Kofi Asare

Kofi Asare

West African Correspondent based in Accra
51 Articles

Nigeria Strengthens Air Force with Italian Jets, Helicopters

Abuja, Nigeria – October 14, 2024 – Nigeria's air force is significantly expanding its capabilities with the acquisition of Italian-made…

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Moody’s Upgrades Ghana’s Ratings After Debt Restructuring Progress

Accra, Ghana – Global credit rating agency Moody's has upgraded Ghana's long-term local and foreign currency issuer ratings, citing significant…

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GIZ Empowers Financial Intelligence Officers in Ghana

Accra, Ghana – October 11, 2024 – A group of 19 Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) officers in Ghana have undergone…

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Asante Kotoko Withdraws from Capital City Cup Over Visa Issues

Accra, Ghana – October 11, 2024 – Asante Kotoko, a prominent Ghanaian football club, has announced its withdrawal from the…

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GIPC, ILO Host Meeting on Responsible Business Practices

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) jointly organized a CEOs Breakfast Meeting to focus…

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Ghana Seeks to Boost Trade Ties with Thailand

Bangkok, Thailand – A Ghanaian delegation led by Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Hon. Ampratwum-Sarpong, has concluded…

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Spain Turns to Immigrants to Address Labor Shortage

León, Spain – Spain is facing a growing demographic crisis that threatens its economic future. As the country's population ages…

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Czech Embassy Hosts Colloquium at University of Ibadan

Abuja, Nigeria – October 2, 2024 – The Czech Embassy in Nigeria hosted a colloquium on September 30, 2024, to…

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ECOWAS, UEMOA Collaborate on Axle Load Control

Cotonou, Benin – Transport sector experts from ECOWAS and UEMOA member states, regional road transport organizations, civil society, and technical…

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Liberia Seeks to Strengthen Ties with European Union

Brussels, Belgium – Liberian Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow-Nyanti has concluded a successful working visit to the European Union (EU), aiming…

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King Letsie III and Partners Launch School Hunger Initiative

Lesotho’s King Letsie III has joined forces with the African Development Bank Group and the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF)…

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Kenyan Lawmakers Move to Impeach Deputy President Gachagua

Kenyan lawmakers are set to commence impeachment proceedings against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing allegations of undermining the government. This…

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Gunfire Reported in Mali’s Capital, Bamako

Bamako, Mali – Heavy gunfire was heard early Tuesday morning in Mali's capital, Bamako, causing panic among residents. The shooting…

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Ghana Opens First Gold Refinery

Accra, Ghana – Africa’s leading gold producer, Ghana, has marked a significant milestone with the opening of its first commercial…

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Benin Opens Doors to Descendants of Enslaved Africans

Cotonou – West African nation Benin is set to welcome home millions of descendants of Africans forcibly removed during the…

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