Hypertension is becoming an alarming public health concern in Ghana, with many people living with the condition without knowing it. Health experts say the situation is worsening as lifestyle changes, environmental factors, and limited awareness continue to fuel the growing burden of high blood pressure across the country. A physician specialist and nephrologist at Korle […]

Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has declared March 16 to 20, 2026, as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Week nationwide. The week will be observed under the theme: “Adoption of Innovation and Technology to enhance access to Justice Delivery through Alternative Dispute Resolution.” A statement issued by the Judicial Service and signed by Ms Christiana Puorideme, Acting […]

The Director-General of the Road Safety Commission, Abraham Amaliba, has outlined plans for a more technology-driven approach to traffic monitoring in Ghana through the Traffitech initiative. The project, he noted, will deploy digital cameras at strategic points on major roads to detect traffic offences such as speeding and reckless driving. Speaking on JoyNews’ The Law […]

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has passed a resolution banning the open display of salt in food establishments across the city in a bid to reduce excessive salt consumption and tackle rising cases of hypertension among residents.Herbs & Spices In a statement issued on Friday, March 13, the Assembly said the decision was approved during […]