The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications has rejected the Minority's demand for the Attorney General's dismissal over the disbursement of GH¢350 million to flood victims, insisting no law was breached and the government acted within legal framework.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications has rejected the Minority's demand for the Attorney General's dismissal over the disbursement of GH¢350 million to flood victims, insisting no law was breached and the government acted within legal framework.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama held a National Security Council meeting on July 8 to review flooding that affected several communities on June 29, with briefings on emergency response and future flood prevention measures. The meeting focused on strengthening coordination among state institutions for disaster response and supporting affected communities.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama said the government is taking steps to reduce the impact of flooding, though floods cannot be completely eliminated as natural disasters. He attributed the severity of recent June 29 floods affecting southern Ghana to intensifying rainfall driven by climate change.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Jinapor, Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has urged government to ensure decisions on Ghana's foreign relations are backed by facts and guided by national interest, following Ghana's postponement of bilateral meetings with South Africa due to anti-migrant violence.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ranking Member of Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee Samuel Jinapor called for Ghana's foreign relations to be guided by credibility and national interest, following the government's postponement of bilateral meetings with South Africa over anti-migrant violence. He stressed that all foreign engagements must reflect Ghana's interests and protect Ghanaians living abroad.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee Samuel Jinapor has urged the government to ensure Ghana's foreign policy is grounded in "unimpeachable facts" while taking strong action to protect Ghanaians in South Africa, following Ghana's postponement of bilateral meetings with South Africa over anti-migrant violence.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Jinapor, Ranking Member of Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, said Ghana's foreign policy must be guided by national interest and protection of citizens rather than political considerations, citing Article 73 of the Constitution. He supported government measures to protect Ghanaians in South Africa amid anti-migrant violence that prompted Ghana to postpone bilateral meetings.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's parliamentary Minority has endorsed the government's pursuit of tougher diplomatic action against South Africa over treatment of Ghanaians, including calls for African Union sanctions. The Ranking Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee emphasized that all foreign policy measures must prioritize Ghana's national interest and protection of its citizens abroad.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is planning to form his own political party, according to a pro-Faye coalition, marking a deepening split with recently ousted Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The move comes as Sonko, now speaker of the National Assembly, pushes for constitutional reforms that would prevent a sitting president from leading a political party.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Upper East Regional Minister says the PEARL Framework, a 10-year development and investment blueprint, will mobilise partnerships, attract investment, create jobs, and build a prosperous and resilient regional economy. The framework provides a strategic roadmap for unlocking the region's potential through enterprise, agriculture, industrialisation, infrastructure and human capital development.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged the National Research Fund to focus on delivering practical solutions to Ghana's development challenges rather than measuring success by the number of projects supported. The NRF is transitioning into a fully operational national institution following its official launch by President Mahama in June.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Auditor-General has declared two land lease agreements entered into by the Accra Metropolitan Assembly as "null and void and of no legal effect," after the Assembly leased two parcels of public land to Hamm Company Limited for a total of GH¢5.14 million without obtaining required written approval from the Finance Minister, contrary to the Public Financial Management Regulations, 2019.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Electoral Commission Staff Union has petitioned the EC Chairperson for governance and administrative reforms, including suspension of the Director of Finance recruitment process until approved at a duly constituted Commission meeting, and suspension of a proposed asset auction pending a comprehensive replacement plan.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Larry Alans-Dogbey, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of The Herald, has appealed his conviction and seven-day prison sentence for contempt of court handed down by the High Court on June 25, 2026. His lawyers argue the interlocutory injunction that led to the conviction was an unlawful prior restraint on freedom of expression and was vague and ambiguous.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The wife of former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba has filed a habeas corpus application at the High Court in Accra, seeking to compel the Bureau of National Investigations and the Attorney-General to produce her husband before the court. She contends that he has been held by the BNI since July 4, 2026, following his arrest at Accra International Airport despite being granted court leave to travel abroad for medical treatment.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Police Service has warned the public against the unauthorised use of sirens, horns, strobe lights and other emergency warning devices on vehicles, citing the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012. The Service says ongoing nationwide enforcement operations have led to arrests and pledges to intensify efforts to ensure compliance.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly faces asset seizures, including its main office and mayor's residence, after a waste management contractor, Osbon Ventures, won a Supreme Court judgment for GH¢8 million in unpaid sanitation contract debts dating back to 2007. The company executed the court order last Thursday, attaching the assembly's administrative offices, utility vans, and waste management trucks.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Civil society protesters stormed Nigeria's Senate seeking rejection of President Tinubu's ambassadorial nominee Abayomi Fasina over pending sexual misconduct allegations. The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations called for delaying confirmation until legal proceedings conclude, warning they would petition the nominated country if the Senate approved him.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza has warned contractors to complete and hand over their ongoing government road projects before seeking new contracts, stating the government is considering making project completion a requirement before awarding additional road projects to curb delays.