Новости за 13.03.2024

The Minister in charge of Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah has been summoned by Parliament over the new $20 charge announced by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL). In a letter from the management of Ghana Airports Company Limited, it said effective May 1, air passengers would be required to pay $20 on all round-trip airline tickets for baggage belt overhauling and other maintenance issues at the Kotoka International Airport.

In a heartfelt video message during a church service, Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, the Founder of Action Chapel International, candidly reflected on his personal journey as a father, acknowledging the impact of his absence in his children 39;s lives.

The collaboration between the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) and CSIR-BRRI represents a significant step forward in addressing youth unemployment and promoting sustainable development in Ghana. With approximately 21,000 young individuals set to undergo specialized training through the Youth In Brick Production and Construction module, this initiative holds promise for both the participants and the nation as a whole.

Lawyer Maurice Ampaw has suggested to the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to let Lilian Kumah, wife of the late John Kumah, go unopposed in Ejisu constituency. The lawyer emphasised the essence of honouring John Kumah 39;s legacy by ensuring a smooth transition for his wife into the party.

Renowned journalist Kwesi Pratt Jnr. has criticized the regionalism and ethnic considerations in the selection process for the New Patriotic Party 39;s (NPP) running mate to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the party 39;s flagbearer.

The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued a release today, 13th March 2024 wishing all Muslims a fruitful Ramadan as they commence their fast. ldquo;On the occasion of the Ramadan Fast, the New Patriotic Party extends its warmest wishes to all Muslims in Ghana and across the globe.

Any case involving more than GH cent;500,000 should be referred to the office of the Attorney General, Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo has directed all police prosecutors. Her order is a response to a letter addressed to her office by Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame which noted that police prosecutors are limited to prosecuting cases with a monetary value under GH cent;500,000.

The National Taskforce of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is preparing to disconnect approximately 10 hospitals in the Eastern Region from the national grid, due to outstanding arrears owed to the power distributor.

Women at Akorabuokrom, a farming community in the Atwima Mponua District of Ashanti Region, have expressed worry at the rate illegal mining activities (galamsey) are breaking down marriages, causing deaths and making children go wayward.

President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the reopening of the country 39;s land and air borders to neighboring Niger. He has also lifted other sanctions that had been imposed on Niger since last year 39;s coup.

In Ghana, the election-year is an auction-year for public positions, a former Auditor-General Daniel Yaw Domelevo has said. ldquo;We are in an election-year, which I term auction year. We are auctioning public offices.

Madam Mercy Borkaifio Bortey, a 71-year-old practicing Principal Midwifery Officer at the Bengali Hospital in Tema, has advised midwives to see midwifery as a calling. Madam Bortey, who also doubles as a scrub or theatre nurse, said that when seen as a calling, midwives would dedicate their lives to helping pregnant women to safely deliver their babies, to reduce maternal mortality.

South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, and Ghanaian President, Nana Akufo-Addo, have praised the recent visa waiver agreement between the two countries, stating that it has led to a significant increase in air travel and trade volumes between Ghana and South Africa.

The National Taskforce of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has issued a three-day demand notice to the management of the Ridge Hospital, urging them to settle a GHc42 million debt accrued over a year rsquo;s power consumption.

The Chief Justice (CJ), Gertrude Torkornoo, has issued a directive to all judges regarding the handling of cases by police prosecutors. This directive is in response to a letter from the Attorney-General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, which stated that police prosecutors are now limited to prosecuting cases with a monetary value not exceeding GH cent;500,000.

The University of Nottingham in partnership with the Association of African Universities and the British Council, Ghana, with funding support from the British Academy (BA) is holding a writing workshop in Accra, Ghana from 12-14 March 2024.