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Politics

Supreme Court dismisses Ecobank's bid to overturn Ofori judgment

The News

The Supreme Court has dismissed Ecobank Ghana's application to set aside an earlier ruling in favour of Daniel Ofori. The court confirmed that Ofori is entitled to monthly compounded interest at 30 per cent from June 2, 2008, to July 25, 2018, with post-judgment interest accruing at 13.5 per cent until full payment, and awarded GH¢50,000 in costs in his favour.

Why it matters

Supreme Court's final dismissal of Ecobank's appeal confirms a landmark judgment debt victory for Ghanaian litigant Daniel Ofori.

11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Politics

  1. Supreme Court dismisses Ecobank's bid to overturn Ofori judgment

    The Supreme Court has dismissed Ecobank Ghana's application to set aside an earlier ruling in favour of Daniel Ofori. The court confirmed that Ofori is entitled to monthly compounded interest at 30 per cent from June 2, 2008, to July 25, 2018, with post-judgment interest accruing at 13.5 per cent until full payment, and awarded GH¢50,000 in costs in his favour.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. South Africa's Ramaphosa refuses to resign over cash scandal

    South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected calls to resign following a scandal in which thieves stole foreign currency hidden in a sofa on his ranch. A Constitutional Court ruling has revived impeachment proceedings against him, but Ramaphosa said the judgment does not compel him to resign and pledged to defend himself against misconduct allegations.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. NDC officials obstruct anti-galamsey raid in Kobro Forest

    A joint anti-galamsey operation in Kobro Forest Reserve arrested four suspected illegal miners and seized two excavators, but NDC executives including the Jacobu NDC Chairman and Amansie Central NADMO Coordinator arrived at the scene to demand the release of suspects and block confiscation of the machinery.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. UK PM Starmer faces leadership threat after election losses

    Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer plans to announce bolder action to address major challenges facing the country in a Monday speech, as he seeks to counter growing pressure from Labour MPs calling for his resignation following heavy election losses. Several potential challengers, including Angela Rayner and Catherine West, have publicly questioned his leadership, with West threatening to trigger a formal leadership contest if his speech fails to outline a credible plan to restore the party's fortunes.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Value for Money Office to review all major public contracts

    Ghana's Finance Ministry is establishing a Value for Money Office that will scrutinise all public contracts above a specified financial threshold (estimated at $10 million) and all single-source procurements to ensure efficiency and accountability in government spending. The office will require contracts to obtain a Value for Money certificate before approval as part of broader public financial management reforms.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Office for Value for Money will reduce contract padding, create fiscal space

    Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson says the newly established Office for Value for Money will reduce inflated public contracts and wasteful government expenditure by scrutinising public procurement processes, generating savings that will create fiscal space for investment in other sectors.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. President Mahama pays tribute to mothers on Mother's Day

    President John Dramani Mahama has paid tribute to mothers across the country while expressing special appreciation to his wife, Lordina Mahama, describing her as the foundation and strength of their home in a Mother's Day message posted on May 9.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  8. COP Tiwaa advocates careful AI use in public administration

    Commissioner of Police Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, speaking at the 16th Commonwealth Regional Conference of Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Africa in Yaoundé, highlighted AI's transformative role in governance while cautioning that it must be carefully managed to avoid bias and ensure transparency. She emphasized that women and ethical leaders are essential to guide AI deployment responsibly, even when it means rejecting systems that threaten privacy or fairness despite promised efficiency gains.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Law firm alleges intimidation after lawyers arrested in PDS-ECG probe

    A leading law firm accused state investigators of intimidation and abuse of process after two of its lawyers were arrested and detained in connection with the PDS-ECG matter. The firm said media reports and social media posts, including one from the President's Spokesman, wrongly portrayed it and its lawyers as having engaged in wrongdoing.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. IMF team to complete Ghana sixth review by May 15

    An IMF mission led by Ruben Atoyan is in Ghana for a two-week sixth review of the Extended Credit Facility programme and is expected to conclude on May 15. The team is assessing performance since the fifth review, with focus on energy sector reforms, debt management, and banking issues, though some matters remain unresolved.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Koku Anyidoho says he hasn't accessed Atta Mills autopsy report

    Samuel Koku Anyidoho, former Head of Communications at the Presidency under late President John Evans Atta Mills, says he has never seen the autopsy report nearly 14 years after Mills' death in 2012 and therefore does not know the exact cause of death. Anyidoho has emphasized his concern is transparency and access to the report rather than speculation about foul play.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Oppong Nkrumah disputes Gyamfi's account of BoG losses

    Ofoase Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has criticised Sammy Gyamfi's comments on Bank of Ghana financial losses, arguing that the central bank's net equity declined by GH¢34.9 billion, not the GH¢15 billion figure Gyamfi highlighted. Oppong Nkrumah contends that separating the Bank's operating loss from its total comprehensive loss does not alter the overall impact on the country's finances.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. NPP aspirant urges united front against illegal mining

    An aspiring Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, has called on Ghanaians to put aside political differences and collectively confront illegal mining (galamsey), describing it as a national emergency that threatens the country's future through environmental destruction.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Sagnarigu MCE urges residents to support local development efforts

    The Municipal Chief Executive for Sagnarigu has called on residents to support government efforts to accelerate development in the municipality, presenting the assembly's achievements in education, health, sanitation, roads, social welfare, security, youth empowerment and local economic development at an "accounting to the people" forum.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  15. Dr Zanetor elected Pan-African Parliament Second Vice President

    Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, MP for Korle Klottey, has been elected Second Vice President of the Pan-African Parliament. She returned to Ghana on Thursday to a reception at Accra International Airport, noting the victory marks the first time a woman has held the position and the second time Ghana has held it.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  16. NPP, NDC dispute Bank of Ghana loss interpretation

    The opposition NPP and governing NDC are locked in dispute over the 2025 Bank of Ghana audited financial statements, with disagreement over whether losses should be counted as GH¢15.6 billion (the operating loss, as the government maintains) or GH¢34.9 billion (combining the operating loss with GH¢19.32 billion in Other Comprehensive Income, as the Minority argues).

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  17. Mahama signs bill ending Ghana School of Law's 66-year monopoly

    President Mahama has signed the Legal Education Reform Bill (2025) into law, dismantling the Ghana School of Law's 66-year sole authority over professional legal education in Ghana. The new law allows accredited universities to offer professional law programmes, aimed at maintaining quality standards while expanding access to legal education.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Ghana's anti-corruption institutions face judicial pressure in April–May 2026

    Ghana's anti-corruption architecture—built over three decades through the Office of the Special Prosecutor (created 2017), the Economic and Organised Crime Office, and the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice—has come under simultaneous High Court and constitutional pressure. In April and May 2026, rulings declared the OSP's independent prosecutorial mandate void and expunged an EOCO lawyer from a high-profile case, threatening to reduce the system from functioning accountability to a "formally impressive but practically defanged structure."

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. Roads Minister denies excessive convoy during official inspections

    Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza has dismissed claims of traveling with an excessively large convoy, stating that accompanying vehicles are mainly regional officials and technical teams joining inspections at various stages. He attributed the visible numbers to the government's infrastructure agenda requiring contractors to be present on project sites.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. Koku Anyidoho says he remains NDC member with valid card

    Koku Anyidoho, founder of the MILLS Institute, affirmed that he is still a bona fide member of the NDC and has not been suspended or formally removed, stating he holds a membership card. He added that he maintains cordial relations within the party and friendships with senior figures across both the NDC and the opposition NPP.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Legal analysis of Rent Control authority over student hostels

    A detailed legal examination considers whether Ghana's Rent Control Department has authority to regulate hostel prices within and around universities, analysing the Rent Act 1963 Act 220 and its applicability to both private student hostels and university-owned accommodation.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  22. Boakye Agyarko concludes NPP chairmanship campaign tour phase one

    Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko has completed the first phase of his campaign tour for NPP National Chairman, pledging to rebuild the party into a disciplined organisation capable of delivering victory for Mahamudu Bawumia in 2028. His priorities include party unification through reconciliation, improving member welfare, strengthening resource mobilisation, and upgrading party infrastructure.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Law school entrance exams abolished under Ghana's new legal education reforms

    Ghana's Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor says entrance examinations for law school admission no longer exist following the Legal Education Reform Bill, 2025, which President Mahama has assented to. The new law ends the Ghana School of Law's 66-year monopoly, allows accredited universities to offer professional legal education, and standardises admission processes across all accredited law schools.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. NPP establishes policy research office overseeing 30 committees

    The New Patriotic Party has launched a research-driven policy infrastructure centred on a Policy Coordination Office under Dr Bawumia's direction, which oversees 30 committees (23 sector-aligned and seven thematic) designed to produce technically grounded alternatives to current government programmes. The party has recruited university faculty, economists, and technical experts to ensure policy work can withstand independent scrutiny.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Activist demands Bank of Ghana disclose GHS1.39bn debt write-offs

    Samuel Bryan Buabeng has criticised the Bank of Ghana for lacking transparency regarding debts allegedly written off totalling GHS1.39 billion, after the central bank classified his Right to Information request for details as "exempt." He argues the Bank's own directives requiring the naming of "wilful defaulters" should apply to large debt write-offs, and says its decision is difficult to reconcile with public accountability standards.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. NPP sector committees address jobs, health, energy, education

    The NPP's 23 newly unveiled sector policy committees are designed to tackle the primary concerns of ordinary Ghanaians: employment, healthcare, electricity supply, and education. The committees include an Employment and Labour committee focused on private sector job creation and youth entrepreneurship, a Health Sector committee reviewing Universal Health Coverage and drug availability, and an Energy Committee tasked with developing an energy security roadmap.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. NPP launches 23-sector policy committee framework under Bawumia

    The New Patriotic Party has formally launched a 23-sector policy committee framework, positioning itself as an opposition party with government-in-waiting structures including technical committees, a Policy Coordination Office, and a deliverables schedule through 2027. According to Joy Online, no opposition party in Ghana's democratic history has assembled comparable organised policy capacity.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Value for Money law aims to cut inflated public contract costs

    Ghana's Finance Minister says a newly enacted Value for Money law will reduce inflated public sector contract costs and strengthen accountability in government spending through a dedicated Value for Money Office that will assess projects before approval, with full implementation beginning January 2027.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Roads minister assures completion of Accra–Kumasi Highway amid expressway plans

    The Roads and Highways Minister has assured contractors that the government remains committed to completing the Accra–Kumasi Highway while planning to construct a new expressway to complement it. The expressway would operate on a commercial toll basis while the existing highway continues to serve as an affordable route.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. MP seeks clarity on entrance exams under new legal education law

    Vincent Ekow Assafuah, MP for Old Tafo, has called on the government to clarify whether prospective law students will still be required to sit entrance examinations to the Ghana School of Law following presidential assent to the Legal Education Reforms Bill, 2026. He criticized remarks by the Majority Chief Whip suggesting no official advertisement had been issued for examinations scheduled for July 31, 2026, saying such comments create false expectations among students.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. President Mahama signs Value for Money Office bill into law

    President John Dramani Mahama has assented to the Value for Money Office Bill to curb inflated public sector contracts and strengthen accountability in public spending. Under the new law, all single-source procurement arrangements will be subjected to scrutiny by the proposed Value for Money Office to ensure the country obtains value for public funds spent.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Mahama assents to Value for Money Office Act

    President Mahama has signed the Value for Money Office Act 2026, establishing an independent body to oversee public spending and procurement and address inefficiencies like inflated contracts, abandoned projects, and cost overruns in government expenditure.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. ORAL cases involving Wontumi, Adu Boahene, Skytrain continue this week

    Court hearings in several high-profile cases linked to the government's "Operation Recover All Loot" (ORAL) anti-corruption and anti-illegal mining campaign are expected to continue from 11 to 15 May. Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai highlighted the government's broader efforts to uphold civil and political rights while pursuing the prosecutions.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. AG announces immediate implementation of legal education reforms

    Attorney General Dominic Ayine says the government will immediately implement Ghana's new legal education reforms following President Mahama's assent to the Legal Education Bill 2026. The reforms include dissolving the General Legal Council and establishing a new Council for Legal Education and Training to regulate and accredit institutions offering the Law Practice Course, aiming to widen access to professional legal training.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Mahama attends Africa Forward Summit in Kenya

    President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, for the Africa Forward Summit, a France-Africa partnership meeting on sustainable development and economic transformation. Mahama is scheduled to participate in sessions on green industrialisation and energy transition, international financial architecture reform, and health systems resilience.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. AWLA urges Parliament to reform spousal property laws

