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Politics

Zimbabwe parliament votes to extend presidential terms to seven years

The News

Zimbabwe's parliament voted on Thursday to change the constitution and extend presidential terms from five years to seven, a move that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 83, to remain in power until 2030. The legislation, which supporters in Mnangagwa's ZANU-PF party argue will boost stability and enable longer-term planning, has faced opposition from the public and some war veterans who view it as a power grab; the changes must still be approved by the Senate before being ratified.

18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Politics

  1. Zimbabwe parliament votes to extend presidential terms to seven years

    Zimbabwe's parliament voted on Thursday to change the constitution and extend presidential terms from five years to seven, a move that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 83, to remain in power until 2030. The legislation, which supporters in Mnangagwa's ZANU-PF party argue will boost stability and enable longer-term planning, has faced opposition from the public and some war veterans who view it as a power grab; the changes must still be approved by the Senate before being ratified.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mahama launches Ghana National Research Fund with GH¢100 million seed

    President John Mahama has unveiled the Ghana National Research Fund to accelerate Ghana's development as a knowledge-driven, innovation-led economy, with an initial GH¢100 million seed fund for 2026 to support competitive research grants, doctoral and postdoctoral programmes, and strategic innovation initiatives aligned with national priorities.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. NDC chairman expects Big Push roads to finish on time

    Michael Aidoo, Western North Regional Chairman of the NDC, expressed confidence that road contractors will complete Big Push projects on schedule, citing improved progress after a recent ministerial visit. He also commended the government's 24-hour economy market initiative in the region and urged youth awaiting appointments to remain patient.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. TI-Ghana calls for stronger RTI Act enforcement

    Transparency International Ghana has called for stronger enforcement of the Right to Information Act and enhanced accountability mechanisms to combat corruption and improve transparency in governance. The organisation said weak implementation of legal and institutional frameworks continues to limit citizens' access to public information and undermine anti-corruption efforts.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Mahama assures Bono chiefs of infrastructure investment share

    President John Dramani Mahama received a delegation from the Bono Regional House of Chiefs and assured them of a significant share of road construction projects under the Government's Big Push Infrastructure Initiative, noting that the region has received a substantial allocation in Phase One and that additional roads are being scoped for Phase Two starting next year.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. President Mahama receives credentials of seven new envoys

    President John Dramani Mahama received credentials from ambassadors and high commissioners representing Russia, Malta, Poland, Indonesia, Panama, Armenia, and Tanzania. Mahama highlighted Ghana's healthy relationships with their respective countries and invited them to identify areas of meaningful cooperation, including investment opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, energy, and other sectors as part of Ghana's economic transformation agenda.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  7. President Mahama, appointees donate GH¢6.1m to MahamaCares fund

    President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, and other government appointees have donated GH¢6.1 million to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (MahamaCares) through salary deductions, fulfilling a pledge to cede six and one month's salaries respectively.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  8. Nigeria Ministry denies education platform cyberattack report

    The Federal Ministry of Education has denied reports that the Nigeria Education Management Information System was hacked, stating the platform remains secure. The ministry attributed a temporary warning message some users saw to an SSL certificate configuration issue at the hosting level, not a security breach.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  9. Nigerian government rejects IMF tax recommendations on fuel, telecoms

    Nigeria's Federal Government denied reports that it has adopted or is considering new taxes on telecommunications and petroleum products following the IMF Article IV Consultation Report. The government clarified that IMF recommendations are not binding policy and that the VAT waiver on petroleum products remains in place.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  10. Yilo Krobo Municipality reports infrastructure and service improvements

    The Yilo Krobo Municipality has achieved significant infrastructure expansion and improvements in public service delivery within the first year of the NDC administration, according to the MCE. Key accomplishments include completion and commissioning of healthcare facilities, and the assembly's focus on healthcare, education, sanitation, roads, agriculture, and employment creation.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  11. Ablakwa frames reparatory justice as Africa's next victory

    At a High-Level Consultative Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa told world leaders that Africa's success against slavery, colonialism and apartheid demonstrates its ability to win the reparatory justice battle.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  12. Gender Minister backs Adusu candidacy for ITLOS judgeship

    Ghana's Gender Minister has reaffirmed support for Dr Sylvia Ama Adusu's candidature for election as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea for the 2026–2035 term. The Minister noted that Adusu's election would enhance Ghana's international standing and represent a historic achievement as she would become the first African woman to serve on the Tribunal.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  13. World must decide concrete actions on UN slavery resolution

    Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Senior Presidential Aide, has called on the international community to move beyond the UN's historic recognition of slavery as a crime against humanity and begin charting a path towards meaningful reparative justice. She noted that while the landmark resolution represented a major breakthrough for Africa and descendants of enslaved peoples, the world must now confront the question of what concrete actions should follow.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  14. NDC to name HQ and unveil Rawlings bust on June 22

    The National Democratic Congress will honour founder Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings on what would have been his 79th birthday on June 22, 2026, with the official naming of the party's national headquarters after him and the unveiling of his bust. Events themed "From Revolution to Fourth Republic: The Rawlings Legacy" will feature addresses by President John Dramani Mahama and speakers including Tsatsu Tsikata at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  15. Berekum West MP supports polystyrene ban, urges EPA environmental focus

    The Member of Parliament for Berekum West has backed a planned ban on polystyrene products and called on the Environmental Protection Agency to resist pressure from manufacturers, arguing that sustainable alternatives can create jobs while protecting the environment despite short-term economic challenges.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Ghanaian young women urged to embrace leadership, governance roles

    Young Ghanaian women have been called to build confidence and participate in governance processes to contribute to inclusive governance and sustainable development. The appeal was made at a Mentor Connect Programme organised by RISE-Ghana in collaboration with Bolgatanga Technical University Women Commission, which brought together female students and women leaders to discuss political leadership, digital inclusion, mental health, and career advancement.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  17. World leaders gather in Accra for reparatory justice conference

    Representatives from over 80 countries, including Presidents from Senegal, Namibia, Liberia, and São Tomé and Príncipe, have arrived in Accra for the Next Steps Conference on Reparatory Justice, convened by President John Dramani Mahama three months after the UN adopted Resolution A/RES/80/250 declaring the transatlantic enslavement a crime against humanity.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  18. Lands Ministry launches 20-member taskforce for public lands protection

    The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources inaugurated a 20-member Greater Accra Public Lands Protection Taskforce comprising representatives from the Lands Commission, Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, Ghana Police Service, Ghana Armed Forces, and the private sector to safeguard public lands and recover unlawfully occupied state lands.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Mahama launches Ghana National Research Fund for industrial growth

    President John Dramani Mahama launched the Ghana National Research Fund to provide sustainable financing for research and bridge financial gaps, framing it as part of the government's "resetting agenda" and drive toward industrialisation and economic transformation. He emphasized that science, technology, and research must become central engines of economic growth and national competitiveness.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  20. LPG calls on Ashanti Regional Minister for greater development action

    The Liberal Party of Ghana has called on the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, to demonstrate greater commitment to regional development, accusing him of failing to deliver tangible results nearly two years after assuming office. The party expressed particular concern over stalled and delayed health infrastructure projects, including facilities initiated under the Agenda 111 programme.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  21. Family of missing NDC organiser appeals to President Mahama

    The family of Paulina Lamisi Akanbodiipo, Tema West Constituency Women's Organiser of the NDC who disappeared on June 12, 2024, has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to personally intervene and ensure renewed police attention to the investigation. A headless female body found in a suitcase the day after her disappearance is undergoing DNA testing to confirm identity.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  22. Minister inaugurates 20-member taskforce to protect public lands

    The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources inaugurated a 20-member Greater Accra Public Lands Protection Taskforce comprising representatives from the Lands Commission, the Ministry, Ghana Police Service, Ghana Armed Forces, and private sector members. The taskforce's mandate is to monitor and protect public lands, prevent unlawful occupation, and support recovery of state lands that have been encroached upon.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  23. MPs divided over Thomas Partey's Canada visa refusal

    Parliament debated the refusal of Canadian authorities to grant Thomas Partey entry to Canada. Some minority MPs blamed Ghanaian officials for providing false information on the visa application, while majority MPs argued Canada was enforcing its laws unfairly and discriminatorily.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  24. Minority backs Presbyterian Church's anti-galamsey campaign nationwide

    Ghana's Parliamentary Minority Caucus has endorsed the Presbyterian Church of Ghana's nationwide anti-galamsey campaign, including a proposed "Red Sunday" observance, calling for a more institutionalised government approach to combating illegal mining and environmental degradation.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  25. Atiwa East MP questions GETFund's use for school feeding

    Atiwa East MP Abena Osei Asare has urged the government to reconsider using Ghana Education Trust Fund allocations for senior high school feeding, arguing that 42% of GETFund's allocation currently spent on feeding diverts resources from the fund's primary mandate of supporting educational infrastructure. The former Deputy Finance Minister noted that many school infrastructure projects remain abandoned due to inadequate funding.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  26. Education Minister confirms no arrears under No Fee Stress policy

    Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu assured Parliament that there are no outstanding arrears under the government's "No Fee Stress" policy for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 academic years, and that all necessary funds have been fully released to the Student Loan Trust Fund for disbursement.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  27. Ablakwa: UN slavery resolution moving reparations from academic debate to global policy

    Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says critics who once dismissed Ghana's UN resolution on the trans-Atlantic slave trade as merely academic are now reconsidering, as reparatory justice gains global traction through apologies, acknowledgements and policy shifts.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  28. Black Stars win sparks playful exchanges in Parliament

    Ghana's 1-0 victory over Panama in the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match prompted lighthearted exchanges in Parliament on June 18, with Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga referencing the Weija-Gbawe MP's earlier remarks linking the match result to government performance.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  29. Parliamentary committee meets Greater Accra MMDCEs on flooding, governance

    A Parliamentary Select Committee on Local Government and Rural Development is meeting Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives in Greater Accra to address developmental challenges, with particular emphasis on flooding caused by unplanned development and waste disposal. The Committee chair said the engagement aims to strengthen accountability and coordination between Parliament and local authorities on sustainable solutions.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  30. Court adjourns EXIM Bank fraud case against Wontumi to July 6

    An Accra High Court has given the Attorney-General's Office and Chairman Wontumi's lawyers until July 6, 2026, to report back on plea bargain negotiations. Wontumi is accused of fraudulently obtaining GH¢14,302,000 from the Ghana Export-Import Bank between 2018 and 2022 through false documents and forged receipts.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  31. Dome-Kwabenya MP, Ga East Assembly rehabilitate hospital access road

