Ghana will for the second time host the African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) in September this year in Accra on the theme, “Grow digital, leveraging digital transformation to drive sustainable food systems in Africa”. Ghana was privileged to host the maiden edition of the AGRF in 2009. The forum is expected to bring together heads … The post Ghana hosts African Green Revolution
The Global Executive Institute in association with the United Clergy International Association has inducted Nii Dr Ayi-Bonte II into its Hall of Fame award category, during its Global Achievers Leadership Awards ceremony in Accra. In all, 12 business executives, political leaders, clergymen and chiefs received various leadership awards under the theme, ‘Making a difference in … The post Dr
The Coalition on the Right to Information (RTI) has asked the Parliamentary Table and Legislative Drafting Offices not to deviate from the core components of the bill as amended from the Chamber of the House. The Coalition cautioned that it had followed the deliberations in Parliament very closely and has captured diligently every amendment adopted … The post Parliamentary
PIERRE-Emerick Aubameyang scored a fortunate winner as Arsenal scrapped their way to a 1-0 victory at 10-man Watford and fourth spot in the table. Ben Foster took too long to clear the ball on 10 minutes as he walloped the ball off Aubameyang, and was horrified as it ended up in his own net. Troy … The post Arsenal move fourth with Watford win appeared first on Ghanaian
District Chief Executives (DCEs) for West Gonja in the Savannah and Birim North in the Eastern Region have assured their communities of more development projects to reduce poverty and improve sustainable community livelihoods. Saeed Jibril, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for the West Gonja District in the Savannah Region and Raymond Damptey, the District Chief … The post DCEs assure
The Mondelez International, an international chocolate producer, has expressed interest to partner the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), to contribute positively to the development and sustainability of Ghana’s cocoa industry. This came to light at a meeting when a delegation from the Mondelez International met the Minister of Food and Agriculture, in Accra on … The post Chocolate
PRESIDENT Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has urged the Minister of Bono Region, Evelyn Ama Kumi Richardson, whose ministerial appointment generated controversy in Parliament, to work hard to shame those who opposed her nomination. The President administered the swearing in of the Bono Regional Minister and the Minister of the Oti Region, Mr. Kwasi Owusu Yeboah … The post President
A new hospitality and event hosting hub, the Deplas Royal Hotel has opened in Mallam-Gbawe community. Elder Samuel Abekah Sackey, the Chief Executive Officer of the hotel said the enabling environment in the tourism and hospitality industry coupled with the growing number of tourists visiting the country were the motivating factor to the putting up … The post Deplas
An ultra-modern oxygen plant constructed at the cost of 480,000 euros for the 37 Military Hospital in Accra was yesterday commissioned by the Chief of Staff, Mrs Akosua Frema Osei-Opare. The 50 Newton Meter Cube plant has the capacity to dock 10 cylinders at a time, as compared to the previous 20 Normal Meter Cube … The post New oxygen plant inaugurated at 37 Military Hospital
A five-day meeting of members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) joint committee on the sub-region’s infrastructural development, especially the road and transport sector opened in Accra yesterday. The high level Joint Standing Committees on Administration, Economic, Finance, Budget Control, Budget Policy Control, Private Sector and New Partner for Africa’s Development … The post Members
Food vendors within the Okaikwei North Municipal Assembly (ONMA) have been urged to consider the health of their customers when preparing food for sale. This, the Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central Constituency, Patrick Yaw Boamah said would help improve the health of their customers. Mr Boamah said this recently in Accra at the Zongo … The post Food vendors told to observe hygiene
A total of 14,000 police personnel are to be deployed from tomorrow across the country for this year’s Easter celebrations, Commissioner of Police (COP) George Alex Mensah, the Director-General of Police Operations, has disclosed. He said the personnel were selected from units such as the Special Weapon and Tactics (SWAT), Rapid Deployment Force, Motor Traffic … The post Police
Busy Internet, an internet solution provider has installed free internet connectivity in four Divisional Police Headquarters located in Accra. The connectivity which would last for one year formed part of the company’s corporate social responsibility in communities where they operate. The beneficiary Divisional Headquarters are Adentan, Madina, Kaneshie and Amasaman. The Head of Marketing of … The post Busy
The First Lady, Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo yesterday unveiled a new logo for the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) to reflect renewed efforts at positioning the agency as a centre of excellence when it comes to protecting public health and safety. The new logo, comprising of two arcs in yellow and blue, forming a circle around … The post 1st Lady unveils new logo for FDA appeared first on
Cashew farmers in Bono and Bono East Regions have expressed displeasure about what they described as “manipulation of cashew price” by buyers to the detriment of producers. According to the farmers, the act of market manipulation has resulted in the price of raw cashew nuts (RCN) reducing drastically from GH¢800 per 100kg bag to GH¢200. … The post Cashew farmers decry low prices
MR Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, the Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and Mr Kwaku Boahen, Deputy Communications Officer of the party, have been granted bail by an Accra high court yesterday, for alleged conspiracy to harm and assault to public officers. Mr Ofosu Ampofu(middle) at the court premises They have each been granted GH¢100,000 … The post NDC Chairman, Communication
MOUSSA Marega’s path to the top in football bears little resemblance to the career enjoyed by Thierry Henry, but the FC Porto striker does share something in common with the France legend. “We are from the same town. We were both born in Les Ulis” in the Paris suburbs, Marega told Uefa.com. “He was my … The post Porto pin hopes on Marega to upset Liverpool
Six hundred thousand oil palm seedlings are to be supplied to farmers for planting, this season, in three zones of the Eastern Region noted for illegal mining activities. They are Akwatia, Awhenease and New Abirem. This forms part of the government’s project to providing alternative livelihood for mining communities. Mr Steven Agbo, the Principal Community … The post ?‘Galamsey’
A 26-year-old driver’s mate, Yakubu Ridwan Molley, was on Monday remanded into police custody for allegedly possessing firearm and handcuffs without lawful authority. Molley pleaded not guilty to possession of police accoutrements without authority, and he will reappear on May 9. Prosecuting, Police Chief Inspector Gulliver Kwabena Tenkorang told the court presided by Mrs Ruby … The post Driver’s
Hundreds of millions of Euros have been pledged to help rebuild Notre-Dame after a devastating fire partially destroyed the French cathedral. The fire, declared fully extinguished some 15 hours after it began, ravaged the 850-year-old building’s roof and caused its spire to collapse. But firefighters who worked through the night managed to save the Paris … The post Millions pledged
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