Stories from Ghana
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CSIR Takes Climate Education To Ghanaian Schools
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - Forest Research Institute (CSIR-FORIG) is bringing climate education to schools in Ghana. The initiative urges students to protect the environment.
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Ghana Names Partey To World Cup Squad Amid Rape Allegations
The midfielder is expected to appear in court soon.
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Ghana Passes New Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws
Ghana has passed a sweeping law that criminalizes LGBTQ+ activity. Community groups report some individuals fear losing homes, jobs, and access to healthcare if the new law is ratified by the president.
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Ghanaian Parliament Passes Anti-LGBT+ Bill
Ghana's parliament has passed an anti-LGBT* law, pushing it through before an international anti-LGBT* conference. The President still has the power to prevent the bill from becoming law.
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Ghanaian Schools Urged To Protect Environment
CSIR - FORIG is taking climate education to schools across Ghana. The initiative aims to urge students to protect the nation's environment. The institute is urging students to actively participate in protecting Ghana's environment.
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Ghana Enacts Strict Anti-LGBT Legislation
Ghana's parliament has passed an anti-LGBTQ+ bill that awaits ratification by the president. The legislation imposes penalties of up to three years imprisonment for violations.
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AI Research Dominates Global Discourse
Research indicates artificial intelligence is significantly influencing job market trends and journalism. Artificial intelligence research is dominating global discourse.
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Ghana Parliament Approves Anti-Homosexuality Bill
Ghana's cabinet is reviewing a revised disability bill that has been in advocacy for 20 years. Ghana's parliament has approved a bill that criminalizes homosexual acts.
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Ghana to Not Renew Gold Fields Mining Lease
Ghana has announced it will not automatically renew the mining lease for South African company Gold Fields' Tarkwa Mine. The mine produces approximately $1 billion worth of gold annually. This decision impacts a gold extraction operation in the country. The government cited reasons related to resource management and national benefit. The decision impacts future operations and investment in the country's mining sector. The government's rationale for not renewing the lease is expected to be clarified.
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Ghana Approves $250 Million AI Center Investment
Ghana's government has approved a $250 million investment plan to establish a national artificial intelligence center.