More than 28.4 per cent of all women aged 15 to 49 years experienced one form of intimate partner violence in 2021, latest figures by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) on domestic violence has indicated. According to the Service, although trends in physical, emotional and sexual violence has seen a marginal decrease from 2008 to … The post 28.4 % women experience intimate-partner
Four of Ghana’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) legends, currently in Cote d’Ivoire for the ongoing tournament have visited the Black Stars to inspire them ahead of their crucial final Group B game against the OS Mambas of Mozambique today at the Stade Alassane Ouattara in Ebimpe, Abidjan. The four, namely Rev. Osei Kofi, AFCON … The post Ghana AFCON legends inspire Black Stars appeared
“Good Banking is produced not by good laws, but by good bankers.” — Hartley Withers, prominent British financial journalist around the turn of the 19th century Dear Readers, last week started with my article on the need to pause and self-reflect before making new year resolutions. It is during our pause for self-reflection that we […] The post Risk
The leadership of Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of TUC-Ghana, says it is the sole union with the collective agreement and bargaining certificate to negotiate with the government on behalf of junior staff, some senior staff, and senior members of public and technical universities in the country. This follows a break away of two … The post Turmoil in TEWU of TUC …as two
The Chief of Kade, Osabarima Agyare Tenadu II, has called on the Eastern Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) to take immediate steps to enforce the ruling of the High Court to avert bloodshed in his traditional area. He said tension was mounting in the area as a result of unlawful activities of a rival faction that … The post Chieftaincy dispute:Tension
The Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS) has identified inadequate health facilities in some parts of the country as a major factor hindering access to healthcare, particularly among women and children. The population-based survey, designed to monitor progress of health service utilisation and management to inform decision makers, said on the average, it took between … The post Long
Ghanaian featherweight prospect, Stanley Nyantakyi, nicknamed the ‘Ashanti Warrior’, put up a spirited display to defeat Nathaniel Nukpe in an eight round contest last Saturday. In front of a mammoth crowd at the Bukom Boxing Arena on a Freezy Macbones Promotions, the Kumasi native dispatched Nukpe in five thrilling rounds. The win affirmed his status … The post Ashanti Warrior shines
A lecturer of the Bolgatanga Technical University (BTU), Alhassan Azumah, was shot dead by unknown assailants in Bolgatanga in the Upper East Region, on Wednesday evening. The incident reportedly happened at about 6:15 pm at the residence of Azumah at Sokabisi, a suburb of the town. It is unclear what triggered the attack and gruesome … The post Bolgatanga Technical varsity lecturer
Rev. Stephen Wengam The Second National Week of Fasting and Praying by the Assemblies of God churches throughout the country has ended. It was a period of intense prayers Read More... The post Assemblies Of God Ends National Week Of Fasting appeared first
The family of celebrated actor, Vincent E. McCauley, has said the transition of their beloved was magnificent. According to the family, Mr. McCauley died on Monday, January 15, 2024. “It is with a thankful heart that we announce the ushering into the presence of God Almighty, our son, brother, uncle and friend; Vincent E. McCauley, […] The post Vincent McCauley’s
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Ernest Addison has reassured the public that the launch of the much-anticipated e-Cedi, the country’s digital currency, will take place before the end of 2026. The Governor acknowledged progress made in the f the e-Cedi’s development, but attributed the delay in its launch to economic dislocation caused by the events […] The post BoG
The Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard a 20 per cent nationwide increase in fares announced by commercial and private transport operators. A statement issued by the Ministry’s Public Affairs Unit in Accra, yesterday, said there had not been any negotiation with transport operators for adjustment of current fares. “When it becomes … The post Disregard
The Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard a 20 per cent nationwide increase in fares announced by commercial and private transport operators. A statement issued by the Ministry’s Public Affairs Unit in Accra, yesterday, said there had not been any negotiation with transport operators for adjustment of current fares. “When it becomes … The post Disregard
This is the full speech delivered by Former Attorney General and Minister for Justice Marietta Brew, on the Constitution Day Public Lecture hosted by the UPSA Law School in conjunction with One Ghana Movement. The event was hosted on the theme, ‘Reflections on our democracy: The Constitution, Elections and the Judiciary. I stand on all existing protocols […] The post
The University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC), in collaboration with Forte Medical Ltd, has conducted the first-ever “Nanox Arc X-ray Tomography Scan,” marking a significant milestone in Sub-Saharan Africa. This cutting-edge service not only represents a technological leap but also offers a more cost-effective alternative for patients with lower radiation levels compared to conventional CT […] The post UGMC
Daughters of Glorious Jesus Celebrated gospel music group, Daughters of Glorious Jesus, has announced the highly anticipated return of their annual musical concert, ‘Glorious Praise’. The trio, celebrated for Read More... The post Daughters To Host ‘Glorious Praise’ appeared
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, at the invitation of the founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum, Prof. Klaus Schwab, left Ghana on Monday to attend the 2024 edition of the World Economic Forum Annual Meetings being held from Tuesday (January 16) to Friday (January 19). The Davos Meeting which began on …
A new device to track illegal logging from the country’s forests has been deployed in an effort to curb the incidence of illegal exploitation of the timber resources. When fed with the documentation of the logs, Xylorix Pocket Wood, the App/device, will quickly scan them and give off the information about the woods being carried …
The Ghana Supporters in Abidjan have dismissed allegations that they are stranded at the ongoing African Cup of Nations and are threatening to return home ahead of the Black Stars’ crucial game against the Pharaohs of Egypt today. The supporters group said the reports were false, malicious, unfounded and orchestrated by some disgruntled persons for …
The Black Stars will come up against record seven times African Cup of Nations (AFCON) holders, the Pharaohs of Egypt, in the second Group B game of the on-going tournament at the Stade Félix Houphouet-Boigny today. Ghana’s journey for a fifth AFCON title had a shaky start last Sunday when the Blue Sharks of Cape …
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