The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has directed Ghana Digital Centres Limited to immediately reverse a circular suspending all staff employment contracts, calling the directive unacceptable. The suspension had been attributed to damage from June 29 floods, and the Ministry expressed solidarity with staff affected by the disaster.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has directed Ghana Digital Centres Limited to immediately reverse a circular suspending all staff employment contracts, calling the directive unacceptable. The suspension had been attributed to damage from June 29 floods, and the Ministry expressed solidarity with staff affected by the disaster.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has endorsed Awentami Paul Afoko's bid for the National Chairmanship of the New Patriotic Party, describing him as an experienced leader capable of repositioning the party and leading it back to power. Amin Adam said leadership choices should be based on competence and that his confidence in Afoko stems from their previous working relationship and first-hand knowledge of his leadership and organisational abilities.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Audit Service disclosed that it awarded 10 outsourced audit contracts to TRC Consult between January 2025 and the present through single-source procurement approved by the Public Procurement Authority. The contracts, covering audits of public institutions including GIDA, MIIF, the Ghana Tourism Authority, and the University of Ghana's WACCBIP project, had fees ranging from GH¢32,750 to GH¢291,000.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Parliament's Minority says it will support the government's GH¢300 million emergency assistance for flood victims, but demands strict parliamentary scrutiny to ensure transparency and accountability. The Minority Leader noted that while relief is necessary, it cannot replace long-term flood control measures, and urged government to move beyond sympathy to prevent future disasters.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The World Bank has downgraded the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project to "Moderately Unsatisfactory" performance, citing fiscal controls introduced by the Ministry of Finance in 2025 as the primary cause of implementation delays. The $350 million project aims to tackle chronic flooding in Accra through improved drainage infrastructure, solid waste management, and urban resilience measures.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Secretary-General of International IDEA has praised Ghanaian financial expert Isaac Adjin Bonney for six years of service as a member and Chair of the Institute's Finance and Audit Committee, crediting his leadership with strengthening the organisation's financial oversight and governance during a period of significant geopolitical and financial challenges.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ranking Member on Parliament's Select Committee on Local Government and Decentralisation raised concerns over delays in completing major flood control projects initiated under the previous administration, warning that delays could leave thousands vulnerable to recurring floods. He noted that between 2018 and 2024, approximately GH¢540 million was committed under the National Flood Control Programme, and US$350 million was secured from the World Bank under the GARID Project for flood resilience and drainage improvements in Accra.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Francis Asenso-Boakye, Ranking Member on Parliament's Select Committee on Local Government and Decentralisation, has called on government to declare a National Flood Emergency Preparedness Exercise in response to devastating floods across the country, describing the situation as a national emergency requiring urgent and coordinated intervention.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP presidential aspirant Dr Mahamudu Bawumia expressed sympathy to people affected by recent floods and appealed to Ghanaians to cooperate with government agencies responding to the disaster, urging citizens to comply with government directives and support emergency services in reaching affected communities.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
President John Mahama has urged Ghanaians to reject corruption, cynicism and division, and to embrace integrity, national unity and service as the foundation for building a better country. Speaking at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, he said Ghana's future depends on economic progress guided by values such as honesty, accountability, patriotism, compassion and discipline.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has cautioned that Ghana's economic recovery will not be sustainable unless underpinned by integrity, discipline and strong moral values. He stated that "economic transformation without moral transformation cannot endure" and urged Ghanaians to recommit themselves to honesty, accountability, patriotism, compassion and respect for one another.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Ekua Amoakoh, a medical doctor in Ghana's political communications space, has been selected for the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), a U.S. State Department initiative that brings emerging leaders from government, media, business, and civil society together to build international relationships and shape future influence. The program, running since the 1940s, has previously hosted figures including former Ghanaian President John Agyekum Kufuor, UK Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Margaret Thatcher, and Nobel laureates.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sammi Awuku has criticised latest increases in electricity and water tariffs, arguing the decision will further burden Ghanaians already facing rising cost of living, flooding and power outages. He describes this as the fifth utility tariff increase since the NDC assumed office 18 months ago.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has endorsed former NPP National Chairman Paul Afoko to lead the party's reorganisation ahead of internal elections, citing his competence and leadership qualities as essential for the opposition party to reclaim power.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament has ratified bilateral air services agreements between Ghana and six countries — Benin, Saudi Arabia, Mauritius, Guyana, Luxembourg, and Qatar — signed between 2018 and 2023, to strengthen international air connectivity and enable direct flight connections for passengers and cargo services.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Manhyia South MP has defended former Vice President Bawumia's call for a state of emergency over recent floods, arguing the disaster's scale is unprecedented in recent years and deserves serious consideration. The MP contended that the current flooding is unlike anything Ghana has experienced in the last eight years.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ranking Member Kojo Oppong Nkrumah argues that a World Bank report on the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project confirms NPP-era GARID funds remain intact and contradicts NDC claims of misapplication. He attributes the project's implementation delays to fiscal restrictions introduced by the current government rather than financial mismanagement.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An EOCO investigator testified in the Accra High Court that former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu Boahene's claim that GH¢49.1 million meant for cybersecurity software was spent on special operations lacked investigation support and was an afterthought. The witness alleged the funds were diverted through private accounts and withdrawn by individuals on Adu Boahene's instructions, with nearly all exhausted by August 2020.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe says the Ministry of Transport is preparing an official response to the opposition New Patriotic Party's concerns about the government's acquisition of two refurbished diesel locomotives and 20 freight wagons.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Centre for International Maritime Affairs, Ghana (CIMAG) has commended Parliament and the Government for passing the Maritime and Other Offences Act, which aligns Ghana's maritime laws with international standards under UNCLOS and is expected to enhance the country's capacity to combat maritime crime and improve security in its territorial waters.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Six NPP members from Nandom Constituency have accused the party's Appeals Committee of breaching due process by denying them access to appeal documents needed to present their case, saying the committee invited them to appear in Wa without first serving them the appellant's notice of appeal and other relevant documents.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama told young Ghanaians to reject shortcuts to success, live with integrity, avoid drugs, and see themselves as active contributors to Ghana's development today, not just future leaders. He also said nation-building is a shared responsibility requiring individual acts of honesty, kindness, and service from all Ghanaians.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Parliament has passed the Maritime and Anti-Piracy Bill, establishing a legal framework to prosecute crimes committed in territorial waters, including piracy, armed robbery, and hijacking. The legislation follows an attack on 71 fishermen in the Central Region and addresses growing maritime threats in the Gulf of Guinea.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama said Ghana's transformation cannot rely on policies and infrastructure alone, stressing that everyday choices and behaviour of millions of Ghanaians are equally critical to national progress. He argued that sustainable development requires a shared sense of responsibility, discipline and integrity among citizens in their daily lives.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving at the State House in Accra, President Mahama called on Ghanaians to remain united, grateful and prayerful despite recent floods that claimed lives and destroyed property in parts of Accra, emphasizing that faith is one of the country's strongest pillars.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Bar Association's president has called for the Judiciary to be insulated from political interference to deliver justice effectively, and urged the country to formulate clear guidelines for the removal of Superior Court judges, citing concerns about the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's government will not hold major renegotiations on public sector conditions of service in 2026, Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang announced at the Annual National Labour Conference in Ho. Instead, government will implement targeted and modest adjustments to selected allowances while completing work on a comprehensive compensation framework and establishing an Independent Emolument Commission to stabilize remuneration.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has rejected claims that funds from the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project were misapplied by the previous NPP administration, saying the World Bank's findings do not support the allegation. The Finance Minister had previously alleged that about US$65 million intended for flood mitigation was diverted to finance COVID-19 expenditure.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Religious leaders, security commanders, and government officials gathered in the Upper West Region to observe the second National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving under the theme "Resetting Our Values to Build the Ghana We Want," with the Regional Minister calling for reversal of moral decline driven by corruption, indiscipline, and social divisions.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission for Civic Education has dismissed reports that a non-release of its 2026 budget allocation of GH¢144,580,479 has created a funding crisis, calling the claims misleading. The Commission states it continues to operate and conduct civic education activities nationwide, though within longstanding financial constraints.