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A KNUST economist argues Ghana should adopt long-term economic policies for sustainable transformation rather than repeatedly seeking IMF support, noting the country is currently under the IMF's Policy Coordination Instrument after completing a $3 billion Extended Credit Facility program.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Justice Yonny Kulendi has cautioned lawyers and judicial officers against seeking appointments to the bench for financial gain, emphasizing that judging is a call to service and that pursuing judicial positions with wealth-accumulation intentions risks compromising the judiciary's integrity and independence. He stressed that judicial office requires dedication to justice and national service, and that the decision to accept it should be guided by individual values and priorities.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Supreme Court Judge Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi has called on Ghanaians to stop offering bribes to judges, arguing that the fight against corruption in the judiciary requires public cooperation and that those who attempt to influence court outcomes through bribery contribute significantly to the problem. He acknowledged that some judicial officers engage in corrupt practices but stressed that such cases should not overshadow the many judges and court officials who serve honestly.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Roads and Highways has begun inspections of key road projects in the Eastern, Volta and Oti regions to assess progress, evaluate contractor performance, and ensure work meets approved standards. The monitoring exercise includes rehabilitation of the Atimpoku–Asikuma Junction corridor, maintenance on the Asikuma Junction–Have road, reconstruction of the Have–Hohoe stretch, and rehabilitation of the Hohoe–Jasikan–Nkwanta–Dambai corridor.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Arthur Kobina Kennedy, an NPP member, has urged the Supreme Court to use an ongoing constitutional case challenging the delegates system of political parties to advance internal democracy and strengthen Ghana's democratic governance. The case, brought by former ministers Frimpong-Boateng, Nyaho-Tamakloe, and Amoako-Nuamah, asks the court to declare aspects of the delegates system unconstitutional, with judgment expected on July 24.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former NPP National Chairman Paul Afoko has called on party members to set aside differences and unite to rebuild the party and regain power in the 2028 election. Afoko, who is seeking a fresh mandate as National Chairman, made the appeal during a campaign tour of the Northern Region.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party has set Saturday, September 19, 2026, for its National Delegates Conference to elect new national officers and consider other party matters. The party has also invited members and stakeholders to submit proposals for constitutional amendments ahead of the conference.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament's Sanitation Committee Ralph Poku-Adusei has blamed the government for Ghana's worsening sanitation challenges, arguing it has failed to provide resources for effective waste management and lacks the logistics, infrastructure, and personnel needed to manage waste nationwide.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The MP for Mpraeso, a co-sponsor of the Constitution Amendment Bill 2025, says the Council of State's advice against the Bill is not binding on Parliament, and that the final decision rests with lawmakers who will proceed to committee scrutiny and parliamentary debate.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chris Larbi Boateng, an NPP communication team member, has stated that Ghana cannot move forward with the NDC in power, citing the government's failure to implement flagship policies including the 24-Hour Economy and the formula 1-3-3 for youth unemployment after nearly two years in office.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Attorney General has alleged that former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab presented a court order lifting a freeze on his landed properties as though it also applied to his frozen bank accounts, in an attempt to withdraw funds. Two freezing orders from July 2025 had frozen his bank accounts and those of alleged accomplices, but the AG argues the court ruling he presented related only to landed properties, not the bank accounts.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Attorney General has asked the Accra High Court to revoke a travel order granted to former Buffer Stock Company CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab, arguing he based his request on an online booking with UK retailer Boots rather than a confirmed medical appointment. Mr Hanan is standing trial on charges of stealing and causing financial loss to the state involving more than GH¢70 million.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Administrator of the District Assemblies Common Fund disclosed that 1,587 of 4,767 projects traced across the country have been found not to exist, attributing this to lack of transparency during the previous administration. He has instituted measures to strengthen transparency and accountability in fund management.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
CHALOG President Richard Fiadomor has accused political actors of undermining Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies' ability to enforce sanitation and development laws, saying persistent interference prevents them from taking decisive action on development control, unauthorised structures, and sanitation enforcement.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Frederick Kumi (Abu Trica) has been rushed to the Police Hospital, according to his lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor, who says his legal team has been denied access to their client for over a week and authorities have not disclosed where he is being held. Barker-Vormawor warned he will file a habeas corpus application if authorities continue to deny Abu Trica legal representation.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority in Parliament is calling for the dismissal of Attorney General Dr Dominic Ayine, alleging he oversaw an unlawful disbursement of GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund to support flood victims. The Minority contends the disbursement may have breached a court order and Ghana's public finance laws because the Contingency Fund was under attachment at the time.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The deputy minority leader in Parliament has raised concerns about how GH¢350 million allocated for flood relief was accessed, noting that the funds were announced as released by the Ministry of Finance while a court process involving the contingency fund—Parliament's stated source—remained unresolved. She questioned whether another public account was used to finance the disbursement if the contingency fund remained under attachment and could not lawfully be accessed.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Roads and Highways has ordered contractor Greenhouse International Development Ltd to achieve at least 20 per cent progress on the Have–Hohoe Road project within two months or risk losing the contract, citing slow pace of work over more than a decade despite adequate funding.