Eric Sampane-Donkor, a professor of Bacteriology and Global Health,  delivering his inaugural lecture in Accra last Thursday on "Prioritising antimicrobial resistance needs in Ghana: A national choice between life and death" at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences
Eric Sampane-Donkor, a professor of Bacteriology and Global Health, delivering his inaugural lecture in Accra last Thursday on "Prioritising antimicrobial resistance needs in Ghana: A national choice between life and death" at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences

Antibiotics abuse threat to antimicrobial resistance — Prof. Sampane-Donkor

A Professor of Bacteriology and Global Health, Eric Sampane-Donkor, has warned that the increasing abuse of antibiotics, especially substandard ones, could become a major driver of antimicrobial resistance which could translate into escalated deaths.

Professor Michael Ekow Manuel (right), the Academic Dean at the World Maritime University, being assisted by Dr Thomas Roslyng Olesen, the Head of Maritime Research Alliance, to launch the Africa Blue Economy
Professor Michael Ekow Manuel (right), the Academic Dean at the World Maritime University, being assisted by Dr Thomas Roslyng Olesen, the Head of Maritime Research Alliance, to launch the Africa Blue Economy

Embrace Blue Economy for better future — Prof. Manuel

Countries in Africa’s coastal regions have been urged to embrace the Blue Economy to realise the benefits they stand to gain in the future.

 Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Minister of Works and Housing, addressing participants  in a meeting in Accra
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Minister of Works and Housing, addressing participants in a meeting in Accra

Work overtime if you must - Minister charges contractors on GARID project

The Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has tasked contractors working on the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) project to expedite work in order to mitigate the risk of flooding in the capital during the rainy season.

Prof. Ahmed Jinapor Abdulai, Director-General, Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, speaking during the policy framework dialogue. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA
Prof. Ahmed Jinapor Abdulai, Director-General, Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, speaking during the policy framework dialogue. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA

GTEC engages stakeholders to develop distance education policy

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) is developing a draft policy that will regulate distance education in tertiary institutions.

Kpan-Naa Abubakari Andani, the Chief of Kpano, addressing the event
Kpan-Naa Abubakari Andani, the Chief of Kpano, addressing the event

Promoting peace, stability: Northern Region House of Chiefs calls for youth involvement

The Northern Region House of Chiefs (NRHC) has called for the active involvement of the youth in peace advocacy, to promote peace and stability in the country.

Marina Lamptey (2nd from left), Founder of UMI Foundation; Elizabeth Sackey (left), Metropolitan Chief Executive of Accra; Osafohene Afua Asabea Asare (2nd from right), CEO of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority, and Erieka Benne (right), Head of Mission,  Diaspora African Forum, after the conference
Marina Lamptey (2nd from left), Founder of UMI Foundation; Elizabeth Sackey (left), Metropolitan Chief Executive of Accra; Osafohene Afua Asabea Asare (2nd from right), CEO of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority, and Erieka Benne (right), Head of Mission, Diaspora African Forum, after the conference

NGO equips 500 women with skills

In celebration of Women’s History Month, UMI Foundation, a non-profit organisation, has inspired and equipped over 500 women with skills to drive for excellence and impact in their chosen fields of profession.

Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosua, Executive Director, Agrihouse Foundation, briefing the press. Picture: ESTHER ADJORKOR ADJE
Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosua, Executive Director, Agrihouse Foundation, briefing the press. Picture: ESTHER ADJORKOR ADJE

Agrihouse launches preplanting season initiative

A preplanting season initiative aimed at creating a platform for farmers and industry to collaborate and effectively eradicate post harvest losses in the agricultural sector has been introduced. 

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor - Founder of John A. Kufuor Foundation
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor - Founder of John A. Kufuor Foundation

Addressing youth unemployment: John A. Kufuor Foundation holds 2nd Youth in Agribusiness Festival

Agribusiness offers numerous entrepreneurial avenues to address youth unemployment in Ghana. 

 Members of Mt. Olivet Methodist Society on a float as part of the anniversary celebration
Members of Mt. Olivet Methodist Society on a float as part of the anniversary celebration

Mt. Olivet Methodist Society marks 50th Anniversary - Promises to contribute to society

The Mount Olivet Methodist Society, Dansoman, has organised a float through the principal streets of Dansoman as part of activities to mark its 50th anniversary.

