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HEADLINES 

 * Northern region: NEDCo loses GH¢3.7m to illegal connection 

* ⁠NDC pledges to scrap academic fees for first year university students 

* ⁠Bawumia promises GSA $10m annually to prospect for minerals 

* ⁠Muntaka attributed 70% of Ghana’s problems to Parliament – Manasseh 

* ⁠Gold for oil policy still on track – BoG

 * ⁠OmniSports’ tactics frustrated us- Hasaacas Ladies Coach states after draw 

* ⁠Samini stars in debut movie ‘The Storm’

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 * I’ll complete ‘Agenda 111 Hospitals’ to help you get jobs – Mahama tells trainee nurses 

* ⁠High Court clears Tobinco of fake drugs allegations 

* ⁠We can’t stop galamsey; the youth have no other jobs – Chief tells Bawumia 

* ⁠Sue for medical negligence to help sanitise health system – Lawyer advises

 * ⁠Ghana to rely on T-bills, multilateral and bilateral lenders for financing until 2027 

* ⁠CAF WCL 2024Q: Hasaacas Ladies draw with Omnisports Etincelle in opener

 * ⁠MOG urges musicians to prioritise networking to boost prospects

 A Tapestry of Beliefs and Practices African spirituality is not a single, monolithic belief system but rather a rich and diverse tapestry of traditions, practices, and beliefs that have evolved over centuries across the continent. It's deeply intertwined with the natural world, ancestral reverence, and a profound sense of interconnectedness. Key Features: • Ancestral Reverence: Many African spiritual traditions place great importance on the ancestors, believing they continue to influence the living and act as intermediaries between the physical and spiritual realms. • Nature-Based Beliefs: African spiritualities often view nature as sacred and interconnected with the spiritual world. Deities, spirits, and forces are often associated with natural elements like water, mountains, and trees. • Community and Collective Identity: African spiritualities emphasize community, collective identity, and the importance of social harmony. Rituals and ceremonies often involve communal participation. • Divination and Rituals: Practices like divination, healing rituals, and spirit possession are common across many traditions, used to seek guidance, address problems, and connect with the spiritual world. • Polytheistic and Animistic Beliefs: Many African spiritualities are polytheistic, acknowledging multiple deities with specific roles and powers. Animism, the belief that spirits inhabit natural objects and phenomena, is also prevalent. Examples of African Spiritual Traditions: • Yoruba (Nigeria, Benin, Togo): This tradition features a complex pantheon of deities, including Orishas representing various aspects of nature and human life. Rituals and divination play a significant role in everyday life. • Vodu (Benin, Togo, and parts of West Africa): Vodu is a syncretic religion that incorporates elements of indigenous beliefs with Christian and other influences. It emphasizes ancestor worship, spirit possession, and healing rituals. • Ubuntu (Southern Africa): While not a religion itself, Ubuntu encapsulates a philosophy of interconnectedness, compassion, and communal responsibility. • San (Southern Africa): This tradition involves a deep connection with the natural world and reverence for ancestral spirits. The San people practice hunting and gathering and rely on shamans for healing and guidance. • Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity: This tradition, deeply ingrained in Ethiopian culture, is distinct from other forms of Christianity, incorporating elements of indigenous beliefs and practices. Challenges and Modernity: • Colonialism and Suppression: African spiritualities faced significant suppression under colonial rule, with attempts to impose Christianity and other Western religions. • Syncretism and Adaptation: Many African spiritualities have adapted and blended with other religious influences, resulting in syncretic practices and beliefs. • Modernization and Urbanization: The changing social landscape, urbanization, and modernization have impacted traditional practices and beliefs, creating a tension between tradition and modernity. Conclusion: African spirituality is a rich and diverse tapestry of beliefs and practices that continue to shape the lives of millions of people across the continent and the African diaspora. It offers valuable insights into human relationships with nature, the ancestral realm, and the interconnectedness of life. Understanding and appreciating the richness of African spiritual traditions is crucial for understanding the cultural heritage and diversity of the continent.

