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 …
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Ghana must tap into $2 billion global snail industry – MESTI
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 …
Read More »11 Natural and Medical Cures for Chickenpox in Children
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 …
Read More »Ghana School of Law entrance exams rescheduled after alleged leakage
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 …
Read More »Fitch downgrades Ghana from ‘CCC’ to ‘CC’
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 …
Read More »Twitter users shocked as import duty on car skyrockets from GH¢49K to GH¢55K within a month
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 …
Read More »No Ghanaian student has ever asked me a question in class – Education Minister laments ‘timid’ system
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 …
Read More »Warning Signs You’re About to Have a “Massive Stroke”
Slide 5 of 6: “Sudden dimness or loss of vision, particularly in one eye,” can be another symptom of a stroke, per the Barnes Jewish Hospital. “The majority of visual processing occurs in the occipital lobe, in the back of the brain. Most strokes affect one side of the brain. …
Read More »I ate only bananas for 4 days, this is the result on my body
The word ‘diet’ has a negative connotation sometimes, but the ‘banana diet’ that many nutritionists praise these days is different. It lasts only four days and you can lose up to 4 kgs. Not only that, but also eating a lot of bananas improves digestion and therefore gives shine to …
Read More »If you are suffering from these illnesses, eat Guava seeds
The guava tree has nutritious leaves, fruit, and seeds. Extracts from guava leaves have been shown to help treat a number of diseases and symptoms. Examine the information carefully for the best results, figuring out where you need or want to follow up and doing so. People often think …
Read More »8 habits that are slowly killing you
It’s simple to ignore little behaviors in our lives or to put off developing healthy habits until later in life, but this is not a prudent course of action. You only have one life, and your everyday decisions—rather than your intentions—will greatly influence how it all comes out. Even if …
Read More »DOWNLOAD: Ghana Black Stars song for Qatar 2022
This Song Is Dedicated To The Blacks Stars Of Ghana For Their Participation In The Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022.
Read More »Jamila Home Staff Wish Hassan Zein Happy Birthday
Staff of Jamila Home, a subsidiary of the Zein Group have extended warn birthday wishes to Group CEO and businessman par excellence, Mr Zein. And as part of activities marking his 44th birthday anniversary, some of his staff and the birthday celebrant reached out to many especially the …
Read More »‘We have changed a whole office of personnel’ – NIA boss laments high level of corruption
The Executive Secretary of the National Identification Authority (NIA), Prof. Ken Attafuah has lamented the level of corruption by personnel of the Authority. According to him, despite the punitive measures that have been taken against such corrupt officials, the act does not seem to have an end in sight. Speaking …
Read More »Unemployed nurse assistants demand immediate posting
The Coalition of Unemployed Nurse Assistant Clinical and Preventive Graduates has demanded that the government employs them immediately. The group indicated that the government has failed to post them in spite of several promises since 2019 when they completed their education. The president of the group, Apandago Charles, said that …
Read More »Free SHS should be reviewed – Boakye Agyarko
Former Minister for Energy, Boakye Agyarko, has added his voice to calls for the review of the Free SHS policy. According to him, he is of the view that parents should be allowed to take some of the cost of their ward’s education, especially in regards to uniforms and books, …
Read More »NPA locks 3 cheating petrol stations
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has locked three filling stations for dispensing fuel less than the quantity the consumer pays for in Sunyani in the Bono Region. The stations are; Frimps oil at Penkwase, the Goil station near Eusbett hotel and Engen, all in the Sunyani township. In the case …
Read More »4 Common Causes Of Stretch Marks You Should Take Note Of
Many people, both young and elderly, struggle with the unsightly appearance of stretch marks on their bodies without understanding the underlying causes of this condition. Based on information from a webMD article, I’ll explain what causes stretch marks and how to avoid them. Too much of the hormone cortisone is …
Read More »Fuel prices to record marginal drop in September – IES projection
Consumers of petroleum products are expected to witness a slight drop in pricing in the coming days. This is according to a projection by the Institute of Energy Security (IES). The Institute attributed the marginal reduction in prices falling on the international oil market for gasoline and gasoil by 10.96 …
Read More »3 Ways To Know If You Have Gonorrhea
According to a webMD article, many people are unaware that there are easy ways to tell if you have gonorrhea. Here I’ll go over a few of the ways you can check for gonorrhea on your own. One of the easiest ways to tell whether you have gonorrhea is if …
Read More »2 Types Of Meat That Can Make You Look Older Than Your Age
There are some types of meat that you eat on a daily basis that can speed the aging process and make you look older than your true age, which many people are unaware of. Here are several types of meat that, according to a webMD article, might accelerate the aging …
Read More »3 Foods you should consider to eat in the morning
Breakfast which is normally eaten in the morning is considered by experts to be important. This is because it prepares the body for the day’s activities and also enrich the body. However, there are some foods experts revealed to be good for breakfast which this article will reveal to you. …
Read More »6 Causes of Enlarged Heart and symptoms that you will notice
Enlarged heart is a condition that occurs when your heart becomes bigger than its normal size. The medical term for this is Cardiomegaly. Enlarged heart increases your risk of having heart failure or stroke A verified health site, Clevelandclinic shared the different that causes enlarged heart.Below are the causes 1. Hypertension could cause …
Read More »Sachet water to sell at 50 pesewas as producers announce price increment
The National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers has announced price increment for bottled and sachet water effective September 19, 2022. The move, according to them, is to ensure uniformity across the country amid the fuel price hikes, increase in water and electricity tariffs as well as the cost of packaging …
Read More »Transport fares to increase by 30% from September 21
Persons who patronize services of commercial vehicles will, from September 21 see at least a 30 percent upward adjustment in fares. “In consultation with our mother body the GPRTU of TUC, we wish to announce to the general public that there will a 30% increment on fares starting September 21, …
Read More »Akufo-Addo has denied me my entitlements as ex-President – Mahama
rticle WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Email This John Dramani Mahama Former President John Mahama has accused the Akufo-Addo led-administration of refusing to give him his entitlement as the former leader of the country. According to him, the government has denied him the privilege of enjoying free utilities among others which he’s …
Read More »Using eye drops without prescription is dangerous – Optometrist
The Ghana Optometric Association (GOA) has advised the public to avoid using eye-related medications without a prescription by a specialist as it has the potential to damage their eyes. Dr. Alfred Gardemor, the GOA Public Relations Officer, said most people who purchased over-the-counter eye drops without seeing a specialist tended …
Read More »5 natural ways to treat snoring
Snoring is a common sleep phenomenon. But while some may think that it means that someone is sleeping soundly and sweetly, it’s actually the opposite. Snoring can be a health warning. Snoring happens when one’s upper respiratory tract is obstructed and must breathe hard during sleep. It’s the sound of …
Read More »Pork price shoots up effective September 20
The Pig Famers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has announced an upward adjustment in the prices of its products across the country, effective September 20 this year. The development, according to the leadership of the association, was a result of an increment in the prices of feed and husbandry among others. …
Read More »Watch: Zambian Groom And Mother In Law Caught Doing D0ggy On Wedding Day
A wedding after party in Phoenix, Durban, was halted after the groom was spotted bonking his new mother-in-law in the backyard. The event has sparked heated debate in Phoenix Unit 8. Rajesh, the groom, wedded Trina in a magnificent ceremony in lush Umhlanga. The wedding celebration was held at …
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