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Politics

Ghana.gov platform undergoing major overhaul for citizen accessibility

The News

A coalition of government officials, digital architects, and international partners including the World Bank and UK-based Public Digital has begun a three-day strategy session to redesign the Ghana.gov.gh platform, aiming to simplify how citizens access government services by breaking down bureaucratic silos that currently force users to navigate multiple ministerial platforms for single tasks.

Why it matters

Ghana.gov platform overhaul involving World Bank and international partners aims to simplify citizen access to government services, a major accountability and accessibility initiative.

21 May 2026 · Joy Online

Politics

  1. Ghana.gov platform undergoing major overhaul for citizen accessibility

    A coalition of government officials, digital architects, and international partners including the World Bank and UK-based Public Digital has begun a three-day strategy session to redesign the Ghana.gov.gh platform, aiming to simplify how citizens access government services by breaking down bureaucratic silos that currently force users to navigate multiple ministerial platforms for single tasks.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana Immigration Service trains officers for e-visa rollout

    The Ghana Immigration Service has begun training 40 officers nationwide ahead of the May 25, 2026 rollout of Ghana's electronic visa system, which will allow foreign nationals to apply for and complete visa processes online. The initiative aims to modernise border management, improve accessibility, and strengthen security controls at entry points.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. NDC succession manoeuvring underway, govt spokesperson confirms

    Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has acknowledged growing manoeuvring within the NDC over who could succeed President John Mahama, calling Dr Callistus Mahama's concerns about early-succession politics distracting the government legitimate. Ofosu argued that the NDC's electoral fortunes would depend more on government performance than on personalities seeking to lead the party.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Journalist criticizes Mahama over free speech restrictions

    Manasseh Azure Awuni, who praised Mahama's tolerance of free expression during his first term, expresses shame at what he describes as current harassment of opposition NPP members and others under Ghana's false news law, saying the government's actions contradict Mahama's reputation as a friend of media freedom.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. National Peace Council urges restraint amid rising political tensions

    The National Peace Council has called for calm and restraint following recent arrests of political actors over comments alleged to breach Ghana's laws, emphasizing respect for the rule of law, due process, and constitutional rights. The Council urged security and judicial institutions to act with professionalism and impartiality, and cautioned political parties and communicators against inflammatory rhetoric.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Ghana, neighbours meet on cross-border governance and regional stability

    Ghana's Minister for Lands and Natural Resources called for good neighbourliness and coordinated cross-border governance at a sub-regional consultation between Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso, and Mali to address challenges such as security threats, smuggling, and irregular migration. The Ghana Boundary Commission noted this was the first time sub-regional border commissions were meeting to coordinate cross-border agreements and align national priorities.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Bawumia calls for NPP unity, denies faction divisions

    NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for party unity, insisting there are no factions within the NPP despite internal political discussions following the party's 2024 election defeat. He assured party members that he will not support the removal of MPs based on perceived political alignments or lack of support during internal contests.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Speaker should enforce stricter sanctions on parliamentary absenteeism

    The Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs has called on the Speaker of Parliament to enforce stricter measures against absenteeism, citing ACEPA monitoring reports that found high absenteeism levels across both Majority and Minority caucuses, with the NDC at around 80% and independent members at around 70%.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Dr Bomfeh criticises Abronye DC remand as judicial discretion abuse

    Managing Editor James Kwabena Bomfeh has criticised the handling of the case involving Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), calling the remand an abuse of judicial discretionary power. He argued that the state's criminal prosecution response was excessive, questioned whether it amounts to an indirect revival of repealed criminal libel laws, and challenged whether pre-conviction punishment was justified.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Lawyer claims no legal basis for Abronye's arrest, prosecution

    Former MP Andrew Egyapa Mercer has criticised the arrest and prosecution of Abronye, saying there is no legal basis for the charges and alleging the government is clamping down on free speech and suppressing dissenting opinions. Mercer said the NPP petitioned the diplomatic community to draw international attention to what it describes as the criminalisation of free speech in Ghana.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  11. Parliament must urgently address galamsey crisis, warns ACEPA

    The Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs has warned that Parliament and government risk failing Ghanaians if urgent steps are not taken to address illegal mining (galamsey), describing it as the country's most critical national challenge with severe environmental and social consequences threatening livelihoods and water bodies.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  12. Parliament reconvenes for Second Meeting of Ninth Parliament

    Parliament resumes sitting on 21 May, marking the start of the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic. Lawmakers are expected to deliberate on major bills and policy reforms across transport, energy, justice, security, and governance.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  13. NPP says Mahama's silence on official arrests is concerning

    NPP Communications Director Richard Ahiagbah criticized President John Mahama for remaining silent on recent arrests of opposition party officials by state security agencies, arguing the trend raises concerns about freedom of expression and democratic governance and appears inconsistent with values the NDC defended while in opposition.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  14. NDC official rejects Minority claims of free speech suppression

    The NDC's General Secretary has dismissed allegations by the opposition Minority in Parliament that President Mahama is undermining freedom of expression, characterizing the claims as exaggerated and politically motivated while asserting the President respects dissenting opinions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  15. DRIP equipment must not be used for private commercial purposes

    The National Coordinator of the District Road Improvement Programme has cautioned Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies against diverting DRIP equipment for private commercial use, stressing that the machines were procured for public road development projects. He urged coordinators and assembly heads to approach the programme with seriousness and commitment to improve local road networks.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Sports Minister warns against World Cup slot fraud schemes

    Ghana's Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Iddie Adams cautioned the public against fraudsters claiming to secure "World Cup slots" through the Ministry, stating that no such slots exist and neither the Ministry nor its Oversight Committee has authorised anyone to collect money or promise special tournament access.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  17. Media urged to strengthen Ghana's decentralisation reforms role

    The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation has called on the media to intensify its watchdog and public education roles to strengthen accountability and citizen participation as the Government prepares to implement the National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework 2026–2030.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  18. Ghana Immigration Service trains officers for e-visa system

    The Ghana Immigration Service has trained 40 officers in preparation for the nationwide rollout of its electronic visa system, scheduled for May 25, 2026. The fully digital platform will enable foreign nationals to apply for and complete visa processes online, aiming to improve accessibility, enhance passenger processing, and strengthen security controls.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  19. Ministry denies visa denials for World Cup supporters

    Ghana's Sports Minister Kofi Adams said no travel and tour agency has been contracted for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and denied reports that 400 fans and officials were denied US visas, stating that supporters and officials have yet to report to the Embassy for visa interviews and are being processed through a structured coordination process.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  20. NDC clears Peter Obi for 2027 presidential primary race

    Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, has been cleared by Nigeria's Democratic Congress (NDC) to contest in the party's presidential primary for the 2027 election after meeting all constitutional and statutory requirements, according to NDC National Screening Committee Chairman Sam Egwu.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  21. Transport Minister clarifies Air Ghana Cargo aircraft is privately owned

    Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe told Parliament on 20 May 2026 that the Air Ghana Cargo aircraft circulating in viral photographs is entirely privately owned and has no connection to state operations, clarifying that the government holds no equity or operational control over the independent cargo transport company.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  22. Mahama's 2024 campaign promises on collapsed banks remain unfulfilled

    President Mahama pledged during his 2024 campaign to pay customers of collapsed financial institutions within one year and restore licences of "wrongfully collapsed" banks; nearly one and a half years into his administration, victims report these promises remain unfulfilled.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  23. High Court grants bail to Abronye DC after eight days custody

    The Accra High Court granted NPP Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC) bail of GH¢100,000 with two sureties after eight days in BNI custody over social media comments about a Circuit Court judge. Paul Twum-Barimah hailed the decision as a victory for constitutional rights and freedom of expression.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  24. Ghana exceeded IMF expectations with deep expenditure cuts in 2025

    Prof Godfred Bokpin says the government "over-impressed" the IMF in 2025 through aggressive expenditure cuts rather than the tax-focused approach of previous IMF programmes, achieving a primary balance of 2.6% of GDP against a planned 1.5%, but warned the gains may not be sustainable long-term.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  25. Accra High Court grants GH¢100,000 bail to Abronye DC

    The Accra High Court has granted bail of GH¢100,000 with two sureties to Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), the Bono Regional Chairman of the NPP, who had been remanded into BNI custody over allegations of spreading false news. The NPP criticised the handling of the case, including the transfer between courts, and alleged political intimidation.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  26. NDC MP defends arrests of activists as lawful enforcement

    David Vondee, NDC Member of Parliament for Twifo Atti Morkwa, has defended recent arrests and remand of political activists, arguing that law enforcement must act against misconduct regardless of political affiliation and that neither courts nor police have breached the Constitution. He condemned threats against police and attacks on the judiciary, stating that arrests should continue until misconduct ceases.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  27. Nigerian actor Desmond Elliot withdraws from assembly race

    Desmond Elliot, a Nigerian actor and lawmaker representing Surulere I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has withdrawn from the APC primaries, alleging intimidation and obstruction during the exercise.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  28. NPP flagbearer says party ready to govern in 2029

    Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the opposition NPP, told the Minority Caucus in Parliament that the party has moved past its post-election healing phase and is now preparing to return to power in 2029, urging MPs to project competence, unity, and readiness to govern.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  29. NPP flagbearer vows not to remove MPs over primary support

    Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP's presidential flagbearer, has assured Members of Parliament that he will not support efforts to remove MPs who did not back his bid during the party's presidential primaries. He called for party unity and dismissed suggestions of divisions within the NPP, stating the party must move forward as one united family.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  30. High Court to rule on NPP chairman Abronye DC's bail application

    A High Court will determine a bail application for Bono Regional Chairman of the NPP Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), who has been remanded into BNI custody over allegations of publication of false news and offensive conduct. Former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame, leading his legal team, opposed the State's request for adjournment, arguing the application was properly served and the accused's rights and health are in issue.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  31. Media must focus on local governance, Prof Ahwoi tells press

    Former Local Government Minister Prof Kwamena Ahwoi has urged the media to prioritise coverage of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies, arguing that Ghana's decentralisation agenda depends on media scrutiny of local governance institutions and accountability at the grassroots level rather than focus on national political figures.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  32. Fanteakwa North NDC executives petition Mahama over DCE conduct

    NDC constituency executives in Fanteakwa North have appealed to President Mahama to intervene in what they describe as the "uncooperative and divisive" leadership of District Chief Executive Abubakar Osman, accusing him of sidelining party structures, neglecting grassroots supporters, and executing government projects without consulting constituency leadership.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  33. Government announces support package for Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa

    Following renewed xenophobic attacks against foreign African nationals in South Africa, Ghana's government has announced a comprehensive support package for evacuated citizens, including a "Welcome Home Financial Package," transportation support, reintegration allowances, and linkage to employment and startup support programmes.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  34. GIPS welcomes value-for-money law, calls for procurement bill passage

    The Ghana Institute of Procurement and Supply has welcomed newly assented Value for Money legislation as a step toward strengthening transparency and efficiency in public spending, while urging swift passage of a companion Procurement Practicing Bill to enforce professional standards among procurement officers.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  35. Lands Ministry probes National Security operatives' alleged galamsey links

    The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has constituted a fact-finding team to investigate allegations linking purported National Security operatives to illegal mining activities following the arrest of four armed illegal miners at Dominase in May, during which the suspects claimed they were acting under the direction of individuals identified as "Ras", "Mambo" and "Nana Teku". The ministry spokesperson said the investigation was prompted by concerns that some NAIMOS operations were allegedly being undermined by persons believed affiliated with National Security.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  36. Freddie Blay endorses Wontumi for NPP national chairmanship

    Former NPP National Chairman Freddie Blay has expressed support for Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) in his bid for the party's national chairmanship. Blay praised Wontumi's campaign structure and assured him of backing throughout the race.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  37. BoG CRR adjustment validates MP's earlier monetary policy critique

