In the aftermath of the just-ended elections, several Kumawood actors, including Christiana Awuni, Big Akwess, and Okomfo Kolege, have shared their motivations for supporting President-elect John Mahama. Their advocacy, they revealed, was driven by a desire to address the longstanding challenges faced by Ghana’s creative arts industry, not personal or political gain. Speaking on Daybreak…
The United States Embassy in Accra has officially inaugurated a new EducationUSA Centre to assist Ghanaian students seeking higher education opportunities in the United States. The centre, located in Osu-Accra, was opened on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, as part of the US Government’s global network of 450 centres operating in 170 countries. EducationUSA provides comprehensive,…
President-elect John Dramani Mahama has raised concerns over reports of last-minute mass recruitments and contract signings by the outgoing government, cautioning that such actions could burden the incoming administration with undue liabilities. Speaking during the inauguration of the joint transition team, Mr. Mahama emphasized the need to address these issues to ensure a smooth and…
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has honored President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his exceptional contributions to advancing cybersecurity in Ghana. The recognition came at the CSA’s maiden awards ceremony held in Accra, where the Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, was also acknowledged for her role in implementing the President’s cybersecurity vision. Under…
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has honored Brynx Haven Guest House in Cape Coast with the prestigious title of Guest House of the Year 2024 during a vibrant awards ceremony at the Castle Gardens, Osu, on Friday, October 25, 2024. This recognition comes only a month after Brynx Haven was awarded Guest House of the…
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the presidential candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), expressed confidence that the NPP’s achievements over the past eight years will lead to victory in the December 7 elections. Dr. Bawumia highlighted the party’s major initiatives, including the introduction of free senior high school (SHS), and emphasized that NPP’s track record speaks…
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has reaffirmed the party’s commitment to modernizing market centers across Ghana. Speaking at a campaign event in Asawase in the Ashanti Region, she highlighted the proposed Markets Enhancement Programme, aimed at boosting local economies and facilitating trading activities, especially for women traders. Citing the…
Two civil society organizations (CSOs) have raised concerns over the potential costs to the state if the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP) decides to replace its late presidential candidate, Akua Donkor, on the 2024 ballot. Dr. Kojo Asante, Director for Policy Engagement and Partnerships at the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), and Albert Arhin, National…
In a bold move to combat parasitic infections, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has launched a nationwide deworming campaign targeting approximately 2.6 million school-aged children. The campaign, which started yesterday, will continue through Sunday, focusing on children aged five to 14. This initiative is geared toward eliminating schistosomiasis and controlling soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections, conditions…
A groundbreaking study published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals that a single genetic variant in the APOL1 gene significantly raises the risk of chronic kidney disease, particularly among individuals of West African descent. The study’s findings underscore the urgent need for increased awareness of genetic risk factors and early intervention…
