Manchester Attacker Bought Bomb ‘alone’

Manchester suicide attacker Salman Abedi bought most of the components used to make the bomb himself, police have said. Many of the bomber’s movements and actions were “carried out alone” in the four days prior to the attack, Russ Jackson, head of the North West counter terrorism unit, said. But police have yet to rule … Read more

What We Know About the Manchester Attacker’s Bomb

Manchester suicide bomber Salem Abedi used a powerful explosive device that was painstakingly assembled — likely with assistance — for his deadly attack on a pop concert, according to officials and experts. The British-born 22-year-old of Libyan descent detonated the blast on Monday evening, killing 22 people outside a packed Manchester Arena after a show … Read more

BEIGE Group Acquires U-Life

The BEIGE Group (BEIGE), the financial services provider, has announced the change of name of Unique Life Assurance Limited (U-Life) to BEIGE Assure Limited, following the successful acquisition of U-Life. A licensed Life Assurance firm A statement from the BEIGE Group said the management of BEIGE Assure Limited will continue, and bring to full accomplishment, … Read more

Kenya Revenue Authority ‘lost $39m To Hacker’

An IT expert has been charged with hacking into Kenya’s Revenue Authority and stealing $39m (£31m). Alex Mutunga Mutuku, 28, is accused of electronic fraud but he denies any wrongdoing. The prosecution says he is part of a wider network that is stealing money from several high-profile institutions. Mr Mutuku was arrested after police conducted … Read more

We Are Not Exiting Ghana

Telecom operator, Airtel, has dismissed recent reports that it has commenced plans to exit Ghana. Earlier media reports suggested that Airtel had commenced moves to exit fourteen African countries including Ghana, Nigeria and Rwanda due to poor performance. The reports were attributed to Bharti Airtel’s Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal. But a statement issued by Bharti … Read more

Airtel Denies Exit Reports

Bharti Airtel has refuted media reports it may cease its operations in all 15 countries across Africa by end of the year. The telecoms giant says it “remains committed to Africa and will continue to invest in its operations to grow.” Comments by Bharti Airtel Chairman, Sunil Bharti Mittal, that the telecoms operator is working … Read more

We’re Not Leaving Africa

Airtel Africa, a leading telecommunications company with operations in 15 countries across Africa, has refuted speculative media reports erroneously stating its possible exit from Africa. The organization has reaffirmed that it remains committed to Africa and will continue to invest in its operations to grow sustainably in Africa. Airtel Africa’s recent 3rd quarter results were … Read more

Ghana and France Trade Exceeds €1 Billion

Since 2015, the trade relations between France and Ghana have increased substantially, exceeding €1 billion. This is due to the sharp increase in French exports. Also, about 40 French companies are currently investing in the country, with an investment stock of about €1 billion. Mr. Patrick Prado, President, Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Ghana … Read more

Visionary Leader

The Flag Staff House was the Seat of Government when Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah was the President of the Republic of Ghana. Osagyefo, as we all know did wonders by championing the development of this country beyond the comprehension of many. Today, a young, competent, honourable, affable and visionary leader in the person of President, … Read more