Author: johnmahama

kissIntroductionA kiss is often viewed as a simple act of affection—an emotional gesture between lovers, friends, or family. But beneath its soft surface lies a complex world of science, psychology, and symbolism. Kissing is not just a romantic act; it is a profound biological and emotional event that fuels connection, enhances well-being, and even defines how we see ourselves and others.From ancient art to modern science, the kiss is a powerful human expression—an eternal language of love, bonding, and emotional surrender. Whether shared in passion, comfort, or intimacy, the act of kissing reaches deep into our biology, our memories, and…

Dr. Edward Kwapong, Immediate Past President of CIHRM, Dorothy Asare, Vice-President of CIHRM, Dr. Francis Eduku Florence Hutchful and Prof. Bill Puplampu, Vice Chancellor of Central University After a successful 2025 conference of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (CIHRM) last week, the Institute, on Friday, 20th June, 2025, held its 4th Annual General Meeting (AGM), since attaining a charter status in 2020. In his welcome address, the Chief Executive Officer of CIHRM, Dr. Francis Eduku said, coming from a highly successful conference, he is delighted and thankful to the conference planning committee for an incredible job done. He…

Chief of Staff at the Office of the President, Julius DebrahThe Government of Ghana is looking to deepen partnerships with Chinese manufacturers as a strategic move to address the widening trade imbalance between the two countries.Chief of Staff at the Office of the President, Julius Debrah, disclosed this at the opening ceremony of the 5-day Ghana-China Business Summit in Accra on Monday, June 23.He said while China’s exports to Ghana in 2023 stood at over $3.7 billion, Ghana’s exports to China were only about $1.8 billion, a development the government considers unsustainable.“What this suggests is that we need to find…

Ebenezer Doku and Kennedy Agyapong Former Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Adentan, Ebenezer Doku, has dismissed claims that New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential hopeful, Kennedy Agyapong, was endorsed by 220 former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) who served under the NPP between 2017 and 2024.Addressing the media on Monday, June 23, 2025, Doku clarified that the meeting involving the former MMDCEs was convened by Kennedy Agyapong and did not result in any formal endorsement.”He called us; we didn’t go to Ken. He invited us to meet him, and he gave us his message. Other speakers also spoke at…

The Board of Directors of TDC Ghana Ltd recently undertook a comprehensive site tour across multiple project locations to assess development progress, address infrastructural challenges, and engage with project teams on forward-looking strategies. Key highlights of the tour included ongoing refurbishment works at the TDC Towers, plans to construct a multi-storey car park, and the re-engineering of the central air conditioning system to improve building efficiency. At Site 3, the Board reviewed proposed community-focused projects such as recreational centres, libraries, and additional infill housing developments aimed at expanding accommodation options in the area. Preparatory work at the Kaizer Flats site…

Ghana’s fight against illegal mining continues unabated with coordinated operations across three regions, resulting in significant seizures, arrests, and the disruption of destructive mining activities near critical water bodies.The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), a dedicated and independent Task Force set up by the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP), began its intensified operations on Sunday, June 15, targeting illegal miners along the Birim River in the Eastern Region.Acting on intelligence, the task force moved into the Kyebi general area, specifically Asikam and Potrase. The miners bolted on, citing the task force, leaving their…

Most of the obituaries that I’ve read so far about the great African writer Ngugi wa Thiong’o who died on May 28, 2025 at the age of 87 praise his many books but none has pointed out that he was a fearless critic of capitalism and neocolonialism.I personally believe that’s the primary reason why he was never awarded the Nobel Prize in literature. He was also a critic of the destruction caused by European imperialism on African languages and culture.Ngugi’s many excellent books include The River Between, Weep Not Child, and Detained. The one that stands out most to me…

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has issued a strong warning to the general public to refrain from engaging in sexual intercourse with individuals suspected of contracting monkeypox.Health authorities explained that the disease, also known as Mpox, which spreads easily through direct body contact, poses a risk of transmission during intimate physical interactions.The GHS has, therefore, urged people to be cautious, especially with partners who display symptoms similar to measles and other skin-related infections.The caution follows reports that 117 confirmed cases of mpox have been recorded across the country as of June 20, 2025, raising public health concerns over the possible…

The Agortime Kente Festival (Agbamevor Za) 2025 was launched on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Aflao in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta Region. The colorful event marks the beginning of the annual celebration of Kente heritage, culture, and traditions of the Agortime people.This year’s festival is themed “Woven Together: Kente, Agortime’s Creative Gift to the World.” The celebration aims to expose the fact that Kente originated from Agortime, patent every cloth woven from Agortime, and support the development of Kente weavers.The launch was attended by the President of the Aflao Traditional Council, Togbui Adzongaga Amenya Fiti V, and…

Second-hand clothing dealers in Kumasi have thrown their weight behind former Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, declaring him the ideal candidate to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) into the 2028 general elections.The traders, who describe themselves as dedicated members of the NPP, praised Dr. Adutwum for his humility, strong work ethic, and transformative leadership in the education sector, particularly highlighting his contributions to STEM and TVET education.They believe these qualities make him the party’s best hope for victory in the next election cycle.Addressing journalists on Monday, the group insisted that none of the other contenders matches Dr. Adutwum’s…