Ghana’s COVID-19 case count has risen to 8,548. Two hundred and fifty-one more cases have been detected since the last update from the Ghana Health Service on June 1. An additional 146 persons have recovered from the virus taking that count to 3,132. There are currently 5,378 active cases. The Ahafo Region is still yet to […] The post COVID-19 case count rises
The Virtual Nightingale Challenge workshop for 283 selected young nurses and midwives which was held via Zoom has successfully ended. The Nursing and Midwifery Council in partnership with the University of Ghana Medical Centre, Mental Health Authority, Teaching Hospitals, Ghana Health Service, Police Hospital, 37 Military Hospital, Ghana College of Nurses & Midwives and School […] The post Virtual
The West African Examination Council (WAEC) says it is consulting with other member countries ahead of the release of a timetable for this year’s West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE). WASSCE was suspended across West Africa due to the threat of COVID-19. “WAEC will be conducting exams for candidates who will be taking the […] The post WAEC
Final year students who are unable to resume classes due to ill health have been asked to use online and other digital platforms to prepare for their exams. The Ministry of Education has asked students who are unwell or have health conditions not to resume classes when schools reopen later this month. Concerns have been […] The post Students who are unwell should
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Simon Osei Mensah says security agencies in the Region will ensure the safety of residents should the Electoral Commission (EC) give the green light for the compilation of the new voters’ register. The Commission undertook a pilot registration in the region on Tuesday as part of its preparation towards the exercise. […] The post Everyone
Eastern Regional Minister, Eric Kwakye Darfour is worried residents still doubt the existence of the novel coronavirus. This according to him is making it more difficult to sensitize residents on the preventive measures. Health officials in the Eastern Region have recorded 134 cases of the disease so far with 95 recoveries. Eric Kwakye Darfour who […] The post Eastern
The Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists has advised its members to withdraw their services in the fight against COVID-19 if the appropriate protective equipment is not provided. 14 members of the association have so far tested positive for coronavirus which, according to the association, is a major source of worry. Speaking to Citi News, […] The post COVID-19:
Further to a press release on May 7, 2020, the Europen Union (EU) announced that it has added Ghana to its list of blacklisted countries for money laundering. Indicating that the measure is not yet in force, this decision follows a similar one on February 19, 2019, to blacklist Ghana. The major media networks in […] The post Ato Crentsil
Yes, Africa has cause to be very alert about imperialism. But that is not the issue at the AfDB. Unless you have checked out of social media or messaging platforms like WhatsApp (which would make you a rare being in these COVID times), or you have zero connection to Africa, your timeline, like mine, must […] The post Bright Simons writes: AfDB – The
Since the advent of the internet, there has been the need for a form of secure communication via the internet. With the vast growth and expansion in the use of digital space, it has become evident that the majority of the world’s population is now living online. This trend can be accessed from the year […] The post The state of information and data encryption [Article]
Sports Minister, Isaac Asiamah has defended government’s decision not to lift the ban on football despite raising restrictions on other sporting disciplines. According to the Minister, the cost which would have been incurred in ensuring the necessary conditions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among players compelled the government to maintain the ban. Speaking at […] The post ‘Testing,
Some party officials in the Western Region have expressed shock over the Electoral Commission’s suspension of the pilot voter registration exercise in the region on the final day of the exercise. The Commission registered 73 persons in the Western Region on the first day of the pilot exercise. The National Democratic Congress’ Communications Director in […] The post Party
The Chairman of Parliament’s Local Government Committee, Kennedy Agyapong, has said any attempt to implement a quota system to enhance women representation in Parliament may not work. “We talk of women representation. Nobody has a problem with their representation but everywhere in the world, politics is so rough and dirty but most of our women […] The post We
Tax Analyst, Dr. Abdallah Ali Nakyea, has suggested to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), to put in place the necessary measures to tax digital business transactions going forward. He says this should enable the Authority to increase its revenue sources in order to meet or exceed revenue targets. The outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic has […] The post Put
In this edition of the Citi Business Festival 2020, Bernard Avle hosts the Managing Partner of Ali-Nakyea & Associates, Dr. Abdallah Ali-Nakyea to share insights on the topic “Tax compliance in abnormal times” He shares insights on compliance with tax obligations amidst the COVID-19 outbreak and some tax concessions companies can take advantage of. The […] The post #CitiBusinessFestival:
The Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI), Mr. Kwame Asuah Takyi is advocating for the inclusion of COVID-19 testing in the International Certificate of Vaccination otherwise known as ‘Yellow Card’ to strengthen health security. He made the call last Tuesday during a web-based seminar on the impact of COVID-19 on the Economic Community of West Africa States […] The post Include
Citi Breakfast Show discuses the guidelines for the reopening of schools and listen to the concerns of parents and guardians. The Citi Business Festival continues with the on-air series. Dr Ali Nakyea, the Managing Partner of Ali Nakyea & Associates, speaks on ‘Compliance In Abnormal Times’. Citi97.3 · Citi Breakfast Show, Wednesday, June 3, 2020 The post Citi Breakfast
Facebook and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement are partnering to launch #AfricaTogether a digital campaign and two-day festival on June 4th and 5th featuring artists from across Africa to encourage continued vigilance against COVID-19. With more than 100,000 COVID-19 cases confirmed on the continent and containment measures easing in many countries, #AfricaTogether […] The post Facebook
Talk from ecologists, conservationists, climate scientists, environmentalists and experts of other such related fields seem to have been towing the same line increasingly over the past decade. All these experts are holding placards with one clear message running through we need to act swiftly to save the environment for our own sake and for posterity. […] The post Edith-Casely
The Minister of Youth and Sports, Isaac Asiamah, has confirmed that his outfit will ensure the payment of ex-Black Stars head coach, Kwesi Appiah. The Sports Ministry revealed this in a press briefing of the easing of restriction on sporting activities in the current climate of the Coronavirus pandemic. “Kwesi Appiah has done a lot […] The post ‘We will pay Kwesi
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