    The Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya and the Ga East Municipal Assembly have begun rehabilitation works on the road leading to the Ga East Municipal Hospital to improve access for residents and patients. The team has completed approximately 720 to 730 metres of a 1.2-kilometre stretch, with work partly supported by a GHS 14,000 contribution from health workers at the hospital.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  32. NPP MPs undertake intensive parliamentary training in UK

    The New Patriotic Party's legislators are participating in a "Mastering Parliamentary Excellence" training programme in the United Kingdom, the third such capacity-building initiative abroad. The programme aims to sharpen legislative performance, improve policy analysis, strengthen constituency engagement, and deepen party organization.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  33. Parliamentary report shows Afari Military Hospital was 90% complete

    A December 2022 Parliamentary Defence and Interior Committee report indicates the Afari Military Hospital project had reached about 90 percent completion under the previous NPP administration. The disclosure comes as Parliament's Minority intensifies pressure on the NDC government over allegations of delays and financial impropriety regarding the facility in the Ashanti Region.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  34. Sissala East MP shares journey from rural poverty to Parliament

    Mohammed Issah Bataglia, MP for Sissala East, says he is the first member of his family to receive formal education, crediting his late mother's commitment and perseverance in breaking the cycle of poverty. Born into a large polygamous household where schooling was not prioritised, he now supports the education of younger relatives.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  35. Tindamba Primary School demolition unfortunate, shocking—Charles Agbeve

    The Vice Chairman of Parliament's Select Committee on Local Government and Rural Development said the demolition of 70-year-old Tindamba Primary School in Wa, which left more than 200 pupils without classrooms to make way for a 24-hour economy market project, was unfortunate and shocking. Agbeve attributed the demolition partly to land ownership disputes and urged assemblies to properly secure ownership of lands.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  36. US Justice Department meets Ghana's AG on law enforcement cooperation

    The Criminal Division of the US Department of Justice held talks with Ghana's Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine to strengthen cooperation in fighting transnational crime, reaffirming shared commitment to combat fraud, cybercrime, and organised criminal networks.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  37. NDC to rename headquarters after Rawlings on 79th birthday

    The National Democratic Congress will hold commemorative activities on June 22, 2026, to mark what would have been founder and former President Jerry John Rawlings' 79th birthday, including renaming the party's national headquarters after him and unveiling a bust in his honour at a ceremony led by President John Dramani Mahama.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  38. Mahama calls for enslaved women's stories in slavery history

    President Mahama has called for a shift in how the transatlantic slave trade is documented, insisting that the experiences of enslaved women and girls must no longer be treated as "footnotes in history" but placed at the centre of global discussions on reparatory justice. He addressed heads of state, foreign ministers, and scholars, noting that while historical narratives often highlight slave ships, merchants and trading companies, they overlook the distinct and often hidden forms of brutality faced by enslaved women.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  39. Mahama: current generations must address slavery's structural legacy

    President Mahama told international leaders that while no living person is guilty of slavery's atrocities, current generations have a responsibility to confront and address the inequalities and institutions that emerged from centuries of exploitation and racialised enslavement.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Business

  1. Apple to raise prices amid surging chip costs, CEO says

    Apple plans to raise product prices as memory chip costs have surged due to the artificial intelligence boom, with CEO Tim Cook telling the Wall Street Journal that price increases were "unavoidable" and the situation had become "unsustainable." Cook did not specify timing or which products would be affected.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. SSNIT considers leasing loss-making hotels rather than selling

    SSNIT's Director-General says the Trust is considering leasing out some loss-making hotel assets as part of a turnaround plan, while assuring that it will not sell any hotel investments. He highlighted that Labadi Beach Hotel remains one of SSNIT's strongest investments, having paid ¢17.8 million in dividends for 2024.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Bosomtwe Community Bank posts 128% profit growth in 2025

    Bosomtwe Community Bank PLC recorded a 128.04% growth in profit before tax for 2025, with profit rising from GH¢12.09 million in 2024 to GH¢27.59 million. The board has proposed a dividend-per-share of GH¢0.10p, giving shareholders a 20% return on the current share price of GH¢0.50p.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  4. Stanbic Bank rewards FIFA World Cup campaign winners

    Stanbic Bank Ghana, in partnership with Visa, rewarded customers who won its FIFA World Cup Experience Campaign and launched a new Local Card Usage Initiative to accelerate digital payments and reward local spending.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  5. Kasapreko's rise from overlooked beverage player to major manufacturer

    Kasapreko, once dismissed as a small local beverage company in Ghana's industry, has grown significantly to record revenue of approximately GH¢3.5 billion by 2025, surpassing competitors like Accra Brewery and recently listing on the Ghana Stock Exchange with heavily oversubscribed investor interest.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. BoG Governor calls on banks to fund entrepreneurs, boost exports

    Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, urged commercial banks to increase support for entrepreneurs and export-oriented businesses to transform economic stability into broad-based prosperity. He called on banks to develop innovative financial products and position themselves as strategic partners in economic development, noting that the banking sector's total assets expanded by 26.6 per cent to GHS493.9 billion in April 2026.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Trump says Apple agreed to work with Intel on US chip manufacturing

    U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Apple had agreed to work with Intel to design and build its chips in the United States. Intel had reached a preliminary deal to make some chips for Apple following discussions lasting more than a year, according to the Wall Street Journal.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  8. La Palm Royal Beach Hotel returns to profit after years of losses

    The director-general of SSNIT announced that La Palm Royal Beach Hotel has returned to profitability for the first time in years as efforts to revive struggling hotel investments show early signs of working. SSNIT has no plans to sell any of its hotel investments despite performance challenges at some assets.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  9. SSNIT plans expansion of Labadi Beach Hotel amid profit surge

    SSNIT plans to expand Labadi Beach Hotel by increasing its number of rooms, citing strong financial performance and consistent dividend payouts. The Director-General stated that SSNIT will not sell stakes in the hotel, and expects higher dividend payments this year after the hotel posted profit before tax in excess of ¢67 million in 2024.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Ecobank Ghana posts 28% profit growth to GH¢3.03bn in 2025

    Ecobank Ghana PLC recorded a profit before tax of GH¢3.03 billion in 2025, up 28.3 per cent from GH¢2.4 billion in 2024, with total revenue of GH¢5.2 billion driven by net interest income, trading income and fee-based earnings.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  11. Bank of Ghana converts Rural Banks to Community Banks

    The Bank of Ghana has announced the conversion of all Rural and Community Banks into Community Banks under the Revised Microfinance Sector Framework to strengthen community-level financial intermediation and expand access to inclusive financial services. Existing Rural Banks have automatically become Community Banks and must complete statutory name changes and regulatory alignment by December 31, 2026.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  12. EBID President Donkor wins African development finance award

    Dr George Agyekum Donkor, President and Chair of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development, has been selected to receive the Distinguished African Development Finance Leadership Award for Regional Integration and Economic Transformation at the 16th African Business Leadership Awards 2026, in recognition of his contributions to development finance and regional economic integration in West Africa.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  13. Eni Ghana partners with Italian agency on sustainable development

    Eni Ghana has signed a Letter of Intent with the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation to advance sustainable development initiatives in Ghana, focusing on education, TVET, agriculture, WASH, community health, nutrition, and economic diversification in host communities.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  14. Ghana's producer inflation rises to 5.8% in May

    Producer inflation climbed to 5.8% in May 2026 from 2.7% in April, driven mainly by rising costs in mining and quarrying, manufacturing, and transport sectors, according to the Ghana Statistical Service. Mining and quarrying inflation jumped from 5.6% in April to 11.0% in May.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  15. Bank of Ghana converts rural banks to community banks

    The Bank of Ghana has announced the conversion of all Rural Banks into Community Banks as part of sector reforms to modernise the microfinance sector and expand financial inclusion. Institutions must complete statutory name changes and regulatory adjustments by December 31, 2026.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  16. NAFCO posts GH¢91.7 million profit, up from GH¢19 million loss

    The National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) achieved a financial turnaround in 2025, recording a net profit of GH¢91.7 million compared to a GH¢19 million loss in 2024, driven by governance reforms including a new Procurement Department, strengthened Internal Audit, and Board reconstitution. The company also paid GH¢20.3 million in taxes, its highest annual tax contribution in 16 years.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  17. ECG attributes Western Region power outage to upstream supply challenge

    The Electricity Company of Ghana attributed a widespread power outage affecting multiple communities in the Western Region, including areas across Sekondi-Takoradi, to an upstream challenge rather than faults in its distribution network. ECG said technical teams remain on standby to restore supply once the challenge is resolved, but provided no timeline for restoration.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  18. GCB Bank calls on HR leaders to focus on digital skills

    GCB Bank's Managing Director has urged HR practitioners to take a strategic role in preparing organisations for the future by prioritizing people leadership, digital skills development, and continuous learning, arguing that organisations investing deliberately in their people will be better positioned to remain competitive amid technological change.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Ghana International Bank secures AfDB trade finance agreement

    Ghana International Bank Plc has signed a Confirming Bank Agreement with the African Development Bank under the Transaction Guarantee Instrument to strengthen trade financing and support importers, exporters, and financial institutions engaged in cross-border commerce across Africa.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  20. Vaurse launches digital identity platform for trust verification

    Ghanaian technology company Vaurse has launched a digital identity and verification ecosystem to help individuals and organisations build trusted digital identities. The platform addresses challenges posed by AI-driven identity fraud through Voscard, a smart digital identity card that shares profiles, credentials, and contact information via tap or scan.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  21. Resource Governance Group warns of financial risks at GoldBod

    The Forum for Responsible Resource Governance has cautioned that Ghana Gold Board's planned land reclamation project could expose the institution to further financial risks without a clear statutory mandate and comprehensive project framework, citing substantial losses recorded in 2025 and arguing the proposed GH¢36.35 million expenditure goes beyond the agency's legally assigned functions.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  22. Bank of Ghana converts rural banks to community banks

    The Bank of Ghana has converted the Rural Banking Sector to Community Banking Sector under the Revised Microfinance Sector Framework, 2026. Existing rural banks must complete statutory name changes and regulatory alignments by the end of December 2026.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  23. Bancassurance emerging as growth channel for Ghana insurance

    Bancassurance—a partnership model where banks sell insurance products directly to customers—has emerged as a critical growth channel for Ghana's insurance industry, offering banks additional non-banking income and addressing the country's low insurance penetration rate. The arrangement differs from traditional insurance distribution channels and is regulated by both the National Insurance Commission and Bank of Ghana.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  24. Corporate market saturation constrains Ghana insurance growth

