The Chief of Defence Staff, (CDS) and the 37 Military Hospital have been ordered by the High Court in Accra to release an investigation report conducted on the circumstances leading to the death of a 48-year-old man, Solomon Asare – Kumah to his family. This was after the family of …
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GUTA fights GRA over plot to collapse businesses in Ashanti Region
The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has accused the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) of harassing its members in the Ashanti Region. At a stakeholder meeting organised by the Chamber of Automobile Dealership Ghana (CODEG) in collaboration with the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority …
Read More »Mango processing factory under govt’s 1D1F at Kintampo abandoned – Report
A report filed by 3news shows that a mango processing factory located at Kintampo in the Bono East region has been deserted. The mango processing factory, which falls under government’s One District One Factory (1D1F) initiative, has not been operational for a while. This, 3news said, has left residents worried …
Read More »Cling Events Ghana Adjudged Best Business In Interior and Exterior Decor
Caption: Nana Akua Akuffo, CEO of Cling Events Ghana (middle) receiving the coveted award. Presenting the award is Rev. Helena Opoku Sarkodie A leading Ghanaian-owned events management and interior decor firm, Cling Events Ghana, has been adjudged the Best Business In Interior and Exterior Decor in Ghana. …
Read More »How to Know If An Older Person is About Suffering Stroke
Are you aware that there are subtle signs or things to watch out for when you suspect an older person close to you is about suffering stroke? Stroke is one of the most deadly emergency conditions out there and it happens when blood flow to the brain for some reason …
Read More »Ghana reclaims position as Africa’s largest gold producer
Ghana has reclaimed its status as the largest gold producer in Africa, surpassing South Africa, according to the President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines. Last year, the country witnessed a remarkable 32% increase in gold production, allowing it to regain the top spot. After experiencing a notable decline in …
Read More »Basic school students asked to pay GH¢10 for water and electricity bills – Report
Basic school students at Ngleshie Amanfrom Government School have been asked to pay water and power fees. Some parents have expressed their outrage at the situation. Each student has been requested to contribute 10 Ghana cedis to cover both the water and energy expenses. One of the parents, Prophet Nana …
Read More »List of loan apps breaching privacy rights of Ghanaians
The Data Protection Commission has released a list of some digital lending apps (loan apps) that have been breaching Ghana’s data laws by exploiting the information of Ghanaians who use their services. In a statement copied to GhanaWeb, the commission said that the operation of most of these apps are illegal …
Read More »GES scraps tug of war and pillow fight as sports in school
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has cancelled the introduction of tug of war and pillow fights in Senior High Schools. The Tug of War and Pillow Fight Federation pushed for the sport to be approved in the second-cycle schools and was initially approved by the GES. However, stakeholders contend that …
Read More »Why You Should Sleep On The Side With Pillow Between Your Two Legs
There are numerous sleeping positions available. People are asked to sleep on any side depending on the one they feel comfortable. But then there are some sleeping positions that may make you feel pain when you wake up, so for that reason, try as much as possible to sleep in …
Read More »Common Types of Vaginal Infections and Their Causes
Vàginal infections are a common health concern among women that can lead to discomfort and disrupt daily life. These infections can be caused by various factors, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms. Understanding the different types of vàginal infections and their underlying causes is essential for effective diagnosis, treatment, …
Read More »Nutritious Fruits to Eat Regularly For Weight Loss
When it comes to weight loss, incorporating a variety of fruits into your diet can be a smart and delicious way to achieve your goals. Fruits are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants while being low in calories and high in water content. In line with a …
Read More »What Happens To You When You Accidentally Eat Watermelon Seed?
