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1,360 DIE ANNUALLY FROM DROWNING IN GHANA ,RESEARCH REVEALS

  An estimated 1,360 people die through submersion in and inhalation of water in Ghana annually, according to research. The School of Public Health at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) disclosed a research it conducted. The study, which aims to establish the availability of drowning data …

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CLOGSAG LEADERS WARNED AGAINST SALARY NEGOTIATION WITH GOVERNMENT

Members of the the Civic and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) has warned their leaders on salary negotiations with the government. The warning came limelight when alleged social media reports revealed that section of the leadership of the Civic and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) has summoned an …

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Chief Justice dismisses petition for Special Prosecutor’s removal

  The Chief Justice, Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, has dismissed the petition allegedly forwarded by the former Special Prosecutor, Martin Amidu that sought to remove his successor, Kissi Agyebeng, from office. According to Joy News sources, the Chief Justice determined that the factual and legal foundation of the petition fell short …

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Chief Justice defends request for more Supreme Court judge

Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has defended her request for additional Supreme Court judges, citing the overwhelming number of cases the apex court handles. Delivering her closing remarks after the hearing of two lawsuits filed by Broadcast Journalist Richard Dela Sky and Researcher Dr. Amanda Odoi against Parliament’s passage of the …

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NSS releases April arrears following strike by personnel

The National Service Scheme (NSS) has released arrears for April, following a strike declaration by scheme personnel. The Concerned National Service Scheme (NSS) Personnel Association of Ghana (CONSPAG) announced a nationwide strike on July 3, 2024, citing unpaid allowances, affecting livelihoods. However, in a swift response, the National Executive Council …

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ASOKWA LEADS HIV PREVALENCE IN ASHANTI REGION

Asokwa has overtaken the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly with the highest HIV prevalence in the Ashanti region. The Asokwa Municipality recorded a prevalence of 3 point two-three per cent. HIV/AIDS remains a significant public health challenge in Ghana, Africa, and globally. While progress has been made in recent years, it is …

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