Incumbent President Ouattara declared winner of Ivory Coast election
In a significant political development, Alassane Ouattara, the 83-year-old president of Ivory Coast, has secured his fourth term in office. This announcement comes on the heels of an election characterized…
Mali Closes All Schools as Jihadist Blockade Deepens Fuel Crisis
The Malian government has announced the temporary closure of all schools and universities across the country amid a worsening fuel crisis triggered by attacks from jihadist insurgents. Education Minister Amadou…
UN Urges Safe Passage for Civilians Trapped in War-Torn El-Fasher, Sudan
The United Nations has appealed for urgent humanitarian corridors to help thousands of civilians trapped in el-Fasher, a key city in Sudan’s Darfur region, as Rapid Support Forces (RSF) fighters…
Mother tongue policy limited to KG to Primary 3 – Education Ministry clarifies
The Ministry of Education in Ghana has recently clarified an important aspect of its mother tongue policy, stating that the use of Ghanaian languages as the medium of instruction is…
Education Minister’s Stance on Long Hair in Senior High Schools
The debate on grooming rules in Ghana’s senior high schools (SHSs) has garnered significant attention, especially regarding students’ hair. Recently, Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu reiterated a firm stance against long…
What to Expect from Finance Minister Dr. Ato Forson’s 2026 Budget Presentation
On November 13, Finance Minister Dr. Ato Forson is set to present the much-anticipated 2026 budget statement and economic policy to parliament. This event marks a significant milestone as it…
Tanzania’s President Samia Faces Little Opposition as Election Nears
As Tanzanians prepare to vote on Wednesday, many observers say the country’s presidential election feels more like a coronation than a contest. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the nation’s first female…
Four Killed in Cameroon Protests as Election Tensions Escalate
At least four people have been confirmed dead following violent clashes between protesters and security forces in Douala, Cameroon’s economic hub, as the nation awaits the official results of a…
Education Minister Mandates Mother Tongue Instruction in Ghanaian Schools
The Ghanaian education system is undergoing significant transformation as the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced a pivotal directive that mandates the use of mother tongue instruction in all…
Multiple Fatalities Reported in Ghastly Crash Near Kasoa Tollbooth
A devastating road accident near the Kasoa tollbooth in the Central Region has left several people dead and many others critically injured. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, October 26,…