Overland-Tandberg, a Silicon Valley based global technology company that develops and manufactures hybrid cloud IT infrastructure and data protection solutions has publically announced its readiness and commitment to start operations in Ghana. The CEO and Chairman of the company, Eric Kelly, made the announcement at the closing bell-ringing ceremony at …
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GES suspends Upper West regional director for misconduct
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted the Upper West Regional Director of the Service, over allegations of misconduct and corrupt practices. The Director, Duncan Nsor, has been asked to step aside for investigations into allegations of bribery in the appointment of heads of some second-cycle schools in the region. …
Read More »Ghana observes National Mathematics Day today
As today marks Valentine’s Day, Ghanaians are also observing the day as National Mathematics Day. The Ghana Education Service (GES) in collaboration with the Ghana Mathematics Society (GMS) set February 14 as a day to observe this. This is to create awareness of the importance and use of Mathematics in …
Read More »25 NABCO Trainees Get Permanent Jobs In Kpandai District
A total of 25 Nation Builders Corps(NABCO) personnel have gained permanent employment in the Kpandai district of the Northern region. The personnel have therefore exited from the scheme to create employment opportunities for some unemployed youth in the area. The Kpandai District Chief Executive(DCE), Atta Emmanuel Kofi Tatablata , made …
Read More »GES interdicts Upper West Regional Director of Education
The Ghana Education Service has interdicted the Upper West Regional Director of Education, Duncun Nsor with immediate effect after complaints were made about his conduct. According to the GES, the interdiction is to enable the Service to conduct investigations into the allegations leveled again him. In a statement copied to …
Read More »Over 2million Ghanaian children not protected against polio
It has been revealed that over two million Ghanaian infants are at risk of been infected with poliomyelitis and needed to be vaccinated as early as possible. This was made known in the Upper East Region during a press encounter with the Ghana Health Service(GHS). The delay in the early …
Read More »AngloGold Ashanti exits SA, sells mines for US$297 million
AngloGold Ashanti has reached an agreement to sell its remaining South African producing assets and related liabilities to Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited. Consideration for the transaction is in cash and deferred payments with expected proceeds of around US$300 million, subject to subsequent performance, and with additional proceeds if the …
Read More »Deceased student was not denied exeat – Akenten SHS
The Senior House Master of Dwamena Akenten Senior High School in the Ashanti region Andrew Agyeman has denied reports that the student who reportedly died on campus was denied exeat to seek treatment. He also challenged claims the student died at the dormitory claiming: “We are not in the position …
Read More »Say no to NDC and give Nana Addo Four more years – Ahafo Regional Minister
The member of parliament for Asunafo North Constituency, who doubles as the Ahafo Regional Minister, Hon. Evans Opoku Bobie made this statement in a community engagement at Fawohoyeden and it’s surrounding conurbations under the Asunafo North. The hardworking MP urged the people of the above mentioned community to keep on …
Read More »We’re taking steps to prioritise your security – GHS to health workers
The Ghana Health Service says it is working to ensure the safety of health workers in the country following the suspected murder of a community nurse, Ruth Eshun, at Ayuom in the Ashanti Region. The Service in a statement on Monday said it is shocked by the incident and is …
Read More »Railway Company announces free passenger ride on Nsawam rail line
Management of the Ghana Railway Company Limited (GRCL) has announced plans to run a free passenger service on the Accra-Nsawam rail line. The new announcement comes on the back of an earlier exercise that was expected to have taken place last month but could not happen due to technical challenges. …
Read More »National Science and Maths Quiz in danger
The Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) says it will be difficult for schools to organise their students for this year’s National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) at the regional and national levels as a result of inadequate funds. “We, therefore, wish to inform management that until adequate …
Read More »Govt to provide free Wi-Fi to high schools – Bawumia
Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has disclosed that the government intends to provide free Wi-Fi to senior high schools and public universities soon. He said plans are far advanced for the first piloting of this policy, this year. Vice President Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia who was speaking at the …
Read More »Pele ’embarrassed’ to leave house because of ill health
Legendary Brazil forward Pele is reluctant to leave his house because he cannot walk unaided, his son has said. The three-time World Cup winner, widely regarded as the greatest player of all time, was taken to hospital with a urinary infection last year. Pele, 79, has had problems with his …
Read More »NAGRAT bares teeth over special classes for promotional exams
The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) is not happy with regional and district directors of education and has asked them to desist from issuing official cover letters to organisations and institutions organising special classes for teachers due to write their promotional examinations. It also called on the management of …
Read More »US trade delegation seeks partnerships in Ghana