    Dr Gideon Boako, Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, says the Bank of Ghana's recent adjustments to the Cash Reserve Ratio vindicate his earlier warning that the central bank's audited financial statements would show significant losses driven by monetary policy changes. He argues the reversal of parts of the CRR framework strengthens his position that policy revisions, rather than "cost of stability," caused the losses.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  38. NPP members protest alleged irregularities in Tarkwa-Nsuaem internal elections

    Aggrieved members and supporters of the NPP in Tarkwa-Nsuaem Constituency held a peaceful protest on Thursday, May 21, 2026, accusing constituency executives of manipulating internal elections and disregarding guidelines. The group alleged arbitrary disqualifications, intimidation, and exclusion of party members throughout the registration, nomination, vetting, and polling processes, and claimed that complaints submitted to party leadership were ignored.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  39. Former AG condemns Abronye DC's detention; High Court grants bail

    Former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame criticised the detention of NPP Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), calling it "very unhealthy" for Ghana's democracy after the Accra High Court granted him bail of GH¢100,000 with two sureties. Dame argued that offences of spreading false news should not ordinarily attract custodial detention, and that Abronye DC's nine days and eight nights in custody was excessive.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  40. IMCC engages media on Ghana's 2026-2030 decentralisation policy

    The Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation held a workshop with media practitioners to build public awareness for Ghana's new National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework (2026–2030), which aims to create a more responsive, participatory and inclusive local government system that brings governance closer to people.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  41. Tourism Minister requests Attorney-General probe into GH¢33m audit discrepancies

    The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has called on the Attorney-General to investigate procurement breaches linked to a GH¢33 million special audit cited in a wider GH¢69 billion government arrears audit report. The Ministry of Finance rejected the claim due to lack of supporting documentation for the transactions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  42. Media role vital for Ghana decentralisation policy success

    The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation said effective communication, civic education, and public engagement are crucial to ensuring citizens understand and participate in the implementation of decentralisation policies. He made the remarks at a media sensitisation workshop in Accra attended by journalists, bloggers, and broadcasting hosts.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  43. Lawyer accuses government of suppressing dissent via criminal law

    Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, counsel for NPP's Abronye DC, has accused the government of using Sections 207 and 208 of the Criminal Offences Act to suppress dissenting views and intimidate political opponents. He stated that about 16 people have been arrested and charged under these provisions over the last 16 months, raising concerns about free speech and political tolerance.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  44. NDC chairman urges retention of effective branch executives for 2028

    National Democratic Congress Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has called on party supporters to retain hardworking branch executives while removing those with questionable commitment as the party prepares for the 2028 general elections. He attributed the NDC's recent electoral success to the effectiveness of grassroots structures.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  45. Police arrest suspect for alleged threats against President Mahama

    The Ghana Police Service arrested a suspect identified as Mahama Aminat, also known as Akosua Serwaa Minat, for allegedly making insulting remarks and threats against President John Dramani Mahama in videos circulated on TikTok. The suspect was arrested on May 20, 2026, in the Sekyere Kumawu District and is currently in custody assisting with investigations.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  46. TikToker arrested for death threats against President Mahama

    The Ghana Police Service's Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team arrested Mahama Aminat (also known as Akosua Serwaa Minat) on 20 May 2026 for making insulting remarks, threatening the life of President John Dramani Mahama, and inciting harm against the President and his wife in TikTok videos.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  47. Sammi Awuku's wife stepped back from politics for family

    Mary Anane Awuku, an entrepreneur and leadership advocate, says she withdrew from active politics to allow her husband Sammi Awuku to continue his political career while she focused on business and family. She expressed no regrets about the decision and continues to support her husband's political journey.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  48. Security officers accused in illegal mining to face law

    The Lands and Natural Resources Ministry has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the law against illegal mining, warning that four security operatives arrested in connection with galamsey activities will face full legal consequences if the allegations are proven.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  49. Accra court sets May 28 deadline for Wontumi defence witnesses

    An Accra court has given lawyers for Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) a final deadline of Thursday, May 28, 2026, to produce additional witnesses in his criminal trial. The court warned that failure to present witnesses by then would result in the court assuming the defence has no further witnesses and proceeding to addresses before setting a judgment date.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  50. Minority accuses Foreign Affairs Minister of bypassing Parliament

    The Minority in Parliament has accused Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa of failing to lay international agreements before Parliament for approval as required by the 1992 Constitution. Speaking for the Minority, Samuel Abu Jinapor alleged that key agreements, including a Ghana-EU defence arrangement, have not been submitted to Parliament for scrutiny and ratification, arguing that Parliament is being sidelined in major foreign policy decisions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  51. High Court adjourns OSP stay-of-execution hearing to June 2026

    The High Court in Accra has adjourned the Office of the Special Prosecutor's application for a stay of execution of an earlier ruling that found the OSP lacks independent prosecutorial authority. The hearing has been rescheduled for 8 June 2026 after the respondent's legal team was unable to attend the originally scheduled hearing.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

Business

  1. Walmart warns higher petrol prices squeeze US consumer spending

    Walmart expects sales growth to slow significantly from May to July as higher petrol prices, driven by the Middle East conflict and rising oil costs, pressure US household budgets. The retailer's finance chief said tax refunds had cushioned the impact, but as those benefits fade, consumers will feel more strain from elevated fuel costs.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Flexible exchange rate regime absorbs external shocks, says BoG deputy

    The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana argues that a flexible exchange rate regime helps absorb external shocks by reducing transmission of foreign monetary conditions into domestic economies, and is essential as emerging markets face volatile capital flows and tightening global financial conditions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Bank of Ghana reverts to unified CRR policy one year after abandoning it

    The Bank of Ghana has reversed its June 2025 decision to adopt currency-matched cash reserve ratios and returned to the previous unified 15% CRR policy on both cedi and foreign currency deposits, held in cedis. The reversal takes effect June 4, 2026, after experts said the currency-matched system contributed significantly to the central bank's 2025 losses.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Cocoa price slide prompts chocolate makers to restore real cocoa

    As cocoa futures have slumped nearly 70% from late-2024 records, major chocolate makers including Hershey are planning to increase cocoa content and return products to traditional recipes, potentially lowering shelf prices and boosting demand for cocoa farmers.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. UK completes £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states

    The UK has agreed a trade deal with Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, worth £3.7bn to the economy and removing an estimated £580m a year in tariffs from British exports once fully implemented. Rights groups have criticised the lack of detail on human rights and labour protections in the agreement.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Meta cuts up to 350 jobs in Ireland workforce

    Meta has notified employees in Ireland that up to 350 jobs are under threat as the company cuts 10% of its global workforce, roughly 8,000 staff. The tech firm, which employs about 1,800 people in Ireland, is increasing spending on artificial intelligence.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Samsung union suspends strike after tentative pay deal reached

    The largest union at Samsung Electronics has suspended a planned strike after reaching a last-minute tentative pay agreement, easing concerns about disruption to the world's largest memory chipmaker. The dispute centred on how to distribute profits from soaring AI chip demand, with the union representing nearly 48,000 workers securing changes to bonus distribution between memory chip divisions and other units.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Nvidia's record earnings disappoint investors despite strong AI demand

    US chip giant Nvidia reported record quarterly sales of $81.6bn and net income of $58.3bn, with first-quarter revenue up 85% year-on-year, yet shares fell 1.6% in after-hours trading as analysts suggest investors have become accustomed to stellar results and cite growing competition concerns.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Ghana real estate sector poised for growth in 2026

    Ghana's real estate sector is entering its most supportive financing environment in nearly a decade, driven by easing inflation, a recovering cedi, and interest rate cuts by the Bank of Ghana. Commercial properties are projected to generate annual yields of 8–15 percent in 2026, while residential rental yields are expected to range 7–12 percent.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  10. Ghana's IMF exit signals renewed investor confidence, ADB MD says

    The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank has described Ghana's successful exit from the IMF financial support programme as a defining moment for economic recovery, demonstrating the country's commitment to macroeconomic stability and stronger financial discipline. He noted that banks now have a critical responsibility to deepen support for businesses, agriculture, SMEs, and productive sectors.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  11. Zoomlion Kenya advances Nairobi waste management transformation

    Zoomlion Kenya has announced significant progress after beginning operations in Nairobi's integrated waste management programme, focusing on emergency clean-up operations, infrastructure development, and long-term sustainability measures. The company is clearing approximately 109 illegal dumpsites and undertaking legacy waste evacuation to designated disposal facilities, while making improvements to the Dandora Dumpsite.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  12. Trade Ministry prepares for May US Chamber trade delegation

    Ghana's Trade Ministry has held a preparatory meeting for a US Chamber of Commerce Trade Mission scheduled for May 30–June 5, 2026, to showcase priority projects and investment opportunities. Preparations include investment roundtables and business meetings focused on agriculture, agribusiness, renewable energy, and technology.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  13. FABAG supports GSA regulatory battle against shipping line charges

    The Food and Beverage Industry Association of Ghana has backed the Ghana Shippers' Authority's fight against what it calls "unjustified and excessive charges" by international shipping lines, describing legal action by some lines seeking an injunction against GSA regulatory measures as "unfortunate and counterproductive." FABAG cited years of struggle with high port and shipping costs that have raised business expenses and consumer prices.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  14. Ghana's economic activity expands 12.6% year-on-year in March

    The Bank of Ghana reports that the Composite Index of Economic Activity expanded 12.6% year-on-year in March 2026, driven by increased private sector credit, stronger consumer spending, and higher industrial output. However, business and consumer confidence indices both eased in April 2026, with the Bank partly attributing the decline to concerns over the Middle East conflict's economic implications.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  15. GSA, German partners distribute calibrated scales to Techiman traders

    The Ghana Standards Authority and Germany's Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt distributed 50 calibrated weighing scales to traders in Techiman on May 20, 2026, as part of World Metrology Day activities to promote fair trade practices and ensure accurate measurement in commercial transactions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Mobile money transactions reach GH¢493.2 billion in April

    Mobile money transactions in Ghana hit GH¢493.2 billion in April 2026 across 967 million transactions, according to the Bank of Ghana, with registered mobile money accounts rising to 83 million and float balances increasing to GH¢36.7 billion.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  17. Germany congratulates Ghana on IMF programme completion

    The German Embassy in Accra has congratulated Ghana on successfully concluding its Extended Credit Facility programme with the IMF, noting economic gains including lower inflation, a stronger currency, and improved foreign reserves. Germany cited its support through bilateral debt restructuring and expressed optimism about Ghana's continued economic growth.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  18. MASLOC opens Bechem office to support women-owned businesses

    The Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) has inaugurated a new office in Bechem, Tano South Municipality, Ahafo Region, to provide soft loans to local businesses, particularly women traders, to enhance their economic activities and livelihoods.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Euroget faces winding-up petition over three million dollar debt

    An Accra High Court has adjourned to June 17, 2026 a petition seeking the winding up of Euroget De-Invest S.A over an outstanding debt exceeding three million dollars. The defendant's counsel indicated the company would file an affidavit in opposition to the petition filed by Top International Engineering Ghana Limited.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  20. Yango Group launches Yango Tech across Africa for B2B AI solutions

    Yango Group has launched Yango Tech in Africa to offer AI and digital infrastructure solutions to businesses, city authorities and public-sector organizations across mobility, healthcare, financial services and retail sectors.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  21. MTN Ghana urged to improve service delivery, pricing, coverage

    The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has called on MTN Ghana to match its dominance in the telecommunications market with improved customer service, affordable pricing, and wider network coverage, citing public complaints about high data charges, unstable connectivity, dropped calls, and poor rural access.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  22. Nigeria's central bank holds key rate at 26.5%

    The Central Bank of Nigeria's Monetary Policy Committee voted to retain the Monetary Policy Rate at 26.5% and maintained all key policy parameters, citing persistent inflationary pressures and the need to sustain macroeconomic stability. Nigeria's headline inflation rose to 15.69% in April 2026 from 15.38% in March 2026.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  23. Customs chief visits Tema Port to boost revenue strategy

