The Ghana Statistical Service has held a colourful census night to mark the official start of the 2021 Population and Housing Census. The census night fell on Sunday, June 27, 2021. For instance, in the Korle Klottey Municipality of the Greater Accra Region, there was a float through the major streets to create awareness about […] The post Statistical
The Western Regional Minister, Kwabena Okyere Darko Mensah, has appealed to persons in the region to avail themselves to be counted for a successful population census. The Regional Minister who was the first person to be enumerated in the region hours before the Census Night said the development residents are seeking is dependent on the […] The post Avail
Accra Hearts of Oak took a big step closer to a first league title in eleven years after they overpowered rivals Asante Kotoko in a crucial Ghana Premier League match on Sunday in Accra. With both teams heading into the game level on points, it was the Phobians who came up with a clutch performance […] The post Hearts of Oak beat Asante Kotoko to move closer
The former Managing Director of the Tema Oil Refinery, Asante Berko, has rejected media reports suggesting that he has been found guilty by the U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for arranging bribes for government officials in Ghana to assist a client win a power plant contract. Mr. Berko in a statement issued by his […] The post ‘Neither
The Ho Teaching Hospital, in the Volta Region, has launched a Cardiothoracic Disease Center Fundraising Project aimed at equipping the hospital’s cardiothoracic center. The project, spearheaded by ICS Africa, is aimed at raising more than $3.2 million to improve the already existing centre with modern state-of-the-art equipment, and also make it a reference centre for […] The post Ho
Analysis of data from a national survey of police officers found two-thirds experienced Coronavirus-induced psychological distress and sleep problems; some officers were found to have contemplated suicide. The research, which tracked the mental health and psychological wellbeing of police officers during the Covid-19 pandemic, was conducted by Dr. Samuel Adjorlolo (University of Ghana, Legon) and […] The post Two-thirds
Almost 6 out of 10 health workers have experienced depression due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This is according to a nationwide study of the mental health and psychological wellbeing of nurses and midwives since the outcome of the pandemic in Ghana. The research was conducted by Dr. Samuel Adjorlolo at the University of Ghana (Legon) […] The post COVID
With less than 24 hours to the start of the 2021 Population and Housing Census, the National Coalition of Field Officers is demanding Health and Risk allowances and an increase in their remuneration from the Ghana Statistical Service(GSS). The coalition, which includes enumerators and supervisors, wants their remuneration increased from an expected GHC2,520, and GHC2,950 […] The post 2021
Conveners of the #FixTheCountry campaign say they will soon come up with a new date for their protest. This follows the decision of the Accra High Court to dismiss an application from the police restraining the group from embarking on the demonstration as far as COVID-19 restrictions are in force in accordance with the law. […] The post We’ll announce
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has said he will not hesitate to sack any Deputy Minister of State who undermines the substantive Minister. Nana Akufo-Addo said it takes unity and loyalty to help in the growth and development of the Ministry and by extension the country. Speaking at the swearing-in of 39 Deputy Ministers […] The post ‘I
The Ghana Police Service has said it will take full responsibility in giving late constable Emmanuel Osei who was killed during an attack on a bullion van at Jamestown a befitting burial. The Police have promised to draw lessons from the incident and prevent similar events in the future. Director-General of Welfare at the Ghana […] The post Bullion
The Narcotics Control Commission has cautioned the public against the use and abuse of banned substances. The Commission in a statement to commemorate World Drug Day said a national baseline study on drug use in the country would confirm a rise in the number of drug users. In 2020, 242 persons sought treatment for drug […] The post World Drug Day:
Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta, the Finance Minister, has urged the diaspora community to return home with their talents, capital, skills, and knowledge to facilitate Ghana’s growth. He implored them to return with honesty, open-mindedness, optimism, and moderate expectations, adding that there are opportunities for the diaspora community. “There will be challenges, but you need to exercise […] The post ‘Come
Gospel musician Diana Antwi Hamilton has been adjudged the Artiste of the Year at the 2021 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA). This is the second time a gospel musician has won the most prestigious award at the VGMAs. In 2017, Joe Mettle made history as the first gospel musician to have earned that feat. Apart […] The post #VGMA22: Diana Hamilton
Mr Ken Ofori-Atta, the Finance Minister, has urged the diaspora community to return home with their talents, capital, skills, and knowledge to facilitate Ghana’s growth. He implored them to return with honesty, open-mindedness, optimism, and moderate expectations and that there were opportunities for the diaspora community. “There will be challenges, but you need to exercise […] The post Come
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