Akosua Manu, Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's presidential campaign, challenged presidential staffer Nana Yaa Jantuah for what she saw as insufficient public concern following recent floods that destroyed homes, businesses and infrastructure across several communities, particularly Accra.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Akosua Manu, Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's presidential campaign, challenged presidential staffer Nana Yaa Jantuah for what she saw as insufficient public concern following recent floods that destroyed homes, businesses and infrastructure across several communities, particularly Accra.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Akosua Manu, Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has criticized the government's handling of recent floods, arguing that protecting citizens' lives must be the foremost responsibility and that effective governance cannot rely on public relations alone. Her comments follow devastating floods that struck several parts of the country, particularly Accra, causing widespread destruction and casualties.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ofoase-Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah criticised the Mahama administration for slowing the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development project through expenditure controls imposed by the Ministry of Finance, dismissing government claims of increased flood control spending as propaganda and calling for the release of fully funded project resources.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Youth Excellence Awards (GYEA) has announced nominees for its 2026 Youth Model Parliament, an initiative designed to identify and empower young leaders by giving them a platform to contribute to discussions on development and governance within their constituencies.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission says a new Independent Emoluments Commission and national pay policy, expected by end of 2026, will cut public sector strikes by 90% or more by addressing political interference in salary decisions and resolving wage disparities.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Haruna Iddrisu, Minister of Education and MP for Tamale South, has urged Parliament to allocate adequate resources to the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources to tackle Ghana's recurring flooding challenges, emphasising that the problem requires collective responsibility and long-term investment rather than partisan approaches.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Parliament has ratified Bilateral Air Service Agreements with Benin, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Guyana, Mauritius, and Luxembourg, which the Transport Minister said will facilitate air travel, boost trade and tourism, and contribute to economic growth.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament has passed the Maritime and Related Offences Bill, 2026, establishing a legal framework to combat piracy, armed robbery at sea and other maritime crimes in Ghana's waters. The legislation gives effect to UN conventions on the law of the sea and unlawful acts against maritime safety, and addresses enforcement and prosecutorial challenges in dealing with piracy and related offences in the Gulf of Guinea.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NPP has vetted 26 candidates for 10 executive positions in its Gomoa Central constituency branch ahead of elections scheduled for July 11, 2026. The vetting committee chairperson cautioned aspirants against internal discord, citing disunity as a factor in the party's loss in the 2024 general elections.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Urban planner Kofi Kekeli Amedzro says gaps in local land use planning are allowing illegal developments in areas designated as protected or unsuitable for construction, despite national planning frameworks. He notes that ownership alone does not justify development if zoning regulations prohibit it, and that local district assemblies must base building permits on prepared land use plans.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee, has criticised the Mahama administration's handling of recurring floods, arguing that fiscal discipline cannot justify the loss of at least 37 lives caused by delays in implementing flood-control projects. He insisted that protecting lives should not be sacrificed for fiscal consolidation, describing the government's defence as "a very sad argument."
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
An Ashanti Regional Communication Team member of the NPP has advised the party's National Disciplinary Committee to resolve petitions against former Presidential Aspirant Ken Ohene Agyapong carefully, cautioning that haste could create further complications for the party.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
MP Samuel A. Jinapor, Global Lead for the Africa Centre for Nature-Based Climate Action, called on African governments and development partners to adopt innovative financial mechanisms beyond traditional climate financing to scale up nature-based solutions across the continent, arguing that conventional public financing alone would be insufficient to meet Africa's restoration and climate adaptation needs.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court has dismissed a submission of no case filed by former GIIF Chief Executive Officer Solomon Asamoah and former GIIF Board Chairman Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi in the "Sky Train" case, involving an alleged US$2 million financial loss to the state over a 2019 payment for an equity stake in an unbuilt rail project. The court has directed the two accused to open their defence and explain why they should not be convicted.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran journalist Kwasi Pratt Jnr. has questioned the President's aerial assessment of flood-affected communities, arguing that a ground-level visit with direct resident engagement would have been more meaningful and better expressed empathy than a helicopter tour.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The North East Regional Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Lawyer Sulley Sambian, has announced his bid for the party's Regional Chairman position, citing his experience and intention to strengthen the NPP in the region ahead of the 2028 general election.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding urged greater youth inclusion in political decision-making, arguing it strengthens democratic governance and peacebuilding efforts. The call was made at WANEP's third West Africa Youth Summit in Accra, which launched an intergenerational mentoring programme called the IGET Circle.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Interior Minister Henry Quartey has called for a review of the government's Anti-Flood Taskforce membership, arguing it requires broader representation from key state institutions including the Ministers of Interior and Finance, the Inspector-General of Police, Chief of Defence Staff, and NADMO officials to effectively address Ghana's recurring flooding crisis.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Okai Mintah, Chairperson of the NDC's National Youth Working Committee, has declared his intention to contest for the position of National Youth Organizer, pledging to champion opportunities for young party members and strengthen youth structures ahead of the 2028 general elections.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has called for a fundamental shift in the minds, hearts, and attitudes of Ghanaians in response to Monday's devastating floods in Accra. He said lasting national transformation requires personal integrity and citizen participation beyond government policy alone.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Eastern Regional Minister Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey has urged Ghanaians to uphold integrity, patriotism and discipline, arguing that national renewal requires a transformation of values beyond economic recovery. She stressed that honest, humble and accountable leadership is essential for development, and called on citizens to prioritize national interest over political, ethnic and personal considerations.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Parliament's Minority Caucus on the Energy Committee has said cumulative electricity tariffs have risen 26.82 per cent since January 2025, and criticised the latest 3.49 per cent increase effective July 1, 2026, as deepening the burden on consumers and potentially undermining the government's 24-hour economy policy.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The United Party has urged the government to revive and implement the 1963 master plans for Accra, Tema, Kumasi and Sekondi-Takoradi to address persistent flooding, which the party says reflects decades of poor urban planning. The party noted that desilting efforts on the Odaw drain by both major parties have failed to yield lasting results, and that flooding has remained a pressing challenge for more than six decades.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Local Government Minister Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah has criticised the NDC government's approach to addressing recurring floods in Accra, saying the NPP previously initiated the World Bank-funded GARID project to address the problem through dredging the Odaw River and constructing storm drains.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
An opinion piece argues that while the NPP is constitutionally entitled to discipline members who undermine party cohesion or leadership integrity, strategic leadership must balance enforcement of discipline with the ability to unite members and win elections.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Richard Agyare, a UK-based healthcare entrepreneur with a care firm in Britain, is described as a well-connected political figure with ties to Ghana's New Patriotic Party and a global network, exemplifying diaspora influence in business and Ghanaian politics.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
DCOP Ayamga Akolgo has disclosed that he was one of the petitioners seeking the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, citing her abuse of judicial office, incompetence, and lack of judicial temperament. He states the President found merit in his petition and took action following consultation with the Council of State.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has warned that Ghana should not rush into carbon credit agreements that could compromise its future climate obligations, and urged the government to treat the carbon credit market as a development instrument rather than simply as a commodity trading platform.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama's government tightened spending to combat inflation, which fell from 23.5% in January 2025 to 3.8% by January 2026. This fiscal discipline stalled GARID, a $350 million World Bank-funded project designed to reduce flood risk and improve waste management in Greater Accra.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court in Accra has approved the extradition of Fredrick Kumi, known as "Abu Trica," to the United States, where he is wanted to stand trial over an alleged romance fraud scheme involving approximately US$8 million. The decision follows months of legal proceedings; his lawyer indicates the defence may appeal to the Supreme Court.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Chairperson of Parliament's Security and Intelligence Committee, has called for closer collaboration among Ghana's security and justice sector institutions to strengthen the country's response to terrorism and violent extremism. She stressed that improving coordination among agencies and adopting standardised procedures for collecting and preserving evidence in conflict situations will help secure successful prosecutions.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, Chairman of Parliament's Education Committee, has called on President Mahama to dissolve Bolgatanga Technical University's Governing Council and appoint a new one, after the Council Chairman suspended the Vice-Chancellor and other staff over alleged corruption. Nortsu-Kotoe says the Council Chairman's actions violate the laws and statutes governing technical universities in Ghana.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed consolidated cases challenging the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, with a seven-member panel ruling that the suits lacked merit. Torkornoo was removed from office on September 1, 2025, following recommendations by a five-member committee of inquiry that found her culpable of breaches including alleged misuse of public funds and violations of constitutional procedures.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