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang said that Ghana's public and civil service should be measured not just by policies and institutional achievements but by the quality of services experienced by citizens. She launched a book on citizen experience and civil service reform, calling for citizen-centred strategies and evaluating institutional performance based on citizens' experiences.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority in Parliament has demanded the immediate resignation or dismissal of the Attorney General, alleging he breached legal procedures by directing the release of GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund for flood relief despite ongoing garnishee proceedings involving the fund.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The New Patriotic Party will hold its National Delegates Conference on September 19, 2026, to elect new national officers and address other matters under its constitution. The party has invited members to submit constitutional amendment proposals by July 17, 2026.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Minority in Parliament is questioning the legality of a GH¢350 million allocation for flood relief and post-flood mitigation, calling for the Finance and Justice Ministers to appear before Parliament to explain the source and process used to release the funds.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament has passed the Community Service Bill, 2026, establishing a legal framework for community service as an alternative to imprisonment for specified categories of offences and creating a National Community Service Secretariat. The legislation aims to reduce pressure on Ghana's prisons and government expenditure while promoting rehabilitation and offender reintegration.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister told Parliament that eight companies have applied to cultivate industrial cannabis in Ghana, where only cannabis with THC content of 0.3 per cent or less is legally permitted for industrial and medicinal purposes. The Ministry is conducting a nationwide education campaign and plans to expand narcotics control operations across all 261 metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama reaffirmed his government's commitment to transforming the Upper West Region into a centre of academic excellence in Northern Ghana through sustained investment in education infrastructure, teacher development, digital learning, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training, while also planning to improve water access and renewable energy in the region.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama told the Upper West Regional House of Chiefs that the true measure of governance is projects completed and delivered to communities, not projects announced. He said his administration has changed management of the District Assemblies Common Fund, directing that 80 per cent be transferred directly to districts instead of being held and disbursed from Accra.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has proposed stronger partnerships between traditional authorities and MMDAs, with chiefs playing a more active role in monitoring local development projects. He suggested that MMDAs hold annual stakeholder meetings with chiefs to brief them on project implementation, account for resource use, and receive input on development priorities.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama assured the Upper West Regional House of Chiefs that his administration will ensure the region receives its fair share of national development projects and economic opportunities, highlighting agriculture, cross-border trade, renewable energy and tourism as areas of strategic potential.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has attributed many of Ghana's chieftaincy disputes to corruption among kingmakers, claiming that financial inducements have influenced the selection of traditional leaders and urging traditional authorities to strengthen succession systems. He told the Upper West Regional House of Chiefs that kingmakers have become corrupt and install people with no connection to royal families, creating conflicts.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama announced plans to codify chieftaincy succession processes in the Upper West Region to reduce disputes and prevent conflicts over rightful successors by clearly documenting royal families, succession gates, and rotational arrangements. Mahama cited corruption among kingmakers as motivation for formalising succession processes.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A California bankruptcy court judge ruled that Chrome Holding, which took control of 23andMe after its 2023 bankruptcy, must pay $46.75m in compensation to victims of a 2023 data breach affecting as many as 6.9 million people. The settlement will be distributed through Kroll Restructuring within five business days of the ruling.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Meta is facing criticism over its new Muse Image AI tool, which can generate images using other people's public Instagram profile pictures without explicit consent. Advocates and privacy groups warn the feature risks facilitating non-consensual AI-altered images, though Meta says users can opt out through a dedicated setting.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Department of Commerce has approved a wide release of OpenAI's GPT 5.6 model, which the company expects to launch this week following additional testing and government meetings, according to Axios. Last month OpenAI had delayed the public launch at the U.S. government's request, limiting initial access to vetted partners.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana says recent cedi stability is expected to continue following improved foreign exchange conditions, supported by its Forex Intermediation and FX Intervention programmes. The cedi recorded its first monthly appreciation of more than 3% in June 2026, and the BoG plans to supply about US$1 billion to the market in July 2026.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 24-Hour Economy agenda was the focus of a Ghana-Canada Investment Forum in Toronto on June 15, 2026, which brought together about 135 participants to explore trade, investment and collaboration between the two countries. Officials presented Ghana as a gateway to the African market and encouraged Canadian investment in the country.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Stallion Automobile Industry Limited has launched the Maxus and Bestune vehicle brands in Ghana, offering electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and petrol and diesel models. The company aims to support the transition to cleaner transport technologies, though limited charging infrastructure remains a challenge to wider EV adoption.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Stock Exchange Composite Index closed at 14,712.00 points, up 4.86 points, while the Financial Stocks Index fell 20.46 points to 8,218.45 points. Year-to-date, the Composite Index is up 67.75 per cent while the Financial Stocks Index is down 76.85 per cent.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has extended 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, 2026, to provide relief to taxpayers whose operations were disrupted by recent heavy rains and flooding in Accra and surrounding communities.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
United Bank for Africa announced that Group Chairman Tony Elumelu will conclude his 12-year tenure on August 21, 2026, with Emmanuel N. Nnorom named as his successor. UBA credited Elumelu with transforming the bank from a Nigerian institution into "Africa's Global Bank."
