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Ghana, one of West Africa’s economic giants, finds itself at a critical crossroads as citizens head to the polls. High debt, a struggling local currency, and soaring inflation — which hit 23% in November — have fueled public dissatisfaction, particularly among the youth. Ghana’s youthful population, with 38% aged between 15 and 35 years, is emerging as a decisive force in this election. Many young voters, disillusioned by unemployment, inflation, and the cedi’s devaluation, are voting for the first time. “We need someone who can tackle the fundamentals of our economy,” said David Tapi, a university student. “Unemployment and inflation…

In a groundbreaking mission, a pair of European satellites launched from India on Thursday, marking the first attempt to create artificial solar eclipses in space. The mission, aimed at advancing solar research, is expected to offer unprecedented insights into the sun’s outer atmosphere, or corona. Dubbed Proba-3, the $210 million mission seeks to provide extended artificial eclipses lasting up to six hours, far surpassing the few minutes of totality seen during natural solar eclipses on Earth. Scientists will use these extended eclipses to study the corona and phenomena like coronal mass ejections, which are massive eruptions of solar plasma. “This…

Bitcoin, the cryptocurrency born in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, has hit a new milestone, surging above $103,000. This rally comes as President-elect Donald Trump signals support for crypto-friendly policies, including the nomination of Paul Atkins, a pro-crypto former regulator, as the next chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Atkins’ nomination would replace current SEC Chair Gary Gensler, who has been criticized for his stringent oversight of digital assets. The announcement has fueled optimism within the crypto community, marking another leap in bitcoin’s meteoric rise. The cryptocurrency’s value has more than doubled this year, driven by…

Michigan Democrats are racing to secure legislative wins on reproductive health care and digital privacy ahead of the Republican takeover of the state House in January 2025. Governor Gretchen Whitmer and other Democratic leaders are pushing a series of bills aimed at protecting reproductive rights and ensuring the safety of sensitive digital health data. A key focus is a bill that would safeguard reproductive health data, including information collected by menstrual cycle tracking apps. The bill, backed by state Senator Mallory McMorrow, aims to prevent data from being used to target individuals seeking abortions or other reproductive health services. “This…

The fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York has ignited a nationwide discussion about the practices of the health insurance industry, particularly after details about the ammunition used in the attack were revealed. Law enforcement officials disclosed that the bullets used by the masked gunman bore the words “deny,” “defend,” and “depose,” echoing a phrase often associated with insurance company tactics to avoid paying claims. The phrase, commonly phrased as “delay, deny, defend,” has been widely used by critics to describe insurers’ strategies in handling claims, from health to auto and property insurance. Thompson, who led…

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the SWAPO Party of Namibia’s candidate, has been declared the winner of the country’s Presidential election held on December 3, securing over 57% of the vote. This victory positions her to become Namibia’s first female President following her inauguration, scheduled for March 21, 2025. However, the opposition is contesting the results, calling for a fresh round of elections. Panduleni Itula, the main opposition candidate from the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), who garnered 26% of the vote, described the election process as “chaotic.” He cited logistical challenges, including shortages of ballot papers and technical issues, which prompted…

A report by FSD Africa and Shortlist highlights Africa’s burgeoning green economy as a beacon of hope for tackling youth unemployment. With the continent’s youth population projected to surpass 800 million by 2050, the green economy is poised to generate 3.3 million jobs by 2030. Solar energy and climate-smart agriculture are at the forefront of this transformation, alongside opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable farming, and ecosystem-based solutions. These sectors offer the potential to reshape Africa’s workforce and build resilience against climate change. Dr. Malle Fofana, Director for Africa at the Global Green Growth Institute, emphasized the importance of equitable access…

Real Madrid’s head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has confirmed that Kylian Mbappé is deeply disappointed after missing a crucial penalty during the team’s 2-1 loss to Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday. The French star’s missed opportunity compounded a frustrating evening for Los Blancos, who have struggled to find consistent form. Mbappé’s penalty attempt in the 68th minute was stopped by Athletic goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala, a decisive moment in the match. Later, a costly defensive error by Federico Valverde gifted Athletic the winning goal in the 80th minute, with Gorka Guruzeta capitalizing on the mistake to secure the victory. Reflecting on…

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana is conducting rescheduled special voting today, Thursday, December 5, 2024, in the Eastern and Western regions, ahead of the December 7 general elections. The exercise was initially slated for Monday, December 2, but was postponed following the discovery of a defaced ballot paper marked for destruction outside the Checkpoint Printing House, raising concerns about the integrity of the materials. Although no irregularities were reported with the Western Region’s ballots, the printing press responsible for the Eastern Region’s materials also handled those for the Western Region. As a precaution, the EC decided to recall and…

South Korea’s main opposition party called for President Yoon Suk Yeol to step down immediately or face impeachment on Wednesday, just hours after Yoon ended a controversial martial law declaration that saw troops surround parliament before lawmakers voted to overturn it. President Yoon has yet to issue a public response to the opposition’s demands. However, his office confirmed that senior advisers and secretaries offered collective resignations, and the president postponed his official schedule for the day. A Day of Political Turmoil On Tuesday night, Yoon unexpectedly declared emergency martial law, vowing to eradicate what he described as “anti-state” forces…