Hundreds of people including representatives of government, organizations, traditional authorities, members of the university staff across the country, students and the general public attended the special event. The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) Tarkwa, has installed former President, John Agyekum Kufour, as the first Chancellor of the institution. The installation ceremony which took place
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5 Reasons Why You Should Stay In A Hostel Off Campus.
Most tertiary institutions and Universities in Ghana provide accommodation for the first year students on campus but after their first year when they have become more accustomed to the University way of life, they move to hostels located outside of campus. Some never return to campus and we have put together a few reasons why students
GIJ Matriculates new students; assures of commitment to hostel project
Accra, Sept. 8, GNA – Dr Wilberforce Dzisah, the Rector of the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ), has assured new students of the Institute of the management’s commitment to get the hostel back on track once the new governing council is inaugurated. He said although the plan to get private investors or estate developers to
GetRooms Takes 2nd Place at the Blazing Trails Networking Finale
GetRooms was the 1st runner up at the just ended Blazing Trails Networking Finale organised by the British Council in collaboration with Barclays Bank on Tuesday, September 5th. Blazing Trails is a management, entrepreneurship and leadership development programme which provides stepping blocks for recent graduates to secure a dream job or for budding entrepreneurs to
Ghana Tourism Authority closes down 21 facilities including hostels in Brong-Ahafo
The Brong-Ahafo Regional office of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has stepped up measures to ensure that operators in the hospitality industry comply with regulations and minimum standards. The office has, therefore, set-up a task force made up of the Police and officials of the Authority, to undertake an eight-day enforcement exercise to check
A Student’s Guide To Booking A Hostel
Where you will spend the next 4 months or years of your life is an important decision you have to make and it isn’t one to take lightly. Hostels differ in management, facilities and prices and so it is important to do your homework very well before choosing a hostel. Whether it’s your first time or not,
What hostel managers can do to prevent suicides in their hostel
Apart from hopelessness, depression, drugs and anxiety there are many other reasons why people commit the unpopular act of suicide. For students some of the main causes are; New environment Loss of a social network Loss of the safety net found at home Pressure academically or socially Isolation and alienation Lack of coping skills Difficulty
Important Things To Look Out For When Choosing A Hostel
Some hostels accommodate students for a semester (approximately 4 months) while others do so for a year or more. Homestels are more apartment like and may take in students for short or long term contracts which may last for over 4 years. Every hostel is different and people select them based on their needs, affordability
16 Illegal Hostels in Koforidua Closed Down by the Ghana Tourism Authority
16 illegal hostels operating in the Eastern Region have been closed down by the Ghana Tourism Authority for operating without a licence. The tourism authority regulates the activities of all accommodation establishment which includes hotels, hostels, guest houses and apartments. The hostels are Universal , Elite, Vine, Solo, Central, Mr Doe, Hallelujah, Madiba, Frontline, Hostel 99,
A New Way To Book A Hostel Room
If you have ever schooled or are still schooling in any of the Universities or tertiary institutions in Ghana then you might have had that unique experience of living in a hostel. Hostels are fun, you cook your own food, clean you room, plan your day, you are practically living on your own and for some it is their first time living apart from their parents. There are many types of hostels, from very luxurious ones which may pass as hotels and to hostels with the basics, a bed in a room.