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The University of Ghana has been ranked Ghana’s topmost university for the year 2022, and ranked 1,124th in the world ranks. The ranking which was done by  Webometrics.com  is aimed at promoting web publication and their primary target is to support Open Access initiatives, electronic access to scientific publications and to other academic material. The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and the Cape Coast University ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively in the local rankings and placed 1,532nd and 2,205th in the world rankings. The University of Ghana in Impact ranking once again placed first followed by the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and the University for Development Studies. UG once again placed first in the Openness rank, followed by KNUST and the University of Cape Coast. In Excellence ranking, the University of Ghana placed first followed once again by KNUST and UCC, out of the 89 tertiary institutions in the country. According to the Webo

The greatest player of the 20th century as named by FIFA, the legendary Brazilian Edson Arantes do Nascimento, Pelé, passed away today, December 29, 2022. The Brazilian was 82. One of the greatest of all time who changed the game. A man with a god-given talent, one of the names who will remain forever in the memory. Pelé, winner of a record 3 World Cup in 1958, 1962, and 1970 and has been the standard-bearer for the beautiful game. As prolific as he was, he won his maiden world cup trophy at age 17. The “football King”, Pele, is the youngest scorer, youngest hat-trick scorer, youngest finalist, and youngest player to score in a final in World Cup history. His achievement in football was unprecedented. Pele was diagnosed with colon cancer in September 2021 and was hospitalized at Albert Einstein hospital, on November 29 for three weeks in Sao Paulo, where he watched Brazil’s quarter-final match against Croatia which got eliminated from the Qatar world cup. Today, the world has lost one

By the 19th century, after the Berlin conference, there was great European hunger for the resources and lands of Africa. The transatlantic slave trade was no more profitable for the Europeans and Americans and they had to focus on other resources that would enrich their continent and thrones. Between 1820 and 1911 in the 19th and 20th centuries respectively, the Europeans waged a full-blown war on African kingdoms, Kings and indigenous peoples but among the European countries that took the resolutions of the Berlin conference, the British sent more armies into Africa, and fought more wars, in a bid to rule over Africa’s ancient kingdoms. As the British embarked and continued on their conquest of Africa, some weaker kingdoms surrendered while other stronger African kingdoms gave them a fight to the finish. These kings/leaders/rulers were courageous and resisted the British for as long as they could. After long fighting, the British exiled many of these African kings and leaders into Sey

Lantana camara is an extremely intense and effectual homegrown plant. It accompanies a lot of restorative advantages to both the youthand the aged. The leaves of Lantana Camara are used in relieving menopause, dementia, stroke, get retentive memory. The new leaves of Lantana Camara are generally used in the cure of such problems. If your child is weak at school, and always fails in exams, If you are in your menopause and easily forget things and issues, please do this procedure  and your child will be so bright in school. SHARP BRAIN & RETENTIVE MEMORY METHOD 1: *Locate an "ananse dokono" as it is called in twi but Lantana camera in English. *Pluck enough quantity of the leaves and the flowers. *Wash it thoroughly. *Put them in a pot and add water. *Boil for 10-20 minutes. *Adults should drink half cup of brewed tea every morning, afternoon and evening. *Children above 10 years should be given a teaspoon 3× daily.                         OR METHOD 2: *Pluck e

The four weeks tournament Held in Qatar under the auspices of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) ended in a colorful moment for the world's acclaimed greatest of all time (GOAT), Lionel Messi leading his compatriots and country to a triumph over the 2018 champions in the grand finale at the Lusail iconic stadium. Argentina won their third world Cup 36 years after their last in 1986. Paris Saint-Germain duo Messi and Mbappe scored twice and a treble respectively in a dramatic six-goal thriller AET, with the Albiceleste emerging champions following a penalty shoot-out. Messi won the Golden Ball for the best player of the tournament and got his hands on the biggest prize in the history of football while Mbappe won the golden boot.

