A 32-year-old woman, Grace Marfo has lost one of her breasts after she fell into a blazing fire. Grace Marfo who is epileptic patient is suffering from various burnt injuries as a result of the accident that has left her with some deformities. Speaking in an interview with AMBASSADOR TV …
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2022 World Cup: Ghana’s new recruits didn’t make impact – BBC analysis
Ghana had a bad outing at the just-ended 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The Black Stars finished bottom of Group H with Portugal topping whiles South Korea finsihed second ahead of Uruguay on goal difference – both teams finished with four points apiece. The Black Stars recorded three points from …
Read More »Factors That Can Lead To Smelly Urine
While research has shown that smelly pee can sometimes be a sign of a health issue, particularly if the smell does not go away, human urine typically has a terrible odor. The following medical disorders, according to Medicalnewstoday, can make urine to smell badly. 1. Diabetes. The body’s ability to produce urine …
Read More »Organized labour declares indefinite strike over debt exchange programme
Organized labour has declared an indefinite strike starting December 27, 2022. According to the labour unions, they will only rescind their decision when pension funds are exempted from the domestic debt exchange programme. According to Atinka News source, the decision to embark on the strike was reached after a meeting …
Read More »LIVESTREAMED: Ken Ofori-Atta holds press briefing on the economy
The Ministry of Finance is holding a press conference to provide an update on the Ghanaian economy. This comes after Ghana and the International Monetary Fund on December 13 reached a staff-level agreement for an amount of US$3 billion under an Extended Credit Facility covering a three-year period. Although the agreement is …
Read More »Reduce prices now – Nana Addo appeals to traders
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is appealing to the business community to reduce the prices of goods and services as the cedi regains its strength. The Ghana cedi in the past week has gained some significant strength against the US dollar with prices of fuel also recording substantial reduction. According …
Read More »Gov’t suspends payment of external debts
The government has announced suspension of all debt service payments under certain categories of the country’s external debt, pending an orderly restructuring of the affected obligations. This suspension will include the payments on the country’s Eurobonds; commercial term loans; and on most of the country’s bilateral debt. This suspension, according …
Read More »GTEC approves 15% fees adjustment for Public Tertiary Education Institutions
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has confirmed the approval of fees and charges in Public Tertiary Education Institutions for the 2022/23 Academic Year. In a letter copied to the Minister of Education, it says all public tertiary institutions may adjust their fees for the academic year by up to …
Read More »3 possible causes of pain in the vagina
Vaginal pain or spasm may be due to a myriad of conditions, and its symptoms can differ relying on the underlying cause. Depending on the condition, you may suffer from female organ itching, pain while having intercourse, and soreness of the female organ, to mention a few. According to MedicalNewsToday publication, possible …
Read More »Symptoms Of Monkeypox And How It Can Be Treated
Monkeypox is a disease caused by a virus. This is a zoonotic disease, which simply means that it can be transmitted from animal to human and human to animal. Monkeypox is characterized by a fever swollen lymph nodes, and a widespread rash. The rashes cause many lesions, which can appear …
Read More »15.3% reduction in transport fares takes effect from tomorrow
The implementation of a 15.3 percent reduction in transport fares will take effect from Monday, December 19, 2022. A list containing the new prices has been released accordingly. This follows a decision by the Public transport operators under the various drivers’ unions in Ghana to reduce transport fares by 15.3 …
Read More »Eye Damage: Foods You Should Avoid Consuming On A Regular Basis To Stay Safe
Even young people today frequently experience eye problems. This is definitely unusual, and it might be a result of what they eat. Yes, the state of your eyes is significantly influenced by your diet. However, a variety of foods can help in preventing eyesight problems brought on by aging. However, …
Read More »How to reduce your risk for Tuberculosis [TB]
According to Healthline, reducing your exposure to people who have active TB is one way to reduce your risk, but this isn’t always possible. In line with a publication on Healthline, here are ways to reduce your risk for tuberculosis: 1. If you’re going to be travelling to a foreign country …
Read More »Why Older Men Should Chew Pawpaw Seeds Regularly
Papaya also known as pawpaw is a fruit beloved for both its delicious flavor and exceptional nutrient profile. Unfortunately, many people often discard its seeds and favor the fruit’s sweet flesh. What they don’t realize is that the seeds are not only edible but also highly nutritious. However, some side effects …
Read More »Unregulated drones pose danger to security of airlines and passengers – GCAA
The proliferation of drones and their unregulated use within the country’s airspace poses a threat to the safety and security of airlines and passengers, the Director-General (D-G) of Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of Ghana, Mr Charles Kraikue has said. He said the operation of these drones did not only …
