Tesla boss Elon Musk has sold another 7.92 million shares in the electric car maker, worth around $6.88bn (£5.7bn). The sales took place after the firm’s annual shareholder meeting last week, regulatory filings show. Mr Musk says he needs the money in case he is forced to buy Twitter for …
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BECE 2021: WAEC publishes names of students involved in alleged irregularities (LIST)
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has published a list of candidates who were allegedly involved in examination irregularities during the Basic Education Certificate Examinations (BECE), 2021. The candidates are to report to the Kumasi Office of WAEC on August 11-12, 2022, to assist in investigations into the alleged irregularities. …
Read More »MEDA Country Director Calls for Improvement in Productivity of Cashew Plantations In Ghana
The Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) Ghana Country Director Robert Austin, has called for an improvement in the productivity of cashew plantations in Ghana. He made the call at a sensitization program on a new Code of Practice (CoP) for cashew planting material production on Wednesday, August 3, …
Read More »BoG to purchase gold in cedis
To help shore up the foreign exchange reserves of the Bank of Ghana, starting September 1st, the Bank of Ghana will purchase gold from gold mining companies in the country at world market prices but payment will be made in cedis. This was the agreement between the Economic Management Team, …
Read More »Cedi depreciation shows mid-year budget review failed to win investor confidence – Mahama
Former President, John Dramani Mahama has said the continuous depreciation of Ghana’s cedi “in recent days, clearly shows that the mid-year review of the 2022 budget failed to win back the confidence of the investor community”. The cedi as of August 9 is selling at GH¢9.12 to the US Dollar. …
Read More »School feeding meals lack nutrients – Nutritionist
A professor of public health nutrition at the University of Health and Allied Sciences, Francis Zotor, has expressed worry over the poor meals given to students under the National School Feeding Programme. According to him, most of the food served to the pupils is nutritionally deficient, a situation he lamented …
Read More »WATCH: Video Of 3 University Students Trending On Social Media
The Video Of The 3 University Students Trending On Social Media(VIDEO) A video of three university students has set internet ablaze and many are talking especially parents. The three students, two male level 300 students and a final year female students filmed themselves in an act in a room. I’m …
Read More »GT Bank to reject ‘Ghs20 and Ghs50 Ghana notes’ from 31st August?
UPDATE: GT Bank Ghana has rectified an earlier report suggesting that it will no longer accept ’50 and 20 paper notes’ for banking transactions effective August 31. The bank in an email to its customers clarified that the currency denomination it meant to refer to was the UK pounds sterling which …
Read More »Increased Foreign Investment is a must for Ghana – Joe Ghartey
Presidential Aspirant of the New Patriotic Party, Hon Joe Ghartey has said that the country should do all it can to continue to attract foreign investment. Hon. Ghartey who is the author of Ghana’s leading legal text on foreign investment, Doing Business and Investing in Ghana, made this …
Read More »Women urged to adopt regular breast cancer screening
Women have been urged to adopt regular breast cancer screening to avoid late stages of the disease to prevent early deaths. The disease when detected earlier can be treated and cured, according to the President of Breast Care International (BCI), Dr Mrs Beatrice Wiafe Addai. She said this during free …
Read More »Home Remedies For Itchy Skin
1. Moisturizers. Moisturizers, such as creams and lotions, can help hydrate the outermost layer of the skin. They are often essential for managing skin conditions that cause itching and dryness. A good moisturizer will contain humectants and emollients. Humectants draw water into the skin, while emollients form a protective film …
Read More »How to use the root of plantain to treat prostate diseases, syphilis and diabetes
The benefits of the underlying foundations of the plantain Plantade pull is significant for different sicknesses. Cut plant solids in pieces, by then stack them in a mortar. Press to get the juice and throw the rest. Mix a half-compartment of nectar in with a container of establishing juice. The …
Read More »Take Blended Banana Mixed With Milk To Cure These 5 Sexual Diseases
Bananas increase energy production and can be regarded as an excellent source of vitamin B. Bananas contain potassium needed for the production of sex hormones, improve heart health and boost performance in bed. Bananas also increase libido and enhance blood flow in the body. Research shows that bananas contain high …
Read More »How to use Nunum (scent leaf) to break curses, love spells and protect your family from evil attacks
Scent leaf is a powerful leaf in nature which offers man both spiritual and health benefits. In Ghana, it’s used by various clans for different purposes. Scent leaf is used in cooking as well, used in giving prosperity cures both physical and supernatural. In Ghana Scent leaf remains the superb …
Read More »‘Ghana’s economy is in the tank’ – Prof. Steve Hanke asserts
Professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University-USA, Steve Hanke, has suggested that the country’s economic outlook does not look favourable. The academic in a Twitter post on August 6 pointed to the depreciating Cedi as the reason for his claim. In his view, the country needs a currency board …
Read More »Dead people still exist as shareholders in companies’ register – Registrar
