Banks with a capital adequacy ratio (CAR) of less than 10 percent of their assets have been asked to submit plans for recapitalisation, Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Ernest Addison has disclosed. The ratio – a principal financial soundness indicator – demonstrates banks ‘ ability to finance their long-term capital expenditures and ventures, and …
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Common Reasons Why People Die While Sleeping
According to verywellhealth article, many people regularly die while sleeping, yet few understand why this occurs. Many people all around the world don’t know the real causes of sleep-related deaths. 1. A heart attack, which prevents the heart from pumping blood and oxygen to the rest of the body, is …
Read More »Binduri Community SHS female students sexually harassed due to lack of boarding facilities
The Headmaster of the Binduri Community Day Senior High School (SHS) in the Binduri District of the Upper East Region, Nabrose Emmanuel, has appealed to stakeholders in the educational sector to come to the aid of the school. The headmaster wants a dormitory facility put up for the school to …
Read More »Effects Of Oranges On People Who Are Suffering From High Blood Pressure
According to healthline An orange is always available in Nigeria. Because oranges are so common, many people fail to realize the positive impact they can have on their health if they are consumed on a regular basis. High blood pressure patients, among others, may benefit from a diet rich in oranges, …
Read More »Basic school heads lament 2years non-payment of capitation grant
Conference of Heads of Basic Schools is lamenting the non-payment of capitation grant meant for the operationalization of basic schools for the past two years. The association explains that the situation is crippling the progress of teaching and learning in schools. Speaking to Citi News, the General Secretary of the Conference …
Read More »Types of Cancer That Can Cause Lower Abdominal Pain in Women
Ladies, did you know that persistent pain in your lower abdomen could be a sign of something much more serious? Cancer is a scary word, but it’s important to be aware of the types of cancer that can cause this discomfort. So, let’s dive into this CDC publication and uncover the types …
Read More »Most TB patients fail to ensure successful treatment – DOTs coordinator expresses worry
Mr Bismark Sarpong, TB Coordinator at the Direct Observed Treatments (DOTs), Pokuase Health Centre has expressed worry about the failure of TB patients not successfully completing their treatments. Mr Sarpong said most patients stopped treatment two weeks after they had begun treatment even though the treatment journey was for six …
Read More »What can Cause Damage To The Eyes
According to Healthline Bad behaviors can have a significant impact on a person’s health in a number of areas, including their eyesight. According to Webmd, there are a few routine activities that we all partake in that may be harming our vision even if we are not aware of it. Some …
Read More »Banks cash reserve ratio back to 14%
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Ernest Addsion, has announced a reversal of the cash reserve ratio on local currency deposits for banks, raising it from 12 percent to 14 percent effective April 13 as part of measures aimed at addressing the mopping-up of excess liquidity in the market, The banking …
Read More »‘We support Ghana’s IMF move, will keep pushing creditors for debt cuts’ – US Vice President
US Vice President Kamala Harris has said the American government is in full support of Ghana’s talks with the International Monetary Fund for a bailout. She also announced during a joint press conference with Ghanaian leader Nana Akufo-Addo at the Jubilee House on Monday, 27 March 2023, as part of …
Read More »Group of women that are likely to develop breast cancer in their life
Infecting over 500,000 women each year, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women. Breast cells begin to multiply sporadically, expand unnaturally, and build up into a mass that is often recognised as a hard lump when breast cancer first appears (or in another manifestation of symptoms). …
Read More »Otumfuo Gold Coin project: Asanteman to institute taskforce to combat galamsey
The Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Coin project is instituting measures for the formation of a task force to combat illegal gold mining (galamsey) in the Ashanti Region. The task force, to be known as Asanteman Task Force Against Illegal Mining, will be a corporate social responsibility initiative of the Otumfuo Commemorative …
Read More »Why Cardiac Arrests Happen In The Bathroom Often
Cardiac arrest is a medical emergency that can be deadly if not treated in time. This life-threatening condition is caused when your heart suddenly stops beating. According to healthline, When cardiac arrest occurs in the bathroom, it can be especially dangerous due to the fact that the patient is often …
Read More »These three Ashanti men are said to own some of Ghana’s biggest malls
The Ashanti people of Ghana are noted for their industrious nature and rich culture. A number of Ashantis have made great strides in the field of business and commerce, both locally and even on the international stages. A post shared by The Asante Nation on Facebook highlights the achievements of …
Read More »20 Biggest money scams of all time
Scamming naive people who are hoping to make a quick profit is a practice that opportunists have been undertaking for thousands of years. As the times have changed, however, the scams and those perpetrating them, have evolved. From modern-day multi-layered marketing companies to multi-million dollar carpet cleaning companies that don’t …
Read More »Here are the top 5 richest families in Ghana with over $500 million net worth
Ghana has always been touted as one of the best places to do business due to its peaceful, stable and evolving business climate. This has proven to be true over the years as the country has seen various foreigners set up multi-million-dollar businesses in Ghana. However, a number of Ghanaian …
