NEWS Archives - Page 49 of 131

September 19, 2024September 19, 2024

Urgent: Passport Applicants Must Complete Biometric Capture by October 18

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has issued a stern warning to passport applicants who made payments before April 1, 2024, but have not yet completed their biometric capture. These individuals must visit their designated Passport Application Centers (PACs)

September 19, 2024September 19, 2024

Japanese Boy Stabbed to Death Near Shenzhen School

A 10-year-old Japanese boy was fatally stabbed in Shenzhen, China, just meters away from the Shenzhen Japanese School. The attack occurred on Wednesday morning, and the child succumbed to his injuries the following day. Attack Details: According to Japanese Foreign Minister

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

NHIA Injects GH¢402 Million into Health Facilities

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has started the disbursement of an additional GH¢402 million to health facilities nationwide. The disbursement covers claims submitted and vetted for June and to July 2024, bringing the NHIA within the agreed-upon three-month reimbursement period.

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Cathedral Construction Stalls, Turns into Pool

President Nana Addo's National Cathedral project has taken an unexpected turn, transforming into a makeshift swimming pool after the construction site became flooded. This shocking development has raised serious concerns about the project's management and the utilization of taxpayer funds .

September 18, 2024September 17, 2024

Two Suspects Arrested in Connection with Teacher’s Murder

Two individuals have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a level 300 basic education teacher trainee in Techiman North, Ghana. The suspects, identified as Collins Ameyaw and Benjamin Wiafe, were arrested in separate locations and charged with the crime.

September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

GJA President Proposes Private Members’ Bill To Promote Media Freedom

The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, has called on the Speaker of Parliament, Alban S.K. Bagbin to support a Private Members’ Bill that will promote media freedom and ensure a good welfare regime for journalists. According

September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

Gunfire Heard In Mali’s Capital

Gunfire has been heard in Mali's capital, Bamako, leading to reports that at least one base housing security forces has come under attack. Videos on social media show smoke rising from a part of the city, with some suggesting the plumes

September 17, 2024September 16, 2024

Sam George Frustrated by Supreme Court Delay on Sexual Rights Bill Cases

Sam George, the lead sponsor of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, has expressed frustration over the Supreme Court's delay in hearing two cases related to the bill. He argues that these cases, which could have significant implications

September 17, 2024September 16, 2024

Northern Region: Amin Adam Pledges GH¢500K Scholarship For Journalists

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, the Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for the Karaga constituency, has announced a GH¢500,000 scholarship scheme aimed at helping journalists in the Northern Region pursue higher education. Speaking at the Northern Regional Ghana Journalists Association

September 17, 2024September 16, 2024

Rent Control Unveils New Digital Platform

Deputy Minister for Works and Housing, Dr. Prince Hamid Armah, has officially launched the Digital Platform for the Rent Control Department. Speaking at the launch, Dr. Armah emphasised that the platform rentcontrol.mwh.gov.gh is not merely about unveiling new technology but represents a pivotal