    NHIA says overconcentration in the corporate market limits insurance penetration in Ghana, particularly in the informal sector, and calls for microinsurance products to reach broader populations and reduce long-term healthcare costs.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  25. Estonian investors to sponsor AI pitch competition at Accra summit

    The Estonian Business Angels Network will co-underwrite a competitive pitch platform at the Pan African AI & Innovation Summit in Accra on 22–23 September, offering African AI startup founders access to international investors, mentors, and potential funding opportunities.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  26. Fitch forecasts Ghana's 2026 growth at 5.0 percent

    Fitch Ratings predicts Ghana will achieve 5.0% GDP growth in 2026, down from 5.9% in 2025, citing risks from the Middle East conflict including higher energy import costs, supply shortages, and inflationary pressures that could test the region's economic resilience.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  27. Ghana International Bank signs AfDB trade finance guarantee deal

    Ghana International Bank has signed a Confirming Bank Agreement with the African Development Bank under its Transaction Guarantee Instrument, positioning it to enhance support for importers, exporters and financial institutions engaged in cross-border trade across Africa. The partnership aims to improve access to trade finance, strengthen supply chains and advance the African Continental Free Trade Area objectives.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  28. Bluewhale Construction breaks ground on Labadi Beach Apartments project

    Bluewhale Construction and Industrial Ltd. officially broke ground on the Labadi Beach Apartments, an 18-storey mixed-use apartment project in Accra's Labadi district near the beach. The company's Country Manager described the development as a world-class investment destination contributing to Ghana's economic growth and urban transformation.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  29. Trade Minister urges cement producers to use local raw materials

    Ghana's Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare has called on cement manufacturers to prioritise locally available raw materials and innovation, particularly Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3), to reduce production costs and clinker dependence. She spoke at INTERCEM Africa 2026 in Accra, attended by approximately 40 countries and more than 100 companies.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  30. Ghana's automotive assembly sector offers job creation and foreign exchange relief

    Ghana imports approximately 100,000 vehicles annually, spending between $1.14 billion and $1.5 billion on imports that strain foreign exchange reserves. The Ghana Automotive Development Policy has attracted more than $35 million in private investment from global manufacturers including Volkswagen, Toyota, Nissan, Peugeot and KIA, positioning the sector as a potential opportunity for economic growth and job creation.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  31. Hollard opens 50-seater call centre in Accra

    Hollard Ghana has expanded its customer engagement with a new 50-seater Customer Experience Call Centre in Accra, which will handle inbound and outbound support for Hollard Insurance and Hollard Life. The expansion aims to improve service delivery and has created new jobs.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  32. Pan-African Savings & Loans concludes Kudi & More rewards campaign

    Pan-African Savings & Loans has concluded its three-month Kudi & More Campaign, rewarding 20 customers with household appliances and an all-expenses-paid trip to Singapore for one grand prize winner. The promotion, launched in March 2026, aimed to encourage regular savings by offering increased chances of winning with additional deposits.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  33. GCB Bank urges HR practitioners to develop future-ready workforce

    GCB Bank's Managing Director called on human resource practitioners to prioritise people leadership, digital capability and continuous skills development to shape a future-ready workforce. The call was made at the 5th Annual General Meeting of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management, Ghana, with emphasis on HR professionals moving beyond administrative functions to become strategic partners in building agile and resilient organisations.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  34. Development Bank Ghana marks five years supporting businesses

    Development Bank Ghana, established in 2021, has channelled GH¢2.5 billion through partner financial institutions to businesses across the country, with more than half benefitting women-led enterprises in sectors including agriculture, manufacturing and services. The bank is marking its fifth anniversary with celebrations culminating in a two-day event scheduled for November 16-17, 2026.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  35. Prudential Bank organises business mission for customers to Turkey and China

    Prudential Bank organised an international business trip for its Commercial Banking customers and prospects to Turkey and China, where participants attended trade fairs and product sourcing tours to explore trading opportunities and supplier networks.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  36. Ghana International Bank signs AfDB trade finance agreement

    Ghana International Bank has signed a Confirming Bank Agreement with the African Development Bank under the Transaction Guarantee Instrument to expand support for African trade and cross-border commerce. The partnership aims to help businesses access international markets and address the trade finance gap constraining economic growth across Africa.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Mining & Energy

  1. Bosome Freho Assembly orders arrest over abandoned mine pit deaths

    The Bosome Freho District Assembly has ordered the arrest of an abandoned mine pit owner after a woman and child died when she slipped into the water-filled pit while drawing water for cooking. The District Chief Executive says the owner failed to reclaim the site after illegal mining operations, and the district is home to hundreds of uncovered mining pits that have become death traps for residents.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. US-Iran peace deal triggers fall in global oil prices

    Oil prices fell after the U.S. and Iran signed an interim agreement to end the Iran war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and waive U.S. sanctions on Tehran's oil. Brent crude futures dropped 1.12% to $78.66 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate fell 1.28% to $75.81 a barrel as markets priced in a faster-than-expected return of Iranian barrels.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Resource Governance Forum challenges GoldBod land reclamation project

    The Forum for Responsible Resource Governance has described the Ghana Gold Board's planned nationwide land reclamation initiative as unlawful, arguing that the agency lacks statutory authority to undertake the project under its establishing legislation. GoldBod announced the estimated GH¢36.35 million project in partnership with the Ghana Armed Forces and Forestry Commission to restore lands degraded by illegal mining.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. FRRG demands transparency over GH¢36.35m GoldBod reclamation budget

    The Forum for Responsible Resource Governance has called on the Ghana Gold Board to answer questions about funding, approval processes, and implementation details for its proposed GH¢36.35 million land reclamation, rehabilitation and reforestation programme, citing concerns about transparency and accountability given the scale of expenditure.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Gold Fields secures US$107m environmental reclamation bond

    Gold Fields Ghana has secured approximately US$107 million in environmental reclamation bonds to guarantee the restoration of mined lands and ensure funding for mine rehabilitation and closure activities. The company's Principal Specialist for Mine Closure emphasised that the bond reflects Gold Fields' commitment to environmental responsibility beyond regulatory compliance, with sustainability a core pillar of its business model.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  6. GoldBod secures LBMA support for Ghana's responsible gold sourcing

    The Ghana Gold Board secured international support for Ghana's responsible sourcing, artisanal and small-scale mining formalisation, and traceability agenda at the London Bullion Market Association's Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing Summit 2026. The LBMA pledged to work with GoldBod on aligning traceability systems and responsible sourcing standards for Ghana's gold supply chain.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. MP tours Canadian solar facility for 270MW Gomoa project

    Kwame Asare Obeng, MP for Gomoa Central, visited AKA Energy Systems in Canada to inspect technology for a proposed 270MW solar power project that will support the Gomoa Special Economic Zone. The facility is intended to provide energy security and enable manufacturing and exports under AfCFTA.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  8. BRACE project strengthens legal aid for mining-affected communities

    The Building Resilient and Active Communities in Extractive Landscapes (BRACE) Project convened legal experts and implementing partners to expand access to justice for mining-affected communities across Ghana, including establishing a Legal Access Fund to remove financial barriers to legal redress for those impacted by environmental degradation, land disputes and human rights violations.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  9. GNPC Explorco and Tamale Technical University sign petroleum training partnership

    GNPC Explorco and Tamale Technical University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a framework for technical knowledge transfer, capacity building, and skills development for Ghana's petroleum industry workforce.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Agriculture & Land

  1. Agribusiness needs patient capital and government support

    The President of the Pineapple Exporters Association of Ghana says agribusinesses need patient financing and targeted government support to grow sustainably, as conventional lending models seeking quick returns make it difficult for farmers to secure funding for long-term investments like irrigation systems.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Rice farmers halt planting over 700,000-tonne unsold stock

    Ghana's rice farmers have abandoned fields for the 2026 planting season because they remain burdened with more than 700,000 metric tonnes of unsold paddy rice from last year, lack planting capital, and say government has made no tangible intervention despite promises. A former director of the Peasant Farmers Association reported that tractors are idle across major rice-producing valleys in the North, Volta, and Oti Regions, with farmers owing equipment operators and unable to service debts incurred to buy paddy rice on credit.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  3. GoldBod, GAF, and Forestry Commission restore Tano-Nimri Forest Reserve

    The Ghana Gold Board, Ghana Armed Forces, and Forestry Commission have signed an agreement to reclaim and restore degraded lands in the Tano-Nimri Forest Reserve, establishing a national reclamation model that combines engineering capacity, enforcement standards, and ecological restoration to address devastation from illegal mining activities.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  4. Tomato traders urge farmer training to boost local production

    Tomato traders at Tema Central Market have called on government and agricultural stakeholders to strengthen farmer training programmes in modern cultivation practices to improve local production and reduce dependence on imports. They cite supply disruptions from Burkina Faso and the need for better post-harvest handling and packaging to reduce losses and improve quality.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire harmonise cocoa producer pricing policies

    Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire have agreed to implement interventions to promote a sustainable cocoa economy by harmonising producer pricing policies through a common framework, guaranteeing farmers fair remuneration, and strengthening scientific cooperation on disease management.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  6. Young farmers need mentorship, exposure and finance support

    A Bunso Cocoa College student says young people pursuing agriculture careers lack proper guidance, practical exposure to successful agribusinesses, and access to finance, but credits an Agrihouse Foundation boot camp programme with strengthening his passion for the sector.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Youth can build agribusiness without owning farmland, student says

    A Bunsu Cocoa College student urges young people to explore agricultural business opportunities beyond farming and farmland ownership, advising them to identify solutions to sectoral challenges within their own communities and start with available resources.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  8. 78-year-old bridge collapse isolates Upper West Akyem communities

    A 78-year-old concrete bridge on the Kwaobaah–Nyanoa–Mepom stretch collapsed on Tuesday, June 16, cutting off farming and trading communities in the Upper West Akyem District and forcing residents to use longer alternative routes. Residents say the structure showed deterioration for years but no major rehabilitation was undertaken before it collapsed, severely disrupting farmers' access to markets and increasing traders' costs.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire agree to harmonise cocoa farm-gate pricing

    Presidents John Mahama and Alassane Ouattara have agreed to harmonise cocoa farm-gate pricing between Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire to improve farmer incomes and strengthen market stability. The two nations together account for about 60% of global cocoa production.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  10. Global Affairs Canada funds eight years of Ghana agricultural women's training

    Global Affairs Canada has supported Ghana's Women in Food and Agricultural Leadership Training Forum and Expo (WOFAGRIC) and Gold in the Soil Awards for eight consecutive years, providing training, mentorship, and recognition to over 12,000 rural women farmers, farmers with disabilities, agribusiness entrepreneurs, processors, and marketers across Ghana.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  11. TCDA bans uncertified tree crop seedling distribution from July 3