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Banks and Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions reported GH¢68.2 million in fraud exposure in 2025 but recovered only GH¢3.7 million (5%), leaving losses of approximately GH¢64.5 million, despite a 34% decline in fraud cases at banks and 47% decline at SDIs. Cash suppression was the costliest fraud typology, accounting for GH¢40.7 million in value at risk, largely driven by one case involving GH¢36 million.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Electricity Company of Ghana has scheduled maintenance exercises on Wednesday, July 8, across the Ashanti, Accra West, Volta, and Central regions, with outages affecting numerous communities in Ashanti running from 9:00 am to between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm, while Accra East engineers work to resolve a faulty transformer.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana reports that employees involved in fraud across banks and specialised deposit-taking institutions fell from 365 in 2024 to 219 in 2025, a 40% decline, with 63% of cases linked to cash theft and suppression. However, only 75 staff were dismissed in 2025, a 52% decline from 155 dismissals in 2024, representing 34% of all implicated staff.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Roads Minister has said this year's heavy rains are exposing the quality of road construction across the country, urging contractors to construct proper drainage systems and ensure all engineering standards are met to prevent premature deterioration.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof. Godfred Bokpin argues that while digital fraud is rising, Ghana should not slow its transition to digital payments because the overall benefits—financial inclusion, lower costs, convenience, and job creation—outweigh the risks. The key challenge is managing those risks rather than halting digitisation.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Banks and fintech companies disagree over who faces heavier regulation in Ghana's digital financial sector, with each claiming the other operates under lighter supervision. The Bank of Ghana's Head of Fintech and Innovation says the real concern is that fraud can spread across the entire financial system if any part is weakly regulated.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
University of Ghana economist Godfred Bokpin says increased digital payments could reduce the central bank's cost of replacing physical currency by reducing wear on banknotes and prolonging their lifespan, while also improving financial inclusion and lowering transaction costs.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
China-based used car e-commerce platform Guazi has expanded its overseas operations to Ghana and other selected markets across Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia and Eastern Europe, offering inspection-backed vehicle sourcing services to make cross-border purchases more transparent and accessible.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
In May 2026, the World Bank downgraded the $350 million Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project to "Moderately Unsatisfactory", citing fiscal controls by the Ministry of Finance that delayed contractor payments and restricted fund access. The Finance Ministry defended the tighter oversight as necessary following concerns over spending under the previous administration, with expenditure records revealing items such as management training at a resort, staff retreats, funeral-related costs, and sod cutting ceremonies.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has given Electrochem Ghana Limited, a salt mining company and McDan Group subsidiary, seven days to settle an outstanding tax liability of GH¢8.6 million or face further enforcement action, including possible restrictions on access to its mining facility. The outstanding liability dates back to 2021, and the GRA has sealed the company's administration block in Ada as part of enforcement measures.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Insurers Association opened its 4th International Educational Seminar, with the GIA President calling on industry players to demonstrate bold leadership and strengthen professional capacity to address emerging challenges including climate change, cyber threats, and artificial intelligence. The President highlighted insurance as a key pillar of national resilience and noted the sector's response to past disasters, including GH¢36 million in claims paid following the June 3, 2015 twin fire and flood disaster.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana reports that Rural and Community Banks accounted for 56 of 109 cash suppression cases (51%) in the specialised deposit-taking institution sector in 2025, though overall fraud cases declined 47% from 2024. Despite fewer reported incidents, financial exposure from fraud rose 77% to GH¢8 million, with Rural and Community Banks accounting for 90% of cash suppression value at risk.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Roads and Highways has commended contractor USSUYA Ghana Limited for quality work on the 17.5-kilometre Atimpoku–Frankadua road project, which is approximately 32.3 per cent complete as part of the government's Big Push infrastructure initiative.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Europe's early-stage investment community is redirecting capital toward Africa's accelerating AI sector, with the Estonian Business Angels Network representing European investors at the Pan African AI Summit to connect founders with scaling expertise and funding.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced the government is preparing to begin the procurement process for a new airport in Wa, part of a strategy to enhance transport infrastructure and position the Upper West Region as a commercial and logistics gateway between Ghana and the Sahel under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's financial sector recorded nearly 25,000 fraud cases in 2025, a 48% surge from 16,733 cases in 2024, with value at risk climbing to over GH¢100 million. The spike was driven almost entirely by Payment Service Providers, which saw a 54% increase in incidents, while banks and SDIs recorded significant declines.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced plans to transform Upper West Region into a major commercial and logistics hub by improving border infrastructure, transport networks and trade systems, leveraging the region's strategic location as a gateway to the Sahel and opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
