Mass arrests for sextortion, romance scams in sting operation in Africa

The operation targeted criminal networks using social media to scam people/Screengrab Some 260 suspected cyber scammers have been arrested in a sting operation carried out across 14 African countries. The operation, co-ordinated by Interpol and...

Mass arrests for sextortion and romance scams in sting operation across Africa

Some 260 suspected cyber scammers have been arrested in a sting operation carried out across 14 African countries. The operation, co-ordinated by Interpol and funded by the UK, targeted criminal networks using social media and digital platforms to...

260 suspected scammers arrested in pan-African cybercrime operation

LYON, France – Authorities in 14 African countries have arrested 260 suspects and seized 1,235 electronic devices in a coordinated international operation against cyber-enabled crime. The crackdown targeted transnational criminal networks...

Adjournment Without Debate in Parliament, Sparks Criticisms Against Ruling MPs 

By: Fatou Krubally Members of the opposition in the National Assembly have strongly criticized the ruling NPP cohorts for adjourning yesterday’s session without debate, calling it a direct attempt to silence critical discussion on pressing...

Report tracks US role in global squeeze on academic freedom

GLOBAL Ongoing pressure on institutional autonomy and academic freedom in authoritarian states has been combined with “historic levels” of pressure on academia in liberal democratic states, principally the United States, according to the director...

For all ages, by all ages: A play-by-play of We Out Here Festival 2025

2:PM - 3:40PM — Channel One @ The Bowl Channel One’s annual session at We Out Here has become a festival rite of passage, rousing festivalgoers after a hard night’s partying like lions from their slumber. The tradition is marked by hundreds of...

The great silence surrounding marital rape in Senegal

Women demonstrate to demand the criminalisation of rape. Screenshot from the WF1tv – Women First YouTube channel By Bowel Diop Gender-based violence, including marital rape, occurs worldwide, and often, the perpetrators are the victim's husband....

Attendees anticipate discovery and connection at Earshot Jazz Festival

For local music fans, the changing leaves signal more than impending autumn. Fall means one of the region’s most anticipated annual music events, Earshot Jazz Festival, is on the horizon. Earshot Jazz Festival, taking place this year from Oct. 10...

Nigeria to host over 1,000 young African leaders at Abuja creative conference

The Federal Government has said that arrangements have been concluded by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development for the hosting of no fewer than 1,000 young leaders and delegates from across Africa and the diaspora in Abuja, Nigeria. According...

The business of deportation

By Prof. Samuel LARTEY [email protected] In global migration dynamics, deportations are often framed as legal or diplomatic issues, but they also carry a significant business and financial dimension. When Ghana receives deportees from countries...

Performance emphasised deep concerns

Black days . . . What was that? What in the name of all the old and the new gods was THAT? Here is what I think it was. I think it was the worst 40 minutes by the All Blacks in my lifetime. Never can I recall seeing an abject, deeply concerning...

SECURITY SECTOR REFORM ON TRIAL

The case of Omar Badgie should not be taken lightly. This should not be because it was followed by public disorder. It is in the public eye because of the claims made by the government that security sector reform has taken place and community...

Senegambia’s democratic crossroads: From revolutionary hope to restless disillusion

- Advertisement - By Mohammed Jallow In recent months, Senegal and The Gambia have found themselves gripped by political tremors that expose not merely popular discontent but a deeper misalignment between promise and practice in West Africa’s...

Clooney Foundation for Justice names 2025 Albies honorees

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. 'At The Albies, the sacrifices and courageous commitments to justice and human rights take center stage,' say CFJ co-founders Amal and George...

Suspend unconstitutional Ghana-US deportee agreement with immediate effect —

The Minority in Parliament has demanded the immediate suspension of the Ghana–United States agreement on third-party deportees, describing it as unconstitutional. Under the deal, Ghana has already received 14 West African nationals from Nigeria...

ECOWAS engages Journalists to tackle disinformation, safeguard democracy

The training brought together reporters, editors, and broadcasters from diverse media houses, creating a platform to collectively address the rising challenges of misinformation and disinformation in West Africa. Participants were introduced to...

U.K. Police Just Seized £5.5 Billion in Bitcoin — The World’s Largest Crypto Bust

A Chinese national has been convicted for her role in a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme after law enforcement authorities in the U.K. confiscated £5.5 billion (about $7.39 billion) during a raid of her home in London. The cryptocurrency seizure,...

Canadian men jump to record No. 26 in FIFA rankings

The Canadian men's soccer team continues its record climb, jumping two places to No. 26 in the latest FIFA world rankings. Spain takes over top spot for the first time since June 2014 with France also moving up one rung to No. 2 as Argentina slips...

Gov’t Hands OIC Assets to New Management Board

By: Fatou Krubally The Gambia government, on Friday, officially inaugurated the Banjul International Convention Centre Limited (BICC), a new state-owned company that will manage two key facilities created under the country’s hosting of the 15th...

Solidarity, collaboration and justice – the future of food systems: Make Change Happen podcast episode 36

[Music] Host [00:01] You’re listening to Make Change Happen, the podcast from IIED that offers insights on issues affecting the path towards a fairer, more sustainable world. Annabelle Bladon [00:16] Hello and welcome to the Make Change Happen...