Joy Online reports that the upcoming episode of Prime Insight will examine multiple resignations and leadership vacancies at the Electoral Commission and Council of State, and discuss the legal saga involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, including claims about his reported US residency and potential implications for his criminal trial in Ghana.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online reports that the upcoming episode of Prime Insight will examine multiple resignations and leadership vacancies at the Electoral Commission and Council of State, and discuss the legal saga involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, including claims about his reported US residency and potential implications for his criminal trial in Ghana.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A New Patriotic Party member who ran in the January primary appeals to fellow party members, particularly Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, to prioritise party rebuilding and reunion over personal grievances following the party's 2024 election defeat.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece criticizes Chief Justice Paul Kwadwo Baffoe-Bonnie for attending social events with NDC officials and executives, arguing that such public associations risk eroding public confidence in judicial independence and impartiality.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre has called for deeper collaboration and stronger evidence-based policymaking as the Centre restructures to address West Africa's security challenges. The 2024–2028 Strategic Plan splits the Faculty of Academic Affairs and Research into a standalone Academic Faculty and a Department of Applied Research and Innovation in Peace and Security, designed to align research outputs with operational realities.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre has restructured its former Faculty of Academic Affairs and Research into two separate units—a standalone Academic Faculty and a newly established Department of Applied Research and Innovation in Peace and Security—to sharpen focus and better respond to West Africa's evolving peace and security challenges.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre has restructured by separating its former Faculty of Academic Affairs and Research into two standalone entities — a Faculty of Academic Affairs and a dedicated research department (DARIPS) — to better respond to rapidly evolving peace and security challenges in West Africa, including the spread of violent extremism, unconstitutional government changes, and humanitarian pressures.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Sylvia Ama Adusu has been elected Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea for the 2026–2035 term, becoming the first African woman to serve on the Tribunal. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection hailed the achievement as a milestone for Ghana and for women's leadership globally.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Minority MPs on Parliament's Local Government Committee have urged the government to redirect funds for 24-Hour Markets toward completing stalled Agenda 111 hospital projects in districts where markets may not be necessary, arguing that existing markets in some areas are underutilised.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaking at the Next Steps Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra, President Mahama called for a more inclusive and sustained international approach to reparatory justice, saying the recent UN resolution on slavery should mark the start of a broader process rather than a final achievement. He stressed that meaningful progress depends on dialogue and expanding participation among nations, institutions and stakeholders with differing perspectives.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Sunyani East NPP Communications Officer has congratulated Dennis Miracle Aboagye on his appointment as Director of Communications at the office of former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, describing the move as part of building a stronger communication strategy ahead of the 2028 elections.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa expressed confidence that the global campaign for reparatory justice for Africans is approaching a breakthrough, citing unprecedented international support since a landmark UN resolution on slavery. President Mahama, serving as African Union Champion for Reparatory Justice, convened a three-day High-Level Next Steps Conference in Accra bringing together heads of state, foreign ministers, legal experts, and diaspora representatives to deliberate on the next phase of the reparations agenda.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama is hosting a High-Level Consultative Conference in Accra with world leaders from 80 countries to discuss next steps following a UN resolution declaring the trafficking and enslavement of Africans as a grave crime against humanity. Mahama said the conference seeks to heal historical wounds and pursue justice and reconciliation grounded in truth.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama has set up three global panels—the Global Advisory Panel on Reparatory Justice, the Expert Panel on the Restitution of Cultural Artefacts, and the Global Legal Panel on Reparatory Justice—as the next phase of implementing the UN Resolution declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans and racialised chattel enslavement as the gravest crime against humanity.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Charles Opoku, a Deputy National TESCON Coordinator, filed a petition with the NPP General Secretary seeking disciplinary review of lawmaker Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, alleging a pattern of misconduct including public statements against fellow party members and opposition to official party positions that have brought the party's image into disrepute. The petition also raised concerns about "The Base," a group that emerged after the NPP presidential primary and operates outside recognized party structures.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former presidential aspirant Dr Bryan Acheampong has called on all factions within the New Patriotic Party to unite behind former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, who was elected the party's flagbearer for the 2028 general election. Acheampong stressed that personal disagreements must not derail preparations for the next election and that party unity is essential for the NPP's chances of regaining power.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Abetifi MP Dr Bryan Acheampong has rejected suggestions that NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia was responsible for attacks on Kennedy Agyapong during the party's recent internal contest, saying some individual supporters made disrespectful comments but there is no evidence linking Bawumia to those actions.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Bryan Acheampong has warned that continued infighting within the NPP could undermine efforts to return the party to power in the 2028 general election, arguing that the party cannot afford to expend energy on internal disputes when it faces the task of rebuilding public confidence.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly has suspended construction work by Chinese contractors at FD 28 Amadan Street in North Kaneshie after the contractors failed to produce the necessary building permit and official receipts. The Mayor warned that the Assembly will not tolerate non-compliance with planning regulations and that developers risk stop-work orders, fines, prosecution, and demolition of unauthorised structures.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party has barred members of Constituency Elections Committees from contesting in upcoming constituency executive elections, a measure the party says ensures transparency and fairness. Constituency Elections Committee members who wish to contest must first resign and be replaced by an appointee.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Minister Bryan Acheampong has appealed to Kennedy Agyapong to channel his influence toward unifying the NPP rather than deepening internal divisions, saying the party's primary responsibility after its 2024 defeat is to rebuild and position itself for 2028.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Zimbabwe's lower house has passed legislation to extend presidential terms from five to seven years, allowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030. The bill, which also scraps direct presidential elections in favour of parliamentary selection, secured 216 votes in Thursday's vote, exceeding the two-thirds majority threshold required to amend the constitution.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama opened the Next Steps High-Level Consultative Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra on June 18, calling for the international community to move beyond acknowledgment of historical injustices towards meaningful action, truth-telling, and reconciliation. The conference brought together leaders from over 80 countries, including the presidents of Senegal, Namibia, Liberia, and São Tomé and Príncipe, among others.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong has warned the NPP that he will not be silenced by party criticism over his comments on governance, and threatens to reveal further information if they continue to challenge his claims. He accused the NPP administration of failing to complete the Afari Military Hospital and alleged improper handling of Agenda 111 contracts.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Hajia Safia Mohammed, a candidate for National Women's Organiser of the NPP, has paid nomination fees for all incumbent women organisers seeking re-election across the party's 276 constituencies. The move is intended to reduce financial barriers for grassroots party officials ahead of nominations scheduled to open June 22, 2026.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An Accra High Court has granted Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) and the Attorney General two weeks to negotiate a plea bargain in a case where Wontumi is accused of causing GH¢30 million financial loss to Ghana EXIM Bank. The case has been adjourned to July 2.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Office of the Special Prosecutor has responded to suggestions that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta be tried in absentia, explaining that such a proceeding can only follow after formal charges, notification, and the accused's refusal to appear. The OSP outlined that due notification requires formal personal service through official legal channels, not phone calls or social media.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