    The African Women Lawyers Association has renewed calls for Parliament to reform Ghana's spousal property laws, stating that decades of legislative inaction have created uncertainty and injustice for families. According to AWLA, the absence of a clear legal framework has forced courts to determine property distribution disputes case-by-case, resulting in inconsistent judicial decisions where some spouses receive less than deserved or nothing at all.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. NPP should appoint neutral persons to oversee polling station elections

    Former NEIP CEO Kofi Ofosu Nkansah has called on the New Patriotic Party to reform how it conducts polling station elections, arguing that constituency executives and MPs should no longer supervise them because they have direct interests in the outcomes. He suggests the party appoint neutral individuals with no personal interest in the elections to manage the process and ensure transparency and credibility.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. Former Law School director warns students against court challenges

    Kwaku Ansa-Asare, a former Director of the Ghana School of Law, has warned aspiring lawyers against challenging the legality of the 2026 entrance examinations in court, stating that any student who does so will lose. His warning comes amid confusion over whether the Legal Education Bill signed into law by President Mahama has immediately scrapped the controversial entrance exam.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. Oti Regional House of Chiefs begins mediation over Nkwanta conflict

    The Oti Regional House of Chiefs has announced plans to mediate a protracted conflict in Nkwanta involving the Akyode, Challa and Adele ethnic groups, with the House planning to meet representatives of the three factions in June 2026 to hear grievances and seek solutions using custom and tradition.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. High Court rejects bid to halt NSS scandal trial

    The High Court's Criminal Division 4 has rejected an oral application by the defence to stay proceedings in the National Service Scheme scandal trial. The defence counsel had sought to suspend proceedings pending a Supreme Court application challenging the constitutionality of a 2018 practice direction, but the trial court found no evidence that the Supreme Court application had been properly served.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Five remanded over NDC office demolition in Ellembelle

    Five individuals have been remanded into police custody over the alleged destruction of an NDC office complex under construction in Ellembelle District, Western Region, on May 7. The incident, in which armed men reportedly demolished sections of the building estimated at GH¢1 million, is believed connected to a land ownership dispute stemming from a 2017 purchase by the Ellembelle MP from a deceased chief.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. Roads minister ends automatic deadline extensions for contractors

    The Minister for Roads and Highways says the government will no longer grant automatic extensions to contractors working on road projects, particularly those who abandon sites or unnecessarily slow down work. The Ministry will still consider genuine challenges affecting project execution on a case-by-case basis, provided contractors demonstrate commitment.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. Ghana Police denies paper leakage and bribery in promotion exams

    The Ghana Police Service has dismissed allegations of paper leakage and bribery in a recent promotion examination as baseless and without merit, stating that the University of Cape Coast conducted the exam with integrity and credibility.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. NPP Ashanti chair hopeful confident ahead of August 2026 election

    Odeneho Kwaku Appiah (COKA), a former NPP constituency chairman in Afigya Kwabre South, has expressed confidence in winning the party's Ashanti Regional Chairmanship election scheduled for August 8, 2026, citing his years of service and grassroots engagement in the region.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Mustapha Hamid defends NPP vice-chair bid amid criticism

    Former National Petroleum Authority CEO Mustapha Abdul Hamid has responded to attacks since declaring his candidacy for National Vice Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, saying the criticism shows he is "the man to beat" and strengthens his resolve to continue his campaign.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  46. President Mahama signs Legal Education and Value for Money bills

    President John Dramani Mahama has signed the Legal Education Bill and the Value for Money Office Act into law. The Legal Education Bill will overhaul Ghana's legal training framework by authorizing accreditation of additional law schools, while the Value for Money Office Act establishes oversight for public sector spending and government contracts.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  47. Old Tafo MP demands clarity on Ghana School of Law entrance exams

    The Member of Parliament for Old Tafo has called on the government to clarify whether prospective law students will still be required to sit entrance examinations to the Ghana School of Law following the President's assent to the Legal Education Reforms Bill 2025, with students seeking answers on whether an examination scheduled for July 31, 2026, will proceed.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Business

  1. Nigerian airlines face disruptions amid jet fuel shortages and costs

    Rising jet fuel prices and supply shortages are causing flight delays, route adjustments, and extended crew duty periods across Nigeria's aviation sector, with industry groups citing safety concerns and airlines reporting routes becoming commercially unsustainable.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Microsoft data center project in Kenya delayed over payment terms

    Microsoft and UAE-based AI firm G42's $1 billion data center project in Kenya has stalled over disagreements with the Kenyan government regarding guaranteed annual payments for capacity, Bloomberg reported. Kenya's principal secretary says talks are ongoing and not failed, with power requirements still under discussion.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ecobank, AGRA partner to improve African agricultural financing

    Ecobank Group and AGRA announced a strategic partnership to strengthen Africa's agricultural ecosystem through improved access to finance for agribusinesses, farmer organisations, and value chain actors. The partnership will use blended finance and tailored financial products to support agribusiness SMEs, smallholder farmers, and women and youth-led enterprises.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Mahama launches 1,000-unit green housing project in Bosomtwe

    President John Mahama has cut sod for the Green City Housing Project at Dedesua in the Bosomtwe District, a 200-acre development by the State Housing Company Limited expected to deliver over 1,000 housing units with modern designs and environmental sustainability, while creating jobs and economic opportunities in the region.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  5. Digital lending expands in Ghana; MML CEO urges responsible borrowing

    The Chief Executive Officer of Mobile Money Limited says digital lending has rapidly expanded across Ghana and Africa, improving credit access for first-time borrowers, but calls for stronger consumer protection measures, transparency in pricing, and financial discipline from both lenders and customers.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  6. Heath Goldfields pays US$22m for inherited worker entitlements

    Heath Goldfields Limited has paid US$22 million to settle outstanding entitlements owed to past and present workers of Bogoso-Prestea Mine, including severance, unpaid salaries, and provident fund benefits inherited from the previous operator Future Global Resources. The company had previously paid US$9.5 million in arrears and has since refurbished the mine site.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  7. Ghana private sector new orders rise while output contracts in April

    New orders in Ghana's private sector continued to rise in April but business activity fell for the third time in four months, with the S&P Global Ghana Purchasing Managers' Index posting 50.3 in April, down from 51.4 in March. Input costs increased for the first time in six months as employment and purchasing activity continued to expand despite renewed increases in both input costs and output prices.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  8. WAPCo awards 70 scholarships to students in seven communities

    The West African Gas Pipeline Company has awarded scholarships to 70 students from seven host communities, bringing its total number of education support beneficiaries to 673 over 12 years. The students will pursue programmes in engineering, law, medicine, pharmacy, nursing and other disciplines at various universities.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  9. GIMPA launches tech fair to drive innovation collaboration

    The Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) held the launch of the GIMPA Tech Fair & Industry Showcase 2026 on April 16, bringing together approximately 300 participants from government, industry, academia, and students under the theme "Innovating for Impact: Technology Solutions for Ghana's Future." Deputy Rector Professor Ebenezer Adaku stressed the importance of strengthening collaboration between academia and industry, while senior government and energy sector officials outlined commitments to advancing digital infrastructure and research opportunities.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Ghana Publishing Company profit surges to GH¢16.9m in 2025

    Ghana Publishing Company Limited reported a profit after tax of GH¢16.9 million in 2025, up from GH¢2.2 million in 2024, driven by increased core revenue (GH¢72 million from GH¢60 million) and reduced total expenditure (GH¢53 million from GH¢57 million), with administrative expenses falling sharply through lower spending on seminars, travel, and staff motivation costs.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Sagnarigu Assembly develops four modern markets with facilities

    The Sagnarigu Municipal Assembly in the Northern Region has completed four modern markets with ancillary facilities including commercial sheds, washrooms, clinics, crèches and Police posts to boost local economy and trading activities. The projects, highlighted at the Assembly's "Accounting to the People" forum, include facilities at multiple locations such as Jisonayili and Kalpohin markets.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Upper East minister inaugurates 24-Hour Economy Market in Kassena-Nankana West

    The Upper East Regional Minister has cut the sod for construction of a 24-Hour Economy Market in Nania, Kassena-Nankana West District, part of the government's flagship initiative to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and improve livelihoods. The market, to be executed by Sunlu Ghana Limited, will comprise 21 facilities including shops, food courts, cold stores, a clinic, and other amenities, with completion expected within 18 months.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. ECG revives two stalled power infrastructure projects in Kumasi

    The Electricity Company of Ghana has revived two stalled projects in Kumasi: a link from Anwomaso Bulk Supply Point to Kaase and a link from Ridge Bulk Supply Point through Neoplan Primary Substation to Barekese. The ECG is undertaking the upgrades to address capacity constraints at substations and feeders that have caused frequent power outages and low voltage in the region.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. North Tongu Assembly launches 24-hour economy market at Juapong

    The North Tongu District Assembly has handed over a site for construction of an ultra-modern 24-hour economy market at Juapong in the Volta Region, aimed at enhancing commercial activities and creating jobs. NIMANT Company Limited will serve as contractor and PPMC as consultants for the project.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over TV box image

    Pop star Dua Lipa has filed a $15m lawsuit against Samsung, alleging it used her photograph on television packaging without permission. The image was taken during her 2024 Austin City Limits Festival performance, and Lipa's legal team says Samsung ignored repeated demands to stop the infringement.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Ghana's GDP growth must benefit ordinary citizens broadly

    Ghana has risen to become Africa's 8th largest economy with a GDP estimated at $118 billion, but economic success should be measured by whether ordinary citizens experience tangible improvements in daily life—including job creation, affordability, healthcare, education, and standard of living—rather than GDP size alone.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  17. Dangote considers Mombasa for 650,000-barrel East African refinery

    Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote is examining Kenya's Mombasa port as a site for a 650,000-barrel-a-day oil refinery he intends to build in East Africa, estimated to cost $15–17 billion. He cited Mombasa's larger, deeper port and Kenya's larger economy compared to Tanzania's Tanga, the alternative location being discussed by East African governments.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  18. Fitch upgrades Ghana's sovereign credit rating to B

    Fitch Ratings upgraded Ghana's sovereign credit rating from B- to B with a Positive Outlook, citing strong economic growth, declining public debt, improved fiscal discipline, and rising international reserves as evidence of the country's recovery from debt restructuring and fiscal consolidation.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. PURC Volta/Oti resolves 98.67% of utility complaints in Q1

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission's Volta/Oti regional office resolved 892 of 904 complaints against the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited in the first quarter of 2026, marking the highest performance in the past five years. Quality of service issues dominated complaints, with 717 ECG complaints concerning power outages and low voltage, and all 169 GWL complaints about water supply disruptions.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  20. Fibre cable destruction costs telecoms US$69.3 million in five years

    Telecommunications companies in Ghana have lost an estimated US$69.3 million to repairs caused by fibre-optic cable destruction between 2021 and 2025, with 33,878 fibre cuts recorded nationwide. The damage, largely caused by excavation works by road contractors and private developers, disrupts internet services, mobile money operations, and banking transactions, undermining Ghana's digital transformation agenda.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  21. Kejetia Phase Two market cost rises to €305 million

    The cost of completing Phase Two of Kumasi's Kejetia Central Market redevelopment has increased from €248 million to over €305 million, according to the Minister for Local Government. The rise is attributed to delays, unpaid contractor claims, and project suspensions following the halt of construction in 2024.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  22. SEC positions virtual assets as capital market growth driver

    Ghana's Securities and Exchange Commission says it is positioning virtual assets and financial technology as a key driver of capital market development, with plans to begin licensing fintech firms by the end of 2026. The SEC is working with the Bank of Ghana to develop a long-term framework for virtual assets while balancing financial innovation with investor protection and market stability.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  23. Ghana cedi weakens 1.64% against dollar in two weeks

    The Ghana cedi depreciated 1.64% against the dollar to GH¢11.28 in the interbank market over a two-week period, with year-to-date depreciation averaging 7.8% against major currencies as of 8 May 2026. Databank Research attributes the weakness to sustained import demand and cautious forex supply, though expects the cedi to remain within a GH¢10.95-11.35 range pending IMF approval of a US$385 million Extended Credit Facility.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Institute warns of GH¢600m fuel tax losses since 2020

    The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy has raised alarm over what it says are massive revenue leakages in Ghana's petroleum sector, reporting that more than 200 million litres of fuel cannot be accounted for between 2020 and 2025, resulting in tax revenue losses exceeding GH¢600 million. The institute cites weak monitoring systems at ports and throughout the petroleum distribution chain and calls for stricter enforcement, including real-time fuel tracking systems.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. HR Business Partners must align strategy with people strategy

