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Okyenhene Launches One Student-One Tree Project- Calls For Sustainable Environmental Practices

Okyenhene Launches One Student-One Tree Project- Calls For Sustainable Environmental Practices

Education, Ghana News, Lifestyle & Social, Pent TV
  The Okyenhene Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin has condemned the persistent forest and environmental degradation, stating that its associated climate change is threatening the sustainability of the world’s economy and the survival of mankind.  Addressing a gathering at the launch of the ‘’One Student-One Tree Project’’, an initiative by the Okyenman to commemorate this year’s Green Ghana Day, Okyenhene bemoaned the fast rate at which the forest reserves and the environment are damaged through human illegal activities.   ‘’The trees, the rivers, and the wildlife are not just resources for mere exploitation but treasures that must be cherished and protected for generations to come’’, Okyenhene propounded.  He attributed the impacts of hurricanes on European countr...
Zoomlion Partners GES To Launch ‘’Zero Waste’’ Agenda

Zoomlion Partners GES To Launch ‘’Zero Waste’’ Agenda

Education, Ghana News, Health & Wellbeing, Pent TV
 The Shai-Osudoku District Director of Education, Ms. Harriet Lomotey has called on all stakeholders to put their hands on deck to achieve the ‘’Zero Waste Agenda’’ in the country.   She said it was imperative to deliberate on achieving sustainable waste management through recycling all forms of waste thus ridding the country of filth. Speaking at an event to launch the ‘’Zero Waste Agenda’’ at Dodowa in the Shai-Osudoku District of the Greater Accra Region, Ms. Lomotey indicated that there’s the need for Ghanaians to embrace the "ZERO WASTE" lifestyle which includes the 3Rs that is reduce, reuse, and recycle. ‘’As we move out and come in, we should be intentional in reducing the number of material products we throw away and we should rather incorporate one project ...
‘The Bible Is the Foundation’: OK Lawmakers Urged to Pass Off-Site Bible Program for Public Schools

‘The Bible Is the Foundation’: OK Lawmakers Urged to Pass Off-Site Bible Program for Public Schools

Education, International
A group of national faith leaders is urging the Oklahoma State Legislature to pass a bill that would empower parents in the state with the choice to enroll their children in a Bible education program during public school hours. Troy Miller, President and CEO of National Religious Broadcasters (NRB); Tony Perkins, President of the Family Research Council; Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, President of National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference; and a host of other Christian leaders are advocating for the Oklahoma State Legislature to pass House Bill 1425 which would create clear guidelines for religious release time programs for public school students.  In 1952, the Supreme Court ruled that public school students could be released from school during school hours, to receive religio...
FIG ANNUAL WORKING WEEK 2024: GHANA HOSTS GLOBAL SURVEYORS ON RESILIENT ENVIRONMENTS AND SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

FIG ANNUAL WORKING WEEK 2024: GHANA HOSTS GLOBAL SURVEYORS ON RESILIENT ENVIRONMENTS AND SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Africa News, Education, Ghana News, Headlines Today, International, Pentecost News, World News
The International Federation of Surveyors (FIG), has convened in Ghana for its Annual Working Week under the theme "Your World, Our World: Resilient Environment and Sustainable Resource Management for All." The conference aims to highlight the role of geospatial technologies and innovations in ensuring a resilient environment and sustainable management of natural resources.The opening ceremony, held on May 19, 2024, was graced by the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, along with other diplomatic dignitaries. The FIG global community, representing around 120 countries, saw over 90 countries register for the conference currently taking place at the La Palm Royal Hotel in Accra. The theme "Your World, Our World: Resilient Environment and Sustainabl...
KNUST launches GRASAG Research Fund to support problem-solving initiatives