President Mahama told delegates at a reparatory justice conference in Accra that while today's generation bears no guilt for slavery, it has a duty to confront its lasting consequences. He announced three international panels—on reparatory justice, restitution of cultural artifacts, and legal approaches—to advance global efforts on the issue.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation dismissed claims that the government intends to use public funds to sponsor Ghanaian supporters to attend the upcoming FIFA World Cup, stating that President Mahama and the Sports Minister have ruled out taxpayer funding for such trips. The government cited the high cost (estimated at about $11,000 per supporter) and the need to channel limited resources into economic development and sports infrastructure, and said it has instead adopted a private sector-led approach to support Ghana's World Cup participation.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nana Akomea, communications director for Bawumia's presidential campaign, has accused the Mahama administration of using internal investigations to clear public officials accused of wrongdoing—a practice he says mirrors what the NDC previously condemned. His comments followed an investigation by the Presidency into allegations of sole-sourcing of road contracts, inflated values, and irregular spending at the Ministry of Roads and Highways, which found no wrongdoing.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Issahaku Tahiru Moomin, a former Wa Municipal Chief Executive and chartered accountant, has declared his intention to contest for the position of National Treasurer of the New Patriotic Party. He has worked in finance roles at government agencies and the Ghana Health Service, and is currently an International Business Agent.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Dramani Mahama has urged the chieftaincy institution to lead in resolving growing chieftaincy disputes across Ghana, stating that government is constitutionally barred from determining succession matters, though government can intervene to maintain law and order when disputes become violent. Mahama told the Bono Regional House of Chiefs that the responsibility for adjudicating chieftaincy cases rests with traditional authorities through their judicial committees.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
An analysis in The Chronicle examines the legal and governance implications of interim policy directives issued by the Ghana School of Law on 12 June 2026, which were issued to address a regulatory vacuum created by the new Legal Education Act, 2026, pending the constitution of the Council for Legal Education and Training.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Judicial Service clarified that Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie's visit to the Black Stars camp in Canada during the FIFA World Cup was undertaken in his private capacity and at his own expense while on official leave. The service stated the visit was motivated by a desire to support the national team as a patriotic Ghanaian and sports enthusiast, and was not an official function.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of Food and Agriculture has dismissed claims of disagreement with the Finance Ministry over the release of funds for agricultural programmes in 2026, while the Finance Ministry says it has released more than GH¢1.6 billion to the agriculture sector this year, representing about 85 percent of the ministry's total allocation for goods and services and capital expenditure.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu said President Mahama is considering moving teacher recruitment from the Ghana Education Service headquarters to the local level, potentially with an increase in the Common Fund allocation from 5% to 7.5%. The proposal aims to improve accountability and disciplinary management of teachers.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Hundreds of residents in Asankrangwa, Wassa Amenfi West Municipality, have marched in protest over poor road conditions, saying years of government promises have not been fulfilled. They argue that despite the area's contribution to Ghana's cocoa, gold, and timber economy, basic road infrastructure remains deplorable, affecting farming, transport, healthcare, and education.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister has imposed a curfew in twelve communities in Nkwanta South Municipality, running daily from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., effective June 19, 2026, citing security concerns and advice from the National Security Council. The government also announced a ban on possession and carrying of arms, ammunition and offensive weapons in the affected areas.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Interior Minister has imposed a curfew in twelve communities in Nkwanta South Municipality, Oti Region, effective Friday, June 19, restricting movement from 5:00 pm to 6:00 am daily. The government has called on residents and stakeholders to support peace efforts through non-violent means.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Convention People's Party has urged the government to undertake immediate repairs on deteriorating roads nationwide, saying the poor condition of highways, feeder roads, and urban roads—worsened by recent rains—is increasing transport costs, damaging vehicles, and disrupting movement of people and goods.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former NPP flagbearer aspirant Kennedy Agyapong has warned party members to prepare for "action" in June or July 2027, claiming some members have disrespected him and spread false information about his health. Agyapong did not specify what action he intends to take but said he would not remain silent on what he views as unfair treatment within the party.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former NPP flagbearer aspirant Dr. Bryan Acheampong has called on party members to unite behind Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the NPP's 2028 presidential candidate, and appealed specifically to Kennedy Agyapong to help promote party unity rather than deepen divisions.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former NPP parliamentary candidate Akosua Manu has called on party members to abandon what she calls an "entitlement mentality" and focus instead on unity, sacrifice and hard work ahead of the 2028 general election. She argues that loyalty to the party should be measured by contributions and commitment rather than length of membership, citing examples of former Presidents Kufuor and Akufo-Addo who faced internal party opposition before achieving electoral success.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A Deputy National TESCON Coordinator of the NPP has petitioned the party's leadership to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Kennedy Agyapong over repeated public attacks on the party and its members, citing statements that he says have damaged the party's image and created divisions. The petitioner, who has served the NPP for over 14 years, specifically cited Agyapong's criticism of the party's position on the Afari Military Hospital project.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A University of Ghana academic has warned that Ghana's reliance on English in governance, courts, and civic education excludes the majority of citizens from democratic participation, creating uneven access to rights despite the country's reputation as Africa's most stable democracy.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Wa Regional Court Complex is nearing completion with a judicial delegation led by Supreme Court Judge Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi conducting an inspection and proposing functional and structural adjustments, including improvements for accessibility and judges' functionality, ahead of a targeted October commissioning.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dennis Miracles Aboagye of the People's Forum has expressed concern over the perceived closeness between Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie and officials of the NDC government, citing prosecutions of political opponents and public perceptions about state institutions as evidence of threats to judicial independence.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly announced a revenue enforcement exercise beginning Monday, June 22, to lock up and temporarily close businesses and properties in arrears on Business Operating Permit fees, property rates and rent owed to the Assembly.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A spokesperson for former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong has defended his recent comments about the NPP, saying they were intended as constructive criticism to promote introspection and reconciliation rather than divide the party. He urged the NPP to use the ongoing debate as an opportunity to strengthen internal unity ahead of the 2028 elections.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority in Parliament is calling on the government to reveal the specific prison facility where Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, former CEO of MASLOC, is being held following her extradition to Ghana. The Effia MP argues the government's disclosure has been inadequate and inconsistent with transparency principles, and the public deserves full details about her arrival, transfer, and whether she has begun serving her court-imposed sentence.