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A tragic incident unfolded on the morning of Saturday, February 3, 2024, as a bus transporting fourth-year students from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Obuasi campus’ Civil Engineering department was involved in a collision. The accident occurred during their journey to a scheduled field trip. The …

In a significant boost to Ghana’s agricultural sector, Newmont’s Asutifi Processing and Services Centre (APSC) has transformed into a key player, supporting over 1,000 farmers in the Ahafo Region. Recognized as the “food basket of Ghana,” the Ahafo Region has been a vital contributor to the nation’s economy and food …

In a bid to curb the rising trend of illegal activities within public schools, the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has issued a stern warning, urging individuals with drug use disorders to cease using classrooms for nefarious purposes. The commission, in a statement released on Monday, expressed deep concern over the …

In a recent incident in Westlands, West Legon, four firefighters from the Legon fire station sustained injuries when the last floor of a two-storey shop complex collapsed during a fierce fire. The Ghana National Fire Service is actively investigating both the cause of the fire and the subsequent building collapse. …

In a shocking revelation at the Gauteng High Court, lead investigator Bongani Gininda stated that South African gospel singer Kelly Khumalo is accused of ordering the murder of her then-boyfriend, football star Senzo Meyiwa. Meyiwa was fatally shot in 2014 while attempting to protect Khumalo from armed robbers. The trial, …

In a recent development, the National Labour Commission (NLC) has issued a directive instructing the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU), affiliated with the Trades Union Congress, and the Senior Staff Association of Public Universities along with the Federation of Universities Senior Staff to promptly cease their ongoing strike. The …

In a recent statement, renowned media figure Abeiku Santana has issued a cautionary message, urging individuals to limit their time spent on social media engaging in unproductive activities. Santana emphasized that spending up to three hours on social media, particularly watching humor-oriented content, without any constructive purpose could hinder personal …

In a significant development, the National Labour Commission (NLC) is poised to engage with the leadership of the Senior Staff Association of Public Universities in Ghana (SSA-UoG) and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG) today regarding the persistent strike that has gripped the nation’s public universities. This crucial meeting …

A squad of five Data Scientists hailing from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has clinched the top honors in the UN Datathon 2023 competition. Their victory stems from the creation of an innovative Story Map designed for tracking progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The UN Datathon, geared …

In response to the Akosombo Dam spillage affecting communities, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), in collaboration with the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) and the Ministry of Education, has contributed $500,000 worth of school supplies to children in Mefe. As part of the Akosombo Safe …