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In a new study, researchers have found an increased risk of liver cancer and chronic liver disease mortality among women who consume sugar-sweetened beverages on a daily basis. Led by researchers at Harvard-affiliated  Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the observational study included nearly 100,000 postmenopausal women from the Women’s Health Initiative. Participants were followed for a median of more than 20 years. Researchers …

The former President of the Chartered Institute of Taxation Ghana and a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana, Mike Kofi Afflu, has petitioned the Auditor-General to probe the transfer of GH¢52.5 billion into an unknown account in 2020. According to him, in a letter dated October 5, 2020, from the Audit Service to the Managing Director of GCB Bank Plc, the Auditor-General, …

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is hoping to rake in some GH¢400 million from the new gaming tax.  The new tax seeks to charge a 10 percent tax on bets and lotto wins.  A member of the Gaming Committee at the GRA, Spio Abedu said the taxes will be deducted at source.  He explained that “They are the withholding agent …

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu, has gained recognition for his investigative skills and efforts to hold the Ghanaian government accountable. Despite not having an official role in investigating financial misappropriations or corruption cases, Ablakwa has managed to keep the government on its toes through his diligent scrutiny. In recent times, Ablakwa has been involved …

The National Labour Commission (NLC) is expected to meet with the leadership of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) over the latter’s strike. CETAG has been on strike since August 1, following the government’s failure to implement the agreed terms of their conditions of service. Despite the Commission’s repeated calls for the group to suspend the strike, …

Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, a cousin of the president, has responded to his alleged involvement in the controversial Agyapa Deal, which the government abandoned in 2020 due to political opposition and criticism from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). In a tweet dated August 15, 2023, Gabby expressed his thoughts on the matter. He criticized the CSOs that had taken the deal to a …

Students of the Jasikan College of Education in the Oti region have complained bitterly about the unhealthy and insufficient food they are fed with on a daily basis. The students bemoaned the unhealthy food they have been eating since the beginning of the year, citing that the school’s management has been feeding them porridge without the necessary accompaniments, such as …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ayawaso West Wuogon has alleged that the incumbent Member of Parliament for the area, Lydia Seyram Alhassan, is diverting the district assembly’s common fund to finance her political endeavors. According to the NDC, the purpose of the fund, which is intended to address developmental needs within the constituency, is being disregarded. Bismark Aborbi Aryitey, the …

In 2022, Ghana experienced a significant trade imbalance, as highlighted by the inaugural Trade Vulnerability Report published by the Ghana Statistical Service. According to the report, Ghana’s imports surpassed its exports by GH₵‎4.5 billion, underscoring a substantial economic challenge. The most striking contrast emerged in September, during which imports surpassed exports by over GHS4 billion. “In nine out of the 12 …

Henry Quartey, the Greater Accra Regional Minister, has criticized Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in Accra for their inadequate efforts in addressing issues of indiscipline and poor conditions within the city. Quartey’s “Let’s Make Greater Accra Work” initiative was introduced to improve road indiscipline, sanitation, and security in Accra. However, despite his policies and efforts, the city’s conditions …