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for the Interior has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. on communities in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region, effective Friday, June 19, 2026, following security concerns; a total ban on possession and carrying of weapons, ammunition and offensive weapons has also been imposed in the affected areas.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Makeup Ghana has commissioned the Ghana Beauty & Wellness Index, a biennial evidence-based report designed to track the industry's economic size, workforce, and growth trends. The inaugural 2026 edition will document five core areas including the industry's size and GDP share, practitioner and business numbers, and certification levels.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ecobank Ghana shareholders approved a dividend of GH¢1.21 per share for 2025, a 256.8 percent increase from the prior year, as the bank's pre-tax profit rose 28.3 percent to GH¢3.03 billion, driven by higher non-interest income offsetting a 28.8 percent fall in net interest income.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The spread between official and informal dollar rates in Ghana remains at 10.3–11.6 percent above the Bank of Ghana's interbank rate, with forex bureaus quoting GH¢12.35–GH¢12.50 per dollar compared to the official GH¢11.1986 rate. The persistent gap endures despite the cedi recording strong recent performance supported by improved foreign exchange liquidity and central bank interventions.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Chairman of the Chamber of Cement Manufacturers, Ghana has called for Ghana's cement industry to reduce reliance on imported clinker and embrace locally driven production methods, citing unsuitable limestone deposits and rising import costs from fuel prices and supply disruptions. He advocates developing lower-clinker cement using alternative raw materials to improve self-sufficiency and reduce foreign exchange pressure, pointing to innovations like Eco Cool and Supercem already in production.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Eni Ghana has signed a Letter of Intent with the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) to explore strategic partnerships aimed at advancing sustainable development initiatives in Ghana, with cooperation focusing on education, TVET, agriculture, water and sanitation, community health, nutrition, and economic diversification.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
FSD Africa, the British High Commission, and Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund have launched a Green Project Preparation Facility to prepare climate-aligned infrastructure projects for investment, initially capitalised with £5 million from the UK Government. The facility aims to build a pipeline of investable green infrastructure projects, reduce development risk, and mobilise private capital.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A consulting team from the Japan International Cooperation Agency has expressed satisfaction with preparatory works for the Santasi Roundabout to Asokwa Interchange dual carriageway project in Kumasi, commending the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly for clearing the right of way. The Chief Consultant for JICA said contractor procurement would commence under the Japanese government once the inspection was completed and found satisfactory, with officials to conduct a final inspection and submit a report to facilitate the project's continuation.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Coca-Cola officially launched its FIFA World Cup 26™ campaign in Ghana with a Watch Party for Ghana's opening match against Panama at the Coca-Cola Experience Zone in Accra Mall. The campaign, dubbed "Feel It All," will feature fan experiences and entertainment throughout the tournament, including a concert alongside the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final on July 19.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Coca-Cola has launched its "Feel It All" FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Ghana with fan engagement activities, watch parties and entertainment events centred on Ghana's participation in the tournament. The campaign will be activated across all three of Ghana's group-stage matches.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire have agreed to harmonise cocoa farm-gate pricing policies to strengthen farmer incomes, reduce market distortions, and build resilience against market volatility and climate risks. The two countries, which together produce more than 60 percent of global cocoa, aim to strengthen bargaining power and stabilise the sector through closer policy alignment.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Bank of Ghana will work with commercial banks to develop investment-linked remittance products that direct diaspora inflows toward business expansion, infrastructure, and capital formation rather than consumption. The initiative is part of broader central bank efforts to leverage improving macroeconomic conditions and support productive economic activity.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Standard Chartered Ghana hosted a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership since 1896. The Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor attended as Guest of Honour, and the CEO reflected on the bank's role in supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, and digital transformation.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Telecel Ghana engaged about 160 final year students of Mampong Akuapem Senior High Technical School for the Deaf on digital career opportunities and tailored connectivity packages, as part of its SuperCare initiative for people with special needs.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has urged banks to formalise robust policies on third-party collateral and strengthen due diligence procedures, citing instances of fraudulent land titles, forged ownership documents, and falsified consent letters used in credit applications.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Standard Chartered Ghana hosted a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership in Ghana, attended by business leaders, regulators and stakeholders. The Bank's CEO highlighted its role supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, and digital transformation.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Heavy equipment dealer HMD and its Tuboshu brand launched ForLife at WAMPEX 2026, a scheme providing lifetime protection against equipment breakdown costs across machinery's entire lifespan, covering mechanical and electrical failures plus spare parts and labour on a flat rate per operational hour.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
An analysis compares SpaceX's recent $75 billion IPO, which raised the stock above $200 per share and valued the company beyond $2 trillion, with Kasapreko's listing, examining whether investors should buy at current prices. The article notes SpaceX generated $18.7 billion in 2025 revenue while trading at an estimated 90 to 100 times sales, suggesting investors are buying future growth prospects rather than current business performance.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's banking sector faces elevated non-performing loan ratios, with SMEs accounting for over 93% of distressed credit as of April 2025. The article argues that business incubators, combined with strengthened regulation and industry response, can serve as a de-risking tool to address systemic credit challenges affecting SMEs in agriculture, transportation, and construction.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Speakers at the 2026 Citi Business Festival roundtable called for deliberate, coordinated efforts to develop well-planned and functional cities, arguing that urban competitiveness drives investment, productivity, and economic growth. Panellists emphasized that cities compete directly for capital and talent, with experts noting that about 80 percent of Ghana's housing is built by the private sector, and calling for stronger public sector coordination.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
People's Pension Trust and MTN Mobile Money Fintech have launched FlexiPension, a digital pension product for informal sector workers in Ghana. The product allows users to open and manage accounts via mobile phone and contribute any amount at any time through MTN Mobile Money wallets under the NPRA's Tier 3 voluntary framework.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Standard Chartered Ghana held a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership in the country, attended by clients, business leaders, regulators, and the Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana. The Bank's CEO reflected on its role supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, capital markets, and digital transformation since 1896.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
