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Internet penetration: 10.7 million Ghanaians offline – LONDA Report

Internet penetration: 10.7 million Ghanaians offline – LONDA Report

Ghana News, Science & Technology
A total of 10.75 million Ghanaians do not use the internet as at the beginning of last year, the 2023 LONDA Report on the digital rights and inclusion in Africa, published by the Paradigm Initiative (PIN), a Pan African organisation, has revealed. Thus, at least 31.8 per cent of the national population (33.80 million) were offline at that time. However, the country’s internet penetration rate, which stood at 53 percent in the previous year increased to 68.2 percent in 2023. The LONDA 2023 report features 26 African country reports, authored by digital rights experts from across Africa, and is published annually and monitors the environment, documents violations, and reports on the state of digital rights and inclusion in the continent. As an advocacy tool of engagement with diffe...
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NCA approves Starlink’s satellite broadband application

NCA approves Starlink’s satellite broadband application

Ghana News, Science & Technology
The National Communications Authority (NCA) says it has approved Space X Starlink GH LTD, the operator of Starlink Satellite Broadband, to provide Satellite Broadband Services in Ghana. A terse statement issued by the NCA on Thursday, April 25 to announce the approval, said the approval of the application follows the policy approval of the satellite licensing framework in Ghana by the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation and that “The administrative processes towards the issuance of the license is ongoing and will be completed shortly.” The deal which involves the acquisition of a significant stake in Ghana's telecommunications infrastructure by a foreign entity, underwent scrutiny to ascertain its alignment with existing regulatory frameworks and its potential to...
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Cedi hits GH¢14.00 to a dollar; depreciates 12.08%

Cedi hits GH¢14.00 to a dollar; depreciates 12.08%

International
The Ghana cedi has hit GH¢14 to a dollar as the depreciation pressures continue unabated. This has culminated in its year-to-date loss of about 12.08% to the American greenback. Checks by Joy Business indicate that most forex bureaus are selling the dollar for GH¢14 cedis on average to the American greenback. Most analysts had anticipated the local unit to extend its depreciation against the dollar this week. This is despite Fitch Solutions predicting that the cedi will end the year at GH¢12 cedis 25, arguing it will recoup some of its recent losses in the months ahead.   The London-based firm believes the local unit will strengthen as the government makes progress regarding the restructuring of its commercial debt. Dollar remains stronger globally In recent time...
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Dumsor: Lack of sleep affecting workplace productivity

Dumsor: Lack of sleep affecting workplace productivity

Ghana News, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle & Social
Workplace productivity in Ghana is currently declining due to persistent power outages known as 'dumsor'. Regular household activities and national productivity are among the concrete effects of this ongoing battle with power outages. A lack of dependable electricity clouds everyday life for millions of Ghanaians, whether they live in crowded cities or isolated rural communities. Due to its underlying supply chain problems and infrastructure constraints, this ongoing problem affects both households and businesses, affecting everything from basic amenities to economic stability. Some angry Ghanaians claim that due to the power outages, it gets so hot that they cannot sleep at night. Having not slept the previous night, they arrive at the office and take a nap during business ho...
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Ten dead as Navy helicopters collide mid-air in Malaysia

Ten dead as Navy helicopters collide mid-air in Malaysia

International
Ten people have died after two navy helicopters collided in mid-air during a military rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade. One of the choppers clipped the rotor of the other before the two crashed into the ground, footage published on local media show. The incident took place at 09:30 local time (02:30 BST) in the Malaysian town of Lumut, which is home to a navy base. There are no known survivors. Perak Fire and Rescue DepartmentRescue personnel removing debris from the helicopter "All victims were confirmed dead on site and the remains were sent to the [Lumut] Military Hospital for identification," said the Royal Malaysian Navy. It added that it will form a committee to investigate the cause of the incident. One of the helicopters, a HOM M503-3 with seven peo...
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174 countries to gather in Ottawa for pivotal talks on plastic pollution

174 countries to gather in Ottawa for pivotal talks on plastic pollution

Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle & Social, World News
Representatives from 174 countries are expected to convene in Ottawa in Canada, for the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) on plastic pollution. Scheduled from April 23 to 29, the meeting marks a significant step in the negotiation process, with only one more session expected to follow before finalizing negotiations later this year. Executive Secretary of the INC, Jyoti Mathur-Filipp, emphasized that both humanity and the environment are experiencing significant challenges due to plastic pollution, highlighting the critical importance of the negotiating session. “It is an opportunity to make significant progress for a robust agreement that would allow future generations to live in a world free of plastic pollution,” Jyoti said.  The nego...
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The ‘crazy’ stats behind Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title win

The ‘crazy’ stats behind Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title win

International, Sports
Bayer Leverkusen are champions of Germany for the first time in their 120-year history. Xabi Alonso's side wrapped up the title with five games to spare after a crushing 5-0 win over Werder Bremen in front of their jubilant supporters. Overjoyed fans spilled on to the pitch to celebrate after Leverkusen moved to 79 points - 16 more than nearest rivals Bayern Munich - with just 15 points left to play for. It is a remarkable achievement by former Liverpool and Real Madrid midfielder Alonso, who took charge in October 2022 with the club second bottom of the table. Leverkusen's triumph ended Bayern's stranglehold on the league after 11 title wins in a row. 'Quite unbelievable' Bayern Munich have dominated German football to such an extent that the last team to win the Bundes...
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