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WESTERN

Cholera Outbreak in Western Region Claims 14 Lives, Over 800 Cases Reported.

A cholera outbreak in Ghana's Western Region has claimed 14 lives and led to over 800 suspected cases, as hospitals struggle to cope with overcrowding and limited resources. Reports indicate that daily new infections exceed 60, with both public and private health facilities receiving 15–20 cases daily.The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has deployed a team to monitor the outbreak and enhance emergency healthcare support. Hospitals have converted waiting areas into treatment spaces, underscoring the urgency of the situation. In response, a vaccination campaign targeting high-risk areas like Sekondi-Takoradi and Ahanta West is set to commence on December 14.Authorities have also ordered food vendors, particularly those selling vegetables, to halt operations after investigations revealed that 96% of infections stemmed from contaminated food. Sanitation inspections are ongoing to curb the spread of the disease.

Edem 4Style December 14, 2024

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EASTERN

NDC Candidate Seeks Fresh Election After Alleged Pink Sheet Destruction in Nsawam Adoagyiri.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Nsawam Adoagyiri, Amenorpe Philbert Fummey, has taken legal action against the Electoral Commission (EC) after claiming the results in his constituency were compromised by the destruction of vital election documents. Fummey has filed a suit at the Accra High Court, requesting a fresh election and alleging that the EC used invalid pink sheets to collate results for the constituency.Fummey argues that members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) attacked the collation center, destroying some pink sheets. At the time, Fummey’s team had processed 118 out of 203 sheets, but after the attack, only 137 sheets were retrieved, leaving the EC in possession of only 80% of the documents. Despite this, the EC continued with the collation process, prompting Fummey to demand that the election results be declared invalid.Fummey’s legal team has also […]

Edem 4Style December 13, 2024

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Ahafo

Chamber Pots Gradually Disappearing from Ghanaian Markets.

Chamber pots, traditionally known as "kuraba" in Twi, are becoming increasingly scarce in Ghana due to a lack of raw materials for production. Vendors in markets like Kumasi, Accra, and Sunyani report that local manufacturers have shifted to producing six-liter black plastic buckets as alternatives.Customers, especially caregivers of the elderly and bedridden, express dissatisfaction with these substitutes, citing discomfort and impracticality. Local producers like Mamba Plast, which once manufactured the old-style chamber pots, have ceased operations, leaving a gap in the market.The few remaining small-sized chamber pots are mainly produced for infants. Vendors lament the decline in availability, with many still receiving requests for the durable, old-fashioned models.This trend reflects a changing consumer landscape, but also highlights the need for innovative solutions to cater to specific community needs.

Edem 4Style December 4, 2024

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OTI

Mystery Surrounds Disappearance of Farm Hand in Adumadum, Oti Region.

A troubling incident has occurred in the farming community of Adumadum in the Krachi East Municipality, where a farmer, Yaw-Pani Kwadwo, returned from a farm visit six days ago without his 23-year-old farm hand, Kwame Amela.Amela's mother, Madam Ama Abakoni, explained that her son was invited by Kwadwo's wife to accompany her husband to the farm. However, after the duo failed to return the following day, she grew concerned and sought information from Kwadwo’s wife, who confirmed that they hadn’t returned.Police have launched an investigation into the disappearance, with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) involved. The family, alongside the authorities, searched the farm but found no sign of Amela. The local Assembly member, Mr. Essoreke Pakisse, has pledged support for the investigation, assuring the family that justice will be pursued.

Edem 4Style December 3, 2024

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Sports

Ex-Black Stars Player Inkoom Faces Court Over Alleged Visa Scam.

Samuel Inkoom, a former Black Stars player, is in legal trouble after being accused of defrauding a student, Benjamin Opare Addo, of $3,500. Inkoom allegedly promised to secure a visa for Addo to travel to the Netherlands but failed to deliver the service. In court, Inkoom denied the charges and was granted bail set at GH₵50,000. His defense highlighted that he had refunded part of the money and was working to return the balance. The case will resume on December 30, 2024. Inkoom, who runs S. Inkoom Travel and Tour, convinced Addo to pay a total of GH₵32,100 in installments for the visa, but failed to provide the promised documents.

Edem 4Style December 2, 2024

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Ahafo

Free Dialysis Treatment Launched in 20 Hospitals Across Ghana.

Starting today, 20 health facilities nationwide will offer free dialysis treatment to kidney patients as part of a new initiative by the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA). Following a successful six-month pilot program, the NHIA will cover the cost of up to eight dialysis sessions per patient per month, with each session costing GH¢491.Hospitals involved include Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, and Tamale Teaching Hospital, among others. An additional 20 facilities are expected to join the program soon.The government has also partnered with the World Bank to supply 45 dialysis machines, with seven already delivered and more on the way. This initiative is projected to benefit 1,200 patients nationwide, ensuring greater access to life-saving treatment for kidney conditions.

Edem 4Style December 2, 2024

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Ahafo

Ghanaian Family in UK Faces Deportation Over Visa Sponsorship Issues.

A Ghanaian family living in the UK is facing deportation after their visa sponsor lost its licence, leaving them unable to afford replacement visas. Esther Kondu, a care worker, and her husband Osei, a former teacher, moved to the UK in 2022 with their three young daughters. After their sponsor's collapse, Esther secured a new job, but delays in visa applications resulted in their rejection. Osei, who had started army training, is now unable to work due to the situation. An immigration lawyer and a UK MP are advocating for the family, urging the Home Office to reconsider its stance.

Edem 4Style November 30, 2024

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Greater Accra

National Cathedral Scandal: CHRAJ Calls for Contract Cancellation, Possible Prosecution.

The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has recommended a forensic audit and potential prosecution of the trustees overseeing Ghana's controversial National Cathedral project. This follows an investigation prompted by allegations from North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.The report, dated November 22, 2024, highlighted several breaches of Ghana’s procurement laws. CHRAJ found the construction contract awarded to Ribade Company Ltd to be "void ab initio," deeming it a violation of the Procurement Act. It urged the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) to cancel the contract and called on the Auditor-General to investigate the GHS225.9 million spent by May 2022.CHRAJ emphasized that the project’s legal and financial irregularities pose significant reputational risks to Ghana. The Commission also recommended investigations into and potential prosecution of the Board of Trustees for their roles in the contract violations.This development adds to the ongoing […]

Edem 4Style November 26, 2024

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Greater Accra

EOCO Pursues Six Individuals Over Financial Crimes.

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has declared six individuals wanted for their involvement in serious financial crimes, including money laundering, fraud, and possession of forged documents. The suspects are:Asamoah Reginald Kwadjo – Possession of forged documentsQuicoo-Williams Elliot – Possession of forged documentsKwame Dwomoh Poku – Defrauding by false pretences, money launderingAsampana Bernard – Defrauding by false pretences, money launderingEvans Glakpe – Defrauding by false pretences, money launderingFrimpong Andrew Annor – Defrauding by false pretences, money launderingEOCO has called on the public to assist in locating these individuals and has provided hotlines and contact details for reporting information. The agency is committed to maintaining the integrity of Ghana's economic system under the leadership of Executive Director Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah.

Edem 4Style November 16, 2024

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Sports

Gideon Mensah Reflects on Key Absences Ahead of AFCON 2025 Qualifiers.

Ghana's defender Gideon Mensah has expressed concern over the absence of eight key Black Stars players for this month’s AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Angola and Niger. The Ghana Football Association announced that players, including Tariq Lamptey, Alexander Djiku, Osman Bukari, and Inaki Williams, have withdrawn, with Joseph Paintsil opting out due to personal reasons.Despite the losses, Mensah remains optimistic about the team’s strength. Speaking at a training session in Accra, he acknowledged the importance of each player but emphasized that others are ready to step in.The Black Stars, currently third in Group F with two points, will play Angola on November 15 in Luanda and Niger on November 18 in Accra.

Edem 4Style November 12, 2024

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