    The Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority visited Tema Port to discuss strategies for maximizing national revenue, focusing on transit trade operations and deepening cooperation between the two institutions. He urged officials to block revenue leakages and streamline port processes to enhance Ghana's competitiveness as a trade hub.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  24. Dubai real estate firm AYS Developers opens Accra office

    AYS Developers, a Dubai-based real estate company, has opened an office at Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra to serve as a hub for clients interested in Dubai property investments and luxury residential developments. The office will offer personalised investment advisory services and property consultations to connect African investors with Dubai's luxury property market.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  25. Lynx Entertainment exits artist management, pursues distribution

    Richie Mensah announced on his 40th birthday that Lynx Entertainment is stepping away from artiste management to focus on music distribution and electronics, fulfilling a long-term personal goal to retire from active music production at age 40. The record label has been converted to a distribution company, and Mensah plans to focus full energy on Lynx Electronics.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  26. Bank of Ghana maintains 14% policy rate, tightens liquidity rules

    The Bank of Ghana held its benchmark monetary policy rate at 14 percent and amended the dynamic cash reserve ratio framework to a uniform 20 percent reserve requirement in domestic currency, effective June 4, 2026, as policymakers respond to external inflation risks from Middle East tensions.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  27. Ghana's financial sector assets grow 23% amid improving stability

    Ghana's financial sector assets expanded by 23.2 percent in 2025 to GH¢647.25 billion, according to the Bank of Ghana, reflecting improved stability and resilience across banks and regulated institutions as macroeconomic conditions improved following debt restructuring challenges. The sector showed stronger profitability and solvency indicators, with total assets representing 45.1 percent of gross domestic product.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  28. GhIPSS appoints Chief Technology Officer and Chief Advisor

    Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems Limited has appointed Emmanuel Kwabena Owusu as Chief Technology and Information Officer and an Advisor to the Chief Executive-Emergent Technologies, completing its executive leadership structure. The appointments aim to drive innovation and operational excellence in Ghana's digital payments ecosystem.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  29. Professor warns Ghana needs comprehensive reform beyond fiscal targets

    Professor Godfred Bokpin of the University of Ghana says the government cannot focus selectively on fiscal targets and must address structural challenges, particularly environmental destruction from illegal mining, to sustain economic recovery. He warned that Ghana remains vulnerable despite recent gains and projects the country could return to an IMF programme by 2032–2033 without deeper reforms.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  30. Boako attributes Bank of Ghana losses to CRR policy changes

    Dr Gideon Boako, Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, attributed the Bank of Ghana's reported financial losses to policy decisions on the Cash Reserve Ratio, particularly changes affecting foreign currency deposits, rather than to what has been described as the "cost of stability."

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  31. Ghana, US discuss digital cooperation and AI strategy

    Ghana's Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George met with a US government delegation to discuss strengthening digital cooperation, including Ghana's digital transformation agenda, artificial intelligence strategy, and efforts to position Ghana as a leading digital hub in Africa. Both sides committed to continued collaboration in digital skills training and satellite technology deployment.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  32. Court of Appeal restores GN Savings and Loans license

    The Court of Appeal unanimously quashed the High Court's decision upholding the Bank of Ghana's 2019 revocation of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited's license, finding the revocation unfair and unreasonable. The court ordered the receiver to return assets and control to the company's shareholders.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  33. M-KOPA Ghana fintech expands smartphone financing to all 16 regions

    M-KOPA Ghana's impact report shows its flexible smartphone financing model has unlocked over GHS1.2 billion in credit for more than 550,000 customers since 2021. The company's latest platform bundles affordable data, device protection, and health insurance into smartphone plans, with 67% of customers accessing health insurance for the first time through its partnership with Turaco.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  34. Dubai Chambers deepens Ghana trade and investment cooperation

    Dubai Chambers held high-level meetings in Accra with Ghana's key trade and economic institutions, including the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, to strengthen bilateral trade, investment cooperation and private-sector partnerships. The meetings were part of a broader trade mission by Dubai Chamber of Commerce to Ghana and Ethiopia aimed at identifying economic opportunities and supporting expansion of Dubai-based companies into African markets.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  35. Bank of Ghana maintains policy rate at 14% amid geopolitical risks

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has defended the Monetary Policy Committee's decision to hold the policy rate at 14%, citing ongoing Middle East conflict as a key source of uncertainty threatening Ghana's inflation outlook and economic stability. Although economic indicators suggest room for further rate cuts, the MPC chose to pause and monitor global developments due to risks posed by the geopolitical crisis.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  36. Bank of Ghana holds policy rate at 14 percent amid Middle East uncertainties

    The Monetary Policy Committee maintained the policy rate at 14 percent, with the Bank of Ghana Governor citing the Middle East conflict as an external risk that could undermine Ghana's inflation outlook despite improving domestic economic indicators.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  37. Accra garage owner sells Mercedes to fund business growth

    Lasisi Oseni, owner of Lastec Auto Centre in Amasaman, sold his Mercedes-Benz E-Class to invest in a spraying oven, upgrading the workshop's paint and bodywork quality and spurring customer growth.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  38. Ghanaian start-ups can access €100K non-dilutive funding via develoPPP

    After a one-year pause, the develoPPP Ventures programme is reopening applications in Ghana, offering high-potential, impact-driven start-ups access to €100K in non-dilutive funding and scaling support. The programme, commissioned by Germany's BMZ and implemented by GIZ and DEG Impulse, has backed over 100 start-ups across the continent and deployed over €2.5 million across four African countries in 2025 alone.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  39. Open African markets to accelerate digital connectivity growth

    Telecel Ghana's director of enterprise business argued that African governments and industry leaders should open markets and harmonise digital infrastructure policies to deepen regional trade and enable fuller participation in the digital economy. She noted that while three-quarters of Ghana has connectivity coverage, smartphone penetration remains at 46 percent, limiting access to digital services despite rapid network expansion.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  40. Ghana's macroeconomic indicators improving, but relief uneven

    Ghana has achieved significant macroeconomic improvements—inflation down to 3.4%, cedi appreciating, 6% GDP growth, and falling interest rates—but ordinary citizens report that this recovery does not match their lived experience, creating a disconnect between headline statistics and real economic conditions.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  41. Evidence shows Joana Quaye co-founded investment company with ex-husband

    Joana Quaye's role in Quick Credit and Investment Money Lending Limited (now Bills Micro-Credit Ltd.), co-founded with businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye in 2011, has emerged through court documents showing she held 100,000 shares as a "First Shareholder" alongside his 900,000 shares. The evidence contradicts Quaye's claims on the Delay Show that he solely established the company without his ex-wife's involvement.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  42. Bank of Ghana holds policy rate at 14 percent amid Middle East risks

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana defended the Monetary Policy Committee's decision to maintain the policy rate at 14 percent, citing lingering geopolitical tensions in the Middle East as a serious risk to Ghana's inflation outlook and economic stability. Although current economic indicators suggest room for further monetary easing, the MPC decided to pause and monitor global developments because of uncertainties surrounding the Middle East crisis.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  43. 7Eleven opens bolt and coating facilities in Western Region

    Wholly Ghanaian-owned 7Eleven has commissioned new manufacturing facilities at Aboadi in Ahanta West Municipality to produce bolts, nuts, fasteners and advanced coating products locally, aiming to reduce import dependence and support upstream petroleum, mining, construction and manufacturing sectors.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  44. GCB Bank finances 200+ machines for Timeline under Big Push

    GCB Bank has financed and handed over over 200 heavy-duty machines and equipment to Timeline and Innovations Company Ltd in support of Ghana's Big Push infrastructure programme. The bank has committed close to GHȼ5 billion toward the Big Push agenda and national infrastructure development.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  45. CBG launches 'Sika Agent' agency banking initiative nationwide

    Consolidated Bank Ghana has launched its agency banking initiative "Sika Agent" with an initial rollout of 168 registered agents across the Greater Accra, Central and Eastern regions. The bank aims to onboard about 1,000 agents by the end of the year and 8,000 agents by 2028.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  46. Bank of Ghana sees cedi stability sustained through economic reforms

    The Bank of Ghana's Governor said the country is unlikely to return to persistent cedi depreciation as ongoing economic reforms strengthen confidence in the economy. He attributed recent foreign exchange gains to stronger macroeconomic fundamentals, improved inflows including gold exports and remittances, and continued central bank monitoring.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  47. Court of Appeal restores GN Bank licence after seven years

    The Court of Appeal unanimously restored the operating licence of GN Savings and Loans, quashing a High Court decision that upheld its revocation during the banking sector cleanup and ruling that the Bank of Ghana's decision to revoke the licence was unfair and unreasonable. Chairman Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom said the restoration marks a turning point and that Ghana is in a positive political environment capable of supporting business recovery.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  48. BoG Governor calls for integrated African financial markets

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has called for stronger integration of African financial and capital markets, arguing that economies that fail to connect their financial systems risk falling behind globally. He said Ghana is working with regional partners to support harmonised payment rails, fintech licence passporting, and a broader vision of an integrated African financial market.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  49. Court of Appeal restores GN Savings and Loans operating licence

    The Court of Appeal has unanimously overturned a High Court decision and restored the operating licence of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited, which regulators had revoked. Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom, Global Chairman of Groupe Nduom, expressed relief after what he described as seven very difficult years of legal and regulatory battle.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  50. Court orders Bank of Ghana to restore GN Savings licence

    The Court of Appeal has ordered the Bank of Ghana to restore GN Savings and Loans' operating licence, which was revoked during Ghana's banking sector cleanup exercise. Founder Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom pledged to rebuild the firm stronger than before and return it to contributing to economic growth.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  51. Ecobank and AfCFTA partner to unlock $3 billion trade finance

    Ecobank Group and the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat have signed a memorandum of understanding to accelerate intra-African trade and support SMEs, women-led businesses, and young entrepreneurs through a $3 billion trade finance commitment to be deployed over three years.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  52. Court overturns Bank of Ghana's seven-year revocation of GN Savings and Loans

    A three-member Court of Appeal panel has unanimously overturned the Bank of Ghana's 2019 revocation of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited's operating licence, ruling the central bank's decision was unfair and unreasonable. The court ordered the Receiver to return possession, management and control of the company to its shareholders, though restoring the licence and resuming regulated banking activity remain separate processes.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  53. Prof Bokpin urges Mahama to support Ghanaian businesses

    Professor Godfred Bokpin has appealed to President Mahama to prioritize the growth of indigenous Ghanaian businesses as part of his legacy, arguing that government support for entrepreneurs must not be influenced by politics and that businesses should be assisted based on potential and capacity rather than political affiliation.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  54. Court restores GN Savings and Loans license after seven years

    The Court of Appeal has restored the operating license of GN Savings and Loans, ending a seven-year legal and regulatory battle. Owner Dr. Paa Kwesi Nduom thanked loyal employees and credited the current political environment for the resolution.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  55. Appeal Court restores GN Savings and Loans license

    Ghana's Court of Appeal has unanimously reversed a High Court ruling and restored the license of GN Savings and Loans, finding the regulatory revocation unfair and unreasonable. The company's legal representatives announced plans to enforce the judgment and compel the court-appointed receiver to return assets and management control to the original ownership.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  56. MTN Ghana holds SME Business Clinic in Koforidua for 150 enterprises

    MTN Ghana organized an "SME Business Clinic" in Koforidua for about 150 small and medium-sized enterprises to build their capacities in financial management, bookkeeping, and emerging business technologies. Participants said the practical and theoretical training deepened their operational understanding and would help them strategize for business growth.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  57. develoPPP Ventures reopens funding applications for Ghana start-ups

    The develoPPP Ventures programme, backed by German development agencies, is reopening applications in Ghana to support impact-driven start-ups with €100k funding after a one-year pause. The programme, led by GreenTec Capital Partners and Bakerson Limited, deployed over €2.5 million across four African countries in 2025, supporting 24 start-ups across more than 10 sectors.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  58. Ghana's exports remain concentrated in gold, cocoa, oil