In 1974, Zaire (now DR Congo) became the third African country to participate in the FIFA World Cup- but they had a tournament to forget. About three months before the World Cup, they had emerged AFCON champions after beating Zambia in the final. And after they sealed their World Cup qualification, the then president Mobutu Sese Seko Kuku Ngbendu Wa Za Banga invited them to his residence and reportedly bought them all cars and houses. Zaire's opening game was against Scotland which they lost 2-0. After the match, their match bonuses were reportedly withheld by the government. The players were not happy with the development and refused to play in subsequent games. But after they were persuaded, they reluctantly agreed. In their second game against Yugolasvia, they suffered one of the heaviest defeats in World Cup history, losing 9-0. According to Zaire defender Mwepu Ilunga, President Mobutu threatened them after the match and warned them that if they lost by four goals in the last

The Health benefits of bitter leaf are rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Due to the presence of nutrients especially ß-carotene, it controls the synthesis of female gender hormones. This allows women to stay young and healthy for a longer duration of time. The wood ash of Bitter leaf can be used to treat fungal infections. It improves appetite. It helps treat skin infections such as Ringworm. It increases milk production in Lactating mothers. It cures a cough. It helps in treating itching and rashes. It detoxifies the whole body. It helps treat Hepatitis B. It tones ups the liver and the kidney. It provides instant relief from fatigue. It cures intestinal parasitic infections. It can be used for the contraction of the uterus during labor. It is a potent herb for STDs. It cures toothache. It is used in pharmaceutic medicines as anti-helminths, laxatives, and as fertility inducers for barren women. It helps to build up the immune system. It is a useful herb for

Africa's surviving representative in the ongoing FIFA World Cup held in Qatar played their quarter-final match versus Portugal in Al Thumama Stadium, Doha on Saturday, 10 December 2022. The fiercely competitive game ended with Morocco making a historic appearance in the semi-finals of the World Cup with the lone goal scored by Youssef En_Nesyri from a towering headed goal in the 42nd minute. This makes the "Atlas Lions" favorites in the semis having knocked out powerhouses in football history like Belgium, Canada, Spain, and Portugal. They now face defending champions, France,  on Wednesday at Al Bayt stadium for a place in the grand finale.  We take you through a recap of African Countries in the FIFA World Cup Knockout Phase; 2022: Morocco (Semi-Finals), Senegal (R16) 2014: Algeria, Nigeria 2010: Ghana (Quarter Finals) 2006: Ghana 2002: Senegal (Quarter Finals) 1998: Nigeria 1994: Nigeria 1990: Cameroon (Quarter Finals) 1986: Morocco

The Royal Reed Dance or better still know in the Zulu dialect as the Umkhosi woMhlanga is a popular festival ceremony for the Zulus in the Republic of South Africa, Swaziland and the Zulu people living in other parts of the southern Africa regions. The festival  started in the early 1940s from the umcwasho. The tradition was resurrected in 1984 by the late Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini. Zwelithini responded to criticism by stating that his choice had a positive impact on the prevention of AIDS and premarital sex. When young girls were placed in a regiment to ensure that their virginity were intact before marriage. The festival also serves as an opportunity for the Zulu King to choose a wife from the virgins. The virgin girls known as imbali in the Zulu language are led to a river born by the Princess to cut a Reed. A reed is a strong cane that grows around small rivers.The reed is believed to be the symbol of virginity. The girls wear an attire known in the Zulu language as ‘izigege’ a

A man has been spending £1,500 a month to stop ageing and says he would even consider getting frozen so he can come back in the future. Leon Kurita-Goudlock, 36, says he believes in biohacking, a term for ‘upgrading your body’ and says he decided to take action after seeing his parents die. The fashion worker now takes up to 60 pills a day and said he would like to live forever. He says if living forever isn't going to work out then he will do everything to grow into old age. Leon, who was born in the US but lives in London, said: ‘I would like to live forever. ‘My mum died when she was 70 of cancer and my dad died of cardiovascular issues when he was 86 this year. ‘The last 20 years of their lives were a complete misery, they were taking care of each other, they both had cancer and other diseases such as diabetes, heart failure, heart attacks and could barely walk. ‘At that point, why are you alive? There is nothing sadder than carrying your own parents up the stairs and giving