    Deloitte Ghana's Head of People and Purpose says HR Business Partners play critical roles in aligning business strategy with people strategy to drive organisational success, and the function has evolved beyond traditional HR administration to serve as a key driver of business performance.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Bank of Ghana reported GH¢15.6 billion loss in 2025

    The Bank of Ghana reported a GH¢15.6 billion loss for 2025 alongside deepening negative equity, with observers questioning whether the central bank's stabilization efforts during Ghana's economic turbulence have left it financially weakened despite contributing to easing inflation, exchange rate stability, and improved investor confidence.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Ghana Publishing posts record profit on revenue growth, cost cuts

    Ghana Publishing Company Limited achieved its highest profit in recent years—GH¢16.96 million in 2025—driven by a nearly 20% increase in revenue to GH¢72.85 million and an 8% reduction in expenditure to approximately GH¢53 million.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Fitch upgrades Ghana's credit rating to B with positive outlook

    Fitch Ratings upgraded Ghana's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating from B- to B with a Positive Outlook, citing a sharp decline in the public debt-to-GDP ratio, strong fiscal consolidation, cedi appreciation, and growth in international reserves. Ghana's public debt is projected to fall to 46 per cent of GDP next year, below the "B" median forecast of 51 per cent.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  29. BoG Deputy Governor advocates for unified instant payment systems

    Bank of Ghana First Deputy Governor Dr. Zakari Mumuni called for collaboration among regulators, financial institutions, and fintech companies to develop inclusive instant payment systems across Africa. He warned that fragmented payment systems continue to limit economic integration despite progress in expanding financial access.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  30. MTN CEO urges stronger digital finance rules across Africa

    MTN Ghana CEO Ralph Mupita has called for stronger rules and regulations to combat fraud and digital scams in Africa's digital financial systems. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit in Accra, Mupita emphasized that telecommunications operators play a critical role in expanding financial service access and advancing digital finance transformation across the continent.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  31. Growing companies must hire strategically, not rush to fill roles

    Many Ghanaian businesses scaling rapidly across fintech, real estate, agribusiness, logistics, and health services are hiring fast but poorly, leading to high turnover, wrong hires, and cultural strain. Workforce planning aligned with business direction is essential for survival in Ghana's high-growth market.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  32. Sierra Leone President commissions WAICA Reinsurance headquarters

    President Julius Maada Bio commissioned the headquarters building of WAICA Reinsurance Corporation Plc in Freetown, describing it as a significant milestone for Sierra Leone and the West African financial sector. The commissioning fulfills a commitment from a 2011 agreement that established the institution in the country.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  33. Bank of Ghana's GH¢96.3bn negative equity explained through money creation mechanics

    An analysis of the Bank of Ghana's 2025 financial results, focusing on how the institution's GH¢96.3bn negative equity accumulated as residue of money created for public purposes whose costs were never recovered, and explaining the mechanics of modern monetary system operations through central bank and commercial banking functions.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  34. Treasury bill rate decline tests Ghana's banking sector resilience

    Ghana's Treasury Bill rates have dropped significantly to 10.88%–15.74% as of early 2026, down from over 35% in 2022/2023, ending a high-yield era for banks that had profited from government securities while productive sectors struggled under high borrowing costs. The shift marks a fundamental reset of the financial system as inflation falls below 5%.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Bank of Ghana to establish fintech innovation hubs nationwide

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana announced plans to establish fintech innovation hubs across the country to support startups and innovators in developing digital financial solutions. The central bank is also developing a dedicated legal and regulatory framework for fintech companies to ensure clarity, investor confidence and responsible innovation while protecting consumers and ensuring financial stability.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. GCB Bank rewards five customers with World Cup trip

    GCB Bank PLC rewarded five lucky customers with an all-expenses-paid trip to the upcoming FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico through its 'Pa-To-Pa' savings campaign, which rewarded customers who consistently deposited multiples of GH¢300 into their accounts.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  37. Ghana expands pension coverage through data-driven inclusion for informal workers

    Ghana is exploring data-driven approaches to extend pension coverage to informal sector workers, using digital financial services and data from mobile money platforms and digital identity systems to design more responsive products. However, this shift raises questions about privacy, consent, fairness, and accountability for workers with limited financial and digital literacy.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  38. Ghana's investment sector should adopt GIPS compliance standards

    The Ghanaian investment industry lacks standardized global performance reporting practices, affecting investor confidence and credibility. Adoption of the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS), developed by the CFA Institute, is presented as essential for Ghana to position itself as a West African financial hub and attract domestic and international capital.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  39. Lower Treasury Bill rates reset Ghana's financial system

    As Treasury Bill rates have declined to 10.88%–15.74% from over 35% in 2022–2023 and inflation has dropped below 5%, Ghana's banks face a shift away from high-yield government securities toward lending to productive sectors, ending an era in which banks made extraordinary profits through government lending while industries struggled with high borrowing costs.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  40. Bank technology invisibility: resilience behind seamless customer service

    Banking technology is most effective when invisible to customers; the true measure of a bank's systems is whether disruptions are felt by users rather than whether failures occur. Real-time payment infrastructure and digital banking have shifted customer expectations in Ghana from accepting delays and branch visits to demanding continuous, instant access across all hours and devices.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  41. Fidelity Bank sponsors Toastmasters conference on African leadership

    Fidelity Bank Ghana was title sponsor of the 12th District 94 Toastmasters Annual Conference in Accra, where the bank's Divisional Director for Retail Banking argued that Africa's development challenge is not a shortage of talent but a gap in platforms and investment to develop leadership.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  42. SEC seeks diaspora investment amid strong stock exchange performance

    Ghana's Securities and Exchange Commission is working to attract diaspora and foreign investors, citing improved economic conditions and describing the Ghana Stock Exchange as one of Africa's best-performing exchanges in 2024 and the first quarter of this year.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. SEC, Ghana Embassy discuss capital market investment opportunities

    The Securities and Exchange Commission of Ghana met with Ghana's Ambassador to the United States to discuss strengthening investment flows into Ghana's capital markets and expanding diaspora participation. The SEC delegation highlighted strong Ghana Stock Exchange performance amid improving economic stability and lower interest rates, while the Ambassador emphasized linking diaspora and foreign investors with opportunities in Ghana.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. Ecobank and Proparco mobilise €300m for Africa agriculture and women entrepreneurs

    Ecobank Group and Proparco Groupe AFD have signed a partnership agreement to mobilise up to €300 million over three years to support agricultural value chains and women-led businesses across 33 African countries, using financial instruments including portfolio guarantees, co-financing, and trade finance.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Trade Minister meets UK, Chinese envoys on investment cooperation

    Ghana's Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare held separate meetings with the UK High Commissioner and Chinese envoy to discuss strengthening trade, investment, and economic cooperation, including attracting foreign direct investment and boosting local manufacturing. The UK High Commissioner reaffirmed commitment to a Ghana–UK Investment Summit scheduled for June 1–2, 2026 in London, which President Mahama is expected to attend.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. QNET denies link to Canada travel scam arrest in Ghana

    QNET, an international wellness company, has condemned an alleged Canada travel scam in which over 100 Ghanaians were arrested by the Ghana Police Service's anti-human trafficking unit after being deceived by a scheme falsely represented as QNET. The company dissociated itself from the fraudulent activities and urged the public to verify travel and recruitment offers through official channels.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  47. MTN VP urges ethical mainstreaming in corporate leadership

    MTN Group Senior Vice President Ebenezer Asante has called for organisations to shift focus from profitability to purpose, arguing that the central crisis is not profit but orientation. Speaking at the Arganbright Partners Convergence Conference in Accra, he introduced the "Senseholder Value Accountability Framework" to help organisations recalibrate their ethical compass and address blind spots in their operations.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Mining & Energy

  1. Oil prices surge as Trump rejects Iran's war-ending proposal

    Oil prices rose sharply in Asian trading after President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran, responding through Pakistan as mediator, called for an immediate end to the conflict and guarantees against further US-Israeli attacks, while Brent crude rose 3.8% to $105.20 a barrel and US crude increased 4% to $99.30.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Mining company redefines corporate responsibility through community investment

    Underground Mining Alliance–Subika has invested in community infrastructure and health services in the Ahafo region over five years, including commissioning a GH₵700,000 walkway at Asutifi North Government Hospital and funding medical equipment and life-saving surgeries under Operations Manager Kim Taylor's leadership.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Gold Fields dispute with E&P contractor heads to Ghana arbitration

    Gold Fields and mining contractor Engineers & Planners Co. are proceeding to arbitration over a $740 million dispute, with E&P claiming $474.9 million for work at the Tarkwa mine and $264.7 million for the Damang asset. E&P alleges underpayment for services performed at both operations.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Dangote considers 650,000-barrel-a-day refinery in Kenya

    Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote is considering Mombasa, Kenya as the site for a new oil refinery, citing Kenya's larger economy and deeper port compared to Tanzania's Tanga, and estimated the project would cost $15 billion to $17 billion. Dangote said he would follow President Ruto's direction on the matter.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Ewoyaa lithium project stalled despite Parliament's lease ratification

    Parliament's ratification of Ghana's first lithium mining lease to Barari DV Ghana Limited (a subsidiary of Atlantic Lithium) was expected to trigger visible activity at the Ewoyaa site, but weeks later the project still appears largely quiet. The three-year delay in securing parliamentary ratification left the project in regulatory limbo, making it difficult for the young mining company to secure funding, strategic investors, and offtake agreements from partners unwilling to commit capital while the legal and fiscal framework remained uncertain.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Interim committee visits Eastern Nzema Traditional Council

    An Interim Management Committee appointed by government to oversee ADAMUS Resources Limited, a gold prospecting company in Ellembelle District, called on the Paramount Chief of Eastern Nzema Traditional Council. The visit followed the government's revocation of three mining leases held by ADAMUS Resources after the Minerals Commission found the company had breached mining laws by releasing its concession to a foreign company allegedly engaged in illegal mining.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Gold sector strengthens Ghana's growth and external stability

    Fitch Ratings says Ghana's gold sector has driven economic growth and external stability through high global prices and increased output, boosting export earnings and international reserves. The agency projects Ghana's current account will remain in surplus in the near term, though it may narrow as import demand rises and commodity prices moderate.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Heath Goldfields pays $22m severance to ex-workers

    Heath Goldfields has paid approximately 22 million US dollars in severance packages to about 98 per cent of 212 former workers of the Bogoso Prestea Mine, addressing legacy debts from the previous operator. The payments marked the end of years of financial uncertainty for workers and their families following the mine's earlier collapse.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  9. Energy Minister pledges reliable power supply for Kumasi region

    The Minister for Energy and Green Transition has assured Kumasi and Ashanti Region residents of sustainable power supply as the ministry upgrades transformers and installs new ones, with improvements expected by the end of the third quarter. The minister visited ECG and GRIDCo facilities and said the government aims to address power instability and eliminate load shedding in the region.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  10. Expert urges review of Petroleum Act for TOR crude supply

    Benjamin Nsiah of the Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy calls for Ghana's Petroleum Act to be reviewed to guarantee consistent allocation of locally produced crude oil to the Tema Oil Refinery, arguing that domestic feedstock is critical to reviving the refinery's operations. He expresses concerns that TOR's financial position makes it unlikely the refinery can sustain plans to import crude from the West African region given rising global energy and shipping costs.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Energy Minister tours GRIDCo power projects in Kumasi

    The Energy and Green Transition Minister toured ongoing power infrastructure projects in Kumasi being executed by GRIDCo, aimed at improving electricity supply and strengthening the national grid. The inspection is part of the Ministry's assessment of critical energy infrastructure projects to improve power delivery and enhance grid reliability in the Ashanti Region.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Ghana pushes carbon market participation for climate financing

    Ghana is working to unlock climate financing through carbon markets, leveraging forest resources and policy frameworks, but faces constraints in project development, measurement systems, and regulatory frameworks. The Minister of State for Climate Change said deepening carbon market participation is among the country's near-term priorities alongside renewable energy and climate-resilient infrastructure.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  13. Global oil prices forecast to stay above $100 this year

    JP Morgan predicts oil will remain in the "low $100s" for much of the year even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens soon, as supplies would not return to normal service quickly. Brent crude rose above $105 a barrel following tensions between the US and Iran over ceasefire negotiations.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Agriculture & Land

  1. COCOBOD launches new financing framework to cut offshore borrowing

    Ghana's Cocoa Board plans to introduce a new financing framework starting in the 2026/2027 crop season to reduce dependence on syndicated loans that require between 70 and 92 per cent of cocoa production to be collateralised to offshore financiers. The new model will use commercial paper, domestic liquidity, and institutional investor support, with periodic price reviews to improve stability for cocoa farmers.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Abandoned 1D1F starch factory overrun with weeds in Assin South

    A multi-million-dollar cassava starch processing facility at Kyekyewere in Assin South District, jointly financed by the African Development Bank, IFAD, and Ghana's government, now stands abandoned and overgrown after construction stalled around 2019 due to funding shortfalls, procurement delays, and logistical challenges. The facility was intended to create jobs, reduce post-harvest losses, and produce starch and related products for local and export markets.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Sunyani committee pledges to stop multiple land sales, litigations

    The newly inaugurated Sunyani Customary Lands Secretariat Committee has pledged to work with stakeholders to address multiple land sales and emerging disputes within Sunyani Stool lands. The committee chairman urged prospective buyers and landowners to consult the Secretariat and be transparent in their dealings to ensure sustainable land management and prevent threats to peace and security.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. COCOBOD to introduce new cocoa sector funding model

    Ghana's Cocoa Board is nearing completion of a new funding model for implementation in the 2026/27 cocoa season, which will replace the three-decade-old syndicated loan system. The model aims to ensure price stability and sustainable farmer income by using instruments such as commercial paper and commercial notes, while maintaining the 70 percent FOB price payment to farmers.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  5. Government explores egg powder processing to ease poultry gluts

    The government is considering processing surplus eggs into powdered and other value-added forms to address recurring gluts in the poultry industry and reduce farmers' losses. The initiative will be part of the proposed National Poultry Master Plan, which aims to stabilise market prices, extend shelf life, and reduce post-harvest losses.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. COCOBOD develops new cocoa sector funding model for 2026/2027

    Ghana's Cocoa Board is completing modalities for a new funding model to be implemented in the 2026/2027 crop season, moving away from the current system of syndicated loans backed by forward cocoa sales. The model will feature periodic pricing reviews and mobilise capital through commercial paper, commercial notes, and domestic institutional investors to ensure price stability and sustainable farmer incomes.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  7. CARE International and Cargill launch fourth phase of PROSPER programme

    CARE International and Cargill have officially launched the fourth phase of the PROSPER cocoa-sector development project at inception events in the Western North region, expanding to 20 additional communities in Sefwi Akontombra, Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai, and Sefwi Wiawso. The third phase reached over 364,000 people across 265 communities and delivered improvements in women's economic empowerment, food security, and market access.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. AAK disburses over 170 million GHS to women shea collectors

    AAK has begun distributing over 13 million EUR (170 million GHS) in interest-free, obligation-free pre-financing to women shea collectors in Northern Ghana ahead of the shea season through its Kolo Nafaso program, which now has 275,000 women participants as of April 2026.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Society

  1. Driver fined GH¢1,800 for traffic violations in Ashanti Region

    A 26-year-old driver was fined GH¢1,800 by Toase District Court after pleading guilty to driving without a valid insurance certificate and using a mobile phone while driving. Officers from the Nkawie Divisional MTTD spotted him driving a Honda Accord minibus with an expired insurance certificate while using a communication device.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Jealous ex-boyfriend allegedly sets rival's house ablaze in Jema

    A suspected jealous ex-boyfriend allegedly set a house ablaze at Jema in Bono East in the early hours of Sunday after threatening his ex-girlfriend's new partner. The occupants escaped unhurt but property was destroyed; the suspect remains at large and police investigations are pending.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Voxy driver sentenced to two months for viral dangerous driving

    A Toyota Voxy driver, Richard Agyarko, has been jailed for two months in hard labour and ordered to pay GH¢3,120 in fines by La Motor Court for flouting traffic regulations, including driving on the wrong side of the road and careless driving on the Kumasi-Accra highway. The driver's reckless conduct, captured in a viral video, led to his arrest and conviction on his own plea.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Police inspector arrested, remanded for alleged MoMo vendor robbery

    A police inspector stationed at Asuoyeboah Police Station in Ashanti Region was arrested and interdicted following alleged involvement in a robbery attack on a mobile money vendor in Kumasi. A search of his residences recovered a gas pistol, ammunition, and GH¢9,835 in cash; he was remanded in police custody pending trial on May 29.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Cyber-attackers increasingly threatening physical violence alongside ransom demands

    Cyber-attacks are surging globally; in the US, reported instances rose from 288,012 in 2015 to 1,008,597 in 2025, with financial losses reaching $20.8bn. An increasing number of cybercriminals are now threatening physical violence against victims and negotiators to extort money, beyond traditional data theft and system lockdowns.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. NDC officials allegedly interfere in anti-galamsey arrests at Kobro Forest

    Four suspected illegal miners were arrested during a joint anti-galamsey operation at Kobro Forest in the Ashanti Region, with two excavators and other equipment seized. The operation reportedly faced interference when NDC Chairman for Jacobu and NADMO Coordinator for Amansie Central attempted to secure the suspects' release and demand return of confiscated equipment, according to the Logist Group Company Limited operations manager.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. NTC urges 42,000 unqualified teachers to get licenses by year-end

    The National Teaching Council has warned that teachers without professional qualifications and licences by the end of the year could face sanctions from the Ghana Education Service. The Council says all unqualified teachers in classrooms must enroll in an ongoing fast-track teacher education programme to regularise their status.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Women with disabilities call for African Disability Protocol ratification

    Women with disabilities in Ghana are urging the government to fast-track ratification of the African Disability Protocol, which they say will strengthen disability-inclusive policies and protect the rights of persons with disabilities, especially women and girls. A Member of Parliament representing persons with disabilities assured stakeholders of government commitment and said civil society organisations would engage Parliament and the gender committee to advance the process.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Ghana Police 2026 competitive exam opens advancement for Chief Inspectors

    The 2026 Ghana Police Competitive Promotional Examination aims to address a long-standing bottleneck at the Chief Inspector rank, which previously limited advancement to higher ranks. The author, a serving Chief Inspector and exam candidate, describes the examination as the most inclusive, transparent, and competitive police college entrance exam in recent history.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Bekwai MP pledges educational support for physically challenged BECE student

    The Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei, has pledged support for a physically challenged candidate who sat for this year's Basic Education Certificate Examination and reaffirmed his commitment to expanding educational support for students in the constituency through schemes including the School Starter Pack Scholarship Scheme.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Twenty-eight Ghanaian trafficking victims rescued from Côte d'Ivoire

    Twenty-eight Ghanaian nationals, mostly young people, were rescued from a human trafficking network in Côte d'Ivoire and repatriated to Ghana on May 10, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The victims are assisting with investigations to dismantle the trafficking network and prosecute those involved.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Ghanaian MP attends WHO preeclampsia summit in Kigali

    Lambussie MP Titus Beyuo participated in the World Health Organisation's Preeclampsia Global Summit in Kigali, where he joined 140 international experts to discuss strategies for reducing maternal deaths linked to the condition. He highlighted Ghana's free primary healthcare policy as a transformative intervention with potential to improve maternal healthcare outcomes.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Ghana launches Free Primary Healthcare policy targeting 150 underserved districts

    The Health Minister announced the Free Primary Healthcare programme at a launch in Dambai, Oti Region, aimed at removing financial and geographical barriers to healthcare access. The first phase targets 150 underserved districts and will provide free preventive, diagnostic, and curative services at community facilities for NHIA card holders, including treatment for malaria, cholera, maternal and child health services, and management of non-communicable diseases.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Stakeholders use social media to reduce HIV among young Ghanaians

    Ghana's HIV and AIDS response stakeholders are intensifying efforts to curb new infections among young people aged 15 to 24 by leveraging social media platforms for education and behaviour change, through the Adolescent Girls and Young Women Project led by Hope for Future Generations in collaboration with the National AIDS Control Programme.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. NEWDA campaigns for Ghana to ratify African Disability Protocol

    The Network of Women with Disabilities, Africa (NEWDA) has intensified advocacy efforts for Ghana to ratify the African Disability Protocol, describing the move as critical to protecting the rights and dignity of women with disabilities. The advocacy was launched in Accra during a workshop organised in collaboration with the Women with Disability Development and Advocacy Organisation (WODAO).

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. GFD reaffirms support for mothers of children with disabilities

    The Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations reiterated its commitment to supporting mothers of children with disabilities, with its associate organisation, the Inclusive Family Alliance, advocating for parents' inclusion in policy discussions and committee meetings.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. GEC Women's Ministry calls for peace amid xenophobia

    The Women's Ministry of the Global Evangelical Church has called for an end to xenophobic attacks in South Africa and escalating global conflicts on Mother's Day, urging mothers and women to champion peace, unity, and respect for human life rather than violence and hatred.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  18. Youth skills and mentorship crucial for Ghana's economic future

    Ghana faces a demographic challenge with more than one third of the population under 15 and youth unemployment around 12.1 per cent; the country must improve education and skills training, as nearly 360,000 secondary school graduates complete their studies annually yet only 35 per cent progress to tertiary education, leaving over 240,000 young people unable to find jobs.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. Viral reckless driving stunt leads to court conviction

    A Toyota Voxy driver, Agyarko Richard, was convicted at the La Motor Court after a viral social media video showed him dangerously navigating traffic and driving on the wrong side of the road on the Kumasi-Accra highway. He was sentenced to pay 260 penalty units (GH¢3,120) or serve 15 days imprisonment in hard labour.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  20. Hatch House Foundation donates mechanised borehole to school

    The Hatch House Foundation has handed an ultramodern mechanised borehole to Assin Odumase Roman Catholic Basic School in the Assin Fosu Municipality of the Central Region. The Foundation's Administrator said the project would benefit over 2,000 pupils and was prompted by a tragic incident in which a pupil was hit by a vehicle while searching for drinking water.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  21. Wesley Girls' 2005 cohort conducts Mother's Day outreach in Amasaman

    The 2005 Year Group of Wesley Girls' High School organised a Mother's Day community outreach at Amasaman, supporting vulnerable mothers and families by settling medical bills and distributing welfare items, as part of activities leading to the school's 190th Speech Day celebrations.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Christian Council condemns public nudity at Karnival Kingdom Festival

    The Christian Council of Ghana has condemned acts of public nudity at the Karnival Kingdom Festival held April 22–28, saying the conduct violates Ghanaian law and undermines the country's moral and cultural values. The Council also expressed concern over reports that participants engaged in such acts received police protection, and called for a full investigation into the event's circumstances.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Ghana Medical Trust Fund spends GH¢4.8m on life-saving treatments

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund has spent over GH¢4.8 million supporting persons with chronic illnesses across the country, covering heart and brain surgeries, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and orthopaedic procedures at 11 hospitals. Beneficiaries have ranged from six-month-old infants to 85-year-olds.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Ghana's patient support programme launches nationwide in June 2026

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund's Nationwide Patient Support Programme will officially begin in June 2026 after a successful pilot phase involving 50 patients who received treatment support for major medical conditions including heart surgeries, brain surgeries, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, with over 4.8 million expended so far.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Police arrest three over Indian hemp seizure and bribery attempt

    The Eastern Regional Police Command arrested three suspects following an intelligence-led operation in which officers seized 1,600 parcels of suspected Indian hemp from two trucks near Akosombo-Bonya. A suspect reportedly offered GH¢100,000 as a bribe to police officers during the operation.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Softcare backs May 9 Stadium Disaster 25th anniversary commemoration

    Softcare Sanitary Pad has supported activities by the May 9 Foundation to mark the 25th anniversary of the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster, which claimed more than 126 lives during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko. The foundation continues support programmes for victims' families and has partnered with the Shen Yang and Shen Yuet Children's Heart Foundation, enabling 117 children to undergo surgeries for hole-in-heart conditions at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Ayanfuri sub-chief dies from accidental gun discharge at funeral

    The Mmratehene of Ayanfuri Traditional Area in the Diaso District, Nana Kwabena Okyere, died after a pump-action gun discharged during a funeral musketry display on 9 May 2026, causing a severe abdominal wound. He was pronounced dead at Ayanfuri Pentecost Hospital while receiving emergency treatment.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. KIVO donates to support families of May 9 stadium disaster victims

    KIVO has donated through the May 9 Foundation to support families affected by the Accra Sports Stadium stampede on May 9, 2001, which killed more than 126 people during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko. The donation marked the 25th anniversary of the disaster, which remains Africa's worst sports tragedy.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. One Million Coders admits 30,000 participants; nationwide training underway

    The One Million Coders Programme has admitted approximately 30,000 applicants and begun nationwide training, with the implementation committee reporting about 119,896 total applications and registrations. The application portal remains open with admissions to continue on a rolling basis.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. Government distributes 8,500 laptops to One Million Coders centres