    Ghana's Tree Crops Development Authority has directed all actors to source planting materials only from TCDA-certified suppliers for six regulated crops—cashew, coconut, oil palm, mango, rubber and shea—effective July 3, 2026, to improve quality assurance and productivity.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  12. Ghana maintains cocoa producer price despite global decline

    Ghana's Cocoa Board has kept the producer price at GH¢2,587 per 64kg bag for the 2025/2026 light crop season despite falling international cocoa prices, positioning Ghana's price above that of Côte d'Ivoire and providing income stability to smallholder farmers.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  13. Ghana maintains cocoa producer price amid global market decline

    The Government of Ghana through COCOBOD has kept the cocoa producer price unchanged at GH¢2,587 per 64kg bag for the 2025/2026 light crop season despite falling international cocoa prices, placing Ghana's farmgate price above that of Côte d'Ivoire and providing income stability for smallholder farmers during a difficult market cycle.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Society

  1. Driver and passenger unhurt as tree falls on taxi

    A tree fell onto a moving taxi on Golf Hills Road in Okaikwei North Municipality on Wednesday afternoon, temporarily blocking traffic. Both occupants escaped unharmed, and NADMO and police personnel cleared the obstruction to restore traffic flow.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mayor says residents share blame for Sekondi-Takoradi sanitation crisis

    The Mayor of Sekondi-Takoradi rejected sole responsibility for poor sanitation in the metropolis, stating residents must be held accountable for indiscriminate waste disposal. He announced formation of a task force to monitor strategic locations and arrest persons caught dumping waste illegally, with task force members to receive a portion of fines as incentive.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  3. Two men arraigned for alleged Ashaiman trader robbery and assault

    Two young men have been arraigned before court for allegedly robbing and assaulting a 29-year-old trader at Ashaiman early on June 13, 2026. The accused allegedly attacked the complainant near Ashaiman Pesewa Plaza, assaulting her and making off with her mobile phone, with the second suspect allegedly waiting on a motorbike to facilitate their escape.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Police arrest two men with suspected stolen vehicle spare parts

    Two men, John Atsu and Puplampu Jonathan, were arrested at Ashaiman Roundabout at about 2:55 a.m. on June 16, 2026, with automobile spare parts including clutch boosters, fuel injectors, mounting top lights and headlights that they could not document as their own.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. 70-year-old Wa primary school bulldozed overnight for market site

    Tindamba Primary School, a 70-year-old institution in Wa that educated thousands of residents including a future Supreme Court justice, was demolished at about 2 a.m. on a Saturday to make way for a market as part of government's 24-hour economy policy, despite public opposition and initial intervention by the Local Government Minister.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Missionary defies order to vacate Adaklu mountain disaster zone

    A white missionary, Reverend Jacob Reddekopp, is refusing to leave the foot of Adaklu mountain despite a directive from the Volta Regional Minister to vacate after a mudslide on May 20, 2026 damaged homes and vehicles. The mountain has been declared a disaster zone and should be condemned by NADMO, but Reddekopp's private school remains closed while he remains on the premises, citing uncertainty about where to relocate.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. NCCE, UNFPA, Canada launch civic campaign against GBV in Anloga

    The National Commission for Civic Education and UNFPA have launched a comprehensive civic engagement initiative in Anloga District funded by Global Affairs Canada. The programme deploys community meetings, outreach at markets and lorry stations, mobile van broadcasts, and men's club engagements to address gender-based violence, adolescent pregnancy, and harmful norms.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  8. NADMO warns Wenchi Assembly to urgently improve drainage systems

    A NADMO zonal officer has called on the Wenchi Municipal Assembly to improve drainage systems and prevent settlement in waterways to avert flooding, warning that a major disaster is inevitable if the assembly fails to address the poor drainage infrastructure.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Sekondi-Takoradi Mayor defends waste management record amid criticism

    The Mayor of Sekondi-Takoradi has rejected responsibility for poor sanitation conditions in the metropolis, citing inherited structural and financial challenges in waste management. His defence follows criticism from the Western Regional Minister and Local Government Minister, who have called for improvement within two weeks.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  10. High Court sentences man to death for kidnap and murder

    A High Court of Kogi State has sentenced to death a man prosecuted by the Department of State Services for kidnapping and murdering his neighbour. The court found Jibrin Halilu guilty of conspiracy and kidnapping in connection with the March 2023 abduction and killing of hotel proprietor Uche Andrew Offo, despite the family paying a N2.5 million ransom.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  11. Police charge influencer for posting false security alarm

    The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arraigned social media influencer Akaninyene Udo ('AK Philo') for allegedly posting a threatening message with an image of an armed bandit captioned "Eket get ready for us." The Commissioner of Police stated that creating, publishing, or spreading false security alerts and deceptive information that could cause public alarm is a criminal offense.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  12. EPA reaffirms styrofoam ban, calls for green innovation

    Ghana's Environmental Protection Authority says it will proceed with an absolute ban on single-use styrofoam food packaging and is urging the food industry to embrace the opportunity for green innovation, promoting sustainable alternatives such as paper-based packaging, biodegradable materials, and traditional leaf wrapping.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  13. GNFS urges electrical safety measures during rainy season

    The Ghana National Fire Service warns that rain-related electrical faults are a leading cause of preventable fire outbreaks and is urging households and businesses to maintain electrical installations, repair damaged cables, avoid socket overloading, and keep appliances away from wet areas.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  14. Ghana Medical Trust Fund reviews Korle Bu pilot support programme

    Officials of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund met with Korle Bu Teaching Hospital management to assess progress on a pilot intervention supporting financially constrained patients requiring specialised medical procedures. Both institutions reviewed impact and challenges encountered, including operational bottlenecks and fund disbursement issues, and agreed to streamline processes ahead of a full-scale rollout planned later in the year.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  15. Ahafo Deputy Chief Imam urges stronger sanitation law enforcement

    The Deputy Chief Imam for Ahafo Region has called on the government to intensify enforcement of sanitation by-laws, arguing that prosecuting offenders is necessary to drive behavioural change and prevent disease outbreaks. He stressed that citizens must also take personal responsibility for maintaining clean surroundings alongside government initiatives.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Ghana National Fire Service prevents court building fire in Asankrangwa

    Personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service responded to a fire at a newly constructed court building in Asankrangwa on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, and quickly contained the blaze using dry chemical powder extinguishers. The fire destroyed an ECG meter and a three-phase breaker while partially damaging electrical service cables; no casualties were recorded and the cause is under investigation.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  17. FoGA mentors 200 Manya Krobo SHS students on career paths

    Friends of Girls Africa held a career and life mentorship programme for about 200 final-year students of Manya Krobo Senior High School in the Eastern Region on June 13, 2026, bringing together professionals from entrepreneurship, agribusiness, procurement, development practice, conservation and creative industries to guide students on life after secondary education.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  18. EPA to confiscate banned polystyrene products from January

    The Environmental Protection Agency says confiscation of banned polystyrene products will be among enforcement measures to implement a planned ban beginning January 1. The EPA is finalising the legal and regulatory framework for the ban and notes importers have adequate time to adjust, with the agency working with Ghana Customs Service to monitor and regulate restricted items.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Ghana lost 14.94 million cedis to cybercrime in first half 2025

    According to an IMANI Africa report, Ghana lost GH¢14.94 million to cybercrime in the first half of 2025, a 17% increase from the same period last year, with reported incidents rising from 1,317 in early 2024 to 2,008 in 2025; online fraud, cyberbullying, and blackmail account for the majority of cases.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  20. ECG announces planned power cuts in Central and Accra East

    The Electricity Company of Ghana will conduct maintenance works causing power interruptions on Thursday, June 18 in the Central Region (9:00 am to 4:00 pm) and Accra East Region (9:00 am to 5:00 pm), affecting multiple communities in both areas.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  21. GHS launches nationwide drug campaign against tropical diseases

    The Ghana Health Service will conduct a Mass Drug Administration campaign from June 20 to July 10 across districts affected by Bilharzia, Elephantiasis, and River Blindness, as part of efforts to eliminate these neglected tropical diseases by 2030. The Director-General emphasized that medical interventions alone are insufficient and that a one-health approach addressing sanitation, water, and environmental issues is essential to prevent the diseases' spread.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  22. Bat invasion abandons petroleum-funded classroom block in Eastern Region

    A three-unit classroom block built for Kamalo D/A Junior High School in Kwahu Afram Plains North District has been abandoned after bats invaded the facility. The Public Interest Accountability Committee inspected petroleum revenue-funded projects in the Eastern Region and found mixed results, including functional boreholes, a broken-down solar water system, deteriorating road repairs, and ongoing irrigation works.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  23. World Bank funds $300m to end Ghana's double-track SHS system

    The World Bank has approved $300 million to support Ghana's efforts to phase out the double-track system in Senior High Schools by 2027 through the STARR-J Project, which aims to strengthen secondary education, expand access, improve learning outcomes, and address infrastructure deficits.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  24. GHS launches drug campaign against three tropical diseases

    The Ghana Health Service will conduct a Mass Drug Administration campaign from June 20 to July 3, 2026, targeting nearly eight million eligible people across multiple regions to prevent onchocerciasis, lymphatic filariasis, and schistosomiasis. The initiative is part of Ghana's strategy to eliminate neglected tropical diseases as a public health threat by 2030.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  25. MP urges government to prioritise hospital over market construction

    The Suhum MP Frank Asiedu Bekoe has called on the government to prioritise investment in healthcare infrastructure, particularly the expansion of Suhum Government Hospital's Accident and Emergency Centre, arguing that the facility is under pressure from road traffic accidents on the Accra-Kumasi Highway.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  26. MTN Ghana refurbishes 1,700 Maamobi Hospital beds

    MTN Ghana refurbished 1,700 hospital beds and furniture at Maamobi General Hospital under its 21 Days of Y'ello Care initiative, with plans to restore 3,000 beds nationwide. The company partnered with DOSH Health Insurance to settle medical bills for patients unable to pay.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  27. OmniBSIC Bank launches plastic recovery scheme in five Accra schools

    OmniBSIC Bank has partnered with CSIR-IIR and Ocean Tribe Foundation to launch a school-based plastic recovery initiative in five Greater Accra Senior High Schools, where plastic waste will be collected and processed into industrial raw materials such as floor tiles and roofing tiles. The five schools generate an estimated 44,000 pieces of plastic waste daily, and the programme will begin this month with recovery cages and training for students and teachers on waste segregation and management.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  28. Florence Obinim says she is ready for divorce

