Ghana’s food insecurity soars by 5.77% amid economic challenges – Report
The July 2024 Food Security Monitor report reveals a troubling escalation in food insecurity across Ghana, with the rate of insufficient food consumption (IFC) surging by 5.77%. This increase is…
WHO declares mpox a global public health emergency for second time in two years
The World Health Organization on Wednesday declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years, following an outbreak of the viral infection in Democratic Republic…
Gold for oil policy still on track – BoG
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has asserted that the government’s Gold for Oil policy is progressing as planned. The initiative was launched by the government to address Ghana’s depleting foreign…
Mahama outlines plans to improve Free SHS and address education challenges
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has announced comprehensive plans to enhance the Free Senior High School (SHS) program if elected. His proposals include improving infrastructure,…
1-teacher, 1-laptop: General Secretary of GNAT gives government 2-week ultimatum to distribute laptops
The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has given the Ministry of Education a two-week ultimatum to distribute the laptops procured under the ‘1-teacher, 1-laptop’ initiative to teachers. According to…
Public Office Holders’ bill must be passed to curb conflict of interest – Domelevo
A former Auditor-General, Daniel Yaw Domelevo, has expressed concern about the high incidence of conflict of interest among Ghanaian public officials. This follows the Airbus scandal, where Special Prosecutor Kissi…
Sue for medical negligence to help sanitise health system – Lawyer advises
Private legal practitioner and author, Albert Gyamfi, has urged Ghanaians to take steps to sue facilities and medical professionals for suspected cases of medical negligence to help reform the country's…
Empowering Africa’s Youth: A Commitment to Our Future
The youth of Africa stand at the threshold of a transformative era, one that demands our collective effort to harness their potential as leaders and innovators. As the African Union…
Parliament’s Health Committee condemns closure of Korle-Bu’s renal unit
The Health Committee of Parliament has strongly condemned the sudden closure of the Renal Unit at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, a decision that has tragically led to the deaths of…
Affirmative Action Bill has not been submitted to Akufo-Addo yet – Gender Minister
After more than two decades of multiple parliamentary deliberations, Ghana’s Parliament passed the Affirmative Action Bill on July 30, 2024. The bill mandates the government to set progressive targets for…
