Fort Hare University South Africa:In May 2016, President Akufo-Addo was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Law in recognition of his legal and political leadership. University of LiberiaIn December 2017, the University of Liberia awarded Nana Akufo-Addo an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree for his contribution to governance and public service. University of Cape CoastIn May 2021, the University of Cape Coast conferred President Akufo-Addo with an honorary doctorate, acknowledging his efforts in promoting socio-economic development. Sorbonne University, FranceOn October 10, 2022, Sorbonne University presented President Akufo-Addo with an honorary doctorate, recognizing his commitment to democracy in Ghana. Valley View UniversityValley View University presented President Akufo-Addo with the most recent honorary degree on July 14, 2024.

General News of Wednesday, 17 July 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Health Service has announced that 36 cases of dengue fever have been recorded in the Eastern and Central Regions of the country. “As of today, we have confirmed 36 cases from both the Central and Eastern Regions. Several factors contribute to the increase in dengue cases, including high mosquito populations, susceptibility to circulating serotypes, and favorable environmental conditions such as warm temperatures, precipitation, and humidity. The incidence of dengue has grown dramatically worldwide in recent decades, with an estimated 100 to 400 million infections occurring each year. Read the full statement from the Ghana Health Service on this latest update on the dengue fever below:JKB/AEWatch the latest episode of Everyday People on GhanaWeb TV below:

In 2019, a report by GhanaWeb showed that as many as 20 cases of mob justice had been recorded. Musician WyllbeeThe tragic passing of the budding artiste from a mob lynching has sparked public outcry. Likewise, mob justice is a criminal offence per Ghana's laws and its pursuant to Act 29 of the Criminal Code of 1960. Whoever attempts to commit murder shall be guilty of first-degree felony. All the above-mentioned laws protect individuals or suspected criminals from being subjected to mob justice.

Former Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress, Samuel Koku Anyidoho, has emphasized that he only had a working relationship with former President John Dramani Mahama when he served as Head of Communications at the presidency. “He and I were never friends until President Mills made him his running mate. I am under no obligation to fall in love with John Mahama,” he added. In recent years, Koku Anyidoho has been very critical of John Mahama and the current leadership of the NDC. Asked if he was peeved in any way against John Mahama, Anyidoho admitted to harboring sentiments against Mahama for failing to build Asomdwe Park, the burial site of the late President Mills, and failing to honour the legacy of his late boss.

Politics of Wednesday, 17 July 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comFounder and Leader of the Glorious Word Power Ministry, Reverend Isaac Owusu-Bempah, has commended President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's Free SHS initiative, despite admitting to having a grudge against him. Speaking to his congregation during a church service on Sunday, July 14, Reverend Isaac Owusu-Bempah stated that despite his disagreements with President Akufo-Addo, he acknowledges that the president has outperformed other governments. To support his point, Owusu-Bempah mentioned the Free SHS policy implemented by the ruling government as an example. “Honestly, Nana Akufo-Addo has done a great job. In fact, if we talk about presidents who have performed admirably, President Kufuor, Nana Akufo-Addo, President Rawlings, and our father Mahama have all done commendable work.

Politics of Wednesday, 3 July 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Functional Executive Committee (FEC) of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has suspended the Central Regional Chairman, Professor Richard Asiedu, with immediate effect. This decision comes in the wake of a meeting held on July 2, 2024, which focused on the withdrawal of the Assin Central parliamentary candidate, Shaibu Migyimah, over alleged amorous relations with the wife of the constituency General Secretary, Sadique Broni. Additionally, the Constituency Secretary, Sadique Broni, has also been suspended for one month and will face the National Disciplinary Committee on similar charges of anti-party conduct. Earlier, the Central Regional branch of the NDC withdrew Migyimah's candidacy, citing immoral acts and anti-party activities. However, the FEC's recent meeting overturned this decision, maintaining Migyimah as the NDC Parliamentary Candidate for Assin Central.

Guinness World Records has declared Ghanaian chef, Chef Smith’s certificate which indicates he is the current record holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual as fake. At the news conference, Chef Smith said, “I am deeply humbled and honoured to announce that I am now the new world record holder for the cook-a-thon”. Millennium Chef Smith from Ghana with an incredible 802 hours, 25 minutes to dethrone Irish King, Alan Fisher." Later reports by pulse.com.gh depicted Chef Smith holding up a plaque containing a certificate from GWR proclaiming him the new record holder. However, as of the publication of this story, the official world record holder, according to the Guinness World Records official website, remains Alan Fisher, with a record of 119 hr 57 min 16 sec.