SeamlessHR, an Africa-based HR and payroll technology company, sponsored the 10th Ghana CEO Summit in Accra, which brought together over 100 chief executives, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss economic resilience and innovation. President John Dramani Mahama addressed the summit on the 24-hour economy policy and called on CEOs to commit capital to support business growth and job creation in Ghana.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Oil prices fell on Friday as oil tankers began moving through the Strait of Hormuz following a U.S.-Iran interim peace deal, with Brent crude futures down 0.68% to $78.31 a barrel and analysts expecting over 85 million barrels of stranded Middle East Gulf oil to reach global markets alongside the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Policy think tank Africa Policy Lens is calling for an urgent amendment of Section 25 of the Ghana Gold Board Act to protect the mandates of mining sector institutions and prevent financial losses from duplicated functions. APL warned that GoldBod is encroaching on mandates already assigned to other state institutions, including the Minerals Commission, NAELP, Forestry Commission, and GLRSSMP.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition says Ghana is implementing measures to increase renewable energy penetration, including a 200MW competitive solar tender and plans to scale the initiative to 1,000MW, alongside deployments of solar-plus-storage technologies, 50,000 home solar systems, and solar-powered electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Energy Minister Dr John Abdulai Jinapor has urged African countries to pursue energy transition strategies anchored on three pillars—energy access, industrialisation, and sustainability—emphasizing that climate action must also respond to poverty reduction and expanding economic opportunities. He highlighted Ghana's renewable energy initiatives including a 200MW solar tender and plans to scale solar capacity to 1,000MW.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, has called for Africa's energy transition to prioritise energy access, industrialisation, and environmental sustainability alongside climate concerns. He noted that Africa contributes less than four per cent of global emissions, emphasised the role of natural gas as a transition fuel, and highlighted Ghana's renewable energy initiatives including a 200MW competitive solar tender with plans to scale to 1,000MW and solar-plus-storage projects.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The government is considering transferring control of Gold Fields Tarkwa Mine to local firms when the current lease expires in April 2027, according to Bloomberg sources. The potential transfer is part of efforts to increase government ownership of the gold industry, with any handover to be evaluated on environmental rehabilitation, local employment, and infrastructure development commitments.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Youth, traditional authorities and residents of Obuasi have petitioned AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Limited over the alleged neglect and mismanagement of community sports facilities in the mining town, calling on the company to rehabilitate sporting infrastructure including the Len Clay Sports Stadium and Ofori Park and revive the inactive Ashanti Gold football club.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
FSD Africa, the British High Commission, and the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund have launched a Green Project Preparation Facility to bridge Ghana's infrastructure financing gap and prepare climate-aligned projects for investment. The facility was initially capitalised with £5m from the UK Government and will seek to build an investible pipeline of green infrastructure projects and mobilise private capital.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Seequent, a global leader in subsurface earth modelling and data management software used by nine of the world's ten largest mining companies, is expanding its presence in West Africa with Ghana as a regional hub, targeting the region's mineral exploration opportunities.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ing. Justice Ohene-Akoto, Executive Director of the Africa Sustainable Energy Centre, has been recognised among the world's top 10 most-read energy thought leaders in the 2025 illuminem Energy Thought Leaders Ranking, a distinction highlighting the growing influence of African voices in global energy discourse.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Agriculture Ministry is distributing subsidised high-yield hybrid seeds, providing technical training, and promoting dry-season farming through irrigation to boost local tomato production and reduce imports. The interventions aim to address tomato shortages, stabilise prices, and strengthen food security, with particular focus on year-round cultivation in northern Ghana.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The CEO of NAFCO says Ghana's government commitment of ¢300 million towards building a national grain reserve marks an unprecedented policy shift for food security, though he notes the amount falls short of the ¢1.5 billion needed for meaningful grain purchases and price stabilisation.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO George Abradu-Otoo says Ghana needs at least ¢1.5 billion to build a proper national food reserve system, but the company currently has only ¢300 million available, which he describes as inadequate for large-scale grain purchases from farmers.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The CEO of the National Food Buffer Stock Company says Ghana has lagged behind neighbouring countries like Mali in establishing food reserves, and that the company has so far received only ₵300 million for grain purchases, far below the ₵1.5 billion needed for meaningful intervention.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Standards Authority, partnering with German Development Cooperation, is establishing Ghana's first nationally-managed organic certification scheme to help farmers access premium markets in Europe and North America, where certified organic products command price premiums of 20–40 percent.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
More than 700,000 metric tonnes of paddy rice from the previous season remain unsold, leaving farmers with cash-flow constraints and little incentive to begin cultivation during the current rainy season. According to a former director of the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana, only about 20 percent of last year's over 960,000-metric-tonne harvest has been sold, and farmers say promised government intervention has not materialised.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Food and Agriculture Minister Eric Opoku says Ghana requires GH¢1.5 billion to address a growing food glut, noting that the GH¢100 million initially budgeted for 2025 proved inadequate. The minister cited insufficient funding and limited storage infrastructure as obstacles to supporting farmers with excess produce.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Complete Farmer is using satellite technology, global buyer connections, and technical support to address market access and quality challenges facing Ghanaian farmers. The platform aims to reduce crop waste and help growers meet international quality standards.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Agritech company Complete Farmer uses technology to help Ghanaian farmers produce quality crops, access global markets, and make informed decisions through remote farm monitoring and data-driven planning without high soil testing costs. The platform aims to connect local growers with global buyers and give farmers confidence in a ready market before starting each farming season.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water Company Limited has reclassified small-scale farms from domestic to commercial billing categories without evaluating their actual water use, making water more expensive than electricity for some agricultural enterprises and causing financial hardship for farmers who are effectively penalized while fighting illegal mining's environmental damage.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Minister for Food and Agriculture has urged a stronger push into agro-processing to address excess farm produce, reduce post-harvest losses, and create employment, emphasizing the need to shift from primary production to full value-chain development including processing, storage, transportation, packaging, and distribution.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Seventy young innovators graduated from the Code4FoodSecurity Fellowship Programme after training in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and machine learning to address food security challenges. The programme, implemented by the UN World Food Programme in partnership with the Korea International Cooperation Agency and Blossom Academy, aims to develop technology-driven solutions to strengthen Ghana's food systems.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
As artificial intelligence enters Ghanaian classrooms, educators debate whether it becomes a shortcut tool or a learning partner. The distinction lies in how students use AI: asking for final answers versus seeking explanations to develop problem-solving skills.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's education system has been fragmented in its approach to educational technology, with laptops distributed unevenly and teachers lacking basic digital literacy. A February 2026 EdTech Mondays Ghana panel discussion highlighted the need to move away from isolated, donor-dependent projects toward a unified national EdTech strategy with long-term partnerships between government and the private sector.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Severe flooding triggered by overflow of the Samre and Tano rivers after heavy rainfall has swept through Samreboi and Asankragwa in Wassa Amenfi West Municipality, displacing residents and destroying homes and property; NADMO confirms no fatalities but has relocated affected families to safe shelters while relief efforts continue.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The University of Cape Coast has advised students, staff and the public to avoid several flooded campus areas following heavy rainfall on Friday, June 19, that inundated sections of the campus and surrounding communities.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu told Parliament that Ghana requires between 50,000 and 90,000 additional teachers to adequately serve schools, but budgetary constraints have limited government recruitment to 7,000. The shortage is partly driven by recent sector reforms, including the expansion of technical and vocational education institutions that must now be staffed alongside the Ghana Education Service.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Six government-sponsored master's students at Loughborough University have accused Ghana High Commission officials in London of verbal abuse and physical assault during a protest over unpaid scholarship funds. The students claim they are owed a combined £238,852 in tuition fees and stipends after more than 18 months without payments.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The University of Health and Allied Sciences and the Reckitt Global Hygiene Institute held a forum themed "Breaking the Silence: Menstrual Hygiene Management and Adolescent Mental Health in Ghana" to discuss findings from a three-year research project and improve menstrual health outcomes for adolescent girls. Ghana Education Service Deputy Director-General Professor Smile Gavua Dzisi said menstruation was unnecessarily shrouded in secrecy and stigma, and that menstrual health involves dignity and mental wellbeing beyond access to sanitary products.