Ghana’s Embassy in the United States has advised nationals to strictly comply with American immigration laws and avoid overstaying their visas, cautioning that any misuse of the recently reinstated visa benefits could negatively affect the broader Ghanaian community. Speaking on behalf of Ghana’s Ambassador to the U.S., Victor Emmanuel Smith, the Deputy Head of Mission,...
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Chinese Former Minister Sentenced to Death for Bribery
A former Chinese Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Tang Renjian, has been handed a death sentence with a two-year suspension after being found guilty of collecting colossal bribes. The verdict was delivered on Sunday by the Changchun Intermediate People’s Court in Jilin Province. Per the ruling, Tang has permanently lost his political rights, while...
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Lordina Mahama Calls for Global Action to Protect Children at UN Assembly
Ghana’s First Lady, Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama, has made an impassioned appeal for global unity and decisive leadership to safeguard the welfare of children across the world. Speaking at a solemn annual prayer service for peace and children held during the 80th United Nations General Assembly, Mrs. Mahama urged world leaders to prioritise the protection...
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Ghana, Saudi Arabia Deepen Security Ties in High-Level Meeting
Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntak Mubarak, has held a high-level bilateral meeting with his Saudi counterpart, His Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, aimed at strengthening security cooperation between the two nations. The meeting, which took place today in Riyadh, was marked by a warm reception from the Saudi Minister, setting...
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Cabinet Approves Ghana–US MoU on West African Deportees – Ablakwa
Minister For Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed Cabinet’s approval for Ghana to participate in a third-country deportation arrangement with the United States, under which the country will accept a limited number of West African deportees. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, September 15, Mr. Ablakwa clarified that the...
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Gov’t Tightens Visa Rules for Chinese Nationals in Fresh Anti-Galamsey Push
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced sweeping changes to visa application procedures for Chinese nationals as part of renewed measures to combat illegal mining, locally known as galamsey. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, 15th September, Mr. Ablakwa reaffirmed Ghana’s longstanding and cordial relations with China but...
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Ghana Condemns Israeli Attack on Qatar, Calls for Global Peace
The Government of Ghana has issued a formal and strongly worded condemnation of the recent Israeli military assault on the State of Qatar, calling the action “unprovoked” and a “violation of international law.” The statement, released today by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, expresses deep concern over the loss of lives and destruction of property...
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First Deportees Arrive In Rwanda From The US
Seven migrants deported from the US have arrived in Rwanda, the first of 250 expected to be taken in by the African state under a deal reached with President Donald Trump’s administration. “The first group of seven vetted migrants arrived in Rwanda in mid-August,” Rwandan government spokesperson Yolande Makolo said. She gave no details about...
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Parents of Teenager Who Took His Own Life Sue OpenAI
A California couple are suing OpenAI over the death of their teenage son, alleging its chatbot, ChatGPT, encouraged him to take his own life. The lawsuit was filed by Matt and Maria Raine, parents of 16-year-old Adam Raine, in the Superior Court of California on Tuesday. It is the first legal action accusing OpenAI of...
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Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition
Renowned Kenyan human rights advocate Boniface Mwangi, known for his outspoken stance against government policies and leadership, announced on Wednesday his intention to contest the presidency in Kenya’s 2027 general election. His entry into the race will serve as a litmus test for whether the widespread youth-led demonstrations over the past two years can evolve...