After years of inflationary pressure and currency instability, the Bank of Ghana's disciplined monetary policy has helped restore confidence in the economy, with inflation declining significantly, the cedi regaining stability, and monetary conditions becoming more predictable. For ordinary Ghanaians, this means prices are becoming more predictable, businesses can plan with greater certainty, and purchasing power of incomes is gradually improving.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Africa's financial system has advanced through mobile money and digital lending, with mobile money processing 108 billion transactions worth over US$1.68 trillion in 2024 across 2 billion registered accounts. Digital assets like stablecoins and real-time payment systems offer opportunities to reduce remittance costs and improve transfer efficiency across the continent.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigeria's UTM Offshore has secured a 15-year gas supply agreement to feed its $3 billion floating LNG project, removing a major hurdle to a final investment decision expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. A joint venture between NNPC Ltd and Seplat Energy will supply 200 million standard cubic feet of gas per day to produce 1.8 million tonnes of LNG annually from the Yoho field.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigeria's Dangote Group plans to finance a 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Kenya through internal cash flow, bonds, and an initial public offering. The refinery, to be built on Lamu island, is expected to take up to three years to build and would supply refined petroleum products to Kenya and neighbouring countries.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Oil prices rose nearly 2% after the U.S. military launched airstrikes against Iran and reimposed crude sales sanctions in response to Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about supply disruptions and the fragility of a recent U.S.–Iran truce.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre has urged the government not to hand over Ghana National Gas Company's planned second Gas Processing Plant to a private entity, warning that privatisation would weaken energy security, increase power production costs, and undermine national interests.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Researchers, engineers and policymakers at the 2026 Mineral Waste Valorisation Research Conference called for innovative approaches to transform mining waste into valuable resources and reduce environmental impact, warning that unmanaged mine tailings and wastewater could become a major environmental challenge. The Ashanti Regional Director of the Environmental Protection Authority stressed that mining companies must ensure proper waste management and comply with regulations to protect water bodies, land and communities.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Adura's updated Environmental Impact Assessment of the controversial North Sea Jackdaw gas field states its emissions will "not materially influence" global warming, accounting for less than 0.02% of annual global greenhouse gases during its lifetime. The revised assessment argues that the project would displace imported liquified natural gas from the United States, potentially saving the equivalent of four million tonnes of CO2.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Five beneficiaries from Salaga South Constituency have graduated from the Feed Ghana Brigade programme at the Police Training School in Accra, facilitated by Alhaji Inusah Mahama, deputy CEO of the National Youth Authority. The programme aims to equip young people with skills for agricultural development and national growth.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama has urged Ghanaian investors to position themselves to benefit from economic opportunities emerging from the construction of the Ekye Amanfrom bridge over the Afram River, describing it as transformative for developing the Afram Plains' agricultural potential and opening up an area that has remained largely inaccessible and underdeveloped.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
More than 10 young people from Bole-Bamboi Constituency have graduated as members of the Feed Ghana Brigades, a youth-focused initiative aimed at strengthening Ghana's agricultural sector. About 500 recruits completed their training at the Tesano Police Training School, with local MP Dr Alhaji Yusif Sulemana commending the graduates' commitment to national development through agriculture.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Demeter Ghana donated 5,000 units of Rizoliq Soy Inoculant, valued at GH¢250,000, to more than 500 women farmers at Savelugu in the Northern Region at the She Grows Conference organised by the Yooyili Pag-Dede Foundation. The company said the support aims to help farmers adopt innovative agricultural solutions to improve productivity and enhance food security.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's aquaculture sector is increasingly focused on innovation-driven development, with partnerships between local institutions, government, research organisations, and international partners working to improve fish production and strengthen the blue economy. Initiatives including business incubation, technology transfer, farmer training, and digital advisory services are addressing challenges such as inconsistent fingerling quality, poor hatchery performance, and weak market linkages.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
President Mahama has urged investors to seize opportunities in the Afram Plains as government constructs a bridge over the Afram River at Ekye Amanfrom, describing the project as a "game-changer" that will end isolation and unlock the area's agricultural and economic potential.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Government has deployed 506 Feed Ghana Brigade officers nationwide to strengthen agricultural extension services and provide technical support to farmers and agribusinesses. The officers, drawn from agricultural colleges and universities, completed a two-week training programme and will serve as a link between national agricultural policies and district-level implementation.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced that the government has identified 50 locations nationwide for Farmers Service Centres, with 11 expected to begin operations this year. The centres will provide farmers with access to agricultural inputs, machinery, technical assistance, and other support services to improve productivity and food security.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced that Upper West Region is among 50 locations nationwide selected for Farmer Service Centres, which will provide mechanisation services, storage, irrigation support and climate-smart technologies; 11 centres are expected to commence operations this year, with one located in Upper West.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Daffiama-Bussie-Issa District Assembly has handed over a renovated medical doctor's bungalow, procured 10 modern delivery beds for health facilities, and commissioned 19 new water projects across the district to improve healthcare and water access in the Upper West Region.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Afrinova Wastle Solutions has launched Wastle, a technology-driven waste management platform offering households, businesses and institutions reliable waste collection while promoting recycling and green jobs. The platform, rolled out in partnership with Ayawaso West, Madina and Adentan Municipal Assemblies, aims to improve sanitation and support Ghana's circular economy.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Adentan MP Kojo Adu Asare attributes Accra's recurring flooding to poor leadership, weak community planning, and failure to enforce existing regulations. He argues that MMDAs issue stop-work notices to developers but lack comprehensive planning measures, and that both citizen behaviour and lack of leadership enforcement at assembly level drive the flood challenge.