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Our war is against Hamas for brutally attacking us – Israeli Ambassador to Ghana

Our war is against Hamas for brutally attacking us – Israeli Ambassador to Ghana

Ghana News, World News
The Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, Her Excellency Shlomit Sufa, has indicated that Israel's conflict is squarely with Hamas, a terrorist organisation in Gaza. Speaking on JoyNews' PM Express on Wednesday, she emphasised that Israel's fight is not with the Palestinian civilian population or Muslims. In her view, Israel's actions are aimed at countering a "terror entity" that is responsible for reigning violence and terror in their country. "Hamas is a terrorist organisation that is working on the parameters and the ideology of ISIS. Our war is not with the civilian population, our war is not with the Palestinians, our war is not against Muslims, and our war is against a terror entity that has brutally and savagely killed whomever they could find along the way on October 7,"...
Israeli Ambassador to Ghana visits Cedar Mountain Chapel to seek prayers and support amid Hamas attack

Israeli Ambassador to Ghana visits Cedar Mountain Chapel to seek prayers and support amid Hamas attack

Ghana News, World News
The Israeli Ambassador to Ghana H.E Shlomit Sufa, has visited the Cedar Mountain Chapel, East Legon to worship and seek prayer for the nation of Israel and further explain current happenings in the country to the General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God-Ghana, Rev. Stephen Wengam. The Ambassador appealed for prayer and diverse support for her nation and condemned in no uncertain terms the attack on Israel by Hamas. She also called for the unconditional release of the individuals held hostage. The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God-Ghana and Lead Pastor of Cedar Mountain Chapel on his part, extended the sympathies of the church to the nation of Israel. He further quoted Psalm 122:6-8 and explained that the Bible enjoins Christians to support and pray for the ...
Remove COVID-19 and Special Import Levies from 2024 Budget – GUTA

Remove COVID-19 and Special Import Levies from 2024 Budget – GUTA

Ghana News
The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), has called for the removal of the COVID-19 Levy and the Special Import Levy in the 2024 budget. The President of GUTA, Dr. Joseph Obeng explained that when the cost of doing business is low, productivity will increase and the government will be able to collect more of its desired revenue. "We are talking about the 1% COVID-19 levy to be removed. We also talk about the special import levy of 2% that has been imposed on us since the previous administration, we also are talking about the VAT, the complex nature of VAT,” he said. The COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy was introduced by the government in 2021 as a stand-alone levy applied to the gross value of taxable supplies of goods and services provided under the Standard Rate and...
Sanitation Minister blames Akosombo Dam flood victims for not heeding warnings to evacuate

Sanitation Minister blames Akosombo Dam flood victims for not heeding warnings to evacuate

Ghana News
The Sanitation and Water Resources Minister, Freda Prempeh has blamed victims of the floods induced by the spillage of the Akosombo Dam for not heeding early warnings by the Volta River Authority and other state agencies to evacuate. The Minister said the victims refused to relocate until the unfortunate incident happened, making them a burden to the government. According to her, the government now has to spend limited resources to ensure relief items are provided for them. “We don’t want what has happened in Akosombo to happen to us in Accra. The Akosombo spillage, even though VRA, NADMO, and the Water Resource Commission came together to educate the people in the community, did a simulation exercise at Mepe, yet they refused to leave, they didn’t want to be evacuated, they staye...
Collapse Cocobod; allow farmers to sell directly to buyers – President of Cocoa farmers Assoc.

Collapse Cocobod; allow farmers to sell directly to buyers – President of Cocoa farmers Assoc.

Ghana News
The President of the Concerned Cocoa Farmers Association, Nana Boateng Bonsu, has called for the dissolution of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). According to him, the time is ripe for cocoa farmers to sell their produce directly to buyers since Cocobod has failed in its duties in the interest of Ghanaian cocoa farmers. Mr Bonsu in an interview on JoyNews’ PM Express on Monday indicated that the government-controlled institution that fixes the buying price for cocoa in the country is inefficient, thus, farmers should be set free. “If they know Cocobod has collapsed, we should know so that cocoa farmers can sell their products directly to the buyer to make our money rather than relying on the government because the government has nothing better to offer the farmers,” he sa...
Poisoned for Gold: Ten major rivers in Ghana polluted with heavy metals – Test reveals

