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Prospective teacher trainees to write entrance exams from 2023

Applicants seeking admissions into Colleges of Education in Ghana will from 2023 be expected to write an entrance exam. The exam will be based on two core subjects; Mathematics and English. The Chief Director at the Ministry of Education, Divine Ayidzoe, disclosed this at a conference on teacher training with stakeholders. Mr …

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LIVESTREAMED: Ken Ofori-Atta announces Ghana’s domestic debt exchange

Minister of Finance Ken Ofori-Atta has been announcing measures to be contained in Ghana’s Domestic Debt programme. Speaking at a press briefing today, December 4, 2022; he outlined different measures as relates to among others Treasury Bills, other domestic bonds etc. “Your T-bills are safe. Treasury bills are totally exempted …

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2022 WASSCE results prove Free SHS is working well – Akufo-Addo

The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has described the results of the 2022 batch of students who wrote the West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) as the best in the last eight years. According to President Akufo-Addo, “six (6) years on following the implementation of the …

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New Sunyani Airport terminal building planned for 2023 – Ofori-Atta

The old terminal building at the recently inaugurated Sunyani Airport is to be remodeled and expanded to accommodate the expected increase in passenger throughput. The facility was officially inaugurated on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, after a seven-year closure to allow for an extensive renovation of the domestic airport sited in …

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Tingling in your feet? know the possible causes

The human body keeps reacting in some way or the other depending upon various internal and external factors. Sometimes, you fall sick and that’s because maybe your body is fighting some unwanted foreign elements or viruses. However, sometimes there are issues that may not be serious or need immediate attention, …

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Effects of Plantain on people with High Blood Pressure

According to healthline Food is necessary for survival, but not all consumables are created equal in terms of their positive effects on human health. From a health point of view, cooked meals are better than fried or roasted ones. I’ll discuss how plantains can lower your blood pressure using research …

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GRA clears air on imposition of luxury vehicle levy

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has debunked a social media report suggesting the outfit has imposed levies on luxury vehicles. GRA has described the reports as completely false and has urged the public to disregard them. “The attention of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has been drawn to a purported letter …

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Healthy Breakfast for people with High Blood Pressure

  Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is treatable by alterations in lifestyle factors like food and exercise. A good breakfast can set you up for a productive day. Eating a healthy breakfast will provide you greater stamina for the rest of the day. Those suffering from hypertension might do well …

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HIV/AIDS has killed 40.1million of world population

HIV/AIDS has killed up to 40.1 million people and infected 84.2 million over the past 40 years. Up till now there is still no cure for the epidemic, there are many effective HIV prevention, treatment and care options that can enhance the quality of life. In the year 2010, new …

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What Are The Causes Of Chest Pain?

Chest pain shows up in many forms, ranging from a sharp stab to a dull ache. Sometimes chest pain feels crushing or burning. In certain situations, the pain moves up to the neck, into the jaw, and then spreads to the back or down one or both arms. Several different …

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The Best Times To Eat Dates For Maximum Benefits

  Here are the ideal times to consume dates for optimal health advantages, according to Healthline: During breakfast Dates are a fantastic way to add more natural sweetness and fiber to your diet in the morning. Furthermore, the high fiber content of these foods may keep you full and satisfied …

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NHIA boss cautions healthcare providers charging illegal fees

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Chief Executive, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye has said the decision to revoke the licences of credentialed healthcare providers charging illegal fees is non-negotiable. According to him, the NHIA is paying one and a half billion cedis annually to healthcare providers for claims submitted to the Authority for …

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Tractor assembly plant to be established in Ghana – Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akubila-Addo has revealed that Ghana will soon get a tractor assembling plant. Akufo-Addo made this revelation while speaking at the 38th National Farmers’ Day celebration at Koforidua. He mentioned that plans are far advanced towards the establishment of a tractor manufacturing farm in Ghana. Akufo-Addo said …

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Basic essentials your minimum wage cannot afford in Ghana today

The National Tripartite Committee reviewed the minimum wage for workers in Ghana to GH¢14.88 starting from January 2023. The GH¢14.88 minimum wage shows a GH¢1.35 increase from the GH¢13.53 minimum wage in 2022. A minimum wage is a wage below which no worker in Ghana should be paid. A statement …

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