On the International Day of Parliamentarianism, MP Peter Lanchene Toobu called on Parliament to keep human rights central to its legislative, oversight and representative functions, noting Parliament's constitutional duty to protect the dignity, freedoms and rights of every Ghanaian and warning that emerging challenges like poverty, inequality and climate change require ensuring development measures do not undermine human dignity.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Lawyer Sulley Sambian, North East Regional Secretary of the NPP, has announced his intention to run for Regional Chairman, saying he is "tried, tested, and ready" to lead the party in the region and ensure it increases its parliamentary seats ahead of the 2028 elections.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A High Court in Accra has affirmed the extradition of Frederick Kumi, known as Abu Trica, to the United States over alleged conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering targeting the elderly, estimated at $8 million. His lawyer has indicated an intention to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
An EOCO investigator testified in court that the wealth acquired by former National Signals Bureau Director-General Kwabena Adu Boahene and his wife could not be reconciled with their known income, including 11 identified properties compared against salaries ranging from GHS5,000 to GHS7,000 monthly.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
At the inaugural Supreme Court @150 Anniversary Lecture Series, Professor Philip Ebow Bondzi-Simpson traced Ghana's 150-year judicial history, noting that the Supreme Court's 1876 establishment unified existing judicial structures across British West African territories and that the country's judicial system has evolved through colonial rule, constitutional reforms, customary law, military interventions, and the development of an independent judiciary.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sagnarigu MP Atta Issah says the Mahama administration spent $13.52 million on flood control under the World Bank-funded GARID project between 2025 and 2026, compared to $11.4 million spent by the Akufo-Addo government on the same purpose between 2019 and 2024.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At the Supreme Court @150 Anniversary lecture, Prof. Philip Ebow Bondzi-Simpson called for broader historical reflection on Ghana's judicial evolution, arguing that the country's legal heritage must be understood within a wider West African and colonial context. He noted that the 1876 Supreme Court Ordinance established jurisdiction over the Gold Coast, Sierra Leone, and parts of present-day Nigeria, and urged Ghana to recognise this shared legal heritage when commemorating the judiciary's 150 years.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama has sworn in Dr Pamela Parry Graham as Ghana's first female Auditor-General, succeeding Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu. Dr Graham brings 25 years of private sector experience and will assume office charged with promoting accountability and ensuring public institutions implement audit recommendations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Jinapor, Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has called for Ghana to develop a formal evacuation policy for citizens in distress abroad, citing recent events involving Ghanaians in South Africa. He argues the country must establish a structured evacuation framework with dedicated legislation and a state institution, rather than relying on ad hoc responses to emergencies.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu announced that teachers who accept postings to rural and hard-to-reach communities will qualify for study leave with pay after two years instead of three. The government is also implementing a 20 percent salary allowance for teachers serving in deprived communities.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Dr Pamela Graham as Ghana's first female Auditor-General, calling on all public institutions to extend full cooperation and implement audit recommendations promptly to strengthen accountability and good governance.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah told African leaders that progress against neocolonialism requires competent governance, industrialisation, technology and regional integration rather than rhetoric alone, and that true economic freedom comes from creating value from resources and building capable institutions.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Supreme Court has dismissed all four suits challenging the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo from office, finding no legal basis to grant relief. This follows the ECOWAS Court's rejection last week of applications seeking to overturn her removal, closing legal challenges at both the domestic and regional levels.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A new national awards scheme called the Ghana Platinum Excellence Awards has been launched in Accra to recognise long-standing businesses for their contributions to economic growth, innovation and national development. The initiative aims to preserve corporate heritage and honour companies that have demonstrated longevity, resilience and sustained impact across various sectors.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Employment in restaurants, bars and hotels in the US fell by 61,000 jobs in June, disappointing analysts who expected the World Cup tournament (hosted jointly by the US, Canada and Mexico) to boost leisure and hospitality hiring. Overall US employment rose by only 57,000 in June, lower than expected, while the unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Europe's top court has dismissed Google's appeal and upheld a €4.1bn fine imposed by the European Commission for using Android to block rivals through practices including requiring pre-installation of Google Search and Chrome, making exclusive payments to manufacturers, and preventing sales of alternative Android versions.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Relocated traders in Takoradi have experienced low sales and mounting debt since moving five years ago, citing incomplete market infrastructure, poor conditions, and a lack of support from authorities. Frustrated by their circumstances, traders announced plans to stop paying market tolls from July 2026 and have staged protests demanding the government complete the abandoned market project.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Shippers complained at a Ghana Shippers' Authority meeting that delays in moving containers from Meridian Port Services Terminal 3 to inland depots are prolonging cargo clearance, causing unnecessary rent and demurrage charges even when importers have met statutory requirements. The delays are affecting supply chain efficiency and increasing operational costs for businesses.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
South African manufacturing sentiment worsened in June as weaker demand reduced new orders, though lower oil prices boosted confidence about future conditions, according to Absa's purchasing managers' index survey, which fell to 47.3 points from 50.8 in May.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
OpenAI has discussed giving a 5% stake to the U.S. government, according to the Financial Times, with the proposal involving other U.S. AI companies handing over a similar stake, though it remains unclear if they would agree.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
LemFi, a cross-border financial platform, has secured FCA approval to acquire investment platform Wealth8, allowing it to add wealth management and investment services to its offerings for people living and working across borders.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Tema Oil Refinery's Managing Director says he has initiated direct conversations with government on mechanisms to recapitalise the company's balance sheet, including releasing TOR's outstanding ESLA receivables of at least GH¢1.6billion, to address an accumulated deficit of GH¢7.869billion and negative equity position of GH¢4.53billion.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's annual inflation rate climbed to 5.3 percent in June 2026 from 3.7 percent in May, with non-food prices accelerating to 6.3 percent and contributing 68.5 percent of headline inflation. Locally produced items recorded 6.7 percent inflation compared to 2.3 percent for imported goods, though month-on-month inflation moderated to 0.2 percent.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Enterprise Group PLC's insurance revenue grew 10% to GH¢1.75 billion in 2025, though profit after tax declined 4% to GH¢352.8 million due to cedi appreciation and the absence of a one-time GH¢253 million reinsurance gain from the previous year. The Board proposed a final dividend of GH¢0.164 per share, a 30% increase, citing confidence in the Group's long-term growth strategy.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Mining company Newmont has donated essential medical equipment valued at over GHS 290,000 to the University of Ghana Health Services at Legon, following a request from the Internal Medicine Department to address equipment shortages affecting patient care and workflow efficiency.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Key agencies in Ghana's shipping and logistics sector have committed to addressing problems driving up the cost of doing business at the country's ports, following a stakeholder forum convened by the Ghana Shippers' Authority. Issues raised included port congestion, inspection delays, bureaucratic processes, documentation fraud, corruption and informal charges.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's savings and loans sector recorded GH¢515.32 million in profit during 2025, compared to GH¢141.57 million in 2024, with the Non-Performing Loan ratio improving to 11.8% from 15.0%. Total assets in the sub-sector reached GH¢12.63 billion, representing 31.2% year-on-year growth.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has postponed the deadline for filing second-quarter Corporate Income Tax, Personal Income Tax, and May 2026 Value Added Tax, National Health Insurance Levy, and Communications Service Tax returns from June 30 to July 6 to support taxpayers and businesses affected by recent flooding in Accra and surrounding areas. Taxpayers who file by the new deadline will not face late filing penalties.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems Limited has presented its 2025 dividend of GH¢14.58 million to the Bank of Ghana, its sole shareholder, at a ceremony held at The Bank Square following GhIPSS' Annual General Meeting. Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama commended the company for strengthening Ghana's national payments infrastructure and creating value through secure and resilient payment systems.