Professor Mahmud Sharif Khalid thinks Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo should step down from her job because of recent problems. He works as an Economic Advisor at the Vice President's Office. Many people in Ghana want the Chief Justice removed, according to research from Global InfoAnalytics. Professor Khalid shared his thoughts on The Big Issue TV show last Saturday.
He believes she should have already quit her position instead of causing more drama. The professor mentioned similar situations that have happened before with other officials. He said these cases created examples long ago, which makes the current discussion unnecessary. Professor Khalid pointed to Charlotte Osei, who lost her job as Electoral Commissioner, even though...
Prof Thomas Mba Akabzaa has passed away shortly after becoming Chairman of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission. The respected professor died on April 17 at the University of Ghana Medical Centre, just weeks after his virtual swearing-in ceremony on March 28. President Mahama appointed him to lead the eight-member PURC Board earlier this year. His family confirmed his death to news outlets, though they did not reveal what caused it.
Akabzaa taught at the University of Ghana Department of Earth Science, where he specialized in mining, environmental issues, and natural resource management. His academic work received over 2,000 citations worldwide. He wrote two important books that examined how mining affects communities and the...
President Mahama wants to change Kwahu Easter celebrations from just fun activities to business growth opportunities. He announced this new direction at the Kwahu Business Forum last Saturday. The President reminded everyone about his campaign promise to expand the forum after winning the election. He believes Easter celebrations can help build businesses across Ghana.
Mahama encouraged Ghanaians to think beyond traditional trading roles. He mentioned that current global changes create fresh economic possibilities for everyone. The financial sector serves as the essential lifeline for all economic growth, according to him. His administration aims to help citizens become leaders who drive the national economy forward.
The President...
President Mahama sees good economic signs that suggest life might become easier soon. He points to falling inflation numbers and the cedi gaining strength against major world currencies like the dollar. Annual consumer inflation went down for the third month in a row to 22.4% this March, reaching its lowest point since last November because the cedi remained stable. The inflation rate still sits much higher than the Bank of Ghana wants, as they aim for 8% with an acceptable range between 6% and 10%.
At the Kwahu Business Forum yesterday, Mahama said inflation is going down as the currency becomes more stable. He talked about his government working on climate change problems through technology, saying Ghana should be digital, green for...
Pastor Mensa Otabil told his church members they can receive healing without fancy prayers. During a Good Friday service at Christ Temple in East Teshie, Accra, he explained how believers can ask for healing regardless of their prayer skills. The service focused on the message "By His Stripes We Are Healed" from Isaiah 53:4-5, highlighting how Christ's suffering brings spiritual and physical healing.
Otabil said Jesus already took on human sickness through his sacrifice. He pointed to the Bible story where Jesus healed Peter's mother-in-law with just a simple touch. The pastor emphasized that healing comes through faith in what Jesus did, not through loud or long prayers. He said you might not need someone screaming over you to heal -...
SADC warns about growing weight problems across southern Africa affecting all ages. Children as young as five show obesity signs because of unhealthy living habits. South Africa leads with 55 percent adult obesity rates. Many other countries face similar issues, with Malawi at 25 percent. Girls experience higher obesity levels than boys throughout the region.
This health crisis creates major money troubles for countries. Obesity reduces the amount of work people can do and increases sick days, which hurts economic growth. The world spent almost 2 trillion dollars on obesity costs in 2020, and this might double to 4 trillion dollars by 2035. African countries could pay 50 billion dollars yearly because of obesity problems.
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Luna Park Family Amusement Park comes back to Bulawayo just as Easter holidays start. The park opens near the Highlanders Sports Club with more rides than before. Families can enjoy many attractions at this fun destination. Little kids love the Flying Chairs ride called The Dangler, made for children six months to five years old. Children under nine years old enjoy riding the Mini Train around the colorful park area.
Older visitors try the Water Walker, where people walk inside giant balloons floating on water. The park added more payment stations to make lines shorter for everyone. Each regular ride costs US$2, but special attractions like quad bikes cost US$3. Park manager Witness Chihota says they worked hard to create safe family...
Bulawayo City Council checked over 800 businesses last month for health problems. Inspectors found many shops selling bad food or running without proper permits. About 25 stores received notices for having expired products that could make people sick. Health director Dr Edwin Mzingwane said they discovered unsafe meat, damaged canned goods expired items during these checks.
Several shops in Entumbane had problems with tinned beans and fish that inspectors condemned. Businesses in Mpopoma faced similar issues with their products. Two major meat sellers lost 622 kilograms of meat deemed unfit to eat. Even the popular fast food chain Simbisa Brands had beef patties, bacon, yogurt, and other items taken off shelves.
The council also fined...
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Older people, those with ongoing health issues, need complete outpatient benefits, medicine coverage specialist access. You must learn about waiting periods before joining. Cost matters, but it should come after deciding what benefits you need. Your budget might need...
