A labor leader warned Ghana's nurses union against mixing politics with workplace talks. Abraham Koomson leads the Ghana Federation of Labour and spoke on radio Saturday. He criticized the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association for threatening new strikes. The union wants better working conditions and gave government until July 2025 to act. Koomson said the timing hurts talks between workers and officials.
The nurses union issued its demand after government delayed a meeting planned for June 26. Key government workers were traveling outside Ghana for official business when the meeting was supposed to happen. Koomson called the union threat poorly timed and harmful to good relationships. He said emotions should not control...
Former Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo urged African countries to place more money into banks they control. He spoke at banking meetings in Abuja, Nigeria about building financial independence across the continent. African leaders should commit 30 percent of their government savings to institutions like Afreximbank and the African Development Bank. This move would help nations fund development projects without relying on outside money. He believes African-controlled banks can better support infrastructure, trade and industrial growth.
Many African countries keep large amounts of money in foreign banks that pay little interest. These nations struggle to finance important domestic projects despite having significant...
Climate change threatens Zimbabwe's wild fruit trees that communities have depended on for generations. Rising temperatures and less rainfall make it harder for native species to survive. Trees that once produced fruit every season are dying or giving much smaller harvests. Local people notice the changes happening across Matabeleland region.
Research shows temperatures rose about 0.8 degrees over 40 years from 1974 to 2014. Scientists found rainfall patterns shifted during the same period. Wild fruits like umviyo and umqokolo that grew well in dry conditions struggle to adapt. Some species have disappeared completely from areas where they used to thrive.
Communities lose important food sources as trees fail to produce normal crops...
Saviour Kasukuwere fired back at businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei after corruption accusations. The former Local Government minister called Tagwirei the real corrupt official. Tagwirei had labeled Kasukuwere as extremely corrupt during a conference at Zimbabwe National Science and Technology campus. The businessman also targeted former Finance minister Tendai Biti with similar claims. Kasukuwere fled Zimbabwe after the 2017 military takeover.
Kasukuwere pointed out that Tagwirei remains the only person on UK sanctions for corruption. He accused the businessman of destroying Zimbabwe's government systems. The exiled politician said Tagwirei stole state money for personal gain. Kasukuwere warned that such actions would face consequences...
A top party official accused two former government leaders of corruption during a public event. Kudakwashe Tagwirei spoke at a land conference in Bulawayo on Wednesday. He called Saviour Kasukuwere and Tendai Biti corrupt but gave no specific details. Tagwirei serves on the ZANU PF Central Committee. He claimed both men committed serious wrongdoing.
Tagwirei said he follows President Emmerson Mnangagwa's leadership style. The president focuses on building the country rather than attacking people. Tagwirei believes those who talk most about corruption are often the most corrupt themselves. He praised Mnangagwa for speaking about his vision instead of criticizing individuals. The party member said he learns from the president's approach...
Local officials tore down a meat processing building to force workers into a newer facility. Stephen Adom led the demolition as head of Ho Municipal Assembly. The old Zongo Slaughterhouse failed health inspections for years. Workers had to move to the modern Sokode Abattoir. Officials worried people would return to the unsafe building if it remained standing.
The old facility lacked clean water and proper drainage systems. Health authorities raised concerns about waste disposal problems. Many butchers fought against moving to the new location for years. Local residents also opposed the relocation plans. Assembly members made June 26 the final day for meat processing at the old site.
Some community members questioned destroying the...
A former government minister has called for peace after deadly violence struck a high school community. Dr. Joshua Makubu served as Minister for the Oti Region before making his public appeal. One student from Nkwanta Senior High School died when gunfire erupted during fresh tribal fighting. The shooting left the community shaken and families grieving. Makubu described the death as devastating for everyone affected.
The former minister asked all sides to stop fighting and let justice work. He wants people to remember how the Adele, Challa and Akyode communities have lived together peacefully before. Makubu believes state officials should handle the investigation without interference. He said the area has seen enough deaths already. The...
Bangladesh crushed Bahrain 7-0 at Thuwunna Stadium during AFC Women's Asian Cup qualifying action Sunday. Tohura Khatun found the net twice for the winning team against higher-ranked opponents. The victory surprised many since Bahrain sits 36 spots above Bangladesh at 92nd place compared to 128th position. Coach Peter Butler guided his squad to an impressive first-half performance that produced five goals. Bangladesh fired 20 shots toward the Bahrain goal throughout the match.
Shamsunnahar gave Bangladesh an early advantage after 10 minutes of play. Ritu Porna Chakma and Kohati Kisku added goals before halftime arrived. Tohura scored her two goals during stoppage time at the end of the first period. Ritu honored her brother Parbon...
Bangladesh's fisheries and livestock adviser stressed animal health as essential for feeding the nation. Farida Akhter delivered her message at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University during a faculty awards ceremony. She told students and officials that sick animals threaten the country's food supply. The government works hard to provide enough animal protein for citizens across Bangladesh. Disease prevention among livestock remains critical for protecting public health.
Akhter warned that eating meat from diseased cattle and poultry creates serious health problems for people. She said officials cannot compromise when dealing with animal wellness issues. The adviser explained how diseases can jump from animals to humans and cause...
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