By; David Tetteh Emaahi Image source; The Guardian At Ink Media Online, we are keeping our eyes locked on international waters this morning because global shifts hit our local digital economies faster than you think The fragile peace that the global economy has been clinging to just cracked down. On Sunday, July 12, 2026, the vital Strait of Hormuz, the maritime artery responsible for carrying one-fifth of the world’s petroleum and liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments was officially declared closed “until further notice” by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The critical escalation follows a massive weekend of military friction. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) launched an expansive round of airstrikes, striking roughly 140 Iranian military targets to dismantle Tehran’s capability to disrupt international shipping. In a rapid, fierce retaliation, Iran launched ballistic missiles and drone swarms targeting regional U.S. infrastructure and hi...
The President of Republic of Ghana John Dramani Mahama President John Dramani Mahama has officially commissioned a new cohort of ambassadors-designate, charging them to move beyond the traditional ceremonies of diplomacy and deliver tangible economic results for the country. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the President emphasized that the success of their missions would be measured by their ability to stimulate the domestic economy. Economic Growth: Missions must focus on job creation, attracting strategic investments, and expanding non-traditional exports. Sector Promotion: Envoys are expected to actively promote Ghanaian tourism and facilitate the transfer of new technologies and innovations. The "Reset" Agenda: The President called for a shift from "passive representation" to "purposeful engagement," aligning with the government's broader focus on integrity, efficiency, and accountability. "Every partnership you bui...