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Health Service will conduct a Mass Drug Administration campaign from June 20 to July 3, 2026, providing free preventive treatment for onchocerciasis, lymphatic filariasis, and schistosomiasis to nearly eight million people across the country. The campaign targets 86 onchocerciasis-endemic districts in 15 regions, about 266,000 people in two elephantiasis-endemic districts, and 13 districts across eight regions for schistosomiasis, as part of Ghana's strategy to eliminate these diseases by 2030.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Upper East Regional Police Command arrested Jeffrey Alentis, 26, and Moro Mohammed following an intelligence-led operation in connection with a robbery at Zaare, Bolgatanga, where a masked suspect used pepper spray to attack a female victim and stole a laptop and Samsung Galaxy A07 mobile phone. All stolen items were recovered from the alleged accomplice.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An Accra Circuit Court has remanded Johnson Dickson Amasabga into custody on a stealing charge after he allegedly went into hiding with a tricycle valued at GHC33,000 that a complainant had allowed him to use on a "work and pay" basis. The accused, who admitted the agreement and acknowledged selling the tricycle, was apprehended after failing to make payments beyond the initial GHC7,878 he paid in the first three months.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu announced a GH₵2.5 billion investment in second-cycle education infrastructure between 2026 and 2027, with World Bank support, to address inadequate facilities and overcrowding through construction of classrooms, laboratories, ICT centres, and libraries.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Food and Drugs Authority has begun training herbal medicine manufacturers and practitioners in the Eastern Region on its digital registration platform to improve product traceability, curb adulteration, and strengthen consumer protection. The training covered product registration, labelling requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, advertisement regulations, and use of the Ghana FDA Integrated Regulatory Management System.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Public Records and Archives Administration Department has cautioned institutions against investing in Electronic Records Management Systems without first establishing sound records governance structures, warning that technology alone cannot resolve poor records management practices and that organisations risk transferring paper-based inefficiencies into digital platforms.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Minister for Works and Housing Francis Asenso-Boakye disclosed that the Akufo-Addo administration invested GH¢540 million in flood control interventions over eight years, with substantial funding directed towards drainage infrastructure and flood management capacity. He urged the current administration to sustain and expand such investments while emphasizing the importance of enforcing planning regulations to address persistent flooding.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development launched its maiden Career Connect fair in Kumasi, bringing together employers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to provide students with internship, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Student Loan Trust Fund announced that starting July 2026, the government will deduct student loan repayments directly from the salaries of more than 4,000 public sector workers with outstanding obligations. The move is intended to improve loan recovery and ensure the scheme's sustainability for future students.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A gas tanker overturned near the Tema Motorway Roundabout after hitting a pothole; the Ghana National Fire Service and police secured the scene and detected no leakage, though firefighters are cooling the tanker as a precaution while arrangements are made for safe gas transfer.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Mayor of Accra has directed that all hawking, trading, and other unauthorised activities under the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange cease immediately, with offenders facing prosecution. The directive was issued during an inspection by the Accra Metropolitan Assembly, during which officers cleared food vendors, beggars, and unauthorised installations from the area.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A suspected tyre burst caused a vehicle to cross into the opposite lane and collide head-on with another vehicle at the Legon Underpass in Accra on Thursday, leaving one person seriously injured. The victim was transported to Legon Hospital and police are investigating the exact cause of the crash.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Sara Araba Tettey, a 26-year-old lawyer in Kumasi, collapsed and died at KNUST Hospital while celebrating Ghana's 1-0 victory over Panama in a World Cup match on Thursday. Sources suspected cardiac arrest due to over-excitement, though she had no known heart condition.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Police Service has warned 2026 WASSCE final-year students that violent post-exam celebrations will not be tolerated, following incidents of indiscipline including protests, vandalism, and assault at Bawku Senior High School and Zebilla Senior High Technical School.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Narcotics Control Commission has engaged the National House of Chiefs to help tackle drug abuse, particularly among youth. The NACOC Director-General warned that individuals aged 20–29 are the largest group of drug users and that cannabis is the most widely abused substance in Ghana.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Heavy rainfall on Monday caused devastating floods in Samreboi and surrounding communities in Amenfi West Municipality, Western Region, submerging more than 180 houses and forcing thousands of residents to flee. At least one person has died, and schools and churches have been converted into temporary shelters for displaced victims.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Central University has suspended remaining Students' Representative Council (SRC) Week activities following the arrest of five individuals by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) over alleged involvement in the sale and distribution of cannabis and cannabis-infused products on campus. The university is cooperating with NACOC and other authorities to investigate the matter while maintaining order and safety.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Food and Drugs Authority and police seized over 2,100 beverages in late April that combine alcohol with stimulants like caffeine and guarana, which can mask intoxication and lead to excessive consumption.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has arrested five students at Central University during a campus operation over alleged involvement in the sale and distribution of cannabis and cannabis-infused products including ice cream, sobolo, toffees, pepper, and eggs. NACOC says it has seized suspected substances for forensic examination and reaffirmed its commitment to combating drug activities in educational institutions.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Founder of The Raissa Child Protection Initiative has called for intensified efforts to eliminate child labour across Africa, urging governments, civil society organisations, and religious leaders to protect children from labour that denies them education and well-being. Child labour affects thousands of children across Ghana and Africa, exposing them to exploitation and preventing them from reaching their potential.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Municipal Chief Executive for Weija-Gbawe has confirmed that the assembly will soon demolish structures built on waterways and within the Densu River buffer zone to reduce flooding risks and improve water flow, after issuing notices to affected residents.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Forty residents of Weija-Gbawe Constituency have regained their sight after undergoing eye surgeries coordinated by their MP, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, in partnership with the Columbia Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Ghana Adventist Health Services, and Valley View Hospital. The surgeries followed a week-long screening exercise in March that identified 221 beneficiaries requiring eye care.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Students at Diaspora Girls' Senior High School in Akuapem South, Eastern Region, with a population of about 900, face severe infrastructure shortages: some attend classes in the school's canteen or under trees, while the school lacks an assembly hall, library, adequate classroom blocks, and a functional dining hall. A source described the conditions as unacceptable and detrimental to academic work.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Daniel McKorley, a business magnate, delivered the keynote address at Wisconsin International University College's 19th Graduation Ceremony, challenging graduates to move beyond academic theory and become executors of change. He told the class that attitude and integrity account for 75 percent of success in the real world, and led them in prayer asking God to transform them from "academic theorists" into "absolute executioners" capable of turning ideas into enterprises.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The family of 26-year-old Sara Araba Tettey, a newly qualified lawyer who died after reportedly suffering cardiac arrest while celebrating Ghana's World Cup victory over Panama on June 17, has urged the public to disregard social media speculation about the circumstances of her death and is appealing for privacy during their time of grief.