The Registrar of Companies, Jemima Oware, has indicated that dead people still persist as shareholders and directors of some companies in the country as many companies have failed to update their details and file annual returns. The registrar explained that filing of annual returns simply means updating the company registration …
Read More »What to know If you’re considering liposuction
Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes fat that you can’t seem to get rid of through diet and exercise. A plastic or dermatologic surgeon usually does the procedure on your hips, belly, thighs, buttocks, back, arms, and under the chin or face to improve their shape. But liposuction can …
Read More »Bawumia’s digitalisation agenda receives plaudits from International IT expert
Ghana’s Digitalization agenda spearheaded by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has been praised by International IT Expert and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ad Dynamo, Sean Riley. Commenting on Ghana’s quest to digitalise its economy, Mr. Riley noted that Ghana was far ahead of many of its contemporaries, adding that the country …
Read More »Amended Income Tax Bill, 2022 passed
Parliament has passed the Income Tax (Amended) Bill, 2022 to amend the Income Tax Act, 2015 (Act 896) to extend the exemption from tax of gains on the realisation of shares listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange for five years. Mr. Kwaku Kwarteng, the Chairman of the Finance Committee of Parliament moved for the …
Read More »5 side effects of drinking hot water too frequently
It’s popular knowledge that drinking hot water has a long list of benefits, however frequent intake has several side effects. Local Police confirm missing of 2 Indian expatriates during Ajaokuta attack Most people think drinking hot water is one of the best ways to stay healthy. This is totally untrue. …
Read More »SAD VIDEO: Man narrates how his wife left him 7 kids after he lost legs and hands
When two people wed, they typically exchange vows to be together for better and for worse, for richer or for poorer, in good times and bad, and so on… According to an interview with Afrimax TV, however, a man known as ‘ Theodomir ‘ tells his sad stories by saying …
Read More »Konkonte fights colon cancer, lowers blood sugar
In writing, I have strict sourcing guidelines and rely on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations to justify write-ups. My articles are for educational purposes and do not serve as medical advice for diagnosis or treatment. I aim to educate and empower the public to take control of …
Read More »S&P ratings: Government ‘refused to listen’ – Bright Simons
Bright Simons, a Vice President of Imani Africa, has indicated that the government of Ghana failed to signal forcefully to the market intentions for fiscal consolidation hence Standard and Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings of the country to CCC+/C from B-/B. According to him, such conduct by the government will further …
Read More »Vandals of UG take away bust of John Mensah Sarbah from the Vikings hall after riot
An inter-hall fight ensued between the residents of the Commonwealth and John Mensah Sarbah halls of the University of Ghana last night. Narrating the incident to myjoyonline.com, an eyewitness who pleaded anonymity said residents of Sarbah Hall celebrated ‘Sarbahfest’ on Friday. As part of the festivities, the residents of the …
Read More »VIDEO: Car set ablaze on University of Ghana campus
Following the battle between the Vandals and Vikings last night, a vehicle at the Mensah Sarbah Hall parking lot caught fire. Sarbah Hall residents are referred to as Vikings, whereas Commonwealth Hall residents are known as Vandals. However, according to a tweet from Univers TV, the cause of the altercation …
Read More »VIDEO: Violent scenes at UG as angry feuding factions clash
GhanaWeb has received multiple reports on a violent clash that occurred between two feuding clashes at the campus of the University of Ghana. While it is unclear what exactly started the violent clashes, videos in the position of GhanaWeb show the two factions, on either sides of a street in the evening, pelting …
Read More »WASSCE candidates asked to pay transport fees for exams papers
The headmistress of Benso Senior High Technical School, Helen Ama Bogobley has been accused of ordering 207 WASSCE candidates to pay GHC200 cedis each as transportation fees to convey exam papers. Reports gathered indicate that parents and the Education Directorate are not aware of the decision for students to pay …
Read More »MTN MoMo revenue up 9% – Report
Revenue of the mobile money (MoMo) arm of telecommunication market leader – MTN – reached GH¢899million, a 9 percent growth on year-on-year growth in the first half of the year, its unaudited interim report has shown. The figure, however, pales in comparison to the 50.9 percent YoY growth recorded a …
Read More »100,000 Girls targeted for this year’s Girls-in-ICT (SHS)Training in Cyber Security and Data Privacy
The Deputy Minister, Hon Ama Pomaa Boateng has opened the training of this year’s Girls in ICT for SHS on Cyber Security and Data Privacy targeted at a 100,000 girls across seven regions. The beneficiary regions are Northern, Bono East, Bono Ahafo, Volta and Oti. The Deputy Minister for …
Read More »Six terrible habits that are ruining your sex life
Everyone wants to have a good sex life and it is their right to feel that way. Having a terrible sex life sucks and talking about it sometimes can make the experience even more unbearable. More often than not, this problem is the consequence of mostly preventable sexual health problems—and …
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