Kwasi Amoako-Attah, former Minister, Roads and Highways — Petitioner
Kwasi Amoako-Attah, former Minister, Roads and Highways — Petitioner

EOCO completes investigation into Prof. Adei’s allegations

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has described as unfortunate and general within the context of perceived corruption, Professor Stephen Adei’s claims that persons seeking contracts at the Ministry of Roads and Highways pay bribes before being awarded contracts.

Contant Tchona (left), Country Director of Plan International Ghana, with Yidana Zakaria (right), North East Regional Minister, testing the taps
Contant Tchona (left), Country Director of Plan International Ghana, with Yidana Zakaria (right), North East Regional Minister, testing the taps

Water system, latrine inaugurated for Diani

Residents of Diani, a farming community in the West Mamprusi Municipality in the North East Region, now have a mechanised water system to provide the community and its environs with safe and potable drinking water.

The motorway section of the interchange being completed
The motorway section of the interchange being completed

Flowerpot flyover: Accra-bound section ready in June — Engineer

The Accra-bound portion of the flyover on the Motorway Interchange at Flowerpot will be completed in June this year, the project consultant, Emmanuel Kobla Degbotse, has assured. 

Ms. Midwest Galaxy arrives in Ghana for Africa Peace, Investment & Tourism Summit
Ms. Midwest Galaxy arrives in Ghana for Africa Peace, Investment & Tourism Summit

Ms. Midwest Galaxy arrives in Ghana for Africa Peace, Investment & Tourism Summit

United States beauty queen Keerah Yeowang arrived in Ghana on Sunday, April 14th, ahead of her participation in this year's Africa Peace, Investment & Tourism Summit.

EOCO clears Roads Ministry of corruption allegations in contract awards
EOCO clears Roads Ministry of corruption allegations in contract awards

EOCO clears Roads Ministry of corruption allegations in contract awards

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has concluded its investigations into alleged organised crime in the award of contracts at the Ministry of Roads and Highways.

Kasoa disappearing genitals case: One jailed, others fined, bonded as court orders compensation for victim
Kasoa disappearing genitals case: One jailed, others fined, bonded as court orders compensation for victim

Kasoa disappearing genitals case: One jailed, others fined, bonded as court orders compensation for victim

A man who conspired with two others to beat up a student wrongly accused of causing a tricycle rider’s penis to shrink has been sentenced to four months imprisonment by Awutu Breku District Court.

FILE PHOTO
FILE PHOTO

Tema: Ghana Armed Forces says further attacks will be met with "appropriate response"

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has issued a stern warning following attacks on the Tema Naval Base and personnel.

Flowerpot Flyover to open to traffic by October - Asenso-Boakye
Flowerpot Flyover to open to traffic by October - Asenso-Boakye

Flowerpot Flyover to open to traffic by October - Asenso-Boakye

The flyover on the Motorway Interchange at Flowerpot will be opened to traffic by the end of October this year.

Dr Ofori-Tenkorang, Former Director-General of Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT)
Dr Ofori-Tenkorang, Former Director-General of Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT)

Former SSNIT Director's exit has nothing to do with misconduct or malfeasance - Presidency

Former Director-General of Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Dr Ofori-Tenkorang, was not sacked because of incompetence, the Presidency has clarified.

A part of the area where the gold exploration is taking place.
A part of the area where the gold exploration is taking place.

COCOBOD, mining firm in tango over destruction of cocoa farms

The Ghana Cocoa Board is up in arms with MIGOP, a private mining company for allegedly destroying hundreds of hectares of rehabilitated cocoa farms in the Atwima Nwabiagya Municipality under the pretext of prospecting for gold.

Mary Amankwah Fordwor (right), throat cancer survivor, interacting with Augustina Taiwah, our Staff Writer. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA
Mary Amankwah Fordwor (right), throat cancer survivor, interacting with Augustina Taiwah, our Staff Writer. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA

Throat cancer; Beware of the risk factors, Survivor sounds alarm bell

A throat cancer survivor has advised anyone who experiences persistent hoarseness of voice, swelling around the neck, difficulty in breathing and swallowing food to report to any health facility for investigation.

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