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There's no cure for sickle cell disease, but spotting it early can improve treatment

Most of the global cases of sickle cell disease are diagnosed in African countries. The Economist Intelligence Unit – the research and analysis division of the Economist media group – estimated that in 2020 the total annual cost of treatment and impact on the economy of sickle cell disease across…

The Conversation

Why Ghana has returned to the IMF

Hundreds took to the streets of Ghana's capital Accra last week to protest over its deteriorating economy. Days later, the government of one of West Africa's most prosperous nations announced it would begin formal talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for support.

Reuters

Tariq Lamptey switches international allegiance from England ahead of 2022 World Cup

Brighton and Hove Albion defender Tariq Lamptey could be about to make his senior international debut and could play at this year's 2022 World Cup in Qatar after changing allegancies

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Lean times for Ghana’s yam traders as cost of living crisis bites

People are buying less, costs are up, and profits are dwindling for traders at Kaneshi market in Accra

The Guardian - UK

‘Everything felt new’: the cross-cultural joy of Ghana’s ‘burger highlife’ music

Political turbulence in 1980s Ghana drove musicians to Europe, where they created a glorious new style. Now working as London church ministers and more, the original stars look back

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan: how an economic crisis has sent prices rocketing

Pakistan’s current economic struggles exemplify the little fires everywhere set alight across the global economy by a war during a pandemic. Like others in countries dependent on imported commodities — for example Ghana and Sri Lanka — Pakistanis are seeing food and fuel prices soar. Foreign exchange reserves – used…

The Conversation

West African leaders lift economic and financial sanctions on Mali

Leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Sunday lifted economic and financial sanctions imposed on Mali, after its military rulers proposed a 24-month transition to democracy and published a new electoral law.

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Gastronomy gong given to Fulani chef supporting women in West Africa

Fatmata Binta has tried many different jobs, but this one definitely fits her like a glove. The chef, born in Sierra Leone, now based in Ghana has placed Fulani cuisine at the heart of her pop-up restaurant and a foundation for women in rural areas of West Africa. For her…

Radio France Internationale

COVID hurt West and Central Africa's small-scale fishers. They need more support

From Senegal through Ghana to Cameroon, small-scale fishing is both a livelihood and a way of life for people in coastal parts of West and Central Africa, with more than two million small-scale fishers. It has been this way for centuries – but that is changing.

The Conversation

Women with children in UK face deportation to Nigeria and Ghana

Human rights campaigners raise range of safety concerns over planned removal of people on Home Office charter flight this week

The Guardian - UK

I once heard Africa calling my soul, I now hear America calling me back home

I am torn as I embrace my return to paved roads, an abundance of modern infrastructure and the trappings of the Western world, to friends and family. Torn by the simplicity of life in Ghana, despite its hardship for so many amid glaring abject poverty, which exists side by side…

Chicago Sun-Times

West African borders have got firmer with EU help: what it means for local interests

European and African states have been working together closely on migration since the early 2000s. The cooperation aims to “harden” West African borders – tighten them to deter mobility. The EU’s interests in this cooperation are clear. It wants to prevent migration to Europe by stopping it where it starts.

The Conversation

India name full-strength men's hockey squad for CWG, Manpreet Singh returns as captain

India, the two-time former silver medallists, will begin their campaign on July 31 against Ghana

The Hindu

‘You complain, you get fired’: migrant crews on UK fishing boats speak out

Trapped by the terms of their ‘transit visas’, seafarers from outside the EEA are facing exploitation, danger and violence

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AIPS Awards show sports journalism has moved on from mere results and action. It's about changing lives

From the tragedy of an ultramarathon that turned into a disaster to the hope of young footballers in Ghana, these stories show sports journalism is about explaining the complexities of life, writes Tracey Holmes.

Daily Record

Mathew Cudjoe hopes Dundee United can help fulfil ambitious World Cup dream as he sets sights on Qatar

The teenager has only featured a couple of times for the Tangerines but has lofty ambitions

The Conversation

Ghana's Fourth Republic has been the best the country's had. But it could be better

Ghana has had four constitutional republics since independence. However, only the Fourth Republic – 1992 to the present – has remained relatively stable. This is partly due to the fact that its institutional arrangements are different to earlier more turbulent efforts.

Reuters

Ghana chef serves free stew as more struggle to afford food

Storm clouds circled a large zinc shed outside Ghana's capital Accra where market porters sat on overturned metal bowls, disheartened by the lack of business as the encroaching rain deterred shoppers from nearby stalls.

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Full Groups, Schedule With World Cup Field Finally Complete

The World Cup will begin Nov. 21 and end Dec. 18 in Qatar, and after the last two intercontinental playoffs, the field of 32 is set.

Bristol Post

Bristol City fear Antoine Semenyo could miss pre-season as Robins face anxious injury wait

The striker's international duty was cut short with injury after making his Ghana debut earlier this month in a victory over Madagascar

Daily Record

Daizen Maeda abandons Celtic goal celebration as he reveals humble reason for muted Japan reaction

Maeda bagged his first goal for his country in a 4-1 win over Ghana on Friday.

Foreign Policy

The Secret to Getting What You Need in Ghana

Special “protocol” treatment has become a way of life for the privileged few.

The Guardian - UK

‘If you look at the bigger picture of change, aid has been close to irrelevant’

Stefan Dercon, former UK government adviser, discusses his new book – and his belief that wealthy elites, rather than foreign cash, rescue countries from poverty

The Guardian - UK

Fast-fashion giant Shein pledges $15m for textile waste workers in Ghana

Gesture announced at Copenhagen sustainability summit earns praise – and some cries of ‘greenwashing’

The Conversation

Fruit bats: the winged 'conservationists' reforesting parts of Africa

Straw-coloured fruit bats exist throughout most of the African continent. This large fruit bat is one of, if not the most numerous fruit-eating animal (called frugivores) in Africa. They live in colonies of thousands to millions of individuals.

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