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The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Ghana has entered into a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Seychelles (UniSey) in a significant development aimed at promoting educational and cultural collaboration. The signing ceremony marks a milestone in strengthening the academic and research ties between the two institutions. The partnership, grounded in shared values of academic excellence, innovation, and cultural exchange, outlines several key areas of collaboration. These include: Student and Staff Exchange: This will provide opportunities for undergraduate, postgraduate, and faculty exchanges, allowing participants to experience diverse learning environments and teaching methodologies. Joint…

Dr Bright Okoh has cautioned that “Drinking water excessively can lead to kidney disorder.”His host Taller Dee on No.1 105.3 FM’s Journey to Heaven drive-time programme exclaimed at this, revealing he had drank 4,500ml of water that day.”Drinking three of the big bottles of water is not exactly excessive. There are people who want to drink a jerrican’s worth of water with a hosepipe,” Dr Okoh responded.He explained drinking more water than is healthy puts “pressure on the kidneys.”The kidney filters the water you drink, separating what your body needs from what will be flushed out in the form of…

Investcorp has  announced a strategic partnership with Critical Ideas Limited, trading as Chipper Cash, one of Africa’s fastest-growing financial technology companies. This is a groundbreaking move that promises to redefine the financial intermediation in Africa. This collaboration commits to bringing significant benefits to individual investors including the ease and efficiency of investing and access to global securities, etc. InvestCorp Asset Management Limited (InvestCorp), known for its innovative approach to asset management and strategic investments, brings abundant Investment management expertise and resources to the table. Chipper Cash, on the other hand, is an innovator in mobile-based cross-border payments and financial services,…

Last week, Mongabay published a recap of the major trends in the world’s tropical rainforests for 2023.Here’s a brief look at some of the key issues to monitor in 2024.These include: Brazil, elections in DRC and Indonesia, forest carbon markets, el Niño, global inflation and commodity prices, advancements in forest data, and progress on high level commitments.See All Key Ideas Last week, Mongabay published a recap of the major trends in the world’s tropical rainforests for 2023. Here’s a glimpse into some of the key issues to monitor in 2024. Brazil The deforestation rate in the Brazilian Amazon…

The latest round of European football action saw Ghanaian players make significant contributions to their clubs. From the English Premier League to the French Ligue 1 and the Greek Super League, the Black Stars shone bright. As the World Cup qualifiers loom, Ghanaian players abroad are hitting top gear, giving national team coach Otto Addo a welcome selection headache. Here is a rundown of how the Ghanaian players abroad fared in Europe over the weekend. Thomas Partey, Arsenal  Thomas Partey proved to be the difference-maker for Arsenal in their high-stake clash with Manchester City. Just 1:45 seconds after Erling Haaland’s…

At the inception of Ghana’s Fourth Republic, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) cultivated a reputation as the party of celebrated intellectuals, encapsulated in the popular refrain, “We have the men.” This perception was fueled by fierce opposition to Jerry John Rawlings’ December 31, 1981, revolution, and his transition from military rule to democratic governance. As resentment toward the PNDC—and later the NDC—intensified, the NPP positioned itself as the natural alternative, emphasising intellectual superiority. Notably, groups associated with good governance, including sections of the media, largely refrained from scrutinizing the NPP’s self-proclaimed dominance in intellectualism. Instead, they accepted it as an unquestionable truth,…

The 24-Hour Economy is the flagship project of the NDC In his inaugural speech on 7 January 2025 President Mahama outlined his vision of a 24-hour economy where “…our markets are alive and bustling at all hours, with responsive public services accessible at all times so that businesses can operate flexibly to meet diverse demands. Young people, including entrepreneurs, can find opportunities regardless of traditional limitations…’’ The President’s vision is derived from the 24-hour economy policy (24HE) outlined in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Election 2024 Manifesto labelled Resetting Ghana for Jobs, Accountability and Prosperity.I will outline an implementation strategy…

The government has pledged to complete the Takoradi Market Circle redevelopment project to enable residents of the Western Region to reap its full benefits.President John Dramani Mahama announced this when he visited the Takoradi Market Circle project site as part of his “Thank You Tour” of the Western Region on Wednesday.He said the government would discuss new schedules for the project’s completion with the contractor.“The government will meet the contractor and Minister of Finance to discuss how to complete the Takoradi Market Circle Redevelopment project, and soon the contractor, engineers and workers will be on-site”.Currently, the management of the Sekondi-Takoradi…

Dr. Emmanuel Freeman, a computer scientist and head of the Computer Science Department at Ghana Communication Technology University, has advised Communications, Digitization, and Innovation Minister-designate Hon. Sam George Nertey to prioritize expert guidance over political considerations in his new role.Speaking in a telephone interview with GBC Radio Central on Thursday, February 6, 2025, Dr. Freeman emphasized that the success of the minister would depend on making informed decisions based on expert advice rather than political influences. He cautioned that “politics doesn’t solve technology, communication, and digitization problems” and urged the minister-designate to adopt a professional approach.Addressing concerns about Hon. Sam…

Bolgatanga Central Member of Parliament (MP), Isaac Adongo Bolgatanga Central Member of Parliament (MP), Isaac Adongo, has called on his constituents to remain calm regarding their concerns that he has been excluded from the recently announced deputy ministerial list by the president.While addressing the agitation among some youth in the constituency, Adongo said he had seen the disappointments in them but urged them to rather continue to give support to President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.The MP reiterated his dedication to serving the people of Bolgatanga Central, stressing that his top priority as MP is to represent and advocate for his…