The Electricity Company of Ghana will interrupt power to parts of Accra East today, Friday October 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., for planned maintenance. Affected areas include Teshie, Nungua, Sakumono and neighboring communities. ECG says the eight-hour exercise will upgrade distribution lines and improve reliability and service delivery. Residents and businesses are advised to disconnect sensitive appliances and treat all installations as live during the period. ECG apologizes for inconvenience and assures supply will resume immediately after work completion. Customers can contact ECG helpline for further updates and safety information.  

. Amanda.gv (@amanda.gv) proves that minimalism can still command attention. The Instagram star steps out in a pristine white ruched midi dress, featuring delicate spaghetti straps and a soft scoop neckline that frames the silhouette. The bodycon fit sculpts and elongates, celebrating natural curves without excess detail. Paired with waist-length sleek black hair and understated gold jewelry, the look stays clean and luminous. Perfect for evening events or chic indoor gatherings, it’s a masterclass in modern, confident simplicity and timeless feminine glamour. A must-save inspiration for minimalist wardrobe lovers everywhere.  

South Africa, Zimbabwe In Talks Over $500m Dam Project South Africa and Zimbabwe are discussing a $500 million dam to boost water security for a cross-border industrial hub. The proposed Thuli Moswa Dam in Thuli, Zimbabwe would hold about 430 million cubic meters and supply up to 90 million cubic meters to the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone in Limpopo. Documents show both governments view it as critical for industrialisation and regional water ties. Negotiations are ongoing as water demand rises in the drought-prone border region.  

  Tunisia and Botswana played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in Rades on Monday as Matchday 2 of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027 qualifiers continued. The result keeps Botswana top of Group H on goals scored from Tunisia. It was Botswana's second successive 2-2 draw after Libya last week. DR Congo beat Zimbabwe 2-1 elsewhere, with Yoane Wissa starring. Tunisia, the only African side at the 2026 World Cup not to reach the knockout stage, are under pressure.  

  Ghana's Parliament reconvenes today, Tuesday, September 29, at noon in Accra for an emergency sitting. Speaker Alban Bagbin recalled MPs under Article 112(3) following major narcotics seizures linked to consignments from Ghana. The extraordinary sitting comes as public debate intensifies over foreign affairs and internal security, including the South Africa evacuation and galamsey concerns. The House is expected to address urgent national issues and demands for transparency on recent government operations.  

  This emerald ribbed co-ord exemplifies smart fashion education in action. The long-sleeve crop top balances skin exposure by covering arms while highlighting the waistline, creating proportion. High-waisted shorts elongate legs and provide core support through compressive ribbed knit. Monochromatic dressing in deep green creates a lengthening vertical line, more impactful than mixed colors. The stretch fabric demonstrates functional comfort meeting style, ideal for casual outings and athleisure. Styled minimally, it proves fit, fabric knowledge, and color confidence matter more than expensive labels for modern wardrobes. Learn this formula to build confident, sustainable, effortlessly chic everyday looks starting today with intention.

  Effortless minimalism meets confident curves. The black strapless bodice creates a clean, sculpted line that lets the high-waisted denim take center stage.  The saturated blue skinny jeans elongate the silhouette, while the tonal royal-blue beanie adds a street-chic pop that ties the palette together.  A structured black mini top-handle bag keeps it polished, not fussy. Perfect for a mall stroll or casual city lunch, this look proves that three staples — bandeau, skinny jean, statement beanie — can feel fresh, flattering, and completely now and utterly wearable for everyday confidence.

  This fitted black tee dress proves minimalism remains fashion's loudest statement. Hugging every curve without excess embellishment, it channels confidence through cut and fabric alone.  The short-sleeve silhouette balances casual ease with evening allure, versatile enough for brunch, gallery openings, or late-night cocktails. Paired with a cropped pixie and soft glam, the look celebrates bold femininity and modern simplicity.  It reminds us true style doesn't shout; it whispers, commands attention effortlessly, and lets the woman, not just clothing, truly shine bright always. A timeless wardrobe essential every confident woman deserves now. Effortlessly chic, endlessly wearable, undeniably powerful in every setting.

Yemen's Houthis said Friday Sept 18 that Saudi Arabia launched 26 strikes in 24 hours, pushing weekly total to 300 strikes on Houthi positions. The war began in 2014 with Houthi capture of Sanaa and froze since 2022, but erupted in July. Saudi Arabia has led a coalition since 2015 backing the government. This month Houthis launched lightning offensive seizing entire Red Sea coast, giving control over Bab al-Mandab strait. UN said fighting displaced over 112,000 people, with 3,000 fleeing to Djibouti.  

A Yemeni living in Saudi Arabia was killed Thursday in Taif governorate when Saudi civil defence intercepted a drone launched by Iran-backed Houthis. It is the first announced death in Saudi Arabia this month since Houthis intensified attacks. A Saudi woman and Pakistani resident were also injured. Houthis did not claim Thursday attack but said 40 Saudi airstrikes hit Taiz, Marib and Hajjah in past 24 hours. Escalation threatens Red Sea shipping after Houthis seized western coast.