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A fire, suspected to be caused by an electrical fault, swept through a storage room at Wa West District Hospital, destroying essential medical supplies including IV fluids, medications, and maternal and infant care supplies. The District Member of Parliament and Chief Executive visited the hospital and pledged support following the incident.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra continues to experience severe flooding in the same areas—including Weija, Kasoa, Dansoman, and Lakeside—a pattern documented since at least 1960. Credible studies identify five persistent causes: the city's low-lying geography, settlements built on floodplains and drainage channels, drains clogged with plastic and sachet-water bags, outdated drainage infrastructure, and unenforced zoning and wetland-protection laws.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Three people have been confirmed dead and nine others injured in a gunmen attack on Odomi community in Nkwanta South Municipality. The incident occurred on Thursday evening in connection with ongoing conflict in the area, with security agencies and military personnel intensifying patrols to restore calm.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The President of the Oti Regional House of Chiefs has condemned renewed violence in Nkwanta South, including recent killings in Odomi where three deaths and nine injuries were reported, and fatal attacks on a farm at Keri. The House constituted a seven-member committee to investigate but cited lack of funds and limited capacity to respond effectively to the escalating, spreading conflict.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The acting Chief Executive Officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund announced that salary deductions from loan beneficiaries will begin in August as the Fund works to recover outstanding loans. The Fund is also partnering with the Ghana Revenue Authority and other institutions to improve loan collection from beneficiaries outside the public sector payroll system.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A flight carrying 387 Ghanaian pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia landed at Tamale International Airport, where they were welcomed by family members and officials after completing the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah and Madinah.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Meteorological Agency has issued a 24-hour weather forecast warning of possible thunderstorms, cloudy conditions, and reduced visibility across parts of the country, with mist and fog patches likely over mountainous and forest zones during early morning hours. Northern Ghana is expected to remain partly cloudy with stable weather, while temperatures will vary by ecological zone, with coastal areas reaching 21–26°C and northern areas 25–29°C.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
OmniBSIC Bank, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research's Institute of Industrial Research, and Ocean Tribe Foundation have launched a school-based plastic recovery project aimed at advancing Ghana's circular economy. Five senior high schools in Greater Accra were selected for the pilot phase, with recovered plastics to be converted into products such as floor tiles and roofing materials.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Ambassador Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu, leader of the Igbo community in Ghana, has abolished the title "King of the Igbos in Ghana" following a directive from the South East Traditional Rulers Council of Nigeria, adopting instead "Onyendu Ndebo" (leaders of Igbos abroad) to promote unity, peace, and respect for traditional authority.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Heavy rains in Wassa Amenfi District caused the Tano and Samre Rivers to burst their banks, submerging houses, roads, shops, schools, cocoa farms, and other infrastructure throughout Samreboi township. Residents have been displaced and are calling on government for clean water, food, and medical assistance.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
An educationist has raised concerns about increasing indiscipline in some Ghanaian Senior High Schools, attributing the trend to factors including the prohibition of corporal punishment, changing teacher-student relationships, inadequate counseling, and weakened moral guidance. He argues that sustainable discipline requires structured interventions promoting understanding and responsibility rather than fear-based approaches.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ga East Municipal Assembly has carried out emergency grading on the road to Ga East Municipal Hospital as a temporary fix while awaiting a contractor for permanent reconstruction, following years of complaints about poor access for patients and health workers.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Rector of Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences has called on Ghana's technical universities to urgently reform their academic programmes, research priorities and industry partnerships in response to rapid advances in artificial intelligence and related technologies. He warned that institutions relying on traditional teaching models risk losing competitiveness as AI transforms industries and redefines workforce demands globally.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Residents and businesses along the Santasi–Ahenema Kokoben stretch in the Ashanti Region are calling for government intervention as persistent flooding continues to damage property and infrastructure. The recurring floods are driven by heavy stormwater from upstream areas and choked drains caused by waste dumping; a 2022 flood in the area reportedly claimed about five lives.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
An opinion piece argues that Ghana's public transport system is inefficient—with rush-hour trips from the University of Ghana to the Central Business District taking over an hour instead of fifteen minutes—and requires stronger regulation, safer fleets, transparent fares, and disciplined implementation to become reliable and sustainable.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
A reporter recounts choosing to investigate galamsey (illegal mining) after viewing an Anas Aremeyaw Anas exposé in 2011, and describes encounters with armed miners while documenting environmental damage in places like Tarkwa.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Young Academy has welcomed the launch of the Ghana National Research Fund, describing it as a significant step toward strengthening the country's research, innovation and knowledge ecosystem. The Academy called for dedicated and competitive funding pathways for early- and mid-career researchers.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
As football fans gather in bars and viewing centres across Ghana, road safety advocates encourage planning safe journeys home. Research found 92% of Ghanaians use ride-hailing for safer travel, particularly for late-night trips, and 52% believe ride-hailing helps reduce drunk driving after social events.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Eye Project 2026, a humanitarian outreach programme at SDA Valley View Hospital in Oyibi running until 23 June, is providing free eye screening, consultations and cataract and pterygium surgeries to patients who cannot afford treatment. The initiative is organised by SDA Valley View Hospital in partnership with Columbia Union Conference USA, Ghana Adventist Health Services, and SDA Gbawe Hospital, with support from international and local eye specialists.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian-German afropop and afrofusion artiste Giddens is positioning himself as an emerging voice blending African and European musical influences, with his concept-driven debut album FAR TOO MODULAR scheduled for release in August exploring themes of identity fragmentation, diaspora, and adaptation across cultures.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
At a durbar in Toronto, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II called on members of the Ghanaian diaspora to maintain their roots and teach their children the country's language, customs, and values, positioning them as Ghana's greatest ambassadors. He said culture is the foundation of Ghana's global partnerships and opened a cultural village to showcase Ghanaian food, music, textiles, and arts.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Highlife star Kofi Kinaata's patriotic anthem 'Black Stars,' produced by WillisBeatz and released before Ghana's Panama match, has become the unofficial anthem for Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign and the most-used Black Stars track on social media platforms including TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana has secured commitments from several European countries to return looted cultural artefacts as part of reparatory justice efforts, with the Netherlands announcing plans to return 2,000 artefacts and Germany committing to return cultural artefacts in its possession, according to Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Daniel Asomani, who rose from selling kerosene and second-hand clothes to become an author and youth development advocate, launched two books — The Leadership Code and Beyond the Walls of Africa — on June 13, 2026, arguing that leadership is a learnable code rather than a privilege reserved for the few.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England head coach Thomas Tuchel says winger Bukayo Saka is unlikely to start against Ghana, citing an Achilles tendinitis issue that requires managing through the opening stages of the World Cup. Tuchel expects Saka to be ready for the final group game against Panama on 27 June.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Morocco footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape after French prosecutors confirmed the case. A woman accused the Paris St-Germain defender of raping her at his Paris home in 2023 when she was aged 24; Hakimi has denied the allegations and his recent appeal to dismiss the trial was unsuccessful.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Co-hosts Mexico qualified for the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup with a narrow win over South Korea in Guadalajara, with midfielder Luis Romo scoring in the 50th minute. The result confirmed Mexico will advance as Group A winners.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Liverpool have signed Spain winger Victor Munoz from Osasuna for €40m (£34.5m) and offered RB Leipzig a package worth approximately 100m euros (£86m) for Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, though Leipzig want more and prefer not to sell the 19-year-old during the transfer window.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Thomas Tuchel threw the first pitch at Kansas City Royals' stadium as England's squad enjoyed downtime following their 4-2 victory over Croatia. Squad members not used in the match played a separate 5-1 friendly against Sporting KC, with Ivan Toney scoring a hat-trick.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Canada defeated Qatar 6-0 in their first-ever World Cup finals victory, with Jonathan David scoring a hat-trick. However, the win was overshadowed by a serious injury to midfielder Ismael Kone, which left manager Jesse Marsch in tears.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
