The Community Practice Pharmacists Association (CPPA) has announced plans to collaborate with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) to extend healthcare access by accrediting One Thousand Community Pharmacies nationwide. This announcement was made during a CPPA Virtual General Meeting themed “Providing Quality Care Through Health Insurance.” The initiative aims to benefit both Ghanaian residents and […] The post Community
Police in Asokore Mampong have mounted a search for criminals behind the killing of a three-year-old girl whose body was found without the tongue. The girl had been declared missing three days ago at Dagombaline, within the Asokore Mampong Municipality of the Ashanti Region. Children playing football in the vicinity, on Saturday morning stumbled upon […] The post Asokore
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU In a comprehensive update on Ghana’s debt restructuring programme, Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to restore fiscal sustainability and foster economic recovery. Speaking at a press briefing, the Minister emphasised the significance of upcoming discussions with bondholder representatives to advance restructuring engagements. “In the […] The post
Ghanaian entertainment pundit, Emmanuel Barnes, also referred to as Mr. Logic, has stated that he spends GH¢8,000 a day on average. The post I spend at least GH¢8k everyday – Mr. Logic first appeared on 3News.
In Akyem, the Learnership Trainee Programme has been instrumental in providing young people with the skills needed for building careers in mining. Launched in November 2015, the initiative is part of Newmont’s effort to contribute to the local community by training youth in operational and employable skills. As the programme entered its eighth (8th) year […] The post
The Mining Income Investment Fund (MIIF), is on the verge of piloting what has been described as the most revolutionary financing initiative for small scale gold mining in Africa. This was disclosed by the CEO of MIIF, Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng at the Distinguished Speaker Series at the University of Mines and Technology, UMat, Tarkwa. […] The post Small-scale
The military of the West African nation, which is plagued by kidnappings largely driven by demands for ransom payments, said 137 children had been freed in the country’s north.
Oxford Business Group (OBG) and MIIF have published its comprehensive report titled “ESG in Ghana’s Mining Sector,” shedding light on the pivotal role of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations in shaping the nation’s mining landscape. The report delves into the evolution of Ghana’s mining industry, exploring how ESG policies and initiatives are driving responsible […] The post
Fire has gutted the staff common room of the Adenta Community Basic School in the Adentan Municipality in Accra. The inferno started in the late hours of Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Even though the cause of the fire is not yet known, fire officers reveal the damage to furniture, books, and school records. MCE for […] The post Parts of Adenta Community Basic School destroyed
In a bid to address the pressing issue of unemployment and bolster the country’s development, the government has launched the Ghana Apprenticeship Programme. The initiative, supported by funding from the government of Ghana, the World Bank, and the German government, aims to revolutionize skills training and employment opportunities for Ghanaian youth. With a targeted goal […] The post Govt
The IMANI Centre for Policy and Education, and Professor Kwesi Aning of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, have initiated legal proceedings against the Attorney General concerning the appointment processes for leaders of uniformed security agencies. The petitioners have raised issues regarding the practice of new governments discontinuing the tenures of certain institutional heads. […] The post IMANI,
The Electoral Commission (EC) has declared that the filing fees for the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections will not be different from those charged during the 2020 polls. The EC has set the filing fee for presidential candidates at GH¢100,000 while maintaining the filing fee for parliamentary candidates at GH¢10,000. During the 2020 polls, the […] The post 2024
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that Ghana is set to commence large-scale salt production. He attributes this development to the Ada Songhor Salt project, led by Electrochem Salt Mine Limited, which he believes will significantly transform the Ghanaian economy. On Ghana’s 67th Independence Day in Koforidua, Eastern Region, on March 6, the President […] The post Ghana
By Asantewaa OSAFO Public Relations (PR) is a vital aspect of any business’ success. It helps to shape its image, build relationships with stakeholders and, ultimately, drive growth. Crafting an effective PR strategy requires careful planning and execution. As the new year unfolds, businesses across various industries are gearing up to formulate and implement their […] The post Hit
Economic and social activities in Bompieso, in the Prestea-Huni Valley Municipality of the Western Region, came to a standstill on Friday, 1st March 2024 when the Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, responsible for Mines, Hon. George Mireku Duker, led a delegation to officially launch the Bompieso Community Mining Scheme. This initiative is expected […] The post Bompieso
Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah The Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has called on government to ensure that mining communities adhere to the law governing the Read More... The post ‘Adhere To Community Mining Laws’ appeared first on
Workers at the Future Global Resources Bogoso-Prestea Mines have rejected recapitalization and restructuring proposals by Blue Holdings in response to workers’ recent demonstrations urging the government to bring in new investors, following FGR’s failure to invest in the mines. FGR in a February 26 statement disclosed that it has In a statement released on February […] The post FGR
Protest broke out in Oyo State, South-West Nigeria, on Monday, over high cost of living, food inflation and the current economic hardship being experienced in Nigeria. Staged in the Mokola area of Ibadan, the state capital, placard-carrying youths in their droves chanted songs to drive home their points. Some of the placards have inscriptions such as […] The post Protest in Oyo over high cost of living
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Obuasi AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine (AGA) has constructed a new building for the Obuasi District Police Headquarters, in a bid to enhance security and safety of the communities within the Obuasi catchment area. The building was constructed at a cost of GH₵2.13million. Located at New Bidiem, the land for the building was […] The post
A student’s vow to overthrow one of Africa’s last ruling monarchs faces a roadblock: his own father, a soldier sworn to protect the throne.
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