About 40 students of the Ejuraman Senior High School in the Ashanti Region have sustained varying degrees of injuries following the collapse of a makeshift structure serving as a dining hall. The incident according to a report by Myjoyonline.com occurred on Monday, February 6, 2023, after a rainfall. The collapse …
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‘I want to die’ – Hepatitis B patient recounts ordeal
With a protruding stomach and swollen feet, Yaa Adjeiwaa, sat on a bench in front of an uncompleted building, every morning, reminiscing her once vibrant life. She is forced to stay indoors and watch her life waste away. “I cry every night for death, I just want to die because …
Read More »Brainy but needy orphan gets sponsorship to study pharmacy at KNUST
The 19-year-old orphan science student who obtained 7As and B3 in West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate (WASSCE) but ended up selling tomatoes and onions on the streets of Koforidua due to financial challenges has gained admission on sponsorship to pursue Doctor of Pharmacy program at Kwame Nkrumah University of …
Read More »Sankara to be reburied later this month
Burkina Faso’s transition government has announced that the remains of President Thomas Sankara and his 12 companions assassinated on 15 October 1987 will be reburied later this month, at the Thomas Sankara Memorial in the capital, Ouagadougou. This decision is the result of consultations within the Armed Forces, the families …
Read More »Military storms UDS City campus in Tamale after NEDCo staff held hostage for disconnection over GHS 447,000 debt
Armed military personnel on Thursday intervened in a standoff between staff of Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) and some management of the University for Development Studies City Campus in Tamale. This occurred when personnel from the Northern Electricity Distribution Company disconnected the University over failure to settle years of debt, …
Read More »Meet the first African professor to have taught at the University of Ghana
He was Ghana’s Prime Minister from 1969 to 1972 and is credited with his efforts to restore civilian government to Ghana following military rule. Dr. Kofi Abrefa Busia achieved many strides in education which appeared to have been his first love before his full conversion into politics. In this piece, we explore …
Read More »Reasons behind sharp pain in men testicles
Are you aware that there are certain reasons why a man may feel sharp pain in his testicles? The balls are extremely significant organs in a man’s body since they promote or generate testosterone and also aid in the development and storage of sperm cells, therefore any changes in the …
Read More »Sugar’s Impact on Vaginal Health
Sugar consumption has a significant impact on vaginal health. Here are some of the ways sugar affects the female genitalia: Yeast Infections: According to Healthline, consuming large amounts of sugar can increase the growth of Candida albicans, a type of yeast that can cause vaginal yeast infections. Yeast thrives on sugar, and when …
Read More »Ladies: What It Means To Have A Tight Vagina
Accrding to Healthline, If you’re having pain during penetration, a “tight” vagina could be an indicator of a more serious problem. When you’re aroused, your vaginal muscles loosen up on their own. Your vagina won’t loosen, lubricate itself, or stretch if you aren’t in the mood for or physically able to …
Read More »People Who Will Likely Have Urine Odor And How To Stop It
Urine has a natural odor that is unique to everyone. From time to time, you may observe that your urine smells stronger than it usually does. You may not need to be anxious about this. But in some cases, having strong or usual urine odor could be a result of …
Read More »Man, 42, Arrested For Raping A Mad Woman
Laison Chitumbwi, 42, has been taken into custody on suspicion of raping his mentally ill neighbor. According to reports, the accused sneaks into the mad woman’s house whenever she is alone and rapes her. The accused’s arrest was confirmed by Investigator Luckmore Chakanza of the Harare Police Department, and the …
Read More »NHIA unhappy about reports of illegal fees being charged at healthcare facilities
The Upper East Regional Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Kasimu Abudulai, has bemoaned increasing reports of clients being asked to pay illegal charges when they visit healthcare facilities in the region. He said some members of the public in the region, who are beneficiaries of the National …
Read More »I set my wife ablaze because of hunger — Man tells Police
A 46-year-old man, Hassan Azeez has been arrested by men of Ogun State Police Command, for pouring petrol on his wife and setting her ablaze. The command spokesman, Abimbola Oyeyemi, in a statement issued in Abeokuta yesterday, said the suspect was arrested following a report lodged at Ibogun divisional headquarters …
Read More »Story of Fela’s smoking contest with Shabba Ranks resurfaces, netizens react
The reported smoking contest between legendary singers, Fela Anikulapo Kuti and Rexton Rawlston Fernando Gordon who is also known as Shaba Ranks has generated some reactions on social media. It was reported that in 1992 when Shabba Ranks came to Nigeria to perform at a concert, he decided to visit …
Read More »Conditions that can damage nerves of your Penis
The nerves of the penis play a crucial role in $exual function and sensation. Damage to these nerves can lead to a variety of conditions that can greatly impact a man’s quality of life. Some of the most common conditions that can damage the nerves of the penis include diabetes, …
Read More »Meet Ancient Black Chinese Tribe That You Might Never Heard Of
