Quick Summary: Alan Kyerematen, leader of the Movement for Change, asserts his widespread recognition across Ghana surpasses that of NPP's Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and NDC's John Dramani Mahama. He emphasizes his extensive political involvement and believes he is destined to be Ghana's next president. Full Article: The founder and leader of the Movement for Change, Alan Kyerematen, has confidently stated that he is more widely recognized across Ghana than the flagbearers of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Kyerematen claims that his reach and familiarity with the people exceed those of his two closest rivals, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and former President John Dramani Mahama. He insists there is no village in Ghana where his name or face is not known. “There is no village in Ghana where Alan will not be recognized either by face or by my name, and none of the two candidates [Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and John Dramani Mahama] have th...

Quick Summary: Ghana's Electoral Commission (EC) will allow students to transfer their votes to their campus locations for the upcoming general elections on December 7. The transfer process is scheduled for July 3-5, 2024. Daniel Oppong Kyeremeh, NUGS President, commended the EC's decision and urged students to participate. He also highlighted ongoing efforts to address stipend delays for Ghanaian students abroad. Full article Ghana's Electoral Commission (EC) has decided to permit students to transfer their votes from their original registration locations to their campus locations. This decision aims to facilitate student participation in the upcoming general elections on December 7. The EC has scheduled the vote transfer process to take place from Wednesday, July 3 to Friday, July 5, 2024, on school campuses throughout Ghana. In a media briefing, Daniel Oppong Kyeremeh, President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), praised the EC for enabling vote transfers an...

Immigrating to Canada as a medical professional has become a promising pathway for doctors seeking new opportunities and a higher quality of life. Canada's Express Entry system, tailored for skilled workers, offers a streamlined process for obtaining permanent residency (PR). For doctors, this involves meeting specific educational and professional criteria, demonstrating language proficiency, and navigating a series of procedural steps to ensure their credentials are recognized. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the Express Entry process for doctors, covering essential costs, required documents, and the likelihood of practicing medicine upon arrival in Canada. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a recent graduate, understanding these key elements will help you embark on your journey to Canada with confidence and clarity. Preliminary Requirements Before Receiving an Invitation: 1. IELTS ( General Training ): • Cost: GHC 3,200-3,400 or equivalent ...

Students at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology find themselves stranded on campus as the first day of the nationwide strike by the Tertiary Education Workers Union of Ghana (TEWU-Ghana) unfolds. The indefinite strike was initiated in response to the government's alleged failure to disburse extra-duty and car maintenance allowances, as well as Tier-2 pension funds, among other grievances. Sulemana Abdul-Rahman, the National President of TEWU-Ghana, emphasized the establishment of task forces on university campuses to ensure the comprehensive adherence of their 10,000-plus members to the strike. Speaking to JoyNews, Abdul-Rahman underscored the role of local leaders in enforcing the strike and expressed confidence in the unwavering commitment of union members to press their demands. The impact of the TEWU-Ghana strike is already evident at KNUST, where students face restrictions accessing crucial facilities such as the library and lecture halls, both of which rema...

An Accra Circuit Court has told that ex-Black Stars player, Prince Tagoe, reimburse the funds involved in an auto fraud case at a rate of GH₵10 per dollar. So far, Tagoe has reimbursed $21,000 of the total amount, with a remainder of $19,000. However, Tagoe argued that he should be allowed to repay the sum based on the 2021 dollar rate. This was contested by the prosecution, led by Detective Chief Inspector Agartha Abena Asantewa, because the original funds were given to Tagoe in dollars. The prosecution also clarified that they had set the exchange rate at GH₵10 per dollar, even though this did not align with the prevailing foreign exchange market rates. Tagoe stands accused of defrauding the Black Stars' Assistant Coach, George Boateng, out of $40,000. This was allegedly done under the pretence of importing a Lexus sports utility vehicle for Boateng. Despite being charged with defrauding by false pretences, Tagoe denies the allegations, but has made repayments totalling GH¢161,00...

Dr. Steve Kyeremeh Atuahene, the head of the Ghana AIDS Commission, has attributed the escalating HIV rates among individuals between the ages of 15 and 24 to irresponsible and unprotected sexual conduct.  In an interview with JoyNews, Dr Atuahene elucidated that a significant number of youth are contracting the infection due to their involvement in hazardous activities, with little regard for their well-being. He referenced statistics indicating a 45% surge in new HIV cases among individuals aged 15 to 24 between the years 2010 and 2016.  Dr. Atuahene noted that despite extensive awareness campaigns, the youth frequently fail to adopt protective measures, such as condom use. This is consistent with results from the 2014 Demographic and Health Survey, which pointed out a high prevalence of unprotected sex and inadequate HIV prevention knowledge among young people.  Dr. Atuahene's comments come in the wake of a recent survey that disclosed over 45,000 HIV-positive youths i...

 The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Joseph Osei-Owusu, has joined calls for Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's running mate in the 2024 election to be selected from the Ashanti Region. This follows intense jostling among some New Patriotic Party MPs over who will partner with the newly elected flag-bearer.  Names floated so far include Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Energy Minister and Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, First Deputy Speaker Joseph Osei-Owusu, and Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum. In an interview, Osei-Owusu confirmed the widespread agreement that Bawumia's running mate should hail from Ashanti, arguing it is key to the party's chances of winning in 2024.   "It is generally agreed in the party that if Bawumia wins, his running mate should come from the Ashanti region," he said. Osei-Owusu believes the ideal candidate should have integrity and command respect in and outside the party to complement Bawumia. Though he says the current ...