Trade and Industry Minister, K T Hammond, has underscored the need for the government to intervene to protect the consumer from what he described as the “haphazard” increment in cement prices by manufacturers. As a result he said, the government had taken the decision to introduce a legislation to control the pricing of the commodity … The post Govt has duty to
One cannot but describe as good the attempt by the Trade and Industry Minister, KT Hammond, to make the government introduce a legislation to control the pricing of cement to protect consumers from “haphazard” increment in prices by manufacturers. It is, however, unfortunate that his attempt to submit the Legislative Instrument (LI) to Parliament on … The post Don’t abandon introducing
At the helm of Veros Petroleum, Yayha Diab’s visionary approach and relentless ambition have earned him a spot among the esteemed nominees for the Forty Under 40 Awards 2024.Diab’s journey in the petroleum sector is a testament to his dedication and forward-thinking mentality. As the CEO of Veros Petroleum, he has spearheaded the company’s growth … The post Veros
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has stated that it is committed to the Free Senior High School (FSHS) policy and would support any efforts geared at bettering the pro-poor education programme. The Minority Leader, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, described as “desperation” attempts by the majority caucus to project the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) and … The post Minority
Dr Robert Anthony recounts that about 700 years ago, a great teacher ripe with years and honours lay dying. His students and disciples asked if he was afraid to die. “Yes,” he said, “I am afraid to meet my Maker.” “But how can that be?” the students and disciples responded. “You have lived such an … The post Be You appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
African parliamentarians have been tasked to lobby their governments to allocate one per cent of Gross Domestic Product to science and technology to meet global standard for better education outcome. According to Professor Saidou Madougou, Director, Department of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation of the Africa Union (AU) adequate financing and investment in education was … The post Lobby
Reports from Kenya have it that mainly youth-led rallies which started last week protesting a bill proposing various tax hikes turned violent on Tuesday as the protesters stormed that country’s parliament and burnt part of it. Consequently, the government ordered the police and the military to quell the violence from the protesters as a result … The post Be guided by Kenya protests!! appeared first on
Elections in Ghana come with significant events as the case is in every country that cherishes democracy. However, the periods before, during and after the elections are interesting moments because of the happenings in those times, some of which are risky to the country’s political growth and stability. Furthermore, some of the happenings undermine the … The post Pray for good
The Third Ordinary Session of the Sixth Pan-African Parliament (PAP) reconvened here yesterday in Midrand, South Africa with a call on Africa to take concrete steps to decolonise its education system. The president of the PAP, Fortune Zephania Chirumbura, who made the call said Africa’s education system must focus on “heritage-based education” that supports the … The post At
Elections in Ghana come with significant events as the case is in every country that cherishes democracy. However, the periods before, during and after the elections are interesting moments because of the happenings in those times, some of which are risky to the country’s political growth and stability. Furthermore, some of the happenings undermine the … The post Pray for good
Cape Town’s varied climate provides a magnificent assortment of seasonal flowers all year round. Each season contributes its distinct charm to floral designs, from lively spring blossoms to sophisticated winter bouquets. Whether you’re enhancing an event or adding a touch of beauty to your home, knowing which flowers flourish in each season will enable you … The post Best Seasonal
Axim, a coastal town in the Western Region, risks being submerged by the sea, if urgent steps are not taken by the government to complete sea defence works being undertaken there. Axim and surrounding communities suffer high tidal waves and severe flooding, which need immediate cure or solution, to save lives, property, and livelihoods. It … The post Prioritise completion
The nationwide strike by the Medical Laboratory Workers Union has left many patients stranded at health facilities across the country. A visit to some medical facilities revealed virtually empty laboratory centres. The Jasikan Government Hospital Medical laboratory under lock At the Kaneshie Polyclinic the acting Director of Medical Services, Dr Jacob Adjei Larbi, told the … The post Healthcare
Russia says it is prepared to assist in building the capacity of African countries in order to set the stage for the continent to become an emerging global power. An important mechanism to accomplish this goal, it said, was the establishment of the Russia-Africa Summit, one of which took place in Sochi in 2019 and … The post ‘Russia ready to build capacity of African countries’
Ten private entities have put in bids to complete the Saglemi Affordable Housing Project, the Minister of Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah, has disclosed. Mr Oppong-Nkrumah, MP, Ofoase-Ayirebi, said the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo government remained committed to ensuring that the facility was habitable. Briefing journalists in Parliament, Accra, yesterday, Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah said the investor, … The post 10
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has launched a report which states that a total of 7.3 million persons, representing 24.3 per cent of 30.1 million household population in the country, are multidimensional poor. The expression multidimensional poor is defined as a non-monetary measure of poverty that reflects various areas in which the population may be … The post Face reality and fight poverty!!
ACCRA, Ghana – Life has been challenging enough for Francis Takyi, a mobile phone repairer who relies on a crutch to get around because of a congenital leg condition. But for close to a year the forty-year-old father of six has faced a new battle: A severe respiratory condition has debilitated Mr Takyi making it … The post Accra’s Toxic Air: Open Waste Burning
Telecel Ghana Foundation’s Grow Girls in STEM initiative is keen on training a new generation of engineers, scientists, tech enthusiasts, web designers and artists One of the initiative’s beneficiaries is Delali who was always fascinated by how devices functioned growing up. She sometimes opened the housing of her guardian’s radio set and torchlight to figure … The post Telecel
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), of Nasco Tech Mr Banasco Nuhu Seidu, has announced exciting new developments in his outfit’s free training programmes. According to Mr Seidu, Nasco Tech has been successfully training young people in coding and software engineering for three years, leading to employment opportunities with various Spanish companies. “We have over 30 … The post Nasco
Nana Essilfuah Tamakloe, Director of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Absa Bank Ghana has been awarded the Transformational Marketing Leader of the Year at the Premier Marketing Leadership Awards, held in Accra. The award is in recognition of her significant contributions to the field of marketing within the banking sector. Absa Bank Ghana also clinched … The post Absa
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