Ghana’s ruling NPP party has accused the speaker of parliament of undermining democracy, a day after he indefinitely suspended it following a walkout by MPs. The NPP claims Alban Bagbin is biased towards the opposition NDC amidst a high-stakes standoff over who can claim a razor-slim majority in parliament. It comes just a few months before national elections. FRANCE 24’s Justice Baidoo gives us his analysis in this edition of Eye on Africa.
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In this week’s Across Africa, Georja speaks to Sudanese businessman, Mo Ibrahim about the 2024 Ibrahim Index of African Governance and his immense sadness at the international community’s failure to do more to protect Sudanese civilians caught up in one of the world’s worst wars.
What to do if your spouse has been missing for more than a yearAfter a year during which neither partner communicates with the other, it is possible to legally dissolve a marriage on the grounds of irreconcilable differences.Recognition of a spouse as missing through the court is an important step in the process. If his or her spouse or another interested party cannot account for his or her whereabouts for the year, they may ask the court to legally name him or her as missing. If the court grants their petition, they will officially label him or her missing. For the…
Far from the war in Ukraine and the multiple fronts in the Middle East, a power grab between feuding coup leaders rages on.
What’s all the fuss about Guatemalan jade, you wonder? Here’s a whistle-stop tour of Guatemalan jade: some science, the history, and why it’s so popular. Join more than 559 million people on the planet who speak Spanish!Sign up for your free trial Spanish class today. What’s Jade? Jade is a rare metamorphic rock made deep underneath the layers of the earth from thousands of years of heat, pressure, and time. You won’t find a recipe for it on WikiHow, that’s for sure! Since it’s so hard to bake at home—not to mention, rare, durable and remarkably pretty—you’ll find jade expressing…
The Hahndorf Christkindlmarkt is an annual European-style Christmas market based in the town of Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Christkindlmarkt captures the essence of community, celebration, fun, laughter and family enjoying time together, such as is found in many cities in Europe over the Christmas period, but in a warm Aussie setting. The market is organised and run by C3 Church Adelaide Hills, on their property, for the benefit of the Adelaide Hills Community and beyond. At Hahndorf Christkindlmarkt, you’ll be able to stroll through the markets while admiring the lights and enjoying a range of entertainment. Stock up…
Essential Haircare Strategies for TravelersTo keep your hair looking its best while traveling, focus on suitable products, efficient routines, and protection from the elements. Prioritizing these strategies will minimize the impact of travel stress on your hair.Choosing the Right Haircare ProductsWhen traveling, select travel-size products that maintain the health of your hair without taking up too much space. Look for quality moisturizers and nourishing shampoos. It’s essential to consider your hair type while choosing products. For those with curls, invest in conditioners that retain moisture to keep curls looking lively. You might explore specially made products that define and enhance…
The Kenya Ice Lions are Kenya’s ice hockey team. Aside from South Africa, Kenya is the only sub-Saharan African country with an ice rink. Recently, the team achieved a significant milestone: they are now members of the International Ice Hockey Federation, and they are dreaming of competing on the international stage. FRANCE 24’s Bastien Renouil and Olivia Bizot joined them at one of their practice sessions.
A podcast interview with Holly Peppe discussing Sophie and the Swans on The Growing Readers Podcast, a production of The Children’s Book Review. Join us for an inspiring conversation with author Holly Peppe as she discusses her heartwarming children’s book, Sophie and the Swans. In this episode, Holly shares her journey from teacher to writer and reveals the real-life inspiration behind her story. Discover how this charming tale addresses essential themes of kindness, empathy, and bullying prevention through the adventures of young Sophie and her swan friends. Holly offers valuable insights into crafting meaningful children’s literature and shares her unique…
The ASBK Australian Superbike Championship is the ultimate weekend for motorbike enthusiasts and eventgoers with adventure rides, track cruises, kids amusement rides, live music and more! The Australian Superbike Grand Finale has gone to the next level with the event to feature Australia’s biggest all-bike Drag Racing event – The Drag Bike Nationals presented by Harley Davidson and an AUS ENDURO-X event showcasing the two wheeled discipline of EnduroCross! Access to all of these spectacles is all on the one ticket with KIDS UNDER 15 FREE! The following categories will compete in the 2024 edition of ASBK: Australian Superbike…