Thursday, January 15

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GIS Schedules Repatriation of Ex-Convicts Involved in Illegal QNET Operations
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GIS Schedules Repatriation of Ex-Convicts Involved in Illegal QNET Operations

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has commenced the repatriation process for eight foreign nationals who were convicted for their involvement in illegal QNET-related activities in the country. The individuals were arrested in August 2025 and subsequently convicted on 9th September 2025 after due process. They completed six-month custodial sentences at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison and have since been transferred to the Immigration Service Holding Centre in Accra, where they are being held lawfully pending deportation. Those affected are Alabe Sanga, Mohammed Jazaw, and Soulemane Biibal, all Burkinabé nationals; Mafo Clareisse and Modesto Forgane from Cameroon; Sylvie Amatala, Doubo Prince, and Ben Kaze, who are Togolese nationals. According to the GIS, the repatriation proce...
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IGP Promotes 17 Police Officers for Exemplary Service
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IGP Promotes 17 Police Officers for Exemplary Service

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, on 14th January 2026, promoted seventeen Police Officers, including two(2) Senior Officers, to their next ranks in recognition of their exemplary conduct, professionalism, and dedication to duty. The promotions were granted in appreciation of the officers’ distinguished performance in the discharge of their responsibilities, particularly their commitment to operational excellence, discipline, and service to the nation. The gesture forms part of the Service’s broader effort to motivate personnel who demonstrate outstanding commitment and integrity in the line of duty. IGP Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), congratulated the promoted officers and urged them to see the elevation as a ca...
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Alta Semper Secures USD 57.5 Million from EIB Group and IFC for Growth Fund II to Expand Healthcare Access AcrossAfrica
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Alta Semper Secures USD 57.5 Million from EIB Group and IFC for Growth Fund II to Expand Healthcare Access AcrossAfrica

Alta Semper Capital LLP (“Alta Semper”), a London-based private equity firm focused on healthcare and consumer investments in high-growth markets, today announced that it has secured USD 57.5 million in commitments to Alta Semper Growth Fund II. These commitments come from a consortium of investors including the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group and the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This landmark partnership was signified earlier today with a momentous signing ceremony held at a Government Ministry in Cairo. The EIB Group, comprising the European Investment Bank and the European Investment Fund, has committed USD 37.5 million, while the IFC has committed USD 20.0 million. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the Fund’s fundraising journey and reinfor...
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Zayed Sustainability Prize Honours Global Pioneers Advancing Progress 
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Zayed Sustainability Prize Honours Global Pioneers Advancing Progress 

• US$5.9M awarded to 11 organisations and high schools from the UAE, Brazil, Canada, Nepal, Switzerland, Uganda and across six sustainability categories • From AI-enabled diagnostics to Cooling-as-a-Service, this year’s winners deliver locally adapted innovations that empower millions  • In 18 years, the Prize has scaled solutions reaching more than 411 million people globally The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering award for innovative solutions to global challenges, today announced thecohort of 2026 winners, celebrating 18 years of empowering communities and driving inclusive, sustainable progress around the world. In a ceremony held during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) and attended by Heads ...
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Jadwa Investment Launches SAR 750m GCC-Focused Private Credit Fund
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Jadwa Investment Launches SAR 750m GCC-Focused Private Credit Fund

Jadwa Investment, a leading investment management and advisory firm in the Middle East, has announced the launch of its flagship private credit fund, Jadwa GCC Diversified Private Credit Fund, with a target size of up to SAR 750m (USD 200m). The fund has successfully completed its first close at over SAR 300m (USD 80m) and has already deployed capital into its first two investments, in partnerships with regional fintech platforms Lendo and JeelPay. Two further investments are expected to close in the first half of 2026. Following the launch of multiple deal-specific private credit funds, Jadwa GCC Diversified Private Credit Fund marks Jadwa’s first blind-pool regional private credit vehicle, offering institutional and private w...
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Michael Carrick Appointed Manchester United Caretaker Manager Until Season’s End
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Michael Carrick Appointed Manchester United Caretaker Manager Until Season’s End

Manchester United have reached a full agreement with club legend Michael Carrick to take over as caretaker manager until the end of the season, pending an official announcement from the club. According to sources close to the negotiations, a verbal agreement was reached as early as yesterday, with all remaining details now fully resolved. The deal also includes arrangements for Carrick’s backroom staff, ensuring continuity and stability within the coaching setup. Carrick, a former United midfielder and Premier League winner with the club, is no stranger to the role, having previously served on the coaching staff following his retirement from playing. His appointment is seen as a short-term solution aimed at steadying the team and maintaining competitiveness while the club considers i...
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Ghana Police Arrest Three Suspects in Taxi Robbery Syndicate
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Ghana Police Arrest Three Suspects in Taxi Robbery Syndicate

The Ghana Police Service has apprehended three suspects linked to a syndicate that allegedly uses taxi cabs to steal mobile phones and other valuables from unsuspecting passengers. Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects operate mainly in the early hours of the day, posing as ordinary taxi drivers seeking passengers. Two of the suspects reportedly occupy the front seats, while the third sits at the back. Police say that once a victim mostly women boards the taxi, the suspects deliberately lock the doors to prevent the passenger from alighting. As the victim struggles, the back-seat suspect pretends to assist, creating an opportunity to steal the victim’s mobile phone or wallet. The three suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with ongoing investigations....
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Asante Kotoko Snap Up 21-Year-Old Striker Dogo Yakubu on Long-Term Deal
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Asante Kotoko Snap Up 21-Year-Old Striker Dogo Yakubu on Long-Term Deal

Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko have strengthened their attacking options with the acquisition of 21-year-old forward Dogo Yakubu from MidCity Football Academy. The deal, announced by the club sees Yakubu joining the Porcupine Warriors on a three-and-a-half-year contract following a successful medical examination. Yakubu, known for his pace and goal-scoring ability, is expected to bolster Kotoko’s frontline as the team competes for domestic glory and continental success. Club officials have expressed optimism about the young forward’s potential, describing him as a “dynamic player with the talent and attitude to make a significant impact at the highest level.” Fans of Asante Kotoko have welcomed the signing, seeing it as a strategic move to strengthen the squad’s attacki...
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Royal Decree Establishes the International Financial Centre of Oman
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Royal Decree Establishes the International Financial Centre of Oman

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, may God protect and preserve him, has issued a Royal Decree establishing the International Financial Centre of Oman (IFC Oman) and enacting its own dedicated law. The establishment of the International Financial Centre of Oman aligns with the Sultanate of Oman’s strategic directions aimed at diversifying the national economy, strengthening Oman’s position as a global hub for financial services, attracting capital, and supporting innovation. The creation of the Centre also reflects Oman’s commitment to building a trusted and effective ecosystem for delivering advanced financial services that meet the needs of investors and global institutions. Under the Law of the International Financial Centre of Oman, issued by Royal Decree No. (8/2026), the Cen...
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Uptime Institute Announces Five Data Center Predictions Report for 2026
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Uptime Institute Announces Five Data Center Predictions Report for 2026

As corporate AI moves beyond pilots and experimentation, infrastructure designers and operators face a series of big challenges spanning power, resiliency, sustainability and automation Uptime Institute today announced the release of its Five Data Center Predictions for 2026 looking beyond the more obvious trends of 2026 and examining some of the latest developments and challenges shaping the digital infrastructure industry. The 2026 predictions focus on the continued growth of the industry and related challenges, while also recognizing AI as a powerful, transformative accelerant to growth. While AI is the key driver for a wave of investment that will underpin digital infrastructure for decades to come, the speed and ultimate size of the build-outs are unclear at this time. “Cri...
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