Five people have been killed in a bomb attack in northern Kenya, the interior ministry said Monday. The bomb, which exploded in El Wak town in Mandera County, near the border with Somalia, wounded five other people. There was no immediate claim of responsibility, but Somalia-based al-Shabab militants affiliated with al-Qaida have carried out other […] The post Bomb
Afrobeat icon King Promise made Ghana proud with a magnificent performance at the Tipsy Unicorn Beach House on April 26, 2024, in Singapore. The magnificent performance marked the launch of King Promise’s Asia Tour. A video obtained by GhanaWeekend shows the “Terminator” monster hitmaker enchanting the tumultuous crowd with a world-class set. He belted out […] The post King
It is a welcome relief to hear the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) categorically deny the commercialisation of certain genetically modified organisms like maize, soy or even perhaps, tomatoes in our food chain. The clarification comes amid concerns expressed by a number of interest groups like the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG), aggregators […] The post
Despite millions of dollars invested in Ghana’s health systems to combat HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria, life-saving drugs and healthcare products for these ailments have been stuck at the Tema Harbour for over ten months. For those who depend on these medicines, the continued delay in clearing these medications put their lives at risk. Ghana is […] The post Stuck
Despite millions of dollars invested in Ghana’s health systems to combat HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria, life-saving drugs and healthcare products for these ailments have been stuck at the Tema Harbour for over ten months. For those who depend on these medicines, the continued delay in clearing these medications put their lives at risk. Ghana is […] The post Global
Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the health sector are threatening to stage a nationwide demonstration to register their displeasure over the delayed clearance of some life-saving drugs that are stuck at the port due to import duties. The CSOs have expressed worry over government’s inaction to facilitate the clearing of the donated drugs, as shortage […] The post CSOs
Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DR) are critical components of an organization’s overall resilience and risk management strategy. They play essential roles in ensuring an organization’s ability to continue its operations during and after disruptions, whether they are caused by natural disasters, cybersecurity incidents, or other unforeseen events. In this piece, I […] The post
A cure for HIV could be on the horizon after scientists eliminated the virus from cells in a laboratory. Using a gene-editing tool known as Crispr-Cas, researchers were able to target HIV DNA and remove all traces of the virus from infected cells. Working essentially as scissors, the Nobel Prize-winning technology can cut DNA at […] The post Hopes of HIV cure
“A snake is like a rope but it is not used for tying up firewood.” – Akan proverb When we task our brains and talents, extracting our creativity and letting it dictate our pace of work and the flow of our relationships; more often than not, the greater reward we seek is recognition of our […] The post The Attitude Lounge by Kodwo Brumpon: Give
Participants at the conference. INSET: Samuel Owusu Boadi HEAD OF Hive Ghana, Samuel Owusu Boadi, has entreated the youth to grab the opportunities Hive platform provides to make financial Read More... The post ‘Shift From
A report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), has revealed that over 70% of both males and females aged 15 to 49 who are aware of HIV exhibit discriminatory attitudes towards those living with the virus. These attitudes include the belief that HIV-positive children should not attend school with HIV-negative children, or that they would […] The post Over
Ernest Yawo with the prize Vodafone Ghana’s, “Live Your Life” Promo has rewarded two customers, Ernest Atse Yawo and Michael Archer. The two, won grand prizes of GH¢100,000 and Read More... The post 2 Win Vodafone’s ‘Live Your Life’ Promo appeared first on
Vodafone Ghana’s exciting “Live Your Life” Promo has rewarded two lucky customers, Ernest Atse Yawo and Michael Archer. The two customers won grand prizes of GHS 100,000 and GHS 50,000 respectively. Renowned for its thrilling cash rewards, the promo seamlessly blends entertainment and excitement, offering a unique and captivating experience. Michael Archer, a seasoned participant […] The post Two
The Ghana Demographic and Health Survey conducted by the Ghana Statistical Service has revealed concerning statistics regarding HIV awareness and prevention among men aged 15 to 49. The data reveals that a significant 76 percent of men in this age group are unaware of their HIV status. Furthermore, only 28% reported the use of condoms […] The post 76% of men are unaware
The Bono Regional Health Directorate has expressed concern about the increasing rate of HIV infections in the region’s urban centres. The Directorate indicates that the prevalence rate in areas such as Nkoranza South and Techiman Municipalities stands around 3.8 percent, which is above the national average of 2.8 percent. In an interview with Citi News, […] The post Bono
Accra came alive with music and excitement on Saturday, December 23, 2023, as one of Ghana’s most celebrated singers Jane Fara Fauzzier Afia Boafowaa Yahaya Awindor, popularly known as Efya hosted her highly-anticipated “Efya Live” concert. The event, held at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) was a star-studded affair, bringing together some of Ghana’s […] The post Efya,Sarkodie,
The Network of Persons Living With HIV/AIDS has called on stakeholders to as a matter of urgency intervene in the clearance of products worth US$40 million to avert their destruction. The network in a statement issued on Friday said “These products, crucial for the support of HIV and Malaria programs in Ghana, include Antiretrovirals (ARVs) […] The post Intervene
Adwumakase residents excited about the commissioning of the borehole HIVE Ecosystem has commissioned its 14th water borehole project at Adwumakase, in the Kwabre East Municipality of the Ashanti region. Read More... The post HIVE Commissions 14th Borehole
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