Meet two-time Grammy-winning Nigerian drummer Sikiru Adepoju
Sikiru Adepoju, the renowned Nigerian percussionist, holds a distinction in the country’s music history with two Grammy awards.
Ghana’s first Cireo Nano 3 electric vehicle disclosed by Anointed Engineering Services
Anointed Engineering Services Limited has introduced the Cireo Nano 3 Electric Vehicle, marking a significant milestone in Ghana’s automobile industry as the first of its kind on the market.
Belgium intends to employ AI in its law enforcement and telecom strategies
Belgium’s new government, led by Prime Minister Bart De Wever, has announced plans to utilize AI tools in law enforcement, including facial recognition technology for detecting criminals.
China-US tariff war drives Gold prices to reach record high.
Gold prices hit a record high on Wednesday, bolstered by fears of a new trade war between the United States and China after Beijing slapped tariffs on U.S. imports in a response to new U.S. duties on Chinese goods.
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USAID workers placed on leave globally as Trump moves to shut down the agency.
A State Department notice to USAID employees ‒ two-thirds of whom work overseas across 60 countries ‒ said all USAID “direct hire personnel” across the world will be placed on administrative leave effective Friday, Feb. 7 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The only exception is for designated personnel responsible for “mission-critical functions, core leadership and specially designated programs.”
NIA Broadcasts Charges for Ghana Card Services at Premium Centers
According to the announcement made on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, first-time registration and record updates will each incur a charge of GHC 310.00. Card replacement will cost GHC 420.00, while individuals updating their records and replacing their cards simultaneously will pay GHC 355.00. Nationality updates is pegged at GHC 365.00.
Customers advised to transfer their Investment from WSL as GSE expels the firm.
According to the Exchange official communication on February 4, 2025, “Clients of WSL should contact the Exchange for assistance with transferring their securities accounts and holdings to any Licensed Dealing Member of their choice
CIA has offered buyout to entire workforce
The size of the CIA’s workforce, as at other intelligence agencies, has always been closely guarded and remains classified.
Trump has announced that he wants the US to take over Gaza Strip.
The US president has previously said that neighboring nations could take in displaced Palestinians from Gaza – a proposal that was rejected by Arab nations. Asked about the idea, Trump said that he envisions “a long-term ownership position.”
Cedi Appreciates Marginally, Forex Bureaus Selling at GH¢15.90 per Dollar
Checks by GhanaWeb Business on February 4, 2025, at 8:00 AM indicate that the cedi is trading at GH¢15.90 to the dollar, while the pound is trading at GH¢19.70 at some major forex bureaus across the country.Additionally, the euro is trading at GH¢16.50 on the retail market.