    Despite posting a trade surplus of US$13.6 billion in 2025, Ghana's merchandise export basket has become less diversified over the past decade, with gold, cocoa and oil dominating. Gold's export share rose from 33 percent in 2013 to 38 percent in 2024, while "other exports" fell from 32 percent to 26 percent, and the top-10 exporters account for 74 percent of all exports.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  59. Court of Appeal restores GN Savings and Loans operating licence

    The Court of Appeal has unanimously overturned the Bank of Ghana's 2019 decision to revoke the operating licence of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited, ordering the receiver to return control of the institution's assets and operations to its shareholders. The ruling ends nearly seven years of litigation stemming from the 2017–2020 financial sector clean-up.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  60. Ghana's banks launch six-month nationwide anti-fraud campaign

    The Ghana Association of Banks will run a public education campaign from May 22 to October 2026 to combat rising financial fraud and restore confidence in the banking sector. The campaign targets social engineering, Business Email Compromise, card fraud, account takeover, identity theft, and cyber intrusion.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  61. Ghana completes IMF credit facility ahead of schedule

    Ghana has successfully concluded its 17th Extended Credit Facility programme with the IMF ahead of schedule, marking an economic turnaround with falling inflation, a stabilized cedi, improving credit ratings, and gross international reserves of nearly US$14.5 billion. The country will now transition to a 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument focused on sustaining reforms and protecting economic gains.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  62. Bank of Ghana leading sustainable finance roadmap development

    The Bank of Ghana is working with the Securities and Exchange Commission, National Insurance Commission, and National Pensions Regulatory Authority to develop a sustainable finance roadmap to ensure green finance practices are aligned across the financial sector. The BoG is implementing a 10-point sustainability plan and emphasizes integrating environmental, social, and governance risks into financial institutions' core activities and long-term objectives.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  63. Bank lending rebounds but favors low-risk sectors over growth

    Ghana's private sector credit has expanded by close to 19 percent following economic stabilization, with banks reopening credit access. However, the authors argue that while lending is recovering, it is flowing disproportionately toward safer, faster sectors rather than activities that drive productive economic transformation.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  64. The Career Trail Season 4 features CEO of Crown Peak Holdings

    Joy Online's The Career Trail Season 4 airs its fourth episode featuring Dr. Kobbina Tuyee Awuah, CEO of Crown Peak Holdings, discussing how global franchises like Burger King and Pinkberry entered Ghana and the business challenges involved.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  65. Ghana to receive final US$318 million IMF tranche after July board approval

    Ghana will have access to the final US$318 million tranche of its IMF Extended Credit Facility immediately after the IMF Board approves the sixth programme review on July 27, 2026, according to IMF Mission Chief Dr. Ruben Atoyan. If approved, the total amount Ghana receives under the programme since May 2023 would reach US$3.2 billion.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  66. GN Savings and Loans case expected to reach Supreme Court

    A banking consultant predicts that the legal dispute over GN Savings and Loans will proceed to Ghana's Supreme Court, as one party is likely to challenge the Court of Appeal's recent ruling that restored the company's licence. The consultant noted that the banking sector cleanup has involved multiple court actions and that GN Savings and Loans was one of several financial institutions affected during the exercise.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  67. GN Savings and Loans licence restoration is merely a beginning

    The CEO of Dalex Finance says restoring GN Savings and Loans' licence does not mean the institution has fully recovered, cautioning that rebuilding the bank and regaining public confidence will be difficult. According to him, a bank requires more than legal licence restoration — it needs operational systems, capitalization, governance, liquidity, regulatory supervision, and public confidence.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  68. Consolidated Bank Ghana launches agency banking model nationwide

    Consolidated Bank Ghana has unveiled its "Sika Agent" agency banking initiative to expand financial services access to underserved and hard-to-reach communities across the country through accredited agents. The Deputy Managing Director described the rollout as part of the bank's transformation agenda to make banking services more accessible, secure and convenient for individuals and businesses.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  69. Ghana's non-performing loans decline but credit risk remains elevated

    The Bank of Ghana reports the non-performing loan ratio fell to 18.0% from 23.6%, reflecting improved bank credit and reduced NPL stock, though elevated credit risk persists and requires strict regulatory compliance. Total banking sector assets expanded 26.6% year-on-year to GH¢493.9 billion in April 2026, with the Capital Adequacy Ratio strengthening to 22.3%.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  70. Group Ndoum hails court victory in seven-year licence dispute

    The Vice President of Group Ndoum welcomed the Court of Appeal's ruling in favour of GN Savings and Loans, saying the judgment vindicated the group's position that it committed no wrongdoing to justify the Bank of Ghana's decision to revoke its operating licence. He argued the action was unwarranted and said the ruling brought relief to founder Papa Kwesi Nduom and his family.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  71. MP warns banks may reject forex deposits from next month

    Dr. Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has cautioned that commercial banks may soon reject certain foreign exchange deposits and urged individuals holding dollars to deposit them before possible restrictions take effect, citing broader financial sector challenges linked to the Bank of Ghana's revision of the cash reserve ratio on foreign deposits.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  72. Kumasi typewriter business keeps manual keyboard craft alive

    Typists in Kumasi, including Eunice Asante Mensah ("Celebrity Typist"), continue to operate typewriters in locations such as Manhyia, serving customers who value the authenticity and reliability of manually prepared documents. Mensah, who began typewriting in 2007 after completing a Secretariat course, has built nearly two decades of experience and gained national television recognition.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  73. Reserve money growth slows to 3.6% in April 2026

    The Bank of Ghana reports that reserve money growth slowed significantly to 3.6% in April 2026 from 38% a year earlier, while broad money supply expanded at 22.2% down from 26.7%, reflecting the central bank's tight monetary policy stance.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  74. Court of Appeal orders BoG restore GN Savings licence

    The Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of GN Savings and Loans and ordered the Bank of Ghana to restore its revoked licence and return assets to shareholders. Papa Kwesi Nduom's counsel argued that the BoG and High Court failed to follow appropriate regulatory procedures before revoking the licence seven years ago, overlooking that the institution had sufficient capital to continue operations.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  75. GSA launches digital app for consumers to verify product standards

    The Ghana Standards Authority will roll out a mobile application allowing consumers to scan and verify whether products meet national standards, as part of efforts to combat fake and substandard goods on the market. The app aims to empower consumers to make informed choices and will work on Android, iPhone, and other smartphones.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  76. MTN Ghana launches SME Business Clinic in Koforidua

    Telecommunications company MTN Ghana organised a business development forum in Koforidua bringing together about 150 SME operators to strengthen capacity in financial management, bookkeeping, packaging, labelling, and digital technology adoption. The SME Business Clinic is part of a wider initiative being rolled out across six regions this year.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  77. Court of Appeal rules in Nduom's favour in GN Bank dispute

    The Court of Appeal ruled in favour of businessman and politician Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom in a legal battle linked to his defunct GN Savings and Loans. Nduom, whose banking operations were affected during Ghana's financial sector clean-up exercise seven years ago, expressed optimism about the future and signalled plans to return to work.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  78. GIADEC, TDC, ARISE IIP form partnership to develop Tema industrial park

    Ghana's government through GIADEC and TDC has partnered with ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms to develop an integrated industrial park in Tema spanning approximately 100 to 120 hectares. The parties incorporated Tema Integrated Industrial Parks Company Limited in April 2026 as a special purpose vehicle, with site preparation activities underway.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  79. MTN executive urges reforms for Ghanaian business sustainability

    MTN Group Senior Vice President Ebenezer Asante called for targeted reforms and innovative business models to reduce risks facing Ghanaian businesses, particularly those operating informally or in concentrated sectors. He stressed the need for tailored regulatory frameworks to support local enterprises and noted that some businesses are diversifying through capital market opportunities and improved governance structures.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  80. Ghana's Trade Minister leads investment mission to China

    Ghana's Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare is leading a high-level delegation to China to attract strategic investments into Ghana's industrial and agribusiness sectors as part of the government's industrial transformation programme. The delegation, which includes officials from multiple ministries and agencies, is participating in a China–Ghana Investment Forum and touring major industrial facilities in Hubei and Wuhan Provinces.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  81. Banks may reject forex deposits from next month, MP warns

    Dr. Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has cautioned that commercial banks may begin rejecting certain foreign exchange deposits starting next month, and advised individuals holding foreign currency to deposit them without delay. He attributed the anticipated development to recent policy shifts and adjustments to the Bank of Ghana's cash reserve requirements, though he did not specify which categories of deposits would be affected or cite a formal directive.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  82. GIADEC, TDC, ARISE form company for Tema industrial park

    Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation, Tema Development Corporation, and ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms have incorporated a special purpose company, Tema Integrated Industrial Parks Company Limited, to develop a 100–120 hectare industrial park in Tema's Heavy Industrial Area. The project, part of President Mahama's industrialisation agenda, will support downstream processing, attract investment, and create jobs.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  83. Tema port and customs deepen collaboration on trade facilitation

    The Director of Port and the Acting Commissioner of the Customs Division held a working visit at Tema Port to strengthen collaboration and operational efficiency, with discussions centred on enhancing trade facilitation, cargo clearance processes, revenue mobilisation, security, and inter-agency cooperation.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Mining & Energy

  1. Temporary GRIDCo control room to complete by September 2026

    Ghana's Energy Minister announced that a temporary control room for Ghana Grid Company at Akosombo Switchyard will be completed by the end of September 2026, following an April fire that caused over 1,000 megawatts of power loss. Government is also planning to construct a permanent modern control room to strengthen the nation's power transmission infrastructure.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. EPA arrests suspected illegal miner over Ankobra tributary pollution

    The Environmental Protection Authority has arrested Abeka Gogo, suspected of operating the illegal mining site Gyenyame Gyetei in Nzema East Municipality, where mining activities have damaged farmlands, wetlands and a tributary of the Ankobra River. The arrest followed a follow-up inspection after operators ignored a May 19, 2026 directive to halt operations, with EPA officials finding the site still active despite their order.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana aligns with net-zero agenda through regulatory policy updates

    Ghana has signalled its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and Paris Agreement, with updated Nationally Determined Contributions outlining targets to reduce emissions while sustaining economic growth. For businesses, the shift raises critical issues of compliance, innovation, competitiveness, and long-term viability as regulatory reforms and ESG expectations reshape operations.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  4. NAIMOS arrests four armed suspects at illegal mining site

    The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat task force arrested four armed suspects on May 20 along the Ankobra River in Nzema East Municipality for allegedly operating an illegal mining site, unlawfully possessing firearms, and destroying the environment. The suspects resisted arrest and attempted to obstruct the operation before being subdued.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Four arrested for illegal mining security along Ankobra River

    The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat arrested four suspected armed illegal miners at Dominase in the Nzema East Municipality during a patrol along the Ankobra River on May 20, 2026. The suspects resisted arrest and were found operating with pump-action guns and machetes at an active galamsey site.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  6. Licensed miner seeks Minerals Commission help against illegal invasion

    Kofreze Construction & Engineering Limited has petitioned the Minerals Commission to intervene after illegal miners forcibly took over its licensed concession at Wasa Dadieso in the Wasa Amenfi East Municipality, Western Region, causing environmental degradation and property destruction. The company's security team detected the invasion about three weeks before the April 24, 2026 petition.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  7. Military and NAIMOS arrest four in illegal mining gang raid

    A joint operation between soldiers and the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat arrested four suspects in the Western Region, including a gang leader described as key to attacks on taskforce operatives. Officers recovered two pump-action shotguns, ammunition, excavator parts, and other equipment from the illegal mining site.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  8. Ghana partners with Canadian firm on waste-to-energy project

    The Energy and Green Transition Ministry signed an MoU with Canadian company Portage Energy Group to convert municipal solid waste into bio-organic pellets, electricity, and sustainable aviation fuel, beginning with studies at the Kpone landfill site in Tema. Each facility will generate up to 25 megawatts of electricity, with 5 megawatts powering operations and the remainder supplied to the national grid.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Heath Goldfields resumes Bogoso-Prestea mine operations after two-year halt