    Gospel musician Florence Obinim has said she would not oppose a divorce if her husband, Bishop Daniel Obinim, decides to end their marriage, citing her patience and humility throughout their years together not being appreciated.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  29. Ashanti Regional Hospital in Sewua nears completion

    The Ashanti Regional Minister announced that medical and infrastructural equipment installations are underway at the under-construction Ashanti Regional Hospital in Sewua near Kumasi, with work being done to make it operational soon. The Sewua road project has been awarded to Kofi Job Road Construction firm, and Ghana Water Company Ltd engineers are ensuring water supply for the facility.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  30. Consent void in teacher-student cases due to power imbalance

    The NUGS president argues that consent obtained through the exercise of authority or influence is legally void, citing Ghanaian law that affords special protection to vulnerable persons in relationships with power imbalances, such as those between teachers and students.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  31. Cape Coast Queen Mother calls for thorough investigation of student murder

    The Paramount Queen Mother of Cape Coast has called on security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the murder of a University of Cape Coast student and ensure those responsible are brought to justice, while assuring residents that the city remains peaceful and urging the public to remain vigilant and support law enforcement efforts.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  32. Fleet maintenance standards and road safety enforcement questioned

    An engineer raises concerns about frequent breakdowns of heavy-duty vehicles, coaches and buses on Ghana's highways, questioning whether fleet maintenance standards are being followed and who is responsible for enforcing compliance. Breakdowns create economic costs and safety risks for transport operators, passengers, businesses and other road users.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  33. Twenty years since Ghana's Disability Act: barriers persist

    On the twentieth anniversary of Ghana's Persons with Disability Act 2006, an article reflects on how persons with disability continue to face daily barriers in accessing basic services and navigating public spaces designed without their needs in mind.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  34. Workplace stress costs global economy $1 trillion annually

    Work-related stress, driven by job demands, work environment structure, and colleague interactions, is a major concern for employee well-being and organisational productivity. The World Health Organisation estimates that stress-related conditions cost the global economy about 1 trillion US dollars annually through lost working hours, with stressed employees reporting fatigue, poor concentration, reduced motivation, anxiety, depression, and burnout.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  35. Police arrest car-snatching suspect; two accomplices killed

    The Ashanti South Regional Police Command arrested William Opoku in connection with car-snatching robberies and vehicle thefts across the Ashanti Region. During a follow-up operation, police encountered accomplices and two were killed in a shootout.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  36. Young lawyer dies from cardiac arrest during World Cup celebration

    Sara Araba Tettey, a 26-year-old newly qualified lawyer, suffered cardiac arrest and died while celebrating Ghana's victory over Panama in an opening World Cup match on June 17. She collapsed at a student hostel near KNUST in Kumasi and was rushed to hospital, where she was pronounced dead despite CPR efforts lasting approximately 45 minutes.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  37. Africa's genetic diversity essential for global AI health systems

    Professor John Amuasi of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology argues that AI systems built to transform healthcare without incorporating Africa's more than 70 percent of the world's genetic diversity will operate on flawed datasets and risk underperformance or harm. He presented this position at DLD Munich, positioning Africa not as a beneficiary but as a structural prerequisite for the AI health revolution.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  38. St. Louis SHS students sanctioned for hiding in vehicle boot

    Two students of St. Louis Senior High School who attempted to sneak off campus by hiding in a vehicle boot on June 30 have been disciplined in line with the Code of Conduct for Learners, the Education Minister confirmed in Parliament.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  39. Ghana faces teacher deficit of 50,000 to 90,000

    Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu told Parliament that Ghana's education sector faces a teacher shortage of between 50,000 and 90,000, attributing the gap to budgetary constraints that limit recruitment to 7,000 positions despite the sector's greater need.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  40. Police warn WASSCE students against post-exam violence and vandalism

    The Ghana Police Service has cautioned secondary school final-year students completing the WASSCE to celebrate responsibly and refrain from violence, vandalism, arson and assault, warning that criminal conduct will result in arrest and prosecution. The caution follows recent arrests of six students in the Upper East Region in connection with arson and rioting incidents.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  41. Ghana allocates insufficient funds to early childhood development

    A UNICEF report finds that Ghana's public spending on children is concentrated in later childhood, with ages 0–5 receiving just 13% of child spending despite representing roughly one-third of the child population. The study recommends rebalancing spending away from education-heavy allocations toward prenatal and early childhood development.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  42. HPV vaccine nearly eliminates cervical cancer deaths in young women

    Children vaccinated against HPV at ages 12–13 have close to zero risk of cervical cancer death before age 30, according to landmark research. Between 2020 and 2024, no cervical cancer deaths were recorded in women aged 20 to 24 in England — the first five-year period with zero deaths — compared to an expected 23 without vaccination.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  43. Ghana's uneven public spending on children risks widening inequality

    A UNICEF-backed study finds that children aged 0–5 years, who make up about one-third of Ghana's child population, receive only 13% of public spending on children. The report warns that imbalanced investments across health, education, social protection and child welfare create systemic weaknesses that prevent children from accessing all available support.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  44. Fire destroys 25-room house, displaces family and tenants

    A 25-room house in Assin Akropong, Central Region, was destroyed by fire, leaving a family and several tenants homeless and destroying property worth thousands of Ghana cedis. No casualties were recorded, though firefighters faced water shortages in combating the blaze, and investigations into the cause have commenced.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  45. Ministry to address legal gap between consent and marriage age

    Ghana's Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection is working to amend the legal framework to resolve a disparity: the Ghana Children's Act sets the marriage age at 18, while the Criminal Code permits sexual consent at 16. The Ministry has formed a team to review these inconsistencies and recommend reforms through amendments to the Children's Act, citing concerns that the legal gap has contributed to child abuse and high teenage pregnancy rates.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  46. Safety expert urges focus on illegal building, not just diver deployment

    A health and safety professional has urged authorities in Asokore Mampong to address the root causes of flooding — particularly building on waterways and unapproved places — rather than rely on deploying divers to prevent flood-related drowning deaths. He described diver deployment as a reactionary measure that must be preceded by investigations into the causes of recurring flood disasters.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  47. 312,448 students access no-fee policy costing GHS888.8m

    Ghana's Minister for Education disclosed that 312,448 students have benefited from the "No Fee Stress" policy across the 2024 and 2025 academic years, with a total cost of GHS888.8 million. The government is also providing free tertiary education for persons with disabilities, with 1,530 such students receiving full fee and residential coverage.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  48. CTK SHS students injured in suspected gang attack in Obuasi

    Two students of Christ the King Senior High School in Obuasi were wounded by cutlass in an attack by a group of young men suspected to be from nearby communities. The headmaster linked the attackers to individuals with ties to the school who had previously tried to harass female students, and police are investigating.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  49. Police warn WASSCE students against post-exam violence

    The Ghana Police Service has cautioned final year WASSCE candidates to celebrate responsibly and avoid violence as they complete exams on June 19, warning that criminal behaviour carries serious consequences. The caution follows arrests of six students in the Upper East Region: two from Zebilla Senior High Technical School for alleged arson of a teacher's apartment, and four from Bawku Senior High School for alleged rioting, assault, and property destruction.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  50. Safety expert warns against divers as flood-death solution

    Health and safety professional Edward Debrah has cautioned against deploying divers as a comprehensive solution to Ghana's recurring flood-related drowning deaths, arguing that authorities must focus on addressing root causes of flooding, such as building on waterways and in unapproved places, rather than what he described as a "panic reaction."

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  51. Two Salaga midwives granted GH¢150,000 bail each

    Two midwives charged with conspiracy to steal and abduction in connection with the disappearance of a newborn at East Gonja District Hospital in Salaga have each been granted bail of GH¢150,000 with two sureties by Tamale Circuit Court.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  52. Police urge WASSCE candidates to celebrate exams responsibly

    As the 2026 WASSCE concludes on Friday, June 19, Ghana Police Service is warning final year students against violence, vandalism, arson, and assault, stating it will arrest and prosecute offenders. The warning follows recent student unrest in the Upper East Region, including incidents at Zebilla Senior High Technical School and Bawku Senior High School where students were arrested for property destruction and rioting.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  53. Ashanti police arrest suspect in vehicle theft and robbery ring

    The Ashanti South Regional Police Command arrested William Opoku, also known as Father Blessing, in connection with a series of car snatching robberies and vehicle thefts in the Ashanti Region. During interrogation, he admitted to involvement in several vehicle thefts in Kumasi and an attack on a Police officer in which an AK-47 assault rifle and ammunition were stolen, and identified multiple accomplices.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  54. Volta Regional Minister Praises Local Media for Peace, Cohesion

    The Volta Regional Minister has commended media practitioners in the region for responsible, professional reporting that avoids sensationalism and divisive narratives, crediting them with maintaining peace and social harmony. He attributed the region's stability also to its cultural heritage, shared language, and tradition of tolerance.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  55. Ken Agyapong donates vehicles and medical equipment on 66th birthday

    Former MP Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has donated vehicles and medical equipment to the Ghana Police Service and 17 health facilities across the country to mark his 66th birthday, including a pickup vehicle and 15 motorbikes for police operations and medical supplies such as incubators and warmers for hospitals nationwide.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  56. Mayor defends record on Sekondi-Takoradi sanitation issues

    The Mayor of Sekondi-Takoradi, Frederick Faidoo, has rejected blame for poor sanitation in the metropolis, attributing challenges partly to residents' behaviour. He announced formation of a taskforce to arrest people caught leaving waste in the central area, with taskforce members to receive a share of fines imposed on offenders.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  57. Two men sentenced for armed robbery at filling station

    The Bekwai Circuit Court has sentenced two men, Kwadwo Baffoe and Kwame Affisah, to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in a violent armed robbery at Brent Energy Filling Station in New Edubiase on August 17, 2024. The robbers, armed with pump-action guns, stole GH¢2,500 in cash and personal belongings, and caused extensive damage to property.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  58. Six students arrested for violence, arson in Upper East schools

    Police arrested two students at Zebilla Senior High Technical School for alleged arson of a teacher's apartment and four students at Bawku Senior High School for rioting, assault on staff, and property destruction. The Police cautioned final-year WASSCE students to remain disciplined and warned violators will be arrested and prosecuted.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  59. Man arrested after boy injured in zoo crocodile enclosure

    A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a three-year-old boy suffered critical injuries at Johnson's zoo near Huntingdon. Police are investigating whether the child was attacked by crocodiles and say the man and boy were not known to each other.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  60. Society responsible for rising school violence and indiscipline — PTA leader

