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Ghana Repatriates 327 Citizens Displaced By Abidjan Demolitions

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Ghana said Friday it was repatriating 327 nationals from Ivory Coast after they were displaced by demolitions in Abidjan, where authorities have been clearing settlements in a push to “restore urban order”.

 

Ghana’s foreign ministry said 228 Ghanaians had arrived on Thursday after being evacuated from the Port-Bouët district of the Ivorian economic capital.

Home to an estimated six million to seven million people, about double its population in the late 1990s, Abidjan has undergone a construction boom, including in neighbourhoods vulnerable to deadly seasonal flooding.

Ivorian officials say the demolition operation targets informal settlements built in disaster-prone areas and aims to prevent loss of life from flooding and landslides.

But it has displaced dozens of families, raising concerns about its humanitarian impact and access to shelter for those who have been uprooted.

“The Government of Ghana is repatriating… 327 Ghanaians who were affected by the ongoing mass demolition exercise,” the ministry said in a statement.

The remaining evacuees were expected to return on Friday, with authorities providing buses and trucks free of charge to transport them and their belongings.

The repatriated Ghanaian nationals “were previously residing in areas affected by the demolition exercise and became stranded having lost their sources of livelihood”, the statement added.

Ghana said its diplomatic mission in Abidjan was coordinating the evacuation and would remain engaged with Ivorian authorities, who have indicated plans to compensate those affected.

West African countries share strong migration ties, with many Ghanaians living and working in Ivory Coast.

 

 

 

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Isak Relishes Glorious World Cup Debut After Tunisia Trashing

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On June 15th , following Sweden’s 5-1 victory over Tunisia, the team’s striker Isak was interviewed.

 

Tunisia had not conceded a single goal in 10 World Cup qualifiers, but their clean-sheet record at this World Cup was broken immediately by Sweden. Isak delivered an exceptional performance in the match, directly contributing to 4 of the team’s 5 goals.

Isak said after the match: “It was incredible. We have a lot of players making their World Cup debuts, so to do it this way is really special.”

He was also satisfied with his performance: “Everyone played well, as did the whole team. We scored early, which made the game easier to manage.”

Speaking about his partnership with Gyökeres, he said: “The plan was to use the speed of our two forwards to counter-attack, make high-intensity runs, and then recover. We worked very well together.”

Swedish commentator Erik Niva said after the match: “No team will want to face Sweden in the matches ahead.”

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Amorim Clinches AC Milan Job 6 Months After Man U Sack

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The Rossoneri are looking to reshape their technical staff after parting ways with Max Allegri following a disappointing fifth-place finish and their first move is to hire Amorim ahead of the new campaign.

 

Amorim was dismissed from Old Trafford hotseat in January after launching a public attack on the club’s hierarchy following a 1-1 draw at Leeds United.

Now, he is set to return to management as he draws closer to taking over Italian giants AC Milan according to Fabrizo Romano.

The transfer specialist reports that
verbal agreement is done on deal valid until June 2028 plus option until June 2029.

“Amorim has accepted all conditions and will sign this week as new Milan manager.” Romano registered.

The good news for the Red Devils is that ESPN reports that club accounts released in February revealed United have “a provision of £15.9m” relating to money owed to Amorim and his coaching staff after he was sacked.

However, if Amorim takes a new job then the club would not have to pay the maximum for the Portuguese tactician which is great news ahead of the summer transfer window as funds are freed up.

United and AC Milan are scheduled to meet in a pre-season friendly on August 15th in Wroclaw, Poland in what could be an interesting reunion.

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UK Announces Under- 16s Social Media Ban From 2027

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The United Kingdom government has announced plans to ban children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, with the legislation expected to take effect by spring 2027

 

Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled the proposed law on Monday, describing it as a landmark move to protect young people online. The policy will restrict access to major platforms including X, Facebook, YouTube, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok, aligning with a similar ban introduced in Australia last year.

Messaging services such as WhatsApp and Signal will not be affected, as the government clarified that the policy targets user-to-user social platforms designed for public interaction and content sharing.

In a statement, the government said the measure would deliver “world-leading action” by reducing children’s exposure to harmful online content and encouraging healthier offline activities. “Children will be given back their childhoods, with less time for scrolling and more time for play,” the statement read.

The framework for the ban will follow Australia’s model, focusing on platforms that enable social interaction and rely on algorithm-driven content distribution.

Media regulator Ofcom has been tasked with developing and enforcing the detailed rules. The regulator noted that while progress has been made in online safety, including age verification systems and protections against grooming, further steps are needed to safeguard children.

Speaking on the policy, Starmer said parents are increasingly concerned about the risks posed by digital platforms. “The online world has made it harder than ever to keep children safe and happy. We are stepping in to protect children, support parents and set a new standard for future generations,” he said.

The government also announced additional measures targeting emerging technologies, including AI-powered “romantic companion” chatbots. These services will be restricted to users aged 18 and above, with tighter controls placed on similar features across AI platforms.

UK Technology Secretary Liz Kendall described the initiative as “a bold and significant step” toward ensuring a safer and healthier online environment for children.

Officials added that the policy goes beyond a simple ban, forming part of a broader strategy to address the ways children experience harm online and strengthen overall digital safety protections.

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