Health
GHS Designates Officers to Assist PWDs in Health Facilities
Accra: The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has designated officers at regional and district hospitals nationwide to assist persons living with disabilities (PWDs) seeking care. These officers will guide PWDs from the outpatient department through consultat…
Western Regional Minister Vows to Combat Water Pollution from Illegal Mining
Takoradi: Mr Joseph Nelson, the Western Regional Minister, has expressed his resolve to take decisive actions to tackle the pollution of water bodies caused by illegal mining activities (galamsey) in the Region. He stated that despite the challenges, …
Western Regional Minister Vows to Combat Water Pollution from Illegal Mining
Takoradi: Mr Joseph Nelson, the Western Regional Minister, has expressed his resolve to take decisive actions to tackle the pollution of water bodies caused by illegal mining activities (galamsey) in the Region. He stated that despite the challenges, …
Lands Minister Expresses Concern Over Low Resolution of Mining Court Cases
Accra: Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, has expressed concern over the low adjudication rate of mining-related cases in the courts. Out of 800 cases filed, fewer than 40 have been resolved successfully.
Accor…
Klikor Chief Prioritises Health of Subjects, Enrolls 2,000 onto NHIS
Klikor: Torgbui Tsifokpe, Chief of Klikor Afuta, Ketu South, in a move to prioritise the health and wellbeing of his subjects, has enrolled about 2,000 residents onto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
According to Ghana News Agency, Torgb…
Minister Advocates for Localized Climate Change Strategies to Build Resilience
Accra: Mr. Issifu Seidu, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, has announced plans to localize climate change issues to help build resilience and sustain livelihoods, particularly for vulnerable populations. The government intends t…
Pupils in Nyanyano Commit to Combat Plastic Pollution and Promote Reusable Bags
Nyanyano: More than 80 pupils in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region have pledged to fight plastic waste and promote the use of reusable bags in their communities. The commitment was made by pupils from four schools-Great Ebenezer
Anaemia among Pregnant Women Declines in Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality
Tarkwa: Mrs. Wilhelmina Tiwaah Duah Morttey, the Municipal Director of Health Services in Tarkwa Nsuaem, has announced a significant decline in anaemia among pregnant women within the municipality. This development marks a notable achievement, as addr…