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Gov’t to empower MSMEs; targets GHS6bn financing by 2027”

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  Group work  Source: Citi newsroom  1. Does the image accurately represent the headline’s message? Yes. The image shows **Minister of Trade, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare**, speaking at a formal event—presumably the forum or announcement mentioned in the headline. This visual directly supports the idea of government action and strategic plans regarding MSMEs.     2. What emotions does the image evoke? (Urgency, sympathy, controversy?)   Professionalism and optimism. There’s no visual urgency or controversy. The minister's confident stance at a podium suggests formality and direction, which complements the headline’s development-oriented theme. 3. Is the image manipulated or biased? (Does it frame the story in a particular way? No clear manipulation However, the image frames the government in a **positive light**—highlighting leadership, presence, and commitment. It doesn't show MSMEs or the challenges they face, so the focus is on the government rather than benef...

"MISSION IMPOSSIBLE" THEME-MAKER GOES HOME. and more

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NAME : Princess Sedinam Adzafi Index number :   BABJ28050 "MISSION IMPOSSIBLE" THEME-MAKER GOES HOME .   Lalo Schifrin, Argentine-American composer famous for his "Mission Impossible" theme passed away on June 2 6 th 2025 at age 9 3 . Born into a musical family in Buenos Aires, Schifrin studied classical piano while he was still young.   His journey as a writer to Hollywood began after a move to America. He was known for his unforgettable melody he wrote for Mission Impossible.   Schifrin's family said he died peacefully and his son, Ryan Schifrin, confirmed his father died of complications from pneumonia on Thursday, in his statement shared with CBS, BBC's U.S partner.   The prolific artist while he was still alive was a consistent nominee at the Oscars with scores for films like The Sting II, Dirty Harry, and Cool Hand Luke among which he received an honorary lifetime achievement at the Oscars in 2018. A side his honorary award, he won four Grammys, th...

Analysis Of Trump On A High After 'Tremendous' Wins At Home And Abroad.

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 Sandra Naa Sakua Cofie  BABJ28096 Source: BBC NEWS  1.Does the image accurately represent the headlines message? Yes, because of Trump smiling could be seen as accurately representing the headlines message. 2.What emotions does the image evoke?(Does it creates urgency, sympathy or controversy?). This might evoke a feeling of patriotism and possibly controversy depending on the viewers political affiliations and beliefs about Trump's presidency. 3.Is the image manipulated or biases?(Does it frame the story in a particular way?). The image could be seen as biased if it selectively shows Trump in a positive light without context about nature of his wins or the reaction of his cities. 4.How does composition affect storytelling?(Consider framing, lighting and focus?) The composition, with Trump at the center and the flags and banner behind him, focuses attention on him and his political movement. 5.Does the image add depth to the story or simply reinforce the headline? This i...

Cedi Stability: CUTS Int’l urges GSS to publish import price data for transparency

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  Cedi Stability: CUTS Int’l urges GSS to publish import price data for transparency     BY AIDOO HAROLD BABJ28042 SOURCE: CITI NEWS Consumer advocacy group CUTS International has called on the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) to begin tracking and publishing standard import prices and corresponding profit margins for selected goods at the ports. The group believes that such a move would promote price transparency and help consumers avoid inflated prices. This appeal follows the recent appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi against the US dollar—an upward trend that, according to CUTS, is yet to result in meaningful price reductions on the market. From January to late May 2025, the cedi strengthened from around GHS 15.00 to GHS 10.20 per US dollar, marking a 32% gain. Analysts attribute the rebound to improved export performance and increased remittance inflows, which have boosted the country’s foreign reserves. However, the question remains whether this currency appre...