Author: Amos Famouz

Maggi cubes were first made in 1886 by a Swiss man named Julius Maggi. He created them to help low-income workers and the poor who couldn’t afford meat and fish because of the high cost. These cubes were designed to give food the flavor of meat and fish at a cheaper price. MUST READ: How to stay safe on WhatsApp After the Berlin Conference in 1886, colonial powers were allowed to export their products to Africa. Julius Maggi realized that if people in Europe struggled to afford meat, the situation would be even worse in Africa. He saw a good business opportunity…

Teacher trainees affiliated with the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) have raised concerns about their exam results. According to the trainees, the results displayed on the university’s online portals are not matching the ones they originally saw on notice boards and in exam offices. For a long time, trainees affiliated with UEW did not have access to an online portal. The only way they could view their results was by physically visiting their exam offices or checking the notice boards. Things changed when UEW introduced online portals for these trainees, aiming to make it easier for them to check their…

Delayed Allowances Are Better Than None: Dr. Bawumia Tells Nursing and Teacher Trainees.Recently, both nursing and teacher trainees have expressed concerns about the delays in receiving their allowances. Many of these students depend on these payments for daily necessities like rent, transportation, and school-related expenses. It’s understandable that this has caused frustration, leading to public discussions.SEE ALSO: Ghana Increases Cocoa Producer Price for 2024/2025 SeasonDuring a recent speech, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia addressed the issue, acknowledging the students’ concerns. He emphasized an important point: delayed allowances, while frustrating, are still better than not receiving any at all. Being a…

The Producer Price Review Committee (PPRC) has announced a big increase in the price of cocoa for the 2024/2025 season. The new price is now GH¢48,000 per tonne of cocoa. This is a major jump of 129% compared to the price from September 2023. This means cocoa farmers in Ghana will now get more money for their crops. For each 64kg bag of cocoa, farmers will earn GH¢3,000. This change is effective from today, September 11, 2024.SEE ALSO: UTAG Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Illegal Mining, Demands Total Ban by the end of September 2024.This price increase is expected to help…

The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has issued a stern ultimatum to the government, demanding a complete ban on illegal mining, also known as “galamsey.” SEE ALSO: Ghana Police Has Arrested 487 Members of QNET Ponzi Scheme in KumasiThe association warns that if their call is not heeded, they will initiate a nationwide strike by the end of September 2024. UTAG expressed deep frustration with the government’s efforts to tackle the menace of illegal mining. The association described these initiatives as “failed and corruption-infested militarized battles,” suggesting that the state-led operations like Operation Vanguard and Operation Flashout have done little to…

The National Service Authority has officially released postings for 106,223 university graduates, marking the beginning of their journey to serve and contribute to national development. As of September 6, 2024, the postings for the 2024/2025 service year are live! This cohort includes Ghanaian graduates from accredited universities, those who completed studies abroad, defaulters, and private applicants. A mop-up exercise will follow to ensure everyone is assigned.SEE ALSO: New Academic Calendar For Basic shools In Ghana 2024 / 2025 Academic YearTo start this new chapter, follow these simple steps:1. Check Your Placement: Visit (link unavailable) to see where you’ve been posted.2.…

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the highly anticipated academic calendar for basic schools in Ghana for the 2024/2025 academic year. This calendar outlines the crucial dates for the three terms, ensuring that students, parents, and educators are well-prepared for the upcoming year.First TermThe first term commences on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, and spans 15 weeks, concluding on Thursday, December 19th, 2024. This term sets the tone for the academic year, and we wish all students a successful and enriching experience.Second Term: Following a well-deserved break, the second term begins on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025, and runs for 15 weeks, ending on…

ADMISSIONS! ADMISSIONS! ADMISSIONS!!!ADMISSIONS OPEN AT COLLEGE OF NURSING & MIDWIFERY, WALEWALE! We are pleased to announce that the College of Nursing and Midwifery, Walewale is now accepting applications for admission to our esteemed institution for the upcoming academic year.PROGRAMS OFFERED1. Registered General Nursing (RGN): Our RGN program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to provide high-quality patient care.2. Registered Midwifery (RM): Our RM program focuses on preparing students to become skilled midwives, capable of providing exceptional care to mothers and newborns. 3. Public Health Nursing (PHN): Our PHN program emphasizes the importance of community health, health promotion,…

Debunking the Rumors: Teacher Trainees’ Allowance PaymentThere has been a wave of misinformation circulating on social media and other platforms, claiming that the teacher trainees’ allowance has been paid. SEE ALSO: Important notice to all MTN Mobile Money UsersWe are here to set the record straight: this information is completely false.FakeIt’s understandable that teacher trainees are eager to receive their allowances, and rumors like these can cause unnecessary excitement and confusion. However, we urge everyone to remain calm and verify information through official channels before sharing or believing it. The government has not made any official announcements regarding the payment of teacher…

The Ghana Police Service, following a well-coordinated intelligence operation on September 2, 2024, arrested 487 individuals linked to the QNET Ponzi scheme in Kumasi, Ashanti Region.Among those arrested were 257 women and 230 men. They were found in a house at Adwuman, near Kenyasi, a suburb of Kumasi.Initial investigations revealed that these individuals lured unsuspecting people from various parts of the country, promising them attractive returns on their investments through the QNET scheme.During the operation, the police recovered registration documents and other materials featuring the QNET logo. Out of the 487 arrested, twelve individuals have been identified as key leaders…