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's year-on-year inflation rate rose to 5.3 percent in June 2026 from 3.7 percent in May, driven largely by non-food prices including transport fares, rents, and secondary school fees, though it remains significantly lower than 13.7 percent recorded in June 2025.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Mindful Governance is hosting Karl George MBE in Accra from 13 to 17 July to brief boards and business leaders on artificial intelligence governance. George, founder of The Governance Forum and Governance AI, argues that AI capability is advancing faster than governance frameworks, creating a risk gap that requires three shifts: understanding the pace of change, addressing the governance deficit, and improving AI literacy among leadership.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Digital Centres Limited says it has temporarily suspended staff employment contracts following severe flood damage to its Accra facility and disruption affecting 23 tenant businesses, not dismissed workers outright. The Deputy CEO cited unsafe conditions and lack of operational capacity, and said staff were asked to return equipment for damage assessment and a report to government.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has launched the Digital Economy Forum, a national platform bringing together policymakers, regulators, business leaders, academics, and others to examine technologies, policies and ideas shaping the country's digital future. Each edition will combine documentary investigation with televised dialogue to address pressing issues in digital commerce, financial services, cybersecurity, and other areas.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At the fourth International Finance Corporation Family Governance Workshop in Accra, stakeholders urged family-owned businesses in Ghana and across Africa to strengthen governance structures and institutionalise succession planning to enhance long-term competitiveness and preserve wealth across generations. The workshop examined strategies for business continuity, leadership transition, and sustainable value creation, with participants noting that while family enterprises form the backbone of Africa's private sector, many struggle to survive beyond the founding generation due to weak governance frameworks and informal management systems.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Newmont has donated medical equipment worth more than GH¢290,000 to the University of Ghana Health Services to improve healthcare delivery and strengthen patient care. The donation includes patient monitors, hospital beds, infusion pumps, ECG machines, suction machines and other equipment requested by the facility's Internal Medicine Department.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ginger led a list of 10 food items with the highest year-on-year price inflation in June 2026, rising by 102.5 percent, while shrimps and mangoes also posted sharp increases of 90.8 and 87.2 percent respectively. Conversely, kontomire prices fell by 38.0 percent and several staples including maize, millet, and garden eggs recorded significant declines.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Prepaid travel cards have evolved as a solution to help travellers avoid exchange rate losses, hidden conversion fees, and card fraud. The article traces the history of payment cards from the 1950 invention of Diners Club through the rise of prepaid cards in the 1980s, highlighting their relevance for Ghanaian travellers navigating cedi volatility.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Bank of Ghana has launched a national Sustainable Finance Roadmap to coordinate financial sector regulation and strengthen resilience to climate-related risks, following recent flooding in Accra. BoG Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama notes the framework marks a shift toward unified regulatory oversight across banking, insurance, pensions and capital markets, treating climate change as a financial stability concern alongside an environmental one.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has warned that Ghana could miss out on a growing global carbon investment market if government bureaucracy and regulatory uncertainty slow approvals. He told Parliament that Ghana has established the Ghana Carbon Market Office and recorded dozens of mitigation activities across multiple sectors, but must now move quickly to simplify regulations and strengthen institutions to attract investors.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has established the Ghana Carbon Market Office within the Environmental Protection Authority to support Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, voluntary carbon market activities, and mitigation projects across energy, agriculture, forestry, and transportation sectors. The article argues the carbon market should be treated as a national development instrument delivering real emissions reductions, community benefits, and private-sector investment, with a focus on policy clarity and regulatory certainty.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Family Bank plc listed on the Nairobi Stock Exchange on June 23, 2026, with shares jumping 44.44% on the first trading day from an introductory price of KSh 18.00 to KSh 26.00, the largest primary listing from a homegrown financial institution in over 17 years. The listing occurs amid a broader IPO surge across Africa, with Ethiopia's Abay Bank also listing on the Ethiopian Securities Exchange in late June.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Exim Bank's CEO says the institution's formal commitment to the UN Global Compact will strengthen its global credibility and deepen sustainable financing by integrating environmental, social and governance principles into its operations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the UN Global Compact Network Ghana described Ghana Exim Bank's entry into the global sustainability initiative as significant, saying it strengthens efforts to align Ghana's financial sector with international environmental and governance standards and helps position participating institutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Export-Import Bank has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact, pledging to align its operations with the initiative's Ten Principles on human rights, labour standards, environmental stewardship, and anti-corruption. The bank joins a global network of more than 20,000 companies and organisations committed to advancing sustainable business practices and supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Banking has become a powerful force shaping modern life, but many people still experience long queues, delayed fund access, and rigid processes. The future of banking is no longer just about providing access but about impact—helping customers make better financial decisions through convenient, fast, and affordable services that address their practical needs.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Platinum Excellence Award has been launched as a national movement to honour institutions that have shaped Ghana's economic story. The ceremony, scheduled for September 2026, will feature about 20 categories for private-sector companies, with awards recognising organisational resilience, vision, leadership, consistency, and longevity.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
EMY Africa held a networking event at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art in Washington, D.C. on June 25, bringing together business leaders, government officials, diplomats and cultural figures from Africa and the United States to promote economic and cultural ties between the continent and its global diaspora.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Despite GDP recovery from 2.1% to an estimated 6.0% between 2015 and 2025, unemployment and underemployment remain pressing concerns for Ghanaians, particularly young people and graduates, suggesting that economic growth has not been generating broad-based job creation.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
With 90% of Africa's participating nations in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage, the continent is positioned to strengthen its footballing reputation and economic value through increased investment, sponsorship deals, broadcasting agreements, and commercial partnerships.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
TECNO has unveiled EllaClaw, an AI-powered assistant designed to seamlessly connect multiple applications and digital services, enabling users to interact with shopping, transportation, food delivery and smart home platforms through natural voice commands while observing how requests are executed in real time. The feature remains in its testing phase and represents TECNO's vision of creating an AI ecosystem that works intelligently across services.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Stanbic Bank Ghana is investing in artificial intelligence-driven monitoring systems to identify suspicious activities and strengthen fraud detection. The bank's Chief Risk Officer said financial institutions must adapt their risk management approaches as fraudsters refine their tactics, and that AI-enabled transaction monitoring tools can learn behavioral patterns and help preserve customer trust.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Bolt celebrated high-performing driver-partners in Accra through a rewards initiative that gave ten drivers household appliances such as televisions, air conditioners, and washing machines, while another ten received fuel vouchers and power banks.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana reports that 484,059 security interests were registered in 2025, representing a 26.7% year-on-year increase from 2024. The total value of secured loans reached GH¢148.3 billion, up significantly from GH¢60.9 billion in 2024, with banks granting GH¢94.5 billion of that total.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The 24-Hour Economy Authority has signed an MoU with Petrochemical Holding GmbH to develop a $700 million integrated chemical manufacturing complex and gold tailings recovery platform in Ghana, including sodium cyanide and caustic soda production facilities alongside environmental remediation and gold recovery initiatives.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Oil prices dropped about 1% on Thursday following Qatar's announcement that US and Iran made progress in indirect talks focused on the Strait of Hormuz, with Brent crude falling to $70.80 per barrel and US West Texas Intermediate to $67.74, hitting four-month lows as expectations of oversupply pressure prices downward.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The World Bank board approved $265 million in financing for a pumped hydropower storage plant in northern Morocco that will serve as a rechargeable battery for the national electricity grid, integrating additional solar and wind energy capacity. The approval follows the World Bank's decision to abandon its 45% climate lending target, though it pledged to renew its Climate Change Action Plan without specific lending targets.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition is commissioning a comprehensive audit of state energy sector agencies' balance sheets to identify and remove government-related debt, enabling entities like Tema Oil Refinery to access commercial financing more easily. TOR's Board Chairman disclosed the company inherited approximately US$517 million in legacy debt when the current Board began in July 2025.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Experts are urging Ghana to pursue a balanced energy transition that protects jobs, strengthens energy security and sustains economic growth while fulfilling its climate commitments. A Policy Lead at ACEP emphasized that Ghana's transition to cleaner energy should reflect the country's development needs alongside its climate obligations under the Paris Agreement.