    Heath Goldfields Limited has resumed operations at the Bogoso-Prestea Mine, recalling former workers after a nearly two-year shutdown that left hundreds without jobs and income. The return to work brings relief to families who had exhausted savings and taken on debt during the period of inactivity.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

Agriculture & Land

  1. Super El Niño projected for mid-2026 to early 2027

    Weather models project a super El Niño event between mid-2026 and early 2027. Past El Niño events in Ghana have caused prolonged dry spells, reduced rainfall, increased temperatures, drought risks, and economic losses through declines in agricultural productivity, reduced hydropower generation, and disruptions to rain-fed livelihoods.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Forestry Commission hands over 10 protection camps to combat illegal mining

    The Forestry Commission has handed over 10 forest protection camps and two checkpoints to strengthen the fight against illegal mining, logging and other forest crimes. The handover took place under the UK-Ghana Forest Governance Partnership.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  3. Nkoko Nketenkete Programme beneficiaries report improved livelihoods

    Beneficiaries of the Nkoko Nketenkete Programme—including unemployed youth, vulnerable households, and graduates—have shared testimonies of improved livelihoods through poultry farming and small-scale entrepreneurship, with participants reporting faster income generation and household benefits.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Warming seas and declining catches threaten Ghana's fish processors

    Fish catches are declining along Ghana's coast as fishers and processors report changes in the sea, with scientists pointing to warming oceans as a rising threat alongside overfishing and illegal practices. In April 2021, fish washed ashore along parts of Ghana's coastline with dead dolphins; the fisheries commission's preliminary investigations pointed to environmental stressors including elevated sea temperatures, oxygen depletion and pollution.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  5. Ahondwo cocoa farmers seek clinic and government support services

    Cocoa farmers in the Ahondwo operational area, Oti Region, have appealed to the government and COCOBOD to establish a cocoa clinic and provide essential support services, citing challenges including limited healthcare access, inadequate agrochemical supplies, lack of scholarships, and insufficient logistics support that negatively affect their productivity and livelihoods.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

Society

  1. Driving Schools Association urges mandatory training to cut road crashes

    Ghana's National Association of Driving Schools is calling for mandatory driver training and stricter enforcement of road safety regulations to reduce road accidents and fatalities. The Association's General Secretary cited human factors as a major cause of crashes and referenced existing laws requiring refresher training during licence renewal and court-ordered remedial training.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ofcom says TikTok and YouTube not safe enough for children

    UK regulator Ofcom has criticised TikTok and YouTube for failing to commit to significant changes reducing harmful content for children, saying content feeds are "not safe enough" despite the platforms' existing safety features. Meta, Snap and Roblox agreed to stronger anti-grooming measures, and Ofcom said it would share concerns about ineffective age-rule enforcement with the government.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Climate advocate urges policymakers to center grassroots communities

    Gafaru Aminu, a youth climate advocate with CorpsAfrica Ghana, has called on policymakers to strengthen engagement with grassroots communities when designing climate policies, warning that interventions often fail because they do not reflect local realities and community lived experiences. He also argued that over-reliance on large global funding mechanisms risks overlooking local capacities and solutions already emerging within communities, citing an example of 17 households that mobilised about GH¢35,000 in cash and in-kind contributions within six months for a local climate adaptation project.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. UG professor wins Anesvad Foundation lifetime achievement award

    Associate Professor Lydia Mosi of the University of Ghana received a lifetime achievement award from the Anesvad Foundation for her decades of research into Buruli ulcer and other neglected tropical skin diseases. The award recognises her more than 50 high-impact scientific publications, influence on health policy, and securing over $20 million in research funding.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Minister inspects One Million Coders training centres in Greater Accra

    The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations visited selected training centres under the One Million Coders Programme in Greater Accra to assess operational readiness and quality of delivery. He inspected infrastructure, spoke with trainees and facilitators, and reaffirmed the government's commitment to equipping young Ghanaians with digital and coding skills.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Head-on crash kills taxi driver, injures multiple passengers

    One taxi driver died and several passengers were critically injured in a head-on collision between two Opel taxis on the Wenchi-Subinso road on Monday night. According to a passenger, the first driver swerved to avoid a motorised tricycle with no lights and struck the oncoming vehicle.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  7. GNFS responds to diesel tanker accident, no casualties

    The Ghana National Fire Service responded to a road traffic accident on the Accra–Kumasi Highway involving a DAF fuel tanker carrying 54,000 litres of diesel that veered off the road at Asuboi on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The driver reported that bursting of two middle tyres caused the loss of control; no persons were trapped or injured, though the tanker sustained partial damage.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Family sues three hospitals over death after bed shortage

    Dr Matilda Amissah, sister of deceased engineer Charles Henry Amissah, has sued three major hospitals, several health professionals, and the Attorney General, seeking GH¢20 million in general damages. She alleges negligent care and denial of emergency bed availability following her brother's hit-and-run accident on February 6, 2026, which she claims led to his death at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Ghana signs MOU with Google for Education to strengthen digital literacy

    Ghana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Google for Education to strengthen digital literacy and integrate advanced AI technologies into teaching and learning. The partnership aims to build teacher capacity, promote classroom innovation, and equip students with critical skills for a technology-driven global economy.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Ahafo security council shuts illegal mining site, seizes equipment

    The Ahafo Regional Security Council has disbanded an illegal mining site at Adagyamemu in Tano North Municipality and seized five excavators and other mining equipment. The operation was conducted after reports of extensive destruction to the Tano River, a major drinking water source for parts of Ahafo and Bono Regions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  11. GETFund holds entrepreneurship seminar for national service personnel

    The Ghana Education Trust Fund organised an entrepreneurship seminar for its national service personnel on May 19 to equip them with employability and professional development skills. Senior GETFund officials led sessions on communication, professionalism, networking, career development and personal growth.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  12. South Tongu DCE hands over sites for school infrastructure projects

    Victoria Dzeklo, South Tongu District Chief Executive, has handed over sites for construction of educational infrastructure at three second-cycle institutions: Comboni Technical Vocational Institute, St. Catherine Senior High School, and Dabala Senior High Technical School. The projects include classroom blocks, dormitories, and an Assembly Hall complex, to be completed within 12 months.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  13. Court remands two men accused of mobile phone shop robbery

    An Accra Circuit Court has remanded Jacob Akugri, 24, and Moses Akungoe, 28, into police custody after they were arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery of a mobile phone shop in Bolgatanga. The two men, who police say were part of a criminal gang responsible for several armed robbery attacks in the North East and Upper East Regions, have denied the charges and will appear in court again on May 28, 2026.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  14. Ghana activates Ebola preparedness as cases reported in Uganda, DR Congo

    Ghana has not recorded any suspected or confirmed case of Ebola despite recent outbreaks in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Ministry of Health said. The Ministry has activated precautionary measures nationwide including enhanced surveillance at borders, health worker training, and public awareness campaigns.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  15. Mamfe chief urges teacher motivation and discipline in schools

    Osaberima Ansah Sasraku III, Chief of Mamfe and Kyidomhene of Akuapem, hosted a banquet to motivate teachers in Mamfe-Akuapem and called for them to remain committed to shaping youth. He expressed concern about after-school celebrations following the Basic Education Certificate Examination, warning they could expose young people to negative influences including teenage pregnancy and drug abuse.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Kaneshie footbridge closure forces risky highway crossings daily

    The prolonged closure of the Kaneshie footbridge has forced traders, commuters, and schoolchildren to cross a busy highway daily, raising pedestrian safety concerns. No visible construction work is ongoing, and traders report dangerous evening conditions, injuries, and accidents among crossing pedestrians.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  17. Water shortage grips Sunyani due to river pollution

    An acute water shortage has affected the Sunyani Municipality for two months, with taps in many homes remaining dry. The Ghana Water Limited attributes the supply disruptions to high turbidity in the Tano River, linked to illegal mining activities upstream.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  18. GNFS contains commercial fire at Mayera Adusa Quarters

    Firefighters from the Amasaman Fire Station contained a commercial fire at Mayera Adusa Quarters in the early hours of Wednesday, May 20, after receiving a distress call at 2:11 a.m. The fire was fully extinguished by 3:04 a.m. with no injuries recorded, though a metal container and its contents were destroyed.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Police arrest woman for threats against President Mahama on TikTok

    Ghana's Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team arrested a woman identified as Mahama Aminat (also known as Akosua Serwaa Minat) over alleged threats against President John Dramani Mahama and the First Lady in viral TikTok videos. She was arrested on May 20 in the Sekyere Kumawu District and is in custody awaiting court proceedings.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  20. GNFS contains domestic fire at Salaga, no casualties reported

    Firefighters in the Savannah Region contained a domestic fire at a residence in Salaga's Power House suburb on Tuesday. No casualties were recorded, though personal belongings and stored food items were destroyed; the cause is under investigation.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  21. Fire contained at Afiadenyigba SHS boys dormitory

    A fire outbreak at Anlo Afiadenyigba Senior High School in the Volta Region on May 19, 2026 destroyed a boys' dormitory, but firefighters from Anloga Fire Station contained it before it spread to nearby structures. No injuries or casualties were reported, and the GNFS has urged schools nationwide to observe fire safety measures.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  22. Passenger train derails after hitting cattle at Avenor station

    A passenger train on the Tema–Accra line derailed on Thursday morning after striking two stray cows on the tracks near Avenor station, stranding scores of commuters and suspending all services along the corridor.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  23. FDA intensifies checks on imported frozen chicken, meat, fish

    The Food and Drugs Authority has intensified regulatory checks on imported frozen chicken, meat, and fish following renewed national concerns over food safety. The move includes mandatory site verification procedures to ensure products are sourced from hygienic, regulated, and certified facilities abroad and comply with international food safety standards.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  24. Police hunt suspect in Sekondi defilement of two minors

    Western Region police have declared Sule Anas wanted for the alleged defilement of two minors at Fijai Zongo Central near Sekondi. The suspect, an Arabic teacher employed by local leaders, allegedly used false claims of spiritual cleansing to lure victims into a mosque storeroom.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  25. WFP assesses US-funded school feeding programme in Northern Ghana

    The World Food Programme, in collaboration with Ghana's Government and the United States, completed a field assessment of an integrated school feeding programme benefiting about 60,000 pupils across Northern Ghana in 207 low-fee private schools. The three-day mission evaluated the intervention's impact on education, nutrition, health and community livelihoods as the implementation cycle approaches completion in June 2026, revealing significant improvements in school enrolment, attendance and classroom participation.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  26. ICAG President stresses accountability and ethics in governance

    The President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) has stressed that public trust in institutions is closely linked to accountability and ethical governance, urging accountants to uphold integrity amid emerging technologies like AI and rising demands for transparency. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Accountants' Conference in Ho, attended by about 2,500 participants, he noted that sustainability reporting is becoming mandatory globally and emphasized Ghana's readiness for the future of professional accountancy.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  27. Kwaku Bonsam warns pastors to buy Badu Kobi church

    Traditional priest Nana Kwaku Bonsam has warned Ghanaian pastors that if they do not purchase Prophet Emmanuel Badu Kobi's Glorious Wave Church International building—which Badu Kobi is reportedly selling due to financial difficulties—he will buy it and convert it into a fetish school.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  28. Landlord stabs tenant to death over electricity bill dispute

    A 37-year-old tenant, Opoku Agyemang, was stabbed to death by his 50-year-old landlord, Kofi Koranteng, during an argument over a GH¢30 Electricity Company of Ghana bill in Medie Ketewa, Ga West Municipality. The landlord fled after the incident; police have recovered the body and launched a search for the suspect.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  29. School administrator remanded for allegedly defiling 14-year-old

    A 35-year-old administrator of Ridoana Comprehensive School has been remanded in custody by Tema Circuit Court for allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old JHS graduate who was a student at the school. The victim's older sister discovered sexual conversations between the accused and the teenager on Snapchat after noticing the victim's distress following her BECE exams in May 2026.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  30. Chief Nene James Tetteh Asigbey III dies at age seventy-six

