We’ll support Ghana to achieve zero maternal death by 2030 – UNFPA
By: Nicholas Osei-Wusu The United Nations Population Fund, UNFPA has given an assurance of its continued assistance to Ghana till efforts at subduing maternal deaths and morbidity in Ghana is achieved. In this regard, the Fund and its partners will continue with the provision of the relevant support including technical and logistics in quality human […]
Enough of routine seminars, get to work – Greater Accra Regional Minister to MMDAs
By: Jonathan Thompson The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Henry Quartey has charged Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies, MMDAs, to move away from the usual workshops and seminars to adopt practical measures to ensure that development in urban areas is sanitized. He said it is regrettable that workshops come out with great recommendations which just end […]
IMF set to approve $3bn bailout for Ghana in May – Sources
SOURCE: GRAPHICONLINE Ghana is set to secure final approval for the $3 billion bailout programme from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in May after tapping the goodwill of the fund and key bilateral creditors to fast track the debt restructuring process, Graphic Online has gathered. Financial assurance from the bilateral creditors, which is the last […]
Mozambique authorities seize drugs in banana truck
Police in Mozambique have seized 124kg (19.5 stone) of hard drugs hidden in a truck carrying bananas at the border with South Africa. According to police, a drug that was presumed to be methamphetamine was found. The truck was driven by a South African who managed to escape, however, the police are in possession of […]
Nuclear power recommended as base-load energy for industrialisation
By Dominic Hlordzi Using nuclear power as a base-load in the energy generation mix has been highly recommended for countries that want to industrialise. Considered a green form of energy, nuclear power is said to be reliable, clean and cost-effective. Executive Director of Nuclear Power Ghana, Dr. Stephen Yamoah highlighted the importance of nuclear power […]
Energy Commission launches 10th Anniversary of Electrical Wiring Programme
By Dominic Hlordzi For ten years, the Energy Commission has championed strategic efforts at reducing electrical fires and the use of substandard electrical cables across the country. “Well done, says the Energy Ministry to the Commission for effectively implementing the Ghana Electrical Wiring Regulations 2011, L.I. 2008.” Deputy Minister for Energy, Herbert Krapa on behalf […]
Jack Teixeira: Suspect in Pentagon documents leak named
The suspect in the leaking of highly sensitive US defence and intelligence documents is named as Jack Teixeira, US officials tell CBS News. The New York Times earlier reported that the leader of an online gaming chat group where the files leaked in recent months had the same name. The paper said he is a […]
Netflix to expand in Africa after creating hit shows
Online streaming giant Netflix has said that it plans to expand operations in Africa, saying its $175m (£140m) investment on the continent since 2016 has already created some hit shows. The announcement was made at an event in Johannesburg where Netflix launched a report on its impact in South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya. According to the […]
Adopt mentorship as a means to improve career chances, Youth urged
By Emmanuel Oti Acheampong Lead patron of the Duo Concept Foundation and Public Affairs Director of the Parliament of Ghana, Ms. Kate Addo has urged the youth to prioritize volunteerism and mentorship opportunities as a means of improving their career chances at every level of their social lives. Speaking to children at the Great Mission […]
Three in police grips for preventing ECG Officers from disconnecting illegal meter
By Gloria Atiase Three persons are currently in the grips of the police for illegally preventing Electricity Company of Ghana Limited, ECG, officials from disconnecting an illegal power supply. A fourth suspect and owner of the disconnected meter, Odoi Darko, is currently on the run. In an interview with the media, the Eastern Regional General […]