We’ve all accomplished the snapshot of shock while gnawing into a watermelon and suddenly experiencing a seed. Our prompt response might be a blend of frenzy and the desire to rapidly let it out. In any case, there’s compelling reason need to stress. Incidentally drinking a watermelon seed is probably …
Read More »Low or high amount of alcohol could increase risk of over 60 diseases, new study finds
Any amount of alcohol could increase the risk of developing at least one of more than 60 diseases, according to new research published Thursday, June 8 in the journal Nature Medicine. The 512,000 study participants, of whom 41% were men, were recruited from 10 areas across China. Oxford …
Read More »Asuogyaman District: Pupils of Adomi basic school study on bare floor
Pupils of Adomi D/A Basic school at Adomi, a suburb of Atimpoku in the Asuogyaman District of the Eastern Region, have no access to furniture such as dual desks to study on. The lack of furniture in the school has forced students at the lower and upper primary levels to …
Read More »UBA Ghana Interacts with customers In Kumasi
Regional CEO for West Africa, Chris Ofikulu has met trading businesses in Kumasi as part of ongoing customer engagement sessions. The customers were drawn from the six Business Offices in the Ashanti Region. Chris intimated that, the essence of the meeting was to appreciate them, assess the experience levels …
Read More »Here’s why sleeping with your phone in bed can affect your health
Sleeping with your phone near you can be harmful to your body functions and tend to limit the production of many significant hormones. Place the phone several feet away from your bed if you’re not going to switch it off. It has become a trend, especially for young people to …
Read More »Saglemi Housing case: Court orders ‘sick’ Alhaji Yakubu to appear in court within 48 hours
The High Court in Accra has ordered the former Chief Director of the Ministry of Water Resources, Works and Housing, Alhaji Ziblim Yakubu to appear before the court within 48 hours to respond to charges. Alhaji Ziblim Yakubu is the third accused person in a case in which he and …
Read More »Cocoa prices reach 6-year high amid supply concerns
The global cocoa market experienced a surge in prices during April 2023, reaching a six-year high in both the London and New York markets, according to the April 2023 cocoa report by the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO). Prices of the front-month [May 2023] cocoa futures contract rose by 5 percent …
Read More »Restore licences of banks killed for political reasons – Pianim
Renowned economist, Kwame Pianim has opined that commercial banks that were ‘wrongly’ collapsed due to political reasons must be granted back their operating licenses following the clean-up undertaken by the Bank of Ghana. He believes that once it has been proven that these banks were collapsed for the said political …
Read More »NPA seizes 181,000 litres of smuggled crude oil and diesel in Western Region
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has reported the confiscation of a substantial amount of smuggled crude oil and diesel in the Western Region between January and April 2023. During separate operations conducted by the Ghana Navy and Marine Police, a total of 108,000 litres of diesel and 73,000 litres of …
Read More »TUC to report Sunon Asogli to International Labour Conference
Organised Labour has served notice of reporting the management of Sunon Asogli Limited to the International Labour Conference (ILC) on June 9, 2023. Addressing the media after a meeting in Accra on Thursday, June 1, the group expressed its disbelief that such injustice could be perpetrated in Ghana 67 years …
Read More »Achimota School is still in Appeals Court to get Rasta student out – Report
Even though Rastafarian student Tyrone Iras Marhguy has been added to the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) team of Achimota School and is set to lead the team due to his exceptional brilliance and discipline, the school and the Attorney General, with support from old students association of the …
Read More »Teacher licensing law will collapse our business – GNAPS
The Ashanti Regional wing of the Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) has bemoaned the inclusion of teachers in private schools in the enforcement of the teacher licensing law. According to the association, the enforcement of the teacher licensing law to cover private school teachers will lead to the …
Read More »Finance Minister sues Captain Smart for defamation, seeks GH¢10 million in damages
Minister of Finance Ken Ofori-Atta has instituted legal action against radio and TV show host Captain Smart for recent comments that the minister was a direct beneficiary of recently released bailout funds from a global lender. In a High Court writ dated Friday, June 2, 2023 and sighted by GhanaWeb, the minister’s lawyer …
Read More »ECG and NEDCo release tariff reckoner for new power tariffs
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) have released the tariff reckoner to guide consumers following the recently approved 18.6 percent increment in electricity tariffs by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC). The two entities have encouraged power consumers to go through the guide …
Read More »Property rate: GRA exempt churches, schools, cemeteries others
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has exempted churches, cemeteries, and schools, among others registered with the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) from the payment of property rate. According to the GRA, the Local Governance Act 2016 (Act 936) mandates all persons and corporate bodies who own immovable properties to …
Read More »Ministry of Health Assures Zipline of Government’s Continuous Support
In a bid to enhance the delivery of critical medical supplies to health facilities, the Ministry of Health has assured Zipline, the renowned drone delivery service company, of government’s unwavering support in ensuring the sustainability of its operations. The assurance came during an event held at the Zipline Omenako Hub, …
Read More »U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Rallies Support for Zipline Operations
United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia E. Palmer The United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia E. Palmer, has asked global healthcare players and governments within the sub-region to invest in the operations of Zipline so that it can extend its services more targeted areas throughout the nation. Ambassador …
Read More »Successful partnership with Government helped our growth in Ghana – Zipline General Manager
The General Manager of Zipline, Mawuli Atiemo, has attributed the company’s exceptional growth in Ghana to a successful partnership with the government, which has resulted in the delivery of over 370,000 medical supplies from its 6 distribution centers in Ghana since it began operations in 2019. Mr. …
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