Chelsea's former manager, Thomas Tuchel, has today given a warm parting message to the Chelsea fraternity and all his fans almost a week after his shocking sacking. Chelsea owner, Todd Boehly, cracked the whip, which seems like a Chelsea thing, on Thomas tuchel after their 2022/23 UEFA champions league 1st league defeat to Croatian side, Dinamo Zagreb. On his Twitter page, he tweeted a warm departing message. Peruse

Beduru or Kwahu Nsusoa is a popular vegetable in Ghana that is used in many dishes but how many of us know its English name and its medicinal properties? Well if you have ever wondered, the right name in English is (Turkey Berries with the scientific name of Solanum torvum). Its origin is Africa. Research has shown the effectiveness of turkey berries in treating anemia and other variety of stomach ailments.  We dry the turkey berries and make wonderful gravy with them. Regular consumption of this vege raises the blood count.  You all will be amazed to know the uses of this small plant that we commonly find in our home garden if you come to know about its characteristics. The Turkey Berry fruit is green in color and it appears like a very small brinjal. NOTE: The Turkey Berry that grows in hilly areas has a more bitter taste than that of the berries that are grown in our house garden. COMPOSITION OF TURKEY BERRY: Turkey berry is composed of the following essential nutrients and minerals

Queen Elizabeth II of England passed on at 96 After a day under medical supervision at Balmoral Castle, the Queen passes away peacefully.         Queen Elizabeth II of the UK has passed away. On Thursday, it was announced by Buckingham Palace that the Queen was being kept under medical supervision according to her doctors' advice, given that her health had taken a toll for the worse over the past year. The royal family gathered at the Balmoral Castle where the Queen was being kept under medical supervision. Her son Prince Charles along with his wife Camilla and Prince Edward, his wife Sophie, Prince Andrew, and Prince William stayed by her side in her last moments. The news was confirmed by the  family as the official statement read, "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon." The statement continued, "The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow," referring to Prince Charles and his wife Cami

Chelsea has relieved manager Thomas Tuchel following their Champions League defeat to Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday night. “Chelsea Football Club has today parted company with Head Coach Thomas Tuchel,” the club announced on Wednesday. “On behalf of everyone at Chelsea FC, the Club would like to place on record its gratitude to Thomas and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the Club. Thomas will rightly have a place in Chelsea’s history after winning the Champions League, the Super Cup, and Club World Cup in his time here.” “As the new ownership group reaches 100 days since taking over the Club, and as it continues its hard work to take the club forward, the new owners believe it is the right time to make this transition.” “Chelsea’s coaching staff will take charge of the team for training and the preparation of our upcoming matches as the Club moves swiftly to appoint a new head coach.” “There will be no further comment until a new head coach appointment is made.” Tuchel

Anytime I hear people refer to this type of marriage as Engagement then my heart skills a beat. This isn't engagement but rather the REAL marriage. The Bible admonishes us to pay the bride price (dowry) to the parents of the bride. So upon the receipt of the bride price, the woman automatically becomes a wife. As per our Ghanaian marital laws, this is a recognized and legal marriage. When did marriage change into engagement these days? Engagement in the Akan language is called (Kɔkɔɔkɔ) "knocking". Knocking is when you are formally introducing yourself as the would-be husband to the would-be wife's family. This is the time, lists for the marriage, and dates are given out. With knocking in the Akan tradition, you usually go to the woman's family with either your parents or the head of your family. You present two bottles of Schnapps (pantu) and a small token in an envelope. So when did knocking (kɔkɔɔkɔ) transmogrified itself? We have maligned and denigrated our tr

As a way of demonstrating its commitment towards an improvement in BECE performance, Anglogold Ashanti organized a 4_day workshop for teachers in the Obuasi Municipal and Obuasi East District. The workshop, which was fully sponsored by AngloGold Ashanti, Obuasi Mine, was also meant to improve the Basic Education Certificate Examination pass rate in Obuasi, which currently stands at 90% to 96%. The workshop was again organized for instructors in English Language, Mathematics Science, Social Studies, and ICT. The teachers were taken through a Differentiated Approach to Teaching and Learning, Mode of Assessment and a Monitoring Plan Assessment Protocols and Process, How to group learners and provide specific and tailor-made teaching and learning.  Headmasters from various schools were also trained on best managerial practices. The Workshop took place at the Obuasi Senior High Technical school. AGA also presented 10 laptops to the Education Directorates of Obuasi East and Obuasi Municipal.