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ralph Poku-Adusei, Bekwai MP and Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources, has challenged government to clarify where waste collected during the planned July 10–11 National General Cleaning Days will be disposed, noting that the Greater Accra Metropolitan Area lacks proper landfills and relies on overwhelmed and illegal dumpsites. He argued that without a clear disposal plan, the cleanup would only relocate refuse rather than resolve the disposal crisis, and urged adoption of circular economy models instead of landfill-dependent systems.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Economist Peter Quartey has criticised the Ghana Education Service's ban on graduation ceremonies and related activities in pre-tertiary schools as a "knee-jerk reaction" that failed to consult private school operators. Quartey argued the directive is too vague and could inadvertently affect longstanding educational traditions such as speech and prize-giving ceremonies.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Chamber of Mines announced plans to mobilise relief items for victims of devastating floods that struck parts of the country on June 29, working with member companies to support affected communities with practical assistance.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water Ltd will conduct 24-hour maintenance at the Dodowa Booster Station on Thursday, July 9, 2026, causing temporary water supply interruptions or reduced pressure in East Legon, Madina, Adenta, and 11 other communities served by the facility. The company has advised residents to store water in advance and use supplies carefully during the maintenance period.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A private legal practitioner says the will of Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo Kantanka does not confer leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission on any individual, despite claims that Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena is the successor to the Kantanka Empire. The lawyer noted the will was drafted before amendments to the church's constitution.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Volta River Authority has opened the Havedzi floodgate in Keta Municipality to allow lagoon water to flow into the sea and regulate water levels following heavy rains that flooded communities, farmlands, and roads. The Keta MCE said the measure is part of the Keta Sea Defence and lagoon management system, and water levels will be closely monitored to assess its effectiveness.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal Assembly demolished structures on waterways at Pantang Village to prevent future flooding following a rainstorm on June 7 that inundated homes and affected traders at Abokobi Market. The MCE warned developers against building on wetlands, which are reserved for water absorption and flood management.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Ambulance Service is rolling out a hospital pre-notification and national referral system to direct emergency patients to the most appropriate health facilities. The system will allow ambulance crews to notify hospitals before arrival and enable emergency teams to prepare critical resources.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has donated 39,256 jerry cans of vegetable cooking oil, seized in February following an investigation into customs fraud, to the National School Feeding Programme. The investigation of 18 trucks declared as transit cargo from Togo to Niger uncovered falsified trade documentation, under-declaration of goods, and incorrect tariff classification.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Lawyer Kwame Akuffo, representing six children of late Apostle Emeritus Professor Kwadwo Safo, says the founder's will contains no provision appointing Israel Nana Kwadwo Safo as leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission, and that leadership is governed by the church's constitution, not testamentary wishes. His clients have instructed him to seek judicial interpretation of constitutional succession provisions.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Centre for Climate Change and Food Security has operated for more than a decade without external funding, relying on volunteers and in-kind contributions to sustain its work on climate change, food security and environmental protection. The organisation's executive director said people's commitment, rather than financial resources, has been the key to its survival.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Kumasi court tasked with prosecuting sanitation violations has faced public criticism after its public urinal was found in a dilapidated, unhygienic condition with stagnant urine and strong odors. The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly acknowledged the issue and says the Mayor has committed to constructing a modern washroom facility for the court.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Yutong passenger bus caught fire on the Mankessim–Accra highway in the Central Region on July 8, destroying the vehicle and passengers' belongings along with approximately twenty crates of drinks; all passengers escaped unhurt and firefighters extinguished the blaze after several hours, with preliminary investigations indicating an electrical fault as the cause.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A male driver was rescued uninjured after his Hyundai Accent crashed into an Electricity Company of Ghana distribution pole at Anfoega Adame Newtown in North Dayi District on 6 July 2026. Firefighters extricated him from the vehicle and advised medical examination as a precaution; the cause of the accident remains under investigation.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Personnel from the Anyaa Fire Station contained a domestic fire at Race Course Rasta Park on Monday, July 7, completely destroying one apartment and partially damaging another while preventing the flames from spreading to five nearby apartments. No casualties were recorded, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has called on musician Mzbel to provide further information regarding her allegation that a relative died after being unable to secure a hospital bed. The hospital said it has taken the allegations seriously and is investigating, but has been unable to contact Mzbel and her family since the video surfaced.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Residents of Sonitra in Amasaman, Greater Accra, say a private operator is running an unapproved dumping site in an abandoned quarry pit, despite lacking the required permit and contrary to initial Assembly plans to reclaim the land with refuse under proper supervision.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Residents' preference for cheaper tricycle waste collectors (Aboboya operators) over approved waste management companies is driving illegal dumping and complicating sanitation efforts in Accra and other major cities, according to the President of the Chamber for Local Government.