Self-medicating gorillas may hold new drugs clues
SOURCE: BBC Self-medicating gorillas may hold clues to future drug discovery, according to scientists. Researchers in Gabon studied tropical plants eaten by wild gorillas – and used also by local human healers – identifying four with medicinal effects. Laboratory studies revealed the plants were high in antioxidants and antimicrobials. One showed promise in fighting superbugs. […]
More than 500 attempted suicide, 81 lives lost to suicide in Ghana first half of 2024 – Expert Report
These statistics, according to the Board Chairman of the Mental Health Authority (MHA), Estelle Appiah, were alarming when compared to the total recorded for the entire 2023, which was 48 completed suicides and 594 suicide attempts. “You can see the numbers are increasing. Suicide is a very serious problem that requires a serious public health […]
Government supports young farmers with 100,000 starter packs
By: Joyce Adjei Tawiah Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has handed over 100,000 starter packs to the National Youth Agency for distribution to young farmers. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Acheampong emphasized the importance of engaging young people in agriculture, citing its potential for job creation and economic growth. The starter packs, […]
Otumfuo praises Kofi Kinaata’s “Obi Nya Wo Aye” song at Ghana Bar Conference
By: Gloria Amoh At the Ghana Bar Association Conference held in Kumasi on September 10, 2024, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II delivered a thought-provoking speech that left a lasting impression on attendees, referencing Kofi Kinaata’s inspiring song “Obi Nya Wo Aye.” Otumfuo Osei Tutu II used the song to illustrate how some countries perceive Ghana based […]
Melcom to launch award in ethical journalism to immortalize legacies of Godwin Avenorgbo
By: Rachel Kakraba The Melcom Group of Companies is to introduce an award category on the flagship annual GJA award scheme to reward journalists who excel in the areas of upholding ethics in journalism. This is to commemorate the enduring legacy of its late Director of Communication, Godwin Avenorgbo. General Manager Francis Sam, made this […]
Joe Lartey to be given state burial on September 20
Veteran Broadcaster, Joachim Awuley Lartey will be laid to rest on September 20, at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. The former SWAG President, who passed on at age 96, would be given a state burial. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is expected to lead a delegation of government officials to mourn the […]
GBC pays tribute to the late Godwin Avenorgbo
Story By: Rachel Kakraba Ghana will over the weekend bid farewell to one of her illustrious sons, the late Godwin Avenorgbo, otherwise known as the Grandmaster or Big G. His contribution to the broadcast and communication industry remains unparalleled. As the day approaches, tribute continues to pour in for the once vibrant voices ever to […]
Election 2024: Do not announce election results ahead of EC – CODEO to media
The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has urged media houses to avoid announcing election results before the Electoral Commission (EC) during the upcoming 2024 General Elections. This advisory was issued during the launch of the Citi FM and Channel One TV’s 2024 General Elections Coverage in Accra on Tuesday. CODEO emphasized the critical importance of preserving the integrity […]
Economist proposes alternative strategies for BOG to grow the economy
By: Roselyn Gayaglo An Economist and Professor of Finance, Professor Godfred Bokpin has advised the Bank of Ghana to consider alternative strategies to strengthen the economy, rather than relying on measures like the mopping up of excess liquidity, which incurs additional costs for banks. In an interview with Business News he explained that fluctuations in […]
Asamoah Gyan quits party politics to focus on humanitarian efforts
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has announced his intention to withdraw from all political activities. This decision comes despite his recent involvement with the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Manifesto Sports Committee ahead of the upcoming 2024 December 7 elections. Gyan shared this significant update across all his social media platforms, […]
