Day: April 13, 2024

Former president of the Ghana Football Association, Kwesi Nyantakyi has been discharged from the hospital.

In a video shared by GHOne TV via X on Saturday afternoon, Nyantakyi who is contesting in the NPP parliamentary primaries in Ejisu, can be seen arriving at a voting centre after he was admitted at the Asokore Mampong hospital hours before the crucial primaries.

The portal added that a source within the former GFA president’s camp attributed his hospitalisation to stress following the Ramadan.

Kwesi Nyantakyi, who was accompanied by some members of his team, appeared frail and seemed unable to walk well on his own.

He was however seen waving at party delegates at the centre.

The NPP primaries in the Ejisu constituency is being held after the unfortunate passing of the late Member of Parliament Dr. John Kumah on March 7, 2024.

On April 6, the NPP vetting committee cleared some nine aspirants vying for candidacy in the party’s parliamentary primary.

The candidates are Kwabena Boateng, Dr. Evans Duah,
Klinsman Karikari Mensah, Helena Mensah and Jacqueline Abena Pokua Amoah-Boaitey

The rest are Portia Baffoe Abronye, Kwesi Nyantakyi, Aaron Prince Duah and Yaa Akyawmaa Aboagye.

The Electoral Commission (EC) has scheduled a by-election in the constituency for April 30, 2024.

Source: Ghana Web

Former president of the Ghana Football Association, Kwesi Nyantakyi has been discharged from the hospital.

In a video shared by GHOne TV via X on Saturday afternoon, Nyantakyi who is contesting in the NPP parliamentary primaries in Ejisu, can be seen arriving at a voting centre after he was admitted at the Asokore Mampong hospital hours before the crucial primaries.

The portal added that a source within the former GFA president’s camp attributed his hospitalisation to stress following the Ramadan.

Kwesi Nyantakyi, who was accompanied by some members of his team, appeared frail and seemed unable to walk well on his own.

He was however seen waving at party delegates at the centre.

The NPP primaries in the Ejisu constituency is being held after the unfortunate passing of the late Member of Parliament Dr. John Kumah on March 7, 2024.

On April 6, the NPP vetting committee cleared some nine aspirants vying for candidacy in the party’s parliamentary primary.

The candidates are Kwabena Boateng, Dr. Evans Duah,
Klinsman Karikari Mensah, Helena Mensah and Jacqueline Abena Pokua Amoah-Boaitey

The rest are Portia Baffoe Abronye, Kwesi Nyantakyi, Aaron Prince Duah and Yaa Akyawmaa Aboagye.

The Electoral Commission (EC) has scheduled a by-election in the constituency for April 30, 2024.

Source: Ghana Web

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is an acquired defect of the cellular immunity associated with the infection by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The disease has reached pandemic proportion and has been considered a public health concern. This study is aimed at analyzing the trend of HIV/AIDS research in Ghana.

Interpretation

This model provides a comprehensive and flexible use of evidence to estimate state-level HIV seroprevalence for Ghana using program data and adjusting for explanatory variables. Thus, investment in program data for HIV surveillance will provide reliable estimates for HIV sub-national monitoring and improve planning and interventions for epidemiologic control.

Method

We used the various database to a conduct bibliometric analysis of HIV/AIDS-related research in Ghana from 1986 to 2024 employing ‘HIV’, ‘AIDS’, ‘acquired immunodeficiency syndrome’, ‘Human immunodeficiency virus’, and ‘Ghana’ as search descriptions. The most common bibliometric indicators were applied for
the selected publications.

Result

The number of scientific research articles retrieved for HIV/AIDS-related research in Ghana has been comprehensive.

The trend in HIV/AIDS research in Ghana is increasing yet evolving. Four articles were retracted while two had an expression of concern.

Conclusion

The growth of scientific literature in HIV/AIDS-related research in Ghana was found to be high and increasing. However, the hotspot analysis still shows more unexplored grey areas in the future.

The HIV epidemic enters its fifth decade amid a global pandemic that has overloaded healthcare systems and constrained access to life-saving services.

Meanwhile, rising poverty, mental health issues, and abuse are increasing children’s and women’s risk of infection,’ said UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore. ‘Unless we ramp up efforts to resolve the inequalities driving the HIV epidemic, which are now exacerbated by COVID-19, we may see more children infected with HIV and more children losing their fight against A
IDS.’

Source: Ghana Web

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is an acquired defect of the cellular immunity associated with the infection by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The disease has reached pandemic proportion and has been considered a public health concern. This study is aimed at analyzing the trend of HIV/AIDS research in Ghana.

Interpretation

This model provides a comprehensive and flexible use of evidence to estimate state-level HIV seroprevalence for Ghana using program data and adjusting for explanatory variables. Thus, investment in program data for HIV surveillance will provide reliable estimates for HIV sub-national monitoring and improve planning and interventions for epidemiologic control.