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HEADLINES

 * Akosombo dam spillage: Mepe residents demand compensation, housing for flood victims

 * ⁠Let’s support mothers and children by encouraging breastfeeding – FDA to Ghanaians

 * ⁠Haruna Iddrisu: December elections a chance to reject NPP’s economic mismanagement 

* ⁠Ghana’s digitalisation agenda is a game-changer – Canadian former Minister 

* ⁠Continued investment key to sustaining hospitality gains – Alisa Hotel GM

 * ⁠CAF WCL 2024Q: ‘We want to dominate and dictate play’ – Hasaacas’ coach Kwesi Mensah

 * ⁠I’m one of the luckiest actors Ghana has produced – Fred Amugi

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 * Airbus scandal: OSP identifies Mahama as ‘Government official 1’, but cleared of any wrongdoing 

* ⁠Airbus scandal: OSP’s findings have vindicated Mahama – Sammy Gyamfi

 * ⁠Nzemas vow to resist NAPO’s campaign in Evalue-Ajomoro-Gwira

 * ⁠Akufo-Addo appoints Deputy Chief of Staff as Ambassador-at-Large, two others

 * ⁠ActionAid Ghana commends Parliament for passing Affirmative Action Bill

 * ⁠Streamline taxes, improve enabling environment for private sector – ISSER to government

 * ⁠Issa Hayatou dies at 77 

1. * ⁠Team Eternity Ghana announces death of member

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 * V/R: Residents of Denu threaten to ditch electricity use over high tariffs

 * ⁠Police destroy large quantity of narcotics by court order

 * ⁠Kenya police tear-gas protesters as cabinet sworn in 

* ⁠Mac Manu urges African nations to redouble efforts in cultivating and strengthening democratic institutions 

* ⁠Axis Pension commits to transparency, accountability 

* ⁠Ex-Hearts of Oak forward Obeng Junior nears Heart of Lions move 

* ⁠The film industry will get better when the NDC wins power – Kafui Danku

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HEADLINES 

 * Airbus scandal: OSP withdraws INTERPOL red notice against Mahama’s brother

 * ⁠Attorney General appeals acquittal of Ato Forson in Ambulance case 

* ⁠Majority urges Speaker to use Dome for September Parliamentary sitting 

* ⁠‘I knew the people I was dealing with, so I expected it’ – Charlotte Osei on her removal

 * ⁠Bawumia proposes anchoring Cedi to Gold for long-term stability

 * ⁠Botswana declares Friday holiday to celebrate Tebogo’s Olympic gold medal success

 * ⁠Darkovibes to light up Paris with mega performance on August 9

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 * Pwalugu Dam: We’ll prosecute persons responsible for $12m financial loss – Mahama

 * ⁠No guinea fowl flew to Burkina Faso – Mahama on infamous ‘akonfem’ saga

 * ⁠IEA schedules presidential debates for October and November 

* ⁠We must broaden road toll system to address inequality – Bawumia

 * ⁠Locked-up investment holders hit streets again over unpaid funds

 * Paris 2024: “Almost time to eat, Let’s get it”- Joseph Paul Amoah ahead of 4X100 Metre Relay semifinals 

* ⁠⁠Ohemaa Mercy to stage 2024 ‘Tehilla Experience’ concert on September 8

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HEADLINES 

 * Election 2024: Bawumia can’t be trusted to fight corruption – NDC

 * ⁠CETAG strike: We don’t intend to close down schools – GTEC

 * ⁠Health unions petition Health Ministry against Korle Bu CEO’s tenure extension

 * ⁠GRA grants amnesty to users of uncustomed vehicles 

* ⁠SSNIT has made positive strides in recent years – Osafo-Maafo 

* ⁠Paris 2024: Ghana disqualified after race; misses 4×100 Men’s Relay Final

 * ⁠Hiplife legend Mzbel loses mother

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HEADLINES 

 * NDC claims Bawumia’s brother received GHS218m from five sole-sourced contracts 

⁠Bagbin summons Parliament to sit on September 3 ⁠Mahama: Allow Special Prosecutor operate without political interference

 * ⁠Collapse State Interest and Governance Authority – Franklin Cudjoe tells government 

* ⁠Inflation likely to exceed 20% by year-end – Databank Research 

* Paris 2024: Ghana’s performance is the result of what we have invested- Ghana Athletics Vice 

* Big Joe Frazier highlights Okraku-Mantey’s impact on his music career