Read More »The Need for Enhanced Policy Changes and Local Investment in the United Arab Emirates-Israeli Private Sector Partnership
Author: Samuel Shay is an International Business Expert and Chairman of leading Israeli tech firm, Gulf Technologies Systems As my activities in the Gulf region increase, the need for future cooperation between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, (UAE) emphasizes the importance of policy changes, required from …
Read More »The Artificial Intelligence Paradox: Hindering or Accelerating Extraterrestrial Intervention for Technological Advancement in our life via The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Foreign Intervention and Technological Advancement
The author: Samuel Shay, is an international business expert and Chairman of leading Israeli tech firm, Gulf Technologies Systems The entry of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into our lives has brought about a seismic shift in how we approach technology, research, and collaboration. As AI continues to evolve and become …
Read More »Hypertension, diabetes are leading causes of death in Accra
A review of causes of morbidities in the Greater Accra Region shows that hypertension and diabetes were the leading causes of death in the region in 2022. Data from the Non-Communicable Disease Control Programme of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) indicate that 138,425 persons, representing five percent of the population …
Read More »Korle Bu records 15 tuberculosis cases every day
Tuberculosis (TB) is growing at an alarming rate in Ghana in spite of awareness and treatment options in health facilities. According to reports, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital alone records 15 TB cases a day and 30 people die of the disease every month. Principal Nursing Officer at the Chest Unit …
Read More »FDA issues alert on two eyedrops
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has warned the public against the use of two eyedrop products Ezricare Artificial Tears and Delsam Pharma’s Artificial Tears. The directive, according to the authority, is due to the deadly effect of the products in the United States. In a public notice, FDA said the US …
Read More »‘Momoni’ has no nutritional value – Dietician
A dietician at the Meridian Medical Centre, Forzia Baidoo has cautioned Ghanaians against the consumption of putrefied fish, known in the Akan parlance as momoni, kako or koobi. Momoni, literary translated as “stinking fish” is any fish left to start fermenting in tropical heat for 6–10 hours, then salted for 1–2 …
Read More »Global Chamber of Business Leaders Appoints Laila Rahhal El Atfani As Member of Board of Advisors
The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) has announced the appointment of Her Excellency Laila Rahhal El Atfani as a member of its Board of Advisors. H.E. Laila Rahhal El Atfani is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Business Gate Dubai and I am Africa Platform. …
Read More »UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA HONOURED BY THE PRESIDENT AT THE NATIONAL HONOURS AND AWARDS 2023
United Bank for Africa (Ghana) Ltd has been recognized by President Nana Akufo-Addo for the distinguished roles it played during the fight to contain the Covid-19 Pandemic. The award was presented at the 2023 National Honours and Awards held at the Accra International Conference Centre. The Bank donated an …
Read More »Wenchi: Headmistress closes down school over her missing GHC2k
The Headmistress for MalamKrom L/A Primary School in the Wenchi Municipality of the Bono Region, Madam Gifty Pomaa has allegedly suspended teaching and learning activities over her missing GHC 2,000 at her bungalow, reports reaching MyNewGH.com suggests. The Headmistress according to a report by Kumasi-based Angel FM, closed the school …
Read More »Parliament pays GH¢8m of GH¢13m power debt to escape ECG disconnection
But for a partial payment of GH¢8 million of some GH¢13 million it owes power distributor Electricity Company of Ghana, the parliament of Ghana would have been taken off the national grid by the state utility company on Monday, March 20, 2023. The revenue mobilisation task force of ECG was …
Read More »Ghana Airport Company pays GH¢10m of GH¢28m debt owed ECG to avoid being disconnected
The Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) has reportedly paid GH¢10 million out of the GH¢28 million debts it owes the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to avoid be disconnected from the national power supply. According to a report by JoyNews, the GH¢10 million was paid on Monday, March 20, 2023, …
Read More »Parliament, ECG hold crunch talks to avert ‘dumsor’ in the House
Ghana’s parliament is holding talks with officials from the Electricity Company of Ghana over a GH¢13 million debt owed to the power distribution company. The development comes after ECG on Monday, March 20, 2023, embarked on a nationwide revenue mobilisation exercise with a focus on all categories of customers including …
Read More »Ghana’s cocoa pricing system has encouraged smuggling – COCOBOD
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has acknowledged that Ghana’s relatively low cocoa pricing is one of the contributing factors to the increase in cocoa smuggling into neighbouring countries. This situation has led to significant financial losses to the country and the destitution of cocoa farmers. “It is serious. At the …
Read More »Kejetia market reopens tomorrow for business after fire incident
The Kejetia market will be reopened for business tomorrow, Tuesday, 21 March 2023, after a fire explosion swept through some 33 shops of the 8,000-shop avenue last week. The reopening was disclosed by Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia when he visited the fire scene in the Ashanti Region. The announcement of …
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