Mahama’s Victory Speech Charts a Bold Path for Ghana’s Future
Accra, Ghana — President-elect John Dramani Mahama, securing a decisive 56.55% of the votes in Ghana’s 2024 presidential election, has outlined a vision of hope, collaboration, and reform in his first speech following the declaration of results. Addressing the nation Monday night, Mahama pledged to…
Bank of Ghana Unveils Landmark Headquarters, Celebrating Local Skill and Ambition
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has unveiled its new headquarters—Bank Square—a striking 22-storey tower that’s now the tallest office building in Ghana. Designed by Ghanaian architect Sir David Adjaye and constructed by Kwaku Bediako’s Goldkey Properties, the building is set to become an iconic part…
At 37, Bogolo Kenewendo Becomes Africa’s Youngest Minerals and Energy Minister in Botswana’s Historic Appointment
Botswana has appointed 37-year-old economist Bogolo Joy Kenewendo as its new Mines Minister, marking a progressive move to drive greater value from the nation’s diamond wealth. President Duma Gideon Boko selected Kenewendo to spearhead efforts that build on a recent agreement with De Beers, aiming…
Lesego Chombo, 26, Becomes Botswana’s Youngest Youth Minister, Inspiring a Generation
Botswana’s President Duma Gideon Boko has appointed Lesego Chombo, a 26-year-old lawyer and former beauty queen, to lead the Ministry of Youth and Gender Affairs. Chombo, known for her reign as Miss Botswana and Miss World Africa, brings legal expertise and a passion for community…
Lessons from Nigeria’s 2023 Elections: The demand for Youth Participation in leadership
Nigeria’s 2023 elections show the importance of youth participation in leadership across Africa. Although the elections did not result in a change of leadership as the status hold now, young people’s increased involvement demonstrated their desire for change and an end to old politics. In…
Men Settle Where They Find Peace. Not Beauty.
Following the covid-19 pandemic, I got infected and was put under a 14-day mandatory quarantine at a company–sponsored isolation center. I spent my days with a coworker who has also contracted the virus. We were discharged to go home after 14 days and several tests….
How my reputation (unknown to me) saved me when I needed help most
Our reputation doesn’t come from how we talk about ourselves. Our reputation comes from how others talk about us. - Simon Senek I find this statement so true reflecting on an incident that happened some years ago during my undergraduate studies at the University. After all, attempts…
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