The Negritos are an ancient black Chinese ethnic group who have lived in southern China for thousands of years. They are believed to be descended from the original black inhabitants of the region, who have lived in southern China for over 30,000 years. Negritos are known for their unique physical …
Read More »5 most common cancers in Ghana; their causes and prevention
CANCER! As scary as the word sounds, means a lot of different things. However, the most common among all these is the disease. This is caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body. There are many types of cancers that attack the human body …
Read More »Third year student stabbed to death allegedly by her boyfriend
A third-year student of Tshwane University of Technology has died after she was allegedly stabbed by her boyfriend. Ntokozo Mayenzi Xaba, 20, was allegedly stabbed to death by Ngcebo Thusi on February 2, 2023, in her student residence in Ekhaya Junction, Pretoria. Ntokozo?s friends notified security at her student accommodation …
Read More »Technology has made PR Easier – Naa Korkoi Essah, Head, PR, Ministry of Communications & Digitalisation
Naa Korkoi Essah The term Public Relations (PR) has gained notoriety over the years, but it isn’t everyone that understands its true meaning. An organization remains alive due to its relationship with the public. Strengthening public relations means strengthening institution’s visibility and reputation and this is what Naa …
Read More »Seychelles ranked Africa’s least corrupt country – 2022 CPI
The 2022 Corruption Perception Index was released earlier this week, showing the world’s most and least corruption nations. The index, which looked at perceptions about corruption in 180 countries of the world, also showed that “most countries are failing to stop corruption.” According to details on the website of transparency.org, …
Read More »UG students march over ‘illegal’ fees
Some concerned students of the University of Ghana (UG), have held a protest dubbed ‘Ya br3 Mo’ to register their displeasure with the recent increment in Academic Facility User Fees (AFUF). The protest, which took place today, Friday, 3 February 2023, saw the students converge at the Obra Spot in …
Read More »37 Boko Haram terrorists killed in Nigeria
Troops have killed at least 37 Boko Haram terrorists in Nigeria and 13 arrested logistic suppliers of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). The terrorists were killed during a raid on their camps in Kayamari, Habasha and Yuwe villages in the Konduga Local Government area of North East Borno …
Read More »Condition In Islam That Allows A Woman To Marry Her Daughter’s Suitor or Even Husband
Aisha Yesufu, a Nigerian activist, has taken to Twitter to outline the requirements for a man to marry the mother of his ex or his wife’s girlfriend. According to Vanguard, Hisbah in Kano State reportedly freed a mother who had married her daughter’s suitor the day before. Aisha said in …
Read More »What you can do at home while receiving HIV treatment
Human immune virus (HIV) refers to an infection that can be spread from person to person through intercourse, or the use of sharp objects with an infected person. It can lead to the weakening of your immune system thereby exposing you to diseases. According to Mayo Clinic, what people can do …
Read More »List of richest people in Africa in 2023
Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote, whose fortune dropped $400 million to $13.5 billion over the past year, has emerged as the richest person in Africa for the 12th year in a row. South African luxury goods magnate Johann Rupert places second in consecutive years, despite falling $300 million to $10.7 billion …
Read More »If your blood group is O Positive or O Negative… Stop eating these foods in excess
If you have O positive or O negative blood, there are certain foods that you should avoid in order to maintain optimal health. These foods can have negative effects on your body, and can even increase your risk of certain health conditions. One of the main foods that you …
Read More »42 injured in accident involving a truck and a school bus
A motor accident which occurred at Umuokpu, along Onitsha-Enugu expressway, Anambra state has left 42 people injured. The accident which occurred around 11:30am on Tuesday, January 31, involved two vehicles, a tipper and bus with the inscription of a private school. It was further gathered that fifteen men …
Read More »People here drink ashes as soup of dead a body after the funeral
Different types of people live in the world and they also have their own different and unique traditions. Some of these traditions are still fine, but sometimes we get to hear such things, on hearing which we get scared. A similar funeral tradition is followed in the South American tribe of …
Read More »How My Husband Killed Our 8-Months-Old Baby After We Went To Church-A Woman Shares
Anestine, a disturbed Congolese woman whose husband killed their eight-month-old child during church services, describes the incident. The woman discloses that she completed her education before marrying her husband, their marriage was wonderful, and everything appears to be going well for them. But when her husband started having extramarital affairs …
Read More »Record Botswana diamond sales in 2022
Sales of diamonds from Botswana reached record levels last year due to Western buyers shunning Russian stones and steady global demand for diamond jewellery. Botswana generates almost a third of its revenue and around 70% of its foreign exchange earnings from diamonds. Almost a third of the world’s diamonds would …
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