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Ghana to destroy over 4,000 illegal weapons in amnesty exercise

The News

Ghana will destroy more than 4,000 illegal weapons collected through a nationwide amnesty exercise, with public destruction scheduled for July 25 and 29. Authorities say the measure reinforces national security and arms control transparency, and the President is expected to attend as Commander-in-Chief.

Why it matters

Public destruction of over 4,000 illegal weapons reinforces national security and rule of law, with presidential attendance signalling government commitment to arms control and transparency.

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Politics

  1. Ghana to destroy over 4,000 illegal weapons in amnesty exercise

    Ghana will destroy more than 4,000 illegal weapons collected through a nationwide amnesty exercise, with public destruction scheduled for July 25 and 29. Authorities say the measure reinforces national security and arms control transparency, and the President is expected to attend as Commander-in-Chief.

    2 hours ago · Joy Online →

Business

  1. Bank of Ghana pushes for integrated African payment systems

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has called for integrated payment and settlement systems across Africa to support trade and economic growth, noting that current systems remain fragmented and make cross-border transactions expensive and inefficient. The Bank of Ghana is exploring stablecoins and digital innovations within a sandbox environment to address cross-border payment challenges.

    4 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. GN Savings and Loans to reopen first branch in Elmina

    GN Savings and Loans will reopen its first operational branch in Elmina, announced Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom, following a court victory that overturned the state's revocation of the institution's operating licence. The company plans a phased approach to reopening branches across the country.

    17 min ago · Joy Online →

  3. Zagadat Capital acquires 17.31% stake in Intravenous Infusions PLC

    Zagadat Capital GH. Ltd, an investment firm with Nigerian musician Mr Eazi as Chief Investment Officer, has acquired a 17.31 per cent stake in Intravenous Infusions PLC, a pharmaceutical manufacturer listed on the Ghana Alternative Exchange, through open-market purchases totaling 47,514,775 shares.

    49 min ago · Joy Online →

  4. Kasoa Assembly demolishes market shops for 24-hour economy project

    The Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly demolished commercial shops and production structures at Kasoa New Market on 23 May 2026 to clear land for a proposed 24-hour Economy Market Centre, sparking anger among traders who say they had a binding Memorandum of Understanding with the Assembly and were given no transition plan for their displaced businesses.

    4 hours ago · Joy Online →

Society

  1. Ghana Institute of Architects cracks down on fake professionals

    The Ghana Institute of Architects has launched a nationwide crackdown on individuals impersonating architects and foreign professionals practicing illegally in Ghana, following the arrest of a suspect who used a duplicated architectural stamp and registration number of a licensed architect to illegally endorse building drawings.

    2 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Traditional leaders gather to promote peace in Mamprugu Kingdom

    Headmen and queen mothers from Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri and Yunyoo/Nansuan districts met in Binde to discuss ways of sustaining peace and development in the Mamprugu Kingdom. The North East Regional Minister urged traditional leaders to prioritize peace as the foundation for development.

    3 hours ago · Joy Online →

  3. Tamale police arrest drug suspect, seize Tramadol quantities

    Police in the Northern Region arrested a 33-year-old man on Friday 23 May during an anti-drug operation in Tamale's Zujung suburb, recovering 32 boxes of 50mg Tramadol, one box of 250mg Tramadol, one sachet of 120mg Royal Tramadol, one sachet of 100mg Tramadol, nine boxes of 32mg Astradol-P and 24 bottles of Koffex from his chemical shop and home. The suspect is in custody and assisting investigations as police work to establish the source of the drugs.

    4 hours ago · Joy Online →

World & Region

  1. Ghana welcomes France's commitment to reparatory justice discussions

    Ghana's government has commended French President Emmanuel Macron's "historic and courageous" decision to engage in reparatory justice discussions over transatlantic slavery, marking what it calls an important milestone in the international movement for acknowledgement and redress. The two countries plan to deepen cooperation through a proposed Ghana-France Scientific Commission to facilitate research and institutional collaboration on slavery and reparatory justice.

    2 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Iran moves World Cup training base from USA to Mexico

    Iran is relocating its World Cup training camp from Tucson, Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico, citing security concerns after American and Israeli attacks on the country began nearly four months ago. Iran's federation president said the move was approved, though FIFA did not immediately confirm it.

    4 hours ago · Joy Online →

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