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  The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has reassured the public that the Free Dialysis program under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) will continue until the Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund, also known as the "Mahama Cares" initiative, becomes fully operational. According to a statement issued by NHIA Chief Executive Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe on March 21, 2025, the initiative is aimed at ensuring affordable and accessible healthcare for all, particularly for patients suffering from kidney disease who rely on dialysis treatment. The Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund, spearheaded by former President John Dramani Mahama, is designed to support individuals with chronic diseases, including kidney failure, cancer, and heart disease. The Health Minister, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has set up a seven-member team to oversee its successful implementation. NHIA has pledged to work closely with all stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition when the Ghana Medical Care Tr...

The Abuakwa North Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), led by Mrs. Beatrice Opoku Budu, held its first-ever Constitution Quiz Competition on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. The event, organized to commemorate Ghana’s 68th Independence Day, also aimed to encourage students to join civic education clubs in their schools. It was held under the theme: "Ghana’s Future: Our Collective Responsibility." The competition, which started at 10:30 AM at the New Tafo Presby Conference Hall, featured four selected basic schools: Feden JHS, Rose’s JHS, CRIG JHS, and Presby JHS. After an exciting and intellectually stimulating contest spanning five rounds, CRIG JHS emerged winners with 68 points. Presby JHS placed second with 58 points, followed by Rose’s JHS in third place with 54 points, while Feden JHS came fourth with 42 points. Medals were awarded to the top three schools, while all contestants received certificates of participation and special gift parcels. Addi...