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Mahama finally speaks on his absence at Independence Day Celebrations
Former President John Mahama has finally set records straight on why he has boycotted Independence Day celebrations all these years.
According to him, the event, expected...
Ghana@66: Let’s recommit to ideals of democracy, freedom and justice – Speaker Bagbin
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has called on Ghanaians to recommit to the ideals of democracy which hinge on freedom and justice.
According...
Ghana@66: Let’s eschew greed and divisiveness – Mahama
Former President John Mahama has urged Ghanaians to eschew greed and divisiveness as the country marks its 66th anniversary since Independence.
The former President...
Measles outbreak: Tamale North MP fears it could lead to closure of schools
Member of Parliament for Tamale North, Alhassan Suhuyini, has expressed fear over the possible closure of schools in his constituency following the measles outbreak.
The...
Lassa Fever: Adhere to safety protocols – GMA to health workers
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) is urging health professionals to adhere to safety protocols as 14 Lassa Fever cases have so far been confirmed...
All you need to know about Lassa Fever as Ghana records 2 cases
The Ghana Health Service has confirmed two cases of Lassa Fever in the country and one death recorded.
Meanwhile, the service has began contact tracing...
Speaker warns MPs
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has cautioned members of the House not to substitute physical strength for intellectual prowess because “Parliament is for...
Akufo-Addo to deliver 2023 SONA on this date…
President Nana Akufo-Addo is scheduled to deliver the 2023 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in parliament on February 28.
The address is in line...
9 Nigerian men share why they regret getting married
Marriage is a big deal, no doubt. A few months ago, we spoke to a few Nigerian women who regret making the decision to commit their...
Afenyo-Markin advocates for inclusion of Hepatitis B to NHIS benefits package
Effutu Member of Parliament (MP), Alexander Afenyo-Markin, is advocating for the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to cover the testing and treatment of Hepatitis...
Five most common cancers in Ghana; their causes and prevention
CANCER! As scary as the word sounds, it means a lot of different things. However, the most common among all these is the disease....
Full text: NDC’s Moment of Truth speech on Auditor-Generals Report on govt’s COVID-19 expenditure
Good morning, distinguished ladies and gentlemen of the media.
We are highly pleased to have you here in your numbers, as we resume full duties...
NDC takes on govt over COVID-19 funds
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is accusing government of mismanaging funds meant for the country’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
This claim and several...
Parliamentary committee to begin public hearing into Covid-19 expenditure
The Parliamentary Health Committee is expected to begin a public hearing on the Covid-19 expenditure.
Minority Leader, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, who announced this,...
Finance Ministry to respond to Covid-19 expenditure in Auditor-General’s report
The Ministry Finance has assured that it will address all issues raised in the audit of the government’s Covid-19 expenditure Report released by the...
Zipline commissions drone delivery center in Cross River State of Nigeria to improve UHC
Zipline has commissioned yet another facility in Nigeria to support the Cross River State government in delivering on its mandate to improve access to...
NDC must commend A-G’s office for transparency – Former MP
Former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma Central, Ebenezer Nartey, has asked the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to commend the Auditor-General.
According to him, the...
A-G covid-19 transaction audit annoying – NDC’s Anim Piesie
A member of the Communications team of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Bernard Anim Piesie, has stated that the report from the Auditor-General’s office...
Information Ministry reacts to ¢151K Covid-19 allowance in Audit Report
The management of the Information Ministry has said the GH¢151,500 covid-19 risk allowance was paid to call centre operators and critical staff.
In a statement...
COVID-19: Domelevo calls for surcharge of persons cited in Auditor-General’s report
Former Auditor-General, Yao Domelevo, has suggested that persons responsible for various infractions in the Covid-19 expenditure report by the Auditor-General must be surcharged.
The A-G...
COVID-19 was a loot and share opportunity for govt – Haruna Iddrisu
Minority Leader, Haruna Iddrisu, says the Auditor-General’s report on the Covid-19 fund allocations is proof the Akufo-Addo-led government had exploited the pandemic to loot...
COVID-19: 26 ambulances bought for $4m yet to be supplied – Auditor-General’s Report
The Auditor-General’s report on Covid-19 has disclosed that the Ministry of Health agreed to buy 26 Toyota Hiace Deluxe ambulances for US$4,049,460.12 in December...
COVID-19: Over 1 million doses expired – Auditor-General
Over a million doses of vaccines received at the National Cold Room and issued to user facilities had expired at the various Districts and...
Ghana Health Service rolls latest COVID-19 campaign
The Ghana Health Service will from Friday, January 20 to January 24, roll out the latest phase of a nationwide mass vaccination exercise to...
COVID-19: GHS sends SOS message after global surge in cases
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has warned the citizens to be vigilant following the current global surge in COVID-19 cases, particularly with reported increases...
Covid-19: Ghana Health Service warns of new variant
The Ghana Health Service (GHS), ahead of the yuletide, has warned a new variant of COVID-19 could be recorded if the necessary protocols are...
COVID-19: Ghana records four active cases
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has cautioned the public to observe COVID-19 protocols during the festive season as many countries from where people visit...
China COVID: Health expert predicts three winter waves
A top Chinese health official says he believes China is experiencing the first of three expected waves of Covid infections this winter.
The country is...
Coronavirus may spread from corpses – Scientists report
Like a zombie in a horror film, the coronavirus can persist in the bodies of infected patients well after death, even spreading to others,...
National COVID-19 vaccination: Hard-to-reach vulnerable should be targeted
The Rural Initiatives for Self-Empowerment Ghana (RISE-Ghana), a Non- Governmental Organisation, has underscored the need for a deliberate effort to target vulnerable groups in...
COVID-19: Vulnerable populations face higher burden of morbidity and mortality – Health Minister
The effect of the Covid-19 pandemic has worsened inequitable access to health care systems in Africa and the world, Health Minister, Kwaku Agyeman-Manu, has...
Ghana Health Service resumes Covid-19 vaccination exercise ahead of Christmas
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has begun another phase of the covid-19 vaccination exercise which is the fifth ahead of Christmas and New Year...
Ghana faces rude awakening as the tide of cheap money recedes
When Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo took to the airwaves in October to assure investors that their money was safe, it was only natural for...
Full text: Akufo-Addo’s address at 38th National Farmers’ Day celebration
I am happy to be back in Koforidua, capital of my home region, the Eastern Region.
I am grateful to Almighty God for...
People living with HIV and unvaccinated for Hepatitis B at higher risk of new...
Researchers have identified that people living with HIV who are unvaccinated for hepatitis B are at higher risk for new hepatitis B infections.
This is...
Some residents of Oti Region happy about Zipline services
Health workers and residents of the Oti Region are impressed with the services of Zipline drones medical services in the various communities of the...
Minority initiates Vote of Censure against Health Minister
The Minority in Parliament has initiated another Vote of Censure against Health Minister, Kwaku Agyemang Manu.
The motion, filed by Ketu North Member of Parliament...
Doctors who sleep less have a 97% chance to make mistakes
Some basic lifestyle habits improve our health. However, we fail to adhere to some of these basic nature prescriptions, and this eventually predisposes us...
Former Republican President Donald Trump says he’s launching another White House bid
Former President Donald Trump, aiming to become only the second commander-in-chief ever elected to two nonconsecutive terms, announced Tuesday night that he will seek the...
Uganda announces lockdown as Ebola cases rise
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has declared an immediate three-week lockdown in two high-risk districts as the country battles a rise in Ebola infections.
All movement in...