By Ken Sackey, GNAAccra, Sept. 21, GNA - Africa’s time to shed its cloak of poverty and to hold its rightful place on the world stage is now at hand, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has said.“We believe it is time Africa comes
For that reason Ghana had, three weeks ago, flown back highly-enriched uranium to China, ending the use of all such volatile materials in the country, President Akufo-Addo disclosed to the 72nd United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday. “Our nuclear reactor has, subsequently, been converted to use low-enriched fuel fo
The Anglican Church of Ghana, which made the appointment, is recognising Dr Tetteh for his diverse contributions to Ghana and the Diaspora.This was in a statement signed by Mr Kobina Andoh Amoakwa of the Communication Directorate of the Office of the former President, and copied to the Ghana News Agency.
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - Mr Kenneth Ashigbey, the Convenor of the Media Coalition Against Galamsey, says the Coalition would not tolerate individuals or mining firms involved in illicit mining in the country.He said all those involved in illicit mining would be dealt with adding; “We have to make sure that the right thing is done”.
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on his first official engagement with the United Nations (UN) as Head of State, has called for the “urgent” reformation of the world body to deepen and promote international cooperation, peace and security.“We cannot continue to preach democracy and fairness around t
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - The International Paralympics Committee has postponed the 2017 edition of the World Paralifting and swimming championships.The championship was scheduled to begin in Mexico City this month, but had to be postponed following Tuesday’s devastating earthquake in the country.
Cape Coast, Sept 21, GNA - The Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF) in its quest to expand the sport will continue its aggressive development of Armwrestling to train coaches in Kumasi.The programme dubbed “The Training of the Trainer” would be held on Thursday, September 28, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, Sept. 21, GNA – Barely a week after the historic opening ceremony for the 2017 Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Turkmenistan, is already basking in glory as they are overly satisfied with their delivery.Turmenistan, after 25 years of independence, is hosting its fi
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, Sept. 21, GNA – Mr. Hussein Al Musallam, Director-General/Technical Director of the Olympic Committee of Asia (OCA), has stated that, Turkmenistan has what it takes to host the Olympic Games in future.Turkmenistan successfully organized an impressive opening ceremony and has so far staged smooth competitions
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, Sept. 21, GNA – Five athletes originally from South Sudan, are currently competing in the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (AIMG) in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, under the flag of United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.The five athletes - Paulo Amotun Lokoro (entered in 1500m), Wiyual Puok Deng (400
The visit was also to get acquainted with any challenges associated with the roll out that GCNet, the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), and other players at the Port might have regarding the implementation of the system. A statement issued in Accra by Mrs Aba Lokko, the Corporate Communications Manager, quoted Mr Hoegerle as
He said the fund formed part of the government’s three key transformational agenda of supporting the private sector, to help accelerate development and boost productivity.Mr Kyeremanteng said this at the opening of the five-day Eastern Region Trade Fair and Exhibition held under the theme: ‘’ Brand Eastern for Export’’ at K
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - The National Council for Tertiary Education will be undertaking a reassessment of the conversion-readiness of Wa and Bolgatanga polytechnics into technical universities in December 2017, Dr Mathew Opoku Prempeh, Minister of Education, has said.Dr Prempeh said government remained fully committed to promoting ter
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - Mr Dele Aden, the Managing Director of Delta3 International, an Informational Security Advisory Company, says Ghana lost a total of 50 million dollars to cyber-attack in 2016.He said Africa, as a whole, lost two billion dollars to cyber-attack the same year.
Hohoe (V/R), Sept. 21, GNA - Penplusbytes with support from Ghana Oil and Gas for Inclusive Growth (GOGIG) is implementing a 6-month “enhancing the role of the Media in promoting Oil and Gas sector transparency and accountability” project.The project is aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the sector through eff
The volunteers to be trained would be selected from six communities including Kwahu Tafo, Nteso, Akwasiho, Aduhima and Suminakese.DOIII Ebenezer Sackitey, the District Fire Officer (DFO), who disclosed this in an interview with the Ghana News Agency, said the training would be free to all.
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - The Ministry of Railways Development on Thursday urged the public to disregard a report circulating on social media that it is recruiting people for employment.A statement issued by Mr Kwame Adorbor, the Chief Director of the Ministry, and copied to the Ghana News Agency, said the Ministry did not rely on agenc
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - The Ghana News Agency, hereby, publishes the full text of the speech delivered by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo at the 72nd Session of United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday.ADDRESS DELIEVERED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF GHANA, NANA ADDO DA
Accra, Sept. 21, GNA - The Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana has cautioned against the proliferation and abuse of Tramadol, an opioid analgesic. "The most recent form, as being speculated in the media and as our findings have shown, is the high doses of Tramadol (200mg/250mg) popularly called Tramol among the youth.
By Kwamina Tandoh, GNA Ho (V/R), GNA - A 16-year-old juvenile who spent three months on remand at the Ho Central Prison in the Volta Region has been discharged under the Justice for All Programme (JFAP).
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Instagram
Google+
YouTube
LinkedIn
RSS