    The Royal Asigbey Tettey-Mahu Family of Asigbekope announces the death of Chief Nene James Tetteh Asigbey III, aged 76. Funeral rites are scheduled for 28–30 May 2026 in Asigbekope-Ada.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  31. Fire destroys household property in Salaga, East Gonja

    A domestic fire in Salaga, East Gonja Municipality, destroyed household property and food supplies including cassava, maize, and yams. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and emergency responders contained the blaze before it spread to adjoining structures.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  32. Accra–Tema train derails after collision with stray cattle

    A four-coach passenger train derailed near Avenor on Thursday morning after colliding with two stray cattle on the railway tracks, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded. No injuries were recorded, though the two cattle died on impact.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  33. Mudslide from Adaklu Mountain buries five houses, nine vehicles

    A mudslide from the 600-metre Adaklu Mountain in the Volta Region on May 20, 2026 buried at least five houses and nine vehicles, with two people rescued from debris; the Volta Regional Fire Commander confirmed no lives were lost but ordered residents to evacuate for at least one week while geotechnical engineers assess the situation.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  34. FTF Summit urges youth collaboration for Ghana's national development

    Young people working in Ghana's social impact space were called to build stronger partnerships and collaborative networks to drive national development. The maiden FTF Impact Summit, held at the Embassy of Switzerland in Accra, brought together more than 200 policymakers, entrepreneurs, diplomats, and youth leaders to discuss leadership, innovation, and social impact.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  35. Health Minister confirms no Ebola cases in Ghana

    Ghana's Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has assured the public that no Ebola cases have been recorded in Ghana despite the WHO declaring the disease a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. He urged vigilance and adherence to preventive measures while confirming that no cases have been recorded in West Africa.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  36. Over 101,000 students benefit from No Academic Fees policy

    More than 101,000 first-year students have benefited from the government's No Academic Fees policy for 2025/2026 across accredited tertiary institutions, according to the Students' Loan Trust Fund. The latest disbursement brought the total to 101,905 beneficiaries from 170,425 students who validated their data out of 187,733 records from 163 public institutions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  37. Mudslide buries homes, vehicles in Adaklu-Helekpe, displaces residents

    A mudslide from the 600-metre Adaklu Mountain buried at least five houses and nine vehicles at Adaklu-Helekpe in the Volta Region on May 20, 2026, displacing residents and killing about 50 goats and other livestock. Two people were rescued from the debris by local townsmen, and the regional fire service commander ordered immediate evacuation and a week-long closure pending geological assessment.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  38. Margins Group marks National Identification Authority's 20th anniversary

    Margins ID Group has congratulated the National Identification Authority on its 20th anniversary, stating the two bodies have worked together to strengthen identity, trust, and national development in Ghana through their public-private partnership delivering the national identification system.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  39. Traders decry slow pace of Krofrom Market reconstruction in Kumasi

    Traders at Kumasi's long-abandoned Krofrom Market project, which is due to be completed in December 2026, have expressed disappointment over the slow pace of construction work, with some continuing to operate from unsafe wooden structures despite government promises to resume work.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  40. Gonorrhoea and syphilis cases hit decade-highs across Europe

    Sexually transmitted infections including gonorrhoea and syphilis reached their highest levels in over 10 years in 2024, with gonorrhoea at 106,331 cases (up 303% since 2015) and syphilis at 45,557 (more than doubled since 2015), according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  41. Ghana National Fire Service escalates fire safety education in Ashanti

    The Ghana National Fire Service personnel in the Ashanti Region intensified public fire safety education across communities and markets in Afigya Kwabre North District and Kumasi metropolis, educating residents on emergency reporting, fire prevention, safe LPG handling, and proper electrical usage.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  42. Container falls on mini cargo vehicle; driver critical

    A 20-foot container fell from a trailer onto a mini cargo vehicle at Gomoa Biakoye on the Kasoa–Winneba Highway, trapping the driver, who was rescued by residents and commuters. The driver sustained severe injuries including broken legs and is in critical condition at St. Gregory Hospital.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  43. Chiefs urge Ga East MCE to stop Dakobi River encroachment

    The Ga East Chiefs Association and residents have called on the Municipal Chief Executive to intervene in ongoing encroachment and destruction of the Dakobi River by private developers, warning that illegal filling and housing developments are reducing the river's flood-carrying capacity and creating risks of bridge collapse, flooding, and environmental disaster in communities including Pantang, Abokobi, Agbogba, Nyamekrom and Teiman.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  44. Arabic teacher wanted for alleged assault of minors in Sekondi

    The Western Regional Police Command is searching for Sule Anas, an Arabic teacher accused of sodomizing two minors at Fijai Zongo Central near Sekondi after luring them to a mosque storeroom. A warrant for his arrest was issued on 20 May 2026, and police say he may be hiding in Côte d'Ivoire or Togo.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  45. Safo Kantanka family clarifies funeral date as June 25, 2026

    The family of late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka has issued a disclaimer urging the public to disregard reports claiming July 30–31, 2026 as funeral dates, reaffirming that the official final burial rites date is Thursday, June 25, 2026.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  46. Woman arrested for hiding cannabis in pie for boyfriend in custody

    Ashaiman Police arrested a 21-year-old woman for attempting to smuggle suspected Indian hemp hidden in a meat pie and yogurt to her boyfriend in police custody. Officers discovered the contraband during a routine search of items brought to the holding cell.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  47. NGO Savana Signatures commended for empowering women and youth

    Savana Signatures, a Tamale-based NGO, has been commended for empowering girls, women and youth while fostering community-led development across Ghana, reducing unemployment, and promoting social accountability through initiatives including the Transport Sector Improvement Project and 'Your Voice 4 Matter'.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  48. Youth advocate: climate change is natural but humans intensify it

    At a JoyNews National Dialogue on Ghana's Youth and Climate Change, youth climate advocate Ebenezer John Arhin said climate change is a natural phenomenon that occurs with or without human activity, though human actions significantly influence its current impact and intensity. He credited a structured youth climate training programme with helping him understand the distinction between natural climate processes and human-induced impacts.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  49. Youth climate reporter links plastic waste to flooding in Bamaahu

    A youth climate reporter in the Upper West Region has raised concerns about plastic waste disposal in Bamaahu, describing it as a major contributor to environmental pollution and flooding. She noted that residents have normalized indiscriminate plastic disposal in homes, markets, gutters, and open spaces, with gutters becoming choked with plastic during heavy rains and open burning of plastics worsening environmental pollution.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  50. Midie schoolchildren wade through mud daily to reach school

    Schoolchildren from Midie in Ada East District wade barefoot through thick mud and stagnant water over an estimated 50-metre stretch to reach Aminapa D/A Basic School, the only nearby basic school. Residents say the situation worsens during the rainy season, exposing children to danger and affecting attendance, and note that a child previously lost her life attempting to use the road under similar conditions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  51. Ghana establishes working group for new anti-trafficking national plan

    Ghana's Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection inaugurated a Technical Working Group to review the current National Plan of Action on human trafficking (2022–2026) and develop a new plan for 2027–2031. The Minister emphasized that human trafficking remains a significant challenge requiring coordinated collaboration to protect vulnerable groups.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  52. School CEO rejects caning, favours counselling and parental engagement

    The CEO of Brain Hill International School says the school does not use corporal punishment but instead uses alternative discipline methods, including counselling and removing privileges, while emphasizing that understanding a child's environment is key to shaping behaviour.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  53. Entrepreneur urges sharing success knowledge with younger professionals

    Ghanaian entrepreneur and leadership coach Mary Anane Awuku has encouraged professionals to openly share knowledge and experiences, noting that many people are reluctant to pass on what helped them succeed. She believes sharing knowledge creates room for growth and that success should impact others, not just the individual.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  54. Ashaiman traders lose shops in dawn demolition by private developer

    More than 50 shops and structures were demolished in Ashaiman on 21 May 2026 by a private developer reclaiming land where traders had been operating. The demolition, carried out without notice in the early morning, destroyed goods and livelihoods of traders dealing in plumbing materials, electrical appliances, and other goods; affected traders say they have occupied the disputed land for more than five decades.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  55. Ankaful Prison officers receive emergency response training

    The Ghana Red Cross Society has conducted a two-day Emergency Response Training for Ankaful Prison Complex officers to strengthen their preparedness in handling emergencies including fire outbreaks, medical incidents, riots, and natural disasters. The training covered principles of emergency response, first aid, CPR, and practical exercises in casualty handling and bandaging.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  56. Train kills two cows in Avenor; residents collect meat

    A five-coach passenger train struck and killed two cows on the railway tracks near Avenor in Accra on Thursday morning around 7 a.m., temporarily disrupting rail operations. Eyewitnesses began cutting meat from the dead animals, and an eyewitness said the driver narrowly avoided a derailment that could have struck nearby shops; no injuries were recorded among passengers.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  57. Stakeholders demand demolition of structures around Wa Airport

    At a stakeholder engagement, Ghana Airports Company Limited officials called for demolition of encroaching structures, a ban on near-airport farming, and strict prosecution of sanitation offenders to address wildlife hazards and bird strikes at the Wa Airport. Over 200 bird species have been identified within a 13-kilometre radius of the facility, with human activities including open waste dumping and an uncovered abattoir cited as primary attractants.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  58. UG professor wins lifetime award for neglected tropical disease research

    Prof. Lydia Mosi, Associate Professor of Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of Ghana, has received a lifetime achievement award from the Spanish Anesvad Foundation for her decades of research into Buruli ulcer and other neglected tropical skin diseases. The award recognises her career spanning more than 50 high-impact scientific publications, influence on health policy, and securing over $20 million in research funding.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Culture

  1. Netflix confirms Emily in Paris will end after sixth season

    Netflix announced that the romance comedy-drama Emily in Paris, starring Lily Collins, will conclude after its sixth season. The final season will pick up from season five's cliffhanger and filming has started in Greece, with additional scenes to be shot in Paris and Monaco.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Davido credits Babcock University with shaping music career

    Afrobeats singer Davido visited his alma mater Babcock University and said the institution shaped his life and career. He explained that graduating gives him pride in an industry where many have not finished school, and disclosed that he met his wife Chioma there.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Record label choice impacts artist mental health, says Tiwa Savage

    Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage says the record label an artist signs to plays a significant role in their mental health and well-being. She reflected that at Mavin Records she could confide in label boss Don Jazzy and label mates, but at her current label (Universal Music Group, via Empire) lacks that personal support, noting that foreign labels "don't really care about your personal stuff."