Read More »Gunmen set ablaze high court, destroy files
Imo State high court in Orlu was on Saturday, December 17, set ablaze by gunmen who targeted part of the structure housing sensitive documents. Daily Trust reported that the complex is housing both the high court and a magistrates’ court. It was also learnt that the Orlu high court which …
Read More »GPRTU reduces transport fares by 15.3%
The Ghana Private Road and Transport Operators (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council have concorded to reduce transport fares by 15.3 percent. The reduction takes effect on Monday, December 19, Stakeholders reached an agreement after a series of negotiations. Commuters raised concerns about transport reduction when the price …
Read More »Kin Frenzee shoots music video with popular Denmark influencer
Ghanaian versatile Musician Francis Kingsley Prah popularly known as Kin Frenzee over the week shot a music video with popular Denmark influencer Ellen Baby. The song for the music video is titled Odopa which talks about distance relationships and how people miss their loved ones in the diaspora Weeks ago, …
Read More »How bleaching destroys your skin and health
The appeal of lighter skin may seem irresistible but here are the hidden dangers of bleaching creams and why you’re doing more harm than good. The psychological effects behind bleaching cannot be overstated. From lack of self-esteem to the idea that lighter skin makes one more beautiful. Between colourism and …
Read More »Abossey Okai spare parts dealers reduce prices of their wares
As the cedi keeps racing fast behind the dollar, spare parts dealers have reduced prices of their wares by about 10% to 20%. The Chairman of the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association, Clement Boateng in an interview with Joy News’ The Pulse on Thursday, said spare parts dealers had since Monday, …
Read More »A lot of women are bitter because men will keep them for 3 years without marrying them – lady reveals
A lot of women get frustrated when they spend time in a relationship without it leading to marriage. They feel that their time has been wasted and this makes them bitter toward men. Relationship expert, Blessing CEO has stated that men keeping women for one or more years without marrying …
Read More »GRA arrest top executives of two companies for tax fraud
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has apprehended two top executives of two companies in the Eastern Region for allegedly producing and distributing products with a falsified and altered excise tax stamp of the Authority. The two were the directors of J. H. Riches Company, situated in Nkurakan and producing and …
Read More »Drivers agree to reduce transport fares by over 15 percent
Public transport operators under the various drivers’ unions in Ghana have agreed to reduce transport fares by 15.3 percent. The Road Transport Operators, in a statement jointly issued by the General Secretary of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Godfred Abulbire and the General Secretary of Ghana Road Transport …
Read More »ATO ESSIEN: WHEN JAIL IS NOT ENOUGH
For what shall it profit a legal system if it is only interested in jailing accused people when the law says you can recover stolen cash as well? The Ato Essien case in which the former MD of Capital Bank stole millions of cedis from ‘his’ own bank …
Read More »Transport fares to go down by 10% December 19
The Concerned Drivers Association has announced a 10 per cent reduction in transport fares. This was contained in a statement issued by the association on Friday, 16 December 2022. According to the association, it has “noticed the significant reduction in fuel prices at the pumps.” It indicated: “Despite the reduction, …
Read More »Cambridge Dictionary changes the definition of ‘woman’ and ‘man’ to include transgender
Screenshot of the the updated definition of gender The Cambridge Dictionary has changed the definition of “man” and “woman” to include a new definition for people who do not identify with the sex they were assigned at birth. The definition of “man” is now “an adult who lives and identifies …
Read More »Zipline and the Government of Rwanda Announce a New Partnership to Serve the Entire Country with Instant Logistics
The Government of Rwanda plans to make nearly 2 million instant Zipline deliveries and fly more than 200 million autonomous kilometers by 2029 . Zipline’s first customer is adding new locations and opening up its service for any government entity to use, including the finance, e-commerce and …
Read More »4 foods to help you prevent body odour
When odour starts having a foul scent, then there should be cause for alarm because it can be very embarrassing. Even if you are someone who showers every day, there may be a hint of body odour by the end of the day. This happens because you go out in …
Read More »Fuel prices to go down from December 16
The Institute for Energy Security (IES) has projected a significant fall in prices of petroleum products beginning Friday, December 16, 2022. The IES indicates that the expected fall follows the continuous appreciation of the cedi against the US dollar in recent times and the continued price falls recorded on the …
Read More »UG sacks all ‘Vandals’, male Sarbah Hall residents over recent clashes
Management of the University of Ghana has revoked the accommodation of all continuing male members of Commonwealth Hall and the Mensah Sarbah Hall after the latest clashes involving these two halls on campus. In a statement signed by the Registrar of the University, the residents are to be randomly assigned …
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