There are reports of growing agitation among University teachers following the high cost of living and what some describe as worsening conditions of service There is however uncertainty if the agitation is related to any possible breaches of pledges made after the nationwide action by all 15 public Universities in …

The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) is demanding answers on why US$100.7million was not paid into the Petroleum Holding Funds as required by law. The amount relates to 944,164bbls of crude liftings made by JOHL, a subsidiary of Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) that holds 7 percent interest in …

The traditional method for preparing fried plantains in Nigeria involves deep-frying the bananas in either palm oil or vegetable oil (dodo). The savory side dish fried plantain can be achieved by proper preparation and frying. It’s flexible enough to work as either an appetizer or a side dish. Still today, …

Some pupils of Weweso M/A Junior High School (JHS) in Kumasi have revealed they save up portions of money given to them for food to purchase sanitary pads. The pupils lamented that the expensive cost of the hygienic pads on the market is worsening the discomfort associated with their monthly …

    The Minister for Communications and Digitalization (MoCD), Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful has reiterated government’s commitment to building strong partnerships and formulating policies for digital technologies that would drive the socio-economic development of the country as well as position Ghana as the digital gateway to the African continent. Ghana considers …

  The Minister for Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD), Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful (MP), has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to leaving no one digitally behind. This she said can be achieved by collectively focusing attention within the next eight (8) years, towards the attainment of the ICT-enabled sustainable development goals and targets by …

The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has recorded an increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases from 3 to 45 from the week ending 11th September, 2022 to the week ending 23rd September 2022. In response to this alarming trend of sample positivity rate among staff and patients in the Hospital, a mop-up …

3AMS-CELMS is to operate Ghana’s first Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Kotoka International Airport. The company, according to Ben Owusu – a Senior Aviation Safety Inspector and Manager at Quality Assurance – is nearing the completion of its certification process that was started some five years ago. The …

The government is exploring comprehensive smoke-free policies as part of a mechanism to control tobacco use in Ghana. The Acting Director of Technical Co-ordination and Special Advisor on Non-Communicable Disease (NCDs) to the Minister of Health, Dr. Baffour Awuah, announced this in Accra during a stakeholder meeting by the Food …

ACCORDING TO International Diabetes Federation (IDF), around 24 million adults between the ages of 20 and 79 are living with diabetes in the IDF Africa Region in 2021, among which 54% are undiagnosed. Moreover, IAF reported that diabetes led to 416,000 deaths in IDF Africa Region in 2021. Indeed, diabetes …

Level 400 students at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), have been migrated to a new Online Students Information system (OSIS) from Integrated Tertiary System (ITS), Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP). This was in a statement by the Management of the University, issued on September 26 from the Office of the …

Food choices can make all the difference when it comes to getting a good night’s rest. If you struggle with falling and staying asleep, or wake up feeling tired, it might be time to take inventory of what you’re eating and when. These eight diet habits can cause you to toss …

Coconut lovers have lamented the increase in the cost of their favourite fruit from GH¢1.50p in 2021 to as high as GH¢4 as of September 2022. The price increase has come as a shock to consumers who have stated that they may reduce or move away from their consumption if …

The Medical and Dental Council of Ghana has said that it will no longer recognise degree certificates issued by Medical and Dental Schools from Ukraine, as some schools have resorted to studying online. According to a citinewsroom report, the council said that the training of these students online is not …

The people of Wuru, a deprived community in the Sissala East Municipality of the Upper West Region are not using the Ghana Cedis, the official currency of Ghana as its medium of exchange due to the depreciation of the Ghana Cedi and other compelling factors. The only way they accept …

In addition to its exquisite flavor, mango also has several positive health effects. Minerals and vitamins A and C are plentiful in this fruit. Mango leaves are used to make a delicious and nourishing tea. Treatment of diabetes and blood sugar If you suffer from diabetes, you should definitely try …

The quiz mistress of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), Prof. Elsie Kaufmann, has given a breakdown of the processes that go into the setting of questions for the popular national program. According to her, the process begins with an extensive work done by a team of four consultants, …

Renowned business executive and former Chief Executive Officer of Ashanti Goldfields, Sir Sam Jonah has set the record straight over reports of his net worth and wealth. Mr. Jonah’s net worth, according to numerous reports have been considered to be around $1.2 billion. While this figure is yet to be verified, Sam Jonah believes …

  The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MASLOC, Hajia Abibata Shanni Mahama Zakariah, has reaffirmed the organization’s dedication to its goal of assisting in the advancement of micro business in the country. In the Ashanti Region today, she made this statement during a group loan disbursement to 1,425 beneficiaries made …

    Thirty-four (34) trader groups received group loans totaling GHS1.7million from the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) today to help sustain their small business. The disbursement, which took place in Kumasi’s Jubilee Park, benefited a total of 1,425 beneficiaries made up of (34) groups, each with 25 members. …

    Source: Michael Agyapong Agyapa

The construction of the Phase two of the Tamale Airport Development Project has been completed at a cost of US$70 million and awaiting commissioning by the end of this year. The 5,000-square metre airport, with an annual passenger throughput of 400,000 capacity, is expected to boost the local economy, tourism …

High Cholesterol increases the chance of developing various illnesses, including heart disease, that can cause Erectile Dysfunction 5 ways to lower cholesterol quickly to avoid erectile dysfunction High cholesterol increases the chance of heart attack. Representational Image, News18 Cholesterol develops in the liver and has many essential functions. For example, …

Leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, has once again admitted that times are hard following from his recent comment that the government and Ministry of Finance deserved praise for handling of the economy despite the turbulence. Gabby on Saturday, September 24, responded to Steve Hanke, a professor of …

The Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MESTI) says the global snail value chain business has risen to $2 billion and Ghana needs to capitalize on the vast market. While “snail meat” is regarded as a delicacy with great nutritional, medicinal, and cosmetic value in certain locations such as …

From oatmeal to calamine ointment, here are various traditional and medical chickenpox remedies that can be given to children. 1. Oatmeal   The first natural remedy for chickenpox is a bath with oatmeal. This food ingredient is believed to relieve the itchy symptoms that are often felt by sufferers. Moreover, this …

The Ghana School of Law entrance examination was slated for Friday, September 23, but has been rescheduled following alleged leakage of the paper hours to the initial start time. Prior to the start time of 10:00am advertised for the commencement of the paper, question papers purported to be those the …

FitchRatings has downgraded Ghana’s Long-Term Local- and Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) to ‘CC’, from ‘CCC’. Fitch typically does not assign Outlooks to issuers with a rating of ‘CCC’ or below. A full list of rating actions is at the end of this rating action commentary. KEY RATING DRIVERS Increased …

A post shared on social media in which a car dealer witnessed a drastic increment in final duty and taxes payable for an imported vehicle, in a month, has left many users dumbfounded. Sharing details of the tax invoice, the expected amount to be paid moved from GH¢49,000 to GH¢55,000 …

Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum has lamented the state of affairs in the current education system where students are reluctant to ask questions of their teachers. The Minister, who doubles and Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, believes that reluctance must be done away with if fully rounded children relevant …