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Security consultant Prof. Kwesi Aning has warned that Ghana must address deeper political, economic and social vulnerabilities — including youth unemployment, weak governance and illicit financial flows — rather than treating Sahel violence as merely a spillover threat. He cautioned that security risks extend beyond northern borders and can emerge from internal conditions that extremist networks exploit.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia, speaking in Russia, argued that political independence alone is insufficient for African sovereignty and called for fundamental restructuring of the global economic order, citing former President Kwame Nkrumah's principle that political independence is meaningless without economic independence.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief of Defence Staff has warned that violent extremist groups from the Sahel region have penetrated the northern belt of neighbouring countries and are probing further south toward Ghana, with some Ghanaian citizens already killed in attacks including traders in Titao. He also highlighted growing maritime insecurity in the Gulf of Guinea linked to transnational organised crime.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, MP for Manhyia South, defended the NPP's flood management record, saying the party initiated the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) programme and secured funding for it before leaving office. He contended the programme has stalled since the change in government and argued that governments should receive credit for initiatives undertaken.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sagnarigu MP Atta Issah defended the government's handling of the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project, attributing implementation delays to fiscal constraints and expenditure controls imposed across government sectors rather than project abandonment. He argued that the slowdown reflects broader efforts to restore fiscal discipline and stabilise the economy, not a lack of commitment to the World Bank-funded programme.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament's Minority Women's Caucus has condemned a violent attack on former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo during a family event in Kwabenya, calling for a full police investigation and accountability for those responsible.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority Women's Caucus in Parliament has condemned a violent attack on former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo and is calling for a thorough police investigation. The attack, which allegedly involved firearms and intimidation during a family event in Kwabenya over the weekend, has prompted the Caucus to express solidarity with Safo and demand that those responsible face the full rigours of the law.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Google has exceeded its five-year $1 billion Africa investment target and announced new initiatives including an AI lab in Ghana, a connectivity hub in South Africa's Eastern Cape, and a partnership with Idris Elba's Akuna Group to train creators in AI-driven storytelling.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Absa Bank Ghana has begun operating from its new head office, named Absa Place, at 64 Independence Avenue, Ridge, Accra, relocating from its longstanding High Street location where it had operated for over a century. The new purpose-built headquarters is designed to support future growth and enhance service delivery, though it has not yet been officially commissioned.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The US Department of Commerce has lifted restrictions on Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI tools, which were suspended in June over national security concerns. Anthropic agreed to detect security risks, collaborate on future model releases, and alert the government of malicious activity.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's GANRAP gold-reserves policy is a step toward national resilience, but the country needs a comprehensive National Strategic Reserve Framework covering food, energy, and critical supplies to protect against global shocks like war, pandemics, and climate disruption.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Missouri state court scheduled an August 19 hearing to review Bayer's $7.25 billion proposed settlement of lawsuits alleging its weedkiller Roundup causes cancer. The hearing was delayed from early July after a dispute over whether the settlement should be reviewed in federal or state court, though a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that scaled back failure-to-warn claims may affect the litigation landscape.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The state-owned Tema Oil Refinery has completed audited financial statements for 2019–2024 and 2025, clearing a six-year backlog and submitting seven audited reports to the State Interests and Governance Authority by May 2026. Managing Director Edmond Kombat said the refinery had not produced audited financial statements for six consecutive years when he took office, and restoring this capability was essential for credibility, investment, and sound management decisions.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Offinso Community Bank Plc recorded strong financial growth in 2025, with profit before tax rising 83.85 percent to GH¢6.53 million and shareholders' funds surging 287.47 percent to GH¢6.46 million. The board chairman attributed the performance to prudent management, customer confidence, and expanded lending to productive sectors, while customer deposits grew 21.99 percent to GH¢80.06 million.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Stanbic Bank Ghana has launched a tree-planting initiative to reduce carbon emissions and support climate resilience, with staff planting over 10,000 trees across three locations as part of a broader target to plant 50,000 trees this year and one million long-term.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Senior leadership of Telecel Group met with President John Dramani Mahama to reaffirm their long-term commitment to Ghana's digital infrastructure and telecommunications sector, with 2026 marked as a year of significant network expansion alongside investments in digital education and healthcare initiatives.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Oil Marketing Companies have begun reducing fuel prices following industry projections and NPA price floor announcements. GOIL has cut petrol from GH¢13.87 to GH¢12.79 per litre and diesel from GH¢15.95 to GH¢15.35 per litre, with other major players expected to follow.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
National Investment Bank reported Profit After Tax of GH¢34.3 million in the first quarter and net interest income of GH¢151 million, citing evidence of a self-sustaining recovery as it continues its turnaround strategy. Customer deposits increased by 9.4% to GH¢11.6 billion, while the bank focuses on reducing non-performing loans and maintaining regulatory compliance.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Association of Ghana Industries has called for the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission to suspend a 3.5% electricity tariff adjustment, arguing that falling global oil prices could soon reduce pressure on generation costs and that the timing risks amplifying production costs for manufacturers.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump reported more than $1bn in cryptocurrency income for 2025, including $635m in royalties from a Trump meme coin and over $500m from World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm founded by his sons. The White House denied any conflict of interest.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Association of Ghana Industries has questioned the timing of a 3.5% electricity tariff increase, arguing that while the nominal rise appears modest, cascading effects through production chains could push manufacturers' total costs up by five to ten percent.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Association of Ghana Industries has questioned the timing of the latest electricity tariff adjustment, arguing the increase comes as key economic indicators improve and global fuel prices ease. AGI's Economic Affairs Committee chairman warned that manufacturers could experience cost increases of 5–10% across the production chain, despite the headline tariff adjustment being just over 3%.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Vice President of the Ghana Union of Traders Association has faulted the process of the recent utility tariff increase announcement, saying government and regulators failed to engage key stakeholders before the decision. He argued that the stated justifications for the increases do not reflect current economic conditions, which show signs of stability and improvement.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Union of Traders Association has slammed the announced utility tariff adjustment, saying the business community was not engaged beforehand and learned of the decision only through public announcements. GUTA's Vice President argued that stakeholder participation is essential for good governance and questioned the rationale for the increase, noting that macroeconomic indicators cited by authorities are moving in a positive direction.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Union of Traders' Associations vice president Joseph Paddy has challenged the latest utility tariff increase, arguing that improving macroeconomic conditions—including cedi stability—should have resulted in lower rather than higher charges. Paddy criticised the lack of stakeholder consultation before the announcement and contended that the regulatory reasons cited actually point toward lower tariffs.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Union of Traders' Associations has challenged the latest utility tariff increases, arguing that key economic indicators cited to justify the decision—including cedi stability and fluctuation—have moved in a positive direction and should have supported a reduction instead. GUTA Vice President Joseph Paddy also criticized the lack of stakeholder consultation before the announcement.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has launched a national Sustainable Finance Roadmap to coordinate financial sector regulation, strengthen resilience to climate-related risks, and attract global capital for climate and sustainable development projects. Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama stated that sustainable finance is central to financial stability and long-term investment, as climate change poses direct financial risks to asset values, lending and the broader financial system.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's net payments for services increased to US$4.58 billion in 2025 from US$2.23 billion in 2024, driven by higher freight, insurance, trade-related, financial and travel service payments, according to the Bank of Ghana Annual Report. The country recorded a combined current and capital account surplus of US$9.55 billion, positioning it in a net lending position with the rest of the world.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's June 2026 inflation report shows ginger surging 102.5% year-on-year, followed by shrimps at 90.8% and mangoes at 87.2%, while kontomire, garden eggs, and maize recorded significant price declines. Transport fares, rents, and food items were the main drivers of inflation pressures.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana's share of domestic debt holdings decreased to 17.5% at end-December 2025 from 18.9% a year earlier, while domestic money banks' holdings increased to 25.1% and SSNIT holdings rose to 1.9%. The domestic debt stock reached GH¢333.76 billion (23.3% of GDP) in December 2025, up from GH¢309.84 billion (26.2% of GDP) the previous year, with external debt standing at US$29.40 billion (21.4% of GDP).
