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US Embassy in Accra opens thousands of new visa slots; urges World Cup travellers to apply early
Posted on with No CommentThe United States Embassy in Accra has announced an expansion of visa processing capacity, opening “thousands of additional non-immigrant visa appointment slots,” with many said to be immediately available. The move is a direct effort to manage anticipated high demand … Read more →
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Inflation falls marginally to 11.2% in June
Posted on | CommentThe year-on-year inflation rate was 11.2 per cent in June 2020, which is 0.1 percentage points lower than the May record of 11.3 per cent. The monthly change rate for June 2020 was, however, 1.0 per cent. “Even though year-on-year … Read more →
We won’t be pressured to shut down schools – Health Minister
Posted on | CommentMr. Kwaku Agyemang Manu, the Minister of Health, has served notice that the government would not be pressured to shut down Senior High Schools over COVID-19 fears. He said the current number of cases recorded in some schools was not … Read more →
ICUMS generates almost GHC 2 billion, as GRA Board Chair says system is better than GCNET
Posted on | CommentThe new trade facilitation tool, the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS) deployed by the government at the ports and frontiers, is said to have generated some 1,929,481,409.5 billion Cedis as at July 11, 2020 for the government since its inception. … Read more →
Coronavirus: Medical staff at KATH dies; 170 others test positive
Posted on | CommentOne medical staff at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has died of Covid-19. Details of the deceased are scanty, but JoyNews has learnt the male radiographer died on July 3, 2020. Chief Executive of KATH, Dr Oheneba Owusu-Danso, revealed … Read more →
GBC directed to reduce its 6 digital TV channels to 3 in 60 days
Posted on | CommentThe Ministry of Communications has directed the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) to reduce its six operating digital television channels to three. In a letter addressed to the Director-General of the GBC dated June 26, 2020, the Minister of Communications, Mrs … Read more →
IBM appoints Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh as first African and female regional head
Posted on | CommentTechnology giant, IBM Corporation has appointed Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh as its Regional Head for North, East and West Africa. Her new appointment makes her the first African woman and first regional head, marking a significant milestone for the firm. With her … Read more →
Details of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Senior High Schools in Western Region
Posted on | CommentThe Western Region Directorate of the Ghana Education Service has debunked reports of a viral spread in the some Senior High Schools in the area. Earlier it was reported that the novel coronavirus has invaded the Archbishop Porter Girls Senior … Read more →
Coronavirus: White House targets US disease chief Dr Anthony Fauci
Posted on | CommentUS infectious disease chief Dr Anthony Fauci is being targeted by the Trump administration as tensions rise between the health expert and the president. The White House has been increasingly critical of Dr Fauci, and on Sunday, an official shared … Read more →
Millions go back into lockdown around the world
Posted on | CommentSummary Cities and states on several continents reimpose restrictions as cases surge again France awards health workers pay rises worth €8bn (£7.2bn; $9bn) after a series of protests In England, face masks will be compulsory in shops from 24 July … Read more →
Ghana Health Service warns – Don’t wear face shields without face masks
Posted on | CommentThe Ghana Health Service (GHS) has issued an advisory regarding the use of face shields in the effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the country. According to the Head of Surveillance at the Ghana Health Service, Dr Asiedu … Read more →
GIS to repatriate 54 Nigerians for unlawful entry
Posted on | CommentA total of 54 Nigerians arrested for unlawful entry into Ghana through unapproved routes along the Ghana-Togo frontier are awaiting repatriation, officials of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) have said. The illegal travellers, who are currently in the custody of … Read more →
South Africa bans alcohol sales again to combat COVID-19
Posted on | CommentSouth Africa has introduced new restrictions, including another ban on alcohol sales, to help contain the spread of coronavirus. A night-time curfew has been imposed, and the wearing of masks outdoors is now compulsory. President Cyril Ramaphosa said the alcohol … Read more →
Bishop Agyinasare opens up on Obinim’s training
Posted on | CommentFounder of Perez Chapel International, Bishop Charles Agyinasare, has recounted how all his efforts to mentor Prophet Daniel Obinim proved futile. According to the renowned man of God, though it was a personal decision of the International Godsway Chapel Founder … Read more →
39 FDA staff contract COVID-19
Posted on | CommentThe Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has recorded 39 Covid-19 cases among its staff. The FDA in a press release indicated that a total of 450 staff at its head office, Tema office, KIA office and its laboratory were tested … Read more →
Ghana’s COVID-19 recoveries now 20,187, total case count 24,518
Posted on | CommentTwenty thousand one hundred and eighty seven (20,187) persons who tested positive for the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Ghana have recovered and/or been discharged. An update by the Ghana Health Service (GHS) on Sunday, July 12, indicated that 270 new … Read more →
2020 closed fishing season called off
Posted on | CommentThe Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development has called off the 2020 close fishing season for fisherfolks in the country. This had come about as a result of inconclusive discussions between the ministry and fisherfolks on the matter due to … Read more →
Lands Ministry: National Service Staff, interns to stay at home
Posted on | CommentThe Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has asked National Service personnel to stay at home over coronavirus fears. Sources told DGN Online that the action is due to the spread of coronavirus at Government’s ministries. According to sources,in line … Read more →
COVID-19: Couples should wear face masks during sex – Harvard study
Posted on | CommentSafe sex during the coronavirus pandemic might soon require protection beyond just the nether regions. A new study from researchers at Harvard University says that hooking up carries some risk for transmitting COVID-19 from one partner to the other and … Read more →
Special voters registration for SHS students starts today
Posted on | CommentThe Electoral Commission (EC) will, effective today, begin the special voters registration exercise for qualified senior high school (SHS) students who are currently in their various schools across the country. The two-day exercise will be carried out in about 700 … Read more →
Sekond-Takoradi: Panic at GES as HR tests positive for COVID-19
Posted on | CommentThe Human Resource Manager of Ghana Education Service (GES) in Western region has tested positive for COVID-19, deep throat sources have revealed. The 59 year old Saed Yankey, who is in critical condition has since been flown to Accra for … Read more →
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