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Nigerian artists nominated for 2026 BET Awards in Los Angeles

    Wizkid, Asake, Tems, and Burna Boy have been nominated for the 2026 BET Awards, to be held in Los Angeles on June 28, 2026. Asake and Wizkid earned a joint nomination in the Best Group category, while Tems received three nominations including Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and BET Her Award, and Burna Boy was nominated for Best Collaboration.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Wizkid first African artiste to reach 11 billion Spotify streams

    Nigerian Afrobeats musician Wizkid has become the first African artiste to surpass 11 billion total streams on Spotify across all credits, according to music chart platform ChartsAfrica.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Spanish director urges artists to speak against political leaders he calls "monsters"

    At the Cannes Film Festival, Oscar-winning director Pedro Almodovar said artists have a moral duty to speak out against crises facing society, naming Trump, Netanyahu, and Putin as "monsters" and warning that silence and fear erode democracy.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Prophet urges Christians to combine faith with financial wisdom

    At a two-day Prophetic Business Conference in Kumasi, Prophet John Anokye urged Christians to move beyond prayer alone and embrace wisdom, discipline and strategic action to achieve financial impact, arguing that many believers remain financially stagnant because they fail to apply practical wisdom alongside their faith.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Legacy Expo 2026 to mark beauty industry's decade anniversary

    Legacy Expo 2026, the 10th edition of Africa's largest beauty and wellness trade exhibition, will take place June 3–5, 2026, at UPSA Auditorium and is expected to host over 300 exhibitors and attract 1,000+ industry professionals from across Africa and beyond.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Okyeame Kwame pioneered family branding in Ghanaian music

    Ghanaian rapper Okyeame Kwame says he was among the first artists to publicly involve his family in building his music brand, despite initial discouragement from others who warned it could harm his popularity. He maintains that portraying personal growth and stability through family visibility is important for public figures.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  10. Celestine Donkor releases Borborbor Hymns with African gospel acts

    Ghanaian gospel musician Celestine Donkor has released her live project Borborbor Hymns, featuring collaborations with gospel singers from Zimbabwe, Ghana, and South Africa. The project, recorded during her annual Celestial Praiz worship event, highlights the traditional Borborbor rhythm of the Ewe people while blending contemporary gospel with indigenous Ghanaian musical styles.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  11. Ghanaian woman has travelled to 90 countries as solo explorer

    Princess Umul Hatiyya, based in Ghana, has visited 90 countries as a solo female traveller, beginning with Burkina Faso in 2007 and reaching Syria in 2025. She describes adventure as essential to her identity, shaped by her parents' encouragement of reading and exploration from childhood.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  12. NFA launches Film Development Fund to support Ghanaian filmmakers

    The National Film Authority has unveiled its Film Development Fund, an initiative designed to address financing difficulties and foster growth in Ghana's film sector. The launch event in Accra also included the inauguration of the Film Development Fund Management Committee and Film Classification Committee.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  13. Actor Mr Beautiful rejects "forgive and forget" philosophy

    Actor Mr Beautiful said in an interview that the saying "forgive and forget" is senseless, and that while he forgives people who wrong him, he never forgets their actions because remembering helps him decide how to relate to people in the future.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  14. Kwaku Waves releases music video for "A Growth With Me"

    Ghanaian emerging artiste Kwaku Waves has released the official music video for his latest single "A Growth With Me," which explores themes of personal development, resilience, ambition, and self-discovery. The artiste describes the project as a reflection of his personal journey and real-life experiences.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  15. MUSIGA hosts Nigerian study group on creative economy

    The Musicians Union of Ghana has hosted a delegation from Nigeria's National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, which is in Ghana conducting a study tour on the creative economy as part of an annual exercise directed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The delegation, led by Prof Dabin Haruna Khitwe, is examining how creativity meets the market in the global digital era, with similar delegations studying other African countries before reporting to the Nigerian president.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Politics undermining Ghana's creative arts growth, says Asante

    Actress and producer Juliet Asante argues that political influence entangled with tribal affiliations and money is stifling Ghana's creative sector, unlike the US where the creative space operates independently. She calls for the sector to be decoupled from politics, noting that creatives cannot afford political divisions when creating art meant for all audiences.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  17. Sarkodie's O2 concert sparks fan hopes for Kaakie reunion

    Ahead of Sarkodie's Rapperholic UK show at London's O2 Arena on March 6, 2027, fans are anticipating a possible live reunion between the rapper and Kaakie, the artist behind 2019's 'African Fever', which has resurfaced on social media. Kaakie stepped back from the music industry after marriage and motherhood, and such a performance would mark her official return and first stage appearance with Sarkodie since the track's release.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  18. Entrepreneur publishes book based on university research on business success

    Ghanaian entrepreneur Mary Anane Awuku's book Entrepreneurial Success was developed from an MPhil research project at the University of Ghana's Psychology Department, in which she studied 27 successful business owners to understand the strategies, competencies, and challenges behind their achievements.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Ghana launches Film Development Fund with GH¢20 million

    The National Film Authority has launched the Film Development Fund with GH¢20 million in seed money and inaugurated the Fund's Management Committee, fulfilling a long-awaited support mechanism for the film industry following the passage of the Development and Classification of Film Act in 2016.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

Sport

  1. Ghana-eligible defender Owusu signs permanent Grazer AK deal

    French-born centre-back Beres Owusu, of Ghanaian descent, has permanently joined Austrian Bundesliga side Grazer AK from AS Saint-Étienne on a deal until 2029, after the club activated the purchase option from his loan agreement. The 22-year-old established himself as a key defender, missing only one of 32 league matches last season.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Prince-Osei Owusu nominated for 2026 MLS All-Star Game

    Ghana forward Prince-Osei Owusu has been nominated by CF Montréal for the 2026 MLS All-Star Game after winning the club's Player of the Month award for April. The nomination comes following his strong performances for the Canadian side.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Odegaard named captain of Norway World Cup squad

    Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has been named captain of Norway's 26-man squad for the World Cup, alongside Manchester City's Erling Haaland and other Premier League players. Norway's squad was announced in a pre-recorded video by the King of Norway and includes uncapped Hamburg goalkeeper Sander Tangvik.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Black Starlets beat South Africa 3-1, await CAF draw

    Ghana's U-17 side defeated South Africa 3-1 in their final Group D match at the 2026 AFCON U-17, with captain Joseph Narbi scoring twice from penalties. Despite the victory, Ghana's qualification to the knockout stage remains uncertain as they finished level with Algeria on points, goal difference and head-to-head record, awaiting a CAF draw of lots.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Arteta learns of Arsenal title win from tearful son

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he discovered his side had won the Premier League title while having a barbecue in his garden, when his oldest son ran out to tell him after Bournemouth held Manchester City to a 1-1 draw. Arteta had left the training ground where players gathered to watch the match because he could not bring the energy he wanted.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Southampton head coach Eckert authorised rivals' training spying

    An independent disciplinary commission ruled that Southampton's spying on rival clubs' training sessions was authorised by head coach Tonda Eckert as a "contrived and determined plan from the top down". The club was expelled from the Championship play-offs and deducted four points for the 2026-27 season for observing opponents including Oxford United, Ipswich Town, and Middlesbrough.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Foden, Palmer, and Maguire excluded from England World Cup squad

    Thomas Tuchel will exclude Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Harry Maguire from England's 26-man World Cup squad to be named on Friday, with Maguire saying he is "shocked and gutted" by the decision. Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins and Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney are set to be included.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Hamilton confirms no retirement plans, still Ferrari contract

    Lewis Hamilton says he has no thoughts about stopping racing in Formula 1 and will "be here for quite some time," confirming for the first time that he is still contracted to Ferrari for next season. The seven-time champion, who is 41, said he is still focused and motivated, and is planning for the next five years.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Sports Minister dismisses mass visa denial claims for World Cup supporters

    Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams denied reports that members of national supporters groups have suffered mass visa denials ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating that organized fans coordinated by the Ministry have not yet undergone visa interviews at the US Embassy following positive engagements on visa arrangements.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Black Stars prepare for Mexico friendly match

    Twenty-two players of the Ghana national football team have arrived in Puebla for an international friendly against Mexico as part of their build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  11. GBA candidates vetted ahead of June 4 election congress

    Vetting of 15 candidates for Ghana Boxing Authority board positions began today at Accra Sports Stadium. The process precedes a June 4 Elective Congress where delegates will elect new officers to replace the Interim Management Committee.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  12. FIFA publishes book on Infantino's first ten years

    FIFA has published a book by Italian journalist Alessandro Alciato documenting Gianni Infantino's first 10 years as FIFA President since his election in February 2016. The book covers behind-the-scenes stories, women's football growth, revenue redistribution, and FIFA's transition from corruption to transparency.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  13. Congo cancels Kinshasa World Cup fan farewell due to Ebola outbreak

    Congo's soccer team has canceled a three-day World Cup preparation training camp and planned farewell to fans in Kinshasa because of an Ebola outbreak in the east of the country that has killed more than 130 people and caused nearly 600 suspected cases. The team's warmup matches against Denmark in Belgium on June 3 and Chile in Spain on June 9 are proceeding as planned.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  14. Arsenal wins Premier League title after 22 years

    Arsenal were confirmed as Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth, ending the north London club's 22-year title drought. It is Arsenal's first league title since 2003-04 and could be the start of a historic season if they win the Champions League final against Paris St Germain on May 30.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  15. Tennis stars protest French Open prize pool with interview boycott

    Players selected for Roland Garros press conferences will walk out after 15 minutes and refuse additional interviews to protest the tournament's allocation of revenues to prize money. The players argue that although the prize pool increased to $72.1 million, the percentage of revenue allocated to prize money declined to 14.9 per cent and falls short of the 22 per cent requested to match ATP and WTA Combined 1000 events.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  16. Senegal names World Cup 2026 squad led by Sadio Mane

    Senegal have announced their squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the United States, with star man Sadio Mane returning after announcing his international retirement several months ago. Senegal will compete in Group I with France, Norway, and Iraq, beginning their campaign on June 16, 2026, against France.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  17. Ghana qualifies for 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America

    Ghana's Black Stars have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be hosted in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The qualification represents resilience, hope, and the unbreakable spirit of the Ghanaian people, as football unites the nation across all social divides.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  18. Rootz Sistaz reach Women's Premier League with game remaining

    Rootz Sistaz secured promotion to the Women's Premier League after defeating Essiam Socrates Ladies 3-1 in Matchday 4 of the Regional Women's Championship Group A, with one match still to play.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Swiss sportswear brand On launches professional sprint team

    Swiss performance brand On has launched the On Athletics Club (OAC) Sprint team, a new elite squad based in Los Angeles designed to compete in global short-distance track and compete on the sport's biggest stages.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  20. Neuer returns to Germany squad for 2026 World Cup

    Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann announced a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, 40, returning after retiring from international football following Euro 2024. Nagelsmann confirmed Neuer as his number one goalkeeper.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  21. Asamoah Gyan appointed Brand Ambassador for Ghana football

    Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has been unveiled as Brand Ambassador for Ghana's national teams and colts football. Gyan disclosed that he battled depression about a year ago but was encouraged by GFA President Kurt Okraku to refocus on contributing to grassroots football development in the country.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  22. AshGold 04 wins Division One League Zone Two final

    AshGold 04 defeated King Faisal 1-0 in the Division One League Zone Two coronation match at Len Clay Stadium on Sunday, with a 90th-minute goal securing victory and prompting celebrations from more than 2,000 supporters in Obuasi.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  23. Arsenal win Premier League title after 22-year drought

    Arsenal F.C. have been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City drew 1-1 against AFC Bournemouth. Manager Mikel Arteta's side ended their wait for a domestic title with a consistent and dominant campaign since the 2003-04 season.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  24. Bruce-Cudjoe and Dodoo contest Ghana Boxing Authority presidency

    Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe and Rabbon Dodoo will contest for the Ghana Boxing Authority presidency in elections scheduled for June 4, 2026, with Ernest Ofori and Roger Barnor running for first vice president, and multiple candidates contesting other positions.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  25. Rousey defeats Carano in record-breaking Netflix MMA event

    Ronda Rousey's victory over Gina Carano on Netflix drew a peak of 17 million global viewers, setting a record for the most-watched MMA event in the US and surpassing the previous record of 8.8 million from UFC on FOX 1 in 2011.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  26. Arthur Legacy tournament and CAA Base partner on player education

    The Arthur Legacy Invitational Tournament has hosted a seminar in collaboration with CAA Base to educate players on transfers, talent development and branding, bringing together stakeholders including the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana, the Ghana Football Association and the Italian Embassy. The partnership aims to create pathways for young African talents and help players understand the business aspects of football to make informed career decisions.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  27. SanlamAllianz sponsors four athletes for Cape Town Marathon

    SanlamAllianz in Ghana has sponsored four elite Ghanaian athletes—Koogo Atia, Seidu Salifu, Richard Kweitu and Kwabena Frempong—to compete in the 2026 Cape Town Marathon in South Africa on May 23 and 24. The athletes qualified as the top four finishers at the Absa Black Star Marathon.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  28. Keta MCE provides GH¢10,000 grant to Keta FC

    Keta Municipal Chief Executive Wisdom Seade presented GH¢10,000 in financial support to Keta Football Club ahead of the Volta Regional Division Two Middle League, describing the gesture as part of the Assembly's commitment to sports development and logistics funding for the competition.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tourism & Environment

