Water Shortage Forces Suspension of Surgical Procedures at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi

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A critical water shortage at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi has compelled doctors to suspend all surgical cases with immediate effect, raising serious concerns about patient safety and healthcare delivery in the Ashanti Region. The drastic measure was taken due to the persistent lack of water, which has severely hampered the hospital's ability to maintain sterile conditions essential for surgical procedures. The Komfo Anokye Doctors Association, in a memo dated March 25, 2025, officially announced the suspension, citing the paramount importance of patient safety and security. The memo emphasized that the ongoing water crisis poses significant risks, including increased susceptibility to infections and complications during and after surgery. The doctors' association stated that they could not compromise on the health and well-being of patients under such precarious conditions. Reports indicate that the water shortage has plagued KATH since the previous week,...

West African Examinations Council Releases Provisional Results for WASSCE 2024




The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for School Candidates, 2024 (Ghana Only Version).

Key Points:

  • A total of 460,611 candidates sat for the exam, representing a 2.66% increase from 2023.
  • The results are available online at the WAEC website (www.waecgh.org).
  • WAEC cautions candidates against fraudsters who promise to upgrade results for a fee.
  • Performance in Mathematics shows an upward trend over the past four years, while performance in English Language, Social Studies, and Integrated Science fluctuates.
  • Some results have been withheld for investigation into alleged irregularities.

Performance Statistics:

  • English Language: 66.86% pass rate
  • Mathematics (Core): 58.77% pass rate
  • Integrated Science: 65.70% pass rate
  • Social Studies: 66.03% pass rate

Irregularities:

  • WAEC has canceled subject results for 4,108 candidates for bringing unauthorized materials into the exam hall.
  • Entire results have been canceled for 483 candidates for possessing mobile phones during the exam.
  • Subject and entire results have been withheld for 990 candidates for various suspected offenses.
  • The results of candidates from 319 schools are still under investigation for alleged collusion.

Conclusion:

WAEC expresses its gratitude to stakeholders for their support in conducting the examination.

Source: West African Examinations Council 

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