6,000 Adolescents in Volta Region pregnant – Stakeholders urged to address trend
According to Ghana Statistical Service data from the 2021 Population and Housing Census, about 79,733 girls in Ghana aged 12 to 17 have been in union, either married or living together with a man. Out of this number, 25,999 are girls of junior high school-going age (12 to 14 years). In the Volta Region it […]
My time in prison was a blessing for the inmates – Nhyiraba Kojo
Entrepreneur and musician, Nhyiraba Kojo, recently shared his perspective on his two-week incarceration, asserting that he believes the lives of prisoners had improved during his time there. The incident leading to his imprisonment stemmed from a court case filed by residents of Fijai against his NK City Night Club in Takoradi, citing noise pollution. On […]
Apple releases iOS 16.5 with a new sports tab in Apple News
Apple released iOS 16.5 Thursday to all users with a new sports tab in the Apple News app. The tab acts as a hub for scores, match schedules, and articles on your favorite sports teams. The company said that tapping on My Sports score and schedule cards will redirect you to that specific game’s page […]
WhatsApp introduces chat lock feature for more privacy
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, made an announcement on Monday regarding the introduction of a new feature that empowers users to secure their WhatsApp chats with a passcode. By implementing this feature, WhatsApp users can now ensure the privacy of their most sensitive conversations and protect them from unauthorized access by individuals who may […]
Top 7 key benefits of pumpkin seeds for men’s health
Pumpkin seeds, commonly known as pepitas, have gained recognition as a nutritional powerhouse with numerous health benefits. While they are often enjoyed as a snack or used in cooking and baking, their advantages go far beyond their delightful taste and crunch. For men, in particular, pumpkin seeds offer a range of advantages that can support […]
SMEs to receive 10% loans without collateral
In a landmark move set to transform the landscape of small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Ghana, Absa Bank Ghana and the Mastercard Foundation have partnered to offer an unprecedented support program that will elevate SMEs and propel their growth to new heights. This initiative marks a turning point for women-owned businesses, young entrepreneurs, agribusinesses, […]
NDC Polls: 15 incumbent MPs defeated in the just ended elections
15 incumbent MPs defeated in the just ended elections held on May 13, 2023, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the largest opposition party, held elections to select their Presidential and Parliamentary candidates for the upcoming 2024 elections. John Mahama emerged victorious with a staggering 98.9% of the votes, seeing many MPs also retaining their seats. […]
Sarkodie announces JAMZ concert at NYC Town Hall
Sarkodie has just released the official flyer for the New York event on July 15th, 2023. Rapper Sarkodie announced he’ll be taking the iconic Town Hall in New York City for a special concert with his fans. The North American tour commences from July 15th to September 3rd across 11 major cities in the United […]
6-storey building on UDS campus collapses
A building under construction on the Sagnarigu City Campus of the University for Development Studies (UDS) has caved in. The Saturday accident happened during a rainstorm. There were no casualties. The collapse of the six-story structure is the third building accident in a week. Two separate 3-story buildings collapsed days apart at Adentan in Accra. […]
Top engineering student of Cape Coast Technical University honored by Kasapreko
Kasapreko Company Limited, Ghana’s leading beverage manufacturing giant, has awarded the winner of the 2023 Kasapreko Excellence Award. Mr. Isaac Addo, a graduate of Cape Coast Technical University, picked up Kasapreko’s Excellence Award for being the “Best Engineering” student. Mr. Addo, after being adjudged the best student for this year, received a cash prize of […]