A trade delegation of 30 businesses from Broward County in the State of Florida from the United States of America is currently in Ghana to explore business opportunities and to collaborate with Ghanaian businesses who are targeting the U.S as a major market. Led by the Mayor of Broward County, …
Read More »Today in 2017: Horrible history of Ghana Airways makes it difficult to own an airline – Economist
Chattered economist, Mr. Emmanuel Amoah-Darkwah, has explained why the country is struggling to have a national airline after the collapse of the Ghana Airways after it took a dip following debts and legal disputes. According to him, the only way Ghana can stand on its feet to operate an airline …
Read More »World Bank cautions Ghana over rising public debt
The World Bank has cautioned Ghana against piling its external debt and exceeding the sustainability threshold. According to the bank, Ghana is currently rated as a moderate to high-risk debt distressed country and so must tread cautiously. The government last week raised US$3 billion on the Eurobond market. The transaction …
Read More »All about the man whose 140-year-old farm is still making Ghana rich – Tetteh
It’s just about 4 days away from Valentine’s day, what now has become themed, “Chocolate Day” in Ghana. Various shapes and sizes of chocolate and cocoa products will dominate on the day, with loved ones sending gifts as expressions of love to their loved ones. Perhaps now is a good …
Read More »Ejisuman Senior High expels 7 students from boarding house over viral video
Ejisuman Senior High School has expelled seven students from its boarding facility after they were deemed to have engaged in activities that tarnished the school’s image. The six are all final year students. They are accused of using a mobile phone – which is prohibited in basic and high schools …
Read More »Central Bank award: I am confident the best days of the BoG lie ahead – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Akufo-Addo has lauded the central bank on its recent award as the African Central Bank of the Year 2019. According to the president, the award was proof of the “excellent work” by the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Ernest Addison, in reforming the financial sector. In …
Read More »GRA to pilot UNIPASS system at Takoradi Port next week
The Customs Division of Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) will pilot the new UNIPASS trade facilitation tool at the Takoradi Port from next week, as it looks to implement what it describes as “the best end-to-end Customs management system available”. Commissioner of Customs, Col. Kwadwo Damoah, who disclosed this at a …
Read More »Ghana to commit $1 billion Eurobond proceeds to address energy sector challenges – Minister
Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, says one billion dollars of the country’s recently secured Eurobond money will be used to address issues in the energy sector. This move, the Finance Minister believes, will go a long way to address key bottlenecks in the energy sector. Speaking on Joynews’ NewsFile programme, Ken …
Read More »WAEC accepts oral response in examination
Mr Alex Amankwah in charge of Specific Learning Disorders at the Ghana Education Service has revealed that the West African Examination Council (WAEC) accepts oral responses from students unable to write due to disability. He said provisions have been made to accommodate students with special educational needs in examinations to …
Read More »WAEC accepts oral response in examination
Mr Alex Amankwah in charge of Specific Learning Disorders at the Ghana Education Service has revealed that the West African Examination Council (WAEC) accepts oral responses from students unable to write due to disability. He said provisions have been made to accommodate students with special educational needs in examinations to …
Read More »Opuni Trial: Witness names farmers who drank the liquid fertilizer
Dr Yaw Adu-Ampomah, the third prosecution witness in the trial of Dr Stephen Opuni, the former CEO of COCOBOD and one other on Thursday mentioned names of some farmers, who drank the Lithovit Liquid Fertilizer. They are Nana Obeng Akrofi, the Eastern Regional Chief Farmer of the Cocoa, Coffee and …
Read More »UG Medical centre to operate next year after gov’t agrees to ownership formula
The impasse between the management of the University of Ghana and government over the ownership of the UG Medical Centre has been settled. Per an agreement between the two parties, government will take 60 percent shares of the facility with the University reserving 40. The disagreement over who takes control …
Read More »No need to travel outside for medical care, we’re fully equipped – Korle-Bu CEO assures Ghanaians
Chief Executive Officer of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Dr Daniel Asare, has assured Ghanaians that the over 97-year-old hospital is fully equipped to treat all types of medical conditions. According to him, the hospital is well-resourced with trained personnel and new technologies required for treating and diagnosing more complicated conditions. …
Read More »Ridge Hospital dedicates 9 doctors, 26 nurses to coronavirus fight
The Greater Accra Regional Hospital – Ridge has put in place a comprehensive system to handle coronavirus cases should there be any in the country. Medical Director, Dr Emmanuel Srofenyo who took journalists on a tour of some of the wards designated for such cases said the hospital is ready to …
Read More »A total of 9 suspected cases of coronavirus reported in Ghana – Health Service
The Ghana Health Service has said Ghana has recorded a total of nine suspected cases of the deadly coronavirus infection, but they have all tested negative. These nine cases include the two recent ones reported at the Korle bu Teaching Hospital on Wednesday. The two – a Chinese and an Argentine …
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