 8 May 2026 Korle Bu lab results accuracy has been defended by management of the Korle…
Ghana seeks AU intervention over xenophobic attacks in South Africa, calling for urgent continental action as violence against African nationals raises concerns over safety, trade and regional unity. ACCRA, Ghana — 7 May 2026 Ghana’s AU xenophobic attacks and South…
GES warns schools against unauthorised fees, stating that no institution has approval to charge students or parents, as concerns grow over alleged feeding levies. ACCRA, Ghana — 7 May 2026 GES unauthorised school fees have come under scrutiny after the…
EU digital border checks for Brits will remain in place after Portugal and Italy confirmed they will not suspend biometric controls, despite disruption concerns ahead of peak holiday travel. BRUSSELS, Belgium — 7 May 2026 EU digital border checks Brits…
Dr Ofori Sarpong donates a 600-bed dormitory to PRESEC Legon, aiming to ease student congestion and improve boarding conditions as Ghana faces growing pressure on secondary school infrastructure. Accra, Ghana — 7 May 2026 The PRESEC dormitory project by Dr…
Tenerife authorities are preparing to receive a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak that has killed at least three people, raising public health concerns and prompting strict containment measures in the Canary Islands. Authorities in Spain’s Canary Islands are…
Iran is expected to respond to a US peace proposal aimed at ending the war, as Washington signals progress in talks while tensions persist across the region. WASHINGTON/TEHRAN — 7 May 2026 | Iran reviews us peace proposal Iran reviews…
Weija Paediatric Hospital delay continues despite completion, as Ghana’s Health Ministry cites procurement irregularities and unresolved contractor disputes. ACCRA, Ghana — 6 May 2026 The Weija Paediatric Hospital delay has been attributed to procurement irregularities and unresolved contractual disputes, according…
Authorities warn residents in flood-prone areas of Accra to prepare for heavy rainfall, as drainage systems face renewed pressure during peak rainy season. ACCRA, Ghana — 5 May 2026 An Accra flooding risk warning has been issued by authorities as…
Nigeria’s currency reforms show early signs of stabilising the naira as authorities tighten monetary policy and adjust foreign exchange rules. Nigeria — 5 May 2026 Nigeria’s currency reforms are beginning to stabilise the naira after months of volatility as authorities…
Net migration to the United Kingdom has dropped as visa demand slows, with implications for Ghanaian communities, labour markets and immigration policy. LONDON, United Kingdom — 5 May 2026 UK net migration falls in the latest official estimates as visa…
