Water Research Institute initiates moves to end prenatal deaths caused by mercury pollution
By Jonathan Thompson Studies by scientists have revealed that the health effects of illegal mining, also known as galamsey, on Ghanaians living in mining areas are becoming more damaging to pregnant women and new-born babies. The chemicals and metals used in these mining activities such as mercury, lead and arsenic pollute water bodies, the soil […]
Visa-on arrival re-introduced for travelers into Ghana ahead of festivities
Government has waived the requirement for pre-arrival visa acquisition for travelers to Ghana ahead of the Christmas season. This means that passengers will instead receive their visas upon arrival in Ghana. The arrangement, which takes effect from December 1, 2023, to January 15, 2024, is part of government’s Beyond the Return agenda. This was conveyed […]
Parliamentary Service welcomes investigations into near sale of Speaker’s house
The Parliamentary Service of Ghana has maintained that the decision by the Lands and Natural Resources Ministry to investigate the attempts made to sell the official residence of the Speaker of Parliament is highly welcomed. During a Parliamentary Breakfast meeting on Monday, November 20, 2023, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Bagbin disclosed an attempt […]
Stop, Think and Drive Road Safety Campaign launched in Koforidua
By Michael Kofi Kenetey In order to promote safety on the roads, the National Road Safety Authority, NRSA, Eastern Regional Directorate with support from Vivo Energy and its transporters has launched the 2023 Stop, Think and Drive Road Safety Campaign in Koforidua for drivers in the Eastern Region. The campaign is also to educate and […]
Airbus saga: National Security Minister stops planned demo at Mahama’s residence
The Minister of National Security, Albert Kan-Dapaah, has stopped the planned demonstration by the ‘Fixing The Country Movement’ against Former President John Dramani Mahama. The Minister halted the demonstration over security concerns. Announcing this in a statement, Convener of the group, Ernest Owusu-Bempah, said the Fixing the Country Movement wishes to inform the public that […]
Bosome-Freho community mining scheme launched; 4000 jobs to be created
By Felix Cofie Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources George Mireku Duker has rallied the people of Bosome-Freho to throw their weight behind the newly launched Community Mining Scheme (CMS) in the area as it has the potential to spur the socio-economic development of the area. With the concession set to create over four […]
CAF Champions League: Medeama leave for Egypt for Al Ahly clash
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Ghana Premier League champions Medeama SC have left the shores of Ghana for Egypt ahead of this weekend’s CAF Champions League against record winners Al Ahly. The Mauves and Yellow provided the Black Stars with three players in the likes of Jonathan Sowah, Nurudeen Abdulai, and Fatawu Hamid in the just-ended […]
Dr. Sam Ankrah debunks copyright infringement claims
By Emmanuel Oti Acheampong Independent Presidential Candidate Dr. Sam Ankrah has refuted false claims of intellectual property misappropriation amid allegations from a group accusing him of unauthorized use of their campaign. The controversy stems from a political marketing strategy involving masked individuals presenting themselves as the next political force in Ghana, generating widespread media attention. […]
Teachers reassigned to areas affected by dam spillage- Education Minister
By Jeremiah Nutsugah The Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has disclosed that teachers have been reassigned to various places to offer support to those affected by the spillage and accommodate all students. He highlighted that the Ministry of Education is determined, with the support of the World Bank and development partners, to bring […]
Melissa Barrera: Actress fired from Scream 7 over Israel-Gaza posts
Mexican actress Melissa Barrera has been fired from the forthcoming Scream film sequel after the production company said her recent pro-Palestinian social media posts were antisemitic. The star has posted regularly about the Israel-Gaza conflict, including resharing one post that accused Israel of “genocide and ethnic cleansing”. Production company Spyglass said it had “zero tolerance […]
