HSWU AT 80: Workers Demand Improved Conditions Of Service. AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS by panafricantv - September 5, 2024September 5, 20240 𝚂𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚢 𝚋𝚢 𝙸𝚟𝚢 𝙰𝚋𝚎𝚗𝚊 𝙳𝚎𝚍𝚎 𝙽𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚒 𝚃𝚎𝚢𝚎 𝟻/𝟿/𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺 The Health Services Workers Union (HSWU) of Trades Union Congress have celebrated its 80th anniversary under the Theme: Achieving Universal Health Coverage:The Role of the Health Worker."The event held at Mensvic Grand Hotel marks the Union's significant role in healthcare delivery since its inception in 1944. The celebration event held at the Mensvic Grand Hotel, sought to recognise the achievements of the Union and the outstanding care provided by its staff since its creation. It also provided the chance to reflect on the Union's important historical links to the Trades Union Congress and the vital contribution it has made in caring for its members. General Secretary of the Trades Union Congress' Health Services Workers Union Franklin
Electoral Commission cannot be trusted; it is an extension of the New Patriotic Party-Dr. Ramzi Inusah AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - September 5, 2024September 5, 20240 By: Justice Appiah Member of the communications team of the Movement for Change, Dr. Ramzi Inusah has said the Electoral Commission cannot be trusted as a referee in the upcoming polls. According to him, the Electoral Commission is made up of former members of the ruling New Patriotic Party; a situation that seeks to compromise the integrity of the December 7, 2024 election. “I would not want to mention names but they should go and check, that some members of the EC were TESCON patrons on campuses. This is an EC that declared multiple results during the 2020 elections and had to retract and correct their figures.” “Just in the limited voter registration exercise, we saw a lot of issues with the registration process
‘Oral” brigade picket at Finance Ministry over allegations of financial mismanagement LOCAL by panafricantv - September 5, 2024September 5, 20240 BY: DANIEL OTU ASANTE 05-09-2024 A confrontation erupted on Wednesday 4th September 2024, at the Ministry of Finance as the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Brigade, a youth group affiliated with the main opposition National Democratic Congress, clashed with security personnel. The ORAL Brigade gathered at the Finance Ministry to protest alleged financial mismanagement under the Akufo-Addo-led Government. The ORAL Brigade, predominantly made up of NDC’s youth wing members, staged the protest to demand accountability and transparency from the Akufo-Addo led administration. According to the group, government has engaged in significant financial irregularities, prompting them to intensify their calls for scrutiny in recent weeks. At the center of the protest is the controversial USD 34.9 million Ambulance Spare Parts deal, which
Members Of Parliament React To Omission Of Speaker,CJ From Official Granted Permission To Use Police Motocades. LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 5, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: Gregory Pilkington Amoah 4/9/2024 Member of Parliament for Tamale South Haruna Idrissu has kicked against the omission of key officials of state such as the Speaker of Parliament and the Chief Justice from the class of persons who can use motorcades as stipulated in the Road Traffic Amendment regulations to be layed before the subsidiary legislation committee of Parliament. Addressing Parliament, the former Minority leader stressed on the importance of these officers having access to motorcades due to the exception al nature of their mandate hence called for the instrument to be amended accordingly. He raised the concern when the Road Traffic Amendment Regulations 2024 was presented in Parliament to be layed before the Subsidiary legislation committee for the constitutionally required 21-Parliamentary sitting
‘Oral” Brigade Picket At Finance Ministry Over Allegations Of Financial Mismanagement LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 5, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: DANIEL OTU ASANTE 05-09-2024 A confrontation erupted on Wednesday 4th September 2024, at the Ministry of Finance as the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Brigade, a youth group affiliated with the main opposition National Democratic Congress, clashed with security personnel. The ORAL Brigade gathered at the Finance Ministry to protest alleged financial mismanagement under the Akufo-Addo-led Government. The ORAL Brigade, predominantly made up of NDC’s youth wing members, staged the protest to demand accountability and transparency from the Akufo-Addo led administration. According to the group, government has engaged in significant financial irregularities, prompting them to intensify their calls for scrutiny in recent weeks. At the center of the protest is the controversial USD 34.9 million Ambulance Spare Parts deal, which the