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Enterprise Group PLC's chief executive projects strong 2026 performance, citing improving macroeconomic conditions, easing inflation, and economic recovery as key drivers. The Group aims to double revenues and profits by 2027 through investments in people, digital transformation, and sustainability.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's year-on-year inflation rate rose to 5.3% in June 2026, up from 3.7% in May, with non-food prices the main driver. The rate remains significantly lower than 13.7% a year earlier, indicating easing price pressures.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Financial professionals from Ghana, Nigeria and beyond completed a five-day training tour in Kuala Lumpur on non-interest banking, Islamic capital markets, and Takaful insurance. The programme, organised by the Islamic Finance Research Institute of Ghana in collaboration with Malaysia's International Islamic University, aimed to equip participants with knowledge to reshape Ghana's financial landscape using Malaysia's dual-banking system as a model.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Awentami Paul Afoko has called for an international airport in the Upper East Region to unlock the area's agricultural and export potential. He highlighted the need for investment in irrigation, commercial farming, cold-chain facilities, and standardized production systems to enable year-round supply of products like vegetables, fruits, shea butter, and textiles to international markets.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson P. Asiama says strengthening domestic debt markets is reducing foreign exchange vulnerability but risks concentrating debt within national banking systems. He urges the next phase of reforms to build deeper, longer-dated, and more diversified domestic debt markets while avoiding crowding out private sector credit.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Stablecoins are digital assets linked to major currencies like the US dollar, designed to avoid the extreme price volatility of most cryptocurrencies. Across Ghana and Africa, stablecoins are being discussed not merely as technology but as a solution for dollar access, currency volatility, cross-border payments, remittances, and trade settlement.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The TDC Ghana Managing Director says the Tema Integrated Industrial Park, an 83.13-hectare facility developed by TDC Ghana Limited, GIADEC, and ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms, will accelerate value addition and attract investment to strengthen Ghana's manufacturing sector and position the country as an industrial hub under the AfCFTA.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 ShEquity Climate-smart SME Showcase and Pitch Finale, held in Accra, brought together promising climate-focused small and medium-sized enterprises to showcase innovative solutions and prepare for international carbon markets. The six-month capacity-building programme, funded by GIZ, culminated in grants of €25,000 each to the two top-performing businesses to support carbon certification preparations.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian renewable energy company Dyson Energy secured a €25,000 ShEquity grant at the 2026 ShEquity Climate-smart SME Showcase and Pitch Finale, held in Accra, to support its carbon certification process and train women as solar engineers.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Business leaders at the Ghana Business League Awards have called on government to reduce the tax burden on private enterprises, arguing that high taxes limit expansion, innovation, and job creation despite improvements in the macroeconomic environment.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has endorsed One Vecta Africa AI Week 2026, a five-day forum to be held in Accra from September 5–9, 2026, designed to bring governments, technology companies, investors and industry leaders together to accelerate practical AI adoption and implementation across Africa.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana reported that liquidity in the banking sector improved in 2025, with liquid assets to total deposits rising to 96.3% from 92.5% year-over-year, and the Capital Adequacy Ratio strengthening to 17.5% from 14.0%. Despite improvements in non-performing loan ratios and overall asset quality, the central bank expressed concern about elevated credit risks in the industry.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Traders at Takoradi's temporary market have vowed to stop paying tolls to the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis Assembly from July 1, 2026, citing the assembly's failure to complete a €48 million market redevelopment project that has been delayed since 2021. The traders were relocated to the temporary market five years ago with assurances the project would take two years, but it remains incomplete.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Motorists can expect lower fuel prices from July 1, 2026 following a 19.69% drop in global crude oil prices to $78.16 per barrel and a 3.14% appreciation of the cedi. The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers projects petrol to average GH¢13.36 per litre (down from GH¢14.24), diesel to drop to GH¢14.10 per litre (from GH¢16.26), and LPG to fall to GH¢10.05 per kilogram.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Following its acquisition by Saudi Arabia's SALIC in April 2026, Olam Agri published its inaugural Annual Report, reporting record sales volumes and increased revenues in 2025. The company outlined a sustainability strategy focused on climate, nature and livelihoods as it pursues growth in global food and agriculture markets.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Coronation Insurance Ghana and MTN Mobile Money have launched the Smart SME Plan, a fully digital Business Protection Insurance product designed to provide affordable risk mitigation for small and medium-sized enterprises. The initiative aims to reduce barriers such as complex paperwork and high costs that have historically limited insurance access for Ghana's informal sector.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's Ministry of Finance has applied to the Bank of Ghana for a licence to establish a Women's Development Bank as part of a financial inclusion initiative. The move has reopened debate over whether a new bank is needed, though proponents see it as addressing women entrepreneurs' limited access to finance.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghanaian audio brand Lynx Electronics has opened pre-orders for the Lynx Octave, a portable Bluetooth speaker set to release on July 25, 2026. The device is designed for shared listening experiences and marks the second product in the company's portfolio.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The World Bank has warned that solvent governments may default if they lack liquidity to repay loan interest and refinance maturing obligations, particularly during unfavorable global financial conditions. The bank notes that liquidity and rollover risks make interest rates more sensitive to debt levels, while higher inflation, weaker governance, and larger shares of short-term debt increase debt sensitivity.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Oil prices declined more than 1% on Wednesday to their lowest levels since March, with Brent crude settling at $71.57 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate at $68.58, as optimism over U.S.-Iran negotiations in Qatar eased supply concerns following President Trump's statement that talks had gone well.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's energy minister John Abdulai Jinapor disclosed that his ministry is in discussions with the Finance Ministry to commission a comprehensive audit of state energy sector agencies' balance sheets to identify and remove government-related debt that constrains their access to commercial financing. TOR's Board Chairman stated the company inherited approximately US$517 million in legacy debt when the current board was inaugurated in July 2025.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Large tracts of land behind the abandoned Agenda 111 hospital project at Adansi Asokwa in the Ashanti Region have been excavated by illegal miners in search of gold, with at least three excavators and mechanised equipment actively operating just 500 metres from the district assembly and police headquarters.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
China's State Council released a National Human Rights Action Plan (2026–2030) and the China Chamber of Commerce of Metals, Minerals and Chemicals Importers and Exporters launched a Sustainable Mining Code consultation, signaling a shift in Beijing's governance of overseas mining investments as Africa holds approximately 30 percent of the world's critical mineral reserves.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