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chamber for Local Governance president blamed tricycle operators (Aboboya) for illegal waste dumping in Accra and major cities, saying some households prefer them over franchise waste management companies because they are cheaper, leading waste to unauthorised disposal sites instead of approved facilities.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Softcare FM Manufacturing Limited has donated cash and relief items including sanitary pads, baby diapers, washing powder, and soap to support victims of the June 29 floods that affected the Greater Accra Region and claimed 12 lives. The company also pledged GH¢200,000, adding to government relief efforts and a GH¢350 million allocation from the Ministry of Finance's Contingency Fund.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cyber Security Authority reported 352 cases of fraudulent online investment schemes in the first six months of 2026, resulting in victims losing GH¢3,429,447. The schemes operate under various aliases using social media to advertise fake investment opportunities, often falsely claiming affiliation with established foreign companies and promising unusually high returns.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Thirty-six Persons with Disabilities in the Adentan Municipality have received start-up packs including freezers, sewing machines, polytanks, and cash ranging from GH¢5,000 to GH¢7,000 from the Adentan Municipal Assembly's Disability Fund to establish businesses. The Municipal Chief Executive noted the fund was raised from GH¢97,000 in 2024 to GH¢547,000 in 2025 following a presidential directive, with an audit team established to monitor proper usage of the items.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Media personality Afia Schwarzenegger has questioned why Israel Kwadwo Safo (Akofena) remains free following his alleged involvement in a shooting incident involving his sister, former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, and has called for his re-arrest and stricter criminal charges.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Motorists on the Kasoa–Mallam road face severe traffic congestion due to deteriorating road conditions on the SCC–Old Barrier and Mallam Junction stretches, with journeys taking three to four hours during rush hours instead of the usual less than an hour. Deep potholes and waterlogged sections caused by a blocked drainage channel create single-lane bottlenecks extending several kilometres.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Dr. Amin Adam, former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, commissioned the Masjid Al-Noor mosque in Tamale, which can accommodate 6,000 people inside its main hall and 4,000 outside. At the event, attended by former Vice President Bawumia and the National Chief Imam, Adam donated GH¢300,000 to support the mosque's operations.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
An unidentified woman, believed to be about 27 years old, was discovered hanging from a rope in a thick bush in Anyinamso No. 1, Atwima Mponua District, Ashanti Region. Police have launched investigations to establish her identity and determine the cause and circumstances of her death.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ashanti North Regional Police Command has begun investigations into a viral video allegedly showing misconduct by a policewoman at Afrancho in the Akomadan District on July 3, 2026. The Command said the outcome would determine appropriate disciplinary or legal action if necessary.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
A demolition exercise by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly on Wednesday to clear unauthorised structures behind the COCOBOD building became chaotic when squatters and traders resisted, pelting stones and sticks at the taskforce; a taskforce member was reportedly hit, and traders protested they had received no notice and faced loss of livelihoods.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 44-year-old headteacher of Glikpome Basic School in Akatsi South Municipality, identified as Selorm Kwaku Tettey, was found dead in a room at Joli Bebe Guest House on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
GloMeF, a human rights and anti-corruption NGO, has attributed recurring flooding in Accra and parts of Ghana to governance failures, poor urban planning, weak environmental enforcement, and inadequate drainage infrastructure rather than climate change alone. The foundation noted that Ghana loses approximately $200 million annually due to flooding and droughts, and states that many causes are human-induced and preventable.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Health says the 120-bed Children's Specialist Hospital at Weija has been delayed because the contractor has not officially handed over the completed facility; the World Bank-funded project experienced procurement-related challenges during construction, and outstanding works including medical equipment installation remain incomplete.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Secretary of the Environmental Service Providers Association has questioned where waste collected during the government's planned two-day national clean-up exercise will be disposed, citing the absence of engineered landfill sites in Greater Accra Region and warning that waste is currently dumped at illegal sites and burned at night.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Health Minister says the 120-bed Weija Children's Specialist Hospital is ready to open once the contractor completes outstanding works and hands over the facility; the World Bank-funded project has faced procurement challenges and delays in medical equipment installation.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Two separate fire outbreaks in the Eastern Region displaced 12 residents and destroyed a six-bedroom house in Ankaase, while a second fire damaged facilities including a housemaster's office and storeroom at Adonten Senior High School. No injuries or fatalities were recorded.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's flood disasters, which have claimed at least 35 lives in June 2026 and over 150 in the 2015 Circle disaster, reflect deeper structural and institutional problems rather than purely natural events, according to the article. Beyond fatalities, survivors face hidden long-term psychological and socioeconomic losses including lost livelihoods, homes, and dignity.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Workers of the Forestry Commission in Tamale have locked up the offices in protest over eight months of unpaid salaries, with some staff having received only two or three months' pay since employment. The workers are demanding clarification of their employment status and restoration of dissolved work groups and cancelled transport arrangements before returning to work.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has announced plans to focus on completing 35 selected Agenda 111 hospital projects across the country while placing remaining facilities on hold, according to Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh. The decision follows a Cabinet review and aims to ensure prudent use of public resources, with selection based on completion level, community healthcare needs, and regional distribution.