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 Ghud Park, Accra Mall. The campaign will activate all three of Ghana's group stage matches through high-energy Watch Party experiences for fans.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Nhyiaeso MP Stephen Amoah has called on Ghana's national football team to remain focused and disciplined ahead of their Group-stage match against England on June 23, warning that recent success against Panama should not breed overconfidence. He stressed that players, coaches, management and supporters must maintain consistent effort and commitment to achieve success in the World Cup campaign.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Opoku-Agyemang congratulated Ghana's Black Stars on their opening-match victory over Panama at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Toronto, Canada, saying the win reflects hard work and has inspired hope among Ghanaians. She assured the team of government and national support as they continue in the tournament.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Assin South MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour said Ghana's 1-0 2026 World Cup victory over Panama in Toronto demonstrates that national unity, rather than political division, is key to success. He praised 19-year-old Caleb Yirenkyi for scoring the decisive goal in the 19th minute.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana defeated Panama in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L match in Toronto, securing a late goal through Caleb Yirenkyi to keep alive their hopes of progressing from the group stage. Supporters across the country celebrated the victory as a timely boost for the Black Stars' tournament hopes.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Caleb Yirenkyi scored the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time as Ghana beat Panama 1–0 in their World Cup opener in Toronto. The team has since arrived in Rhode Island to prepare for their next match against England.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Brazil forward Neymar will not travel with the squad for their World Cup group game against Haiti on Friday as he continues to recover from a calf injury, the Brazilian football association said. He will remain in New Jersey to continue his recovery at the team's facilities.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
FIFA introduced mandatory three-minute hydration breaks during World Cup matches in the US and Canada to help players cope with heat and humidity, but fans have booed the innovation at matches including England vs. Croatia in Dallas and Ghana vs. Panama in Toronto, citing disruption to game flow and suspicion of advertising-driven motives.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Harry Kane scored twice as England defeated Croatia 4-2 in a World Cup Group L match, with Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also scoring. The victory came in a heavyweight clash at Dallas Stadium, with Croatia twice drawing level before England pulled away.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi will not travel to Canada for the World Cup match against Germany this weekend because administrative authorisation to enter Canadian territory has not been obtained, the Ivorian Football Federation said. The announcement comes as Wahi is linked to a French investigation into suspected sports corruption and organised fraud, though the FIF has stated it has full confidence in the player.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Mr Agoe Lartey, a former Assistant Headmaster of Tema Senior High School and University of Cape Coast lecturer, has died at age 64. A distinguished educationist and sports administrator, he was widely recognised for his role in promoting inter-school sports festivals in the Greater Accra Region and mentoring young athletes and students.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Real Madrid have signed France defender Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer from Liverpool on a deal until June 2030. The 27-year-old centre back, currently at the World Cup, becomes one of Jose Mourinho's first signings since returning to the club.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Carlos Alberto Parreira, 83, who led Brazil to the 1994 World Cup title, has been hospitalized to fight Hodgkin's lymphoma, which he was diagnosed with in 2023. A close friend said Parreira is experiencing lung problems and is on a ventilator, but remains stable under medical care.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Gary Lineker said Harry Kane is "the greatest English striker we've ever had" after Kane equalled Lineker's World Cup goal record of 10 goals in England's 4-2 victory over Croatia. Kane, 32, now has 81 international goals and leads England's all-time goalscorer list.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Twenty-year-old FC Nordsjelland midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored in the 95th minute to give Ghana a 1-0 win over Panama in their 2026 World Cup opener, breaking Asamoah Gyan's 16-year record for Ghana's latest-ever World Cup goal and becoming the second-youngest Ghanaian to score at a World Cup.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Alexander Isak is following an individual training programme focused on recovery after playing 89 minutes in Sweden's 5-1 win over Tunisia in their 2026 World Cup opener. The striker will spend limited time on the training pitch and the rest in the gym ahead of Saturday's Group F match against the Netherlands.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nice forward Elye Wahi was denied entry to Canada for Ivory Coast's World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday. Wahi was arrested last month over alleged involvement in spot-fixing in Ligue 1, with Ligue de Football confirming unusually high bet volumes on a warning involving the player.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The first week of group matches at the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States featured performances by ten African representatives, with standout moments including Amad Diallo's late winner for Ivory Coast against Ecuador, Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha's draw against Spain, and Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi scoring a 96th-minute winner against Panama.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The USA and Australia will face each other on Friday in Seattle, both seeking to extend their perfect starts in Group D of the 2026 World Cup. The USA won 4-1 against Paraguay in their opener, while Australia produced a surprise 2-0 victory over Turkey.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Scotland, top of Group C after beating Haiti 1-0, play Morocco on Friday in a match where victory would clinch their knockout-round qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Scotland have never reached the knockout round of a major tournament; Morocco won their only previous meeting 3-0 at the 1998 World Cup.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
A 48-team World Cup has brought three stories to the fore: a visa dispute over criminal charges in the UK, a stadium ban linked to unpaid child support, and a record number of women referees officiating matches.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Dean Hayes Memorial International Championship will take place on Saturday, June 20, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, serving as Ghana's final local qualification opportunity for athletes seeking selection for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the World Athletics U20 Championships.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal on Friday, 21 August in the opening match of the 2026-27 Premier League season, marking the Sky Blues' first top-flight match in 25 years.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team defeated Panama 1-0 in their 2026 World Cup Group L opener in Toronto and returned to their training camp in Providence, Rhode Island, to prepare for their upcoming match against England. Forward Antoine Semenyo was named Most Valuable Player in the Panama victory.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