    The government has distributed 8,500 laptops to centres participating in the One Million Coders Programme to improve access to digital skills training. All 158 centres currently participating in the initiative have been equipped with the devices, and internet connectivity is also being deployed to support online learning.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. One Million Coders Programme open to all Ghanaians with Ghana Card

    All Ghanaians with a valid Ghana Card are eligible for the government's free One Million Coders Programme, which offers training in technology-related fields to build Ghana's digital workforce. The initiative is open to people from different educational and professional backgrounds, though some applicants have experienced challenges with facial verification during the registration process.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Energy analyst questions police failure to arrest hit-and-run driver

    Energy analyst Kwadwo Poku has criticized the police for failing to arrest the driver in the hit-and-run death of Charles Amissah, questioning the effectiveness of Accra's surveillance infrastructure including CCTV cameras on Huawei poles at major intersections.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. One Million Coders Programme targets 300,000 trainees in 2026

    The government's One Million Coders Programme aims to train 300,000 people in 2026 through universities, district-level centres, and community partnerships. The free initiative, open to all Ghanaians with a Ghana Card, is part of a broader digital transformation agenda to equip people with technology skills for employment and entrepreneurship.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. Otumfuo receives May 9 Foundation delegation during anniversary commemoration

    The Asantehene welcomed members of the May 9 Foundation and children who have undergone successful heart surgeries at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, as part of the 25th anniversary of the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster. According to the foundation, 117 children have undergone successful surgeries over the past two years.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Ghana faces severe midwife shortage, urgent strategy needed

    Ghana is experiencing a severe shortage of midwives, compounded by an estimated 3,000 nurses and midwives leaving annually for better conditions abroad. The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association calls for a comprehensive national strategy addressing workforce distribution, working conditions, professional development, and rural-urban disparities.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. Housing supply deficit key to tackling Ghana's rent abuse crisis

    Private legal practitioner Victoria Bright argues that Ghana's rent abuse problems cannot be effectively addressed without expanding housing supply, noting that while the Rent Act caps advance payments at six months, the country's severe housing deficit and weak enforcement have allowed the rental sector to operate outside the law for decades.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. PURC advises consumers to use standard materials for utilities

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission has urged utility consumers to use standard materials for electricity and related installations, warning that substandard materials pose risks to lives and property and can be costly in the long run. The Regional Manager noted that unscrupulous sellers have been distributing unapproved materials to unsuspecting consumers, and the Commission facilitated GHC115,153.97 in credit adjustments for customers who reported billing anomalies.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. Elderly man from viral demolition receives two-year housing support

    An elderly man whose distress during a demolition at the Sakumono Ramsar Site in Accra went viral last week has received emotional and material support from the Ultimate Charismatic Centre and the Roman Catholic Church at Lashibi, including two years of accommodation costs from the church.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. Low wages fuel corruption and erode ethical behaviour

    The article argues that underpaying workers in critical sectors creates systems that incentivise informal coping and corruption, while making ethical behaviour difficult to sustain. It contends that 60 per cent of workers globally are in informal employment, with over 80 per cent in some Sub-Saharan African economies, signalling misalignment between systems and workers' real needs.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. Journalist criticizes police disclosure of minor's identity in incest case

    A broadcast journalist has raised concerns over Ghana Police's handling of an alleged incest and defilement case involving a police officer and his teenage daughter, questioning both the pace of investigations and the public disclosure of the minor's identity in a police press release.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Ernest Chemists donates GH¢200,000 for needy mothers' medical care

    Ernest Chemists Ltd provided GH¢200,000 in financial support to about 100 women receiving treatment across eight health facilities nationwide, and donated baby incubators to Cape Coast Teaching Hospital and Tamale Teaching Hospital as part of Mother's Day celebrations.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  42. Police warn content creators against law violations

    Ghana Police Service Director-General DCOP Grace Ansah-Akrofi warned content creators that the police have observed a growing trend of individuals engaging in criminal acts under the guise of content creation, including issuing threats against security personnel, causing public fear and panic, and spreading misinformation, and that perpetrators will face the full rigours of the law.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  43. 50-year-old man found dead in Kumasi room

    A 50-year-old man identified as Bra Kofi was found dead in his room at Ashtown White House in the Kumasi Metropolis after residents detected a strong offensive smell and neighbours discovered his lifeless body. The incident has been reported to police, who are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, and the body has been deposited at the morgue for autopsy.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  44. Ghanaian MBA student wins $20,000 Stanford Impact Prize

    Evans Adanya, a Ghanaian MBA student at Stanford Graduate School of Business, has been named one of four winners of the 2026 Stanford Impact Leader Prize, a $20,000 grant awarded to graduating students committed to high-impact work addressing pressing global challenges.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  45. Seventh-day Adventist leader calls Christians to uphold moral values

    Vice President of the Global Seventh-day Adventist Church Prof. Robert Osei-Bonsu has urged Christians to uphold moral values such as integrity, honesty and respect in order to positively influence society, saying the major challenge facing Christians in Ghana is not religion but the ability to maintain these values, particularly in public service.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  46. REGSEC halts Ho Central Mosque reopening pending security review

    The Volta Regional Security Council has suspended the immediate reopening of Ho Central Mosque following a security assessment in the Zongo community. The Regional Minister James Gunu cited unresolved tensions and residents' demands for justice for those injured in recent disturbances as reasons for the decision.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  47. Taviefe Senior High School receives solar-powered borehole from bank

    Republic Bank Ghana commissioned a mechanised solar-powered borehole at Taviefe Senior High School to address the school's water crisis. The Volta Regional Minister noted the region requires about 900 boreholes to meet demand for potable water and called on other corporate institutions to support communities and institutions facing water challenges.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  48. Atwima Kwanwoma Assembly distributes items to persons with disabilities

    The Atwima Kwanwoma District Assembly has distributed block-making machines, deep freezers, wheelchairs, popcorn machines, working tools, and financial assistance to Persons Living with Disabilities to improve their living conditions and promote economic empowerment.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  49. First aid awareness needed after accidental shooting death

    An opinion piece argues that the accidental death of Nana Kwabena Okyere, Mmratehene of Ayanfuri Traditional Area in Upper Denkyira West, during funeral rites, highlights gaps in emergency response and calls for nationwide first aid awareness and stricter regulation of firearms at public gatherings.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  50. GRA Technical Advisor praises mothers' role in society and nation-building

    Elsie Appau-Klu, Technical Advisor to the Ghana Revenue Authority Commissioner General, addressed Ho Central Constituency Women's Wing on Mother's Day, describing mothers as the "backbone of society" and highlighting their roles as first teachers, caregivers, and contributors to economic development through trading, farming, and small business.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  51. Manso Aboaboso CHPS Compound operating with single health worker

    The Manso Aboaboso CHPS Compound in Amansie South District, Ashanti Region, is staffed by only one health worker, Prince Bonzey, to serve approximately 5,000 people. The facility faces critical staffing shortages and poor infrastructure, including lack of mobile network connectivity, which discourages postings and forces the lone worker to handle multiple roles and more than 20 patients daily.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  52. McDan Youth Connect expands empowerment work to Kumasi and Techiman Zongo

    Dr Daniel McKorley of the McDan Group extended the McDan Youth Connect initiative through outreach to Zongo communities in Kumasi and Techiman, including prayers at the Kumasi Zongo mosque and engagement with traditional leaders in Techiman. He announced plans for a zero-interest loan scheme to support women traders in the Techiman community.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  53. Northern Ghana has only two cardiologists, GMTF assessment reveals

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund Administrator disclosed that the entire northern sector has only two practising cardiologists serving millions of people, citing a nationwide needs assessment across 21 health facilities that exposed critical shortages in specialist personnel and medical equipment, including only two MRI machines and five mammogram machines across all assessed facilities.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  54. Ghana Medical Trust Fund plans three new cancer treatment centres

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund plans to establish at least three comprehensive cancer centres across the country to improve access to oncology care and address shortages in radiotherapy and diagnostic facilities. The initiative will begin with Ridge Hospital as a pilot facility, with plans for integrated diagnostics, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and advanced treatment technologies.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  55. Mahama Cares won't fund medical treatment abroad

    The Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund has clarified that the Fund does not cover medical treatment sought outside Ghana, as the law establishing it limits operations to supporting non-communicable disease treatment within the country. The policy is intended to maximize resources by supporting more patients locally rather than spending large sums on individual overseas cases.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  56. FDA reiterates ban on turkey tail, locally called "Chofi"

    The Food and Drugs Authority has reminded the public of a ban on turkey tail imports, instituted in 1999 due to its high fat content and associated health risks including obesity, high cholesterol, and heart disease, despite the product remaining available in many markets.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  57. Interplast donates to mark May 9 stadium disaster 25th anniversary

    Interplast has donated items through the May 9 Foundation to support families affected by the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster, which killed more than 126 people during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC. The Foundation, established after the tragedy, has undertaken support programmes including assistance for victims' families, flood and gas explosion victims, and medical interventions for children with hole-in-heart disease.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  58. SUNDA International donates goods for May 9 stadium disaster survivors

    Sunda International has donated assorted household products through the May 9 Foundation to support families affected by the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster, which claimed more than 126 lives during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC. The donation marked the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, one of the deadliest incidents in African football history.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  59. Four killed in Accra–Kumasi highway collision at Odumasi

    A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter bus traveling from Accra to Kumasi and a private car collided near Rider Iron and Steel Company on the Accra–Kumasi Highway, resulting in four deaths. Several injured passengers were taken to Konongo-Odumasi Government Hospital and Hope Care Hospital for treatment.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  60. Two arrested in Bolgatanga highway robbery gang

    Ghana Police arrested two suspected armed robbers, Moses Akungoe and Jacob Akugri, in Kumasi on May 9 in connection with violent robberies in Bolgatanga and along the Bolgatanga–Walewale highway in the Upper East Region. The suspects are believed to be members of a gang armed with AK-47 rifles and pistols that robbed victims of cash, motorbikes, and mobile phones, and have named their gang leader and another accomplice who remain at large.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  61. Ghanaian mathematics graduate builds risk analytics career

    Rosemary Estella Opandoh, a Chartered Risk Analyst and member of GARP and the London Mathematical Society, studied mathematics at KNUST and obtained a master's degree in mathematics and computer science from the University of Leeds. Her 17-year professional career spans banking, biostatistics, education, insurance, logistics and supply chain, and pensions.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  62. Teacher shortages in cocoa communities force multi-grade teaching

    Right To Play Ghana reports that cocoa-growing communities face severe teacher shortages, with some schools operating with only three teachers instead of the required nine. The deficit forces teachers into multi-grade teaching of different curricula, overloading educators and compromising learning outcomes.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  63. Ghana Medical Trust Fund invests GH¢36m in specialist healthcare training

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund has invested over GH¢36 million in strategic partnerships with health institutions to strengthen specialist healthcare training nationwide. The initiative aims to train 100 pharmacists and 100 nurse specialists in specialised fields to improve service delivery and expand access to specialist care across Ghana.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  64. Ghana Medical Trust Fund seeks support for specialised healthcare expansion

    The Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund has called on Ghanaians, corporate institutions, and development partners to support expansion of specialised healthcare access across the country. The Fund aims to establish at least three comprehensive cancer centres with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities, and currently Ghana has only three radiotherapy machines in the public and private sectors.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  65. Extreme heat in Ghanaian schools disrupts pupil concentration

    Pupils at Alajo 1 Basic School in Accra report that rising temperatures, humidity, and poor ventilation inside classrooms make it difficult to concentrate on lessons. Researchers and educators have expressed growing concern about the impact of extreme heat on learning conditions in Ghanaian schools.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  66. Mahama donates six months' salary to Medical Trust Fund

    The Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund praised President Mahama for donating six months of his salary to support the MahamaCares Initiative, alongside contributions from government appointees and others, to provide financial relief and specialised healthcare for persons with chronic non-communicable diseases.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  67. MahamaCares Patient Support Programme launches in 29 hospitals

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund Administrator announced that the MahamaCares Patient Support Programme will initially operate through 29 strategically selected hospitals across Ghana to ensure equitable access to specialised healthcare services. The programme includes a digital platform for patient registration and claims processing, and trained patient navigators to support patients throughout treatment.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  68. Police arrest two suspects in Bolgatanga robbery and killing cases

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested two suspected armed robbers, Moses Akungoe and Jacob Akugri, in Kumasi following intelligence operations in Bolgatanga and Walewale. The suspects are linked to violent highway and street robberies in the region, with some incidents resulting in deaths; preliminary investigations suggest they were members of a syndicate armed with AK-47 rifles and pistols.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  69. Mobile loan apps demand personal data access

