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  The deputy ranking member of the Select Committee on Education, Dr. Clement Apaak said students in tertiary education cannot afford the 15 percent increment in fees in the public Universities. His comments come on the back of Parliament approving a 15% maximum increment in university fees for the new academic year.  However, the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has bemoaned reports of some institutions charging 30 percent. NUGS says the move is unacceptable considering the prevailing economic hardship in the country. Throwing his support for the students, the lawmaker stated the challenges have to do with the GETFUND capping. “Students cannot afford a 15% fee increase in this shambolic economy, universities are struggling to function due to inadequate funding so want to charge students more than 15%. The de-capping of GETFUND is the solution, universities will get support, and the government must do the needful,” Dr. Apaak stated. Meanwhile, the University Students As...

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The start of a new decade brings with it new resolutions to improve one’s life, including a healthier lifestyle . Here are 6practical health tips to help you start off towards healthy living.  1. Eat a healthy diet   Eat a combination of different foods, including fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains. Adults should eat at least five portions (400g) of fruit and vegetables per day. You can improve your intake of fruits and vegetables by always including veggies in your meal; eating fresh fruit and vegetables as snacks; eating a variety of fruits and vegetables; and eating them in season. By eating healthy, you will reduce your risk of malnutrition and noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer.   2. Consume less salt and sugar   Filipinos consume twice the recommended amount of sodium, putting them at risk of high blood pressure, which in turn increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Most peopl...