The Eastern Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with a robbery incident at Atekyem on the New Juaben municipality of the Eastern region. They are believed to be among a gang of six robbers who attacked the offices of Dos Amingos Limited, which police report says deals in hardware, and tied up … Read more
The Los Angeles Galaxy, mired in a five-game Major League Soccer losing streak, on Thursday announced the signing of Mexico international Jonathan Dos Santos. Dos Santos’ move from Spain’s Villarreal had been rumored for several days. The official announcement came hours after the Galaxy announced they had sacked coach Curt Onalfo and replaced him with … Read more
Angolan presidential candidate Joao Lourenco, who appears set to win next month’s election, launched his campaign on Tuesday with a speech vowing to tackle corruption and spread wealth. Defence minister Lourenco, 63, is the chosen successor of President Jose Eduardo dos Santos, whose decision to not contest the August 23 vote will bring to an … Read more
Angola’s parliament passed a law on Friday that will drastically limit the powers of the country’s future presidents in matters of security and defence. The law will only apply to successors of the current head of state, President Jose Eduardo dos Santos, who has enjoyed unfettered control of Angola’s sprawling military and security institutions since … Read more
Angola has rejected conditions demanded by an EU election observer mission that had been preparing to witness next month’s polls in the country, state media reported Monday. The European team had called for unfettered access to polling stations across the vast southern African nation during the August 23 vote. “So this is Africa. And we … Read more
Marcus Rashford scored twice as Manchester United kicked off their pre-season tour of the United States with a 5-2 rout of the Los Angeles Galaxy on Saturday. With new signing Romelu Lukaku starting on the bench, England striker Rashford reminded manager Jose Mourinho of his eye for goal with an energetic display against an outclassed … Read more
Rarely do players migrate from Europe and the Americas to play on the African continent and most, especially in Ghana, considering the lack of infrastructure and the equipment to aid in career development. But Abner Martins Dos Santos Pinto has taken the bold step to sign for Ghanaian Premier League side, the Fearsome Elmina Sharks … Read more
Fearsome Elmina Sharks’ Brazilian new signing, Abner Martins Dos Santos, has arrived in Ghana to finalise his contract to feature for the club next season. Dos Santos, who is the first Brazilian to play for the Elmina based club, penned a two-year deal with the Fearsome Sharks. The Brazilian signing, according to the management of … Read more
Angolan President Jose Eduardo dos Santos returned to Spain on Monday for a “private visit”, officials said, five weeks after a monthlong trip to the country when he underwent medical tests. Dos Santos, 74, has been dogged by reports of poor health, with his daughter Isabel having to deny rumours that he had died on … Read more
Ghana Premier League side, Elmina Sharks, has completed the signing of Brazilian Abner Dos Santos after a deal was reached with his agents. Dos Santos’ move to play in the Ghanaian league was facilitated by his agents- Rodrigo S. Dalla Rosa and Sebastian Diericx- after talks with Elmina Sharks owner, Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom, who … Read more
Angolan Vice President Manuel Vicente will face trial in Portugal over allegations he bribed a magistrate to drop two investigations against him, according to a Wednesday ruling cited in Portuguese media. Vicente, who was the president of Angolan national oil company Sonangol at the time of the alleged crimes, is accused of bribery, money laundering … Read more
Angola’s ruling party has bowed to public criticism of a proposed law banning all abortions and instead accepted a revised bill allowing terminations in cases of rape or maternal health risk. The about-turn follows a rare rally in March when roughly 200 demonstrators protested against the proposed bill under heavy police surveillance in the capital … Read more
At least 4,000 Angolans marched through Luanda on Saturday to demand a fair election in August when President Jose Eduardo dos Santos is due to step down after 38 years in power. Protests are rarely allowed in Angola but Saturday’s event, which was organised by the UNITA opposition party, was authorised by the police. Dos … Read more
Angolan President Jose Eduardo dos Santos, who has been dogged by reports of poor health, has returned to Luanda after nearly a month in Spain, party officials said Tuesday. Dos Santos’s medical condition has recently been subject to fierce speculation, with his daughter Isabel forced to deny rumours that he had died while in Spain. … Read more
Did you know that most men decide if a woman is “girlfriend material” within a few seconds of meeting her? That’s right – if you don’t know how to create the right first impression with a man, then you just might get thrown into the “just a friend” category for good. That’s why it’s important … Read more
Two heads of state and a former head of state have been declared dead by fake news outlets and spread on social media platforms last week. Angolan President José Eduardo dos Santos, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari and former Ghana President Jerry John Rawlings were subjects of death hoaxes on Sunday. Dos Santos was falsely reported … Read more
Angola’s cabinet said on Monday that elections will be held on August 23 to choose a successor to President Eduardo dos Santos after 38 years of iron-fisted rule. Dos Santos, 74, has been in power since 1979 and has announced that he will not contest the election. His ruling party’s presidential candidate will be the … Read more
Seven Angolan opposition activists have been sentenced to 45 days in jail over a protest calling for transparency in August elections when veteran President Jose Eduardo dos Santos is due to stand down. The election is set to mark a new chapter for Angola as Dos Santos hands over power after ruling the oil-rich country … Read more
Seven Angolan opposition activists have been sentenced to 45 days in jail over a protest calling for transparency in next year’s election when veteran President Jose Eduardo dos Santos will stand down. The election, due to be held in August, will mark a new chapter for Angola as Dos Santos hands over power after ruling … Read more
The world´s largest mixed martial arts organisation is looking to knuckle its way into Asia amid warnings the move could spark a brawl with regional promotions over a slice of the lucrative market. The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), which has made cage fighters such as Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey into household names, earlier this … Read more