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Fritz Ramseyer Memorial Church marks traditional day in style
The Fritz Ramseyer Memorial Congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG), Bubuashie in Accra came alive last weekend with the church’s traditional day celebration.
It saw members of the congregation adorned in colourful traditional attires and spiced with beautiful locally made jewelries while they sang joyful melodies to the glory of God.
The rhythmic sway of the Kente cloth, the graceful elegance of kaba with slit, and the dignified presence of fugu garments and other variety of attires painted a picture of rich heritage and unity among the congregation.
The children were not left out of the celebration. With their infectious energy and smiles, they embraced the occasion wholeheartedly and appeared resplendently draped in attires depicting their culture and roots.
From the youngest to the oldest, each member radiated pride in their roots, embracing the opportunity to showcase their traditions.
Throughout the day, the church was filled with the sounds of drumming and singing, as hymns intertwined with traditional melodies, creating a symphony of celebration.
As the service drew to a close, there was a palpable sense of fulfillment and community spirit lingering in the air.
By Agnes Opoku Sarpong
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Seek healthcare at facilities where nursing services are available – Ministry of Health
As a result of the ongoing strike action by the Ghana Registered Nurses and
Midwives Association (GRNMA), it has become imperative for the Ministry of
Health to implement additional measures to mitigate any inconvenience that has been caused.
According to the Ministry, in a statement, it has through all appropriate channels, led negotiations to ensure the smooth approval and implementation of the
new Conditions of Service.
Against this backdrop, the statement added that in line with the Ministry’s policy to ensure healthy population for national development, it has become necessary to make provisions to fill the gaps created as a result of the strike.
Consequently, the Ministry has urged the general public to continue seeking healthcare services at various health facilities, including those where nursing services remain available, to ensure their health needs are met.
They Ministry also attached a link of health facilities across the country in the statement.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Check the statement below
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MTN, Telecel & AT to increase value of data bundles effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025
The Minister for Communication and Digital Innovation, Sam George, has announced an increase in the value of data bundles by all telecommunication networks in the country.
Speaking at a Meet The Press held today, he said the new directive will take effect from July 1, 2025.
According to him, the implementation date of July 1, is to allow the telcos to recalibrate and reconfigure their systems to reflect the agreed-upon value increases.
He said The new directive will ensure that “AirtelTigo Ghana (AT Ghana): A 10% increase in all data bundles currently offered by the network, additionally, the GH₵400 bundle, which currently offers 195GB, will now offer 236GB.”
Touching on Telecel Ghana, he said, “A 10% increase in data bundles currently offered by the network, their GH₵400 bundle, which currently offers 90GB, will offer 250GB, effective from July 1.”
On MTN Ghana, the minister said, there would be “a 15% increase in all data bundles currently offered by the network and I am pleased to announce the restoration of GH₵399 bundle, which currently has been changed to GH₵350 that offers 92.88GB, will hence be reinstated to 214GB for GH₵399.”
Sam George has also urged the operators to invest in the quality of their network to ensure customers are better served.
He charged the regulator National Communication Authority (NCA) to strictly monitor the changes.
The minister expressed appreciation to the CEOs of the various companies for close collaboration over the last four months.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
