Day: August 4, 2025

Accra: Ghana’s 2024 National Tourism Performance Report has come under scrutiny for its failure to capture critical data to provide a comprehensive picture of the sector’s development, a tourism analyst has said. Mr. Emmanuel Frimpong, Founding President of the Africa Tourism Research Network, described the report as ‘incomplete and overly generalised,’ noting that it overlooked several important areas that were vital for planning, investment, and sustainable growth. According to Ghana News Agency, the report was launched by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) on the theme: ‘Growth and Stability’ as a vital resource for assessing the performance of Ghana’s tourism sector

Accra: The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG) has issued an urgent appeal to stakeholders to implement a reduction in commodity prices, aiming to alleviate the financial strain on consumers and safeguard national food security. According to Ghana News Agency, CAG has expressed concern that the rising cost of food is negatively affecting public health, reducing purchasing power, and posing a threat to Ghana’s economic stability. Mr. Anthony Morrison, Chief Executive Officer of CAG, emphasized the detrimental effects of soaring food prices, which make nutritious diets inaccessible for millions and jeopardize the country’s food security goals. The Chamber acknowledged the financial

Sandema: Mr Richard Assam, a Public Health Nurse at the Sandema Hospital in the Builsa North Municipality, has called on managements of healthcare facilities to prioritise proper waste disposal and good sanitation practices to enhance public health and safety. He said the improper segregation and disposal of hospital waste was a major problem in some healthcare facilities in the country, as such acts posed danger to public health and safety. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Assam, an award-winning Senior Nursing Officer (SNO), highlighted that some healthcare facilities do not have incinerators, which are essential for proper healthcare waste management.

Bolgatanga: Dr Francisca Achaliwie, a Senior Lecturer at the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the Clement Kubindiwo Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences, emphasized that the future of nurses and midwives is intricately linked to Ghana’s economic prosperity. She highlighted this connection during her keynote address at the 2025 regional launch of the nurses and midwives’ week celebration. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr Achaliwie asserted that investment in these healthcare professionals by policymakers equates to investment in healthier families, stronger communities, and a robust economy. She declared, “Nurses and midwives are not just the future; we are

Takoradi: Prices of vegetables and other consumables have experienced a rise in the Takoradi central market. According to Ghana News Agency, a market survey revealed that prices of some vegetables, plantain, and other items have escalated over recent months. Madam Esi Mansa, an onion seller, explained that the producer price of onions had increased, impacting sales in the market. She noted that a sack of onions now costs between GHC1,300 and GHC1,500, with a plastic bowl-sized portion priced at GHC150 to GHC200, a significant increase from the previous GHC100. Madam Mansa highlighted the challenge, stating that one could previously purchase

Accra: The Ahafo Ano South-West District Assembly in the Ashanti Region is embarking on significant initiatives to improve healthcare delivery in its most underserved communities. The assembly is focusing on increasing access to quality healthcare services, particularly in remote areas of the district. According to Ghana News Agency, the assembly is in the process of negotiating the acquisition of a private maternity home located in Bonkwaso. The plan is to upgrade this facility into a comprehensive health centre equipped with a laboratory, a Physician Assistant, qualified nurses, and other essential health workers. This upgrade aims to bolster healthcare services for

Nabdam: The Catholic Relief Services (CRS), in partnership with Water Access Now (WAN), has inaugurated a new borehole at Sakoti Junior High School in the Nabdam District. This marks the 300th water system installed by the two organizations since 2007, aimed at addressing water scarcity in underserved communities across Northern Ghana. According to Ghana News Agency, the project is part of the Improving Water Access in Northern Ghana (IWANG) initiative, funded by WAN and executed by CRS. Over the past 18 years, this initiative has seen more than $3 million invested in water systems, benefiting over 200,000 people in 26