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Accra: Professor Esther Sakyi-Dawson, an Associate Professor of Food Science at the University of Ghana, has advocated for a complete ban on the use of non-food-grade plastic wraps in packaging hot and oily meals due to significant health risks to consumers. She made this call during the World Food Safety Day event held in Accra. According to Ghana News Agency, Professor Sakyi-Dawson highlighted that over 60 percent of street food vendors in Ghana are using plastics that are not designed for food contact. These plastics leach harmful chemicals, such as Bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates, into meals, especially when exposed

Accra: Mr Dominic Nitiwul, former Minister of Defence and Member of Parliament for Bimbilla, has sparked a debate regarding the health of legislators and Ghanaians at large, emphasizing the importance of being mindful about daily food consumption. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Nitiwul made these remarks during a parliamentary session on the Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill, 2025. He advised citizens to steer clear of fatty foods due to their negative health implications. “If you have protruding stomach, you’re sick because of accumulation of fat. And so, you need to look at the food you eat and pay attention to

According to ghana news agency:ccording to Ghana News Agency, Madamfo Ghana is dedicated to providing shelter, care, and hope to children who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trafficking. Currently, the Centre serves as a safe haven for 32 children, including toddlers as young as two years old. It has become an important establishment within the Volta Region, known for its humanitarian efforts. Mr. Gunu described the donation as an embodiment of faith in action, emphasizing that the act of giving is a reflection of true thanksgiving. “As we lifted our voices in prayer, we were reminded that true thanksgiving must

Juaboso: The Physical Planning Department of the Juaboso District Assembly has convened a meeting with landowners in the district to discuss regularizing land usage to ensure proper planning of buildings, particularly in new areas. The meeting included individual landowners, stools and families, developers, corporations, and institutions within the district. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Daniel Darko Gyapong, Technical Officer of the Juaboso Physical Planning Department, elaborated on the national planning policy and its implications for land usage. He highlighted the importance of assessing sites for potential hazards, such as flooding and landslides, and considering their proximity to electricity. Mr.

Bongo: The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has introduced a digital complaint dashboard and a service providers’ scorecard mechanism to stakeholders in the Upper East Region. The pilot project is designed to improve the complaint systems of service providers and institutions, facilitating a platform for residents to conveniently lodge their concerns for prompt attention by the appropriate service providers. According to Ghana News Agency, the platform operates via a website and a mobile app available on the Google Play Store. It is part of a two-year United Nations Peacebuilding Fund project, titled ‘Enhancing social cohesion and social contract through empowerment

Koforidua: The Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has engaged the Ghana Police Service in Koforidua to promote lawful policing practices grounded in ethical responsibility and public accountability. According to Ghana News Agency, the engagement brought together 40 selected officers from the Koforidua, Akropong, and Akosombo Divisions in the Eastern Region to address concerns about human rights and minority rights. It aimed to deepen officers’ understanding of legal compliance while addressing the ethical dimensions of law enforcement and the potential social disruptions that result from breaches. Facilitators emphasized the importance of professional conduct, public trust, and respect for rights in maintaining

Dambai: A technical fault has brought the pontoon ferry service on the River Oti in Dambai to a standstill, leaving hundreds of travelers and vehicles stranded for five days. The breakdown, which occurred on Sunday, has caused significant disruptions to daily activities and businesses in the area. Stranded passengers and drivers have expressed frustration and disappointment with the situation. According to Ghana News Agency, the breakdown has severely impacted businesses, particularly those transporting perishable goods such as yams from the northern sector to the southern part of the country, threatening significant losses for traders. Some of the traders are in