The Namibian Competition Commission has cleared RedForce Debt Management of favoritism allegations after a comprehensive investigation into municipal debt-collection tenders. Social media claims suggesting the agency secured most local government contracts through unfair means prompted a thorough review of the company's procurement practices.
Following a detailed examination, the commission determined that RedForce met all tender requirements and submitted more financially attractive proposals compared to competitors. Authorities investigated whether the company held a dominant market position and whether its practices violated competition regulations.
The commission found RedForce's tender awards transparent and compliant with...
Law students at the Catholic University of Malawi received a compelling challenge to provide legal support for imprisoned individuals unable to secure representation. During a comprehensive moot court training session, Reverend Father Dr. Wilfred Sumani challenged aspiring lawyers to restore hope for those behind bars without financial means.
Sumani shared a poignant narrative from the university's late Vice-Chancellor, Associate Professor Ngeyi Ruth Kanyongolo, highlighting previous student efforts to liberate wrongfully detained prisoners. Connecting the initiative to the Church's Jubilee year theme of hope, he urged students to actively engage with the prison system and advocate for those lacking legal resources.
The university...
In a critical humanitarian response, Karonga North Constituency's parliamentary representative has dispatched emergency food assistance to families devastated by the recent flooding in Kaporo. The significant donation includes 20 substantial maize sacks weighing 50 kilograms, representing a total value of K1.2 million for displaced households.
Local government official King Mvula communicated the legislator's compassionate intent, emphasizing support for families struggling to rebuild after catastrophic environmental destruction. Mvula, who also served as district council vice chairperson, pledged continued municipal commitment to sourcing additional relief resources through comprehensive disaster management protocols.
Flood victims...
Malawi prepares to spotlight its entrepreneurial spirit through a landmark business recognition event designed to accelerate national economic momentum. The prestigious National Product Magazine awards will launch voting procedures today, celebrating innovative companies across multiple economic sectors.
Executive Director Arthur Chinyamula announced that the competition will highlight agricultural, transportation, and manufacturing achievements. The ceremony aims to showcase Malawian businesses and regional economic partnerships, with 70% of nominees representing domestic enterprises and 30% from Southern African Development Community nations.
The event's strategic theme is export enhancement and forex reserve expansion. Contestants...
A tearful Samuel Twumasi, a 37-year-old driver, experienced an emotional moment of relief when an Accra Circuit Court cleared him of fraud allegations. Prosecutors, represented by Chief Inspector Wisdom Alorwu, requested Twumasi's discharge due to insufficient evidence for prosecution. Judge Samuel Bright Acquah approved the request, formally releasing Twumasi from legal proceedings.
Immediately after leaving the courtroom dock, Twumasi broke down in uncontrollable tears. Police officers attempted to console him with supportive words, but his emotional release continued unabated. Twumasi had previously been unable to meet bail requirements, which resulted in extended police custody during the legal process.
Twumasi was originally...
Alfred Klu Odikro secured unanimous backing from district assembly members, winning a resounding vote of confidence for his leadership role in Agortime-Ziope. All 22 representatives, including government appointees, unanimously supported his appointment during a confirmation session held in Kpetoe on Wednesday.
Addressing the assembly, Odikro outlined an ambitious development strategy targeting critical sectors like education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, and economic empowerment. He emphasized collaborative governance and challenged citizens to participate actively in district transformation efforts.
Volta Regional Minister James Gunu underscored the endorsement's significance, positioning Odikro's appointment as a...
Ghana's top energy official has launched a comprehensive probe into the mysterious disappearance of more than 1,300 containers from the Electricity Company of Ghana at Tema Port. Energy Minister John Jinapor escalated the investigation by requesting the Attorney General to spearhead a legal examination of the potential systemic corruption.
Governmental authorities have mobilized multiple investigative agencies to unravel the container vanishing act. The National Intelligence Bureau received direct orders to track container locations, while National Security Secretariat operatives have already arrested fourteen suspects, including twelve Chinese nationals and one Ghanaian.
Jinapor confirmed direct communication with national security...
American rapper and actor Jeffrey Bruce Atkins, better known as Ja Rule, embarked on a cultural exploration of Ghana's National Museum, delving into the rich tapestry of African heritage. Accompanied by his wife Aisha and representatives from Pencils of Promise, he toured exhibits showcasing Ghana's historical origins, traditional kingship, and societal transitions.
The visit preceded a meaningful community engagement at Nuaso Anglican Primary School in the Eastern Region's Lower Manya Krobo Municipality. Museum curators guided Ja Rule through displays highlighting Northern and Southern settlements, intricate cultural artifacts, and symbolic representations of Ghanaian life.
Immersed in exhibits featuring Kente fabric, Adinkra...
President John Dramani Mahama has championed sweeping economic reforms designed to reinvigorate Ghana's financial landscape and provide substantial relief to citizens and businesses. The comprehensive legislative package represents a bold strategic shift toward economic revitalization and fiscal management.
The government eliminated the controversial Electronic Transfer Levy, removing the 1% tax on digital transactions that previously dampened economic momentum. Businesses and individuals celebrated the repeal, viewing it as a critical step toward unleashing digital economic potential and reducing financial constraints.
Parallel reforms target multiple economic sectors, including the complete removal of the Emissions Levy and...