    The General Secretary of the National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations attributes rising violence and indiscipline in Ghana's schools to broader societal failure, saying student conduct reflects values and behaviours tolerated or ignored within homes and society, and stresses that responsibility must be shared collectively by parents, teachers, and wider society.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  61. Ga East Assembly reshapes hospital road after health worker concerns

    The Ga East Municipal Assembly has begun reshaping the deteriorated road to the Ga East Municipal Hospital following complaints from health workers, patients, and residents about potholes and uneven conditions affecting patient access. The work, conducted under the District Road Improvement Programme, is a temporary measure while authorities await permanent reconstruction.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  62. Tema Metro records 162 stillbirths; perinatal mortality rate 45 per 1,000

    The Tema Metropolitan Health Directorate recorded 162 stillbirths in 2025, comprising 97 macerated and 65 fresh stillbirths, with a perinatal mortality rate of 45 deaths per 1,000 deliveries. Health officials noted a slight increase in stillbirths compared to recent years and expressed concern that high antenatal care attendance is not translating into improved pregnancy outcomes.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  63. NACOC conducts drug searches and education at Accra bus terminals

    The Narcotics Control Commission carried out large-scale searches and public education at major bus terminals across Accra on June 18, using its K9 Unit and Education Department to intercept illicit drugs and raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and legal consequences.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  64. Ghana facing integrity crisis as corruption normalizes—civil society warns

    Crusaders Against Corruption Ghana called for urgent national action against what it describes as a growing integrity crisis, arguing that corruption has become deeply rooted in everyday life and is threatening public trust and national development. The group's chairperson warned that Ghana loses integrity not through grand scandals but when thousands of small dishonest acts are tolerated year after year.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  65. Over 4,000 public sector workers owe student loans to SLTF

    The Controller and Accountant-General says approximately 4,000 government payroll workers have outstanding student loan obligations to the Student Loan Trust Fund. His department is collaborating with the SLTF to recover the debts through salary deductions, as part of efforts to strengthen loan recovery and ensure the sustainability of the student loan scheme.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  66. MOGPA constructs classroom block at Abrafo Kokoben Basic School

    The Moment of Glory Prayer Army has completed a three-classroom block for Abrafo Kokoben Basic School, equipped with an ICT laboratory, headmaster's office, and staff common room, relieving pupils who had previously studied in a makeshift structure. The Deputy Director of Education in Atwima Nwabiagya North District noted that faith-based partnerships have become essential as schools face infrastructure deficits across Ghana's education system.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  67. Technologist Thomas Mac Scofield shaped Ghana healthcare legacy

    Thomas "Mac" Scofield, a technologist instrumental in developing Ghana's eHealth system and LHIMS platform serving more than 450 health facilities, has passed away. His work advancing connected and patient-centred healthcare, particularly in remote communities, leaves an enduring impact on Ghana's health sector.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  68. Two dead as torrential rains flood Samreboi in Western Region

    Torrential rainfall and overflow of the Samre River have submerged parts of Samreboi in the Amenfi West Municipality, displacing families and destroying homes, roads, and farmlands. The flooding has claimed two lives—a 17-year-old and a child aged one year, six months—and residents are appealing for evacuation assistance and relief items.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  69. African universities urged to strengthen quality assurance for AI integration

    A quality assurance expert has urged African universities to develop and re-evaluate systems to support effective use of AI in teaching, learning and research while maintaining standards and credibility. The call was made at the 4th International Quality Assurance symposium held in Accra, which brought together practitioners, administrators, researchers and policymakers from across the continent.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  70. Wa School for the Blind parents approve health levy and PTA dues

    Parents at Wa Methodist School for the Blind approved a health levy and PTA dues to improve healthcare and welfare. The decision follows the Headmistress raising concerns about inadequate medicines in the infirmary and unsafe conditions including erosion-caused potholes that have caused injuries to visually impaired learners.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  71. Kaiser Flats residents oppose demolition over safety concerns

    Residents of Kaiser Flats in Tema Community 4 are opposing plans to demolish six blocks of the historic post-independence housing complex, which authorities say are structurally unsafe with visible cracks and deterioration. The Greater Accra Regional NADMO Director warns the structures pose significant collapse risk, but residents argue the reinforced concrete buildings remain habitable.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  72. Police arrest two suspects in Bolgatanga home invasion

    The Upper East Regional Police Command arrested 26-year-old Jeffrey Alentis and Moro Mohammed following an intelligence-led operation in connection with a robbery at Zaare, Bolgatanga, where an attacker allegedly used pepper spray on a female victim and stole a laptop and mobile phone.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  73. Ghana confronts evolving fraud and scam schemes

    Fraud, classified as a high-risk predicate offense for money laundering in Ghana's 2024 National Risk Assessment, has evolved from simple non-delivery tricks to sophisticated schemes offering worthless products and promises, ranging from romance scams to fake health cures and forex courses.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  74. Ghana faces evolving fraud schemes from romance scams to forex courses

    Ghana continues to struggle with widespread fraud and scams, officially ranked as a high-risk predicate offense for money laundering in the country's 2024 National Risk Assessment. Fraudulent schemes have evolved from simple non-delivery tricks to sophisticated operations offering worthless products and promises, such as health books claiming natural cures and forex courses charging thousands for freely available information.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Culture

  1. Vagla Kachana festival celebrates traditions of Kunlog community

    Kunlog, believed to be the second oldest Vagla community in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District of Ghana's Savannah Region, hosts the Kachana festival centred on the Kacha-Na deity. The festival is overseen by the Kunlog Heuhin, the supreme traditional ruler, with management of the deity delegated to the Kacha-Hin or Kacha Koro office, currently held by Chorsor Moshie.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Nicki Minaj stopped attending church due to career demands

    American rapper Nicki Minaj revealed on a podcast that she stopped going to church after her music career took off, as she works Friday and Saturday nights and cannot wake up early on Sundays. Despite not attending church, she said she still believes in God and maintains a spiritual relationship with Him.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. OgeeTheMC praised for creative intro on Stonebwoy's Torcher 2

    OgeeTheMC, Stonebwoy's official hype man, has drawn praise for his intro on the reggae-dancehall artist's Torcher 2 album, in which he incorporates song titles from the project into a poetic narration that sets the tone through commanding delivery and cinematic storytelling.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Fashion critic ranks best and worst dressed at Ghana Movie Awards

    Fashion critic Charlie Dior reviewed red carpet looks from the 2026 Ghana Movie Awards, naming Yvonne Nelson and Nana Akua Addo as best dressed. Dior praised Nelson's Hagans-designed red gown, noting the styling worked best with her natural hair and lace styling, describing it as elegant and commanding.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  5. M.anifest and Kwesi Arthur release new single 'No More Sleep'

    Ghanaian rappers M.anifest and Kwesi Arthur have reunited for a new single 'No More Sleep', released June 18 via Mass Appeal Records, marking their first collaboration since their 2018 hit 'Feels'.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  6. Reggae star Gramps Morgan reveals 46% Ghanaian ancestry via DNA test

    International reggae musician Gramps Morgan disclosed at a UN conference in Accra that a DNA ancestry test showed he is 46% Ghanaian, describing the discovery as confirmation of his connection to Africa and the legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Asantehene attends Ghana cultural festival and World Cup watch party in Toronto

    Thousands of Ghanaian diaspora and football fans gathered at Sankofa Square in Toronto for a Ghana FunFest cultural activation organised by Tribe Culture Fest, with Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in attendance. Attendees watched Ghana's World Cup match against Panama, which Ghana won with a late goal from Caleb Yirenkyi.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sport

  1. Kane equals Lineker's World Cup goal record with two goals

    England captain Harry Kane scored twice in England's 4-2 World Cup victory against Croatia, equalling Gary Lineker's record of 10 World Cup goals. Lineker called Kane "the greatest English striker we've ever had," noting Kane's all-round game as exceptional.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ivory Coast's Wahi granted Canada entry after visa denial

    Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi was initially denied entry to Canada for a World Cup match against Germany on Saturday following a visa issue, but Canadian officials later approved his entry. The 23-year-old Nice player was arrested last month over alleged involvement in spot-fixing in Ligue 1, and Ligue de Football confirmed an unusually high volume of bets on a yellow card involving Wahi.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Declan Rice expected fit for England's Ghana World Cup match

    Declan Rice is expected to be available for England's World Cup match against Ghana despite suffering lower back pain during the win over Croatia. The complaint is one the midfielder has been carrying for a while and will require managing during the tournament.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Ghana's World Cup presence builds national brand beyond sport

    Football's World Cup platform offers Ghana emotional diplomacy and international visibility, reaching billions of viewers and serving as a soft power tool for national branding that politics and traditional diplomacy struggle to achieve.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Van der Vaart apologises for racial slur about Japan players

    Former Tottenham midfielder Rafael van der Vaart apologised after remarking during a Dutch broadcast that Japan players "all look alike" during their 2-2 draw with the Netherlands. Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out and the Frank Soo Foundation criticised the comment as a racist slur.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Konate joins Real Madrid on four-year free transfer deal

    France centre-back Ibrahima Konate is leaving Liverpool on a free transfer to join Real Madrid on a four-year contract until June 2030, after the two parties failed to agree on new contract terms over wages and value.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Ghana beats Panama 1-0 in opening 2026 World Cup match

    Ghana defeated Panama 1-0 in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a stoppage-time goal from Caleb Yirenkyi at Toronto Stadium. Head coach Carlos Queiroz praised his players for their resilience and tactical discipline, saying they "won the game with our brains" despite Panama dominating possession and creating more chances.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Lionel Messi's father dealing with health-related situation

    Lionel Messi's father is currently under medical supervision and recovering favourably from a health-related condition, the family said in a statement. The statement was issued following speculation after Messi was seen in tears during Argentina's 3-0 World Cup victory over Algeria.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  9. FIFA moves photographers to clear coaches' view during anthems

    England head coach Thomas Tuchel complained that photographers blocked his view of the pitch during the national anthems before Wednesday's 4-2 win over Croatia. FIFA has agreed to move photographers into a huddle closer to the halfway line to give coaching staff an unobstructed view.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Black Stars assure Mahama of World Cup opener readiness

    Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew and head coach Carlos Queiroz assured President Mahama during a Zoom call that the team is fully prepared and determined to secure victory in their World Cup opener against Panama. Mahama expressed confidence in the squad and urged them to remain united and play with determination.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  11. Ghana beats Panama 1-0 in 2026 World Cup opener