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's GDP growth from extracting resources like gold, timber, and oil does not account for the depletion and degradation of those natural assets. Natural Resource Accounting (NRA) applies standard business depreciation principles to track how changes in natural capital affect national wealth over time, providing a fuller picture of economic performance than conventional GDP measurement alone.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's Cocoa Board has disbursed an additional GH¢2.6 billion to Licensed Buying Companies to settle outstanding payments to cocoa farmers, bringing total payouts this crop season to more than GH¢34.5 billion. About GH¢1.4 billion of the new funds is earmarked for farmers whose cocoa was purchased on credit.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Cocoa Board has released GH¢2.6 billion to Licensed Buying Companies to pay cocoa farmers for cocoa purchases, with approximately GH¢1.4 billion specifically allocated to clear remaining balances owed to farmers whose cocoa was purchased on credit. Since the start of the 2025/26 crop season, COCOBOD has paid a total of GH¢34.52 billion to LBCs for onward payment to cocoa farmers.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Cocoa Board has released GH¢2.6 billion to Licensed Buying Companies to pay cocoa farmers across all cocoa-growing regions for the ongoing 2025/26 crop season and to clear outstanding arrears. Of the amount, approximately GH¢1.4 billion has been earmarked to settle remaining balances owed to farmers whose cocoa was taken on credit, with COCOBOD instituting monitoring mechanisms to ensure funds reach affected farmers directly.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Cocoa Board has released GH¢2.6 billion to Licensed Buying Companies, with more than half earmarked to clear outstanding debts owed to cocoa farmers. The latest release brings total disbursements to Licensed Buying Companies since the start of the 2025/26 crop season to GH¢34.52 billion.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Ghana Cocoa Board has released GH¢2.6 billion to Licensed Buying Companies to facilitate payments to cocoa farmers, with approximately GH¢1.4 billion specifically allocated to clear remaining balances owed for cocoa purchased on credit. Since the start of the 2025/26 crop season, COCOBOD has paid a total of GH¢34.52 billion to Licensed Buying Companies for onward payment to cocoa farmers.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A newly elected 15-member Board of the Cashew Council Ghana has been inaugurated in Sunyani with a mandate to strengthen coordination across the cashew value chain, deepen industry advocacy and drive competitiveness of Ghana's cashew sector. The Council serves as the principal private sector platform for producers, processors, traders and exporters.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ecoreclaim Initiative, a public-private partnership between the government and Logeist Group Limited, has launched a Kumasi office to coordinate environmental restoration of lands degraded by illegal mining in the Ashanti Region. The taskforce has warned illegal miners against re-entering reclaimed sites as part of efforts to restore forest cover and support long-term environmental sustainability.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Finance Ministry has credited GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund to National Disaster Management Committee accounts following President Mahama's directive, with GH¢200 million allocated for urgent relief to flood victims and affected communities and GH¢150 million for flood mitigation measures.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund is engaging stakeholders to finalise its Medicines List, a framework identifying medicines eligible for funding under the Trust Fund while establishing reimbursement prices and standardised treatment protocols. The initiative aims to ensure no Ghanaian is denied access to essential medicines due to financial constraints.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has called on traditional leaders to champion the government's Free Primary Healthcare policy in their communities and encourage residents to use CHPS compounds and health centres for routine check-ups. He stressed that preventive healthcare is the most effective way of reducing diseases and avoidable deaths.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana urged judges and lawyers to emulate the courage, fairness and integrity of three High Court judges who were murdered in 1982, dispensing justice without fear or favour and leaving behind true human values rather than corruption and nepotism.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Education Service has trained the fourth cohort of district teacher support teams on early childhood education under its Harmonised Scale Programme, which aims to improve kindergarten quality through play-based, child-centered teaching. The initiative includes plans to retrain more than 32,000 kindergarten teachers and end the practice of assigning pregnant, unwell, or disciplined teachers to kindergarten classrooms.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An urban development planner says unsafe building approvals continue despite clear land-use planning rules, citing weak enforcement and political interference. He noted this follows Monday's floods that killed 18 people and destroyed properties across Accra, the Central Region and other areas.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An urban development planner warns that protected lands and designated green zones are being taken over by influential individuals due to political interference, which is weakening enforcement of land-use and spatial planning rules intended to guide development in Ghana.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An Accra Circuit Court sentenced 43-year-old Eugenia Ifeoma to five years' imprisonment for recruiting, transporting and harbouring two Nigerian females for prostitution, and ordered her deportation after serving her sentence. Ifeoma pleaded guilty to human trafficking and illegal entry, and the court heard she had demanded daily remittances of GH¢200 from the victims' earnings and threatened them with supernatural consequences if they fled.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Actor Danny Glover told NBC that he received an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis not long after receiving an honorary Oscar in 2022. He said his movements, speech and memories have slowed, but he remains active and wants to help change the stigma around the disease by speaking out about his condition.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At St Monica's College of Education's 95th anniversary lecture in Mampong, the chairman of the institution's governing council said educating girls remains fundamental to building sustainable communities, strengthening economies and promoting social cohesion, despite progress over decades and the persistence of some traditional attitudes that discourage girls' schooling.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama told Ghanaians at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving that faith and thanksgiving should remain the nation's anchor despite recent devastating floods that claimed lives and destroyed property. He said lasting national development requires citizens to embrace integrity, discipline and patriotism as the foundation for transformation.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for a united national effort to address Accra's recurring flooding, stating the challenge requires collective responsibility, discipline and strict adherence to environmental regulations beyond engineering solutions alone.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering has called for an urgent overhaul of stormwater management policies, warning that conventional drainage infrastructure designed to channel water downstream is inadequate for modern urban environments. The Institution states that flooding in Accra is now a structural challenge driven by rapid urbanisation, loss of natural infiltration areas and fragmented management systems, rather than a seasonal occurrence.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Following devastating floods across southern Ghana that killed at least 12 people, displaced 7,761 households, and left seven missing, President Mahama released GH¢300 million from the Contingency Fund—GH¢150 million for emergency relief and GH¢150 million for flood prevention. The Chronicle argues this funding must be applied responsibly to aid victims.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Recent floods in Greater Accra displaced families and destroyed businesses, with government officials citing blocked drainage systems, poor sanitation, and development along waterways as major contributors. The article argues that while climate change and intense rainfall play a role, many of Ghana's flood disasters are worsened by poor waste disposal, with plastic bags and refuse filling gutters designed for drainage.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Upper East Regional Police Command arrested three suspects in Bolgatanga for allegedly trafficking young girls and forcing them into prostitution at a mining site in Talensi District. Preliminary investigations revealed that one suspect lured a victim from Nigeria with a promise of work in the film industry, then coerced her into prostitution and attempted to sell her newborn child.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ashanti Regional Police Command arrested six suspects at Airport Roundabout in Kumasi on Monday for allegedly dealing in unregistered pharmaceutical products. A search of their truck recovered 17 sacks of suspected unregistered tablets labelled Dyclosa 50mg and Royal Chest and Lungs, which will be handed to the FDA for examination.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nigeria's Minister of Education launched the Digitalised Nigeria Education Management Information System to collect real-time data on schools, teachers, enrolment, and infrastructure; about 90 per cent of public school data has been captured, but private school participation stands at around 50 per cent.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The National Disaster Management Organisation and Zoomlion Ghana Limited conducted a multi-site drain-clearing exercise on July 1, 2026, across flood-prone areas in Greater Accra as part of a 12-week "No Do No Do" campaign to improve stormwater flow and reduce flooding risk ahead of rains. The initiative includes post-flood assessments, desilting exercises, and public education to curb indiscriminate waste dumping into drains.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering's Civil Technical Division chairman outlined flood prevention proposals following Monday's heavy downpour, focusing on strengthening drainage systems, improving urban planning, and enforcing safety and environmental regulations to reduce future flood risks in densely populated areas like Accra.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The construction of a 1.5km box culvert drainage system from Nima Paloma to the Odaw River, which began in July 2024 under the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development project, has been terminated because of poor contractor performance, according to the Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources. The ministry sought World Bank approval to immediately complete critical works including demolishing the outfall wall, constructing downstream drainage, and completing upstream drainage sections.