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Zimbabwe to Slaughter 200 Elephants to Feed Hungry Citizens Amid Severe Drought

Zimbabwe has authorized the culling of 200 elephants to address food shortages caused by one of the worst droughts in decades. With nearly half of the country’s population at risk of acute hunger, the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Authority aims to use elephant meat to feed struggling communities. Tinashe Farawo, …

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Here are 10 online side-hustle ideas to help you make extra money

In today’s fast-paced digital world, earning extra income has never been more accessible. With the rise of online platforms and remote work opportunities, starting a side hustle is a great way to boost your earnings, follow your passions, or gain valuable experience in new fields. Whether you’re looking to supplement …

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Four Children Die After Being Trapped in Freezer While Playing 

Authorities in Namibia are investigating the tragic deaths of four children who were trapped in an old, non-functional freezer while playing in the town of Katima Mulilo, located in the north-eastern Zambezi Region. The children, aged between three and six, were discovered on Monday afternoon, having been accidentally locked inside …

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Ghanaian-born Nigerian Actor Emmanuel France Passes Away

Nigerian actor of Ghanaian descent, Emmanuel France, has passed away. His death was confirmed by Nigerian filmmaker Olufemi Ogedengbe via Instagram on Monday, September 16, 2024, following earlier rumors. Ogedengbe paid tribute to the veteran actor, recalling their work on three films: She Is My Sister, The Director, and Cross …

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69 Police Officers Commit Suicide in Six Years

Dr. Erica D. Dickson, Head of Therapy and Wellness at the 37 Military Hospital, has raised concerns over the increasing rate of suicides among police officers in Ghana. Speaking at the 2024 World Suicide Prevention Day Forum in Accra, Dr. Dickson highlighted that 69 officers took their own lives between …

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Tragic Fire at Kpone Kokompe Claims Four Lives

A devastating fire that broke out at Kpone Kokompe on Friday, September 13, 2024, has claimed the lives of four individuals, including a 14-year-old girl, two boys aged 11 and 2, and a 27-year-old man. The fire, which began at 11:28 p.m., rapidly spread, consuming 10 wooden structures and destroying …

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UK Increases Financial Requirements for International Students from January 2025

The UK Home Office has announced new financial requirements for international students applying to study in the UK, effective January 2025. Under the new guidelines, students will need to demonstrate higher savings amounts to secure a visa. From January 2, 2025, students planning to study in London must prove they …

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Efua Ghartey Becomes First Female President of the Ghana Bar Association

Mrs. Efua Ghartey has achieved a historic milestone by being elected as the first female President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA). The election was held during the GBA congress in Kumasi on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, marking a pivotal moment in the Association’s history. Her victory is seen as …

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Ablakwa Establishes GH¢100K Rent Fund to Support Akosombo Dam Spillage Victims

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, has launched a GH¢100,000 emergency rent fund to aid victims of the Akosombo dam spillage. The disaster, which occurred in October 2023, affected over 12,000 residents, many of whom are still struggling to find accommodation. Ablakwa emphasized the urgency of …

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Ex-Boyfriend Who Set Ugandan Athlete on Fire Dies from Burns

The former boyfriend of Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, who set her on fire during a brutal attack, has also died from the burns he sustained. Dickson Ndiema ambushed the marathon runner over a land dispute, doused her with petrol, and set her ablaze as she returned home from church. …

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