Author: Ohene Anochie

The countries to benefit from the vaccine allocation include Central African Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and Uganda. The Democratic Republic of Congo – reporting four out of every five confirmed cases in Africa this year – will take 85% of the nearly 900,000 doses allocated. The Access and Allocation Mechanism (AAM) is an initiative of the World Health Organization to increase access to mpox vaccines, treatments and diagnostic tests. The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda have already carried out limited vaccinations. The outbreak of mpox in…

Faced with a sweeping rejection by American voters, Kamala Harris conceded the presidential election to Donald Trump on Wednesday and encouraged supporters to continue fighting for their vision of the country. The Democratic vice president said the battle would continue “in the voting booth, in the courts and in the public square.” “Sometimes the fight takes a while,” she said at Howard University, her alma mater, where she had hoped to make a victory speech after the election. “That doesn’t mean we won’t win.” Harris’ decisive defeat shattered hopes that she could rescue Democrats’ chances after President Joe Biden’s…

Former President Donald Trump won Pennsylvania on Wednesday, defeating Democrat Kamala Harris in the critical battleground state. Both candidates campaigned vigorously in the state, visiting it more often than any other. Trump won Pennsylvania’s 19 electoral votes four years after Democrat Joe Biden carried the state, flipping it from Trump’s column in 2016 on his way to capturing the “blue wall.” No Democrat has won the White House without also winning Pennsylvania since 1948. The Associated Press declared Trump the winner at 2:24 a.m. EST. Amnewsagency | Anochie’s Report | with Associate Press.

Former President Donald Trump took to the stage in Florida last night to rally his supporters in a speech that highlighted his vision for America and underscored his commitment to reclaim the White House. Addressing a large crowd at the packed venue, Trump spoke on a range of issues, including the economy, immigration, and crime, while criticizing the current administration’s policies as “weak and ineffective.” Supporters, many wearing “Make America Great Again” hats and waving flags, cheered as Trump reiterated his promise to “put America first” and restore what he called “law and order” across the nation. “Under this…

Former President Donald Trump is making significant strides in his quest to reclaim the White House, with recent polls showing a steady increase in support among key voter groups. With the Republican primaries drawing closer and general election momentum building, Trump’s political resurgence has reinvigorated his supporters and intensified debates across the nation. Polls indicate that Trump is either leading or running neck-and-neck with potential Democratic contenders in swing states such as Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Georgia states that were pivotal in the 2020 election. The former president’s message, focused on economic recovery, national security, and a return to “America…

In a major victory for the Republican Party, the GOP has secured a majority in the U.S. Senate, marking a shift in control that is set to reshape the country’s political landscape. The Republican gains come after a hard-fought midterm election season, where issues such as the economy, immigration, and national security featured prominently in voters’ decisions. The Republican majority now positions the party to play a pivotal role in legislative agendas, as they will hold significant influence over policy priorities, judicial nominations, and federal appointments. Senate Majority Leader, anticipated to be a senior GOP member, has vowed to prioritize…

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump closed out this year’s presidential race with a fierce battle for Pennsylvania on Monday, making their final pitch to voters across a state that could prove decisive in the campaign for the White House. Harris ended her night in Philadelphia at the art museum steps made famous in the movie “Rocky,” where she said “the momentum is on our side.” She also rallied with supporters in Allentown, Scranton and Pittsburgh, and she swung through Reading to visit a Puerto Rican restaurant and do a little canvassing herself, knocking on doors alongside campaign volunteers. “It’s the day before…

Mud splattered the cheek of Spain’s monarch as survivors of catastrophic floods unleashed their fury in a barrage of muck and mire. Felipe VI took it, literally, on the chin, and his determination to stay and speak to the enraged crowd could redefine his reign. It instantly became an iconic moment. But what it will mean remains to be seen. Spain’s royals, prime minister and the Valencian regional president were greeted by a crowd hurling mud and other debris on Sunday when they tried to visit Paiporta, where over 60 people perished in last week’s floods. The deluge has killed over 200 people in Spain…

The Golden Stool, or Sika Dwa Kofi, remains one of the most revered symbols of the Asante people and a profound emblem of unity, power, and identity in Ashanti Kingdom. Rooted deeply in the traditions and history of the Ashanti Kingdom, the Golden Stool is not just a royal artifact but a sacred cultural symbol that binds the Asante people and represents the soul of the nation. According to Asante oral history, the Golden Stool descended from the sky in the late 17th century, delivered by Okomfo Anokye, a powerful priest and advisor to the Ashanti King Osei Tutu.…

M23 rebels continue to gain ground in eastern DRC. The group who is reportedly backed by Rwanda seized Sunday (Nov. 03) the strategic town of Kamandi Gîte, according to media reports. Kamandi Gîte is located on the banks of Lake Edward and offer a connexon to the city of Beni. Local media cited sources on the ground to report that forced displacement were observed in the wake of the town’s fall to the hands of the rebels. M23 rebels faced self-defense fighters known as Wezalendo or patriots who are allied with the DRC’s armed forces. The fresh fighting…