NEWS IN GHANA

The Executive Director of  the Hope for Future Generations, (HFFG),  an NGO,  Ms. Cecilia Senoo has appealed to  government  to as a matter of urgency enact  laws that will regulate the registration of  Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)  in the country. This, according to her will help prevent charlatans from getting registered on board the NGO profession as well as aid gov’t to track the performance of NGOs contributing positively to the development of the country. Ms. Cecilia Senoo made the appeal during a panel discussion at the just ended 2017 National Philanthropy Forum held at the Accra International Conference Centre. The National Philanthropy Forum is an event held annually which brings together various stakeholders in the humanitarian sector to dialogue on key issues confronting the nonprofit sector with the aim of forging better ways towards effective delivery of philanthropic services in the country. Ghanaians are confronted daily with myriad of challenges whic

Smart device maker, Infinix has conducted 1-day training workshop for over 60 students of the University of Ghana believed to be its cherished fans. The training was aimed at enlightening the students on the usefulness of their favorite Infinix smartphones as well as help address certain minor challenges they might be confronted with daily. The 2-hour program which took place at the Akuafo Hall, University of Ghana Campus in Legon saw over 60 participants in attendance. They were taken through some troubleshooting exercises using their  Infinix smartphones including how to  effectively run software updates,  fix up their mobile phones, how to sign onto X club on their phones as well how to deal with other hardware related issues whenever they occur. The training session was equally an avenue for the fans to interact with the Infinix team that initiated the process on all questions bothering their minds as far as their favorite smartphones are concerned. The 4-member Infinix

Good nutrition is the key to healthy lifestyle but unfortunately only few people  are fortunate to enjoy it's fruit due to a number of factors. One of such factors which is said to be a barrier to most people getting nourished in Ghana today can be  attributed to lack of knowledge. It is against this backdrop Nestle Ghana is poised to contribute to the healthier lives of individuals and families through its flagship programme dubbed "Nestle Ghana Nido Nutrition Day". Under this programme mothers and caregivers are sensitized on the importance of good nutrition through  series of talks, drama and games. It is organized with the endorsement of the Ghana Education Service and implemented under the supervision of the School Health Education Program(SHEP) in basic schools across  the country. Since it's inception 3 years ago,  The Nido Nutrition Day event  has significantly  impacted over 30,000 mothers with the requisite knowledge and skills needed towards

The  Manager for the National Tuberculosis Control Programme (NTP),  Dr Frank Adae Bonsu says Ghana is currently sitting on a time bomb ready to explode with tuberculosis silently killing many  people daily yet nothing concrete is being to combat the deadly disease. Dr Frank Adae Bonsu According him, many Ghanaians are dying everyday with majority of them being  women but unfortunately the sources of  TB transmission for most of  the cases are not even known.  He said it's time for all and sundry to rise up in oneness and embark on rigorous awareness  campaign towards total  elimination of tuberculosis in Ghana. Dr Bonsu  made this known at a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday March  15, to pre launch this year's commemoration of 2017 World TB Day which falls on March 24 , 2016. This year's celebration is scheduled to take place in Tarkwa in the Ashanti Region with lots of activities to raise awareness on how to curb the menace. Tuberculosis(TB) is an infect

Ghanaians must surely bow down to the hottest Infinix note 4 when released into the market this year. There is a wide speculation making rounds  publicly over the hottest Infinix  Note4 smartphone that is bound to make  most people bow down their heads in ecstasy when finally released into the Ghanaian market in June this year. Amazingly, the latest Infinix Note4 which is  believed to be leading other smartphones within the Infinix  Note  family  is magnificently endowed with the leading industry hi-tech features to satisfy the desires of every user especially tech-savvy enthusiasts who are always yearning for more, like the Oliver twist. Of course, it'll automatically put behind the erstwhile Infinix Note 3 which has taken the market by storm in just few months ago after it has hit the Ghanaian market like a bomb. In fact words will make you funny but i tell  you on authority not even the eyes of an eagle can overlook the stunning beauty of this amazing handset which