France centre-back Ibrahima Konate is leaving Liverpool on a free transfer and has agreed to join Real Madrid on a four-year contract until June 2030. The 27-year-old made 183 appearances for Liverpool and won the Premier League, FA Cup, and two League Cups before departing.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Antoine Semenyo was named Most Valuable Player as Ghana defeated Panama 1-0 in their opening Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring the decisive goal in the 95th minute.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Nice striker Elye Wahi was denied entry to Canada ahead of Ivory Coast's FIFA World Cup Group G match against Germany on Saturday. The 23-year-old is under investigation in France over allegations of spot-fixing in Ligue 1, with suspicious betting activity on yellow cards during a May match.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The US says Israel and Hezbollah have agreed a ceasefire following intense Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon that killed 47 people, though Israeli forces said they would continue removing immediate threats and rescue officials reported at least 12 strikes in the city of Nabatieh since the ceasefire began.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The US government says it will stop funding programmes to tackle HIV and Aids in South Africa, citing the government's alleged failure to protect the Afrikaner community. The decision comes as relations between the two countries have deteriorated since President Trump's inauguration, with the White House citing South African policies and positions on Israel and Iran as reasons for withholding further aid.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former US President Barack Obama appeared to wipe away tears as his wife Michelle saluted his achievements during the opening of the new Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. The centre, on the South Side in Jackson Park, is a monument to their time in the White House and opened a decade after Obama left office.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A Juneteenth durbar and wreath-laying ceremony was held at Christiansborg Castle in Accra as part of a conference on international efforts towards reparatory justice following Ghana's UN declaration of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade as the gravest crime against humanity.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is making $107 million in emergency funding available to strengthen its response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The outbreak has grown to 875 confirmed cases and 202 deaths, and less than 10% of pledges from international donors have been received so far.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
French President Emmanuel Macron told a UN conference in Accra that reparations for slavery should extend beyond financial compensation to encompass historical truth, education, memorialisation, and restitution of cultural heritage, arguing that justice must address the broader legacy of slavery and colonial exploitation.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has called for decisive and coordinated action to implement the United Nations Resolution on reparations for descendants of enslaved Africans, urging the international community to move beyond statements of intent to practical measures that involve young people, artists, academics, and civil society organizations.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia commended President John Mahama for instrumental leadership in passing a UN resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade and racialised slavery as the "gravest crime against humanity." Speaking at a High-Level Consultative Conference in Accra, Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasised the need for African unity and restorative justice, referencing Namibia's own pursuit of justice regarding the genocide against the Ovaherero and Nama communities.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Rwanda unveiled two monuments at Burma Camp in Accra to mark the 32nd anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi: the Kwibuka Flame of Hope, honouring more than one million victims, and the Ghana Contingent Monument, recognising Ghanaian peacekeepers who served during the crisis.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana had the highest number of Canadian visa refusals for the FIFA World Cup 2026, with 1,423 of its 1,953 applications rejected—a 73 percent refusal rate—ahead of Pakistan, India, Nigeria, and Colombia. Across all nationalities, refusals outpaced approvals among applications marked with the World Cup marker, though Ghana qualified for the tournament and opened its Group L campaign with a 1-0 victory over Panama.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Merck Foundation held the 13th Edition of its Africa Asia Luminary 2026 conference on June 18–19 via videoconference, bringing together 12 First Ladies from African and Asian countries as Guests of Honour and Keynote Speakers to advance healthcare capacity across their regions.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Founder of the Brazil-Ghana Chamber of Commerce has urged young Africans to actively build trust and relationships to strengthen regional economic integration, arguing that frameworks like AfCFTA and Agenda 2063 depend on mutual trust and cooperation across borders, not just policies and infrastructure.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said President Donald Trump "made up" allegations that she begged him for a photograph at the G7 summit in France. The public disagreement has prompted Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to cancel a planned trip to the US, and marks a deterioration in the earlier close relationship between the two leaders.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Department of State plans a pilot program allowing B-1/B-2 visitor visa applicants to pay an additional $750 fee for a faster interview appointment within 10 business days at select embassies and consulates. The optional fee would be added to the standard $185 visa application fee, with the pilot running from July 1 through December 31, 2026; expediting interviews does not affect eligibility requirements or approval odds.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Australian authorities charged three people after detecting 320 kilograms of methamphetamine worth an estimated A$296 million concealed in two shipping containers arriving from Ghana that were declared as charcoal. The drugs were discovered during routine screening at Port Botany in Sydney in April 2026, with preliminary testing and forensic analysis confirming the substance's identity.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Australian Border Force intercepted a 320-kilogram methamphetamine shipment concealed in containers from Ghana at Sydney's Port Botany in April 2026, with an estimated street value of AU$296 million. Three people have been charged, including a UK woman arrested after she supervised unloading of the drugs at a storage facility.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
An opinion piece argues that the Ghana Education Service should stop using outdated paper-based administrative processes and instead fully activate GESIMS, the digital information management system launched in 2024, to eliminate unnecessary manual document submissions for teachers and administrators.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that loyalty to a political party is not determined by years of membership, but by one's actions during the party's strongest and weakest moments, using the NPP's history and former President Kufuor's leadership as examples.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece reflects on ex-Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's successful legal challenge to US immigration charges, noting that while he has achieved judicial success with counsel Minka-Premo, his case carries broader political, moral, and sociological implications beyond the courtroom.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
An editorial warns that rising digital fraud—including phishing, SIM-swap, account takeovers, and social engineering—is eroding public confidence in Ghana's financial system. Ghana lost more than GH¢19 million to cybercrime between January and September 2025, a 17 per cent increase over the same period in 2024, with 2,008 cyber incidents recorded, a 52 per cent increase.
19 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
An opinion essay defines feminism as the belief that women deserve the same rights, dignity, and opportunities as men, and clarifies that patriarchy is not a personal club belonging to individual men but a broader system. The author argues that feminism requires no rejection of marriage, motherhood, or traditional roles—only the conviction that a woman's worth is not negotiable and her rights should not depend on male approval.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
An opinion piece argues that while culture and tradition deserve respect, they must adapt to contemporary realities rather than impede development; the author cites rejection of a waterfall-access project on traditional grounds as an example of how selective application of tradition prevents economic opportunity.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt called for global reparatory justice, arguing that reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism should be treated as political, legal and historical necessity rather than charity. He stated that reparations must extend beyond apologies and financial compensation to include restitution, rehabilitation, institutional reforms, cultural restoration and educational correction.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt has called French President Emmanuel Macron's participation in the High-Level Consultative Conference on reparations in Accra "totally unacceptable," arguing that the forum should prioritize securing justice for Africans and people of African descent who suffered from slavery and colonial exploitation, rather than serving as a platform for hollow expressions of sympathy from historically complicit countries and institutions.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
An opinion piece argues that Ghana should criminalize sexual relationships between teachers and students, noting that such conduct violates professional ethics, abuses power, and causes lasting harm. The author cites reports of such incidents across schools and tertiary institutions, including a recent case at Bole Senior High School in the Savana Region, and contends that administrative discipline alone is insufficient.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
An opinion piece argues that organizational strategy often fails not at the planning stage but in communication: only 28 percent of employees can name their organization's top three strategic priorities, and leaders must make the corporate vision "audible" to all staff, not just boardroom participants.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →