The Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr Audrey Smock Amoah, has called for stronger implementation, financing and reporting mechanisms to translate Ghana’s nutrition commitments into measurable results for women and children. Dr Amoah made the call at a breakfast meeting on government leadership, health systems and nutrition held in Accra on Thursday, […]

Nutrition is increasingly being recognised as a critical component of Ghana’s development planning, with discussions focusing on how stronger coordination, financing and evidence can improve nutrition outcomes across the country. This formed the focus of a symposium organised as part of the Micronutrient Forum 2026 in Accra, under the theme, “𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 […]

Ghana will host the Micronutrient Forum (MNF) 7th Global Conference from 28 September to 1 October 2026, bringing the international nutrition community for major interactions on how countries can protect nutrition gains and accelerate action in a rapidly changing world. Held under the theme, “Nutrition at the Frontiers of a Changing Environment,” MNF 2026 will […]

A study conducted in Ghana has established that individuals who consume a highly pro-inflammatory diet face more than six times the risk of developing chronic kidney disease compared to those who eat anti-inflammatory foods. The research, published on May 26, 2026, in Scientific Reports, a journal within the Nature portfolio, was carried out by a […]

The Human Milk Bank at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) has made a passionate appeal to lactating mothers with excess breast milk to voluntarily donate and help save the lives of premature and vulnerable babies across the country. Dr Ophelia Ganyaglo, a paediatrician at the facility, in an interview with the Ghana News […]

Foods with added sugar are everywhere – even in some surprising places. So how easy is it to go without sugar and what difference can it make to your health? While I typically eat a healthy diet with plenty of home-cooking, I also have a sweet tooth and tend to consume a chocolate treat or […]

The Ghana Health Service, through its Tema Port Health Unit, has led a coordinated response involving key stakeholders following the discovery of a large number of dead fish washed ashore at the Tema Shipyard (Slipway). The incident was first brought to the attention of the Harbour Master and the Operations Manager of the shipyard by […]

Women, Media and Change (WOMEC), on Monday, April 13, 2026, engaged the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) to explore opportunities for collaboration aimed at strengthening nutrition-focused advocacy in Ghana. The engagement formed part of WOMEC’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness of food and nutrition issues and deepen partnerships that support the national nutrition agenda. The […]

The Institute of Community Sustainability (ICS) has announced a temporary suspension of its nationwide sensitisation campaign against the consumption of dog and cat meat following a violent attack on its Executive Director, Eric Jerry Aidoo. According to a report by 3news.com, the incident occurred in Ghana’s Northern Region while Mr. Aidoo was undertaking advocacy activities […]

As part of activities to mark Nutrition and Hydration Week, the Ghana Health Service is encouraging individuals and families to reflect on their daily eating habits and make conscious efforts to adopt healthier lifestyles. The campaign seeks to raise awareness about the importance of balanced nutrition and proper hydration in maintaining overall health and preventing […]