The forward’s performances for his national team are often under the microscope, but he remains determined to win a title with the Albiceleste Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi insists he pays no attention to any criticism his performances for Argentina receive. Man Utd offer Griezmann nothing Messi has enjoyed a glittering domestic career at Camp Nou, … Read more
Ghanaian Boxing sensation, Isaac Dogboe (16-0-10Kos) will be hoping for another glorious night when he mounts the ring on April 1 at the Bukom Boxing Arena against fellow Ghanaian Edward Kambasi (5-7-2KOs). Nick Named “The Royal Storm”, Dogboe will be fighting on the card bill together by HeMann Promotions which has been dubbed as ‘Azumah … Read more
Ghana’s Isaac Dogboe’s hope of challenging Jessie Magdaleno for Magdaleno’s WBO super bantamweight belt has hit a snag as the American has picked WBO Latino champion Adeilson Dos Santos for April 22nd clash in California, Sportscrusader.com can confirm. The camp of Dogboe were in high hopes of getting a world title shot after the Ghanaian … Read more
As part of International Women’s Day celebration, we take a look at Africa’s richest women according to the 2017 Forbes magazine rich list. Africa’s two women billionaires are ‘united’ by the oil trade. Angola’s Isabel Dos Santos and Nigeria’s Folorunsho Alakija are under the spotlight. They are the only two women to have made it … Read more
There is something unmistakably common in Africa: the continent’s aging and long-serving presidents. Its five longest presidencies stretch between 29 and 36 years, adding to a cumulative 169 years. Their longevity in office is matched by their old age, ranging from 71 to 91 years, and a combined 390 years. Gabon’s Omar Bongo had been … Read more
Angola’s likely next president Joao Lourenco on Monday declared war on graft in the notoriously corrupt country, as he starts to shape his public image ahead of elections due in August. Defence Minister Lourenco was recently named to succeed President Jose Eduardo dos Santos, who has ruled Angola for 37 years, as head of the … Read more
Portuguese prosecutors on Thursday charged Angolan Vice President Manuel Vicente with corruption over allegations he bribed a magistrate with roughly 760,000 euros ($800,000) in 2012 to drop two investigations against him. Vicente, who was the president of Angolan national oil company Sonangol at the time of the alleged crimes, is charged with bribery, money laundering … Read more
As part of efforts to advance sustainable development through the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in science, Diplomatic Corps in collaboration with UNESCO hosted a roundtable discussion to mark the 2017 International Day of Women and Girls in Science in Ghana. The United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/70/212 … Read more
Portuguese state prosecutors are bringing corruption charges against Angola’s vice-president Manuel Vicente. The attorney-general’s office says that Mr Vicente paid $810,000 (£650,000) in bribes to shut down corruption investigations that he was facing. The alleged bribes were made to Portugal’s former public prosecutor Orlando Figueira, who also faces charges as part of “Operation Fizz”. Mr … Read more
Angola’s long-time President Jose Eduardo dos Santos has confirmed he will step down before August’s poll and has announced his likely successor. He told a meeting of the governing MPLA party that Joao Lourenco, the defence minister, would be the party’s presidential candidate. But the 74-year-old is to remain leader of the influential ruling party. … Read more
Angola’s long-time President Jose Eduardo dos Santos has confirmed he will step down before August’s poll and has announced his likely successor. He told a meeting of the governing MPLA party that Joao Lourenco, the defence minister, would be the party’s presidential candidate. But the 74-year-old is to remain leader of the influential ruling party. … Read more
On 31st August, 1991 the Black Starlet of Ghana defeated Spain by a goal to nil to win the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Italy. Ghana’s first-ever FIFA U-17 World Championship title was richly deserved. Able to call on just the right blend of individual talent and team spirit, the Ghanaians were never afraid to … Read more
Parliament must vote on whether the government can start the Brexit process, the Supreme Court has ruled. The judgement means Theresa May cannot begin talks with the EU until MPs and peers give their backing – although this is expected to happen in time for the government’s 31 March deadline. But the court ruled the … Read more
Parliament must vote on whether the government can start the Brexit process, the Supreme Court has ruled. The judgement means Theresa May cannot begin talks with the EU until MPs and peers give their backing – although this is expected to happen in time for the government’s 31 March deadline. But the court ruled the … Read more
Allowing ministers to trigger Brexit was Parliament’s “clear expectation” when it agreed to an EU referendum, the Supreme Court has been told. Attorney General Jeremy Wright said the government would be making “lawful” use of “fundamental” powers by triggering Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty. He was speaking at a legal hearing into whether Parliament’s … Read more
Through thick and thin, the small Brazilian town of Chapeco has stood by its football team. And on Saturday, even in the most extraordinary of circumstances, the supporters were there for their heroes again. They had waved them off a week ago for what was going to be the biggest game in the history of … Read more
Only one per cent of the student population below the age of 25 in Ghana are enrolled in Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET), according to the 2016 Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report. Released by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), the report states that the country’s Gross Intake Rate (GIR) in … Read more
Scots and Welsh can have a say in Brexit court case The 12 justices that heard the first Brexit case The Scottish and Welsh governments are to be allowed to have a say in the Supreme Court battle over how Brexit should be triggered. The government is appealing against a High Court ruling that MPs … Read more
The billionaire daughter of Angola’s President Jose Eduardo dos Santos has strongly defended his decision to appoint her as the head of the state oil firm, Reuters news agency reports. Isabel dos Santos said she had been chosen to lead Sonagol because of expertise and competence, and dismissed criticism as “political games” being played ahead … Read more
Ghanaian duo Harrison Afful and Lloyd Sam have been nominated for the Goal of the year award in the Major League Soccer. Afful scored a stunner in Columbus Crew’s win over Chicago Fire two weeks ago. The 28-year-old struck from 20 yards to beat Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson in a game they drew 2-2. The … Read more