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Driver who caused accident on Tema-Mpakadan rail lines jailed for six months
Abel Dzidotor, a 41-year-old truck driver who abandoned his vehicle on the Tema-Mpakadan rail lines, has been sentenced to six months in jail by the Juapong Circuit Court. This was after he pleaded guilty to three out of four charges namely – careless and inconsiderate driving, unauthorized stopping, and causing harm. He was convicted on […]
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NHIA partner Korean Foundation for Int’l Healthcare to train staff
The Korean Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) in alliance with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has commenced its Knowledge Sharing Executive Initiative for participants of the authority. The Initiative in collaboration with the University of Ghana Business School, is a 5-day inculcation Programme for the second set of participants of the Authority. Lead Resource […]
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Stuck medicines at the port to be cleared by middle of April – Global Coordinating Mechanism
Despite millions of dollars invested in Ghana’s health systems to combat HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria, life-saving drugs and healthcare products for these ailments have been stuck at the Tema Harbour for over ten months. For those who depend on these medicines, the continued delay in clearing these medications put their lives at risk. Ghana is […]
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Community Pharmacists to offer services under NHIS
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 […]
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NHIA Deputy Chief Executive ends tour of regional facilities
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Operations, Louisa Atta-Agyemang (Mrs.), concluded a three-day working visit to the Greater Accra, Volta, and Oti Regions on March 28, 2024. She concluded the tour in the Kpando Municipality of the Volta Region, where she expressed satisfaction with the limited rollout of the […]
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Hopes of HIV cure after breakthrough using gene-editing ‘scissors’
A cure for HIV could be on the horizon after scientists eliminated the virus from cells in a laboratory. Using a gene-editing tool known as Crispr-Cas, researchers were able to target HIV DNA and remove all traces of the virus from infected cells. Working essentially as scissors, the Nobel Prize-winning technology can cut DNA at […]
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No more ‘football age’ as Veep launches Ghana Card Number at Birth
The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has launched the Ghana Card Number at Birth initiative. From yesterday, March 14, 2024 every Ghanaian child born in an accredited health facility will be given a Ghana Card Number at birth. The initiative was launched on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at the Ga North Municipal Hospital, where children […]
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NIA urges Public Service Workers Union to reconsider indefinite strike
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has appealed to the Public Service Workers Union of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to cancel its planned strike and retract its notice of action, scheduled to begin on March 25, 2024. The Union, in a statement released on March 4, announced its intention to embark on an indefinite strike […]
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Hit list for crafting a winning PR strategy
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 […]
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Over 70% of persons aged 15-49 discriminate against persons living with HIV
A report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), has revealed that over 70% of both males and females aged 15 to 49 who are aware of HIV exhibit discriminatory attitudes towards those living with the virus. These attitudes include the belief that HIV-positive children should not attend school with HIV-negative children, or that they would […]
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NHIA Executive Management begins four-day tour of Northern zone
The National Health Insurance Authority’s Executive Management, led by Chief Executive Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, has embarked on a four-day working tour to the Northern Zone to inaugurate some completed projects. The tour, which started on February 14, 2024, includes the Upper West, Upper East, Savannah, North East, and Northern Regions and is expected to […]
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KIA begins repair works on ceilings at Terminal 3
Management of the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) has commenced repair works on leaked ceilings at the facility’s Terminal 3. The company in a statement said, the challenge stems from condensation of air condition pipes which causes the pipes to drip on to the ceiling. But management has disclosed that a contractor has currently been engaged […]
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GACL conducts work on ceilings at KIA
The Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) has commenced repair works on leaked ceilings at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA). The company in a statement said, the challenge stems from condensation of air condition pipes which causes the pipes to drip on to the ceiling. But management has disclosed that a contractor has currently been engaged […]
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NIA rejects blame for ‘illegal’ charges on MoMo to Bank transfers
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has rejected claims by banks that the Ghana Card is responsible for identification challenges leading to illegal charges on money transfers between personal bank accounts to mobile money wallets. This comes after complaints from individuals about fees charged for transferring money between bank accounts and mobile money wallets with the […]
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About 191 financial institutions have access to NIA data – Prof Attafuah
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has confirmed that approximately 191 financial institutions, encompassing Universal Banks, Rural Banks, and Savings and Loan companies, now have access to its data. In an interview on the Citi Breakfast Show on Friday, February 2, Prof. Kenneth Attafuah, the Executive Secretary of the NIA, disclosed that these institutions have seamlessly […]
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NIA rejects blame for ‘illegal’ Bank charges on MoMo to Bank transfers
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has rejected claims by banks that the Ghana Card is responsible for identification challenges leading to illegal charges on money transfers between personal bank accounts to mobile money wallets. This comes after complaints from individuals about fees charged for transferring money between bank accounts and mobile money wallets with the […]
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76% of men are unaware of their HIV status – GSS Report
The Ghana Demographic and Health Survey conducted by the Ghana Statistical Service has revealed concerning statistics regarding HIV awareness and prevention among men aged 15 to 49. The data reveals that a significant 76 percent of men in this age group are unaware of their HIV status. Furthermore, only 28% reported the use of condoms […]
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Iraq condemns ‘irresponsible’ US air strikes on Iran-backed groups
The Iraqi government has strongly condemned US strikes which targeted sites used by Iranian-backed groups in Iraq on Wednesday. A spokesperson for Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani said they “blatantly” violated his country’s sovereignty. The US said its “proportionate” attacks had targeted “Iran-affiliated groups”. The paramilitary Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) said the “treacherous” US […]
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