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In a bid to revolutionize agricultural extension services, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, under the Directorate of Agriculture Extension Service, conducted a workshop equipping regional agricultural service providers with the innovative E-Extension strategy and plan. This new approach aims to address the challenges of limited extension agents by leveraging digital services to reach a wider audience of producers. E-Extension Strategy Overview

  In a recent interview with Kentetvgh Dr. Kofi Amoako Obeng-Frimpong, a Medical Officer at the Internal Medicine department of Holy Family Hospital in Techiman, expressed deep concern about the rising death toll attributed to Hepatitis B in the Bono East Region. Dr. Obeng-Frimpong stressed that the high mortality rate from the Hepatitis B virus is becoming a significant issue for both healthcare professionals and the general public. This alarming trend is not only affecting the region but is also posing a threat to the nation's workforce, as many of the victims are individuals who contribute to both the formal and informal sectors of the economy. The medical officer raised these concerns on the occasion of World Hepatitis B Awareness Day, which aimed to shed light on the prevalence of the virus in the region. According to a 20-year study spanning from 1995 to 2016 conducted by the Asensu Eat-All health research company, the Bono East Region has recorded the highest infection...

Felicia Adjei, an aspiring parliamentary candidate for the Kintampo South constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has voiced her concerns about the detrimental impact of poor parenting on the future development of the area. Adjei believes that the neglect of parental responsibilities, driven by a focus on material wealth, poses a significant threat to the growth and development of children in the region, especially young girls. She pointed out that responsible children are more likely to become responsible parents and leaders in the future. Adjei expressed deep worry over the increasing number of young people who have fallen into the trap of illicit drugs like tramadol, inhalation of harmful substances such as superglue, and school-age girls pursuing relationships with older men for financial gain. She stressed that these issues require urgent attention. Madam Adjei shared her concerns during an encounter with Kentetvgh in Jema, the constituency capital of the Bono ...

  In a heartwarming ceremony yesterday, 25 th day of October, 2023, the Bono Regional police headquarters welcomed a new addition to their premises, a child-friendly facility aimed at bolstering relationships between law enforcement and the region's women and children. The facility, which falls under the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU), was inaugurated with much enthusiasm and support from community leaders.   The event was graced by prominent Queenmothers representing various traditional areas, with Nana Boa Boahemaa, the Dwantuahemaa of the Sunyani Traditional Council, and Nana Akosua Kumi Sasraku Seradaa of Dormaa leading the way. This initiative received financial backing from Global Affairs Canada through UNICEF, which officially handed over the facility to the Bono Regional DOVVSU office.   Miss Hilda Mensah, a Child Protection Specialist from the UNICEF National Office in Accra, shed light on the necessity of such a facility. She explained how...

  In a poignant visit to the Sunyani Traditional Council on November 18, 2023, former President John Dramani Mahama, flanked by key figures of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), sought the blessings of Queen Mother Nana Akosua AsorDuaa Sika Brayie II and the Acting President, also Akwamuhene of the Sunyani Traditional council Nana Kwaku Sarbeng. Expressing heartfelt condolences for the loss of Paramount Chief Nana Bosoma Asor Nkrawiri II, whom he regarded as a father figure, Mahama humbly requested permission to launch his ambitious "Building Ghana Tour" from Sunyani. The tour aims to gather insights from stakeholders, organizations, academics, and individuals to shape the NDC's manifesto for the upcoming 2024 elections. In a gracious response, Queen Mother Nana AsorDuaa Sika Brayie blessed Mahama, commending his humility. She urged him to conduct a campaign devoid of insults, emphasizing the importance of engaging the people and effectively conveying his message. Ad...

    By Jerry Azanduna, GNA   Krobo (BE/R), Dec, 12, GNA- Mrs. Tina Gifty Naa Ayeley Mensah Deputy Minister for Health in Charge of Health Training Institutions on Tuesday gave assurance that plans were far advanced for the payment of nursing students allowances.   Mrs. Mensah stated that adequate measures have been put in place by the Ministry of Finance and other appropriate quarters for the allowances to be paid to support the student in their pursuance for quality education   to deliver quality health services to the populace.   She said government was much concern in the promoting of the needed health services to the citizenry and therefore would continue to train more qualified health personnel to provide such essential health service to the people.   The Sector Minister gave the assurance at the 11th  and 12th matriculations and 1st graduation ceremony of the Krobo Nursing and Midwifery Training College on Tuesday at Krobo near Techiman in t...

          By Jerry Azanduna, GNA       Techiman (BE/R) Dec.8, GNA- the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has entreated its subscribers to constantly  practice the new APP designed  for easy healthcare transactions under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) .       The App named MyNHIS is an online application to assist clients of the Insurance scheme for the renewal of health insurance cards, registrations and linking of insurance numbers to the national identity card.       Mr., Geprge Opong-Dankwah, Bono East Regional Director of the NHIA made the encouragement at a sensitization program by workers of the scheme through the principal streets of the Bono East Regional capital, Techiman on Thursday to educate subscribers and the general public on the use of the APP for easy assessment to healthcare delivery in the Region.       Mr. Opong-Dankwah explained that the reason for in...