  1. Humpback whale carcass to be removed from Danish island

    A dead humpback whale has washed up on the island of Anholt, Denmark, after a private rescue effort failed to save the animal that was stranded on Germany's Baltic coast. Danish environmental officials plan to remove the carcass and conduct a post-mortem examination, while warning islanders of potential health risks from the decomposing whale.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. Ghana prioritizes domestic tourism growth through Experience campaign

    Domestic tourism—residents traveling within Ghana for leisure and business—has become a key driver of the country's tourism industry, contributing to economic growth and cultural preservation. The Ghana Tourism Authority recently launched the "Experience Ghana" campaign to encourage citizens and visitors to explore domestic destinations and share experiences digitally.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. JoyNews hosts national dialogue on youth and climate change

    Ghana's youth, policymakers, and stakeholders convened in a national dialogue to discuss climate change and share ideas, concerns, and solutions for the country's future.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

World & Region

  1. Ghanaian academic Dr Abena Nyarkoa to speak at Cambridge Africa conference

    Ghanaian academic and inclusion advocate Dr Abena Nyarkoa will participate in a panel discussion at the 2026 Africa Together Conference at the University of Cambridge on 22–23 May, themed "Africa in the Age of Disruption," alongside African professionals and officials including Kenya's and Zambia's high commissioners to the UK.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. UK guidance confirms single-sex spaces based on biological sex

    The UK's Equalities and Human Rights Commission has issued guidance stating that single-sex spaces such as toilets and changing rooms must be used on the basis of biological sex, with recommendations that transgender people be offered gender-neutral or third spaces instead.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Crowd sets Ebola hospital tents ablaze in DR Congo

    An angry crowd set fire to isolation ward tents at Rwampara General Hospital in Ituri province after being prevented from collecting the body of a young man thought to have died from Ebola. Police fired warning shots to disperse the crowd, and a healthcare worker was injured by stone-throwing protesters.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Russia and China condemn US indictment of former Cuban leader

    China and Russia have condemned the US decision to charge Cuba's former president Raúl Castro with murder over the 1996 downing of two planes. The Kremlin said the pressure being exerted on Havana "borders on violence," while China called on the US to stop using "coercion" and "threats" against its ally.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Kenyan court voids law criminalising consensual adolescent intercourse

    A Kenyan court ruled that sections of the Sexual Offences Act cannot apply to minors engaged in consensual intercourse, a decision rights groups say will curb arrests and prosecutions of adolescents for peer relationships and force reforms in policing and youth health services.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  6. SpaceX targets 10,000 annual launches in five years

    SpaceX aims to reach 10,000 launches annually within five years, according to FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford, who met with SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell. The FAA said it would need to see improved reliability before approving such an expansion, as SpaceX conducted 170 launches in 2025 deploying about 2,500 satellites.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  7. UK sends only three police officers to 2026 World Cup

    UK police are deploying just three officers to the US for the 2026 World Cup to accompany England fans, down from 40 at the Euros in Germany, after American authorities declined to fund the deployment. More than 10,000 England fans have purchased tickets for group matches in Dallas, Boston, and New Jersey.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Meta settles Kentucky school district social media addiction lawsuit

    Meta has reached an amicable settlement with Breathitt School District in Kentucky, which had sued over mental health costs allegedly caused by the company's social media platforms. The case, a test case for over 1,000 US school districts pursuing similar claims, was settled alongside three other defendants: TikTok, Snap Inc, and Google's YouTube.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Mali jihadists burn dozens of vehicles in Bamako blockade

    Jihadist group JNIM has set fire to dozens of vehicles, including fuel tankers and trucks, near Mali's capital Bamako as part of a blockade that has worsened since attacking the city last month. The blockade is causing fuel shortages and sharp increases in goods prices ahead of Eid al-Adha next week.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Nigeria's VP Shettima describes absurd plot accusation about gifted clothing

    Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that some individuals from Borno State accused him of plotting to assassinate President Tinubu through traditional Borno-style clothes and caps he gifted him during the 2023 campaign. Shettima shared the anecdote while speaking at the presentation of former Head of State Yakubu Gowon's autobiography, saying it illustrates the growing culture of suspicion in Nigeria's political space.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  11. NDLEA dismantles Nigerian-Mexican methamphetamine production syndicate

    Nigeria's National Drug Law Enforcement Agency dismantled a methamphetamine production syndicate operating from a forest laboratory in Ogun State, arresting 10 suspects including three Mexican nationals and seizing drugs valued at over ₦480 billion.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  12. Spanish court orders €55m tax refund to Shakira after acquittal

    A Spanish national high court acquitted singer Shakira of tax fraud and ordered the country's tax authority to refund €55m after ruling that tax authorities failed to prove she spent 183 days in Spain in 2011, the minimum required for residents to pay personal income tax. The refund includes about €24m in income tax and almost €25m in fines.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  13. Mali jihadists burn dozens of vehicles in Bamako blockade

    Dozens of vehicles including fuel tankers, minibuses and trucks have been set on fire near Mali's capital Bamako as the jihadist group JNIM, affiliated to al-Qaeda, tightens a fuel blockade on the city. The militants have kidnapped drivers and burnt more than 100 fuel trucks on major highways since last year in an effort to weaken Mali's economy and military leadership.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  14. Ghana postpones evacuation of nationals from South Africa

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has delayed the planned evacuation of Ghanaians from South Africa, which was scheduled to begin on May 21, 2026, citing logistical and legal requirements including mandatory passenger screening and flight clearance. More than 800 Ghanaians have registered with Ghana's High Commission in Pretoria requesting evacuation due to escalating xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  15. Ghana postpones evacuation of 800+ citizens from South Africa

    Ghana has deferred the evacuation of more than 800 Ghanaians stranded in South Africa following xenophobic attacks, postponing the operation scheduled for May 21, 2026, due to mandatory passenger screening, multi-institutional coordination, and flight permit processing delays required by South African authorities.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  16. Ghana reaffirms economic cooperation commitment with Russia

    Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to deepening economic cooperation with Russia at the inaugural Russia-Ghana Dialogue held in Kazan. Ghana's Ambassador described the country as an attractive investment destination and a strategic gateway to West Africa and the AfCFTA, declaring that "Ghana is open for business."

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  17. India–Africa Forum Summit IV postponed over African health concerns

    India and the African Union postponed the Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit, originally scheduled for May 28–31, 2026 in New Delhi, following consultations about emerging public health concerns in parts of Africa. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to collaboration on health preparedness and disease control across the continent.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  18. Air France and Airbus guilty of manslaughter in 2009 crash

    The Paris Appeals Court found Air France and Airbus guilty of corporate manslaughter over flight AF447, which crashed into the Atlantic Ocean in 2009, killing 228 people on board. The companies have been ordered to pay €225,000 each, though some victims' families have criticised the fine as inadequate.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Africa must unite against terrorism, security analyst says

    Security analyst Dr Victor Doke argues that the killing of Islamic State commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in a joint US-Nigerian operation represents a tactical victory but is unlikely to cripple extremist networks in West Africa. Doke notes that groups like ISWAP are structured to survive the deaths of their leaders through succession planning.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  20. US-Nigeria joint strike kills ISIS second-in-command in Borno

    A coordinated American-Nigerian military operation in northeastern Nigeria's Lake Chad Basin killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described by Washington as the Islamic State group's second-in-command globally. The strike on his compound in Metele, Borno State, lasted less than four hours and marks one of the most significant counterterrorism missions in West Africa in recent years.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  21. Africa silent on Artemis II moon mission; calls for space engagement

    The Artemis II mission successfully returned astronauts from the Moon in April 2026, but most African governments issued no statement in response. The author argues that Africa's 1.4 billion people risk being left behind as global space exploration accelerates, with only 18 African nations currently operating satellites in orbit compared to over 3,400 operated by the United States.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  22. Over 800 Ghanaians register for evacuation from South Africa

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that more than 800 Ghanaians in South Africa have registered for evacuation following xenophobic attacks. The scheduled May 21, 2026 evacuation has been postponed to allow completion of legal and logistical processes required by South African authorities.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  23. France reiterates Sahara's future lies within Moroccan sovereignty

    French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that France supports the position that "the present and future of the Sahara lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty" and backs Morocco's autonomy plan as the basis for a political solution, citing UN Security Council Resolution 2797.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  24. Trump shifts Africa counter-terrorism to short-term surgical campaigns

    US President Donald Trump's new counter-terrorism strategy for Africa replaces long-term troop deployments and nation-building with short-term campaigns and cooperation with local authorities, using defined timelines and targets to eliminate threats before withdrawing. The strategy aims to prevent Jihadist groups from establishing bases threatening US interests and to protect Christians from attacks, while also expanding the definition of terrorism to include drug cartels and left-wing anarchists.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  25. Virginia judge dismisses charges against school official over shooting

    A Virginia judge has dismissed all eight charges against Ebony Parker, a former assistant principal at a school where a six-year-old shot his teacher in January 2023. Parker had faced felony child abuse charges for allegedly ignoring warnings that the student had a gun, though teacher Abigail Zwerner was awarded $10m in a separate lawsuit against Parker.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  26. Cockroach becomes symbol in India's satirical political movement

    After India's Chief Justice compared unemployed youth pursuing journalism and activism to cockroaches and parasites, a satirical online movement called the Cockroach Janta Party emerged as a parody of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party, attracting millions of followers in less than a week.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  27. Four-storey building collapses in Fez, killing at least nine

    A four-storey building collapsed overnight in Morocco's Fez, killing at least nine people and injuring others; six people were rescued from the rubble as authorities evacuated adjacent buildings and searched for survivors.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  28. Congo police fire warning shots in Ebola burial dispute

    Police in northeastern Congo fired warning shots and tear gas during a dispute over the safe burial of a suspected Ebola victim, a local footballer. The incident, which saw protesters burn down tents for Ebola patients, highlights challenges authorities face enforcing safe burials required to contain the outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  29. Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Trump Jr., diagnosed with breast cancer

    Vanessa Trump announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is working with her medical team on a treatment plan. She underwent a medical procedure earlier in the week and asked the public for privacy while she focuses on recovery.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

Opinion

  1. Reckless social media spreads falsehoods, damages lives and families

    An opinion piece examines how unverified claims, gossip, and accusations spread on social media by self-styled journalists and bloggers are destroying marriages, families, and reputations in African and Ghanaian communities, with victims often unable to pursue defamation claims.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Daily Guide criticizes low-key launch of information vans

    Daily Guide editorial criticizes the Akufo-Addo administration for low-key distribution of state-of-the-art information vans imported for the Information Services Department, contrasting it with high-profile promotion of other government initiatives, and attributes the quiet rollout to the vans not being an incumbent government project.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Opinion: Ghana needs audits of standing trees for public safety

    An opinion piece argues that periodic expert audits of trees in public spaces—such as parks, water fall sites, and campuses—could prevent deaths and injuries from falling trees, citing several past incidents including a fatal incident at Kintampo Water Falls and calling for accountability and proactive measures.

    21 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  4. Power and privilege often breed arrogance toward elders

    An opinion piece warns that younger people who possess wealth, influence, or relevance may treat older generations with disrespect, mistaking temporary advantage for permanent superiority. The author cautions that fortunes and status can vanish suddenly, and that courtesy and humility should not be abandoned regardless of current position.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Body signals guide decisions more than conscious thought

    Kodwo Brumpon explores how physical sensations—tightness in the stomach, changes in heart rate—are signals from the autonomic and enteric nervous systems that guide decision-making, particularly in complex situations, rather than being mere metaphors or cognitive afterthoughts.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  6. AI could help Ghana leapfrog traditional transportation infrastructure

    An opinion piece argues that artificial intelligence offers Ghana's transportation engineers a shortcut to modernise roads without decades of costly data collection, using existing smartphone GPS traces, satellite imagery, and low-cost IoT devices to optimise traffic flow and predict infrastructure deterioration.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

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