Method

We used the various database to a conduct bibliometric analysis of HIV/AIDS-related research in Ghana from 1986 to 2024 employing ‘HIV’, ‘AIDS’, ‘acquired immunodeficiency syndrome’, ‘Human immunodeficiency virus’, and ‘Ghana’ as search descriptions. The most common bibliometric indicators were applied for
the selected publications.

Result

The number of scientific research articles retrieved for HIV/AIDS-related research in Ghana has been comprehensive.

The trend in HIV/AIDS research in Ghana is increasing yet evolving. Four articles were retracted while two had an expression of concern.

Conclusion

The growth of scientific literature in HIV/AIDS-related research in Ghana was found to be high and increasing. However, the hotspot analysis still shows more unexplored grey areas in the future.

The HIV epidemic enters its fifth decade amid a global pandemic that has overloaded healthcare systems and constrained access to life-saving services.

Meanwhile, rising poverty, mental health issues, and abuse are increasing children’s and women’s risk of infection,’ said UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore. ‘Unless we ramp up efforts to resolve the inequalities driving the HIV epidemic, which are now exacerbated by COVID-19, we may see more children infected with HIV and more children losing their fight against A
IDS.’

Source: Ghana Web

Market women groups in the Ashanti and Ahafo regions are advocating for a female running mate for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming 2024 elections.

The women are requesting the party leadership to choose a female candidate from the Ashanti region, the electoral stronghold of the party, if it wants to maintain political power.

According to the groups, the female person should be well respected, passionate, dedicated, and have good track records in developments, to receive more votes during the elections.

At a press conference at the Kumasi Race Course Market on Thursday, April 11, 2024, they stated that it would be a disaster if the NPP failed to select a female running mate for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

They claimed that since the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) selected a female running mate, the NDC will have fewer women vote if the NPP selects a female running mate.

They have threatened to vote for a female candidate, regardless of the person’s political background.

“If th
e NPP leadership wishes to win the 2024 elections, we urge them to choose a female candidate from the Ashanti as a running mate to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. The individual ought to have helped women and brought development to the region,’ Kaakyire Badu, a member of the group said.

Adasa Nkrumah, a member from Mim in the Ahafo region also said ‘We are willing to sacrifice for any female candidate from Ashanti to help her get more votes in the region their ‘world bank’, anything less than this will be a disaster for NPP.’

Asked if they have their preferred choice, they answered in the negative but were quick to mention that ‘We want a woman who has supported the market traders in times of hardship, brought smiles to children by helping them in school and professions.

“We want a gender balance in the ticket of NPP flagbearer and running mate in the 2024 elections as done by the opposition NDC, anything contrary to our request will result in voting for a political party with a female candidate, either as the flagb
earer or a running mate,’ they threatened.

Source: Ghana Web

In Ghana’s dynamic music scene, one figure consistently grabs attention, albeit for the wrong reasons: Shatta Wale. Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., widely known as Shatta Wale, has earned a reputation for controversy, particularly due to his ongoing feud with fellow artist Stonebwoy.

Regularly, Shatta Wale directs verbal assaults at Stonebwoy, using derogatory terms like ‘apakye.’ Despite the negative impact of his actions, many seem unperturbed by Shatta Wale’s behaviour, attributing it to his persona.

It’s crucial that Ghanaians hold Shatta Wale accountable for his conduct. His relentless attacks on Stonebwoy not only damage the music industry’s reputation but also establish a worrying precedent for future conflicts among artists. Shatta Wale’s management team must take decisive action to address his escalating behavior before it worsens further.

In a recent incident at the Salah fest in Abeka, a suburb in Accra, Shatta Wale took to the stage and berated Stonebwoy for not appearing to perform, resorting to
name-calling such as ‘apakye.’ Such behavior is not only disrespectful but also reflects a lack of professionalism and maturity.

I aim to bring this matter to the attention of the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, urging for Shatta Wale to be held accountable. It’s essential for law enforcement to intervene and address the escalating tensions before they worsen.

Furthermore, Shatta Wale’s behaviour extends beyond his feud with Stonebwoy, as he has clashed with other colleagues in the music industry, as well as pundits and hosts in the media. His confrontational approach only fosters division and hostility within the industry.

It’s time for Shatta Wale to reflect on his actions and acknowledge the impact of his words. Stonebwoy has demonstrated himself as a talented artist with a commendable work ethic. Instead of diminishing his accomplishments, Shatta Wale should learn from his example and strive for professional and moral growth.

In conclusion, it’s imperative to hold Shatta Wale a
ccountable for his unethical behaviour and to halt his continuous attacks on Stonebwoy and others in the music industry. Ghanaians should demand better from their artists, starting with denouncing toxicity and promoting unity and respect within the industry.

Source: Ghana Web

The founder and leader of the Economic Fighters League (EFL), Ernesto Yeboah, has reiterated the need to adopt a constituent assembly system to ensure a successful constitutional review.

The failure of constitutional review processes can be attributed to the current political structure, he said.

He claimed that the current system gives only a few powerful people the authority to decide what should be done.

