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The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has donated laboratory equipment to the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC) to facilitate pharmaceutical, biological and forensic analysis. The Chief Executive of the NPA, Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, said the gesture by the Authority was in to protect public health and well-being as well as ensure the quality of petroleum products … Read more
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed Ghana’s population to surpass 50 million by 2050, a significant increase from 30.8 million in 2021. According to the 2021 Population and Housing Census Thematic Report on Population Projections, the population is expected to grow by 1.7 times the size of the enumerated population in 2021. The report … Read more
Ghana’s Parliament experienced a blackout on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. This is not the first time the legislative chamber has faced such an issue, especially during proceedings. The most recent incident occurred in February when President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo was presenting the State of the Nation Address (SONA). Additionally, in March 2024, the Electricity … Read more
The Education Ministry has reiterated its plans to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) by constructing educational institutions from kindergarten through to secondary school levels, aimed at educating students in the application of scientific and technological methods to tackle social issues. The schools include the Accra STEM Academy, Sunyani STEM Academy, and Bosomtwe Public … Read more
Parliament has passed the National Service Authority Bill 2024. The object of the bill is to establish the National Service Authority to mobilise and post persons qualified to undertake national service in areas of national priority for national development and to promote employability. It also seeks to establish the authority as a corporate body with … Read more
Central University has announced the historic appointment of Mrs. Lilly Martina Nutakor as the new Registrar, effective July 2024. This makes Mrs. Nutakor the first alumna to hold this prestigious position, reflecting a significant advancement in the university’s history. This was announced in a press statement issued by the University. “We are delighted to announce … Read more
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has cautioned chiefs under his jurisdiction that they risk losing their stools if found complicit in land guard-related issues. His decision is pending the release of the security agency committee’s report. The Asantehene expressed deep concern over the escalating menace of land guards in Asanteman, a phenomenon that is unprecedented … Read more
The anticipation is building for one of Ghana’s most prestigious corporate events of the year —the 2024 Ghana International Product Awards. Scheduled for Friday, July 19th, this grand affair will take place at the renowned Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, promising an evening of elegance, recognition, and celebration. Theme and Purpose The theme for this year’s awards, … Read more
The Fisheries Enforcement Unit of the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development has warned to fisherfolk to strictly adhere to the closed fishing season exercise. According to the National Coordinator of the unit, Commodore Francis Ayiteyvi Nyarko, his team has deployed enough personnel to monitor the coast to ensure that no fisherman goes on a … Read more
MODEC Production Services Ghana JV Limited (MPSG) on Friday, July 5, 2024, donated furniture to the Anum Presby Senior High School in Anum Boso, Eastern Region. The school’s headmaster, Rev. Richard Adjei, expressed gratitude for MPSG’s generous contribution and provided a brief history of the school, highlighting its growth from seven boys to 3,000 students … Read more