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Disaster Management Organisation has deployed teams to flood-affected communities to document losses and distribute relief items. The Director for Man-Made Disasters said current support is insufficient and called on individuals and organisations to contribute cash or goods to expand assistance.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is a major driver of recurring floods in Ghana and creates breeding grounds for disease-causing organisms, increasing the risk of malaria, cholera, and diarrhoeal diseases. He emphasises that while drainage infrastructure investment is necessary, public cooperation to stop discarding plastic bags, bottles, and refuse into waterways is critical to preventing floods and post-flood health emergencies.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Recent floods in Ghana killed at least 12 people, left 7 missing, and affected 7,761 households. An opinion piece argues that the disaster—which disrupts education, displaces families, and leaves psychological wounds—represents a Women, Peace and Security issue extending far beyond the visible physical damage.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Civil Technical Division of the Ghana Institution of Engineering calls for Ghana to return to natural systems of water management, saying years of unplanned development and construction on water-holding areas have stripped the environment of its ability to absorb rainfall and slow runoff, forcing water into drainage channels that cannot handle it.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews has partnered with the National Disaster Management Organisation to mobilise relief support for victims of Monday's floods, appealing for donations of clothing, medicine, water, foodstuff, blankets and money. The Director for Man-Made Disasters at NADMO said resources are insufficient and called for public support alongside ongoing government relief efforts.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Psychological Association announced free psychological first aid and counselling for victims of recent floods in Accra and other areas, urging employers to adopt flexible work arrangements for affected staff. The association warns that survivors may experience shock, grief, anxiety and sleep disturbances, and calls on state agencies to include psychosocial support in relief efforts.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Disaster Management Organisation says it anticipated heavy rains and carried out preparedness measures including demolition exercises to clear structures along waterways and improve drainage, though the actions faced public resistance. The Director for Man-Made Disasters noted that June recorded rainfall on 22 out of 30 days, with rainfall intensity exceeding expectations and contributing to flooding in parts of Accra.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Henry Quartey attributed Accra's recurring flooding to weak enforcement of planning and environmental regulations, arguing that while flooding cannot be entirely prevented, its effects could be minimised through effective drainage infrastructure and strict enforcement of development regulations. He noted that unauthorised developments and human activities have obstructed natural watercourses carrying runoff from the Akuapem Hills through communities like Abokobi, Haatso and Achimota before discharging into the Odaw River and Korle Lagoon.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Education Service has dismissed as false a viral claim that floodwaters on June 29 swept away West African Senior School Certificate Examination papers and that affected candidates would need to rewrite the exams. GES urged the public to disregard the statement and verify information before sharing it, relying only on official GES channels for updates.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Finance has transferred GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund to the National Disaster Management Committee following President Mahama's directive, with GH¢200 million for immediate relief interventions and GH¢150 million for flood mitigation measures.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Meteorological Department said Thursday would bring mostly cloudy conditions with a chance of light rain but no severe rainfall, offering relief after heavy downpours earlier in the week. The department expected rainfall activity to return toward the weekend with predominantly cloudy conditions.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Illegal mining operations have taken over the construction site of an Agenda 111 hospital project in Adansi Asokwa, Ashanti Region, which is about 90 per cent complete but stalled after a change in government. Residents warn that the extensive excavation poses risks of flooding and other environmental damage to the facility and surrounding public institutions.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Global Media Alliance and Women in PR Ghana hosted the PR x AI MasterLAB during the sixth World Public Relations Day Festival, offering communications professionals practical training in AI-powered content creation, media intelligence, and storytelling techniques.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Private hostel operators have appealed to the Rent Control Department for one month to establish an association for structured engagement with the Commissioner, citing concerns about negative media portrayals and seeking to address operational concerns. The appeal follows a petition by the National Union of Ghana Students calling for investigations into hostel pricing and stricter enforcement of rental laws.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The 37 Military Hospital has received a COBAS 5800 Viral Load Machine from Roche Pharmaceuticals Ghana Limited, procured through a partnership between the U.S. Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program and the Health Crescendos Foundation. The equipment will strengthen HIV prevention, treatment, care and monitoring services within the Ghana Armed Forces.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
An intelligence-led police operation in Kunsu, Ashanti Region, resulted in the arrest of four suspected drug peddlers on June 26, 2026. The police recovered a locally manufactured pistol, suspected Indian hemp, cocaine, Tramadol, and cash believed to be drug trade proceeds.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Heavy and intermittent rains on Monday caused severe flooding in Kpetoe in the Agotime-Ziope District, displacing about 500 people, destroying homes and farmlands, and submerging the Kpetoe Bridge on the Ho-Denu Highway. The Tordze River overflowed its banks, with no fatalities recorded as of early Tuesday, though the National Disaster Management Organisation and Ghana National Fire Service deployed personnel for rescue operations and damage assessment.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Actress and socialite Efia Odo has called on Ghanaians to put politics aside and focus on finding lasting solutions to recurring flooding in Accra, arguing that annual floods claim lives and damage properties while long-term infrastructure and solutions are needed rather than post-disaster promises.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Residents of Samreboi in Amenfi West Municipality are anxious following a Ghana Meteorological Agency forecast for rainfall from Thursday through Sunday, as the community still recovers from recent floods that submerged more than 200 houses, caused at least 26 building collapses, displaced thousands, and claimed at least one life.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ministry of Finance has transferred GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund to the National Disaster Management Committee's account, following President Mahama's directive and parliamentary approval. Of this amount, GH¢200 million will support urgent relief for flood victims and affected communities, while GH¢150 million will fund flood mitigation measures.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Greater Accra Regional Minister has directed all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives to ensure transparent and equitable distribution of relief items to residents affected by Monday's floods, stressing that all victims should be included and that transparency would restore public confidence.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The founder and CEO of Atlantic Catering and Logistics Limited distributed hundreds of hot meals across flood-affected communities in the Greater Accra Region in collaboration with NADMO, providing 500 meals in Tema West on Tuesday and 200 in Klottey Korle and Ablekuma North on Wednesday.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A modern water supply system funded by Gold Fields Ghana Foundation and World Vision Ghana has been completed and handed over to residents of Damang in the Western Region, providing improved access to safe, clean water for homes, schools, healthcare facilities, and public spaces. The system includes rehabilitated boreholes, a 100-cubic-metre reservoir, and a solar-powered pumping system, and is expected to reduce waterborne diseases and free up more time for children, especially girls, to attend school.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
More than 30 houses have collapsed in Keta Municipality island communities including Laworshime, Hagodzi, Mamime, Songbe, and Agorbledokui following devastating floods that have displaced residents and submerged homes, farmlands, and crops. The Assembly Member for Lawoshime Electoral Area called on government and authorities to provide urgent relief, noting residents lack access to food, clean water, and medical care and that rising floodwaters have isolated the island communities.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Residents of Alajo are calling on the government to urgently clear heaps of refuse left behind after recent floods, warning that another downpour could trigger a cholera outbreak and worsen living conditions. They say waste collection officials removed only part of the rubbish before their truck became full and did not return, leaving large volumes of waste piled dangerously close to drains and near food traders.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Ghana Association of Public Health and Technical Officers has warned that flood-affected communities in Accra face serious public health threats, including cholera, typhoid, hepatitis and malaria, citing contamination from floodwaters mixed with waste and weakened immunity from damp conditions in affected homes.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Policy analyst Kwame Jantuah lost nearly all his belongings when floodwaters swept through his residence on Monday, with water rising to waist level indoors and destroying his furniture, books, and most possessions. He characterized the floods as a systemic failure, noting that Accra has experienced recurring floods for 66 years despite successive governments.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bosome Freho District Assembly in the Ashanti Region has presented start-up kits to 39 persons with disabilities to improve their livelihoods and reduce street begging. The items—including fufu pounding machines, refrigerators, deep freezers, cocoa spraying machines and wheelchairs—were distributed through the Department of Social Welfare and Community Development using funding from the Persons with Disabilities Common Fund.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has experienced its heaviest monthly rainfall since 1995, with severe flooding in Accra and surrounding communities. Health authorities warn of cholera and typhoid outbreaks in the weeks following, as floodwater mixes with sewage and human waste, contaminating water and food supplies.