A Ghana Premier League game between the two sides in September ended 7-0 to Ashanti Gold,witg Hashmin Musah scoring two own goal as he claimed to try and prevent a pre-arranged 5-1 scoreline. Musah's claims and notifications of suspicious betting patterns were investigated by the Ghana Football Association (GFA), who have found both teams guilty of match manipulation. As well as both teams having to play Division Two football next season, several club officials, coaches and players were banned from football. The most severe sanction was given to Inter Allies volunteer Emmanuel Nii Amoah, also known as Nii Gogo, who was banned for life for his role in the fix. Ashanti Gold president Dr Kwaku Frimpong was given a 10-year ban and fined 100,000 Ghanaian Cedis ($13,000) while his son Emmanuel Frimpong, the club's chief executive, got an eight-year ban and a fine of 50,000 Ghanaian Cedis. Musah himself was banned for two years but his sanction was reduced to six months for his r

Curtis Jackson affectionately called 50 Cent is an American actor, rapper, producer, and entrepreneur. He is best known for his music but has also had some noteworthy acting roles in films such as “Get Rich Or Die Tryin” and “Home of the Brave.” In addition to his entertainment career, he has invested in technology, gaming and beverages.  He has also been involved in several business ventures Vitamin Water, which was sold to Coca-Cola for 4.1 billion dollars. One would think that with all of this going on in his life, the last thing 50 Cent would ever have time to do would be to intentionally lose weight for a movie role But that is exactly what he did when he lost 54 pounds (25 kg) to play a cancer patient in the movie “Things Fall Apart” back in 2011. While there are many ways in which people can lose weight intentionally such as exercising more or eating healthier 50 Cent’s method was extreme even by Hollywood standards. He ate nothing but liquid meals for nine weeks straight! From

On Saturday, April 30, the former captain of the Ghana national team, Asamoah Gyan, launched his first autobiography at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. The book titled ‘LeGyandary’ documents his life as a successful footballer and an entrepreneur. It takes readers through the journey of Gyan’s early days and his rise to fame as, arguably one of Ghana’s greatest-ever striker. Addressing the patrons on his life journey, Asamoah Gyan, who was overcome with emotions teared up while crediting his brother, Baffour Gyan for his success. “I didn’t expect this level of appreciation. I’m overwhelmed by the love shown,” he said. “When I started, no one knew who Asamoah Gyan was. I couldn’t have done it without the support of my brother. He’s the one behind my success.” In attendance at the event were President Akufo-Addo, Chief of Staff Frema Osei Opare, Togolese footballer Emmanuel Adebayo and former Senegalese professional footballer El Hadji Diouf. Others included; singer Becca, Cina Soul, A Plu

The Nigeria Police Service has launched a search for a lady captured in a viral tape having ѕєχʋαl iŋtercoʋrse with a dog. . The internet, particularly Twitter, has been on a rampage for the past few days following reports of some ladies desperately slɛɛpiŋg with dogs for huge sums of money. . Videos of young ladies either allowing dogs to go down on them while others engage in the ‘d0ggystyle’ position with them have since gone viral with a lot of backlash from the public. Amid the controversy, a lady in one of the viral tapes took to social media to justify her actions. . “What is the big deal there? I only slept with a dog; I didn’t kill somebody. You, in your life, you have done worse, and besides, have you seen N1.7million before? As if it’s a big deal. And mind you, I’m not infected or anything. Stop dying on the matter, I’m enjoying the money,” the said lady named Veegodess stated. . But in a new twist to events, a Nigerian Police Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, has es