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Mali Breaks Diplomatic Ties with Ukraine After Rebel Attack

  Mali’s transitional government has officially severed diplomatic relations with Ukraine following a deadly rebel attack that resulted in the deaths of numerous Malian soldiers and Russian mercenaries. This decision, announced on Sunday evening, marks a significant diplomatic shift for Mali, which will now consider any support for Ukraine as …

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Chief Justice Launches 12 Small Claims and Debt Recovery Courts

Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo has inaugurated 12 special courts focused on small claims and debt recovery. Eight of these courts are in the Greater Accra Region, with the remaining four in the Ashanti Region. This initiative follows a significant increase in small claims cases at district courts, largely driven by …

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Bank of Ghana Sanctions 47 Individuals, 245 Business Entities for Issuing Dud Cheques

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has sanctioned 47 individuals and 245 business entities for repeatedly issuing dud cheques. The affected customers issued dud cheques at least three times between January 2022 and January 2024, despite prior warnings. In a statement dated August 6, 2024, the BoG announced that these offenders …

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Four Killed, Several Injured Over Land Dispute in Northern Region

Four individuals lost their lives, and several others were injured on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, in Zogbei, Mion district, due to an escalation of a long-standing land dispute between the Dagombas and Konkombas. The violence resulted in gunfire, casualties, and fatalities. Reports indicate that the conflict led to the deaths …

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Kamala Harris Picks Tim Walz as Running Mate

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming November elections, according to CNN. Governor Walz, a former educator, is serving his second term as Minnesota’s governor and chairs the Democratic Governors Association. He previously served 12 years in Congress, representing a …

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Four Arrested for Tampering with Meters, Causing ECG GH₵77,000 Loss

The police have detained four individuals, including three Ghanaians and a Chinese national, for tampering with and installing manipulated meters from the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), resulting in a significant financial loss for the company. The incident involves Wisdom Sewlorm, an agent who obtained ECG meters for installation. His …

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Two Arrested in Ho Zongo for Alleged Murder

A murder investigation is underway in Ho after a young man, identified as Maruan, was allegedly beaten to death by his neighbors at Sabong Zongo on Sunday night, August 4. The incident reportedly occurred between 11 pm and midnight. Maruan, believed to be in his early twenties, was accused of …

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Kamala Harris Set to Announce Running Mate Amidst Intense Speculation

Vice-President Kamala Harris is expected to announce her running mate by Tuesday afternoon, putting an end to two weeks of intense speculation gripping the US as it moves towards the November presidential election. This announcement will precede a five-day tour of seven cities, starting with a rally in Philadelphia on …

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Significant Price Reduction in Tomatoes Brings Mixed Reactions at Agbogbloshie Market

Tomato prices at the Agbogbloshie market have witnessed a significant reduction, offering much-needed relief to consumers after months of high costs. Previously, tomato prices had soared, putting a strain on household budgets and forcing many to make financial adjustments. Recent weeks, however, have seen a marked decrease in tomato prices, …

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Bobrisky Released from Prison After Six months

Nigerian cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, has been released from the Kirikiri Correctional Centre after serving a six-month sentence for the abuse of naira notes. The release, which occurred on August 5, 2024, marks the end of a high-profile legal battle that began with his conviction on April …

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