KNUST launches GRASAG Research Fund to support problem-solving initiatives

Education, Ghana News
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), through the Graduate Students Association of Ghana (GRASAG), has launched the Research Support for Postgraduate Students at the University. The GRASAG Research Fund which happens to be the first of its kind in any Ghanaian University will provide support through research grants for graduate students embarking on research projects. The fund will aid the establishment and operations of a walk-in Research Support Hub where graduate students can find expert assistance with issues regarding their research projects. Professor Rita Akosua Dickson The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is seeking to enhance applied, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary research for the socio-economic development of G...
Nationwide strike: Teachers have failed to comply with labour laws – Fair Wages CEO

Nationwide strike: Teachers have failed to comply with labour laws – Fair Wages CEO

Education, Ghana News
The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has criticised the leadership of teacher unions – Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers-Ghana (CCT-GH) – failing to comply with the country’s labour laws before embarking on strike. The Commission’s Chief Executive, Benjamin Arthur, on JoyNews’ PM Express was disappointed that the industrial action was carried out without prior notice to relevant stakeholders including the FWSC and the National Labour Commission. According to him, the leadership of these unions had not followed the necessary protocols before declaring the strike. Thus, leading to what he termed as an "ambush" and surprise to all involved parties. “The leadership of G...
3 Ghanaian Ph.D. students win AfDB research grant

3 Ghanaian Ph.D. students win AfDB research grant

Education, Ghana News
Three Ghanaian Ph.D. students have received a $35,000 research grant each from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to research on vaccines therapies, and diagnosis to combat emerging infectious diseases. The beneficiaries are the first batch of 20 Ph.D. and MPhil students earmarked to undertake cutting-edge discovery and transnational research as part of the Post Covid-19 Skills Development and Productivity Enhancement Project (PSDPEP). The research grants, which is a component of the $28 million five-year PSDPEP project, will support innovative research using synthetic peptides, monoclonal antibodies, and natural products. The main objective of the project is to contribute to Ghana's sustainable post-COVID-19 recovery in the health sector and support the restoration of livelihood...
Academic City University holds annual Tech Expo

Academic City University holds annual Tech Expo

Education, Ghana News
The Dean of Students and Community Affairs of Academic City University College, Dr Abena Engmann, has called for the establishment of a manufacturing facility that develops locally made, cost effective medical devices for the country and beyond Africa. She said there was the need for government, industry and academia to collaborate and work together to drive innovation in the healthcare sector.  Event She made this known when the Academic City University College hosted its annual Tech Expo to explore the forefront of healthcare technology and delve into the latest technological advancements and groundbreaking ideas within the healthcare domain. The Tech Expo, which is an initiative of Academic City’s Robotics Club and the Technology and Entrepreneurship Centre, reinforced ...
Ghana among top 25 countries sending the highest number of students to the US

Ghana among top 25 countries sending the highest number of students to the US

Education, Ghana News
More than 6,400 Ghanaian students studied in the United States in the 2022-2023 academic year, according to a report published by Open Doors published today, Monday, November 13, 2023. The Open Doors Report is published annually by the Institute of International Education (IIE), analyzing the number of international students in the United States. “U.S. colleges and universities offer world-class educational opportunities and Ghanaian students in the United States are deepening the ties of friendship, family, and business between our countries.  We are so happy to see Ghanaians seeking to learn, develop their skills, and return to Ghana to benefit their communities,” said U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Virginia Palmer. Ghana is now in the top 25 countries worldwide that send the hig...
New York Medical school eliminates tuition after $1bn gift

New York Medical school eliminates tuition after $1bn gift

Education, World News
A New York City medical school will offer students free tuition following a $1bn donation from the 93-year-old widow of a major Wall Street investor. The gift to Albert Einstein College of Medicine came from Dr Ruth Gottesman, a former professor at the Bronx school. It is one of the largest ever donations made to a US school and is the largest ever made to a medical school. The Bronx, New York City's poorest borough, is ranked as the unhealthiest of New York's 62 counties. In a statement, university dean Dr Yaron Yomer said that the "transformational" gift "radically revolutionises our ability to continue attracting students who are committed to our mission, not just those who can afford it". Tuition at the school is nearly $59,000 each year, leaving students with substantia...
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