The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has criticized the Akufo-Addo administration for the rising rate of youth unemployment in the country. Today, the NDC said, the economy lies in tatters having been plunged into an unsustainable public debt through ‘reckless’ spending and excessive borrowing most of which have been spent on consumption by the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government. […]
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Forestry Institute of Ghana (CSIR- FORIG) yesterday held its maiden ‘Snail Festival’ in Accra to create awareness and exhibit the economic importance of snails. Held on the theme, “Farm snails, eat snails, market snails’, it also aimed at creating avenue for snail lovers to learn and as well … The post CSIR-FORIG
The desire for wealth by humans is normal, however the extent to which the Ghanaian youth chase wealth in recent times is alarming. To some young people life is all about money, riding in flashy cars and underserved fame. This is the best path they want to tread to gain power and influence. It is … The post The Youth’s desperate desire for wealth appeared first on
Hospitals that rely on fuel-powered generators for electricity in Haiti’s capital have warned they could be forced to close, as a gang blockade on the main fuel terminal in Port-au-Prince worsens insecurity in the Caribbean nation. Port-au-Prince gangs earlier this month dug trenches and littered shipping containers at entrances to the Varreux terminal to protest a government announcement that it planned to cut fuel subsidies due to their high cost. Three-quarters of the major hospitals
Ukraine has accused Russia of causing leaks in two major gas pipelines to Europe in what it described as a “terrorist attack”. Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhaylo Podolyak said the damage to Nord Stream 1 and 2 was “an act of aggression” towards the EU. He added that Russia wanted to cause pre-winter panic and urged the EU to increase military support for Ukraine. Seismologists reported underwater blasts before the leaks emerged. “There is no doubt that these
Article 42 of the 1992 Constitution stipulates that every citizen with sound mind, who is above eighteen years, has the right to vote and be voted for in a public election and a referendum. Since the inception of multiparty democracy in Ghana, in 1992, General Election is held every four years to choose the President … The post Monitization of Ghanaian Politics appeared first on
The FIFA World Cup will take off in Qatar 20 November 2022 and Ghanaians can not wait to see the Black Stars in action. I am continuing with my regular posts on the health benefits of cocoa. The month of September is dedicated to the health benefits of cocoa on exercise capacity and muscle function. … The post Health Benefits of Flavanol-Rich Cocoa in Sports appeared first
The Coalition for Cocoa sector Reforms (CCSR) an advocacy group for the vulnerable cocoa farmer and industry, is calling on the government to place a ban on mining activities in cocoa growing areas in the country. The groups said today, due to the deteriorating living conditions of cocoa farmers caused by the factors enumerated above, […]
The European Union and the United States have questioned Serbia’s proclaimed commitment to join Europe’s 27-nation bloc after Belgrade signed an agreement with Moscow pledging long-term “consultations” on foreign policy matters amid Russia’s war in Ukraine. Serbia’s officials signed the deal on Friday in New York with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, where most Western delegations shunned Russia’s top diplomat over the
The first signs of friction between Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng over how to deal with the tanking pound have emerged, after the pair met in No 10 to thrash out how to respond on Monday. Downing Street rebuffed talk of a split between No 10 and No 11 over how to deal with the market reaction to the mini-budget, and denied that there was a row. However, Whitehall sources said there was talk within the civil service of an argument between the prime minister and chancellor at the meeting on Monday
Hakainde Hichilema is hailed as a miracle worker for turning around the fortunes of the southern African country. But with his opposition neutralized and a corruption drive focused on his predecessors, some are uneasy.
Some people add honey to their coffee and tea or use it as a sweetener when baking. But is honey safe for people with diabetes? The short answer is yes, but only under certain conditions. People living with diabetes have to control and manage their carbohydrate and sugar intake. This doesn’t mean they have to avoid sweets altogether. In moderation, honey isn’t only safe, but it has anti-inflammatory properties that might also reduce diabetes complications. What is honey? Honey is a thick,
The Municipal Chief Executive for Ashaiman, Albert Boakye Okyere, has cautioned petty traders and other business owners in the municipality to pay levies to only the assembly’s accredited collectors or assignees. He also advised them to always demand identity cards and receipts from any toll collector or assembly staff who visit their stalls, stores and … The post Pay
Love For Nkrumah by The Great Hypocrites (2) Kwabena Amikaketo sat in his favourite chair on his balcony, viewing the setting sun which was making way for the shadows to grow longer and soon cover his part of the world like some dark blanket. The chilly weather is now gradually abating, making way for the warm spells before the heat arrived. Today, like yesterday, Kwabena was very indignant about what he had now accepted as evil plots by socialists in Ghana to re-write history and achieve their
On July 1, this year, the government announced its intention to go for an International Monetary Fund (IMF) support package. Interestingly, in July 2017, six months after assuming power on January 7, the Akufo-Addo administration said it would not extend the country’s running three-year IMF aid beyond April 2018, the expiry time. What changed for the … The post Can IMF
I remember Charles (name changed) very well. He was my patient when I was training to become a paediatrician. Patients with cancer usually stayed on the ward for a long time and we usually grew fond of them. Charles had retinoblastoma (cancer of the eye). He came to the hospital with advanced disease and we […]
“MIAA THE BREAST,” which will ride on the back of “Breast Cancer Month” in October, would offer training to men on how to screen the breast to detect cancer lumps, address myths and misconceptions around the disease, and rally them to join advocacy on breast cancer to reduce the surge in the country. It is … The post 100,000 men “MIAA THE BREAST”
The Police have commenced investigation into the circumstances surrounding the drowning of a Police officer at Sefwi Amoaya in the Sefwi Bodi District of the Western North Region. The incident happened on September 27, 2022. The deceased Police Corporal was part of a Police team on anti-Illegal Mining Operation duty around the River Sui when […]
A 34-year-old businessman was yesterday remanded in police custody by the Ashaiman District Court for allegedly engaging in ‘landguard’ activities. Nathaniel Alabi, is also alleged to have discharged guns in town. The prosecution told the court that both the complainant, Stephen Derry, and the accused resided at Santeo, near Adjei Kojo, Accra. It said on … The post Businessman
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