Maternal and child health is a cornerstone of societal well-being, reflecting the strength and resilience of communities. In many parts of the world, including Ghana, challenges persist, making the role of effective health education in bridging gaps and improving outcomes for mothers and children paramount. Let us delve into the multi-faceted dimensions of maternal and […] The post
The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) and the Health Services Workers Union have petitioned the National Pension Regulatory Authority to release their 8-month pension arrears. The two unions bemoaned the deductions of their two-tier pensions from their salaries, which had not been paid into the necessary accounts. President of the Ghana Registered Nurses […] The post Health
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has started a policy dialogue that seeks to establish a policy framework for transnational education in the country. The policy dialogue being done in collaboration with the British Council is geared towards engaging all stakeholders in the tertiary education space to come out with a policy framework to regulate […] The post GTEC to implement
Good morning members of the media. I warmly welcome you again to the Office of the Special Prosecutor. One of the contemporary legal problems that confront us is the movement and the stashing of large sums of cash – with its attendant likelihood of distorting economies. Ordinarily, it is not unlawful for a person to […] The post Why OSP has discontinued with
Riot police fired tear gas, flash grenades and used batons to disperse demonstrators in Russia’s Bashkortostan region after a local activist was sentenced on Wednesday to four years in prison. Videos showed supporters of Fail Alsynov clashing with police near the court where he had been convicted of inciting ethnic hatred, according to Russian state media outlet […] The post Russian
In a ground-breaking collaboration, Oxford Business Group (OBG) and the Africa Prosperity Network (APN) are joining forces to spearhead the APN initiative to identify and address bottlenecks in manufacturing, adding value, and trading within the African continent. This strategic partnership signifies a commitment to shedding light on Africa’s economic landscape, particularly in Ghana and the […] The post
Before Alhaji Collins Dauda and Dr. Kwaku Agyeman-Mensah were respectively appointed as Minister for Works and Housing, an amount of US$80 million had already been invested into the Saglemi housing project. Mr Godwin Edudzi Tamakloe, Counsel for Agyeman-Mansah, told an Accra High Court, presided over by Justice Ernest Owusu-Dapaa, on Tuesday. He said the amount […] The post Collins,
The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) and five other banks have secured a court order to prevent any sale or transfer of assets of PBC Limited, including its headquarters at Number 106 Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Dzorwulu Junction in Accra. This follows a judgment secured by the six banks against PBC Limited. The other five banks include […] The post ADB,
The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), alongside five other Banks, has secured a court order to prevent any sale or transfer of assets of PBC Limited including its headquarters at Number 106 Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Dzorwulu Junction in Accra. This follows a judgment attained by the six banks against PBC Limited. The other five banks involved […] The post ADB,
The Public Relations Officer at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Tanko Bagbara, has highlighted the pressing need to tackle inefficiencies along the food value chain. He advocated that collective efforts are needed to address challenges impacting negatively on supply of food from the farm gate to retail centres, such as poor road networks, […] The post
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved the release of Ghana’s second tranche of US$600 million, and as expected, the amount has reflected in the accounts of Ghana this week. The release of the second tranche brings the total disbursement to US$1.2 billion of the US$3 billion Extended Credit Facility. The entire […] The post Editorial: Utilise IMF
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has bemoaned the Black Stars’ poor performance at the 2023 AFCON in Cote D’Ivoire. In the statement the Sports Ministry expressed massive disappointment over the Black Stars’ failure to progress from the group stage for the second consecutive AFCON edition. The Black Stars lost 1-2 to Cape Verde and […] The post Sports
Addapath Wellness, anNon-Governmental Organisation (NGO) in Obuasi has provided various food items worth GH¢17,000 for the upkeep of over 80 children living with HIV and AIDS in Obuasi and its environs. The food items included; bags of rice, milo, cooking oil, canned fish, tin tomatoes, soya beans and eggs. Speaking at the presentation ceremony, the Executive […] The post Addapath
Fifty 50 Club, an Obuasi-based Non-Profit Making Association has donated an amount of GH¢10,000 to support the medical bill of Stephen Aboagye, a 8-year old boy suffering from congenital disorder, that causes the skull to grow abnormally large and heavy. The condition affects the patient’s vision, hearing, speech and mobility and puts him at risk of serious […] The post Fifty
Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has announced the national kick-off of the BizBox project by the Ghana Enterprises Agency and Mastercard Foundation. The initiative, with a budget of USD 55 million, aims to foster entrepreneurship, empower the youth and create a substantial number of jobs across the nation. Addressing the audience at an event at […] The post Bawumia drops another jackpot appeared first on
Some irate youth of Manfo, Subrisu and Fante Communities in the Ahafo Ano North Municipality of the Ashanti Region have asked the government to, as a matter of urgency, stop the state security agencies from unnecessarily harassing them at the community mining site at Fante. They have threatened the government not to, in its wildest dream, […] The post Miners angry over harassment by state
The Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai Forest Service Division has confiscated and set ablaze 29 chamfines, ten pumping machines and three motorbikes in the upper Wassa Forest, near Ampontenkrom. Mr. Baiden, who assumed office barely a week ago, set ablaze the confiscated equipment in the forest reserves, as part of his working visit to familiarise himself with issues on […] The post Forestry
The Minister of Energy, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, underscored the critical role played by the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST) in fostering economic stability over the past few years. Speaking at an event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of BOST in Accra, Dr. Opoku Prempeh highlighted the state-owned firm’s contributions to economic stability, […] The post
After declaring his parliamentary ambition to run on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Akim Swedru Constituency of the Eastern Region, the Controller and Accountant General, Mr. Kwasi Kwaning Bosompem, continues to enjoy backing and endorsement from high-profile personalities, politicians, religious leaders, and civil society organizations. The Center For the Vulnerable […] The post NPP
The UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), a member-based trade association that promotes trade between the UK and Ghana, has released the 5th edition of its annual Ghana Business Environment and Competitive Survey Report for the year 2023. Over 690 businesses, including UKGCC member and non-member companies from 16 industries and ranging from small to […] The post
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