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Ghana-China Trade Climbs to USD11.8B in 2024
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Bilateral trade between Ghana and China surged by 7.1% in 2024, reaching a total of 11.8 billion U.S. dollars, Chinese Ambassador to Ghana Tong Defa announced Tuesday, as reported by media. Speaking at the opening ceremony commemorating...
IMF Commits USD367M to Support Ghana’s Economic Recovery
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) executive board has completed its fourth evaluation of Ghana’s economic reform program, clearing the path for the swift disbursement of $367 million to support the country’s ongoing recovery,...
Ghana formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies
World Trade Organization
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July 2, 2025
DG Okonjo-Iweala said: “I congratulate Ghana on joining forces with other WTO members to bring the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies closer to entry into force. This collective effort to curb harmful fisheries subsidies puts us on the right track...
Minister Gwede Mantashe: Mineral and Petroleum Resources Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 3, 2025
House Chairperson, Speaker of the National Assembly, Honourable Thoko Didiza Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Honourable Mikateko Mahlaule Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Ms Phumzile...
Ghana's Inflation Falls to 13.7 Percent in June
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) revealed on Wednesday that the country's inflation rate decreased to 13.7 percent in June, marking a significant 4.7 percentage-point drop from May's 18.4 percent. "This is the sixth consecutive...
Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi announces departure of National School of Government Principal
South African Government
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July 1, 2025
The Minister for the Public Service and Administration, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi has announced that the Principal of the National School of Government, (The NSG), Prof Busani Ngcaweni, will be leaving the NSG in July 2025 to pursue other interests...
Deputy Minister David Masondo: United Nations Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development
South African Government
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July 2, 2025
Good afternoon, Your Excellency, President Pedro Sánchez of Spain, Excellencies, Honourable Ministers, Distinguished Guests, It is my pleasure to welcome you to today’s side event on “Forging a Common Agenda to Achieve Debt Sustainability in...
Shared Responsibility Shapes a Greener Future at Accra Marriott Hotel
EIN Presswire
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June 30, 2025
Accra Marriott Hotel, one of the leading 5-star hotels in Ghana, has been awarded its inaugural certification by Green Globe. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Accra Marriott Hotel, one of the leading 5-star...
Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi welcomes Economic Governance School in Ghana
South African Government
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June 17, 2025
The Minister for the Public Service and Administration, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, has welcomed the convening of the sixth iteration of the Economic Governance School for public service leaders in Ghana. The Economic Governance School is convened by...
Heifer International Announces Winners at AYuTe NextGen 2025: Youth-Led Innovation Set to Transform Africa's Agriculture
EIN Presswire
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June 23, 2025
Four young AgriTech innovators have emerged as the winners of the AYuTe NextGen 2025 competition KAMPALA, UGANDA, June 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Four young agricultural technology (AgriTech) innovators have emerged as the winners of the...
Food4Education Urges African Governments to Make School Feeding a Right, Not a Privilege
EIN Presswire
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June 16, 2025
This Day of the African Child, nearly 60 million African children risk going hungry in school as government funding falls short. NAIROBI, KENYA, June 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Africa marks the Day of the African Child under the African...
Multipolarity and Globalization: A Shared Answer – International Media Discuss the Emerging Global Landscape
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 13, 2025
BEIJING, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The eighth “International Editors-in-Chief Roundtable,” hosted by Global Times and Global Times Online (huanqiu.com), brought together media leaders from China, Russia, Pakistan, Canada, Nepal, Syria, and...
CA Governor Hopeful Sharifah Hardie Rallies Community Support for Juneteenth Celebration with Yaba TV in Long Beach
EIN Presswire
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June 11, 2025
Candidate for California Governor Sharifah Hardie champions unity and heritage at Yaba TV’s Juneteenth event in Long Beach. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As communities across California prepare to honor...
Trump introduces new tariffs of up to 50 percent on imports from African countries
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) In April, US President Donald Trump introduced new tariffs of up to 50% on imports from African countries, ending the duty-free access these nations previously enjoyed under the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). This act had...
Astria Learning to partner with Georgian Universities to Develop AI-Powered eCampus
EIN Presswire
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July 8, 2025
TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Astria Learning, a global leader in digital education infrastructure operating in over 16 countries, including Ghana, Mexico, Botswana and Jordan announces its official expansion into...
Local Roots, African Power. Premier Bet proudly announces Francis Ngannou as its Pan-African Brand Ambassador
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 8, 2025
LEEDS, United Kingdom, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Premier Bet, the leading sports betting and online casino brand, currently operating in over 20 African markets is pleased to announce the renewal and expansion of its partnership with...
Modi assures ‘India is committed to BRICS’
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India’s strong commitment to BRICS, describing it as a key platform for cooperation among emerging economies in the Global South. Speaking ahead of the BRICS Summit scheduled for July 6-7 in...
Netherlands gives back colonial loot to Nigeria
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) In a significant act of restitution, the Netherlands has returned 119 historical artifacts to Nigeria, including royal regalia, plaques, human and animal sculptures, and a ceremonial bell. These treasures, known collectively as the Benin...
Media reports more African nations facing US visa prohibition
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is reportedly preparing to broaden its controversial visa restrictions to include citizens from 36 more countries—25 of which are in Africa—according to an internal State Department memo cited by The Washington Post over...
Author Seeks Thoughtful Early Readers for Bold New Take on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
EIN Presswire
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July 8, 2025
LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Published nonfiction author Steven C. Markoff is inviting dedicated Beta Readers to preview and provide feedback on his forthcoming nonfiction book, "An Improbable Solution to...