WAMPEX 2026, held in Accra from June 2–4, assessed opportunities and challenges for Ghana's mining sector. Industry leaders emphasized that long-term competitiveness depends on future project preparation, financing, policy predictability, energy reliability, and exploration—the foundation for economically viable mineral discoveries.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's Gold Board has introduced a new gold pricing framework based on the London Bullion Market Association benchmark, publishing two official purchase prices daily to align domestic pricing with international market standards. The system applies immediately to licensed gold buyers, miners, and trading sector stakeholders.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vivo Energy has completed its acquisition of TotalEnergies Marketing Jordan, gaining 100 percent ownership of about 180 service stations and commercial fuels and lubricants operations. The company will transition the network to its Engen retail fuel brand over the coming months, marking Vivo Energy's expansion beyond Africa into Jordan and bringing its total to about 4,200 service stations across 29 markets.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire produce most of the world's cocoa, but much of the value generated by the beans is created elsewhere, as illustrated by the example of Hershey, which has built a global chocolate empire and tourism destination partly on cocoa from West African farms where growers receive only a small fraction of the economic value.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Cocoa farmers in the Ahafo Region have condemned ongoing cross-border smuggling of cocoa beans as a crisis threatening their livelihoods and Ghana's economy. The union president called for immediate state interventions to block smuggling channels and warned that blending inferior foreign beans with authentic Ghanaian produce will damage Ghana's reputation as a premium cocoa producer.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
International visits to a Tadzevu-based agribusiness greenhouse facility in Dawhenya suggest Ghana could export agricultural knowledge and expertise alongside produce, with the facility attracting government officials, investors, and delegations from other African nations seeking practical lessons in modern farming systems.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
An opinion piece argues that Ghanaian farmers traditionally relied on subsistence practices and experience-based decision-making rather than structured financial planning, and that proper accounting and business management are now essential as agriculture transforms into a commercially driven sector.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
International interest in a greenhouse facility in Dawhenya is drawing attention to Ghana's opportunity to export agricultural expertise alongside produce. Maphlix Trust Ghana Limited, operating across farming, aggregation, processing and exports, has transformed the facility since 2025 into a centre for agricultural production, skills development and knowledge exchange, attracting visits from agribusiness executives, government officials, development agencies and delegations including from Liberia.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Anti-Illegal Mining Task Force impounded two excavators and a pickup truck following a raid on an alleged illegal mining site near Adansi Asokwa Hospital in the Ashanti Region after authorities received reports of illegal mining activities. Suspects fled upon learning authorities had been alerted, and investigations are ongoing to identify those responsible.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ugandan health authorities have confirmed an isolated case of Marburg virus disease, a highly infectious hemorrhagic fever, detected in a 1-1/2-year-old child who died in Kyegegwa district. No contacts of the case have developed symptoms, and there is currently no active case in Uganda, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A truck loaded with fish suffered brake failure and ran into pedestrians at Kokobim in Winneba, killing one person. The driver lost control of the vehicle and the victim was run over; the driver has been taken into police custody as investigations begin.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Upper East Regional Police Command arrested three suspects in Bolgatanga over allegations of human trafficking that lured young women from Nigeria under false promises of opportunities in the Ghanaian movie industry and forced them into prostitution at Gbane in Talensi District. Police rescued four young women aged 18–20 during the operation, and investigations revealed victims were compelled to pay daily sums and pressured to sell newborns.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust, in collaboration with the National Pensioners Association, honoured Ima Zenabu Dagomba on her 100th birthday in Wa, recognising her as Ghana's oldest female pensioner with over three decades in secure retirement. The occasion included presentation of gifts and announcements of new SSNIT initiatives to improve welfare for contributors and pensioners.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Zonta Club of Accra Metropolitan held an installation ceremony to introduce its new officers for the 2026–2028 biennium, with newly installed President Z. Adodo A. Adih-Nuviadenu pledging collaborative leadership to strengthen the club's impact on women and girls.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
A downpour on June 29, 2026 left 12 people dead, affected 38,802 individuals, and displaced 7,761 households across 18 metropolitan assemblies in Accra, according to the Interior Minister. The rainfall measured 169 millimetres, the fourth highest daily rainfall recorded since 1995.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Health experts and nutrition advocates have called on Ghana's media to promote mandatory Front-of-Pack Warning Labels on processed foods, citing growing prevalence of ultra-processed food consumption linked to rising rates of Type 2 diabetes and hypertension in children as young as 12. The proposed labels would warn consumers of products exceeding safe thresholds for fat, salt, and sugar.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Dramani Mahama and the Narcotics Control Commission urged Ghana's youth to abstain from drugs at the 2026 World Drug Day commemoration in Accra, saying drug abuse would ruin their lives and families.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Residents of Samreboi in the Western Region have begun returning to their homes as floodwaters that displaced thousands and affected nearly 2,500 people recede, though NADMO has cautioned against rushing back until comprehensive safety assessments are completed.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Prisons Service has launched a Medicine and Equipment Bank in Kumasi to improve healthcare delivery in correctional facilities. The Director-General said the initiative addresses healthcare gaps in prisons and that inmate welfare is a shared societal responsibility.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Telecel Ghana has donated newborn medical equipment including phototherapy units and radiant warmers to Kumasi South Hospital and signed a two-year agreement to adopt and upgrade the hospital's Mother and Baby Unit.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Following devastating floods in Accra and other parts of Ghana, Ranking Member Francis Asenso-Boakye urged parliamentary unity in addressing the recurring flooding crisis and warned against politicising the disaster. He expressed condolences to those affected and noted that causes of flooding—including inadequate drainage infrastructure, weak enforcement of planning regulations, and poor waste management—are well known and multifaceted.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ashanti Regional Police Command arrested six suspects on June 29 during an intelligence-led operation at Airport Roundabout in Kumasi for allegedly dealing in unregistered pharmaceutical products. Officers recovered 17 fertiliser sacks of tablets, including Dyclosa 50mg and Royal Chest and Lungs products, from a truck; the suspects are in custody and the items will be examined by the Food and Drugs Authority.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Navy, along with national security and emergency response agencies, conducted large-scale rescue and relief operations in Sogakope and Dabala following severe flooding on June 29 that displaced residents and submerged homes. The Navy's Special Boat Squadron used specialized equipment to reach communities cut off by floodwaters and evacuate stranded individuals to secure locations.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Union of Ghana Students President writes that despite GH¢5.8 billion committed to sanitation and flood interventions over several years, Accra continues to suffer perennial flooding caused by poor planning, weak law enforcement, corruption, and failed leadership.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost has urged Ghanaian churches to refocus on nurturing moral and spiritual values and raising responsible citizens rather than emphasizing miracles and supernatural manifestations. He argued that Ghana's development requires a morally upright citizenry alongside policy reforms.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An unidentified body was retrieved in Alogboshie on Wednesday, July 1, as floodwaters receded following heavy rains and severe flooding across Accra on Monday. The death brings the confirmed toll from the floods to 12 deaths reported by the Ghana National Fire Service.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost has called for the introduction of compulsory anti-corruption education across all levels of Ghana's education system, arguing that embedding ethics studies from primary school through university would help instil integrity and accountability in future generations and transform attitudes in Ghana's long-term fight against corruption.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