Sarfo Raphael, the Ashanti Regional Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has clarified the relationship between Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, and Matthew Opoku Prempeh, also known as Napo. He emphasized that Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, has never expressed any opposition to working with Napo, nor has he made any negative comments about him regarding his selection. "At no point did anyone hear the chairman of the NPP in the Ashanti Region, Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, publicly speak against Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh's nomination. "Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako never said anywhere that he doesn’t like Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh or that he cannot work with him," Raphael stated. Those were people’s perceptions that Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh and Chairman Antwi Boasiako are not on good terms, so they can’t work together," he added.

Politics of Monday, 1 July 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has officially submitted the name of the Minister for Energy and Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), as his preferred running mate for the upcoming 2024 elections. According to a report by Joy News, the NPP flagbearer presented NAPO to the National Executives of the party on Monday, July 1, 2024, at the party’s headquarters in Accra. The Vice President also met with the Majority Caucus of Parliament earlier on Monday and officially informed them of his decision to pick the Energy Minister as the party’s vice-presidential candidate. Speaking in an interview with Joy News, the Deputy General Secretary of the NPP, Haruna Mohammed, confirmed that the Vice President has presented NAPO as his running mate to the National Executives. He said that the next step is for the National Executive Council of the party to approve NAPO’s nomination.

Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum explained that upon passing the bill, SHS certification will become the first formal academic qualification in the country, replacing the current BECE certification. During an interaction with journalists, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum highlighted the importance of legislating Free SHS. The minister praised the positive impact of Free SHS in the northern regions, where transition rates from JHS to SHS are significantly higher than in the southern regions. Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin challenged the Minority in Parliament to clarify their stance on the Free SHS legislation. He announced that the Free SHS Bill had received Executive approval and would soon be introduced to Parliament.

General News of Monday, 1 July 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe President of the Ghana Bar Association, GBA, Mr. Yaw Acheampong Boafo, has emphasized the need for the government and management of the judiciary to enhance the safety of judges at all levels. Speaking at the remembrance service for the Martyrs of the Rule of Law in Accra, he expressed concern about the lack of necessary weapons for court warrant officers. Mr. Boafo stated that it was crucial for the government and judiciary management to address this issue seriously. Mr. Acheampong assured Ghanaian judges of the GBA's unwavering support and respect, urging them to uphold the rule of law with integrity and professionalism. JAB/OGBCatch up on this week's episode of The Lowdown on GhanaWeb TV as we discussed the topic, Medical Confidentiality.

A viral video from a recent funeral in the Ashanti Region showed the president instructing a chief to stand up before shaking hands with him. In a short video, the president and his bodyguard were seen signaling for chiefs to stand before greeting them. In one instance, Akufo-Addo gestured for a seated chief to rise before greeting him, sparking controversy. The Ministry for Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs defended the president’s action, stating that he did nothing wrong. He explained that the president's action aligns with Ghanaian culture and traditions, which encourage standing as a sign of respect when greeting authorities.

General News of Sunday, 30 June 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comAn ecstatic Ghanaian, in a viral social media video, proudly displayed how the Ghanacard helped him board a flight back home. However, for countries Ghanaians can travel to without entry visas, such as West African countries, holders of the Ghanacard can use their cards to travel. Additionally, from any airport in the world, Ghanaians who have lost their passports can use their Ghanacards to board a flight back to Ghana. Since its introduction over a year ago, some members of the opposition NDC have expressed doubts about the Ghanacard's ability to function as an international travel document. However, several Ghanaians have used it to travel back to Ghana aboard various flights from all corners of the globe.

General News of Sunday, 30 June 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comUPDATE: The Ghana Police Service has debunked media reports stating that the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akufo Dampare, has reportedly been asked to proceed on leave and urged the public to disregard the reports. The Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akufo Dampare, has reportedly been asked to proceed on leave and to hand over his duties to his second-in-command, Christian Tetteh Yohuno. Another source mentioned that the IGP is being removed due to allegations of insubordination. The pro-government news portal also stated that, although the findings of the Atta Akyea Committee exonerated IGP Dampare, it was revealed that the IGP had close contact with Bugri Naabu, the former NPP Northern Regional Chairman. The leaked recording captured the three officers conspiring with Daniel Bugri Naabu, the former Northern Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, to strategize the removal of the Inspector General of Police.

Sports News of Sunday, 30 June 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comWest Ham United star, Mohammed Kudus, won the ultimate prize at the 2024 Ghana Football Awards after he was named the Footballer of the Year on June 29, 2024. 'As part of the new generation, one of my aims is to increase the love among us,' he said. The Footballer of the Year Award was his second award of the night after he walked home with the Goal of the Year Award for his goal against Freiburg. The West Ham United man had an astonishing debut season at his new club, scoring 14 goals and providing 6 assists in 45 appearances in all competitions. He has now become the second player to win the Footballer of the Year award twice, after Thomas Partey.