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A psychiatrist at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Dr. Ruth Owusu-Antwi is pointing to a high rate of mental health problems among Ghanaians. According to the immediate past head of the Psychiatric Unit at KATH, mental health issues have increased over the years, especially during the COVID-19 period. “We got about 12 thousand cases just in the past year at KATH alone. These numbers have kept increasing over the past 5 years. Covid really took a toll on people’s mental health,” she said in an interview with JoyNews. She however believes mental health awareness increased during the Covid-19 period and decreased…

An aspirant for the Ashanti Regional Council of State elections, Nana Nkansah Boadu Ayeboafo, has expressed deep disappointment in the newly appointed Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, accusing him of causing chaos during the electoral process.Nana Nkansah Boadu, who is also the Chief of Agric Nzema in the Ashanti Region, alleged that the minister played a direct role in the pandemonium at the Regional Coordinating Council by attempting to prevent him from winning the election.The controversy erupted after several media personnel were assaulted by a group of machomen during the vote sorting process conducted by the Electoral Commission.The injured…

Dr. Yussif Sulemana, Acting MD, TOR – Image Credit: TORThe appointment of energy analyst, Dr. Yussif Sulemana as the Acting Managing Director (MD) of Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has ignited hope and optimism among industry players signaling a possible turnaround for the national refinery.Amid the challenges of Tema Oil Refinery, some industry players believe the over 20 years of experience of Dr. Sulemana in the upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors of the energy industry coupled with his specialization in oil and gas production, will come to bear in transforming the refinery.One key industry expert who is reposing confidence in the…

American president Donald Trump has issued an executive order to withdraw aid from South Africa. He was reacting to what he has called the South African government’s plan to “seize ethnic minority Afrikaners’ agricultural property without compensation”. Afrikaners are an ethnic and linguistic community of white South Africans whose home language is Afrikaans. Trump’s outrage is based on a misinterpretation of a new law – the Expropriation Act which came into effect in January 2025. Trump’s action, amplified by provocative comments from billionaire Elon Musk, has reignited debate about the concept of “white victimhood”. We asked Nicky Falkof, who has…

The affected farmers are calling on authorities to take urgent action Correspondence from Eastern RegionFarmers in Maase, Asafo, Adonkwanta, and surrounding areas within the Abuakwa South Municipality are facing an escalating crisis as unknown herdsmen and their cattle invade farmlands during the dry season. These recurring incursions, which have persisted for the past four years, are causing widespread crop destruction, financial losses, and heightened security concerns.The dry season, already a difficult period due to reduced rainfall, has become even more challenging as herds of cattle graze freely on farms, destroying essential crops such as maize, cassava, and vegetables. Local farmers…

Cervical cancer, one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer, continues to claim the lives of thousands of women worldwide, Mr. Francis Ameyibor a development advocate of the Communication for Development and Advocacy Consult (CDA Consult) has stated.”The fight against cervical cancer requires a multi-faceted approach. Vaccination is a critical component of this fight, and we urge parents, guardians, and individuals to take advantage of this life-saving intervention,” Mr Ameyibor stated in a statement issued on Wednesday in Accra.The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recommended Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination for girls and boys aged 9-14 years, with a…

The ultramodern library and magistrate court complex projects funded by the Tema Tank Farm (TTF), Ghana’s leading privately-owned petroleum depot headquartered in the capital of the Kpone Katamanso Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra Region, have been given massive thumbs up by members of the municipality. The members, including the traditional leaders, described the commissioning of the two state-of-the-art facilities on the same day as “unprecedented” and thanked the management of the company for giving back to the community in which they operate. Speaking at the recent commissioning ceremony, Terminal Director of TTF, Edem Boni, said: “We are giving back…

While researching for an academic submission during my LLM studies, I came across an intriguing concept in contract law: the distinction between an offer and an invitation to treat. It’s one of those principles that might seem abstract at first, but once you dive into it, you realise how practical and relevant it is, whether you’re navigating everyday transactions or dealing with complex commercial agreements. I thought I should share. What is an Offer? An offer is a clear and definite proposal by one party (the offeror) to another (the offeree) that indicates a willingness to be legally bound once…

Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has denied allegations that President John Mahama played a role in the decision to drop criminal cases against certain high-profile individuals.Dr. Ayine has faced criticism for discontinuing prosecutions involving key figures linked to the previous Mahama administration.These include the Saglemi Housing Project case, charges against current Bank of Ghana Governor Johnson Asiama, the Democracy Hub case, and the prosecution of former COCOBOD CEO Stephen Opuni.Some opponents have accused the President of influencing these decisions, but Dr. Ayine firmly rejected such claims.Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, February 12, he emphasized…

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) provided an update on its ongoing investigations during a press conference at its headquarters in Accra.At the press conference, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng made a series of shocking revelations regarding some of the cases under investigation.The investigations primarily focus on the actions of public officials during the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo administration.Some of the notable individuals mentioned by the Special Prosecutor include former Minister of Finance Ken Ofori-Atta, Former NPA CEO Mustapha Hamid, as well as officials from the Ghana Education Service and others.Here are some of the…