    Mobile loan applications offer quick cash but require users to grant access to sensitive personal data including contacts, messages, photos, and location. Reports show some apps contact borrowers' friends and family or publicly shame those who default, raising concerns about data protection and privacy rights.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  70. Minister commends launch of One Million Coders Programme nationwide

    Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George praised strong participation by young Ghanaians in the first day of the One Million Coders Programme rollout across all 16 regions, though he acknowledged some operational challenges at certain locations and said technical teams are working to resolve them.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  71. Ghana Medical Association launches nationwide wellness walk campaign

    The Ghana Medical Association, working with partners including the Junior Doctors Association of Ghana, launched a biannual wellness walk in Accra on May 9, 2026, to promote physical activity and preventive healthcare as a way to reduce non-communicable diseases. GMA President Ernest Yorke and other health officials called for public education on lifestyle changes, emphasizing that prevention through regular exercise and better diet is key to disease control.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  72. KMA enforcement action yields jail term for littering offender

    The Prempeh Assembly District Court convicted six individuals for illegal waste disposal at Otumfuo Roundabout in Kumasi during a KMA sanitation crackdown on 11 May 2026. Five were fined 100 penalty units (GH¢1,200) each and paid immediately; Ebenezer Atakorah failed to pay and began a 10-day custodial sentence.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  73. PhamaTrust Pharmacy wins Best MCA Internship Facility award

    PhamaTrust Pharmacy has been named Best MCA Internship Facility of the Year at the 2026 Valuvite Medicine Counter Assistants Awards held in Accra. The award recognizes the pharmacy's role in providing hands-on internship training and professional mentorship for Medicine Counter Assistant students in practical pharmacy operations and patient care.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  74. US cruise ship passengers quarantined after hantavirus case

    Eighteen Americans evacuated from the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius after possible exposure to hantavirus are being monitored by US health officials. One passenger tested positive for the Andes virus, another is showing mild symptoms, and authorities say the risk to the public remains "very, very low."

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  75. Eighteen Americans quarantined after cruise ship hantavirus exposure

    Eighteen Americans evacuated from the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius are being quarantined in the US after one passenger tested positive for Andes virus (a type of hantavirus) and another showed mild symptoms. US health officials say the risk to the public remains "very, very low," with two individuals monitored in Atlanta and sixteen at Nebraska's national quarantine facility.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  76. GHOSPA says only 250 of 10,000+ verified pharmacy staff hired

    The Government and Hospital Pharmacists Association has raised concerns that the Ministry of Health recruited only 100 pharmacists and 150 pharmacy technicians in its latest employment exercise, despite more than 4,000 pharmacists and over 6,000 pharmacy technicians being verified and ready for posting. GHOSPA said the intake of less than three per cent of verified applicants is inadequate to address the staffing crisis in public health facilities.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  77. Optometrist urges parents to prioritize children's eye care

    An optometrist has urged parents to take active responsibility for their children's eye health rather than relying solely on health professionals, emphasizing that good eyesight is essential for effective learning and child development. He advised parents to seek regular eye screening services for their children at health facilities.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  78. EVODIA Foundation donates to Kumasi Female Prison

    The EVODIA Foundation donated sanitary towels, food items, toiletries, personal care products, and a Mother's Day cake to Kumasi Central Female Prison. Authorities at the facility are appealing for skilled professional support to help train inmates in employable skills to promote rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  79. Ablekuma West Assembly demolishes ghettos in crime-fighting drive

    The Ablekuma West Municipal Assembly has begun demolishing ghettos in Shiabu, Gbegbeyise and Glefe following complaints over criminal activities and insecurity. The operation, conducted with Ghana Police Service support, has led to one arrest and the retrieval of suspected narcotic substances, with demolitions expected to continue across coastal communities.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  80. Microsoft director and Ashesi co-founder backs Ghana coding initiative

    Nina Marini, a Microsoft director and Ashesi University co-founder, has praised Ghana's "One Million Coders" programme as a forward-looking initiative to prepare young people for the global digital economy. Speaking during discussions at Microsoft's Redmond headquarters with Ghana's US Ambassador, Marini stressed the importance of critical thinking and lifelong learning alongside practical skills.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  81. GNFS College honours fallen firefighters at International Day ceremony

    The Ghana National Fire Service College held a memorial ceremony to commemorate International Firefighters' Day 2026, featuring a guard of honour, coin-laying ceremony and memorial service to honour firefighters who died in the line of duty. The College commandant condemned attacks on firefighters and destruction of fire service equipment as threats to public safety.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  82. CA Foundation and justice promote constitutional literacy at prison

    The CA Foundation, in partnership with Alicia Global, the NCCE, and the National Alliance of Ghana Law Students, held a Constitutional Literacy Engagement at Accra Senior Correctional Centre with approximately 100 inmates, officers, and law students. Justice Akosua Christopher spoke on Fundamental Human Rights and constitutional protections available to inmates, emphasizing that education and civic awareness are tools for transformation and personal growth.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  83. Police find 1,400 ammunition rounds hidden in Bolgatanga workshop

    The Upper East Regional Police retrieved 1,400 rounds of 7.62×39mm ammunition from a mechanic workshop near the Assemblies of God Church in Bolgatanga after an apprentice discovered suspicious items. Police are investigating to establish the source and ownership of the ammunition.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  84. Police arrest two suspects in Bolgatanga armed robbery gang

    Ghana Police arrested two suspected robbers, Moses Akungoe and Jacob Akugri, on May 9, 2026 in Kumasi following intelligence operations. The suspects are believed to be part of an armed gang operating in the Upper East and North East Regions that robbed persons of cash, motorbikes, and mobile phones on streets and highways, with some incidents resulting in deaths.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  85. Accra housing remains unaffordable despite years of concern

    Property prices in Accra continue to outpace incomes, rental terms remain punitive, and state intervention has failed to correct the market. Homeownership remains out of reach for most working households, and private rental markets function as "cash extraction mechanisms" rather than fair services, while affordable housing initiatives lack scale and credibility to influence behaviour.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Culture

  1. Rema to perform at 2026 World Cup opening ceremony

    Rema is set to headline the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles on June 12, alongside LISA, Katy Perry, Tyla, Future, and Anitta. The tournament's official anthem "Dai Dai" will be performed by Burna Boy and Shakira, and the final will feature a halftime show curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Daddy Lumba receives posthumous lifetime achievement award

    Highlife legend Daddy Lumba was posthumously conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards on Saturday, 9 May 2026, in recognition of his decades-long contribution to Ghanaian highlife music and the timeless classics that continue to shape the industry.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  3. Moliy wins Best International Collaboration at TGMA

    Ghanaian musician Moliy won the Best International Collaboration award at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards for 'Shake It To The Max (Remix)', featuring Jamaican artists Shenseea, Skillibeng, and Silent Addy. The collaboration bridged West African Afrobeats and Caribbean dancehall, achieving significant international playlist presence.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  4. Medikal wins Best Hiplife Song at 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards

    Medikal's hit single 'Shoulder', featuring Shatta Wale and Beeztrap KOTM, was crowned Best Hiplife Song at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards on May 9, winning over competitors including Sarkodie, Ko-jo Cue, Kojo Blak, and Kwesi Amewuga.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  5. Black Sherif wins Best Hiphop Song at Ghana Music Awards

    Black Sherif won the Best Hiphop Song award at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards for his track "Where Dem Boys," which achieved commercial success through strong streaming numbers, radio rotation, and social media engagement during the year under review.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  6. Reality TV star wears dress made from 500 loaves

    Reality TV star Queen Mercy Atang arrived at the 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards in Lagos wearing a dress made from more than 500 loaves of bread, accompanied by maidens carrying trays of bread and multiple assistants to help carry the outfit.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. BBC drama charts The Beatles' formative years in Hamburg

    A six-part BBC One drama titled Hamburg Days has begun filming in Germany and Liverpool, focusing on The Beatles' early era when they performed more than 250 gigs in Hamburg between 1960 and 1962. The series, inspired by artist Klaus Voormann's memoirs, will explore the band's transformation and their meetings with Voormann and photographer Astrid Kirchherr.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Netflix's Adolescence breaks Bafta TV Awards single-year record

    Netflix drama Adolescence won four Bafta Television Awards, breaking the record for most wins in a single year. The show was named best limited series, and its stars Stephen Graham, Owen Cooper, and Christine Tremarco won acting honours; 16-year-old Cooper became the youngest ever winner of best supporting actor.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Actor Michael Pennington, Shakespearean and Star Wars veteran, dies at eighty-two

    Michael Pennington, best known as Moff Jerjerrod in Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi and as an accomplished stage actor with the Royal Shakespeare Company, has died aged 82. He co-founded the English Shakespeare Company and had more than 70 screen roles across his career.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Black Sherif donates TGMA Album prize to emerging rappers

    Reigning Artiste of the Year Black Sherif has dedicated his Album of the Year prize at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards to supporting fast-rising rap artistes Arathejay and Gonaboy, donating the GH¢100,000 cash award to Arathejay and giving the album listening session package to Gonaboy.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  11. Black Sherif wins 2026 TGMA Artiste of the Year award

    Black Sherif was crowned Artiste of the Year at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards, also winning Album of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Hip-Hop Song of the Year, and Best Afropop Song. The award recognised his strong run over the past year, driven largely by the success of his album Iron Boy, marking his second Artist of the Year title at the TGMAs after winning in 2023.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  12. TRiBE Culture Fest plans 2026 World Cup fan experiences globally

    TRiBE Culture Fest is conducting site assessments in Ghana and diaspora centres including cities in the United States and Canada to prepare immersive FIFA World Cup viewing and cultural programming events for 2026.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Telecel marks 15 years as TGMA headline sponsor

    Telecel celebrated its 15-year tenure as headline sponsor of the Ghana Music Awards at the 27th edition, where Black Sherif won Artiste of the Year, Medikal's "Shoulder" won Most Popular Song, and Daddy Lumba received a lifetime achievement honour. The partnership, which began under Vodafone in 2011 and continued through Telecel's 2024 rebrand, has expanded TGMA into regional concerts, schools initiatives, and contributed to Ghana's creative arts sector growth.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Gospel musician Kofi Owusu Peprah wins TGMA award, honors late father

    Award-winning Ghanaian gospel musician Kofi Owusu Peprah won the Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song of the Year award at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards for his hit song Big God Afro, which he dedicated to the memory of his late father, Rev. George Owusu Mensah.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Fans criticise TGMA red carpet coordination and fashion standards

    Social media users and entertainment enthusiasts have called on Charterhouse Ghana to overhaul or scrap the red-carpet segment of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards, citing poor coordination, weak hosting, uninspiring fashion choices, and delays. Critics faulted unprofessional interviewing, poor personality selection, and lack of adherence to the night's "A Touch of Glitter" fashion theme, with some arguing the production team should focus more on the main awards ceremony and performances.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  16. Afro-Jamaican artist Barbee launches African fashion brand

    Faith Barbee Eselebor unveiled her new fashion label, African Barbee, at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 2026, wearing a custom two-piece outfit from her collection. The brand draws from her love of African prints rooted in childhood memories and reflects her cultural identity and artistic expression.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sport

  1. Grazer AK defender Beres Owusu dreams of Ghana Black Stars selection

    Austrian Bundesliga defender Beres Owusu, born in France to Ghanaian parents, says representing Ghana would mean more than football, describing it as a symbol of pride, culture and identity. The 22-year-old Grazer AK centre-back says his commitment to playing for the Black Stars has been unwavering since childhood.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Grazer AK defender Beres Owusu discusses Black Stars ambition

    The 22-year-old Austrian Bundesliga player Beres Owusu, who plays for Grazer AK, says he is a calm and committed defender and has expressed his ambition to represent Ghana's Black Stars. Teammates have compared his style to defenders including Antonio Rudiger, Fikayo Tomori, and Kevin Danso.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Grazer AK defender Beres Owusu eyes Black Stars call-up

    Twenty-two-year-old centre-back Beres Owusu, who plays for Austrian Bundesliga side Grazer AK, has expressed his desire to represent Ghana at senior international level, saying he is ready to commit to the Black Stars whenever an opportunity arises. The France-born defender, whose parents are from Ghana, says representing the country would be an honour for his family and himself.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Liverpool unveils memorial design for Diogo Jota and brother

    Liverpool have released images of a planned memorial to late forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who died in a car crash on 3 July in the Spanish province of Zamora. The sculpture, titled 'Forever 20', features a flowing heart design, the brothers' shirt numbers, and lyrics to Jota's fan song, and will be located at Anfield on 97 Avenue.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Tottenham draws with Leeds after self-destructive play