    Ghana secured a dramatic late victory over Panama in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring in the fifth minute of stoppage time to secure a 1-0 win in Toronto at BMO Field. The Black Stars, who were largely outplayed for most of the match, struck on the break to snatch all three points despite Panama enjoying 65% possession in the first half.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  12. Substitute Manzambi scores twice as Switzerland beats Bosnia 4-1

    Substitute Johan Manzambi scored twice, including one just 2 minutes 46 seconds after entering, as Switzerland defeated Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 in a chaotic final 20 minutes to edge towards the World Cup last 32.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  13. Prophet calls fasting for Black Stars before World Cup opener victory

    Prophet Eric Boahen-Uche of Reign House Chapel declared three days of fasting and prayers for Ghana's Black Stars ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match against Panama, citing spiritual concerns about the team. Ghana won the match 1-0 with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  14. Colombia defeats Uzbekistan 3-1 in World Cup Group K

    Colombia opened their World Cup Group K campaign with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan at the Estadio Azteca, with goals from Daniel Munoz, Luis Diaz, and Jaminton Campaz. Uzbekistan, tournament debutants, mounted a spirited second-half response but were ultimately overcome by Colombia's greater quality in front of a crowd of over 80,000.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  15. Ghana beats Panama 1-0; Queiroz optimistic for World Cup

    Ghana defeated Panama 1-0 with a stoppage-time goal in their World Cup campaign. Coach Carlos Queiroz said his players showed they were ready to pay the price required for wins, and expressed confidence that "we can count on Ghana to do something" at the tournament, though he expressed concerns about the physical handling of Ghana players and the availability of goalkeeper Ati Zigi for their next match against England.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Ivory Coast forward Wahi under investigation for sports betting corruption

    Ivory Coast World Cup forward Elye Wahi is at the centre of an investigation into suspected sports corruption after unusual betting patterns were detected around a yellow card he received in a Ligue 1 match. A 23-year-old Ligue 1 player was taken into custody on May 29 as part of an investigation into suspected organised fraud, organised sports corruption, handling stolen goods, and money laundering.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  17. Rabiot criticises MetLife Stadium pitch quality

    France midfielder Adrien Rabiot described the pitch at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey as "more like an artificial surface" after France's 3-1 World Cup win against Senegal, echoing similar complaints from Brazil's Vinicius Junior about the pitch drying out quickly in the heat.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  18. Canada denied Partey entry; Ghana protests World Cup ban decision

    Canadian authorities denied entry to Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the nation's World Cup opener against Panama on June 17, sparking legal and diplomatic controversy. Ghana's foreign affairs ministry and football association protested the exclusion of an unconvicted athlete as unfair and discriminatory, while Canada has cited privacy protocols and FIFA deferred to Canada's sovereignty over its borders.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  19. Hull City faces points deduction risk after Premier League promotion

    Hull City's promotion to the Premier League via the play-off final victory has created a £6m overspend under profit and sustainability rules, putting the club at risk of a six-point penalty unless they sell players before the month's end.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  20. FIFA's 2026 World Cup expansion to 48 teams draws mixed reactions

    FIFA's decision to expand the World Cup from 32 to 48 teams for 2026 has divided opinion, with critics arguing it dilutes competition and represents a money-grabbing scheme, while confederations that gained extra slots view it as beneficial. The expansion has particularly benefited Arab football participation, with the Middle East region gaining increased opportunities through FIFA's 'Grow the Game' initiative.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  21. Black Stars defeat Panama, spark celebration in Kumasi

    Ghana's Black Stars scored a late-minute winner against Panama in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying, triggering spontaneous celebrations across Kumasi with crowds gathering at public spaces and dancing to local music.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  22. South Africa coach dismisses critics ahead of Czechia World Cup match

    South Africa coach Hugo Broos told critics to "shut up" and insisted he would continue his own approach after his team lost 2-0 to Mexico in their World Cup opener, finishing with nine men after two red cards. Broos said he knows what went wrong against Mexico and that the team must win against Czechia on Thursday in Atlanta to advance.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  23. Thomas-Asante assists as Black Stars beat Panama in World Cup opener

    Coventry City forward Brandon Thomas-Asante came off the bench to set up Caleb Yirenkyi's goal in Ghana's 1-0 win over Panama in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match on Wednesday, marking the Black Stars' first win in seven games.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  24. Dean Hayes Memorial Athletics Championship Saturday at UG Stadium

    Ghana's athletics community will host the Dean Hayes Memorial International Classic on Saturday at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, honouring late Coach Dean Hayes and serving as a final qualification opportunity for athletes seeking selection for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and World Athletics U-20 Championships.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  25. S-Inkoom Academy wins promotion to Division Two League

    S-Inkoom Football Academy qualified for the Division Two League after defeating Youthage FC 4-0 to win the Central Region Asemfa Division Three League championship. Founder Samuel Inkoom said the success resulted from the players' and technical team's hard work and discipline, and that the academy aims to develop young footballers and create career opportunities through sport.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  26. Army, Exchequers, GRA win in Salpholda Hockey League A

    In Week 4 of the Salpholda Hockey League A, Police defeated Arkmen 3–0 for their first win, GRA beat Reformers 2–1, Army defeated 'Hockey is the Reason' 3–0, and Exchequers won 4–0 over Legonknights. In the women's division, Army edged Reformers 1–0, Extinguishers routed University of Ghana 11–0, and GRA beat Ark Ladies 4–0.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  27. England's World Cup opener hinges on Saka's Achilles injury

    Thomas Tuchel confirmed that Bukayo Saka is managing an Achilles injury ahead of England's World Cup opener against Croatia on 17 June. Saka remains part of the squad but his workload may need to be controlled, raising questions about England's right-side attacking threat if his minutes are limited.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  28. Haaland scores twice as Norway beats Iraq 4-1

    Norway's Erling Haaland scored two goals on his World Cup debut to lead Norway to a 4-1 opening victory over Iraq in Group I. Iraq equalized early in the match but Norway's second goal came shortly after, and the team secured the win in their first World Cup appearance in 28 years.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  29. Mbappé scores twice to fire France past Senegal

    Kylian Mbappé became France's all-time leading goal scorer with a double as Les Bleus beat Senegal in their World Cup opener in New Jersey. Mbappé's second goal, a long-range effort in stoppage time, lifted him to 58 goals for France, one clear of former record holder Olivier Giroud.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  30. Messi scores hat-trick, ties World Cup career scoring record

    Lionel Messi scored three goals in Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria, reaching 16 World Cup goals to tie Germany's Miroslav Klose for the tournament's career scoring record.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  31. Actor LilWin pledges to quit acting if Black Stars don't advance

    Actor Kwadwo Nkansah (LilWin) says he will quit acting if Ghana's Black Stars fail to qualify from the group stage at the ongoing FIFA World Cup in the USA, expressing confidence in the team's ability to advance.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  32. Coca-Cola launches World Cup 26 "Feel It All" campaign in Ghana

    Coca-Cola officially launched its FIFA World Cup 26 campaign, "Feel It All," in Ghana with a Watch Party for Ghana's opening match against Panama at Accra Mall. The campaign will activate all three of Ghana's group-stage matches through high-energy fan experiences, including a "José vs Mourinho" experience during Ghana's fixture against England.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  33. Messi hat-trick inspires Argentina to 3-0 World Cup victory

    Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick in his 200th international appearance as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The emotional performance was Messi's first World Cup hat-trick, drawing him level with Miroslav Klose on 16 all-time competition goals, and made him the first player to appear at six FIFA World Cups.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  34. Haaland scores twice as Norway beats Iraq in World Cup

    Erling Haaland scored two goals on his FIFA World Cup debut as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in their opening Group I match, marking the Scandinavian nation's first World Cup victory in 28 years.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  35. Vice President visits Black Stars ahead of 2026 World Cup

    Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang paid a morale-boosting visit to the Ghana Black Stars in Toronto, urging the team to represent the nation with pride, discipline, unity and determination as they prepared for their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The delegation, which included the Chief Justice and Ghana's High Commissioner to Canada, delivered a message of support from President Mahama and the Ghanaian people.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  36. Mbappe breaks France scoring record in World Cup opener

    Kylian Mbappe became France's all-time leading scorer with 58 goals after scoring twice in a 3-1 World Cup Group I win over Senegal, with his second goal coming in stoppage time. He now has 14 World Cup goals, two behind Miroslav Klose and level with Lionel Messi.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  37. Vice President celebrates as Black Stars beat Panama 1-0

    Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang's celebratory dance moves at Ghana's 1-0 World Cup qualifying victory over Panama in Toronto went viral on social media, drawing admiration from journalists and content creators. Caleb Yernkyi scored the winning goal in the 11th minute.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  38. Parliament congratulates Black Stars on Panama win, urges improvement

    A Berekum West MP delivered congratulations to Ghana's national football team in Parliament on their 1-0 victory over Panama in their 2026 World Cup opener, while cautioning against complacency and noting that their first-half performance left much to be desired before they improved in the second half.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tourism & Environment

  1. EU funds forest restoration of 14,000 hectares in Ghana

    The European Union is funding the Ghana Forest Restoration Grant Scheme to restore 14,000 hectares of degraded forest and build the capacity of 20,000 farmers and rural people, with emphasis on women and youth. The initiative supports the government's "Tree for Life" scheme implemented by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the Forestry Commission.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

World & Region

  1. Thirty-five killed in gunmen attack on Niger's largest airport

    Gunmen struck Niger's Diori Hamani International Airport in the capital Niamey on Thursday, killing 35 people comprising 22 assailants, 11 soldiers, and two civilians. Al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM claimed responsibility for the attack, the second on the airport in less than five months.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. UK drops 'do not travel' advice for Dubai

    The Foreign Office has removed its advice against travelling to Dubai following a US-Iran agreement to stop the war, though it warned that "the situation remains unpredictable" and "attacks could resume at short notice." The lifting of the ban means British travellers will no longer risk invalidating their travel insurance, though some airlines remain cautious about resuming services to the region.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ryanair flight departs Athens without 20–50 stranded passengers

    A Ryanair flight from Athens to London Luton left without 20 to 50 passengers on Sunday due to passport control delays, the latest incident since the EU's Entry Exit System began tracking non-EU citizens in the Schengen area. Airports attributed congestion to "additional processing requirements," though Ryanair blamed border delays.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Prince Harry and Meghan to visit UK with children in July

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expected to bring their two children, Archie (seven) and Lilibet (five), to the UK in July, marking their first family visit in four years. It remains unclear what security arrangements will be in place or whether King Charles will meet his grandchildren.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. IMF approves $211.5 million climate funding for Sierra Leone

