More than 200 final year students from nine schools in the Eastern and Greater Accra Regions participated in a day’s Empower Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) workshop in Accra to foster a sustainable learning environment for future opportunities. The Empower Playgrounds in collaboration with the Ghana Science Association, and with support from the ‘Me … The post Over
There was near brawl on some commercial vehicles (trotro) from the Kwame Nkrumah Circle Station to Ablekuma when passengers were informed of a sudden increase in transport fare imposed on them by drivers. Passengers who refused to pay on grounds that the fare hike was not official were threatened with being prevented from boarding the … The post Brawl over increase in transport fares appeared
More than 1,500 needy persons were presented with assorted food and non-food items worth GH¢ 1.45 million by the Living Yahweh 7th Day Sabbath Assemblies Church as part of their annual passover and charity. At least 700 bags of rice, 350 maxi – bags of maize, 5,000 clothes, 50 wheel chairs, 150 white canes, over … The post Living Yahweh supports
As part of Ghana’s post COVID-19 recovery process, the government has awarded a $35,000 grant to three scientists to research into possible vaccines to combat emerging infectious diseases. The grant is part of a $28.5 million facility from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to implement Post COVID-19 Skills Development and Productivity Enhancement Project (PSDPEP) over … The post 3
Former President John Dramani Mahama says the next National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration will consider local language as a medium of instruction for pupils, from kindergarten ((KG) to basic three. He was speaking on Friday at a pre-tertiary policy dialogue with the various teacher unions, comprising National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Ghana National Association … The post NDC
Of late, there are reports of the intentions of transport operators increasing fares and the whole country is awaiting that. However, reports reaching the Ghanaian Times have it that some commercial vehicle drivers in Accra (both trotro and taxi) have started charging new fares from the centre of the city to some of its suburbs. … The post Stop issuing threats, hasten process of
One hundred and twenty-six investigators and data collectors of the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service (GPS), attended training on Road Accident Data Management System (RADMS), in Accra. The event that was organised by the MTTD with support from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), aimed at strengthening the professional … The post 126
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $999,000 grant to support an initiative aimed at fostering green jobs for women, youth and people with disabilities in Ghana and Senegal. Approved through its Youth Entrepreneurship and Innovation Multi-Donor Trust Fund (YEI MDTF), the funds would be injected into the Strengthening Women, Youth and People with … The post AfDB
Ukraine has opened an embassy in Accra with an aim of consolidating its 32-year-old diplomatic ties with Ghana to yield mutually beneficial social, political and economic benefits for the citizens of both countries. The mission would perform functions, including developing political contacts, strengthening economic and people-to-people ties, and providing consular services to Ukrainians and Ghanaians. Located … The post Ukraine
A total of 1,303 graduates of the University of Media, Art and Communication (UniMAC) were on Thursday conferred with various undergraduates and postgraduate degrees and diploma. The graduates, comprising 384 males and 919 females, (70.5 per cent), were awarded the academic laurels at the 2nd congregation of the university held at the Institute of Journalism … The post 1,303 graduate from UniMAC appeared first
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Mr Akwasi Agyeman, has advocated the need for Ghanaians to patronage locally- made foods and beverages to promote Ghana’s economic growth and culture. According to him, Ghanaians had a role to preserve the culture and heritage of the country at all times. Speaking at the launch … The post Eat
The Deputy Minister for The Interior, Naana Eyiah Quansah, has advised personnel of the Ghana Prisons Service to work diligently as the country nears its presidential and parliamentary elections. She said they were expected to uphold professionalism and promote peace in the discharge of their duties to help consolidate the country’s democratic gains in the … The post Minister
The Deputy Minister for The Interior, Naana Eyiah Quansah, has advised personnel of the Ghana Prisons Service to work diligently as the country nears its presidential and parliamentary elections. She said they were expected to uphold professionalism and promote peace in the discharge of their duties to help consolidate the country’s democratic gains in the … The post Minister
Krif Ghana Limited has launched its new security solution products in Accra. The products, manufactured by Fitchet Security Solutions included safes, vaults, bulletproof doors, windows, multi-resistant facades among others. Launching the products on Tuesday, the Executives Chairman of Krif Ghana Limited, Reverend Kennedy Okosun said the new products would set a new standard for security … The post Krif
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) on Wednesday took delivery of personal body protective gears worth £260,000 in support of the country’s counter terrorism and security operations. Donated by the government of the United Kingdom (UK), the equipment include bullet proof vest, helmets, gloves, counter bomb and training kits as well as first aid equipment. The … The post UK govt donates
Representatives of Francophonie countries with diplomatic representation in Ghana and allied institutions on Saturday went on a procession in Accra to promote the language and its cultural diversity. Dubbed the “Francophonie Parade”, the two-hour procession, started from Kwame Nkrumah Interchange to the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) forecourt, was to climax this year’s edition of the … The post ‘Francophonie
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration (MFARI) has cautioned Ghanaians planning to travel abroad to be wary of the activities of “middlemen and agents” who propose juicy offers and services. According to the Ministry, some of them are offering citizenship, resident permits and job offers in conflict areas and in countries at war, … The post Foreign
The European Union (EU) Delegation to Ghana will commemorate this year’s Europe Month, focusing on the importance of youth and skills development in the EU-Ghana partnership and how to advance it. The month long event, marked in May each year, celebrates the progress and future of the EU as well as its cooperation and partnership … The post Europe Month to focus on youth,
A book on Contemporary International Law and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Normative Architecture has been launched in Accra. Titled, “The Evolving ECOWAS Normative Architecture and Contemporary International Law: A Case Study of Pro-Democracy Intervention in the Gambia,” the book focuses on ECOWAS’ Pro-Democracy Intervention in The Gambia’s December 2016 post-electoral dispute. The … The post Book
Meta’s artificial intelligence-powered assistant is suddenly everywhere in its flagship apps, and some users are not thrilled. The company announced late last week that its assistant, Meta AI, would now be integrated into Facebook feeds as well as in the search bar across its biggest platforms. It’s also now available in at least a dozen … The post Meta is
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