The Ghana Union of Traders Association has suspended its strike action, according to a statement signed by the General Secretary of the Association, Alpha A. Shaban. The decision, according to the release comes on the back of a meeting with the King of the Ga State, Mantse Nii Tackie Teiko …

Steve H. Hanke a professor of Applied Economics at the Johns Hopkins University, has reiterated his point that the managers of the Ghanaian economy need to establish a currency board in order to save the fallen cedi against the dollar. The Professor, who is based in the US, for some …

Cardiac arrest is defined as the sudden suspension or cessation of the electrical action of the heart. It is possible for a person to go into cardiac arrest due to a number of different circumstances, some of which have to do with a family history of heart disease and some …

Following the exit of Prof Kwasi Opoku-Amankwa as Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has replaced him with Dr. Eric Nkansah. His appointment was confirmed in an October 19 letter signed by Secretary of the President, Nana Asante Bediatuo. According to a profile on the …

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) will, on Monday, 24 October 2022, announce new transport fares across the country. The Head of Communications of the Union, Mr Abass Ibrahim Moro, said this in an interview with the media. He said the union was earlier targeting a 30 to 40 …

The Chamber of Pharmacy Ghana has announced the adoption of the Cash and Carry regime for the supply of pharmaceutical products to government and other institutions. The Chamber, including the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers, Importers and Suppliers say, the current economic downturn including the exchange rate is telling on their business hence …

The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) is against the appointment of Dr Eric Nkansah as the new Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES). According to the association, Dr Eric Nkansah is a banker who has no background in teaching hence the reason they reject his appointment. Addressing a …

    AfriMass, a thought leadership and knowledge sharing platform, hosts the 4th edition of its annual ideas trade summit on 28th October, 2022 at the Multi choice-DSTV lounge, Abelenkpe. This years theme SHIFT IN MEDIA CONSUMPTION A MARKETING RETHINK spotlights the challenges and opportunities in the continuous existence of …

One of the most vital organs in your body is the liver. It exerts tremendous effort to keep you active and healthy. Food digestion and the removal of toxins from the body are two of the liver’s most significant tasks. The following is a list of the foods you should …

Bananas are among the most popular fruits around the globe. They are very tasteful and equally nutritious. They contain carbohydrates, fiber, manganese, potassium, vitamins B6, C, among others. According to Healthline, a medium size banana, about ( 118 g) contain about 105 calories, 27 g of carbs, 1 g of proteins, …

Fruits are generally considered nutritious and incredibly healthy. One of their oft-touted benefits is their high levels of natural sugars, which are believed to be healthier alternatives to added sugars, found in many sugar-sweetened beverages, and whose intake has been linked to increased risk of health issues such as diabetes, …

Health professionals have been reminded to desist from breaching the confidentiality agreement they have with patients, especially those with HIV/AIDS, by disclosing their status to third parties since they risk being sued and jailed by the courts. Mr Joseph Kweku Addae, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for the Christian Health Association …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed Dr. Eric Nkansah to act as the new Director-General of the Ghana Education Service. His appointment takes effect Wednesday, October 19, 2022. The appointment according to a statement signed by Secretary of the President, Nana Asante Bediatuo, is in consonance with Section 19 (1), (2) …

  We eat so many different things daily, and we don’t realize how many are actually harmful to our bodies. It’s vital for you to know which food products are best for your life and diet, which is why we have compiled a list for you. Make sure you remove …

  UTI is common during monsoons as it provides ideas environment for bacteria to prosper. Here are some common causes of urinary tract infections and ways to prevent the infection. UTI refers to an infection in any part of the urinary system.(Freepik) UTI refers to an infection in any part …

A candidate sitting for the 2022 Basic Education Certificate Examination at Barekese in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District of the Ashanti Region was forced to defecate on himself during examination hours. The 14-year-old student identified as a student of Fufou D/A Junior High School is said to have sought permission …

    What purpose is the office of the president hoping to achieve by establishing a whole communication directorate and appoint Mr. Eugene Arhin to be the head of the directorate at the presidency? What is his core mandate/duty as the director of communications at the presidency? For what purpose …

The President of Breast Care International (BCI) Dr Mrs Beatrice Wiafe Addai has urged men to fondle their spouses’ breasts not only for pleasure but to assist in detecting any abnormalities in the breasts.   She said men who always “play” with the breasts are in better positions to alert …

Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, a member of the governing NPP, has advised members of the party not to play politics of equalisation with inflation figures and to only treat Ghanaians as voters in an election year. According to him, this is not the time that NPP members should play politics of …

Shatta Wale’s 38th birthday bash happened last night inside his newly unveiled Glass Haus in Accra where all the pretty damsels in Ghana showed up in grand style. Scores of slay queens known as SM Divas brought their game to play as they thronged the venue in scantily-clad outfits that …

More than 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV. It’s different for everybody, but with treatment, many can expect to live a long, productive life. The most important thing is to start antiretroviral treatment as soon as possible. By taking medications exactly as prescribed, people living with HIV …

Members of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) will today, Wednesday, close shops in Accra to protest deteriorating economic situation. The group described the industrial action, which will end on Monday October 24, as a “pinch” on government to urgently address the depreciating cedi, high interest rate and inflation. …

  It’s high time all government officials with the exception of Ministers of State, President, Vice President and the Chief of Staff stopped using government fuel coupons to make taxpayers pay indirectly for them to save enough money to run certain developmental projects to restructure our economy immediately. We need …

    Ghana’s biggest Tech industry awards, Ghana Information Technology & Telecom Awards (GITTA) now in its 12th edition  has unveiled a comprehensive  GITTA Winners League Table, showcasing  brands that have participated and won awards in the last 12 years. The 12th Edition of the Awards is set to be held …

    -By Nana Kweku Ofori Atta- CEO of Avcontech Security Masters As citizens of Ghana we are obligated and mandated to put our leaders to check through good constructive criticisms without any fear or favor, once you are speaking the truth to servants of the nation. Let us not …

When the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively is impaired or the heart muscle is damaged, heart failure results. Usually, coronary artery disease or a heart attack are to blame for the damage. Genetic illness, chronic high blood pressure, and defective cardiac valves could all be contributing factors. Regardless of …

Conversations in Ghana today have moved beyond whether or not the price of fuel in the country’s history would surpass the GH₵8 mark. By and by, fuel prices have been on a sharp rise, almost as high as the rate of the Ghana cedi against the US dollar and other …

For our way of life, most foods, and our small kitchen area, cold storage is crucial. Some products, nevertheless, are better kept on the counter or in the pantry because refrigeration can have unfavourable effects on them. Knowing what needs to be chilled is simple; however, understanding what shouldn’t be …

The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has thrown its weight behind the planned closure of shops by members of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) come Wednesday, October 19, 2022. “We the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana believes the Nana Addo-led government has been given enough …

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) is targeting a 30 percent to 40 percent increase in transport fares following the recent rise in prices of petroleum products. The union has said negotiations for the upward adjustment will begin tomorrow. In an interview with Citi News, the General Secretary of GPRTU, …