Did you know that people from Avatime were people who acted decisively?
Did you know that among the Avatimes, were people, who were determined and acted decisively? Did you also know that it was based on the traits of these people, that they got the community name Avatime, as is known now? Well GBCnews, through its programme, What’s in a name series, has learnt that Avatime Vane […]
Vegetative Cover of Keta Ramsar site under threat
The vegetation cover of the Keta Lagoon Complex Ramsar Site is depleting at an alarming rate, posing a threat to the entire ecosystem in the enclave. Over the years, there have been indiscriminate felling of, particularly mangrove on the Wetland by some residents in communities situated along the Anlo/Keta lagoons for fuelwood. This has been […]
A Look At In-Vitro Fertilization
Health experts say options for infertility treatment are available, and the IVF process has proven to be the most effective form of assisted reproductive technology, giving hope to many infertile couples. At least 8 million babies have been born, over 40 years ago, since the historic first assisted reproductive technology, In Vitro Fertilization, was introduced. […]
Senegal hospitals overwhelmed by Covid patients
Senegal’s health ministry has warned that hospitals in the capital Dakar are overwhelmed due to a surge in Covid-19 cases. Infections have soared over the past month from a few dozens a day to about one thousand, and seven hundred cases daily. A senior public health official said medical staff in the city are exhausted […]
Tunisia president extends curfew hours
Tunisian President Kais Saied has extended a night-time curfew for the next month, a day after he suspended parliament. He’s also sacked more government ministers in the wake of the dismissal of Prime Minister Hichem Mechichi on Sunday. The president has denied accusations by the biggest political party, Ennahdha, that he’s carried out a coup. […]
Over 1,500 health workers in Ashanti Region test positive for Covid-19
The Ashanti region has recorded 783 new cases of Alpha and Delta variants of COVID-19 between the 19th and 25th of this month. Eight-five Basic and Senior High Schools in the region recorded 365 of the cases with 254 pupils and students recovering, while 111 are still undergoing treatment. The Ashanti Regional Health Director, Dr. […]
Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo appointed first female Ag Vice-Chancellor of University of Ghana
The University of Ghana Council has appointed Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, as acting Vice-Chancellor. Her appointment takes effect from August 1, 2021. A statement signed by the Registrar, Mercy HaizelAshiasaid Prof Amfo will act until the University Council appoints a substantive Vice Chancellor. The 49-year-old Professor, will not only be the first woman, but […]
Government says Minority’s chiding of public debt matters is mere exaggeration
Government has described as exaggerated issues raised by the Minority in Parliament about the public debt stock within the four-year term of President Akufo-Addo’s administration. Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah Speaking on Behind the News dismissed claims that government is plunging the country into deep economic crisis. Mr. Kumah who admitted that Ghana’s debt level […]
Health benefits of grinded pepper, tomatoes, onions, garlic and ginger
Health benefits of consuming grinded pepper, tomatoes, onions, garlic and ginger focuses on the benefits we get from consuming grinded pepper in it raw states without cooking them- A feature in Akan.
Road Accident: 106 people killed in six months in Tema
A total of 106 people have been killed through road accidents in the Tema Region between January and June this year, the Motor Transport and Traffic Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service has revealed. The statistics indicate that 89 males were killed as against 17 females; Sergeant Richard Timinka, representing Chief Superintendent William Asante […]