Residents Express Displeasure Over Installation Of Smart Metres AFRICA NEWS LOCAL by George Vineh Yawson - September 4, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: DANIEL OTU ASANTE 03-09-2024 A growing number of residents across various communities in Ghana have voiced their dissatisfaction with the Electricity Company of Ghana's recent decision to replace faulty and old meters with new ones. The initiative, which forms part of efforts to boost revenue mobilization, has sparked controversy among the citizenry. The smart meters, which the ECG claims are designed to improve accuracy in billing and allow for more efficient monitoring of electricity usage, have been met with skepticism and frustration. Many residents argue that the switch to smart meters was implemented without sufficient consultation or consideration of their concerns. A resident and cold store operator at Kaneshie, Nana Kwame expressed his frustration, stating that "the smart meters are supposed to
Alan Kyerematen Launches Zumunta: The Muslim Wing Of The Movement For Change. LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 3, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: DANIEL OTU ASANTE 02-09-2024 Independent Presidential aspirant, Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen has launched an initiative aimed at uniting all Muslim communities in Ghana. Dubbed ‘ZUMUNTA’ for Alan, the move is a key component of his campaign strategy to consolidate support within the Muslim population and enhance his visibility and chances of winning the upcoming elections. The word ‘ZUMUNTA’ which means “unity” is an initiative by the Movement for Change which seeks to address specific concerns of the Muslim community, provide a unified platform for their voices, and boost their political engagement. Speaking at the launch of the initiative, Mr. Kyerematen emphasized the importance of unity and collective action. “Today, we embark on a new chapter of solidarity and progress. ZUMUNTA is not just
Global Cooperation Necessary To Trace Assets Of Criminals – AG Tells Cambridge LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 29, 20240 02/09/24 Story by George Yawson Vineh The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has called on top global actors in the fight against cross-border economic and financial crimes to step up cooperation efforts in order to root out the growing global phenomenon. Speaking at the event, which draws leading figures on fighting economic crime from around the world, Mr. Dame called on top global actors in the fight against cross-border economic and financial crimes to step up cooperation in order to root out the growing global phenomenon. With global trends pointing to the fact that organised financial and economic crimes are on the increase, Godfred Dame noted that the end game of prosecution of crime is to identify and trace the
Mintah Akandoh Stopped From Inspecting Faulty Elevators At Department Of Surgery, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. LOCAL NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 29, 20240 By: Gregory Pilkington Amoah(02-09-2024) It was announced in August that the Department of Surgery at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital was indefinitely suspending elective surgeries indefinitely due to faulty elevators at the department, with an exception given to emergency cases. In light of this worrying development, Ranking Member on the Health Committee of Parliament Kwabena Mintah Akandoh paid a surprise visit to assess the worrying situation. However, upon his visit to the facility, officials of the department sought to preclude him on account that he had not sought official permission almost leading to an altercation. Dr Adu Aryee, a surgeon at the facility questioned the Ranking Member’s identity and authority to conduct the visit without prior notice. He is heard on tape quizzing;“I don’t know
The Government Must Work Extra Harder To Boost The Economy- Residents Of Abelemkpe. AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 28, 20240 By: Daniel Kwabena Asare Some residents of Abelemkpe have reacted negatively to the downturn in economic conditions. According to them, the hike in prices of commodities has impacted negatively on economy. They further urged the government to lay down pragmatic measures that will help boost Ghana’s economy rather than seeking financial assistance from the World Bank and International Monetary Fund. Agriculture is crucial to Ghana's foreign exchange earnings and overall economic well-being. Through the Feed the Future initiative, USAID helps Ghana achieve self-reliance by enhancing agricultural productivity and profitability, strengthening competitive market systems, increasing access to finance, promoting resilience, optimizing economic inclusion, advancing leadership, and improving nutrition. Ghana’s economy, described by the World Bank in 2019 as the world’s fastest-growing economy, has recently slowed