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Heavy downpour across parts of Ghana caused deaths, displacement, and property destruction. The article attributes the devastation to clogged gutters, buildings on waterways, poor drainage systems, and disregard for environmental regulations, calling for citizens and authorities to enforce drainage maintenance, remove unauthorized structures, and respect planning laws.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission's Counselling, Referral and Social Reintegration Unit conducted an outreach programme for 50 persons living with drug use disorders in vulnerable conditions at Amakom as part of its "Wheels of Change" initiative, distributing food and drinks while encouraging them to seek professional help and support services.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Institution of Engineering chairman calls for a national rainwater harvesting policy requiring homes and buildings to capture and store rainwater from roofs, arguing that the measure could reduce flooding in urban areas by slowing the volume of water entering drains.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association has expressed condolences to individuals, families and communities affected by recent flooding in the country, assuring victims of its support. GFA President Kurt Okraku commended government, emergency responders and relief agencies for their efforts and urged Ghanaians to remain united and compassionate.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana endures a recurring annual cycle of flooding during rainy seasons that destroys homes, livelihoods, and claims lives across the country, particularly in Accra and regions along the White Volta Basin. The editorial argues this is no longer a natural disaster but a national planning challenge that requires bold policy decisions and coordinated action, not seasonal promises.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The fifth edition of Yinson Ghana Spelling Bee competition, held in Ahanta West Municipality, named new champions from 35 contestants across 25 schools. Winners and first runners-up in the JHS category received scholarships to support their education through Senior High School, alongside plaques, certificates, and tablet devices.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Musicians Union of Ghana has extended condolences to those affected by recent floods that inundated parts of Accra and other areas, and urged the public to support relief efforts and prioritise safety by heeding weather advisories and avoiding flood-prone areas.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly has announced a month-long free refuse collection exercise across the capital to address waste accumulation following recent flooding, with the Mayor also introducing a WhatsApp reporting line (054 491 4628) for residents to report sanitation issues.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Government has launched a new initiative under the amended Ghana Education Trust Fund Act to provide dedicated financial support for learners with special educational needs, aimed at strengthening inclusive education. Under the intervention, GETFund will assume full responsibility for feeding costs of all learners enrolled in public special schools and integrated schools across the country.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Brigadier General Forster Okae-Yeboah, Director General of Joint Operations of the Ghana Armed Forces, will address the nation on Thursday, July 3 at 11:00 a.m. on the progress of a nationwide flood mitigation exercise and measures being implemented to protect communities from flooding.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service's Special Operations Team, working with Ashanti Regional Police Command, arrested 24 suspected criminals across six communities in an intelligence-led operation targeting drug trafficking and organised crime, recovering a firearm, narcotics, vehicles and ammunition.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Association of Public Health Technical Officers has called on government to reinforce public health measures including compulsory handwashing and face masks in flood-affected communities to prevent waterborne disease outbreaks such as cholera, typhoid fever, and diarrhoeal diseases.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Researchers from USTED and KNUST hosted a Science for Africa Foundation delegation to review the NEPS Project, a 42-month multi-country study examining how educational pressure, poverty and psychosocial stressors affect the mental wellbeing of adolescents in Ghana, Sierra Leone and Tanzania.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National House of Chiefs has questioned the sustainability of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund beyond the current administration and called for the slogan "MahamaCares" to be de-emphasised to avoid politicisation. The traditional leaders cited abandoned projects like Agenda 111 and Saglemi Housing and requested assurances that the free national health care initiative will continue beyond 2028.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Women in Nkwanta South Municipality have appealed for an end to the protracted conflict, saying the insecurity is affecting livelihoods, family life, and marriages as men live in constant anxiety. They called on community leaders, security agencies, and government to work together to restore lasting peace.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Food and Drugs Authority has warned the public not to accept, consume, sell, or distribute food and regulated products recovered from floodwaters following June 29 flooding in Accra and other areas. The FDA said such items may be contaminated by floodwaters and mishandling, posing serious public health risks.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Keta Municipal Assembly will open the Kedzi Azizadzi floodgates on Friday, July 3, to drain excess floodwater from the overflowed lagoon into the sea as part of efforts to ease severe flooding affecting the municipality. The operation will be undertaken by technical experts and engineers from the Volta River Authority, NADMO, and other relevant institutions.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Municipal Chief Executive for Akatsi South welcomed a donation of dual desks to 13 basic schools and called for stronger public-private partnerships to address persistent shortages of classroom furniture affecting the municipality's 126 pre-schools, 126 primary schools and 79 junior high schools.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Access Plus Communications has launched the Eye Focus App, an AI-powered screening platform designed to make preliminary eye checks more accessible for school children and underserved communities. The app was presented as a bridge between technology and healthcare, with health officials encouraging public download and early intervention in eye health issues.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director of the Public Health Division of the Ghana Health Service warned that cholera risk persists after flooding because unsafe water and poor sanitation conditions remain. He advised Ghanaians to maintain vigilance around hygiene, especially handwashing with soap and clean water, cautioning against complacency once floodwaters recede.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Michael Jackson movie has become the highest-grossing biopic of all time after earning $977 million at the worldwide box office, surpassing director Christopher Nolan's 2023 film about theoretical physicist J Robert Oppenheimer.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku responded to public concern about his well-being after videos of him surfaced online in Abuja, saying he is fine and telling observers to focus on their government instead.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigerian movie star Deyemi Okanlawon disclosed that he quit acting in 2019 because the pay was inadequate and the work left him unfulfilled, returning instead to conventional employment.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asantehene received the Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi during the fifth Awukudae Festival, marked by traditional pageantry and symbolic gifts including a rare elephant tusk. The Yagbonwura arrived with a large delegation, and the Asantehene announced plans for a reciprocal visit to strengthen ties between the kingdoms.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II will visit the United States to preside over a special Akwasidae Festival celebration at Bowie State University, Maryland, accompanied by traditional leaders and members of the Asanteman Council. The event is expected to draw thousands of participants to celebrate Asante cultural heritage.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Max Meezy, an independent Ghanaian Afrobeat artist, is touring media outlets including GHOne TV, Bryt TV, Kessben FM/TV, Homebase TV, Accra FM and 4Syte TV to promote his King of the Jungle EP, which features the single "Big Body" with TMBwoy.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Kwadwo Sheldon, a Ghanaian YouTube personality and podcaster, has been shortlisted among the Top 10 Africans Shaping the Future of Digital Storytelling in 2026 by Crest Africa. Known for his commentary on entertainment, politics and everyday Ghanaian life, he is recognised as one of Ghana's most-subscribed independent digital creators.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Galaxy International School won 41 medals (16 gold, 18 silver, seven bronze) and several top honours at the 2026 Owlypia International Competition in London, with a delegation of 52 students competing in critical thinking, leadership, public speaking and collaborative problem-solving.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The family of late actress and entrepreneur Beverly Afaglo has changed the venue of her funeral service from Lashibi Funeral Home to the Forecourt of the State House, scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 7:00 a.m., with a Thanksgiving service to follow on Sunday, August 9 at Action Chapel International.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Astrology has become increasingly central to Gen Z digital culture, with users referencing their zodiac signs in social media bios and content as a way to express individuality. This cultural shift is translating into the physical world through a zodiac-themed jewelry revival, including a redesigned collection from Van Cleef & Arpels being relaunched at a more accessible price point.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Young people under 30 now account for a third of transactions at secondhand luxury watch retailer Bezel, defying predictions that mobile phones would make wristwatches obsolete. Gen Z watch collectors, who have grown up with time displayed on phones and other devices, are purchasing luxury timepieces ranging from thousands to tens of thousands of dollars.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Yagbonwura of the Gonja Kingdom has called for stronger collaboration with the Asante Kingdom, saying their ancient relationship should be deepened to promote peace, preserve culture, and improve community welfare. He also urged traditional leaders across Ghana to demonstrate the relevance of the chieftaincy institution.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's all-female gospel music trio Daughters of Glorious Jesus says unity is the key legacy they wish to be remembered for, noting that unity breeds victory in music and all aspects of life, and that humility has also been central to their decades-long togetherness.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana National Council of Metropolitan Chicago held Chicago's first ceremonial raising of the Ghanaian flag at Daley Plaza on July 1, marking Ghana's Republic Day and officially launching the 37th Annual GhanaFest®, scheduled for July 25 at Washington Park under the theme "Connecting Our Community Through Culture and Commerce."
