BusinessNigerian Businessman Arrested in Switzerland Over Alleged International Drug and Money Laundering Network

What began as a multinational drug investigation is now exposing a much larger story about Africa’s underground billionaire economy, where luxury culture, crypto finance and cross border financial systems allegedly intersect beneath the surface of visible wealth.

May 9, 2026

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PoliticsMalema Defends Migrant Mothers at Clinics as Healthcare Debate Intensifies

Julius Malema has sparked a national debate in South Africa after defending the right of pregnant non-South African women to access public healthcare. Speaking at a Workers’ Day rally, the EFF leader rejected calls to restrict services for undocumented migrants, framing the issue as a moral and pan-African responsibility. His remarks come as public hospitals face mounting pressure, exposing deep tensions between immigration policy, resource constraints, and access to essential services.

May 1, 2026

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BusinessAs Ghana Pushes Financial Institutions Toward Local Data Hosting, Digital Realty Emerges as a Critical Infrastructure Player at 3i Africa

As Ghana’s financial sector accelerates digital transformation, regulators are placing increasing focus on local data hosting, resilience, and sovereign infrastructure. At 3i Africa Summit, Digital Realty is positioning the infrastructure behind financial systems — from banking and fintech to digital assets and cloud environments — as a critical part of Ghana’s digital future.

May 7, 2026

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Ghana’s Retail Battlefield: Shoprite vs. Melcom vs. Palace vs. China Mall — Who Really Wins?

Step into Accra’s malls and supermarkets and you’ll see more than shopping. You’ll see a fierce contest for the hearts and wallets of Ghanaians.

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PoliticsGhana Rejects US Health Proposal, Citing Concerns Over Control of National Data Systems

Accra has rejected a proposed United States health cooperation deal, not over funding levels but over control of sensitive health data. The decision signals a shift from aid acceptance to system-level negotiation, with implications for how Africa engages global health partnerships.

April 28, 2026

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LifestyleI Thought I Was Moving Up — How a New Job Offer Ended My Career in Under a Year

I left a stable job for what looked like a better opportunity. Within months, it was over. This is not just a personal story. More professionals are stepping into roles that are designed to solve short term problems, not build long term careers. The difference is rarely visible until it is too late. Read the full story on Africa Reporters Network.

April 30, 2026

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CultureWhen Kumasi Stood Still: The Asante Kingdom’s Lesson in Unity and Power

The Asante story reminds us: resources become power only when used for unity. Every region has a gift to bring to Ghana’s table — and when we bring them together, we rise as one nation.

September 19, 2025

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