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Ghanaian Finance Ministry Warns Against Fallout From Anti-LGBTQ Law

Ghana's finance ministry has advised President Nana Akufo-Addo against endorsing a highly contested anti-LGBTQ bill, warning that it could end up with the financially-strapped country losing billions of dollars in World Bank funds.

International Business Times

Todd Gray’s sculptural photography collages defy dimension, linearity and narrative

In Todd Gray’s New York exhibition, he revisits his 40-year archive, fragmented into elaborated frames that open doors for new readings

Wallpaper

Ghana activists denounce new bill that makes identifying as LGBTQ+ a crime

Ghana has joined Uganda and Kenya in passing harsh legislation that not only penalises LGBTQ+ people, but also those who defend them, with up to 10 years' imprisonment. Activists have vowed to challenge the bill, which still needs the president's signature to become law.

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UN calls on Ghana not to sign anti-LGBT bill into law

Reactions continue a day after Ghana's parliament passed a harsh anti-gay bill. Concerns are growing about the possible impact on the LGBT community. But first: a leading Chadian opposition leader is among dozens of people killed in Wednesday's gunfights in N'djamena. Yaya Dillo was set to be the main rival…

France 24

‘Tropical Modernism: Architecture and Independence’ at the V&A is a bold exploration

London’s V&A presents ‘Tropical Modernism: Architecture and Independence’, a deep dive into 1940s architectural influences within West Africa and India

Wallpaper

Ghana LGBTQ+ Bill Draws International Condemnation

Ghana's controversial bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ individuals and allies faces global backlash and legal challenges.

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Ghana's parliament passes anti-LGBTQ+ bill that could imprison people for years

The bill criminalizes members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as its supporters, including promotion and funding of related activities and public displays of affection.

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Ghana Passes Controversial Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

Ghana's parliament passes anti-LGBTQ+ bill with severe penalties, sparking international criticism and debate on LGBTQ+ rights.

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Ghana intensifies crackdown on rights of LGBTQ people and activists

New legislation threatens prison sentences of up to five years for ‘wilful promotion, sponsorship or support of LGBTQ+ activities’

The Guardian - UK

Tropical Modernism at the V&A review: how architecture became a symbol of independence

A thoroughly absorbing reflection of this architectural style’s prominence in the postcolonial 20th century and how its legacies are very much alive

Evening Standard

Post-colonial party pads! The architects who got Ghana back in the groove

When the African country gained independence, its architecture exploded as the race to create a new identity began. We go behind the scenes at a show celebrating the builders of this fledgling nation

The Guardian - UK

A new home for the African diaspora in Ghana stirs tensions

Ghana tried to create a haven for anyone from across the African diaspora. But for some Ghanaians, the project has become a source of bitterness.

WEKU

Zambia Women's Team To Honor Fallen Player In Olympic Qualifier

Zambia women's national football team mourns the loss of striker Norin Betani before their Olympic qualifier against Ghana.

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Cocoa Prices Surge to Record Highs as Cocoa Output Sinks in Ghana

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH24 ) on Wednesday closed +199 (+3.32%), and Mar ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH24 ) closed +237 (+4.88%). Cocoa prices on Wednesday continued their parabolic rally to new record highs. The latest leg higher in cocoa prices was fueled Wednesday after the Ghana Cocoa Board cut...

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Cocoa Prices Soar to Record Highs as Ivory Coast Cocoa Production Plummets

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH24 ) on Tuesday closed +293 (+5.13%), and Mar ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH24 ) closed +139 (+2.95%). Cocoa prices on Tuesday surged to record highs. Lower cocoa production in the Ivory Coast, the world's largest producer, is a major bullish factor for cocoa prices. Monday's...

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New Jidi Electric Motorcycle Charges Up Mobility In Africa

Ghanaian battery-swapping specialist Kofa has teamed up with Chinese light EV maker TAILG on the new Jidi electric motorcycle in the hopes of making e-mobility mode accessible in Africa.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk's X Leaves Up Slavery Post, Pays Ghanian Ex-Employees After Legal Dispute

Twitter saw departures of content moderation specialists and brands pausing advertising following Elon Musk's acquisition.

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Cocoa Prices Correct Lower on Concern Record High Prices Will Curb Demand

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH24 ) on Friday closed -255 (-4.28%), and Mar ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH24 ) closed -189 (-3.92%). Cocoa prices on Friday closed sharply lower. Cocoa prices are correcting lower after a sharp five-week rally pushed prices to record highs and into overbought territory. Concerns that...

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Can Africa’s new free trade treaty boost business on the continent?

African countries that have long traded with others outside the continent are now shipping goods to each other.

The Guardian - UK

Samuel Takes a Break review – a stomach-churning tourist trip around an old slave castle

Yard theatre, LondonA Ghanaian tour guide struggles to maintain his composure in the face of historical ignorance and requests for selfies, in Rhianna Ilube’s poignant critique of colonialism and tourism

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Brothers who played professional football

A look at the most high-profile brothers who made it at the top level of professional football...

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s created with a big red love!’: the ultra-inspirational music of Ghanaian star Black Sherif

The vocalist’s candour, vulnerability and uplifting guidance is helping to turn him into one of the biggest stars in African music. Fresh off stage in Ghana, he explains his pure-hearted approach

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England considering fast-tracking Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo amid Ghana interest

Gareth Southgate is considering fast-tracking Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo into the England squad amid interest from Ghana.

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NFL's international expansion accelerated by the Taylor Effect post-Super Bowl

Discover how the NFL's international expansion is reaching new markets, including Australia and Ghana, with the help of events like the Super Bowl and glob...

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Nigeria seeks historic victory in Africa Cup of Nations final

Nigeria's Super Eagles have the chance to make history by winning the Africa Cup of Nations Final against Côte d'Ivoire, with the team seeking their fourth...

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