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National Cathedral Secretariat labels Duncan-Williams, Eastwood Anaba’s ‘no audit’ claim as false

National Cathedral Secretariat labels Duncan-Williams, Eastwood Anaba’s ‘no audit’ claim as false

Ghana News
The National Cathedral Project Secretariat has challenged the assertion of a lack of 'needed audit' by Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, and Rev. Eastwood Anaba, as their stated grounds for resigning from the Board of Trustees overseeing the construction of the National Cathedral. Executive Director of the National Cathedral Secretariat, Dr. Paul Opoku-Mensah, contested the basis for the clergymen's recent resignation, stating that their grounds for departure are flawed. On October 12, 2023, the prominent clergymen - Archbishop Duncan-Williams, founder of the United Denominations of Action Chapel Churches Worldwide, and Rev. Anaba, President of Eastwood Anaba Ministries - tendered a joint resignation from the Board of Trustees, citing the government's failure to appoint an indepen...
Atlantic Lifesciences and Vins Bioproducts sign MoU to produce anti-snake venom in Ghana

Atlantic Lifesciences and Vins Bioproducts sign MoU to produce anti-snake venom in Ghana

Ghana News, World News
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between Atlantic Lifesciences, a Ghanaian company, and Vins Bioproducts, an Indian firm to produce anti-snake venom locally, to save the lives of people who are bitten by snakes, sometimes leading to deaths due to the lack of life-saving vaccines. The signing of the agreement for Vins Bioproducts to supply bulk quantities of anti-snake venom for the commencement of the fill and finish production of the serum in Ghana, will reduce the burden on government to continuously import the product into the country. This Anti-snake venom once produced by Atlantic Lifesciences will have the ability to neutralise the effect of venoms from over 19 different species of snakes. Due to its polyvalent nature, they are ideal for cases where th...
Israel’s borders explained in maps

Israel’s borders explained in maps

International, World News
More than 75 years after Israel declared statehood, its borders are yet to be entirely settled. Wars, treaties and occupation mean the shape of the Jewish state has changed over time, and in parts is still undefined. Here is a series of maps explaining why. The land which would become Israel was for centuries part of the Turkish-ruled Ottoman Empire. After World War One and the collapse of the empire, territory known as Palestine - the portion of which west of the River Jordan was also known as the land of Israel by Jews - was marked out and assigned to Britain to administer by the victorious allied powers (soon after endorsed by the League of Nations). The terms of the mandate entrusted Britain with establishing in Palestine "a national home for the Jewish people", so long as do...
Akosombo Dam floods: GNAT backs calls for ‘state of emergency’ declaration

Akosombo Dam floods: GNAT backs calls for ‘state of emergency’ declaration

Ghana News, Lifestyle & Social
The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) is backing calls for President Akufo-Addo to declare a state of emergency in areas ravaged by floods from the spillage of the Akosombo Dam. According to the Association, the situation meets the circumstances under which a state of emergency could be declared.  It said when that is done, it will guarantee the supply of essential goods and services to the affected victims. “The Ghana National Association of Teachers, GNAT, equally backs the call for a state of emergency to be declared in the affected areas, since the circumstances under which a state of emergency could be declared, whether natural or man-made disasters is being experienced currently which is not only threatening the very existence of the people but also deprivin...
Ghana abstains from vote as UN Security Council rejects Russian resolution on Gaza war

Ghana abstains from vote as UN Security Council rejects Russian resolution on Gaza war

Ghana News, World News
In a crucial session at the United Nations Security Council on Monday night, Ghana abstained from voting on a resolution proposed by Russia concerning the conflict in Gaza. The resolution, put forth by Russia, called for a humanitarian ceasefire, the release of hostages, aid access, and the safe evacuation of civilians in the war-torn region. Out of the Council's 15 members, the Russian-led draft received five votes in favour (China, Gabon, Mozambique, Russia, and the United Arab Emirates) and four against (France, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States). Notably, Ghana was the sole African country to abstain, while Gabon and Mozambique voted in favour. Other abstentions included: Albania, Brazil, Ecuador, Malta, and Switzerland. For a resolution to be adopted, it requir...
NSMQ 2023: Presec wins tense quarter-final contest against Accra Academy, GSTS

NSMQ 2023: Presec wins tense quarter-final contest against Accra Academy, GSTS

Education, Ghana News
Before the climactic quarter-final contest of the 2023 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), Presec Legon's supporters were confident they would secure the last semi-final slot with ease.  However, Tuesday night witnessed a fierce clash of intellect and knowledge, challenging their expectations, as they faced formidable opposition from Accra Academy and G.S.T.S. Round one of the competition unfolded in an atmosphere overflowing with anticipation and excitement. Presec Legon emerged from the first round with 28 points, maintaining a slight lead, while Accra Academy closely followed with 26 points. On the other hand, G.S.T.S accumulated 11 points. Accra Academy displayed their determination, refusing to concede defeat easily in the second round. Despite their strong eff...
The Church of Pentecost Introduces New ERP System, Trains Key Officers

The Church of Pentecost Introduces New ERP System, Trains Key Officers

Ghana News, Pentecost News
The Information Management Department of The Church of Pentecost Headquarters, in collaboration with the Finance Department, has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative to uplift its operational efficiency by introducing a state-of-the-art Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system called PentERP.  The church recently organised a comprehensive IT training programme for key personnel to acquaint them with the nuances of the new platform. Purpose of the Training: According to the IT Manager of the church, Pastor Paul Odai Laryea, the core objective behind the training was to ensure smooth integration of the ERP system across all 78 administrative Areas of the church.  He said that by equipping Area Accountants, Area Deacons, and Area IT team members with the requisite kn...
BBC correspondents answer your questions on the conflict between Israel and Hamas

BBC correspondents answer your questions on the conflict between Israel and Hamas

International
The world is still reeling from the unprecedent assault by Hamas gunmen on 7 October, and the subsequent retaliatory strikes by Israel and expected land invasion into the Gaza Strip. We have received hundreds of your questions about the conflict, its impact and where it may end, with many people asking if other countries will get involved in the war. Our correspondents, many currently in the region, have answered some of the most frequently asked questions below. Could this lead to World War Three? Image caption,The US moved the world's largest aircraft carrier, the Gerald R Ford, closer to Israel Craig Johnson in Skelmersdale, UK asks: If Iran gets directly involved in the conflict, would that prompt the US and its allies to directly join the war? And could this lead to...
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