More than 500 residents of Oforikrom in the Ashanti Region benefited from a free ear and dental health screening organised by Joshua Generation Legacy USA and Global Commission UK in collaboration with Living Water Assemblies of God Ghana. The one-day medical outreach provided screening, education on oral hygiene, and referrals for those diagnosed with conditions.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana risks a nationwide shortage of HIV testing kits—both oral and blood-based—by the end of July, which could disrupt early diagnosis and treatment programmes. The Ghana HIV and AIDS Network warns that without urgent intervention, the shortage could delay diagnosis, restrict access to antiretroviral therapy, and jeopardise progress toward global UNAIDS targets.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A diesel tanker caught fire at Asutuare Junction in the Eastern Region on Sunday, June 28, killing the driver and injuring his mate. Emergency responders from four fire stations controlled the blaze by 06:03 am and extinguished it by 06:30 am, though the tanker and its cargo were destroyed.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Two police officers are under investigation for potential gross misconduct following the death of Henry Nowak, 18, who was handcuffed and arrested as he lay dying after being fatally stabbed by Vickrum Digwa in December 2025. The Independent Office for Police Conduct said evidence suggested the officers may have breached professional standards by failing to recognise he needed urgent medical help and choosing to arrest and handcuff him rather than provide first aid.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Apostle Eric Kwabena Nyamekye, chairman of the Church of Pentecost, has questioned why corruption persists in Ghana despite the country's Christian identity, calling for national moral renewal and a change in personal conduct and collective values to address the challenge.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Focus on Sickle Cell Foundation has reported a sharp rise in distress calls and requests for assistance from sickle cell patients, attributing the increase to the rainy season and cold weather triggering painful crises, infections, and life-threatening complications. The Foundation called on the Government, Ministry of Health, NHIA, healthcare providers, and the public to strengthen support and improve access to quality healthcare and essential medicines.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A royal perspective argues that recurring flooding in Accra is not caused by abnormal rainfall but by human actions including institutional decay and mismanagement of urban planning, despite climate change being an undeniable global factor.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Flooding on June 29, 2026 submerged East Legon, Dzorwulu, Airport Residential Area, and Tse Addo in Accra, demonstrating that expensive locations do not guarantee safety from climate change, rapid urbanisation, and weak planning enforcement. The disaster highlights flooding as a major real estate risk in Ghana beyond low-income communities.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dance and creative expression are being integrated into rehabilitation programmes at Ghana's correctional centres alongside traditional vocational and educational pathways. Prison officers, dancers and mental health advocates argue that creative arts help address the emotional trauma and psychological needs of incarcerated young people beyond what classroom instruction alone can achieve.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
More than 6,000 applicants for Ghana's security services tested positive for illicit drugs in mandatory screening—representing about seven per cent of candidates for the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service and Ghana Ambulance Service. The Narcotics Control Commission Director-General said the result underscores the need for preventive interventions against substance abuse among youth.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Ghanaian national extradited to the United States has admitted his involvement in a romance and inheritance fraud conspiracy targeting elderly victims in Arizona and other parts of the United States from 2013 through March 2023, and agreed to pay approximately $4.4 million in restitution representing victims' financial losses.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana National Fire Service extinguished a diesel tanker fire at Asutuare Junction in the Eastern Region on June 28, 2026, after deploying four fire pumps. One person believed to be the driver was found burnt to death, while the driver's mate was rescued and hospitalised.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Following recent floods in parts of Accra including Circle VIP, Neoplan Station, and Achimota-Aloboshie, Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has visited affected areas and tasked the Ghana Health Service to ramp up disease surveillance, risk communication, and community health actions. The Ministry has held a multi-agency meeting and is calling on MMDAs, health officials, and residents to enforce environmental sanitation and hygiene standards to prevent disease outbreaks and public health risks.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana National Fire Service confirmed that at least 12 people have died and nearly 500 others have been rescued following extensive flooding in Greater Accra Region after Monday's heavy rains. Despite approximately US$990 million in multilateral financing for flood resilience and water infrastructure between 2000 and 2024, Ghana continues to suffer devastating floods.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
A day of heavy rainfall brought transport, businesses and economic activity to a standstill across Accra, with roads submerged, homes and shops flooded, vehicles abandoned, and reportedly lives lost. The author questions why the capital remains unprepared for rains it knows will come.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Recent flooding in major Ghanaian cities has exposed cracks in sanitation and waste management systems, with gutters choked with plastic and rivers unable to contain heavy rains. The article argues that the cancellation of the YEA-Zoomlion sanitation contract in 2025, following longstanding investigative criticism, may have significantly contributed to the current sanitation crisis.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The body of a teenage girl believed to be under 15 has been retrieved from a vehicle at Alajo following Monday's severe flooding in Accra. Emergency responders said the discovery came after rescue personnel responded to a distress call, with the body handed over to Kotobabi Police for mortuary conveyance.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Environmental Protection Authority is exploring collaboration with the Ghana Navy to redeploy its Zodiac patrol boat to strengthen surveillance of Ghana's rivers, lakes and coastal waters in response to increasing water pollution and recurring flooding.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has announced free NHIS registration for persons affected by recent floods in Accra and their dependants, citing risks of diarrhoea and cholera outbreaks following disruption to sanitation systems and water contamination.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra's flooding has exposed gaps in Ghana's emergency response, with firefighters lacking rescue boats, life jackets, and swift-water rescue training. The article calls for equipping the Ghana National Fire Service with water-rescue capability and fixing drainage systems in flood-prone regions.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Flood victims in Ayawaso Central Constituency have begun receiving relief items from Qatar Charity and NADMO following torrential rains that devastated parts of Accra. The distribution, which took place on Wednesday, July 1, was conducted under a joint humanitarian intervention following a directive by President Mahama to provide immediate assistance.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Headmaster of God's Angel Montessori International School has advocated for regular educational excursions and field-based learning to be formally integrated into school curricula, arguing that experiential learning strengthens the connection between classroom theory and practical understanding, particularly in subjects like Science and Social Studies where real-world observation reinforces concepts such as biodiversity and conservation.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Education Service has suspended the salary of a Bole Senior High School teacher accused of inappropriate sexual conduct with a student, after he absconded from duty. The Service has reported the matter to Ghana Police and says the interdicted teacher will face both criminal prosecution and internal disciplinary proceedings.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana observed its National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with President John Dramani Mahama leading a nationwide call for moral renewal, unity, and responsible citizenship. The event, held under the theme "Resetting our values to build the Ghana we want," included Christian services at the State House Forecourt and an Islamic prayer service at the National Mosque, bringing together government officials, religious leaders, and citizens.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Over 3,000 people affected by recent floods in Ayawaso Central Constituency have begun receiving relief items from NADMO and Qatar Charity in a joint humanitarian intervention. The National Disaster Management Organisation Director-General said the organisation ensured only genuine flood victims benefited from the relief package, which was made possible through collaboration between the government and Qatar Charity.