    Tottenham Hotspur squandered a 1-0 lead against Leeds United when Mathys Tel conceded a penalty after 74 minutes, allowing Leeds to equalize. New head coach Roberto De Zerbi witnessed another display of self-destruction, with Tel making reckless mistakes in both halves.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Gauff battles past Jovic at Rome; eyes French Open defence

    Reigning French Open champion Coco Gauff recovered from match point down to defeat American teenager Iva Jovic 5-7 7-5 6-2 in the Italian Open fourth round. Gauff acknowledged she must improve significantly to defend her French Open title beginning 24 May and match her run to last year's Italian Open final.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. GFA launches talent identification programme for UK diaspora players

    The Ghana Football Association, in partnership with Coach Hene Sports Club and Prince Lamona Consulting, has announced a two-day talent identification initiative to discover young footballers of Ghanaian heritage across the United Kingdom as part of its diaspora engagement and player development strategy.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Morocco's new coach takes over before 2026 World Cup

    Walid Regragui, who led Morocco to the World Cup semi-final in 2022 and raised them to 8th in FIFA rankings, resigned ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Mohamed Ouahbi, a youth coach who won the U-20 World Cup in 2025, has taken over the team.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Goldfields Ghana sponsors GFA with $5 million for national teams

    Goldfields Ghana Limited has announced a $5 million sponsorship deal with the Ghana Football Association to support the Black Stars, Black Queens, the Women's Premier League, and the Black Challenge. The partnership, described by GFA President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku as historic and transformative, reflects the company's continued investment in football development in Ghana.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Ghana Sports Fund to prioritise grassroots talent development

    Dr David Wuaku, Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, has emphasised the need for sustained investment in young athletes at the grassroots level to secure Ghanaian sports' future. He noted that without deliberate development of younger talent, the country risks losing the next generation of stars, and pointed to inadequate training and competition facilities as barriers despite significant youth talent.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Mohammed Fuseini scores as USG beats Mechelen 3-0

    Ghanaian forward Mohammed Fuseini scored his second goal of the season for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, coming off the bench to net the final goal in a 3-0 home win over KV Mechelen. Fuseini, who returned from injury in January, also scored his first goal of this Belgian Jupiler Pro League campaign.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Hearts' settlement bid with Hiddink fails, FIFA transfer ban stands

    Accra Hearts of Oak's attempt to settle a dispute with former Dutch coach Rene Hiddink—whom they fired after eight months in 2023—has failed. Hiddink reported Hearts to FIFA for breach of contract; FIFA ruled the club owed him $2,400 plus 5% interest and imposed a transfer ban in August 2025 when the amount went unpaid.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Ghana Sports Fund to support all sporting disciplines nationwide

    The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Wuaku, says the Fund's mandate covers all sporting disciplines and recreational facilities for all Ghanaians, not just competitive athletes, and aims to support both emerging and well-developed sports while ensuring balanced growth across the sector.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Ghana Boxing Authority holds elections for new executives June 4

    The Ghana Boxing Authority will hold elections on June 4 to elect new executives, with nominations opening May 14 and closing May 19, followed by an Extraordinary Congress.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Ghana marks 25 years since May 9 stadium stampede tragedy

    Ghana commemorated the 25th anniversary of the May 9, 2001 stadium disaster in Kumasi, in which approximately 126 people were killed and many others injured during a football match. The annual commemoration brings together those affected by the tragedy and has extended to include connections with families from other stadium disasters abroad.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. LaLiga Africa hosts El Clasico watch party in Accra

    LaLiga Africa organized an El Clasico watch party at Spain's ambassador residence in Accra, where more than 400 supporters gathered to watch Barcelona seal their 29th La Liga title with a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid. The event featured food, drinks, live entertainment, and jersey giveaways.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Black Princesses qualify for 2026 U20 Women's World Cup

    Ghana's U20 women's football team secured one of four African slots for the 2026 U20 Women's World Cup after a 3-2 aggregate victory over Uganda. Head coach Charles Sampson said the team is excited about the qualification and now aims to perform well at the tournament in Poland.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Black Princesses qualify for 2026 U20 Women's World Cup

    Ghana's U20 women's football team qualified for the 2026 U20 Women's World Cup with a 3-2 aggregate victory over Uganda, securing their eighth consecutive qualification for the tournament, which will be held in Poland in September.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. Ghana football league matches: Kotoko and Vision FC claim wins

    Football match results from Ghana's domestic league include Asante Kotoko's 2-0 victory over Eleven Wonders, Vision FC's 3-0 win against Karela United, and Berekum Chelsea's 1-0 defeat of Dreams FC, among other fixtures.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  20. Medeama defeat Basake Holy Stars, strengthen GPL title chase

    Medeama SC won 1-0 away to Basake Holy Stars with a second-half goal from Kingsley Braye, strengthening their Ghana Premier League title ambitions despite missing a penalty kick.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  21. Hearts of Oak, Aduana FC play goalless draw in Premier League

    Visiting Aduana FC held Accra Hearts of Oak to a goalless draw in their Ghana Premier League Matchday 32 encounter at the Accra Sports Stadium. The draw was Hearts' 15th of the season, with 13 ending goalless, effectively ending their title aspirations.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  22. Kotoko beat Eleven Wonders 2-0 under new caretaker coach

    Caretaker coach Hamza Obeng guided Kumasi Asante Kotoko to a 2-0 victory over relegation-bound Eleven Wonders at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, with goals from Lawson Kyei Manu and Anthony Duah.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  23. Ghana's Black Princesses qualify for FIFA U-20 World Cup

    Ghana drew 1-1 with Uganda in the second leg of their FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup qualifier in Kampala, winning the tie 3-2 on aggregate after a 2-1 first-leg victory. Linda Owusu Ansah scored in the 78th minute to level the match, and Ghana held on despite being reduced to ten players, qualifying for their eighth World Cup appearance.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  24. Gold Fields Ghana becomes GFA Official Partner for $5 million

    Gold Fields Ghana Limited has signed a US$5 million sponsorship deal over two years to become an Official Partner of the Ghana Football Association, supporting the Black Stars, Black Queens, Women's Premier League, and Ghana's national amputee football team.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  25. May 9 disaster: sports minister hopes strong World Cup honors victims

    Ghana's sports minister said a strong performance by the Black Stars at the 2026 World Cup would be a fitting tribute to the 127 fans who died in the May 9, 2001, stadium disaster at the Accra Sports Stadium. Speaking at a 25th anniversary commemoration, he said lessons from the tragedy had led to improvements in crowd control and stadium safety.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  26. GBfoods donates to mark 25th anniversary of stadium disaster

    GBfoods has donated cash and food items through the May 9 Charity Foundation to support families of victims of the May 9, 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster, which claimed more than 126 lives during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC. The donation coincided with the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, which remains one of the deadliest in African football history.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. FIFA appoints Otto Addo to 2026 World Cup Technical Study Group

    Former Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has been named to FIFA's Technical Study Group for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The TSG, guided by Arsène Wenger, will provide analysis of all matches and develop understanding of the game across the world.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Ghana Sports Fund commits to sustainable sports financing

    The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Wuaku, has reaffirmed the Fund's commitment to providing sustainable financial support for sports development in Ghana. He noted that the Fund's primary mandate is to provide financing, while infrastructure development and implementation will be coordinated through inter-agency and inter-ministerial committees, and that nationwide sports infrastructure development would take time to complete.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Black Starlets lose to Mali in final AFCON warm-up match

    Ghana's Black Starlets finished their 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations preparations with a 1-0 defeat to Mali in a friendly match in Morocco, with the goal coming via own goal in the 65th minute. Coach Prosper Narteh Ogum said the team created several scoring opportunities and the match provided valuable competition before the tournament begins.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  30. Black Princesses qualify for 2026 U-20 World Cup with Uganda draw

    Ghana's Black Princesses secured qualification to the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup after drawing 1-1 with Uganda in Kampala, advancing 3-2 on aggregate. The qualification marks Ghana's eighth appearance at the tournament, which will be staged in Poland in September.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  31. United Party hails Black Princesses' World Cup qualification

    The United Party congratulated Ghana's Under-20 Women's Football Team (Black Princesses) on qualifying for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup after defeating Uganda, praising their determination and resilience and calling for government support for women's football.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

World & Region

  1. Trump to bring 17 US tech and business executives to China

    US President Donald Trump is expected to bring 17 top business and technology industry executives on his trip to China this week, including Tim Cook of Apple, Elon Musk of Tesla and SpaceX, and Larry Fink of BlackRock, among others. The trip is seen as important as Trump will meet with President Xi Jinping amid growing economic and technological tensions between the two countries.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Nigerian military denies civilian deaths from Niger state airstrikes

    Nigeria's Defence Headquarters denied reports of civilian casualties from drone strikes on suspected bandits in four villages in Niger state's Shiroro district on May 9–10, saying the strikes were intelligence-led and targeted only militant positions. The defence spokesperson said at least 70 suspected bandits were killed in one village and that residents had relocated beforehand, though the denial comes amid longstanding concerns about civilian impact from airstrikes in Nigeria's conflict zones.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Hantavirus cruise ship clears as cases rise globally

    The MV Hondius departed Tenerife for the Netherlands after its final passengers left, as authorities confirmed three new positive hantavirus cases linked to the outbreak. Seven cases have been confirmed and two others suspected according to the WHO, with three passengers having died.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Trump rejects Iran's proposal to end war

    President Donald Trump has dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable". Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to a US naval blockade, and guarantees of no further attacks on Iran.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Body of missing US soldier found in Morocco

    The body of 1st Lt Kendrick Lamont Key Jr, 27, has been recovered in the water near cliffs in Morocco where he went missing on 2 May during a training exercise. A Moroccan military search team found his body within about a mile of the cliffs; US and Moroccan forces continue searching for the other missing soldier.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Trump rejects Iran ceasefire proposal as "totally unacceptable"

    US President Donald Trump has said the month-long ceasefire between the US and Iran is on "massive life support" and rejected Iran's counter-offer to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal includes an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade, and guarantees against further attacks.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi released on bail, transferred to hospital

    Iranian human rights campaigner Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize winner, has been transferred from jail to a Tehran hospital on bail after health concerns, including two suspected heart attacks. Her family warned she could die in prison and said her health remains unstable, with reports she has lost about 20kg while incarcerated.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Former World Bank chief says China should release food stockpiles

    David Malpass, former World Bank president, told the BBC that China should stop hoarding food and fertiliser to help ease a global supply crisis caused by the Iran war, noting that China holds the world's biggest stockpile of foodstuffs and fertiliser and has itself halted fertiliser exports since March.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. UK cabinet split over Starmer resignation timetable calls

    Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is among several cabinet ministers calling for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to set out a timetable for his resignation, though Mahmood is in the minority on the issue. Six ministerial aides have quit or called for a resignation timetable, and 72 Labour MPs are calling for Starmer to resign or announce a departure timeline, while Starmer insists he will not quit.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. US seeks three new military bases in Greenland

    The US is in advanced negotiations with Denmark to open three new military bases in southern Greenland, with talks progressing after President Trump's earlier controversial remarks about seizing the territory. US officials have proposed that the bases be formally designated as US sovereign territory.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Australia's One Nation party wins first lower-house seat

    Australia's right-wing One Nation party has won its first-ever lower-house seat in a by-election for Farrer in New South Wales, with candidate David Farley securing 57% of the two-candidate preferred vote. The victory is seen as a sign that voters are moving away from traditional political parties in Australia.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  12. Putin says Ukraine conflict is coming to an end

    Russian President Vladimir Putin said he believes Russia's conflict with Ukraine is coming to an end, speaking after a scaled-back military parade in Moscow on Victory Day. He condemned Western support for Kyiv and said he would only meet President Zelensky once a lasting peace deal was agreed.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  13. British Army medics parachute to Tristan da Cunha for hantavirus case

    British Army medics have parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha to assist a British national with suspected hantavirus who disembarked from cruise ship MV Hondius in mid-April. The outbreak has claimed three deaths, with six confirmed cases including two other Britons being treated off the ship.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  14. Israel deports two activists from intercepted Gaza aid flotilla

    Two pro-Palestinian activists, Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Ávila, have been deported by Israel after being detained when the Global Sumud Flotilla—comprising 22 boats and about 175 activists—was intercepted in international waters near Crete. Israel said it suspected Abu Keshek of links with a terrorist group and Ávila of illegal activity; their representative organization Adalah said their detention was unlawful and they were subjected to ill-treatment, allegations Israel denied.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  15. US tightens passport enforcement for unpaid child support

