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Life presents challenges that can be difficult to accept. However, recognizing and embracing these realities can lead to personal growth, strength and resilience. Uncomfortable moments force people to face realities and resilience determines how they respond. The strongest individuals embrace discomfort, accept reality and build resilience to keep moving forward to achieve the purpose of life.Uncomfortable is something that causes distress, unease or difficulty to human peace and happiness. It can be physical, emotional, or psychological. Examples, facing rejection or failure, having difficult conversations. Discomfort pushes us to change.Realities are truths or situations that exist, whether pleasant or not. Examples,…

Former Member of Parliament for Sekondi, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has weighed in on the unfolding National Service Scheme (NSS) scandal, acknowledging that even well-intentioned governments may harbor corrupt individuals who must face consequences. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile, the former deputy minister offered a balanced perspective on the GH¢548 million ghost worker scandal currently rocking the NSS. “I had the privilege of serving in the Akufo-Addo administration. I think a government made of good men, well-intentioned, came with a clear objective of serving our country,” Mercer stated. “But I recognize that in every house, there’s the Mensah and so you may…

Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo has long been recognized as a champion for nurses and midwives, advocating for improved working conditions, fair wages, and professional development within Ghana’s healthcare system. As President of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), she has played a pivotal role in shaping labor policies and ensuring that healthcare professionals receive the recognition and support they deserve.With over 25 years of experience in nursing and more than 15 years in trade unionism, Mrs. Ofori-Ampofo has built a reputation as a principled and results-driven leader. She has served as a Nurse Educator at the Nursing and Midwifery Training…

The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has reiterated that the Mahama-led government is focused on creating inclusive growth through job creation and innovation.He said this forms a major part of President John Dramani Mahama’s “Building the Ghana We Want” agenda, which aims to transform the country into a hub of opportunities.Speaking at the 113th session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva on Thursday, June 5, Dr Pelpuo said: “Government’s blueprint is anchored on ‘Building the Ghana We Want Together’, an imperative policy geared towards transforming Ghana into a hub of opportunities, innovation, and inclusive…

play videoAccording to the woman, she terminated the pregnancy despite her husband’s insistence A married woman has opened up about a decision she made 12 years ago to terminate a pregnancy to ensure her church wedding was blessed, a choice she now believes has left her unable to conceive.The woman, who shared her story on The Secret Court, a popular YouTube show hosted by Ghanaian prophet Elisha Osei, recounted how she and her husband had performed a traditional marriage and were preparing to hold a white wedding in church.However, complications arose after she became pregnant during a mandatory six-month waiting…

The Minority in Parliament has criticised the government’s indefinite suspension of the controversial Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025, also known as the ‘Dumsor Levy’, calling it a damning admission of failure, hypocrisy, and incompetence. Minority Leader Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, in a statement on Saturday, June 14, described the eleventh-hour reversal as “a shameful retreat” that exposes “the fundamentally chaotic and inconsistent approach to economic governance” by the NDC administration. “This is not a policy review. It is a complete retreat under pressure. It is governance by panic and improvisation,” he said. “You don’t rush a law through Parliament only…

The recent move by the U.S. administration to consider visa restrictions on Ghana—alongside 24 other African nations—raises concerns regarding bilateral relations, economic stability, and mobility for Ghanaian citizens. While the stated rationale includes visa overstay concerns, unreliable civil documentation, and lack of cooperation with U.S. immigration enforcement, this development demands a proactive and strategic approach from Ghana’s leadership.This article explores the possible implications of the proposed restrictions, assesses Ghana’s vulnerabilities, and outlines policy recommendations to mitigate risks while safeguarding Ghana’s global mobility and economic interests.Potential Implications for Ghana1. Economic DisruptionsThe U.S. is one of Ghana’s largest trade and investment partners,…

File photo of a black cat A compelling tale from Asante history reveals the enigmatic escape of Nana Owusu Sekyere Panin, a former Mamponghene known for his mystical powers, as documented by scholars Robert S. Rattray and Ivor Wilks. According to written and oral accounts, Nana Owusu Sekyere Panin, described as possessing supernatural abilities, exhibited significant insubordination toward Asantehene Osei Kwame, feeling untouchable due to his mystical prowess. This defiance prompted the Asantehene to incite rebellion among Gyamase, Afidwase, and Edwera against their overlord, the Mamponghene. In response, Osei Kwame dispatched the renowned Ankaasehene Yaw-Amoa Ponko to lead warriors against…

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin says the government’s indefinite suspension of the controversial Energy Sector Levy, aka ‘Dumsor Levy’, is proof of deep hypocrisy, confusion, and incompetence on the part of the Mahama-led administration. He described the U-turn as a “shameful retreat” and said it completely exposes the NDC’s “intellectual dishonesty.” “Just months ago, they were shouting from every rooftop that our administration was using COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine war as excuses. Now they are in power and using the Middle East crisis to justify crude oil volatility? That is the height of hypocrisy,” he stated. The Effutu MP slammed what…

The Damang Gold Mine, located in Ghana’s Western Region, has long been a strategic asset in the nation’s gold mining sector. However, beyond its economic significance, Damang has become the center of legal disputes and political maneuvering, particularly in relation to Engineers and Planners (E&P), a Ghanaian-owned company, and its mineral concessions. The latest threats of legal action from the NPP micro minority, led by Annor Dompreh, mirror past disputes where Ghanaian companies found themselves at odds with state regulatory decisions that favored foreign firms, notably Chinese entities.The intersection of legal precedents, economic interests, and political motivations in Ghana’s mining…