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Tourists safe as luxury train derails in Zimbabwe
A luxury train from South Africa hit another train in Zimbabwe during Easter weekend travel. Rovos Rail said four crew members suffered injuries when their train crashed into a freight carrier. The company told AFP that passengers heading to Victoria Falls stayed safe, though some needed medical checks afterward. A worker from the local railway shared different information, saying 18 people actually got hurt in the accident. According to this anonymous source, medical teams sent 14 injured people to Gwanda Provincial Hospital and four more to Mater Dei Hospital in Bulawayo.
Rovos Rail crash injures crew in Zimbabwe
A luxury Rovos Rail train crashed into a freight train near Gwanda in Zimbabwe as it traveled to Victoria Falls. Company spokesperson Liezl Maclean said four crew members got hurt, but all 47 international passengers stayed safe. They still went for medical checks after the train cars left the tracks. A railway worker claimed the accident actually injured 18 people, with 14 going to Gwanda hospital and four to Bulawayo for care. Photos online showed rescue teams pulling an injured person through a damaged roof section, showing how serious the crash was. Officials haven't explained what caused the trains to hit each other. The investigation continues, with both companies staying quiet about details. Rovos Rail offers fancy train trips...
TGMA 2025 Artiste of the Year Showdown
The Telecel Ghana Music Awards have fans arguing about who should win Artiste of the Year. People talk about it everywhere, from radio shows to social media pages. This year, seven strong nominees are included: Stonebwoy, King Promise, King Paluta, Joe Mettle, Black Sherif, Team Eternity Ghana, and Kweku Smoke. King Paluta became famous with hits like Makoma and Aseda, which were played at political events and churches. He released a good album and performed all across Ghana. Some critics say he needs more international fans and better streaming numbers compared to other artists. Many believe he represents authentic Ghanaian music better than anyone else this year. Following his success with Terminator, King Promise made smooth global...
Frederick Leonard says social media is out of control
Nigerian actor Frederick Leonard criticizes social media for its rude comments. He became upset after seeing a young woman call an older man "an aging fool" in her post. The star checked her profile, discovered she followed him, and blocked her immediately. He believes people with good sense avoid commenting on social media platforms. Frederick thinks online spaces have become terrible places for interaction. The actor announced he has entered his "blocking season" and will remove anyone posting disrespectful content. He plans to block users who leave toxic comments on his page or other pages he visits. Frederick mentioned he typically avoids reading comment sections because of their negative nature. He expressed disappointment about...
Bosom P Yung shuts down talk his career is fading
Bosom P-Yung fired back at people claiming his music career is dying. The singer behind "Ataa Adwoa" shared his thoughts on X last week. He responded to a viral tweet that included him among artists who had lost popularity. He called these comments part of a planned attack against him. He pointed out similar treatment of other artists like Black Sherif and Sarkodie. Bosom P-Yung, whose real name is Prince Ofori, stays positive about his future in music. He suggested critics should simply admit they dislike his music instead of claiming his career is over. The artist remains confident despite the negative comments online.
Is Ghana Chief Justice about to be suspended
Ghana might suspend its Chief Justice next week after the Council of State found enough evidence against her. The news has spread through diplomatic groups in Ghana. This situation will lead to a tribunal starting a full trial, something that has never happened before in Ghana's Fourth Republic. Most experts believe there's a 70% chance the Chief Justice will lose her job based on past cases. This case tests Ghana's democratic systems during tense political times. Some people worry about how foreign investors will react to seeing a Chief Justice removed. Many think this shows Ghana's courts are becoming more political. Civil society groups that usually speak up about court independence have stayed quiet about this case. Their silence...
CropLife Ghana wants quick farm input access
CropLife Ghana leaders met with Deputy Agriculture Minister John Dumelo to advocate for more industry involvement in farming programs like Feed Ghana. The team discussed how companies need to help make government farm projects work better and stressed that working together would make these programs last longer. CropLife Ghana represents companies that sell pesticides, fertilizers, and other farm supplies across the country. The group has 23 member companies, including RMG Ghana Limited, BASF Ghana, Corteva, and Yara Ghana. These businesses support farmers throughout the growing process. During their meeting, CropLife Ghana asked for faster tax exemption processing for farm supplies. They explained that slow paperwork causes delays at...
Mamprugu Overlord Demands Peace for Bawku Now
The Mamprugu leader, Naa Bohaga Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, wants the government to act fast on the Bawku violence. He spoke to reporters at Nalerigu's Nayiri Palace last week about his worries regarding recent attacks. The traditional ruler warned that they might protect their people themselves if authorities fail to step up. He stated clearly that Mamprugu needs immediate protection, especially along the Bolgatanga-Bawku-Poulimakom road areas. The Nayiri offered several suggestions to improve security. He asked for more officers with better equipment to patrol the troubled area. He recommended checkpoints on major routes, new police stations in key spots, and unified transport systems to stop armed attacks. The leader also expressed...
Stephen Asare calls out MPs on CJ double standards
Law professor Stephen Asare slammed Parliament's Minority for changing their tune about keeping Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo despite removal petitions. He pointed out their past actions, where similar complaints led to officials Lauretta Lamptey and Charlotte Osei losing their jobs. On Facebook, he questioned why standards seem different based on who's involved. He specifically mentioned Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, who previously supported removing Lamptey from her CHRAJ position. Asare asked what exactly had changed since those earlier cases. He expressed concern about keeping a Chief Justice who allegedly had private talks with the President about Supreme Court appointments. President John Mahama has sent three...
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