An Accra High Court has told undercover investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas that what he practices is not investigative journalism, but “investigative terrorism.’’ This was after the court dismissed a GHC25 million defamatory suit the journalist brought against the Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong. According to a report by …

  The celebration of women’s month presents yet another opportune time to spark conversations on womens economic empowerment. When women are economically empowered, they are equipped with the education, training, and skills they need to get a job, earn an income and become a life support within their various communities. …

Parliament’s Select Committee has issued a number of conditions under which government’s decision to reintroduce road tolls will be accepted. Minister of finance Ken Ofori-Atta in a letter to the Roads Minister Kwasi Amoako-Atta has proposed about 85% increment in previous rates before the suspension of tolling. Speaking to Starr …

The Rotational Nurses and Midwives Association (RNMA) in Ghana are calling on government to pay them their allowances. Rotational Nurses and Midwives are newly qualified health professionals who are obliged do a mandatory one-year national service within the various hospitals across the country. The Rotational Nurses and Midwives number about …

Vice President of IMANI Africa, Bright Simons, has asserted that private power producers who supply more than 50% of the country’s electricity have given government a 3-week ultimatum to start paying its arrears of about $1.5 billion. He noted that the failure of the government to settle its debt will lead …

The Ministry of Finance has made a proposal for new road and bridge tolls across the country. This is ahead of the reintroduction of tolls in the country. In a statement made available via UTV, the Ministry of Finance stated that this is based on Section 6 of Act 1080. …

As part of its efforts to strengthen relations with African nations, US Vice President, Kamala Harris is scheduled to embark on a tour of the continent at the end of March. As contained in a statement by the Press Secretary of the US government, Kirsten Allen, Harris and her husband, …

The Minister for Education, Dr Yaw Adutwum, has cautioned the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) and Principals of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Institutions, against preventing students from reporting to school for their studies due to their inability to procure items on the various prospectus …

Prof. Ho Quoc Nam, Chairman of IEFS (left) and Dejan Stancer, Chairman of GCBL (right)     The Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) has as part of efforts to open up the world to trade and economic partnerships, entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with one of the leading …

    Philip Acquah, an Assistant Commissioner in Charge of VAT Administration with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), has remarked that migration of businesses unto the E-VAT system is scheduled to end on 31st December 2024.   The pilot phase, which started with 50 taxpayers across different sectors, was completed …

Given that most bodily functions need glucose for proper functioning, diabetes is a disease that has far-reaching consequences. One of the most significant challenges for a diabetic is learning to control their blood sugar levels. The terrible problems that arise from having a blood sugar level that is consistently greater …

The Paediatric Society of Ghana is worried that the current economic hardship is leading to malnutrition in Ghana. According to the group, more people are finding it difficult to eat two square meals a day. “Already, we have an issue with malnutrition because of the current hardships in the country,” …

A final year Auto Mechanic Student of Have Senior Technical Institute in Afadjato South District of the Volta Region is battling for his life after he was bitten by a snake while going to prep in the evening. The student, named Constant, after being bitten on Saturday, March 11, 2023, …

Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has challenged the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) and Principals of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Institutions to improve their educational outcomes or stand the risk of having their institutions closed down. He explained that a school with a …

  The origin For over a century, the world has earmarked 8th March as a day to champion the rights of women and make their demands known. It was sparked by unrest among women in 1908 during which time oppression and inequality had spurred. The following year, 1909, witnessed the …

Students of the Tamale Technical University have kicked against a 15 percent increment in their tuition fees by management. According to the students, the increment was done by management without the consent of the Students Representative Council (SRC). The students, in registering their displeasure with the increment boycotted lectures, today, …

Have you visited Ghanaian real estate classifieds websites Meqasa or JiJi and wondered who exactly buys those houses? You’re not alone. Many listed prices are prohibitive. Even an apartment listed at 50,000 USD is equivalent to over 376,000 Ghana Cedis. Many houses are priced over 500,000 USD which is overly …

The use of vagina-tightening chemicals is dangerous and could increase the risk of contracting cervical cancer, Dr. Mrs. Anita Owusu-Afriyie, a Medical Officer at the Oncology Department, International Maritime Hospital (IMaH) has stated and cautioned women. She said most of the vagina wash chemicals were harmful and deprived the reproductive …

    The book which was recently published to highlight the importance of diversity in the workplace has become an Amazon bestseller in record time, taking the number one spot on the best-selling list within just few days of its publication.   Titled: ‘Lady Diversity Power: Why Diversity Is The …

  President Akufo-Addo has lauded his government’s decision to introduce drones in healthcare delivery, positioning the country as the host of the world’s largest medical drone delivery network. President Akufo-Addo said this in the State of the Nation address delivered on March 8, 2023, at the Parliament House, where he …

    UBA Ghana hosted a special International Women’s Day event to celebrate and empower the women and reaffirm its mission to champion gender equality across the network of banks. The March 8 event featured two of Ghana’s powerful and renowned speakers: Rev. DR. Joyce Aryee, CEO of Salt & …

    The Chairman of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL), Dejan Stancer, has called for women around the world to be given top posts in multilateral institutions like the United Nations (UN), the International Atomic Energy Agency  and the World Bank.     Mr. Stancer made the call …

Makola is an iconic landmark in the capital city of Ghana, Accra. It is the largest and most popular open-air market in the city, with hundreds of vendors offering everything from fresh produce to electronics and more. Recently, the majority of these stores have made the decision to go online, …

  The Twifo Atti-Morkwa 2020 overall district best farmer who double as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Show Bouy’s Farms and Headmaster of Afedzi D/A Primary School in the central region, Mr. Isaac Agyiri popularly known as “Show Boy” has present a set of jerseys, football, captain hand-band etc to …

British Airways flight attendant ‘is raped during stopover in Barbados’   A flight attendant was allegedly raped in her hotel room in Barbados during a stopover.   The stewardess is said to have been drinking with colleagues on the Caribbean island when a man who was known to her joined their group. …

Dr Derrick Darko, a Medical Officer at the International Maritime Hospital (IMaH) has stated that stress is one of the risk factors for hypertension in pregnancy and therefore advised them against it. The IMaH Medical Officer said being pregnant comes with a lot of stress therefore, women must do their …

For good health, one must have adequate sleep. There isn’t really a right time to go to bed because it differs on each person. According to studies, going to bed at the same hour each night is beneficial for the body since it promotes sound sleep. This article will show …

There are two nipples in each human breast. Polymastia or polythelia is the medical term for when a person has multiple sets of nipples. Studies reveal that women are more likely to experience this illness than males are, and its rarity means that you won’t encounter it very often. In …

A Brazilian Construction firm “Contractor” has terminated appointments of over 1,500 construction workers employed for the Construction of the Kumasi Central Market, Kumasi International airport, and the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospitals Mother and Baby Units (MBU). The firm from December 2022 commenced staff appointment termination in monthly batches in accordance …

The Ghana Education Service (GES) Director of the Garu District of the Upper East Region, Philip Fredrick Alale, dropped unconscious during the 66th Independence Day celebration parade. It happened while Mr Alale was standing on the dais with other dignitaries. Adom News’ Halidas Dasmani reports Mr Alale stood in the scorching …