Category: News

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

Keta: In a notable development for the Keta Fire Service, Mr. Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpe, the Member of Parliament for the Keta Constituency in the Volta Region, has extended a donation aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the local fire service team. According to Ghana News Agency, the donation, valued in hundreds of Ghana cedis, was delivered through the Keta Municipal office of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO). The contributions included essential items such as mattresses, mosquito nets, and bedsheets, among others, intended to support the fire service personnel in their duties. Mr. Wonder Setsoafia Deynu, the NADMO Director

Tel aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed his government’s key objectives in the war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip: destroying the militant group and securing the return of all hostages held in Gaza. “We are not giving up on this for a single minute,” Netanyahu stated during a visit to the headquarters of military intelligence on Monday, a message also shared on the social media platform X. He emphasized that “the two goals are intertwined.” According to Ghana News Agency, Israel has faced substantial international criticism regarding its actions in Gaza. Most recently, foreign ministers from over two

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

Bawku: Mr. Bill Godson Ocloo, a Security Analyst, has expressed worry about the recent surge in violence at Bawku, a town near Ghana’s border with Burkina Faso, which has resulted in unwarranted deaths including students and left many more injured. Mr. Ocloo said that the latest escalation of violence at Bawku was a stark reminder of the need for an urgent solution to the decades-long conflict in the area to protect and safeguard the citizens. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Ocloo, who is also the Executive Director of African Centre for Human Security, stated in an interview that the

Moscow: The International Space Station (ISS) is projected to remain in operation until at least 2030, following the expiration of the current U.S.-Russia agreement, which is set to last through 2028. This announcement was made by Roscosmos Director General Dmitry Bakanov. According to Ghana News Agency, Bakanov emphasized in an interview with Russia’s RBC TV that any decision to conclude the station’s operations must be a joint decision between Russia and the United States. He stated, “At this stage, the consolidated decision of Roscosmos and NASA is that the station is needed at least until 2028, and most likely, perhaps

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