    The Trump administration is intensifying enforcement against Americans owing more than $2,500 in unpaid child support, with the State Department and Health and Human Services denying or revoking passports until debts are resolved. Supporters say it holds debtors accountable; critics argue it deepens family crises.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Thousands protest antisemitism outside Downing Street

    Thousands of people gathered outside Downing Street on Sunday for a protest against antisemitism, led by main Jewish community organisations, in response to a string of recent attacks on synagogues and Jewish sites, including the stabbing of two Jewish men in Golders Green.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Hantavirus-hit cruise ship passengers evacuated worldwide

    Passengers and crew from a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak disembarked in Tenerife and were evacuated to their home countries on Sunday and Monday for isolation under national protocols. The World Health Organisation recommended a 42-day quarantine for all passengers; Spain will hospitalize its nationals for the full term, while France will hospitalize passengers for 72 hours then allow home isolation.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Israeli strikes kill 39 in Lebanon in latest escalation

    Thirty-nine people have been killed in another day of intense Israeli strikes in Lebanon, according to the country's health ministry. One strike on the southern town of Saksakiyeh killed at least seven people, including a child, while Israeli forces say they are targeting Hezbollah infrastructure.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. Spain evacuates hantavirus-hit cruise ship near Tenerife

    Spain has begun evacuating passengers from the MS Hondius cruise ship anchored near Tenerife in the Canary Islands after a hantavirus outbreak. Health Minister Mónica García said all passengers remaining on board are asymptomatic, and they are being divided by nationality and flown to their home countries via charter planes.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  20. Nigeria opposition leaders join NDC ahead of party convention

    Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and other opposition figures are in Abuja for the Nigeria Democratic Congress national convention, which will address zoning, party constitution ratification, and election of national executives. The convention follows a wave of defections to the NDC, including 17 members of the House of Representatives from the African Democratic Congress.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  21. Nigeria's AGF clarifies remarks on World Bank loan processing

    Nigeria's Accountant General clarified that his earlier remarks about a six-month period to the World Bank were intended to encourage timely processing of no-objection requests and deployment of project staff for World Bank-funded projects, not to issue a threat or ultimatum. The AGF stressed the importance of efficient collaboration to ensure World Bank-funded projects are implemented within planned timelines.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  22. British hantavirus patient's condition gradually improving in South Africa

    A British man medically evacuated to Johannesburg with hantavirus from the luxury cruise ship MV Hondius is gradually improving, according to a South African health ministry spokesperson. The Andes hantavirus strain has killed three people so far—a Dutch couple and a German national.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Zanetor urges teaching younger South Africans about African liberation support

    Newly elected Pan-African Parliament Vice President Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings said younger South Africans should be reminded of African countries' contributions to South Africa's liberation, noting that Ghana and other African nations provided financial, educational, and logistical support during the struggle.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Nigerian military denies civilian deaths from Niger state airstrikes

    Nigeria's Defence Headquarters denied reports of civilian casualties from drone strikes on May 9–10 in Niger state's Shiroro district, saying the strikes targeted militant gathering points and killed at least 70 suspected bandits; the denial comes amid longstanding concerns about civilian impact from airstrikes in Nigeria's conflict zones.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Trump to visit China this week amid fragile trade truce

    US President Donald Trump will travel to China from 13–15 May to meet Xi Jinping, the first visit by a US president to China in nearly a decade. The visit comes as a key test of the trade truce between Washington and Beijing following a tit-for-tat tariff war that saw tariffs top 100%.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. US and French nationals test positive for hantavirus after cruise ship

    An American and a French national who left a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak have tested positive for the virus after returning home; more than 90 passengers from the MV Hondius ship are being repatriated, with three passengers dead and officials saying the risk of a major outbreak is very low.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Militia attack kills at least 69 in DR Congo's Ituri province

    A coordinated assault by the CODECO militia in late April killed at least 69 people in northeastern DR Congo's Ituri province, reportedly in retaliation for an earlier attack by the Hema-affiliated CRP group. The violence reflects an ongoing ethnic conflict between the Lendu and Hema communities in the mineral-rich region.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. UK government to nationalise British Steel amid production concerns

    Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced legislation will be brought forward to give the government full ownership of British Steel, subject to a public interest test. The move follows the government's seizure of the Scunthorpe steelworks from Chinese owner Jingye in April last year to prevent closure.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Body believed to be Australian fugitive shooter found in New South Wales

    Police in New South Wales have found a body believed to be that of Julian Ingram, who was wanted for the murder of three people—his pregnant ex-partner, her friend, and her aunt—in Lake Cargelligo in January. The body was discovered beside an abandoned ute 50 kilometres north-west of the crime scene and is thought to have been there for some time.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. Philippine House impeaches VP Sara Duterte second time

    The Philippine House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte for a second time over alleged misuse of public funds and public threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and others; the matter now moves to the Senate for trial, where conviction would disqualify her from public office and derail her 2028 presidential ambitions.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. EU launches €1bn Africa investment package at Ghana milestone

    The European Union announced a €1 billion investment package for Africa under its Global Gateway Initiative to support infrastructure development, economic growth and digital transformation. The announcement by EU Ambassador to Ghana Rune Skinnebach marked 50 years of diplomatic relations between Ghana and the EU.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  32. AU Chair demands permanent African seats on UN Security Council

    The African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has renewed Africa's call for permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council, characterizing the continent's exclusion as a historical injustice. He reiterated Africa's proposal for no fewer than two permanent seats with veto powers and five non-permanent seats in an expanded Security Council, guided by the Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte Declaration.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. UK PM Starmer defends leadership after local election losses

    British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a speech defending his leadership and vowing to tackle growth, defense, Europe relations, and energy issues, following devastating local election losses and mounting pressure from within the Labour Party to resign.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. Ramaphosa condemns xenophobia, reassures African Travel Indaba attendees

    President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned violent incidents targeting foreign nationals in South Africa, calling them acts of "opportunists" exploiting grievances under false community activism claims. He sought to reassure African travellers and tourism stakeholders ahead of Africa's Travel Indaba official opening in Durban.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Dozens of Nigerian fishermen feared dead in Chad air strikes

    Chad's military conducted air strikes on Boko Haram militants in the Lake Chad region; a Nigerian fishermen's association chairman reported that more than 40 union members are feared dead, with some killed by strikes and others drowned while fleeing in overloaded boats. Chad's presidency said it carried out retaliatory strikes after Boko Haram attacks last Monday and Wednesday on Chadian military bases.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. France confirms first hantavirus case linked to cruise ship

    Seven cases of hantavirus linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship have been confirmed, with an American and French national testing positive after returning home. Three passengers have died, including two confirmed cases, and the WHO says the virus's Andes strain was likely contracted in South America.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. South Africa's Ramaphosa to address nation over impeachment scandal

    President Cyril Ramaphosa will address South Africans after a court revived impeachment proceedings against him over a scandal involving foreign cash stolen from his ranch. The Constitutional Court ruled that a previous ANC parliamentary vote blocking impeachment was invalid, and analysts expect Ramaphosa to defend himself.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. Ghana's Ablakwa calls on Ramaphosa to end South African xenophobic violence

    Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has expressed confidence in South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's leadership to address xenophobic violence targeting foreign nationals, saying Ghana counts on him to restore calm and uphold African solidarity. Ablakwa praised Ramaphosa's open letter condemning the violence and reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to its bilateral relations with South Africa.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. Trump to bring 17 US executives to China meeting

    US President Donald Trump is expected to bring 17 top business and technology executives on his trip to China this week, including Tim Cook of Apple, Elon Musk of Tesla and SpaceX, and Larry Fink of BlackRock. The trip will include Trump's meeting with President Xi Jinping amid growing economic and technological tensions between the two countries.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. Starmer seeks closer EU ties after local election losses

    UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged to rebuild Britain's relationship with Europe following poor local election results, proposing to put Britain "at the heart of Europe" through tighter links with the EU, though analysts called the speech lacking in concrete proposals.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. South African President warns xenophobic violence will not be tolerated

    South African President Cyril Ramaphosa warned in an open letter that violent attacks targeting foreign nationals will not be tolerated, describing them as the actions of opportunists exploiting poor communities' frustrations. While condemning the violence, he acknowledged concerns over illegal immigration and its strain on services and workers' rights.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Opinion

  1. Cheap data alone does not create skilled, productive society

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's focus on affordable internet access overlooks a deeper problem: many young people use data primarily for social media, betting, and entertainment rather than skills acquisition or economic productivity, and society's culture increasingly celebrates visibility over usefulness.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Opinion: Ghana rewarding unacceptable protest behaviour

    A Joy Online editorial argues that while freedom of expression is essential to democracy, Ghana risks eroding democratic values when protests become violent and destructive yet are celebrated as bravery. The piece contends that democracy requires both freedom and responsibility, and questions whether Ghana is beginning to reward unacceptable behaviour in the name of protest.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Opinion: Ghana should enforce local content laws in mining

    An opinion piece argues that Ghanaians hold conflicting views of foreign mining actors—seeing large-scale companies as exploitative but viewing small-scale foreign operations more favourably despite their environmental damage—and contends that effective implementation of Ghana's local content laws could address mining sector challenges.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ghana's entertainment crisis rooted in industry structure, not production quality

    After the Telecel Ghana Music Awards drew criticism for production issues, a Joy Online opinion piece argues the real problem is not stage design or camera work, but Ghana's lack of a fully functioning entertainment industry structure strong enough to sustain stardom compared to Nigeria's model.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Motherhood extends beyond biology, honours non-biological mothers

    An opinion piece argues that motherhood is not limited to childbirth alone, honouring women who nurture and sacrifice for others—aunties, grandmothers, teachers, and community members—who shape lives and care for families not biologically their own.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  6. Local Assemblies, FDA must enforce food safety and disposal rules

    An editorial commentary on indiscriminate dumping of expired soft drinks at Mallam-Gbawe in Accra, which exposed residents to health risks after schoolchildren consumed some without knowing they had expired. The piece calls on local assemblies and the FDA to strengthen enforcement of correct disposal of expired foods.

    11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  7. Opinion: Galamsey tax may become revenue tool like past levies

    A Daily Guide columnist predicts the government may eventually impose a "Galamsey tax" to raise budget funds, similar to past levies on phone calls, COVID-19, and electricity generation — arguing such taxes have historically aimed at revenue-raising rather than eliminating the problem they target.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  8. OMO costs weigh on Bank of Ghana finances through 2026-2027

    The central bank's open market operations stock reached GH¢93.56 billion in 2025, nearly tripling within a year due to aggressive sterilisation efforts that have anchored inflation and stabilised the currency, but the liquidity mop-up has created mounting quasi-fiscal costs expected to burden the Bank's finances through 2026 and 2027. These costs are tied partly to the GH¢35.67 billion haircut from the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme, for which parliamentary approval remains pending.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  9. ECG's estimated billing practice amounts to financial extortion

    An editorial argues that the Electricity Company of Ghana's practice of issuing large estimated bills without transparent methodology, reliable notification, or accountability when estimates are wrong constitutes institutional aggression against customers who bear all financial risk while ECG bears none.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  10. Opinion: mothers drive economic growth as business owners

    An opinion piece argues that mothers and women entrepreneurs are engines of economic growth, urging readers to support women-owned small businesses—especially those selling everyday goods in their communities—to help them thrive and create employment.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  11. SRC should rename Women's Commissioner to Gender Commissioner

    An opinion piece argues that student representative councils should replace the "Women's Commissioner" title with "Gender Commissioner" to reflect broader gender-based concerns beyond women alone and better engage men as key actors in addressing systemic inequalities, mirroring Ghana's shift from "Ministry of Women and Children Affairs" to "Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection."

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Personal faith requires individual commitment, not delegation

    An opinion piece warns against believers outsourcing their spiritual responsibility to pastors and church institutions, arguing that faith demands personal conviction and active participation rather than dependence on religious leaders or church members.

    11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  13. Opinion: Critique of Afenyo-Markin's claim about poor and politics

    An opinion piece challenges Alexander Afenyo-Markin's assertion that the poor should not enter politics because it requires "giving back" to society, arguing that such a view contradicts democratic principles and risks reinforcing an exclusionary, elitist approach to governance that conflicts with inclusive, participatory democracy.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  14. Opinion: Ghana's role in South Africa's liberation history amid xenophobic attacks

    An opinion piece by Amos Safo examines recent xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and Nigerians in South Africa, including an incident involving a Ghanaian whose resident documents were questioned by a mob. The author criticises a South African blogger's personal attacks on Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa for condemning the violence as a betrayal of African solidarity.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

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