Former WBC International title champion, Ayitey Powers, has launched his maiden boxing promotion christened ‘Power of the Fists,’ an event aimed at revitalising the sport in Ghana. Set for June 29 at the Bukom Boxing Arena, the promotion would be headlined by a National Super Middleweight championship between Elvis Aworgah and Ernest Baubali. Speaking at … The post Ayitey Powers launches
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, a deputy Minister of Education, has affirmed the government’s dedication to persistently backing the advancement of human capital in the nation. He explained that regardless of the natural resource endowment of every country, the surest way that would guarantee the development of the country was human capital development. He, therefore, expressed … The post ‘Govt
Businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Seidu Agongo, has appealed to Ghanaians to show more compassion and generosity to one another during the Eid al-Adha festival and beyond. Alhaji Agongo, who is sponsoring thousands of people in school through skills training and with shelter, food, and funds, said it was only in giving that human beings found … The post Let Eid
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has suspended the Medical Director of the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital, Dr George Prah, pending conclusion of an investigation of alleged abandonment of a patient in a bush at Gomoa Ojobi leading to her death. The GHS has set up a committee to investigate the matter and report findings … The post GHS
The Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have announced a three-week interruption in power supply due to a reduction in gas supply from Nigeria since last Wednesday. “The West Africa Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo) in a statement explained that the reduction in gas supply was due to maintenance works being … The post GRIDCo, ECG announce 3-week
Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has appealed to Ghanaians not to turn this year’s election into a religious one but focus on the issues that will help deal with the challenges confronting the country. He said it was important for all to pay attention to the ideas, policies and solutions being championed by all the … The post 2024 polls not about religion … Veep admonishes
Ecobank Ghana has rewarded 2,506 customers across the country in its maiden “Ecobank Million Geng” campaign draw. The “Ecobank Million Geng” promotion is aimed to give back to its customers for doing business with the bank and also to introduce the bank’s numerous agent points across the country. During the first draw event, Mr. William … The post Over
The Ministry of Health (MoH) is to roll out new health insurance policy for non- residents who travel into the country from July 1 this year. Dubbed ‘The Visitors Health Insurance Scheme (VHIS)’, the policy, which operationalises the Section 2(b) of the National Health Insurance Act, 2012 (Act 852), will focus on non-resident foreigners visiting … The post MoH
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has called upon Ghanaians to allocate significant time to pray for a peaceful election in the nation. He emphasized that despite Ghana’s reputation as a democratic beacon in Africa, the current state of the country reflects despair, necessitating prayers. “That is the reason we have decided to … The post Let’s
The Ghanaian Times congratulates Muslims in Ghana on successfully celebrating Eid-ul-Adha, which follows days after the completion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. As a well-known fact, the celebration of Eid-ul-Adha is to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion to Allah (SWT-subhanahu wa-ta’ala or ‘the Glorified and Exalted’) and his readiness to sacrifice his son Ismail, which devotion … The post Congratulations
Former President and flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, who joined the Ahlussunna Wal-Jama’a group in their Eid-Ul-Adha prayers at the forecourt of the State House in Accra Sunday, called for continuous prayers for peace and successful holding of the upcoming general election. That he explained was the only way … The post Let’s
All 64 containers of medical supplies, devices and equipment that have been locked up at the Tema Port since May last year are expected to be cleared by the end of June 2024. This follows the release of GH¢7.4 million from the Ministry of Finance to cover outstanding charges, according to a statement released by … The post Govt releases GH¢7.4m to clear 64
An effort to amend the 1992 Constitution has begun with avant-garde recommendations including suggestions for the president to pay tax on his salary. Under the auspices of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, the Constitution Review Consultative Committee in its report said the President must pay tax as demonstration for the need for all citizens to … The post 1992
The efforts of the government in ensuring the good health of the people are not in doubt. However, certain things going on in the health sector take the shine out of these efforts. One such thing is the delay in clearing imported health items from the ports in good time. What is worrying about the … The post Sanction delay in delivering public service appeared first on Ghanaian
The curtain is set to be drawn on the 34-week football season on Sunday with the last round of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) matches of 2023/24 to be honoured at all the centres. Interestingly, Samartex confirmed their new status as champions of Ghana with three matches to spare, making history as a club to … The post Who follows RTU, Bofo to relegation? …Hearts,
Black Stars and West Ham United attacking midfielder, Mohammed Kudus, will battle three others for the ‘Footballer of the Year’ accolade at the sixth Ghana Football Awards scheduled to take place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) on June 29. This was disclosed at the launch and nominee announcement for the event, organised by … The post Kudus,
Qatar Charity, an international non-governmental organisation (NGO), has inaugurated a clinic and a borehole with a 5,000-liter overhead tank at Wawasa in Agona Swedru in Agona West of the Central Region. Mr Ismail Laary, Project Manager of the NGO, on behalf of the Director of Qatar Charity Ghana, led the inauguration alongside opinion leaders; sheiks, … The post Qatar Charity
At least 53 per cent of children, aged 10-year-old in Ghana do not have proficiency in literacy and numeracy. This could lead to learning poverty in the country if proper leadership, management and accountability are not put in place in the educational sector, says Professor Mark Adom-Asamoah, a National Policy Advisor on Science, Technology, Engineering … The post 53%
Francis Asenso-Boakye, the Minister for Roads and Highways, has reiterated the government’s unwavering dedication to finishing the second phase of the 117-kilometre Bolgatanga-Bawku-Pulimakom road project. He stated that the ministry had engaged in numerous discussions with the contractor, M/S Queiroz Galvao construction Ltd, and they have committed to returning to the site to continue constructing … The post Work
A total of 6000 young women and girls from senior high school through to tertiary education have benefitted from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programmme at CAMFED Ghana for over a decade. The programme, launched in 2012, sought to empower girls and young women with the necessary skills to become leaders of change. It provided comprehensive … The post 6000
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