In a crucial encounter on Wednesday, Medeama showcased their resilience as they stunned Hearts of Oak in matchday 25 of the Ghana Premier League, continuing the latter’s poor form in the competition. The Yellow and Mauves, determined to reclaim their dominance in the league after recent struggles, put on a stellar performance at the Akoon […] The post Hearts of Oak
Ghana faces a potential health crisis after the Global Fund suspended shipments of essential medical supplies due to delays in clearing previous donations stuck at Tema Port. This includes vital antiretroviral drugs for HIV/AIDS patients. The Africa Center for Health Policy Research and Analysis (ACHPR&A) expressed grave concern over the government’s inaction in expediting the […] The post Health
The Ghana Epidemic Preparedness Financing Advocacy has urged the government to create and implement a domestic financing strategy for health emergency readiness and response. This plea is based on the essential need to strengthen the country’s Global Health Security capabilities and ensure a quick and effective response to health emergencies. On Tuesday, April 9, Mr […] The post Ghana
The General Overseer of the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC), Pastor Mensa Otabil has issued a severe warning to anyone thinking about immigrating to Europe. The post ‘Those running to Europe are joining a sinking ship’ – Dr. Mensa Otabil first appeared on 3News.
The Medical Laboratory Workers’ Union (MELPWU) is threatening to protest to demand their conditions of service in the coming weeks. The union expressed frustration over the government’s delay in finalising their ongoing negotiations. According to the association, they last met with the government on March 8, 2024, to discuss their conditions of service. Despite making […] The post Medical
Service standard concerns Freight rates standardisation Transparency and predictability By Mohammed AWAL The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), Kwesi Baffour Sarpong, has requested that shipping line charges in the sector be predictable, competitive, transparent and uniform. In his opening remarks during a meeting with the Ship Owners and Agents Association […] The post
New cases of breast cancer have doubled from 2,000 as of 2022 to 4,000 on a yearly basis since last year across the country. Unfortunately, over 20 percent of the patients are less than 40 years old, thus raising concerns on the need to move beyond awareness creation as a country. The peak age group […] The post New breast cancer cases recorded in Ghana
Traders from Bantama Race Course and Suame markets and those from Kejetia Central and Abinkyi Markets in Kumasi have contributed a total of GHc220,000 to the Heal KATH project. While the women from Kejetia Central and Abinkyi Markets, led by Nana Yaa Foriwaa contributed GHc100,000, the Bantama Race Course and Suame market traders headed by […] The post Kumasi market women donate 220k to Heal
Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has revealed that resigning from his position as Majority Leader was the best decision he ever made. The Suame MP stated that his primary motivation was to prevent disunity within the Majority front in Parliament. Speaking to journalists in Kumasi for the first time since his resignation in February, […] The post Resigning
The Bank of Ghana has urged the public to volunteer information on suspected cases of money laundering and unexplained wealth. This is to combat financial crimes, sanitize the industry and uphold the integrity of the country’s financial system. The Central Bank stressed collaborative efforts in identifying and addressing illicit financial activities that pose a threat […] The post Volunteer
The birth of a newborn baby fills families with joy and pride as it symbolizes continuity of a lineage. Unfortunately, some mothers do not return home with their bundles of joy due to complications during childbirth. Some even lose their lives in the process. Access to quality health care continues to be a matter of […] The post Newmont partners
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued a warning to importers, manufacturers and distributors of substandard and unhygienic baby diapers (known as bale diapers) into the country, which will result in their seizure. The FDA said the safe disposal of the susbstandard product would be at a cost to the importer. The Authority, in […] The post FDA warns against importation of unhygienic baby
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 […] The post Stuck
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 […] The post Global
Three persons accused of stealing metals worth GH¢100,000 at a warehouse at Odorkor in Accra have been acquitted and discharged by the Dansoman Circuit Court. The three accused persons are; Desmond Nartey, 18, Seth Kwakye Boafo, 21, and Sule Musah, 55. The three accused persons were freed by the court after their counsels led by […] The post Court frees three persons
By Emmanuel AKOMEA Nyaho Medical Centre, a top-tier private healthcare provider, has reaffirmed its dedication to improving healthcare delivery by announcing collaborations with multiple partners. The medical centre, known for its commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services, has forged partnerships with several organisations to further improve patient care and access to medical services. This was […] The post
Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the health sector are threatening to stage a nationwide demonstration to register their displeasure over the delayed clearance of some life-saving drugs that are stuck at the port due to import duties. The CSOs have expressed worry over government’s inaction to facilitate the clearing of the donated drugs, as shortage […] The post CSOs
Hearts of Oak endured another setback in the Ghana Premier League as they succumbed to a defeat against Bibiani Goldstars at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday evening, marking their second consecutive loss. Following their previous defeat against league leaders FC Samartex, Hearts of Oak aimed to rebound, but Goldstars proved to be a formidable […] The post Hearts of Oak record
Vice President Dr Mahamadu Bawumia has announced plans to roll out an initiative aimed at bolstering the pharmaceutical industry in Ghana through a dedicated fund arrangement. In a meeting with members of the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana, Dr Bawumia underscored the importance of supporting local drug manufacturers to reduce reliance on imports. The New Patriotic […] The post Bawumia
A member of the Health Committee of Parliament, Alexander Roosevelt, has criticized the Finance Ministry over the delay in approving a GH₵1.7 million tax waiver request for consignments intended for the Heal Komfo Anokye project. The renovation of the 70-year-old Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital has encountered obstacles due to the project’s inability to clear approximately […] The post Govt’s
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