The recruitment of nurses by high-income countries is "out of control", a nursing body says.

English Championship side Leicester City have confirmed Ghanaian international, Daniel Amartey and six other players will depart the club at the end of their contracts in June.

The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, has expressed his optimism about Africa’s potential to feed a projected population of 9 billion people by 2050. He says this is “not a foregone conclusion” but rather a “call to action” which requires proactive measures, innovation, and dedicated research to ensure food […] The post Africa’s

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has called on African countries to create trading opportunities and increase investment in agriculture to address food security in Africa. In a speech read on her behalf at the 8th Africa Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW8) in Durban, Dr Okonjo-Iweala noted that one-fifth of […] The post WTO

The Member of Parliament (MP) for New Juaben South Constituency in the Eastern Region, Michael Kofi Okyere Baafi, has refuted claims that the resumption of work by contractors on some roads in Koforidua was to prevent the Koforidua Advocacy Group from embarking on their intended protest on Thursday. “No pressure group can put pressure on […] The post New

The committee investigating the Faana drowning incident, which claimed the lives of several school children, is expected to release its final report this week. The committee was tasked with establishing the suitability of the island and making recommendations for interventions that would make life comfortable on the island for inhabitants. The committee will present its […] The post Committee

The Western Regional Director of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Sandra Aidoo, said Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) whose licenses have been revoked can write to the authority to have them restored if they have addressed their shortcomings. This follows the revocation of the licenses of four OMCs in the region in an operation by the […] The post ‘Write

Some constituency chairmen of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Greater Accra Region have called on delegates to direct all inquiries about John Mahama’s transportation money for the party’s May 13 primaries to the various constituency offices, not the regional office. This comes after the NDC’s Greater Accra Regional Secretary, Theophilus Tetteh Chaie, accused […] The post NDC

Popular Ghanaian hiplife artist, Lasmid, has parted ways with the Highly Spiritual Music label, which is owned by the acclaimed sound engineer and multiple award-winning artist, Kaywa. In an interview with GhanaWeekend.com, Kaywa revealed, “Lasmid expressed his desire to leave the label even before the VGMA ceremony took place.” “There is a story behind his […] The post Lasmid

A paediatrician at the Bono Regional Hospital in Sunyani, Dr. Bright Asiamah, has called on mothers to stop using naphthalene balls in their babies’ clothes. He said that naphthalene balls can cause jaundice, a condition that causes the skin and eyes to turn yellow. Newborn jaundice is a common condition that occurs in about 60% […] The post Doctor

The playwright, novelist and poet was a leading African writer who explored the complexities faced by modern women living in the shadow of colonialism.

CGIAR and the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) have unveiled an action plan that will accelerate the generation and adoption of climate-smart agricultural technologies and innovations by millions of smallholder farmers. The three-year plan seeks to create inclusive agricultural development through the promotion of regenerative and sustainable agricultural practices, job opportunities, and improved […] The post CGIAR,

In support of mental health, the Zomujo Mental Health Foundation has recently visited several high schools and junior high schools in the Greater Accra Region. Led by Dr. Teata Duut, the Executive Director of the foundation, a dedicated team of doctors, mental health experts, and advocates brought about positive changes in the lives of students […] The post Mental

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The Upper East Regional Coordinating Council has placed a ban on the movement of ruminants and cattle along the Eastern corridor of the region, following an outbreak of anthrax in parts of that area. Some of the places affected by the ban include Bawku Municipality, Bawku West, Pusiga, Garu, Tempane, and Binduri Districts. The action […] The post Anthrax

Ghanaian international, Gilbert Koomson has reacted after helping Sandefjord to beat Odd 4-1 in the Norwegian Eliteserien.

Asamoah Gyan believes he deserves the utmost respect due to the sacrifices he has made for the betterment of the national team. With an impressive record of 51 goals in 109 appearances, Gyan has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on Ghanaian football. Having debuted as a teenager in 2003, Gyan’s unwavering commitment and desire for […]

The National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Sammy Gyamfi has described aspects of the reasons provided by the Supreme Court for ordering that the records of the deposed Assin North Member of Parliament should be deleted from the records of Parliament as strange.   On Monday, June 5, the apex court of […]

Seven individuals have faced punishment for their offensive behaviour towards Real Madrid’s Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr. The incidents occurred on separate occasions and have now resulted in legal consequences. Four men, who hung an effigy of Vinicius near Real Madrid’s training ground in January, have been fined €60,001 each and handed a two-year ban from […]

A financial analyst Dr Samuel Dawson, has defended the central bank and the government for reforming the banking sector which led to a robust, sound and safe banking sector. He indicated that the banking sector reforms undertaken by government and the Bank of Ghana (BoG)strengthened the local banks and made them more resilient to shocks. […]