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 Unlicensed traditional medicine practitioners to face legal action

Dr Michael Kyeremanteng

Dr Michael Kyeremanteng

 The Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) says traditional, complementary and integrative medicine practitioners who fail to re­new or secure licence with the council will face legal action.

In a statement to commemorate the African Traditional Medicine Day on August 31, 2024, the council said per Section 9 of the TMPC Act, 2000 (Act 575), it was illegal for a person to operate a premises as a practitioner or produce herbal medicine for sale without registering with the council.

The statement, signed by Dr Mi­chael Kyeremateng, Registrar, TMPC, advised all practitioners to renew or secure licences with the council to promote public safety in the adminis­tration of herbal medicines.

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“Traditional Health Practitioners (THPs) and traditional medicine are critical components of the healthcare discipline for millions of our people, especially in the rural areas.

It is through regulated practice that a meaningful contribution of the THPs in Primary Healthcare activities would be enhanced and facilitated,” the council said.

Traditional medicine refers to the knowledge, skills and practices based on the theories, beliefs and experi­ences indigenous to different cultures, used in the maintenance of health and in the prevention, diagnosis, improve­ment or treatment of physical and mental illness.

The TMPC noted that herbal treat­ments were the most popular form of traditional medicine and about 70 to 80 per cent of the population used herbal treatments as their source of primary healthcare.

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“One-third of the population lacks access to essential medicines and the provision of safe and effective tra­ditional medicines could become an important way of increasing access to healthcare services,” the statement said.

African Traditional Medicine Day is celebrated annually on August 31. The Day was es­tablished by the World Health Organisation in 2003 to recog­nise the importance of tradi­tional medicine in Africa and to promote the integration of traditional medicine into national health systems across the continent.

The day highlights the contri­butions of traditional medicine to the health and well-being of African populations.

Traditional medicine, which includes herbal medicine, spiritual healing, and indige­nous health practices, has been used for centuries in Africa and remains a vital component of healthcare for many communi­ties. –GNA

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 Kay9ice apologises to Shatta Wale

Shatta Wale (L) and Kay9ice
Shatta Wale (L) and Kay9ice

 Afro-highlife musi­cian, Kay9ice, known in private life as Philip Kay Kissi has publicly apol­ogised to award-winning dancehall musician Shatta Wale and the Shatta Move­ment following his contro­versial remarks about his song.

Kay9ice made the com­ments about Shatta Wale’s song on Adom TV’s Showtime programme with Sally Mann.

Kay9ice believes the comments passed did not sit well with the Shatta Move­ment.

Against this backdrop, in a recent interview on Wontumi TV, Kay9ice ex­pressed regret for his state­ments, clarifying that he never intended to disrespect Shatta Wale.

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“I would like to use this opportunity to apologise to all S.M fans, I might have made some comments which I never intended for it to sound wrong to the fans, I have no intention of dis­respecting such an icon,” Kay9ice added.

Kay9ice is currently promoting his latest release dubbed “Pema”, which is making waves since the release

 By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

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 ‘Valentine with Daddy Lumba’ at Grand Arena tonight

Daddy Lumba in his elements
Daddy Lumba in his elements

 Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately called Daddy Lumba is expected to thrill lovers at the Grand Arena today.

The legend on the night dubbed ‘Valentine With Daddy Lumba’ would be supported by other heavyweights like Kofi Nti, Adina, Abiana, Ofori Amponsah, Kofi Kinaata, KK Fosu, Maya Blu and C Zar among others.

According to the lead organis­er, Nabil Alhassan, the inspi­ration be­hind the event was to organise a classy programme that caters for a matured audience this Valentine period.

The event would honour legends and promote the authentic Highlife genre, which is the heartbeat of Ghanaian music.

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Nabil Alhassan said they settled on the Ghanaian music icon because as a living legend, Daddy Lumba’s impact on the music industry was unparalleled.

He urged patrons of the event to expect awe-inspiring performances from the leg­endary Daddy Lumba, who has shaped the Ghanaian music scene over generations with timeless hits, soulful melodies, and unfor­gettable lyrics.

Daddy Lumba over the years has not only entertained but inspired countless artistes and fans alike.

His ability to blend storytelling with rich instrumentation has made him a cultural icon whose music is still as relevant today as it was decades ago.

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The event would be a celebration of a legacy, a once-in-a-lifetime experience designed to honour the artistry, passion, and influence of Daddy Lumba.

 By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

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