    The International Monetary Fund approved a new $211.5 million arrangement for Sierra Leone to strengthen its ability to withstand climate shocks, and completed its third review of the extended credit facility, enabling an immediate disbursement of $31.7 million.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Congo Ebola outbreak reaches 896 confirmed cases

    The Democratic Republic of Congo reported 896 confirmed Ebola cases and 232 deaths as of Wednesday, with 21 new cases and 6 new deaths in the previous 24 hours. Health officials noted week-on-week increases in confirmed cases and warned the outbreak could spread rapidly to new areas without prompt public health measures.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Cholera outbreak in Nigeria's Borno state kills 90 people

    A cholera outbreak in Nigeria's Borno state has killed at least 90 people and infected more than 12,000 since early May, according to the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Aid agencies are scaling up treatment and clean water access, supported by a $4 million injection, but more resources are urgently needed.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  8. US appeals court permits Ohio law requiring parental consent for child social media

    A U.S. appeals court in Cincinnati ruled that Ohio can enforce a law requiring social media platforms including Instagram to obtain parental consent before allowing children under 16 to use their services, overturning a lower-court block and finding the law does not violate First Amendment protections.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  9. British actress charged with attempting to smuggle meth into Australia

    Emaa Hussen, 34, a British actress who appeared in EastEnders spin-off E20 and Jason Statham's 2013 film Hummingbird, has been charged with attempting to import 320kg of methamphetamine hidden in bags of charcoal in shipping containers from Ghana into Australia. The drugs had an estimated street value of A$296m, and the maximum penalty for the offence is life in prison.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  10. UN invests $113 million in Ghana across 34 agencies

    The UN country team in Ghana improved its programme delivery rate to 80 per cent in 2025, investing US$113.3 million across 34 agencies in seven joint programmes spanning poverty reduction, health, education, security, disability and gender equality, and climate finance. Key outcomes included moving 950,000 people out of multidimensional poverty and reducing maternal mortality from 310 to 234 deaths per 100,000 live births.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  11. South African unions tell workers to avoid anti-migrant protests

    South Africa's largest labour unions, including COSATU which represents around 2 million people, have urged workers not to participate in anti-immigrant protests ahead of a June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups and warned that workers who skip work to attend protests will not be protected and risk their employment.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  12. West African engineering bodies push for unified standards

    The West African Federation of Engineering Organisations is intensifying calls for harmonised engineering standards and stronger professional integration across the sub-region to support infrastructure development, energy expansion, digital transformation and climate resilience. WAFEO will feature the renewed focus at its 2026 Conference and Annual General Meeting in Freetown, Sierra Leone, bringing together regulators, professional bodies, policymakers, academics and industry leaders to translate regional frameworks into actionable measures.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  13. UG historian argues African forced labour fueled European economic growth

    A historian at the University of Ghana has argued that Europe's economic transformation and industrial advancement were significantly driven by the enslavement and forced labour of Africans, noting that historical evidence suggests Africa was economically advanced prior to European contact and that African societies were self-sustaining before disruption through enslavement and colonial expansion.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  14. Gunfire and explosions erupt at Niger's Niamey airport

    Explosions and gunfire lasting two hours were heard early Thursday at Diori Hamani international airport in Niger's capital, Niamey. Residents told the BBC the army repelled the attack and is pursuing fleeing assailants who abandoned weapons; no group has claimed responsibility and authorities have not yet commented.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  15. Namibia seeks deeper trade and cultural ties with Ghana

    Namibia's High Commission in Ghana hosted an inaugural Cultural Night in Accra to promote economic, cultural and diplomatic relations, with Namibia's High Commissioner identifying opportunities for collaboration in tourism, agribusiness, infrastructure, education and the creative industries, while highlighting the potential of the African Continental Free Trade Area.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  16. Austria defeat Jordan 3-1 in World Cup match

    Austria beat World Cup debutants Jordan 3-1, with Romano Schmid opening the scoring, Ali Olwan equalizing with Jordan's first World Cup goal, and Yazan al-Arab's own goal and Marko Arnautovic's penalty securing victory.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  17. South Africa marks 50th anniversary of Soweto Uprising

    An address to South Africans reflecting on the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising on June 16, 2026, which recalls the courage of schoolchildren who protested apartheid and their lasting impact on the global anti-apartheid movement. The address notes that fifty years later, South Africa continues to face challenges including educational inequality and youth unemployment.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  18. Macron announces France memorial for slavery and human rights

    French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to inaugurate a dedicated memorial site at Trocadero in 2027 to honour victims of the transatlantic slave trade and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, serving as a place of remembrance and education on slavery's legacy and historical justice.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  19. Fifteen nations adopt Mombasa Declaration on fisheries transparency

    Fifteen countries, including Ghana, adopted the Mombasa Declaration at the 11th Our Ocean Conference, committing to advance global fisheries transparency and combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing through improved vessel information collection and fisheries data access.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  20. Nigeria evacuating 742 nationals from South Africa by June 30

    Nigeria's Federal Government has pledged to evacuate over 742 nationals from South Africa before June 30 who wish to return home amid anti-migrant attacks. The evacuation is already underway, with 258 Nigerians airlifted on June 11, and arrangements are being concluded for the remaining citizens.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  21. Global Reparations Conference to shape future of justice movement

    Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says the Global Reparations Conference in Accra has potential to influence the next phase of the global reparations agenda, urging delegates to pursue bold and practical solutions and strengthen cooperation across regions to address the ongoing effects of historical injustices.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  22. Africa demands urgent climate action and restored trust at Bonn talks

    The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change has called for greater urgency and stronger political commitment at the conclusion of SB64 in Bonn, warning that postponing climate ambition until the 2028 Global Stocktake is inconsistent with the realities facing Africa's 1.6 billion people. The AGN Chair stressed that adaptation is Africa's most important climate priority and emphasized the need for transparent, Party-driven negotiations on the Global Goal on Adaptation.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  23. Macron calls for global effort to return colonial-era stolen artworks

    French President Emmanuel Macron has called for renewed international cooperation to preserve the history of slavery and ensure the restitution of cultural artifacts taken from Africa and other colonised regions. He proposed an international scientific initiative to formulate recommendations supporting the recovery and return of artworks stolen during colonialism, describing restitution as essential for justice, reconciliation, and restoring cultural identity.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  24. Ghana's Dr Sylvia Adusu elected first African woman judge at maritime tribunal

    Dr Sylvia Ama Adusu has been elected as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), becoming the first African woman to serve on the prestigious court. She will serve a nine-year term from 2026 to 2035.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  25. Macron urges UN, AU, UNESCO to support global reparatory justice push

    French President Emmanuel Macron has called on the United Nations, UNESCO, and African Union to support the global push for reparatory justice as a necessary step in addressing the historical legacy of the transatlantic slave trade. Speaking virtually at the Next Steps Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra, Macron proposed launching an international scientific initiative with Ghana and other participating countries and institutions to formulate concrete recommendations.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  26. Macron calls truth-telling first step toward reparatory justice

    French President Emmanuel Macron told the Next Steps Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra that addressing the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade must begin with honest acknowledgement of the past, emphasizing that "reparation is truth" and calling on world leaders to recognize the suffering and legacies of those enslaved.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  27. Macron proposes international scientific initiative on reparatory justice

    French President Emmanuel Macron called for an international scientific initiative to support global efforts on reparatory justice and the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade, urging Ghana and other willing countries and institutions to join France in establishing a collaborative platform of researchers, policymakers and technical experts. The initiative would focus on developing evidence-based recommendations and policy frameworks to guide global responses to historical injustices, including slavery and colonialism, and on returning stolen artworks.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  28. Macron pledges French academic focus on colonial history and slavery

    French President Emmanuel Macron stated that higher education and research institutions in France will continue to support dedicated studies on colonial history and the legacy of slavery, as part of broader efforts to preserve historical memory and contribute to global discussions on reparatory justice.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Opinion

  1. University of Ghana historian argues Africa's economy was advanced pre-colonialism

    Researcher Kweku Darko Ankrah argues that Africa's economy was more advanced before European contact and the transatlantic slave trade, with archival materials and Gold Coast-era newspapers suggesting African societies were economically robust and in several respects ahead of European counterparts at the time.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. G7 concentration of power contradicts globalization's equalizing promise

    An opinion piece argues that the G7, representing a small fraction of the world's population, exerts disproportionate influence over global finance, trade, technology standards, security, and development despite globalization being presented as a grand equalizer that would disperse power beyond traditional centres.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Editorial: Mfantsipim student death calls for school welfare reforms

    The Chronicle editorial reflects on the death of 17-year-old Emmanuel Arthur, a final-year student of Mfantsipim Senior High School, whose body was found in an uncompleted building in Cape Coast. The piece calls for reforms to address student welfare and mental health in Ghana's secondary schools.

    18 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  4. AI's hidden failures may pose greater risks than visible errors

    Stephen Sarpong Lartey argues that while visible AI mistakes attract attention and prompt human intervention, the greater danger may lie in unnoticed errors that pass undetected because humans stop questioning AI's answers.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  5. Position-based authority fades; people-based influence endures

    An opinion piece argues that titles and qualifications are temporary assets, and that lasting influence depends on investing in relationships rather than relying on position. The author draws on personal experience in Ghana's corporate, banking, and academic sectors to show that people who remain influential after retirement have prioritized building genuine connections.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Ghana must criminalize teacher-student sexual relationships, opinion argues

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana needs criminal law—not just administrative discipline—against teachers who engage in sexual relationships with students. The writer cites ongoing reports across educational levels, including a recent incident at Bole Senior High School, and contends that current disciplinary measures like interdiction are insufficient to protect students and deter abuse.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  7. U.S. green card doesn't shield Ofori-Atta from Ghana extradition

    An analysis of the U.S. immigration court's decision to grant Ghana's former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta permanent residency clarifies that a green card does not provide immunity from extradition, as immigration and extradition operate under separate legal frameworks. While the ruling grants him international freedom of movement, the Office of the Special Prosecutor maintains that Ghana's extradition protocols remain independent of the immigration decision.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Illegal mining destroys environment while Ghana builds green finance

    An editorial highlights the contradiction between Ghana's green finance initiatives—including Green Bond Guidelines and carbon trading agreements—and the environmental damage from illegal mining, which has destroyed almost 9,000 hectares of forest reserves, polluted over 60 percent of water bodies, and created dangerous tunnels beneath homes.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  9. Leadership conviction and staying committed to vision

    An opinion piece argues that conviction—demonstrated through visible commitment and consistency—distinguishes exceptional leaders and drives organisational success more effectively than vision statements alone.

    18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

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