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of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Sandra Aidoo, said Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) whose licenses have been revoked can write to the authority to have them restored if they have addressed their shortcomings.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
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
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
Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has admonished residents of the mining town of Obuasi not to use unemployment as an excuse to engage in illegal mining on AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine’s concession. Speaking to journalists after engaging with various stakeholders, such as district and municipal authorities, traditional leaders, and management of […] The post Don’t
Folks, I have just read the 35-page judgment of the Supreme Court on the Assin North matter: The following preliminary thoughts come to mind readily: 1. Section 20 (d) of the Representation of the People’s Act (PNDC Law 284) provides that a Parliamentary candidate must be qualified at the time of his ELECTION. Strangely, the […] The post Sammy Gyamfi writes
The National Democratic Congress’ Communications Officer, Sammy Gyamfi is optimistic that the party’s parliamentary candidate for Assin North, James Gyakye Quayson will win the upcoming by-election scheduled for June 27 despite a Supreme Court ruling kicking him out of Parliament. Mr. Quayson’s name was expunged from Parliament as the Member of Parliament for Assin North […] The post Gyakye
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has once again called on the Electoral Commission (EC) and the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) to stop transferring its parliamentary candidate for the Assin North constituency, Charles Opoku, to the voter register. In a statement on Sunday, the NDC accused the NPP and the EC of attempting to include […] The post EC,
Citi Breakfast Show, Monday, 5th June, 2023 The post Citi Breakfast Show, Monday, 5th June, 2023 appeared first on Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana.
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has received the FARA leadership award for her contributions to agricultural science, technology, and innovation in Africa. Okonjo-Iweala who currently serves as the seventh Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is the first woman and first African to lead the organization. She is noted […] The post Okonjo-Iweala
In this episode, Bernard Avle interviews Franklin Asare, CEO of Techgulf as he helps in ‘Understanding the Digital Economy.’ The post Citi Business Festival on-air series Day One | Monday, 5th June, 2023 appeared first on Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana.
The Volta Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has denied social media reports of an outbreak of HIV/AIDS at the Ho Technical University. The story first reported by a blog claimed that over 400 students have tested positive and have been asked to go home. Various social media actors shared and quoted the […] The post No HIV/AIDS outbreak at Ho Technical
The Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment of AU, Josefa Leonel Correia Sacko has called for an increased investment in science and innovation to address the worsening food insecurity in Africa. Miss Sacko assured that Africa could become a net food exporter since it has “the best lands and the youngest […] The post Invest
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