Jaundice in newborns has been reported to be on the rise in the Volta Region of the country. Data on the level of jaundice reveals an increase in the incidence of newborns, with a total of 720 cases reported in 2019, 879 cases in 2020, 997 cases in 2021, and 1238 cases in 2022. The […] The post Jaundice in newborn babies on the rise in Volta Region appeared first on
Israel’s government has moved to shut down the operations of the Al Jazeera television network in the country, branding it a mouthpiece for Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the cabinet agreed to the closure while the war in Gaza is ongoing. Police raided the Qatari broadcaster’s office at the Ambassador hotel in Jerusalem on […] The post Al Jazeera
Chinese President Xi Jinping is on his first trip to Europe in five years, which is likely to be dominated by Russia’s war in Ukraine as well as economic strains between Beijing and Brussels. The first stop will be France, with Xi due to hold talks in Paris on May 6 with French President Emmanuel […] The post China’s President begins first Europe tour in
Some trader associations in Kumasi have vowed to campaign against the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming 2024 general election “if the government fails to complete all the abandoned markets in the Ashanti Region.” The associations, including the Second-hand Cloth Sellers Association, Santasi Traders Union, Suame Magazine Workers Union, Mamponteng Traders Association, Central Market […] The post A/R:
Fire has destroyed multiple structures at Saban Park in Chorkor. Many residents who were affected by the fire were attending church services when the incident occurred. On-site eyewitnesses attributed the cause of the fire to an electrical malfunction, adding to the community’s distress. Reports indicate that the Ghana National Fire Service responded swiftly, arriving on […] The post Fire
James Klutse Avedzi, the Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament (PAC), has attributed the depletion of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust’s (SSNIT) reserves to unprofitable investments. The International Labour Organization’s (ILO) recent report predicts that SSNIT’s reserves will be completely depleted by 2036. Mr Avedzi finds this disclosure unsurprising and advocates […] The post ILO’s
The Ashanti Regional Security Council has warned that it will begin taking custody of stray cattle left unconfined by their owners. The council expressed concerns about how stray animals continue to destroy trees planted along streets and other vantage locations in parts of the region. On some major streets in parts of the Ashanti Region, […] The post Ashanti
The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has destroyed seized tobacco products from Pulmakom and Tamale in the Upper East and Northern Regions, respectively. The tobacco products were impounded after they illegally entered the country, evading taxes to the detriment of national revenue. In a coordinated effort with the military command and other […] The post Millions
The former Municipal Chief Executive Officer of Weija-Gbawe, Patrick Kumor, has reportedly passed away. His death followed a brief illness. He was among the 25 MCEs whose appointments were recently rescinded by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Mr. Michael Danquah succeeded Mr. Kumor in his position. During his tenure, Mr. Kumor initiated numerous projects within […] The post Former
There are not many politicians who end up matching their rhetoric with action. Dr Mahamudu Bawumia belongs to that limited group with the rare combination of intellectual acumen, practical know-how, noble values, leadership abilities and actionable skills to get things done. And the track record is there to show. Vice President Bawumia is unlike any […] The post Dr Mahamudu Bawumia:
Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, the President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has expressed concern over the inconsistent power supply in Ghana, known as “dumsor”, and its impact on media houses. He highlighted that the irregular power supply is negatively affecting the international standing of Ghanaian journalists. At the World Press Freedom Day 2024 event at […] The post “Dumsor”
The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ghana Education Service (GES) to hire 10,000 qualified individuals. These recruits will serve in Secondary, Junior High, and primary schools nationwide. The new hires, who will be brought on board under the MoU, will fill roles as kitchen assistants, security […] The post YEA Signs
Chelsea strengthened their chances of securing European football next season, cruising to victory against West Ham at Stamford Bridge. It took just 15 minutes for Chelsea to get their noses in front with Cole Palmer reacting quickest to meet a loose ball in the West Ham box. West Ham almost hit back immediately when Jarrod […] The post Chelsea thrash West Ham to stay on track
Traders in the Ashanti Region are struggling due to the influx of counterfeit textiles in the market, leading to a loss of customers and potential closure of businesses. The issue is particularly prominent in the Kejetia Market, where fake products dominate, causing genuine textile sellers to suffer. Ghana Textiles Printing Limited, producers of various local […] The post Ashanti
Bright Simons claimed on Saturday’s Newsfile that the Electoral Commission lied when the Commission stated that the cost per voter in 2020 was $7.7. He claimed that from his calculations, Ghana’s cost per voter was rather $12.5, as he suggested the country spent over ?1.2 billion on the 2020 elections. To start with, from the […] The post Bright Simons
Students at the University of Professional Studies, (UPSA) Accra are raising concerns for their safety due to the absence of functional streetlights near the university. This lack of visibility on the stretch in front of the school has left many vulnerable, particularly in light of the reported increase in robberies along the darkened streets. Speaking […] The post UPSA students
Students at the University of Professional Studies, (UPSA) Accra are raising concerns for their safety due to the absence of functional streetlights near the university. This lack of visibility on the stretch in front of the school has left many vulnerable, particularly in light of the reported increase in robberies along the darkened streets. Speaking […] The post UPSA
The National Democratic Congress Parliamentary Candidate for Sekondi, Lawyer Blay Nyameke Armah, has started piloting his women’s banking promise with interest-free loans to about 400 women traders in and around the Sekondi market. Each trader who applied for financial assistance received an interest-free loan ranging from GHS3,000 to GHS7,000 to be paid within five months. […] The post Sekondi
Truck drivers operating at the Tema port have declared their intention to commence a sit-down strike on Monday, May 6, 2024. The drivers are protesting against a series of issues including attacks by armed robbers, harassment by uniformed personnel, and unlawful detention. They are calling for immediate action to address these concerns. In an official […] The post Tema
Private Legal Practitioner Martin Kpebu has urged the Attorney General to retract its letter to the Economic and Organised Crime Office, which recommended halting the money laundering investigations into former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah’s affairs. The Attorney General’s office advised against these investigations on May 1, following its determination that the Special Prosecutor’s request for […] The post Cecilia
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