Author: Ohene Anochie

Thousands of dockworkers are officially on strike across the East Coast. It could cost the U.S. economy up to $5 billion each day Thousands of dockworkers across the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast are officially on strike after negotiations between their union and an alliance of employers failed. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) represents more than 85,000 workers and has been negotiating with companies, terminal operators, and port associations represented by the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) since last May. Without a contract between the groups, as many as 45,000 members are walking off the job at more…

Nii Amasah Namoale, former  member of parliament for Dadekotopon constituency in the Greater Accra region, has called on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to steer clear of religious-based campaigns as Ghana prepares for its 2024 general elections. Speaking on Hot FM’s Afternoon show with Agya Wusu, Namoale’s cautioned political parties, particularly the NPP, against exploiting religious divisions for electoral gains, warning that such strategies could undermine national cohesion. In his submission, Namoale’s emphasized the importance of promoting policies and programs that unite Ghanaians, rather than drawing on religious sentiments that could further polarize the country. He reminded politicians of their responsibility to…

The 2024 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), themed “Leaving no one behind: Acting together for peace, sustainable development, and human dignity for present and future generations,” highlights Africa’s pressing issues such as climate change and economic inequality. With over 60% of its population under 25, discussions focus on empowering youth and women while exploring sustainable urban development strategies. Public-private partnerships are emphasized as vital for integrating green technologies, enabling African nations to leapfrog traditional development models in an era of digital transformation and artificial intelligence. Nigeria: Dangote Refinery to Ease Fuel Crisis The Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos, Nigeria, has commenced…

A total of 39 protesters arrested during the #StopGalamseyDemo have been denied bail by the Accra Circuit Court, sparking widespread outcry from activists and civil society groups. The demonstrators, who were part of a larger group advocating for an end to illegal mining (galamsey) in Ghana, were taken into police custody on Wednesday, September 11, after clashing with law enforcement during the protest. The #StopGalamseyDemo was organized by Democracy Hub, youth activists, and concerned citizens, who took to the streets of Accra to demand stronger government action against illegal mining, which has caused widespread environmental damage, including the pollution…

Black Connect’s Small Business Legal Services Program named by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on the Delivery of Legal Services as the winner of the 2024 Louis M. Brown Select Award for Legal Access. Black Connect announced today that its Small Business Legal Services Program is the winner of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) 2024 Louis M. Brown Select Award for Legal Access (the “Brown Select Award”). The Brown Select Award for Legal Access is presented annually by the ABA Committee on Delivery of Legal Services to programs and projects that advance access to legal services for those of moderate…

Demonstrators took to the streets of Tunisia’s capital on Saturday to protest against what they say is the deteriorating state of the country, as the presidential campaign season officially begins. Samia Abbou, a former Tunisian assembly member who took part in the demonstration, said Saied has failed on many important fronts. Her and other demonstrators slammed both Tunisia’s economic and political woes, carrying signs that grouped together the growing costs of staple items and growing concerns about civil liberties. In 2011, longtime Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali was toppled by nationwide protests that unleashed revolt across the…

Thousands of mourners in Uganda paid their respects to Rebecca Cheptegei, the Olympic athlete who died last week in Kenya after her partner set her on fire. A military funeral was held in a remote town near the Kenyan border. Military officers played a prominent role in the funeral because Cheptegei held the rank of sergeant in Uganda’s army, said military spokesman Brig. Felix Kulayigye, adding that she deserved a “gun salute that befits her rank.” Athletes, family members and others delivered their eulogies before thousands in a sports field in the district of Bukwo. Cheptegei, who was 33,…

Two passenger trains collided in Egypt’s Nile Delta on Saturday, killing at least three people, two of them children, authorities said. The crash happened in the city of Zagazig, the capital of Sharqiya province, the country’s railway authority said in a statement. Egypt’s Health Ministry said the collision injured at least 40 others. Train derailments and crashes are common in Egypt, where an aging railway system has also been plagued by mismanagement. In recent years, the government announced initiatives to improve its railways. In 2018, President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi said some 250 billion Egyptian pounds, or $8.13 billion, would be needed to…

Austria has officially opened its new embassy in Accra, Ghana, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations. The inauguration ceremony, held on Wednesday, was attended by high-ranking officials from both countries, including Austria’s Federal Minister for European and International Affairs, Alexander Schallenberg, and Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey. The new Austrian Embassy will serve as a hub for enhancing cooperation between the two countries in areas such as trade, education, tourism, and cultural exchange. This move underscores Austria’s commitment to deepening its presence in West Africa, particularly in Ghana,…

Global video solutions provider, Accedo has launched a Managed Services Monetization offering designed to help its customers grow and diversify their revenue streams. The offering consists of a series of predefined packages each of which focuses on optimizing a key aspect of an OTT services commercial strategy such as business model, pricing and content promotion. The first package – to be launched at this year’s IBC – leverages Looper Insight’s award-winning analytics software and will support video services to optimize app and content placement across the CTV ecosystem. It addresses the business-critical and expensive challenge of getting full value for marketing spend on app…