‘The reason why they are excited about the constitutional review process is that it takes away the power from Ghanaians to just a few of them to decide what should go into our constitution or what should not, and so it would be recalled that when Akufo-Addo realised Ghanaians would vote against the proposal to make the District Assembly election partisan, he failed to pursue that agenda again. He has never revisited that issue.’

He referenced the debate surrounding the ex-gratia and stated that the Trade Union Congress (TUC) has asked for the ex-gratia to be extended to all Ghanaian workers or scrapped
entirely.

Ernesto Yeboah said the parliamentarians will never agree to have the ex-gratia scrapped.

The constituent assembly, also known as a constitutional convention, congress, or assembly, is a body comprising representatives from all societal sectors, responsible for drafting or revising a constitution.

‘The constituent assembly is a body of groups in which, for example, journalists will elect representatives to be there, and when it was time to debate or enact laws about journalism, they would be asked to contribute what they believe is the best and what laws can help achieve this.

“Teachers will do the same, and professionals will do the same. At that forum, ask yourself what that forum will say during the debate on whether to scrap the ex-gratia or maintain it. Definitely, they will vote to have the ex-gratia scrapped if it is not extended to all workers.

“Do you think this will excite Bagbin, Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Osei-Kyei-Mensah Bonsu and the others? These people are beneficiaries of the blatan
t, illegal stealing of the state. This is poor thievery.

“These challenges can be addressed if we have a new constituency and an alternative outside the duopoly of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

“The two political parties have not made this a political issue. They are not interested in making this an electoral issue. The idea of having a new constitution should have taken centre stage in our elections.’

He said the two parties have low expectations of the people and have no interest in changing anything to make the country better.

Source: Ghana Web

MyCredit Score Limited, a Ghanaian company with a mission to promote financial inclusion through responsible borrowing, has been granted Provisional Credit Bureau License by the Bank of Ghana. This approval marks a significant step forward for the company’s mission to empower Ghanaians with access to fair and accurate credit assessments.

The company, although not fully operational yet pending the full license from the Bank of Ghana, is actively engaged in groundswork to pave the way for its impactful initiatives. Central to its mission is the empowerment of Ghanaians with the necessary tools and resources to understand credit, manage debt effectively, and make informed financial decisions.

One of the Directors promoting the company to be licensed remarked, ‘Our core mission is to provide unbiased and accurate information by leveraging already available data to help individuals make responsible borrowing practices and for businesses to make informed lending decisions.

Understanding the critical role that cr
edit scoring plays in facilitating economic growth and individual financial well-being, MyCredit Score is set to transform the credit landscape in Ghana. Currently, the lack of reliable credit assessment often imposes significant barriers for individuals seeking basic necessities such as housing and transportation. Acquiring a loan often necessitates a guarantor, a system that can be cumbersome and quite frustrating. However, MyCredit Score envisions a future where a good credit report becomes the sole key to unlocking loan opportunities.

“In Ghana, due to the absence of credit assessment, individuals often face hurdles in accessing essential services such as renting a decent place to live. Many are compelled to pay exorbitant sums up front, often equivalent to two years’ rent. With credit scoring, the average Ghanaian will have the opportunity to obtain credit to rent a place of their choice and pay monthly, provided they have a good score,” another promoter explained.

Furthermore, the absence of creditwor
thiness assessment stifles opportunities for economic advancement, hindering individuals from fulfilling aspirations such as owning a car for improved commute comfort. MyCredit Score aims to address such challenges by leveraging credit scoring to facilitate access to credit for individuals with promising credit profiles.

Another Director also remarked, ‘With creditworthiness assessment, individuals like the young working-class male aspiring to purchase a car will find it much easier to obtain financing. This not only enhances their quality of life but also stimulates economic activity’

In line with its commitment to expanding access to credit scoring services, MyCredit Score is in advanced discussions with the National Information Technology Agency (NITA) to collaborate on its CitizenApp project. This strategic partnership aims to leverage technology to democratize access to credit scoring, making it accessible to all Ghanaians, including the average citizen.

“The Citizen App project presents an unpreceden
ted opportunity to distribute our services and fulfill our mission of bringing financial inclusivity to all segments of society. By leveraging the Ghana Card, which serves as a reliable source of national identification, we can securely access data to generate credit scores and extend financial services to previously underserved populations,” the Promoter Director asserted.

MyCredit Score is also actively exploring partnerships with fintechs, payment service providers, microfinance institutions, saving and loans and banks, to ensure seamless facilitation of credit and loan facilities. By harnessing the power of data and technology, the company envisions a financially inclusive future where every Ghanaian has access to fair and transparent credit assessment, irrespective of their socioeconomic background so long as their credit scores are good. s

With the Provisional License in hand, MyCredit Score is poised to further its mission of financial inclusion and responsible borrowing in Ghana. The company remains
dedicated to its vision of a brighter financial future for all Ghanaians, supported by fair access to credit and informed financial decision-making.

Source: Ghana Web