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Breakdown of Ghana passport fees: What you need to pay

The recent unannounced visit by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, to the Passport Office in Accra has brought attention to the issue of overpricing and corruption in the passport acquisition process. The minister expressed her dismay at the extortion of unsuspecting applicants and took action by sacking staff members involved in corrupt practices. The minister …

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Illegal miners shoot Forestry Commission staff in head and back

The incident involving the shooting of John Baba Konlan, a member of the Rapid Response Unit (RRU) of the Forestry Commission (FC), highlights the dangers and challenges faced by those tasked with combating illegal mining and logging activities in forest reserves. According to reports, the RRU and Forest Guards were investigating illegal mining activities within the Cape 3 Points Forest Reserve in …

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Hepatitis can be fatal, safeguard your liver, warns GHS

Hepatitis, a medical condition characterized by liver inflammation, is a serious health concern with diverse modes of transmission and potential life-threatening consequences. The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, emphasizes the importance of early detection, treatment, and prevention to mitigate the impact of hepatitis on public health and individual well-being. Here are the key points highlighted …

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