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Regional Minister has assured residents affected by recent devastating floods in Accra that the government remains committed to providing immediate relief and longer-term support. The minister visited Alajo to donate relief items, with the intervention directed by the Vice-President in collaboration with NADMO and the Carter Charity Foundation.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama called on Ghanaians at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving to remain grateful to God despite devastating floods that have claimed lives and destroyed property, saying the gathering reminds citizens of their unity beyond political, ethnic, and religious divisions.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Upper East Regional Police Command arrested three people for allegedly trafficking young women and forcing them into prostitution at Gbane, a mining community in the Talensi District. The main suspect allegedly lured a victim from Nigeria by promising help with a film career, then forced her into prostitution requiring daily payments of GH₵400.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Motorists and commuters using the Avenor stretch in North Kaneshie, Greater Accra Region, are raising concerns about the road's deteriorating state following recent heavy rains, with potholes and stagnant water making travel increasingly difficult. Road users say the rains, particularly Monday's downpour, have significantly worsened an already poor road condition, forcing drivers to navigate carefully and often slow their journeys.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC stalwart Novihoho Afaglo has expressed condolences to families affected by recent floods in Accra and Ketu South, calling for comprehensive long-term measures to address recurring flooding and urging government agencies and humanitarian organisations to expedite relief distribution.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 42-year-old from Carmarthen contracted neurocysticercosis after a 2007 trip to India, eventually developing 38 pork tapeworm larvae in her brain that caused severe headaches, seizures, and psychosis. She is one of only a handful of people in the UK diagnosed with the condition annually.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Commercial transport services in Amansie Central District halted indefinitely on Monday as drivers withdrew services in protest over deteriorating road conditions on key routes and a dispute with the District Assembly over unapproved fare increases. The drivers cited rising vehicle maintenance costs due to poor roads, while the Assembly rejected the fare adjustment and directed police to arrest drivers charging unauthorised fares.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has partnered with the Ashanti Regional Security Council and Regional Immigration Service to address open prostitution and street begging, which the mayor says are predominantly associated with foreign nationals and harm the city's image. The assembly is also intensifying police patrols to combat street robberies and theft in affected areas.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Suhum MP Frank Asiedu Bekoe attributed Monday's floods, which claimed lives and destroyed property, to systemic failure caused by poor waste management and government negligence. He called on President Mahama to compensate victims, arguing that local assemblies received sanitation funds but lacked equipment and staff to manage waste effectively.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Communities along a corridor from Airport Residential Area through Awudome experienced a significant reduction in flooding after onion traders were relocated from Agbogbloshie to Adjen Kotoku and Dominase. The article notes that enforcement of the relocation was later relaxed following a change in government, allowing traders to gradually return to Agbogbloshie.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
A woman identified as Nana Akua was apprehended in Kwadaso Municipality, Ashanti Region, after being found in a deceased friend's room wrapped in white cloth and removing the dead woman's clothes from her wardrobe. She claimed a fetish priest instructed her to take the clothes for a ritual to stop the deceased's ghost from appearing to her, though residents were unconvinced and police have found no link between her and the friend's death.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
A Nigerian national operating a cement block manufacturing business in Accra has been arraigned in court following a joint Cyber Security Authority and Ghana Police Service investigation into alleged use of compromised US-issued Citi Bank debit cards for fraudulent Point of Sale transactions at fuel stations.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nearly two decades after Ghana instituted the Three-Tier Pension Scheme under the National Pensions Act of 2008, the reform has recorded notable successes in diversifying retirement income sources and modernising pension management, but significant challenges remain that require urgent attention to achieve the vision of retirement with dignity for all workers.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Graduate unemployment in Ghana has reached approximately 60 percent two years after graduation, with regulatory and tax burdens, unfair competition, and lack of financing identified as three key barriers preventing graduate entrepreneurs from building successful enterprises despite earning entrepreneurship certificates from tertiary institutions.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Recent flooding across southern Ghana highlights the need for long-term action beyond seasonal emergency responses, with the author arguing that flooding has become a governance challenge requiring sustained resilience efforts rather than cyclical disaster management.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse and Ga Traditional Council have called for a united national effort to address Accra's recurring flooding, stressing that the problem requires collective responsibility, strict enforcement of planning regulations, and improved environmental stewardship beyond engineering solutions alone.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Royal Diadem School held its 2026 graduation ceremony for BECE graduates on July 26, with over 200 parents, teachers, alumni and guests in attendance. The headmaster urged graduates to uphold discipline, integrity and academic excellence as they enter senior high school, emphasizing that excellence requires hard work and consistency.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Disaster Management Organisation has registered 1,401 people as victims of a June 29 fire that destroyed parts of the Odawna Rubber Market in Accra. Firefighting efforts were initially delayed by flooding on access roads caused by heavy rainfall, and NADMO is continuing to register affected traders while cross-checking figures with market leadership to prevent duplication.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NADMO and Zoomlion Ghana, partnering with other institutions, launched a multi-site drain-clearing exercise across Greater Accra's flood-prone areas as part of a 12-week "No Do No Do" campaign to improve stormwater flow and reduce flooding risk. The initiative combines post-flood assessments and desilting with public education to discourage indiscriminate waste disposal into drains.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Canada will compete in Eurovision for the first time in 2027, becoming the first new country to join since Australia in 2015. The country's participation was enabled after its public broadcaster CBC/Radio-Canada joined the European Broadcasting Union.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MOBA Golf Club has announced a Sesquicentennial trophy tournament as part of Mfantsipim School's 150th anniversary celebrations. The invitational is scheduled for 30 October at Achimota Golf Club and will bring together alumni, corporate leaders, and golf enthusiasts.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems said she would not "shoot her shot" at Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, explaining that she prefers connections built on friendship and mutual respect rather than women pursuing men. Her comments sparked mixed online reactions, with some praising her stance and others arguing there is nothing wrong with women making the first move.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Adeshina, professionally known as Elegbeje Ado, died on Monday, June 29, 2026, after a brief illness. The actor and pastor was a notable figure in the Yoruba movie industry.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Musician Okyeame Kwame publicly thanked Galaxxy International School and his daughter Sante's teachers for their role in her development after she completed her O-Levels, highlighting the shared responsibility between families and educators in raising children.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghanaian rapper Okyeame Kwame publicly praised Galaxy International School and his daughter Sante Nsiah Apau's teachers after her O-Level graduation, crediting them as "co-parents" for helping shape her into "an intelligent lady with good social skills." His acknowledgement of educators' often-overlooked role in child development resonated with parents and teachers on social media.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Language experts in Ghana gathered at KNUST's AfroCuration event to discuss how indigenous languages can survive in an increasingly digital world, arguing that preserving African languages requires stronger education policies, better digital documentation, and greater investment in indigenous culture rather than technology alone.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame publicly thanked Galaxy International School and his daughter Sante Nsiah Apau's teachers for their role in shaping her as an intelligent person with good social skills following her O-Levels completion, describing the school's contribution as "co-parenting" and highlighting how educators' contributions to child development are often overlooked.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka will launch a 411-page publication honouring Ghanaian-born artist El Anatsui, who taught at the university for 47 years. The book, edited by Associate Professor Greg Mbajiorgu and Chikaogwu Kanu, features contributions from more than 100 scholars, artists and cultural practitioners from Africa, Europe and North America.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghanaian rapper Edem's latest single "Gota"—an Ewe phrase meaning "We're Outside"—has become a fast-growing social media expression, with users captioning posts across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X. The song, featuring MC Kojo Manuel, Chief One, Kpese Boi and Morgan Nero, has generated over 20,000 combined videos on TikTok and is positioned as one of the year's defining party anthems.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
