By Professor Maurice OKOLI The African Union, a continental organization, is heading for a new traditional face within the framework of its guiding principles. That new forthcoming era would open a new chapter and, to a large degree, determine the future of Africa, especially taking cognizance of the current global...
By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH Within the current geopolitical changes, Africa is experiencing sharp disintegration characterized by differences in political systems, economic structures and cultural norms in member countries. Unfortunately, military takeovers have become a distinctive feature (or accepted form) of regime change, particularly in West Africa. For instance, the Africa...
By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH After three days (March 15 to 17) of voting, Vladimir Putin is leading the Russian presidential election with 87.34% after 98% of ballots were counted, according to data of the Russian Central Elections Commission. Undoubtedly it gives Putin, who has been in power since the last days...
…global players exploring opportunities within AfCFTA By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH The scramble for the multidimensional control of the African continent by global players is a geopolitical reality. In order to be part of this geopolitical arena, foreign players have been devising different mechanisms for revitalizing partnership and strengthening cooperation with Africa,...
Ghana was the first country to gain independence in Sub-Saharan Africa on 6th March 1957. Ghana's path to freedom was fuelled by growing nationalistic sentiment, spearheaded by figures like Kwame Nkrumah, decades of resistance, and calls for self-government, coupled with gradual increases in autonomy through constitutional development. These ultimately...
In the competitive business world, understanding your enterprise's financial foundations is beneficial and essential for survival and growth. Among the most crucial financial metrics entrepreneurs must grasp are Profit, Margin, Profit Margin, Net Profit, and Net Margin. Each of these terms, while interconnected, offers unique insights into the financial...
By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH Until sustainable food security is established through modernizing agriculture and ensuring adequate support for local farmers, Russia's grain supply would be a soft geostrategic bait (i) to reinforce the existing time-tested relationships with Africa and (ii) to solicit an endorsement for the unprovoked war in Ukraine. In...
By Alexander Ayertey Odonkor According to the World Travel Market's Global Travel Report from 2024 to 2033, the proportion of Chinese households with purchasing power to embark on international travel is set to "roughly double." Attributed to rising incomes and more middle-class consumers, China's growth is expected to add more than 60 million...
By Julie LeBLANC The United States is deeply committed to its role as a steadfast economic and commercial partner to African nations. This commitment was recently highlighted by Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s visit to West Africa, including stops in Nigeria – both in Abuja and Lagos – as well...
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has participated in the 44th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union (AU), which was held under the theme ‘‘Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased access to...

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