16 h. ago ‘She could have died’: Doctor’s gut feeling saves young girl after bias nearly cost her life

A young girl who walked into an emergency room in Ghana’s Eastern Region with severe pain could have lost her life, but for the persistence and intuition of one doctor who refused to make assumptions.

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18 h. ago Fuel price hike vindicate warnings over controversial levy – Minority

The Minority in Parliament says they have been vindicated following a nearly 10 per cent increase in fuel prices after the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government implemented a new GH¢1 tax on every litre of petrol and diesel.

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18 h. ago Fuel price hike vindicates warnings over controversial levy – Minority

The Minority in Parliament says they have been vindicated following a nearly 10 per cent increase in fuel prices after the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government implemented a new GH¢1 tax on every litre of petrol and diesel.

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24 h. ago Rethinking Everyday Choices: Cutting Back on Processed Meats, Sugary Drinks, Trans Fats – and Reading Food Labels

In today's fast-paced world, reaching for a pie, sausage roll or sipping a chilled fizzy drink may feel like a convenient treat. But when these habits become part of our everyday diets, they quietly increase our risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and even certain cancers. According to the World Health Organization, non-communicable diseases many of which are diet-related account for over 70% of deaths globally. This makes it more important than ever to rethink the foods we regularly consume. In this article, we take a closer look at three common foods that deserve less space on your plate and why reducing them could make a big difference for your health, and how you can identify them.

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25 h. ago Implementation of GH₵1 fuel levy pushes prices of petroleum products up  

The implementation of the one cedi fuel levy which commenced today July 16, 2025 has pushed prices of petroleum products up at some pump stations.   Some Oil marketing Companies told JOYBUSINESS they have no option but to pass on the cost to consumers. The Chief Executive of the Chamber Oil Marketing Companies Dr. Riverson […]

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26 h. ago Fuel prices up: petrol going for GH₵12.88, diesel GH₵14.88 a litre

Some Oil Marketing Companies have started increasing prices of petroleum products at the pumps from today July 16, 2025. Major player, GOIL is selling a litre of petrol for GH₵12.88 from its old price of GH₵12.07. Diesel has gone up from GH₵13.20 to GH₵14.38. Market Leader Star Oil has also increased its prices, selling a […]

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26 h. ago Fuel prices up: Petrol going for GH₵12.88, diesel GH₵14.38 a litre

Some oil marketing companies have started increasing the prices of petroleum products at the pumps from today, July 16, 2025. Major player, GOIL is selling a litre of petrol for GH₵12.88 from its old price of GH₵12.07. Diesel has gone up from GH₵13.20 to GH₵14.38. Market Leader Star Oil has also increased its prices, selling […]

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28 h. ago Cedi confidence and the cost of complacency: What the BoG Governor’s speech reveals

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Pandit Johnson Asiama's speech at the Graphic Business Breakfast Meeting on Tuesday, July 15, on the theme “Sustaining Forex Gains: Business and Economic Impact”, offers a timely and comprehensive assessment of Ghana’s evolving macroeconomic environment.

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29 h. ago Mahama’s fuel ban could deliver 81 maternity clinics, 121 schools and 303 CHPS compounds – Dr Khalid 

President John Mahama’s decision to scrap fuel allowances for political appointees could save Ghana over GH¢121 million in four years.

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30 h. ago Fuel allowance scrapped: Gov’t, on average, will save over GH¢121m in 4 years – Dr Sharif Khalid

President John Mahama’s decision to cancel fuel allowances for all political appointees could save the country more than GH¢121 million over the next four years.

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40 h. ago Ghanaian AI startup Fornix Labs pilots tool to support workload of doctors

A Ghanaian health-tech company, Fornix Labs, has introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool aimed at easing the workload of doctors across the country.

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43 h. ago 3 Key areas where scrapped fuel allowance money will be invested

The government has outlined key sectors where funds saved from the recently scrapped free fuel allocation for political appointees will be reinvested. Speaking on JoyFM on Tuesday, July 15, Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim detailed the administration’s commitment to channelling these savings into critical social and development programmes, reinforcing President Mahama’s “reform and reset agenda”. […]

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44 h. ago Ablekuma North rerun: Hawa Koomson admits using pepper spray in self

Former Awutu‑Senya East MP, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has broken her silence after deploying pepper spray during the tumultuous Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun last Friday, 11 July, stating her actions were a protective measure amid a life-threatening situation. The election day descended into disorder at the St Peter’s Methodist Church polling station, following reports of unidentified men overpowering […]

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46 h. ago Delta named No. 1 American Red Cross corporate blood drive sponsor for eighth consecutive year 

Delta’s steadfast commitment to life-giving blood drives made the airline the No. 1 corporate blood drive sponsor of the American Red Cross for the eighth consecutive year, with employees, retirees and customers contributing a record 16,178 units of blood in fiscal year 2025 (FYE 6/30).     Giving blood is essential, and the need remains high as blood supply is […]

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50 h. ago Essikado MP cautions: Environments that silence dissent kill growth

Essikado-Ketan MP, Prof Dr Grace Ayensu Danquah, has called for a more respectful and open political environment, warning that any space where people feel unsafe to disagree is not about growth, but about control. Her remarks come in the wake of controversial comments made by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who questioned her recent nomination as […]

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57 h. ago Nigeria’s former leader Buhari to be buried on Tuesday, official says

Nigeria's late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died in a London clinic on Sunday aged 82, will be buried in his northern home state of Katsina on Tuesday, the state governor said.

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65 h. ago Okada rider dies after alleged assault by galamsey taskforce at Amenam

A 29-year-old okada rider, identified as Kwasi Isaac, has reportedly died after being brutally assaulted by members of an illegal mining (galamsey) taskforce at Akyem Amenam near New Abirem in the Birim North Municipality of the Eastern Region.

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67 h. ago Nigeria declares public holiday to honour former leader who died aged 82

Nigeria's government has declared Tuesday a public holiday to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died aged 82, in a London clinic on Sunday after battling ill health for years.

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69 h. ago Gov’t moves to improve prison welfare, increases feeding allocation for inmates – Muntaka

The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has announced sweeping reforms within the Ghana Prisons Service aimed at improving inmate welfare, enhancing nutrition, and equipping prisoners with employable skills for life after incarceration. Speaking at the first session of the Government Accountability Series, Mr Mubarak highlighted the urgent need to tackle the long-standing challenges […]

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3 d. ago Atta Mills Memorial Heritage unveils activities to mark 13th anniversary of late president’s passing

The John Evans Atta Mills Memorial Heritage has announced a series of events to commemorate the 13th anniversary of the passing of the late former President, Professor John Evans Fiifi Atta Mills. At a press briefing in Accra, the Heritage outlined a three-day programme designed to honour the life, leadership, and legacy of the former […]

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