Author: Krobea

Fewer than one in 10 people who could benefit from obesity jabs like Wegovy are able to get them, warns the World Health Organization as it releases its first guidance on the drugs. With more than one billion people worldwide now obese, it is calling for more widespread and fairer access to GLP-1 medication. According to projections, more than two billion will be obese by 2030 unless action is taken. High costs, limited production capacity, and supply-chain constraints are major barriers to universal access to the injections that can help people shift significant weight, says WHO. It has already added…

Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren says his game plan is to upset the Lionesses on Tuesday when they face off in an international friendly at the St Mary’s Stadium in Southampton. The European champions on Saturday, November 30 thrashed China 8-0 in an earlier friendly match. The Ghana coach observed that the Asians were afraid to lose to the Lionesses and that cost them in their friendly game last Saturday. The loss equals the Steel Roses’ heaviest defeat at the highest level. At the pre-match press conference on Monday, December 1, Kim Lars Bjorkegren said Ghana’s approach to the…

World AIDS Day is commemorated annually on December 1 to spread awareness on HIV and show solidarity for persons living with HIV. This year’s World AIDS Day theme, “Overcoming Disruptions, Transforming the AIDS Response is a poignant reminder that to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, we must harness current disruptions to re-imagine, re-engineer, and transform the AIDS response. Global health funding architecture is undergoing a seismic shift Global health funding has been on a steady decline. After reaching a peak of approximately $80 billion during the COVID-19 pandemic, funding fell by about 51% to $39 billion in 2025 the steepest…

The Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has confirmed that President John Dramani Mahama has received petitions from some citizens for the removal of not only the Chair of the Electoral Commission, Ghana (EC) and her two deputies but also the head of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). Mr Kwakye Ofosu observed that President Mahama has only followed due process by referring the petitions to the Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, who was sworn in barely a fortnight ago. “Every process that needed to be done has been undertaken,” the Government Communications Minister told Accra-based Joy FM on…

The government has admonished institutions across the country to invest in programmes aimed at sustaining efforts in the response to HIV/AIDS. “HIV affects the workforce, productivity and economic growth,” a statement issued by government to commemorate World AIDS Day. “It is therefore in the interest of businesses to invest in workplace HIV programmes, support awareness and testing campaigns, and implement policies that protect employees.” This year’s Day is themed: ‘Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response’. According to the statement signed by the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the country has adopted the sub-theme of ‘Africa Unites Against AIDS’,…

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has conferred a Honorary Doctor of Science (DSc) on Dr. Ben K.D Asante, the former Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Gas. A distinguished alumnus and a world-renowned oil and gas certified engineer, Dr. Ben K.D Asante demonstrated exceptional dedication to the advancement of KNUST and the Engineering Profession and contribution to humanity, academia and selfless devotion to Ghana. The event was graced by the Vice President of Ghana, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, Chancellor of KNUST Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Ashanti Region Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene, captains of industry, academia and other dignitaries.Speaking…

Karpowership Ghana has reaffirmed its leadership in social impact and sustainable development after securing three major honours at the 2025 Sustainability and Social Investment (SSI) Awards, held over the weekend. The company was celebrated as the Best Company in Girl-Child Education and Empowerment Programme, Best Company in Stakeholder Engagement and Community Relations, and Sandra Amarquaye, the Corporate Communications Manager, received the prestigious Community Development and Relations Leadership Impact Award. These recognitions underscore Karpowership’s intentional and long-standing commitment to advancing inclusive development, empowering young girls, and strengthening relationships with communities across its operational areas. Over the past year, the company has…

Former Chief Executive Officer of Bui Jabesh Amissah-Arthur was recognised and honoured for his Lifetime Achievement at the Ghana Energy Awards, held on Saturday in Accra. The recognition celebrates more than four decades of service during which he helped shape Ghana’s modern energy sector. He currently serves as the Board Chair of the Volta River Authority (VRA). Reflecting on the honour, Ing. Amissah-Arthur said the recognition belongs not only to him but to the many Ghanaian professionals he has worked with over the years. “I am humbled by this recognition. Every achievement has been a collective effort, and I remain…

The Ghana Police Service has dismissed reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, is deceased. “The IGP is alive and well and going about his duties as expected,” the police said in a statement on Sunday,November 30. “We urge our officers, family members, loved ones, and the general public to disregard these reports.” The police cautioned persons behind the “malicious, insensitive, and reckless” reports to note that their act constitutes an offence under the country’s laws. Therefore, “perpetrators will be brought to justice when identified”. IGP Yohuno was recently recommended by the Police Council for a…

Member of Parliament for New Juaben South Michael Otchere Baafi has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to strongly rally behind former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and retain him as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 elections. Addressing delegates of his constituency in Koforidua on Saturday, November 29, Mr Otchere Baafi described the 2028 elections as crucial, insisting that it requires a formidable candidate with experience, like the former Vice President, to lead the NPP to victory. “I’m saying that the 31st January election is not a joke. It’s a crucial election and we need an experienced…