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Stars aim to finish off South Africa
After leaving their qualification to the 2022 Qatar World Cup hanging on the ropes, the Black Stars of Ghana will face the Bafana Bafana of South Africa tomorrow in a ‘redemption’ encounter at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium.
Ghana was hoping to beat Ethiopia and leapfrog the group leaders South Africa to cement their quest to get through to the next stage of the qualifiers but was stunned with a 1-1 draw by Ethiopia on Thursday, leaving their qualification hanging.
Skipper Andre Ayew had given the Stars the lead on the 22nd-minute mark of the crucial encounter and were hoping to cruise to victory till Getaneh Kebede equalised in the 72nd minute to deny the visitors the win.
South Africa, who played Zimbabwe in the late kick-off, remained on top of the group with Ghana occupying the second position with 10 points.
Ghana would need to beat South Africa decently in order to get to the next stage of the competition.
Tomorrow’s potentially absorbing cracker should see the Stars downing their familiar opponents in a bid to put themselves into the final phase of the qualifiers.
The Stars have been to three of the last four World Cup tournaments and are dreaming again to dazzle the world with its stunningly beautiful piece of football.
But they must grind the results at all cost as the South Africans had already indicated their interest at the next Mundial.
The likes of Andre Ayew, Mohammed Kudus, and Kamaldeen Sulemanu who failed to carry the team on their shoulders, must show up against South Africa.
Another miss at the Mundial would be a huge blow to Ghanaian fans as the Black Stars were gradually receiving a little bit of support after their disappointments in recent years.
BY MICHAEL D. ABAYATEYE
The Heartfelt Philanthropy Network and fellows of Elevate Africa Fellowship have visited the Street Academy in Accra to support its efforts to improve the welfare and development of children.
The visit formed part of efforts by the organisations to give back to the community and promote opportunities for children through education, healthcare and other social support programmes.
Ms Yvonne Abba-Opoku, Founder and Director of the Heartfelt Philanthropy Network, said the organisation had supported the Street Academy since 2019 because of its commitment to serving vulnerable children. Read More.
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Alberta Afia Asomaniwa Akoto, popularly known as “Landlady,” has declared her intention to contest as the Parliamentary Candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Okaikwei North Constituency.
In a statement shared on Friday, Ms. Akoto said Okaikwei North has been her home for more than 40 years, where she has lived among the people, shared in their joys and challenges, and built lasting connections with the community.
“I am in the race because I believe our community deserves dedicated service, a listening ear and a strong voice. I am ready to work with you, listen to your concerns and help build a brighter future for Okaikwei North,” she said.
“Dear Okaikwei North, your girl is here one of your own, ready to serve,” she added.
Ms. Akoto said service is not just a responsibility but a commitment to the people and the community they call home.
Having dedicated herself to serving and supporting the people of the constituency, she said she wishes to continue the journey of service with renewed commitment, greater dedication and a stronger vision.
Her vision, she noted, is to build on the progress made, listen to the concerns of the people, empower the youth, support women, create opportunities and champion development that benefits every community in the constituency.
“I believe that together, we can build a stronger, more prosperous and inclusive Okaikwei North,” she added.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
