UDS launches BSc, short courses in WASH

The University for Development Studies (UDS) has launched 14 new short courses and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) programme in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH). It is part of efforts to fill the knowledge gap in WASH practice in the…

NITA Director-General calls for promotion of .gh domain

The Director-General of the National Information Technology Agency (NITA) Mr George Atta-Boateng has called for the promotion of the domain name .gh in Ghana to accelerate the development of the nation’s emerging ICT landscape. He said…

Central Region records 414 fire outbreaks

The Central Region recorded a total of 414 fire incidents in the first quarter of 2016. Two hundred and forty one (241) of the cases recorded were bush fires, 69 domestic cases, 24 electrical, eight were commercial, and four were false…

Ghana’s mineral revenue falls to $3.39b in 2015

The Ghana Chamber of Mines says mineral revenue of producing members fell nearly 14 per cent to $3.39 billion in 2015 down from $3.94 billion the previous year. The drop in the mineral revenue is due to reduce production and the lower…

Emirates fights illegal wildlife trade

Emirates Airlines, has unveiled its fifth A380 emblazoned with special livery in support of United for Wildlife to fight against illegal wildlife trade, which poses a threat to the survival of some animals. A statement copied to the…