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Senegal lost 3-2 to Belgium in a World Cup match after Youri Tielemans converted a penalty awarded by VAR in the 125th minute. The loss echoes January's Africa Cup of Nations final, where Senegal was also undone by a controversial VAR-awarded late penalty.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nottingham Forest has parted ways with manager Vitor Pereira and is poised to appoint former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as his successor, with a deal virtually complete. Glasner, who led Palace to the Europa Conference League title last season, will become Forest's fifth manager in fewer than 12 months.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
UEFA will not use the red card law for mouth-covering in confrontations across its competitions, despite approving the rule change. The decision comes after the Benfica-Real Madrid incident in February, where Gianluca Prestianni was banned for homophobic conduct, though UEFA referees may still show yellow cards if warranted.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Spanish former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla has retired at age 41 after a career that included two FA Cups with the Gunners, two Euros titles with Spain, and a remarkable recovery from gangrene in 2016 that required 11 operations. He ended his career with three years at boyhood club Oviedo, where he played on minimum salary and donated his image rights, requesting 10 per cent of jersey sales go to the club's youth academy.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
As of 2 July, 14 players still active at the World Cup are technically without clubs to return to after the tournament ends. Notable free agents include Casemiro, James Rodriguez, Mo Salah, John Stones, and others, some of whom are using the competition to impress potential suitors despite their employment situations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Midfielder Diogo Jota, a Liverpool player, died in a car accident in Spain on 3 July 2025, a year before Portugal's World Cup match against Croatia. His teammate Ruben Neves continues to message Jota in a WhatsApp group with Jota's widow and maintains archived conversations to send him messages on special occasions.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Spain won a men's World Cup knockout match for the first time in 16 years, defeating Austria 3-0 in Los Angeles to reach the last 16. Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal (twice) and Pedro Porro secured Spain's comfortable victory.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham have completed the signing of 21-year-old midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham for a club-record £85m guaranteed fee. Fernandes, who has played once for Portugal, spent the past two seasons in the Premier League with Southampton and West Ham, and is Spurs' fifth summer signing.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Folarin Balogun scored and was later sent off as the United States defeated Bosnia-Herzegovina to reach the World Cup last 16, with Malik Tillman's late free-kick sealing a 2-0 victory. The US will face Belgium in Seattle on Monday for a quarter-final place.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to remain open until 05:00 on Monday to allow football fans to watch England's World Cup round-of-16 clash with Mexico, which kicks off at 01:00 UK time. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reversed an earlier decision not to extend licensing laws further, citing benefits for both supporters and publicans.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Portugal and Croatia meet in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 in Toronto, a match that could mark the final international tournament appearance for aging superstars Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric. Portugal's performances have been inconsistent while Croatia showed vulnerabilities against England, leaving the match without a clear favourite.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team has landed in Kansas City for a decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia on Friday, July 3, 2026. The match is a must-win for the Black Stars to advance to the Round of 16.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia criticized Senegal's tactical approach after his team came from 2-0 down to win 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 32, saying Senegal's decision to protect their goal at 2-0 was a serious mistake that changed the momentum of the match.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana will take on Colombia in a Round of 32 clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City on Saturday, a make-or-break encounter for the Black Stars after finishing third in their group. Colombia arrives as Group K winners and unbeaten, while Ghana qualified despite losses to Croatia and England.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School and Accra Academy will renew their football rivalry in the curtain-raiser of the 2026 All Star Festival, a two-day event at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on July 10–11 featuring expanded family activities, a Kids' Play Zone, and a business convocation alongside the football competition.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana intensified preparations for a FIFA Men's World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia, scheduled for Friday, July 3, at Kansas City Stadium. The Black Stars finished third in Group L with four points, while Colombia advanced as Group K winners with seven points from an unbeaten campaign.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Chelsea have completed the signing of 21-year-old Italian right-back Marco Palestra from Atalanta for around £47 million including add-ons, with Palestra signing a six-year contract as the club's first signing under new manager Xabi Alonso.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Serena Williams injured her right knee during her singles match at Wimbledon on Tuesday and may not be fit enough to play in the scheduled doubles with her sister Venus on Friday. Williams tweaked her knee late in the first set of her loss to Maya Joint, but her agent said she is doing everything she can to be ready for the doubles match.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Stars advanced to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the best third-placed teams despite a 2-1 defeat to Croatia, embodying steady progress and resilience rather than flamboyant performance.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, is rallying international support from investors, philanthropists and corporate organisations to fund sports development and talent opportunities for young athletes, emphasizing that Ghana has abundant sporting talent but lacks sufficient financial investment to unlock its potential.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Governments, universities, businesses and communities across Africa are being urged to harness nature-based solutions to address climate change, create jobs and advance sustainable development. At a University of Ghana public lecture, experts said protecting and restoring forests, wetlands, mangroves and healthy soils could reduce climate risks and enhance food security across the continent.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A man spent nearly $6,000 on travel and hotels to take his parents from Mexico to Dallas for an Argentina v Austria World Cup match after buying $1,700 tickets on StubHub, but the seller cancelled one day before travel, leaving the family stranded at the stadium gates. The cancellation is part of what industry insiders call one of the largest ticketing collapses in history, attributed to "speculative ticketing" where unverified sellers list tickets they do not own, hoping to source them cheaper before reselling at higher prices.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Police in Singapore have seized a luxury mansion allegedly purchased using proceeds from smuggling Nvidia AI chips subject to US export controls. The property, valued at 55 million Singapore dollars, is suspected to have been funded with at least two-thirds criminal proceeds, and its chief executive of Aperia Group faces money laundering charges.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The WHO Director-General said the hantavirus outbreak is nearing its end, with all contacts of identified cases having completed their follow-up periods and no additional cases reported; the total remains 13 cases, including three fatalities.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran and the United States concluded indirect talks in Doha focusing on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and unfreezing Iranian funds, with no sign of headway toward lasting peace. Qatar's Foreign Ministry reported "positive progress" on issues related to an interim agreement announced two weeks prior, though sources said the nuclear program did not come up in the technical discussions.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
German prosecutors arrested a German-Rwandan national accused of being an accomplice to genocide and 25 counts of murder during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis, allegedly while serving as an assistant to the mayor of Kayove in northwestern Rwanda. The suspect is accused of ordering deaths of Tutsis on five separate occasions, inciting extermination in his town, and personally participating in at least one killing.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The World Bank Group approved a 2026–2032 partnership strategy and $1.25 billion financing package for Nigeria aimed at driving job creation and economic growth through private sector–led expansion of energy, digital, and agricultural services. The strategy targets expanded access to energy for 32 million people, broadband for 58 million, health and nutrition for 40 million, and support for 9.5 million farmers.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghanaian government has begun arrangements to repatriate the body of 40-year-old Bashiru Isak, who was shot dead during anti-immigrant demonstrations in Cape Town on June 30. Ghana's High Commission in Pretoria has lodged a formal protest and demanded a full investigation into the killing.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has intensified diplomatic pressure following the fatal shooting of a 40-year-old Ghanaian national, Bashiru Isak, during xenophobic attacks in Cape Town on June 30. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the African Union Commission to urgently address Ghana's petition against xenophobia in South Africa and has filed formal protests and complaints with South African authorities.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