Expectations are high from the camp of Infinix towards the birth of its hottest smartphone device soon to be named Infinix Note 4. The new Infinix Note 4, as the name implies when released, automatically becomes the upgraded version of erstwhile Note 3 handset. It is believed to be fortified with the necessary tools to satisfy the demands of every user.  Since its release last year, the sleek Infinix Note 3 device has taken over the market by storm with some users demanding for an upgraded version due to its sophistication and quality. The much anticipated Infinix Note 4 is a gem, uniquely crafted with the industry-leading most powerful hi-tech features expected to empower every user, most especially the tech-savvy enthusiasts. Believed to be endowed with the magic wand to turn the imagination of every user into reality, the dazzling, yet to be released handset, according to rumors is likely to hit the Ghanaian market latest by June this year. Undoubtedly the

Global producer and marketer of the famous McVitie’s biscuits, Pladis has conducted its 2nd annual wholesalers conference in Accra on Friday March 5, 2017. The conference which was staged at Christ the king Hall, liberation road, Accra witnessed 150 wholesalers and semi wholesalers from all over Ghana who were rewarded handsomely for their immense support that led to the growth of the company in diverse ways. This year’s annual conference was the second of its kind since its inception a year ago. It was an occasion for Pladis to highlight some important points to its trading partners in Ghana. Top 2 customers, Gajrem Enterprise & Joint squares both operating at Okaishie market in Accra were rewarded with 2 brand new delivery vans while 13 other customers were equally  honored  ​for their extra-ordinary performance ​ with rich sets of Samsung home appliances. In addition, all guests, customers including McVitie’s sales team walked away with symbolic gifts and certif

The Ministry of Health and the Ghana Health Service(GHS) have issued a joint press release calling on all Ghanaians to dismiss claims of false rumour circulating on social media suggesting an outbreak of deadly Ebola Viral Disease(EVD) in Ghana. This follows a controversial sound bite making rounds on social media suggesting an outbreak of the deadly Ebola in the country. The Health Ministry and including  the GHS in a statement signed by the acting director of GHS have both condemned the act referring to it as false. They’ve both equally urged the public to desist from circulating the said sound bite. Read below the full statement: PRESS RELEASE FALSE RUMOURS OF EBOLA OUTBREAK IN GHANA The attention of the Ministry of Health / Ghana Health Service has been drawn to a sound byte (voice audio) circulating false message on social media that there is an outbreak of Ebola Viral Disease (EVD) in Ghana. This very piece of false information (same message, delivered by sam

In a bid to preserve its legacy coupled with the memorable milestones chalked right from its inception to date and recording   it for posterity, the National Lottery Authority (NLA) has launched a book titled “the journey so far”. “The journey so far” is a 200 pages book cataloguing the history, achievements and challenges of the National Lottery Authority since the beginning of its operation in 1958 to date. According to NLA’s Director-General, Brigadier Gen. Martin K. G. Ahiaglo(Rtd), The best way to preserve the authority’s rich heritage was to look into the past and spring together the unforgettable milestones in its history right from inception to date and documenting it for posterity. He explained that was the idea that gave birth to the title of the book: “the journey so far”. Delivering a speech at the launch on Tuesday February 1, 2017, Brigadier Gen. Martin K. G. Ahiaglo (Rtd) maintained the title of the book the journey so far is the reflection of how

Hon. Frederick Opare Ansah, MP for Suhum  In a bid to reach its members more effectively with timely information and updates, Friends of Coventry University in Ghana (Focus Ghana Chapter) has launched its website. The website, which has been built with improved security modules, can be accessed at https://www.focusghanachapter.org and features News, Social Impact Projects, membership registration, etc. Focus Ghana Chapter is the alumni association of the Coventry University in Ghana with a current membership of over 5,000. Established in November 2016, the association seeks to build and maintain a mutually beneficial relationship between UK-based Coventry University and its alumni in Ghana. At the launch last week, the association’s Vice President, Gilbert Nyavie, mentioned that the website positioned the association at a vantage point to obtain global recognition and also communicate easily and effectively with its members no matter the distance. Also delivering a spe