X Lor, a Ghanaian singer and songwriter, has created ABL (Angels Beyond Limitations), a genre blending Afrobeats, R&B, Highlife, Gospel, Soul, and contemporary African music that reflects his artistic identity and spiritual philosophy. The genre represents artistic freedom, emotional honesty, and limitless creativity as he prepares to launch his Tornado EP.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Global Media Alliance and Women in PR Ghana hosted the PR x AI MasterLAB, an immersive learning experience for communications professionals to develop practical AI skills. The masterclass covered AI-powered content creation, media intelligence and insights, and human-centered AI storytelling through sessions led by industry experts.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Egypt believe Mohamed Salah's hamstring strain will not prevent him from facing Australia in Friday's World Cup last-32 tie, with the captain returning to training and undergoing intensive rehabilitation after sustaining the injury against Iran.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Fifa's social media protection service identified 89,000 abusive posts during the 2026 World Cup group stage, a 13-fold increase from 6,700 in 2022, with racism representing 11% of all online abuse. Dutch players targeted after a penalty shootout loss, with more than 100 examples of the most serious abuse passing legal thresholds for case files.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2–0 in the World Cup Round of 16, with goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez, to advance and set up a potential next-round tie against England or DR Congo.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 female national team have arrived in Dakar ahead of the first leg of their final 2026 Women's World Cup Qualifiers against Senegal on Friday, July 4. The Black Maidens are seeking to return to the global stage after a two-edition ban from the Confederation of African Football.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed condolences to victims of severe flooding in Accra that killed at least 12 people and displaced 7,000 residents, saying the team stands in solidarity with those affected while preparing for Ghana's World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia on July 3.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian defender Ivan Anokye Mensah, 22, has signed with Slovak club Spartak Trnava on a long-term contract until 2029 after a season with Sparta Prague B. Mensah was a member of Ghana's U20 squad that won the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Mauritania.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samson Selorm Dogbe, a 33-year-old Ghanaian massage therapist and personal trainer, became the first Ghanaian to win overall at the IFBB Mr Equinox International Bodybuilding Championship in Abidjan in February 2026, securing his second professional card in men's classic physique. He is now seeking support as he prepares to compete in an IFBB championship in Spain.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has sent condolences to victims of recent floods in Accra, saying the national team stands in solidarity with those affected. Queiroz said the team would carry the people of Accra in their hearts during Ghana's FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia on July 3.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Maidens have left Accra for Dakar to play a decisive first-leg final qualifying match against Senegal for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. A 24-player squad aims to secure a positive result in the away fixture, with victory in the two-legged tie earning a place at the tournament.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Paraguay President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday to celebrate Paraguay's 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Germany, which sent them into the World Cup round of 16 after a 1-1 draw in extra time. Paraguay is the second South American country to declare a holiday after a surprise World Cup victory against Germany, following Ecuador's earlier announcement.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in extra time to advance to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with Issa Diop scoring a late equaliser before Morocco held their nerve in the penalty shootout. Morocco will next face Canada in Houston on Saturday.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Brighton & Hove Albion, PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord and Coventry City have expressed interest in signing 19-year-old Ghanaian winger Prince Amoako Jnr from Danish side FC Nordsjaelland following his breakthrough season, with Coventry City reportedly prepared to offer around €30 million.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Twenty-year-old Issaka Seidu has agreed personal terms to join Swedish club IFK Göteborg after impressing on loan at Superettan side Ljungskile SK, with the contract expected to be signed on Thursday pending finalisation of transfer details.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Environmental Protection Authority has announced plans to dredge the Tano River and reinforce vulnerable sections of its banks to prevent a recurrence of recent floods that displaced thousands of residents in Samreboi, Western Region. The EPA assessed that riverbank integrity has been compromised and intends to dredge silted sections and install concrete walls along sections closest to the community.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prudential Bank held the sixth edition of its Tree for Life restoration drive at Achimota Forest Reserve, planting over 200 trees as part of its commitment to environmental sustainability and landscape restoration in Ghana. The bank has maintained planting sites at Achimota Forest and Chipa in the Eastern Region over the past six years.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Samuel Abu Jinapor, MP for Damongo and former Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, has called for stronger environmental legislation to enable African countries to benefit from nature-based solutions while building climate resilience, creating jobs and promoting sustainable economic growth. He argued that although several African countries, including Ghana, have made progress in developing environmental policies and promoting carbon markets, stronger legal backing is needed to ensure long-term implementation and attract greater investment.
1 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
At least 36 children and a staff member are missing after gunmen abducted them from a school in Nigeria's northeast, marking the third such mass school abduction since May. The article chronicles recent years of school kidnappings across Nigeria, ranging from November 2025 incidents in Niger and Kebbi states to earlier cases in 2021 and 2024.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Kenyan court has charged eight schoolgirls with murder for the deaths of 16 of their fellow students in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls' Academy Senior School in Nakuru County in late May; all eight defendants pleaded not guilty.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Floods in Ivory Coast have killed 59 people, with authorities fearing the death toll could rise, government spokesman Amadou Coulibaly said on Wednesday. Neighbouring Ghana has also been hit by heavy rains, with at least 12 people killed after large parts of the country and the capital, Accra, were flooded.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
South African police arrested more than 900 people during nationwide anti-migrant protests on Tuesday, with 108 of 120 marches remaining peaceful while 12 required police intervention. Violence included looting and at least one fatal shooting in Johannesburg's Alexandra township, where residents targeted informal shops owned by foreign nationals.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Thousands gathered in a Swiss village to witness the ordination of four new Catholic bishops from the Society of Saint Pius X, defying Pope Leo XIV's last-minute appeal. The SSPX, which rejects Vatican modernising reforms from the 1960s and 1970s, proceeded with the ordination despite the Pope describing it as a "schismatic act."
