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Foreign aid stalls as Africa's debt spirals
Africa is battling decades-high levels of debt after the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but the international community is struggling to agree on extending its financial support for the region. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said in a report Friday that public debt and inflation in sub-Saharan Africa were "at levels not seen in decades".
Kenya's Ruto vows to slash price of food staple
Kenya's President William Ruto announced on Friday that he would slash the price of a key food staple as anger over skyrocketing inflation fuels protests in the East African nation. The violent protests have also focused on the economic crisis facing Kenyans, with many slamming Ruto for removing subsidies for fuel and maize flour as inflation bites.
Mars CEO sees 'moral' duty in tackling climate change
The new chief executive of Mars, maker of M&M's sweets, chewing gum and pet food, says companies have a "moral" duty to reduce their environmental footprint as the world battles climate change. The family-owned multinational, whose brands include the Mars and Snickers chocolate bars, Pedigree pet food and Wrigley's chewing gum, aims to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
Large US banks report higher profits despite recent industry turmoil
JPMorgan Chase reported a jump in first-quarter profits Friday alongside fellow banking giants Citigroup and Wells Fargo, in reassuring news to investors after recent banking sector turmoil sparked contagion fears. JPMorgan Chase reported a drop in deposits compared with the year-ago period, but an uptick from the prior quarter.
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NDC's John Dumelo and NPP's Lydia Alhassan display exotic dance moves in video; Ghanaians praise them
NDC's John Dumelo and NPP's Honourable Lydia Alhassan turned heads at an event when they took over the dance floor with their smooth Ewe agbadza dance moves.
Amputee Ghanaian lady dances with energy among peers, whines waist seriously in viral TikTok video
A Ghanaian lady without legs has raised eyebrows after her dance moves went viral. Netizens who reacted to the video praised for her nice display and moves.
VGMA 2023: Camidoh's manager George Mensah Britton reveals why the Afropop artiste's only threat is Black Sherif
George Mensah Britton, manager of award-winning singer Camidoh has revealed that artiste's greatest competition is Black Sherif who has also performed very well
US retail sales post steeper fall than expected: govt
Retail sales in the United States slipped more than anticipated in March, according to government data released Friday, extending a downward trend that signals cooling in the economy. The data also follows a trend of slowing price increases, with inflation cooling to 5.0 percent last month -- the smallest annual jump since May 2021.
Kennedy Osei shares touching message to wife on her birthday; shares memorable photos: "God bless you boo"
Despite Media's General Manager, Kennedy Osei, marked the birthday of his gorgeous wife, Tracy Osei with a touching message together with memorable photos.
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