Wild Africa Fund Calls for Protection of Lions

Sunday Okobi On World Lion Day 2023, Wild Africa Fund has urged the Nigerian and West African public to protect lions by reducing illegal bush meat (game) consumption. The fund also made case for  a better protection of their shrinking habitat of the lions, and champion anti-poaching measures in order to avoid their extinction, as well

Charcoal from grass: Ghana’s next business opportunity?

Entrepreneurs in Ghana are reportedly exploring ways to establish more grass charcoal businesses, building on the success of pilot projects in two communities in the Savannah and Upper West regions. The Millar Institute for Transdisciplinary and Development Studies (MITDS), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), has developed a new production method to

ILO Stakeholders Move For More Female Space In Mining Sector

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) Regional Office for Africa (ROAF) and the Sectoral Policies Department (SECTOR) recently organised a regional tripartite meeting to identify the key challenges to and opportunities for the advancement of gender equality and decent work in large and small-scale mining in Africa. The meeting themed: “Women in Mining: Women for a

Ghana: Is President Akufo-Addo padding Supreme Court to influence 2024 polls?

Ghana’s opposition party National Democratic Congress (NDC) has raised concerns about the number of judges appointed to the Supreme Court by President Nana Akufo-Addo, fearing it is part of a grand scheme in the lead up to the general election. There’s more to this story Get unlimited access to our exclusive journalism and features today.

Avanti Awarded for Outstanding Contribution to Connect the Unconnected

Avanti Communications has received the ‘Outstanding Contribution to Connect the Unconnected’ award at Africa’s Premier Telecom Summit, Connected Africa, for its outstanding commitment to bridging the digital divide in Africa.  Connected Africa’s ‘Outstanding Contribution to Connect the Unconnected’ award recognises organisations dedicated to providing underserved communities with vital connectivity solutions. It honours the innovation and