Poisoned for Gold: Ten major rivers in Ghana polluted with heavy metals – Test reveals

Ghana News, Health & Wellbeing
Tests conducted on ten major rivers across the country have revealed high levels of dangerous heavy metals. The Oda, Ankobra, Tano, Offin and six others presented dangerous levels of Lead, Arsenic, Chromium and Cadmium. Scientists say swimming or using these waters for farming presents a major health risk. Almost all major rivers and streams across the country are highly polluted by irresponsible mining.https://cdn.vuukle.com/widgets/quiz.html?version=1.11.9Advertisement In Erastus Asare Donkor's latest documentary titled ‘poisoned for gold' he sheds light on how illegal miners also use mercury to collect gold, exposing residents to danger. Watch the full documentary, "Poisoned for Gold."https://www.youtube.com/embed/wrhPscbb_Cc?si=aLYFPEMGTHp2vyQo Source: myjoyonline.com...
NSMQ: Achimota School, Opoku Ware, PRESEC Legon are the 2023 finalists

NSMQ: Achimota School, Opoku Ware, PRESEC Legon are the 2023 finalists

Education, Ghana News
On Thursday, October 19th, avid fans of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) were treated to a thrilling spectacle featuring three nail-biting contests, involving nine schools. In these high-stakes showdowns, three schools emerged victorious and secured their spots in the highly anticipated 2023 finals.  They are the seven-time champions, Presbyterian Boys SHS, the two-time titleholders Achimota School, and the equally illustrious two-time champions, Opoku Ware. Achimota School faced an intense trial in a challenging showdown against formidable opponents Wesley Girls and St Louis SHS during the Thursday morning clash. https://cdn.vuukle.com/widgets/quiz.html?version=1.11.9Advertisement In a gripping battle, Achimota School emerged triumphant with a commanding 41...
Apostle Nyamekye Charges Ministers To Win Cities For Christ

Apostle Nyamekye Charges Ministers To Win Cities For Christ

Ghana News, Pentecost News
The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has challenged Ministers of the Gospel to focus on winning the cities for Christ, since urban centres are the hub of influence and culture. He made this call when he delivered a sermon at the annual prayer meeting of ministers and wives of The Church of Pentecost in the Greater Accra Region held at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Atomic, on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Some retired ministers of the church and other Executive Council members also graced the event. Speaking on the topic, “Winning The City,” Apostle Nyamekye explained that most of the cities mentioned in the Bible, such as Antioch, Ephesus, and Corinth, were strategic places for Paul’s missionary work.  He said that Paul underst...
Break Camp And Advance – GeneralSecretary Urges Christians

Break Camp And Advance – GeneralSecretary Urges Christians

Ghana News, Pentecost News
The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has emphasised the need for Christians to break camp and advance in their spiritual journey.  Speaking at the Messianic Conference 2023 at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Kokomlemle, Accra, on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, Apostle Obuobi drew some lessons from Deuteronomy 1:8 and guided the congregation through a compelling discourse on embracing progress in their faith. Reflecting on the historical context of the Israelites as the Church in the Wilderness, Apostle Obuobi emphasised that the wilderness was merely a transitional phase, not their final destination. He urged Christians to draw parallels with the New Testament church, which sometimes becomes stagnant in its spiritual grow...
Volta floods: Will the spillage end soon?

Volta floods: Will the spillage end soon?

Ghana News, Lifestyle & Social
The Volta floods have become a nationwide catastrophe, displacing over 26,000 people due to the decision by the Volta River Authority (VRA), to release excess water from the Akosombo and Kpong dams. Intense rainfall has caused a massive influx of water into these dams. Areas near the Bui dam, sourced from the Black Volta, have also been severely affected. Nine districts along the river and downstream of the lake have all been impacted. Seven districts downstream, including Tongu areas, Asuogyaman, Anlo, and Ada East, have witnessed significant flooding. Mepe, a town in the North Tongu district, has been submerged, forcing its residents to evacuate. Watch full analysis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbF2nP4QGqc The last time such a disaster happened as a result of the spil...
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