South Africa's government rejected Ghana's claim that a Ghanaian national was killed during anti-immigrant demonstrations on June 30, stating instead that the victim was shot at his workplace on June 29 in what police suspect to be a criminal, extortion-related incident unrelated to any demonstrations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has asked WhatsApp to pause its new username feature, which would let users chat using unique usernames instead of phone numbers, citing concerns it could increase online fraud and phishing scams. WhatsApp says the feature is not yet live and has built in safeguards including detection of impersonation and scams.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former COCOBOD public affairs head Fiifi Boafo has accused the South African government of complicity in xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals, including Ghanaians, alleging the state has failed in its constitutional duty to protect residents. His criticism follows the fatal shooting of Ghanaian Bashiru Isak in Cape Town during xenophobic demonstrations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Solomon Owusu, Director of Communications for the United Party, has accused the South African government of financing recent attacks and killings of Ghanaians in South Africa, claiming the violence is politically motivated and linked to the ruling ANC's declining support.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The European Union, which grew from a 1951 coal-and-steel community of six countries, now comprises 27 Member States and roughly 450 million people, forming the world's largest trading bloc. The EU operates a single market, customs union, and common currency (the Euro, used by 21 members), and maintains diplomatic delegations globally including in Ghana.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Government of Japan has signed a grant agreement worth 341 million Japanese yen (approximately $2.11 million) to support postgraduate scholarships for Ghanaian public sector officials under the Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship. The grant will finance master's and doctoral studies for young Ghanaian government officials at selected universities in Japan, including Kobe University, Ritsumeikan University, and others.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
A 40-year-old Ghanaian national was shot dead in Cape Town on Monday amid South Africa's escalating xenophobic demonstrations, prompting Ghana's Foreign Affairs Ministry to lodge a formal diplomatic protest and demand investigation and prosecution.
2 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
An international relations expert has cautioned against calls for Ghana and other African countries to boycott South African goods in response to xenophobic protests, saying diplomatic channels have not been exhausted and economic retaliation could undermine resolution efforts.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three Nigerians have been arrested in India for alleged involvement in drug trafficking after entering on medical and tourist visas. Anti-Narcotic Wing operatives seized 10.27 kg of MDMA crystals and 2.044 kg of hydroponic ganja worth around Rs 23 crore from the suspects, who allegedly obtained the drugs from another Nigerian based in Delhi.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The South African Revenue Service requires all travellers entering or leaving South Africa to submit an online declaration via the South African Traveller Management System no more than 24 hours before departure, effective 1 July 2026. The system, piloted since 2022 on a voluntary basis, is now mandatory for citizens, residents, and foreign travellers across air, land, sea, and rail ports.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Security analyst Prof. Vladimir Antwi-Danso characterized South Africa's pushback against Ghana's account of a Ghanaian's killing in Cape Town as routine diplomatic communication, saying Ghana appropriately demanded investigation while South Africa's distancing from xenophobic claims was a predictable part of normal diplomatic exchange.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Hernán Gil was freed after being trapped for over 100 hours under 140 tonnes of rubble following twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24. Almost 2,300 people are confirmed dead, with tens of thousands still missing, as international rescue teams continue operations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An 11-year-old boy in Ontario died from rabies after being awoken by a bat on his face in 2024. His parents did not seek immediate medical attention because he had no visible injuries, but 19 days later he developed facial numbness and swelling, leading to emergency care and eventual diagnosis.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Russian forces launched what Kyiv's mayor described as the "most massive attack" on the Ukrainian capital, deploying the largest number of weapons and hitting a wide area, killing at least 18 people and injuring around 90. Moscow said it hit military plants in retaliation for attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure, while Ukraine accused Russia of deliberately targeting residential areas and civilians.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
BBC investigation revealed that Twana Jamal, an Iraqi Kurd convicted in France in 2016 for people smuggling and described as "the godfather" of French migrant camps, is living in Leicestershire and working illegally while believed to be seeking asylum. The discovery raises concerns about border controls and immigration officers' ability to check criminal records from other countries since the UK left the European Union.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has condemned the killing of 40-year-old Ghanaian national Bashiru Isak, who was fatally shot in Cape Town on June 30 during anti-immigrant demonstrations, and has lodged a formal protest with South African authorities demanding a full investigation and prosecution of those responsible.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
South African Police Service confirmed the murder of 35-year-old Ghanaian Kwabena Boagen in Nyanga on June 29, 2026, allegedly linked to extortion; gunmen remain at large and detectives are investigating.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Leader of Concerned Ghanaians in South Africa has stated that a Ghanaian national's killing occurred on June 29, 2026, before anti-immigration demonstrations began on June 30, and cautioned against conflating unrelated incidents involving foreign nationals with the protests, citing risks of misinformation.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Abu Jinapor, Ranking Member of Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has called conflicting accounts from Ghana and South Africa regarding a Ghanaian national's death in Cape Town "deeply disturbing," warning that the dispute reflects a concerning breakdown in bilateral relations between the two governments.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ryanair and Berlin Airport's leadership have warned of severe travel disruption this summer due to the EU's new Entry-Exit System (EES), which requires non-EU travellers to register biometric information at entry. Non-EU nationals are facing queue waits of up to two hours at some terminals, and Ryanair has urged governments to postpone the system until after the summer holiday period.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chinese authorities said a 66-year-old pilot crashed his small plane into Beijing's tallest skyscraper last week while suffering from chronic insomnia and anxiety; the crash killed the pilot and wounded 13 others, with the authorities describing it as endangering public safety caused by personal reasons.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Vatican excommunicated more than half a million members of the Society of Saint Pius X, a conservative Catholic splinter sect, after the group consecrated four bishops against papal instruction. The Vatican said all SSPX lay members are to be considered schismatic and excommunicated, though those who leave and return to the Roman Catholic Church would be welcomed back.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Makmid Camara, Founder and Director of Repairing International Development, has called for a fundamental overhaul of the global development architecture to make it more inclusive and equitable for indigenous peoples and communities in the Global South. He proposed a "Six Rs Framework"—reconnection, re-education, repair, rebuilding, reimagining and resistance—to guide reforms that prioritize community well-being over economic growth alone.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's urban flooding crisis stems partly from unplanned settlements, rapid urbanisation, and construction on waterways. The article argues that embracing modern multi-storey apartment developments could preserve land for drainage infrastructure and natural flood-control systems, citing examples from Singapore, the Netherlands, Germany, Japan and South Korea.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that while the NPP is entitled to discipline members who undermine the party, leadership must balance enforcement of constitutional order with the need to preserve cohesion and electoral viability.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An industrialist and sustainability consultant argues that recurring floods in Accra pose an economic risk and suggests relocating Ghana's capital and key national institutions to the Accra–Kumasi Expressway Corridor to address climate vulnerability.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
An opinion piece argues that Ghana's improved performance against England in the 2026 World Cup under coach Carlos Queiroz demonstrates that effective leadership, rather than resources or talent, is the most important factor in transforming teams and organisations.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →