Day: July 29, 2025

Kumasi: Researchers at the Crops Research Institute of the Council Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-CRI) have provided practical training and guidance for producing common bean seeds to students of the Kwadaso Agricultural College. The objective was to equip the students with skills and knowledge of the necessary production steps, while encouraging some of them to specialize in growing the seeds, trade in the grain or process them for sale after school. According to Ghana News Agency, the Common Bean, scientifically known as Phaseolus vulgaris, is among the major industrial and food crops grown worldwide for its main iron and zinc

Accra: The Climate Resilience for Critical Sites for Migratory Birds and People along the East Atlantic Flyway (IKI-CREAF) seeks to address the growing threats posed by climate change and human activities to migratory waterbirds and vital wetland ecosystems. According to Ghana News Agency, the project is funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV) and coordinated by the Common Wadden Sea Secretariat. It is being implemented in Ghana by the Centre for Biodiversity Conservation Research (CBCR) in collaboration with the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission. Migratory waterbirds travel vast distances

Bono region: Potholes have worsened into manholes along major highways in the Bono Region, severely impacting the communities within this crucial agricultural hub of the nation. Despite the region’s significant role in sustaining national food security, infrastructure, particularly road networks linking major food-producing areas, remains in poor condition due to the neglect of successive governments. According to Ghana News Agency, the government’s ‘Big Push’ infrastructure initiative is providing a beacon of hope for the people of Bono. The residents are eagerly anticipating the implementation of this intervention, which has been highlighted by President John Dramani Mahama during his ‘Thank You’

Accra: Poor diets are responsible for about 20 per cent of premature deaths in Ghana. Poor nutrition has become a leading cause of disease and death globally, particularly in low-income countries, with Ghana facing growing challenges in food quality and access. Professor Anna Lartey, former Director of Nutrition at the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations in Rome, made this known in a keynote address at the launch of the UG Nkabom Seminar Series, Honours Programme, and Mentorship/Internship Programme in Accra. According to Ghana News Agency, the event was held under the theme ‘Empowering Youth for a

Awutu bereku: The Gold Coast Medical Foundation, in collaboration with the Ghana Dental School, has provided free dental care to 700 residents of Awutu Bereku in the Central Region. The outreach included oral health screenings, cleanings, and basic dental treatments, targeting improved access to quality healthcare in under-served communities. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr. Kwabena Boakye, Co-founder of the Gold Coast Medical Foundation, stated that the initiative was part of broader efforts to enhance healthcare access in deprived areas. “Dental hygiene is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. Poor oral health can lead to many diseases and infections. That’s

Sunyani: The Hepatitis Alliance of Ghana (HAG) has called for the inclusion of hepatitis care under the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, commonly referred to as ‘Mahama Cares.’ This initiative, launched by the government, aims to provide financial aid for individuals suffering from chronic diseases such as cancer, kidney failure, and heart conditions. According to Ghana News Agency, the Trust Fund was introduced by President John Dramani Mahama to alleviate the financial burden of medical treatment and enhance healthcare access for those affected. A statement signed by Professor Charles Ampong Adjei, the Executive Director of HAG, highlighted the ongoing public health

Lusaka: The African Federation of Miners and Mineral Wealth (AFMMW) has resolved to embark on a membership recruitment drive to unite all mining unions in Africa to promote the rights of mineworkers and trade unions across Africa. The Federation commits to working with member unions to eliminate precarity in the world of work, promote occupational health and safety, and promote decent work both at the country level and across the continent of Africa. According to Ghana News Agency, this was in a statement from the Federation’s six-point declaration adopted at its second Executive Board Meeting in Lusaka, Zambia. The statement