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Writer E. Jean Carroll has asked a judge to order Donald Trump to pay $5m in damages awarded by a New York jury that found him liable for sexual abuse and defamation in a civil case from 2023. The request follows the US Supreme Court's refusal to review Trump's appeal, and Carroll's lawyers say they will no longer accept delays in payment after Trump exhausted multiple legal avenues to avoid the damages.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Two individuals climbed to the top of New York's Empire State Building spire on Wednesday, unfurled a banner, and one proposed marriage to the other before being taken into custody by the NYPD. The pair, reportedly climbers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, remained atop the 1,454 ft building for at least 10 minutes; the building's spokesperson said the unauthorised incident posed no danger to observation deck visitors and that no charges have been filed yet.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The United States has declined to renew the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement in its current form, rejecting an automatic 16-year extension and instead setting a 10-year deadline for renegotiation or termination. US officials cite unresolved disputes over automotive rules of origin, dairy market access, and preventing third-party countries like China from exploiting the regional agreement.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has demanded a full investigation and swift prosecution following the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Ghanaian Bashiru Isak in Cape Town on June 30 during xenophobic demonstrations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the "senseless act of violence" and has filed a formal protest with South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation and lodged a complaint with the South African Police Service.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A small plane struck Beijing's 109-storey CITIC Tower four days ago, killing the pilot and injuring 13 others, but China has released only a 60-word official statement. Dramatic footage has been removed from the internet, aviation firms say they've been instructed to suspend light aircraft operations without elaborating, and photographs of the building unrelated to the incident have also been scrubbed from social media.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Anti-immigrant protesters marched across South African cities on Tuesday, marking a deadline they set for undocumented migrants to leave, prompting thousands of African foreign nationals to flee ahead of the demonstrations. At least four people have been killed and thousands of foreigners driven from homes with property vandalized, amid months of unrest that has drawn international condemnation.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The UN warned that the Bundibugyo strain Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda could cost Africa up to $3.6 billion and hundreds of thousands of jobs if it spreads to neighbouring countries. The outbreak has infected 1,307 people and killed 377 in Congo since May 15.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
TikTok has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by a 15-year-old Florida boy who claimed the platform damaged his mental health through addiction, according to the plaintiff's law firm. The settlement was reached in principle, though details remain to be finalised; YouTube previously settled a similar case, while Meta and Snapchat remain scheduled for trial.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
JonahCapital Nigeria Limited, a Ghanaian-owned developer of Abuja's River Park Estate, has accused Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory of orchestrating a "sustained xenophobic campaign" against Ghanaian investors, following an armed police operation at one of the company's facilities on June 29, 2026. The CEO alleged that the minister previously recognized the company's development lease before terminating it and asserting ownership, creating conditions for third parties to dispossess the company of lands and infrastructure.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sudan's conflict, which began in April 2023, is increasingly shaped by financing networks, supply chains, and regional alliances beyond the battlefield. Estimates suggest total military spending by all parties may reach $4 billion annually, driving reliance on parallel economy funding sources including natural resources and regional trade networks.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A three-person delegation from Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD) joined the first annual consortium meeting of NAFASI in Harare from 23 to 26 June 2026, a Sida-funded 36-month initiative launched in February 2026 to secure Africa's digital civic space against state repression and corporate technology misuse.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A fire broke out on the eighth floor of a 10-storey residential block in Antwerp on Wednesday morning, killing a number of people and injuring others. Police said more than 200 people live in the building, and firefighters were conducting flat-to-flat searches as thick smoke complicated evacuation efforts.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A jury in Los Angeles found singer Chris Brown and his company liable for negligence after his Caucasian shepherd attacked housekeeper Maria Avila in 2020, leaving her with permanent facial disfigurement, scarring, vision loss and nerve damage. Brown must pay Avila $12.9m in damages.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump reported more than $1bn in cryptocurrency earnings in 2025, including $635m in royalties from a Trump meme coin and over $500m from World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency firm founded by his sons and children of his special envoy. The White House denied any conflict of interest.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A three-year-old boy named Klieber Morán was pulled alive from rubble six days after devastating earthquakes in Venezuela with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5. The death toll has risen to 1,943 with more than 10,000 injured, tens of thousands unaccounted for, and satellite data indicating approximately 58,870 buildings damaged or destroyed.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
JonahCapital Nigeria Limited, a Ghanaian-owned company developing Abuja's River Park Estate, has accused Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory Minister of fuelling a sustained xenophobic campaign against Ghanaian investors, following an armed police operation at one of the company's facilities on June 29, 2026. The CEO alleged the minister previously acknowledged JonahCapital's ownership of the estate before terminating the arrangement and asserting control over the lands and assets the company claims to have developed.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigeria says it will pursue compensation from South Africa for citizens who abandoned homes and businesses while fleeing anti-migrant protests. More than 600 Nigerians have been repatriated, with the Acting High Commissioner documenting abandoned properties and businesses as the issue is set to be discussed between the two governments at the highest levels.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vagia Nestora, 72, died of injuries sustained in an arson attack on her daughter's apartment building in Thessaloniki. The attack was one of three suspected arson attacks targeting New Democracy party officials that occurred within minutes of each other in the early hours of Wednesday.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three people — a 19-year-old woman, a 48-year-old woman, and a 44-year-old man — died from suffocation in Mexico City on Tuesday during World Cup celebrations following Mexico's 2-0 victory over Ecuador. More than one million people gathered in the streets, mainly around the Angel of Independence monument, for the country's first World Cup knockout win since 1986.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Ghanaian tailor was shot dead in his Cape Town shop on June 30, 2026, during violent demonstrations targeting foreign nationals linked to South Africa's anti-immigration campaign. The Ghana High Commission confirmed the death and is arranging repatriation of the body for burial.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
History is driven by decisions made in moments of uncertainty rather than by inevitability; how societies respond to difficult choices determines lasting consequences, from expanding freedom and strengthening institutions to prolonging conflict and eroding trust.
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Ghana's coastal enclave, including Greater Accra and parts of Central and Volta Regions, was severely flooded on June 29, 2026, killing twelve people and destroying property; The Chronicle credits President Mahama's GH¢300 million relief allocation but argues that recurring disasters reflect institutional failures including weak enforcement by local authorities and elite complicity.
1 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Free press enables democracies to function by equipping citizens with accurate information to scrutinise leaders and participate in civic life. Journalists face increasing risks globally, including killing, detention and harassment, particularly those reporting on corruption and conflict.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Kwabena Nyamekye, called for national moral renewal at the 2026 National Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer Service, saying Ghana's transformation requires citizens to embrace righteousness, integrity and accountability rather than relying on policy reforms and economic strategies alone.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The article discusses how body language, particularly fidgeting and unconscious movements, undermines public speakers' communication. Nervous speakers often produce excessive movement without realizing it, while the audience interprets these signals as signs of anxiety or distress rather than confidence.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Prof. Samuel Lartey argues that while Ghana's macroeconomic indicators—rising GDP, declining inflation, stronger reserves—suggest recovery from a severe economic crisis, ordinary households continue to face high living costs, unemployment, stagnant incomes, and declining purchasing power.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
An opinion piece argues that continuity—the accumulation of knowledge and lessons across time—is a powerful but rarely discussed force that underpins progress in business, learning, families, and institutions. Without continuity, the piece contends, each day becomes Day One and progress becomes impossible.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
During national emergencies like the flooding in Accra, brands and institutions must prioritize empathetic communication over promotional messaging. Social media becomes a critical source of life-saving information and community support, and ill-timed marketing can create harmful dissonance with audiences experiencing grief and loss.
1 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Prof. Kofi Agyekum argues that academic authorship entitlement—the practice of listing co-authors based on seniority, position, or influence rather than genuine intellectual contribution—weakens research integrity and represents a pervasive but rarely discussed ethical challenge in higher education.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Edward Debrah writes that flood prevention in Accra requires holding decision-makers accountable for developments in flood-prone areas, improving waste management, keeping drains clear through routine maintenance, and educating the public through nationwide campaigns in Ghana's major languages.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Following Monday's flooding in Accra that displaced thousands, an opinion piece argues that influential voices—particularly celebrities—must engage in national conversations before, during, and after disasters, not merely offer post-event donations or solidarity posts, as silence on social issues undermines the country's collective response.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →