Ghana Education Service (GES) has called on Heads of Second Cycle institutions across the country to stick to the approved harmonised prospectus for form one students. The GES also reminded Heads of Second Cycle institutions, that issuing unapproved prospectus and selling items supplied by government to students is prohibited. According …
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VIDEO: Suspected thief caught in an attempt to sell phone at victim’s shop
A young man has been beaten by some persons for allegedly stealing a phone of a lady he gave a lift to. According to a tweep named Dr Tony Brown, the culprit, after taking the lady’s phone headed to Circle to trade it for cash. Luck eluded the young man …
Read More »VIDEO: SHS seniors captured in viral video mercilessly lashing junior with belt
Some seniors of the Akwatia Technical Institute in the Eastern Region of Ghana have been captured mercilessly beating a junior with a belt. In the video which has gone viral, the junior who was receiving the punishment was captured kneeling down while his seniors lashed him with a belt. Also, …
Read More »WASSCE 2022: WAEC releases results of private candidates
The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has released provisional results of 43,742 candidates who entered for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates, 2022 – second series. The entry figures comprised 20, 164 males and 23, 578 females. 76 of the candidates had visual impairment while …
Read More »For women: 4 foods to relieve severe period pain
Eating the right foods can do a lot to the body. During menstruation, it’s common for people to experience fatigue, bloating, mood swings, cramps and pain. It can lead to an irritated mood, less productivity at work along with other uneasiness in the body. However, having a healthy and mindful …
Read More »Bono: Chief orders shutdown of school over dust pollution
The Chief of Yawhima in the Sunyani East Constituency of the Bono Region has ordered the shutdown of Yawhima SDA Primary School over dust pollution emanating from the construction of the road from the area to Chira. According to the chief, the pollution levels due to the construction site is …
Read More »Effects Of Applying Cabbage Leaves On Your Breast As A Woman
According to “WebMD”, people have been using cabbage leaves to cure engorgement, mastitis, and blocked ducts for generations. It is thought that cabbage leaves reduce inflammation and drain extra fluid from the tissue of the mammary glands. Washing and drying cabbage leaves are necessary before using them. Finally, put them inside …
Read More »Small scale miners association arrests 29 illegal miners at Kwaebibirim
Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners has arrested 29 illegal miners operating in the Kwaebibirim Municipality of the Eastern Region. The illegal miners who were arrested in a swoop at 3 separate sites at Akyem Pramkese and Akyem Abodom had destroyed several acres of cocoa and palm plantations belonging …
Read More »Parliament summons Health Minister, other agencies over vaccine shortages
Parliament has requested that Health Minister Kwaku Agyeman Manu appear before the House to answer questions about the country’s current vaccine shortages. For the past few months, the Northern Region and other parts of the country have been experiencing vaccine shortages, with no solution in place. The concerning situation has …
Read More »Common heart conditions; signs and symptoms
Heart diseases have become a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Ghana. According to the Director-General of Ghana Health Service, more than 600,000 people, including 400,000females and 200,000 men are diagnosed with high blood pressure every year, with many more affected people remaining undiagnosed. Heart disease is a general …
Read More »What Causes Teeth To Look Yellow
According to Heathline, teeth play an essential role in our appearance and can significantly impact our self-esteem and confidence. The color of our teeth is one of the key factors that determine how bright and attractive our smile appears. Many people desire whiter teeth and often turn to various treatments …
Read More »22-year-old SHS graduate stoned to death at galamsey site near Denkyira Obuasi
A 22-year-old Senior High School graduate, Evans Wireko, has been stoned to death at a galamsey site by some unidentified group of people at Fobinso near Denkyira Obuasi, now New Obuasi, in the Upper Denkyira West District of the Central Region. The Dunkwa Ayamfuri Government Hospital is also treating another …
Read More »73-year-old man allegedly stabbed to death over fowl
Adam Mahama, a man from the Savanna region, is said to have been stabbed to death. The incident occurred in Salaga at Raafi Angulu in the late hours of Tuesday, February 21, 2023. According to reports, the 73-year-old man died on the spot. Per the information gathered, a misunderstanding arose …
Read More »5 reported dead due to lack of oxygen at Tamale Teaching Hospital
Investigations by GhanaWeb have revealed that death cases at the Tamale Teaching Hospital are rising due to the absence of oxygen at the hospital. Checks at the teaching hospital indicate that at least five patients who needed oxygen support may have died between Saturday, February 18, and Sunday, February 19, alone. The …
Read More »Father of 22yr-old man stoned to death demands justice
Father of 22-year-old, Evans Wireku who was stoned to death over a robbery incident at Denkyira Fobinso in the Upper Denkyira West District of the Central Region wants the police to speed up action to arrest the killers of his son. Peter Wireko believes a reprisal attack is imminent and …
Read More »Court remands 10 alleged National Security operatives for extorting monies from small-scale miners at Asiwa
The Juaso circuit court on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 remanded into police custody, ten alleged national security operatives who were arrested for alleged extortion at Asiwa in the Ashanti region. The 13-member syndicate was said to have been illegally operating within the Asiwa enclave, extorting monies from small-scale miners. At …
Read More »How Kofi Boakye led a team of policemen to arrest notorious Kumasi-based robber 2PM
A notorious Kumasi-based armed robber by the name 2PM has narrated the events that led to how celebrated senior police officer, COP Kofi Boakye, nabbed him years ago. Speaking to Kingdom Plus FM and monitored by GhanaWeb, he said that he became so used to robbery so much after he got …
Read More »The Early Signs Of Heart Disease In Women You Shouldn’t Ignore
Heart disease in women, comes with a few healthy signs, which shouldn’t be ignored when noticed, to avoid suffering other health issues that might be associated with the heart disease. Below are some early signs of heart disease in women, as sourced from Healthline. 1. Chest pain, is one of the …
Read More »For women: 5 signs your vagina is unhealthy, remedies
The vagina is the most hidden and inadequately ventilated area of a woman’s body. It is most likely prone to problems. Everyone’s vagina is different from the others in terms of its size, shape, type, and amount of discharge that it releases. But you should take care of your vagina …
Read More »Oxygen shortage hits Tamale Teaching Hospital
Management of the Tamale Teaching hospital has said it is taking steps to address challenges with the shortage of oxygen supply currently being experienced at the hospital. In a statement signed by its Acting Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Atiku Adam, it said the development is a temporary glitch and the …
Read More »Pantang Hospital owes GH¢2.8 million
Pantang Hospital has become indebted to its suppliers that provide essential goods such as food and chemicals for the daily running of the health facility to the tune of GH¢2.8 million. It has compelled some of the hospital’s most reliable and loyal suppliers to cease their services since last year …
Read More »Why Snoring May Be Harmful To Your Health And How To Prevent It
Healthline reports that snoring is a common problem that can affect either gender when you’re sleeping. If you snore loudly and sporadically throughout the night, it’s best to contact a doctor. Whenever the tissue in your airways gets in the path of airflow, you snore. Because air isn’t able to …
Read More »High intake of processed meat could expose men to prostate cancer — Medical Officer
Research has linked high consumption of red meat and processed meat to increased risk of prostate cancer and prostate cancer mortality, Dr. Mrs. Anita Owusu-Afriyie, a Medical Officer, Oncology Unit, International Maritime Hospital (IMaH), has stated. Dr. Mrs. Owusu-Afriyie has, therefore, cautioned people, especially men, to avoid eating too much …
Read More »4 soldiers, 1 Immigration officer grabbed for extorting moneys from miners
A total of 13 persons including four soldiers and an immigration officer have been arrested at Konongo in the Ashanti Region for allegedly engaging in unauthorised operations at Mantin in the Bosome-Freho District of the Ashanti Region. They were arrested by National Security Operatives with the assistance of the Konongo …
Read More »Court orders arrest of Mamprugu Overlord
The Bolgatanga High Court has ordered for the arrest of the Paramount Chief of the Mamprugu Traditional Area. The order for the arrest of Naa Bohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, was contained in a court order signed under the name of His Lordship Alexander Graham. This follows the installation of Alhaji …
Read More »Suspected robber killed at Gomoa Ojobi after his gang attacked fuel station
A man suspected to be an armed robber has been knocked down and killed during an attack at a fuel station at Gomoa Ojobi. The now deceased person and his gang, numbering about six, with face masks, are reported to have attempted to snatch a Range Rover after robbing the …
Read More »Reasons Why Adults in Their 50s Should Eat More Of White Meat Than Fish
As people age, they begin to realize the importance of maintaining a healthy diet. As we age, our bodies begin to undergo several changes that affect our overall health and wellbeing. This is why many people in their 50s are advised to take better care of themselves and their health. …
Read More »How To Identify Quality Palm Oil To Avoid Buying Fake
The fruit of the African oil palm is used to make palm oil. It has been an important type of oil for thousands of years, but in the last few decades, it has become one of the oils that is made in the most large quantities on a global scale. This is …
Read More »6 simple tips to keep your bladder healthy
Here’s how to keep your bladder healthy and maintain your urinary system. When it comes to your body, your urinary tract plays an important part! It helps to filter waste and extra fluid from the bloodstream and pushes it out of the system. Having a healthy bladder helps to keep …
Read More »13 alleged National Security operatives arrested
Some 13 alleged National Security operatives have been arrested at Konongo in the Ashanti Region. The syndicate is said to have been illegally operating within the Asiwa enclave, extorting monies from small-scale miners. At around 12:00pm on Friday, the main Kumasi-Konongo high street was blocked by a police patrol team …
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