South Africa is considering leaving the International Criminal Court (ICC). A deputy minister says this is in an advanced stage of consideration. This comes as the government faces condemnation for disregarding a court order to arrest Sudanese president Omar al-Bashir when he visited the country earlier in the year. Obed Bapela, Deputy Minister at the Presidency for performance Monitoring and […]
Food Sovereignty Ghana organized a Press conference today to announce their intention to appeal against the ruling by the Human Rights court, Accra dismissing their application for Interlocutory Injunction on the commercial release of Bt Cowpea and GM rice. Below is the statement: FSG Press Conference Statement, Tuesday, 11 November, 2015, at the International
An annual reunion to reconnect the alumni of St. Peters Senior High School and their alma mater has been launched last week in Accra. This event presents an opportunity for the Old Boys to show appreciation for the impact the school has made in their lives, as well as assist their alma mater to continue
Legendary reggae icon David Hinds of Steel Pulse was honored at a banquet organized by the Diaspora African Rastafari Congress in Queens New York. At the event, he granted an exclusive interview to Ghnewsnow. Watch the full interview:
The international Rastafari community has held a banquet and awards ceremony to recognize some outstanding members.The ceremony organized by the Diaspora African Rastafari Congress (DARC) was held at the Golden Terrace Banquet Hall in Queens, New York on Sunday November 8 , 2015 and attended by Rastafari faithful from across the United States.Addressing the gathering,
Its that time again, when politicians brace and prepare themselves for the big elections. As Ghana goes to the polls next year, all indications are that it is going to be a keenly contested general election. This starts from the party primaries where allies and people from practically the same ideological standpoint have to pitch
New York City FC midfielder and Black Stars debutant Kwadwo Poku spoke to ghnewsnow after the international friendly with Canada in Washington DC. Enjoy the full video.
By Kofi Kyeremateng Ababio Among the museums of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, The National Museum of African Art is a meaningful part of Africa’s identity. There is no doubt that, the African Museum engages and educates every visitor, particularly people of African origin. As a resident of metropolitan Washington, DC, a day
The flag bearer of Ghana’s opposition New Patriotic Party, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo has met with the Ghanaian media in North America in Washington DC. The event, organized by the New Patriotic Party’s USA Branch (NPP-USA) was a one hour affair in which journalists coming from radio, internet and TV establishments were invited. The
The Black Stars of Ghana drew 1-1 with the Canucks aka the Reds of Canada. The match which was played at the RFK Stadium in Washington DC provided both sides the opportunity to test team readiness in their respective FIFA qualifiers. Ghana Coach Avram Gran tried at least 4 debutants; two of who play int
