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Agyepong in hot water for divisive remarks
Former Assin Central lawmaker Kennedy Agyepong faces harsh criticism after what he said when meeting lawyers in Kumasi. Reports claim he told the group that voters turned down Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party's presidential candidate, because he practices Islam and comes from a smaller tribal group. These comments angered many NPP members, who shared their frustration through social media platforms. Several party supporters blasted Agyepong for making statements that could split the NPP just as they started rebuilding after election losses. They pointed out that he talked this way during the party's leadership race back in 2023. These critics made clear they wouldn't accept such behavior again from him. One worried party...
Ghana parliament asks for scoop on dodgy jets
Parliament members from the Minority Caucus want answers about two private planes that supposedly carried drugs and money through Ghana. They held a press briefing led by Assin South MP Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, who used to serve as Deputy Education Minister. The planes landed at Kotoka International Airport last month, raising serious questions about what they brought into the country. The Minority group claims these aircraft flew from Grand Canaria, Spain, a place known for drug smuggling. They asked National Security officials to tell the public exactly what came into Ghana on these flights. The planes were identified as Air Med Flight N823AM and Cavok Air Antonov 12B, both arriving in March 2025 before flying back to Spain days...
Edgar's Stores made almost twice as much money as last year despite tough times in Zimbabwe. Their sales jumped nearly 95% to reach ZWL244.8 billion for the period ending January 7, 2024. Most customers paid cash for purchases in local currency - about 93% of sales. The pattern looked different with US dollar transactions, where credit made up 73% of sales. The main Edgars chain brought in ZWL139.3 billion, nearly double the previous year's total. Actual items sold dropped about 13% to 1.36 million units compared to last year. Local currency buyers mostly used cash, but when shopping with US dollars, customers preferred credit by a large margin. The company faced many challenges from unstable exchange rates and rising prices...
Zim cops sign loyalty oath for fifty bucks
Zimbabwe police must sign papers promising complete loyalty to their boss, Commissioner General Stephen Mutamba. These papers came out before and after many people stayed home Monday instead of going to work. Our news team saw one of these documents making rounds at police stations across the country. They call it an Oath of Service. Police officers received $50 extra money without any explanation right before war veteran Blessed Geza planned his big March 31 protest. The paper says police will perform their duties based on their best judgment and skills as members of the ZRP. They promise not to share any information they learn through their jobs unless they have permission. Most streets stayed empty Monday because citizens decided to...
GIGABYTE AORUS MASTER laptops hit stores March 31
GIGABYTE started selling their best gaming laptops, the AORUS MASTER 18 and AORUS MASTER 16, at online stores from March 31st. These machines excel at games, creative work, and heavy computing tasks. They feature the newest NVIDIA graphics cards - up to RTX 5090 and 5080 laptop GPUs that hit 175 watts of power. This brings crystal clear graphics, smooth gameplay, and advanced AI features for rendering 3D projects, streaming, or competitive gaming without lag. The laptops stay cool with the WINDFORCE Infinity EX cooling system. This setup uses a frost fan with 158 uniquely shaped blades, a redesigned side housing, extra cooling from additional fans, and smart air paths called 3D VortX. Everything runs perfectly, even during marathon...
TSMC on track with one point four nm chip trial
TSMC is running ahead of plan with its top chip factories making the advanced 2 nm chips. These plants expect to start large-scale production in the coming months, freeing up space for next-generation experiments. Reports from Taiwan Economic Daily News suggest behind-the-scenes activity at the Baoshan P2 plant, which appears ready for an incredibly tiny 1.4 nm chip design. Sources claim TSMC achieved a breakthrough with this cutting-edge 1.4 nm process technology. The company already asked suppliers to get equipment ready, planning to build a test production line at their Baoshan location. The Hsinchu area Fab 20 plant leads the early testing for this super-advanced technology. Industry experts believe the 1.4 nm knowledge will later...
98 nabbed after protest over Mnangagwa staying
Police arrested 98 people who showed up at a rally against President Emmerson Mnangagwa. They appeared before the court on Tuesday, facing charges related to joining an illegal gathering that might spark violence. All these protesters must stay behind bars until April 10, when judges will decide if they can pay bail to go free. The prosecutors fought against letting them out but will write down their reasons first before defense lawyers can answer back. Most of the group—95 people—went before provincial magistrate Isheunesu Matova. The other three protesters—Moreblessing Nkomo, Jenifer Chimange, and Sthabile Maduve—saw a different judge named Ruth Moyo. Unlike everyone else whom the police grabbed at Robert Mugabe Square during the...
Tagwirei gets nod for central committee seat
Businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei, a close friend of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, just received backing from Zanu PF's Harare provincial coordinating committee to become part of the ruling party's Central Committee. This powerful group makes key decisions between party congresses. Secretary General Obert Mpofu must still approve this move before it becomes official. The appointment would mark a big step up for Tagwirei in Zimbabwe politics. Harare provincial chairperson Godwills Masimirembwa spoke highly of Tagwirei during a Monday meeting. He called him a business mastermind with great vision. "The provincial coordinating committee fully backs adding him to the Central Committee," Masimirembwa explained. They plan to send their...
Umeme flips the switch and hands power to UEDCL
The Anti-Corruption court just sent criminal summons to MP Paul Akamba because he skipped his court date. He faces charges with six others for stealing over 3.4 billion Ugandan shillings. Patrick Talisuna, who works as acting assistant registrar, ran the session instead of Judge Jane Okuo Kajuga. The case involves money meant for Buyaka Growers Cooperative Society Limited. State attorney Raymond Mugisa told everyone the case waits on a Constitutional court decision about Akamba's application. Akamba claims the state tortured him during custody and wants his rights protected. All his co-accused showed up that day, but Akamba stayed away. This caused prosecutors to ask for criminal summons and a later court date. Defense lawyer Mwesigwa...
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