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana AIDS Commission states it has not received confirmation that security services wrongfully rejected applicants solely because of HIV status during recent recruitment, and is investigating claims with the agencies involved. The Commission notes that of more than 100,000 applicants who underwent medical assessments, about 1,300 tested positive in initial HIV screening, but cautioned that initial screening results do not automatically confirm HIV status.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and the Republic of Korea have signed an MoU for the second phase of the Digital STEM Education Project, with Korea committing $28 million. The six-year project (2026–2032) will expand interventions from two to four regions and include construction of the Accra STEM Park and integration of digital technologies such as robotics, coding, and artificial intelligence into STEM education.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana AIDS Commission issued a statement clarifying that reactive HIV test results recorded during security services recruitment do not confirm infection. About 1,300 of roughly 100,000 applicants recorded reactive results, representing approximately 1.3 per cent and broadly in line with Ghana's national HIV prevalence, the Commission said.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Health Minister and Juaboso MP Kwabena Mintah Akandoh expressed condolences to families of those killed in a shooting incident at Sefwi Sayerano in the Western North Region during a drug-peddler arrest operation on July 7. He called for the matter to be handled according to law and criticised opposition members for politicising the incident.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Kia Rhino lorry transporting animal feed overturned at Omenako in the Suhum Municipality on the Accra–Kumasi Highway on Tuesday, July 7, after the driver attempted to avoid a fuel tanker that was overtaking dangerously. One person was injured in the accident; the fuel tanker left the scene.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Patients have been enrolled in the PARTNERS trial in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, testing two treatments—the antibody MBP134 and the antiviral remdesivir, given alone and in combination—to determine whether either can improve survival odds from Bundibugyo virus disease. The trial, a joint effort between institutions in Kinshasa, Antwerp, and Oxford with WHO sponsorship and DRC Ministry of Public Health involvement, was built before the outbreak occurred, allowing it to be deployed quickly rather than invented during the emergency.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra's flooding patterns have remained unchanged for over six decades, with modern flood scenes resembling historical images from April 1960, reflecting a persistent failure in urban planning and drainage infrastructure that treats the issue as negotiable rather than essential to survival.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nivaansh MediQas Ghana Ltd. has donated three Eaglenos Blood Gas Analysers and 75 test cartridges valued at GH¢300,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund to support specialist healthcare delivery and diagnostic capacity.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Security analyst Prof Vladimir Antwi-Danso has warned that the attempted export of methamphetamine to Australia reveals serious intelligence failures and possible infiltration of state institutions by organised crime. He cautioned that the incident should not be treated as an isolated act but as part of a larger international drug trade, and said the country must act quickly to prevent becoming a narco-state.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana AIDS Commission stated that HIV status cannot be used to deny employment except in limited circumstances where the position requires specific health conditions. The statement follows concerns that applicants in a security recruitment process were disqualified after testing HIV positive, with the Interior Minister noting about 1,300 applicants tested positive during mandatory medical screening.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's regulated financial sector experienced a 63% increase in reported fraud cases from 15,164 in 2022 to 24,778 in 2025, with total funds at risk rising from GH¢82 million to GH¢101 million, according to the Bank of Ghana's 2025 Fraud Report. The increase has been driven largely by rapid expansion in the payment service provider sector, where digital payment adoption and lower digital literacy among users have created new opportunities for fraudsters.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three people have died following a violent confrontation between police officers and residents of Sefwi Sayerano in the Western North Region on Monday, July 7. The incident began when officers went to arrest a suspected drug peddler, but a confrontation broke out when some residents allegedly resisted, initially resulting in two deaths and two gunshot wounds; a third injured victim died on Wednesday, July 8.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Physical Education and Health teacher at Jachie-Pramso Senior High School has voluntarily repaired potholes along the Mankranso-Tepa-Sunyani road for 16 years using his own resources, motivated by witnessing road crashes he believes could have been prevented by better road conditions.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Hands of Gold Foundation has launched an outreach programme in Fantsinko community, Ga West Municipality, to support vulnerable children and families in deprived areas. The foundation's interventions focus on healthcare, educational support, and economic empowerment for mothers.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ministry of Local Government held an emergency meeting with MMDCEs and environmental officials to coordinate a Presidential National General Cleaning Exercise scheduled for Friday and Saturday, in response to recent flooding in Accra and other communities and to improve environmental sanitation.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Tourism Authority has paid tribute to Sharon Dede Padi ("Padiki"), a Guinness World Record holder, following her death. The Authority described her as a beacon of resilience and determination whose record-breaking achievement inspired young Ghanaians and brought pride to the nation.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has asked Mzbel to provide information about claims in a social media video that her relative died due to lack of available beds. The hospital says it has attempted to contact Mzbel and her family to investigate whether the patient was denied admission or asked to wait for an available bed, noting it operates under a government directive not to refuse emergency cases.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Police Service conducted enforcement operations in Kumasi's Ashanti Region against unauthorized sirens, strobe lights, improvised headlamps, and unlawful use of road shoulders, intercepting 188 vehicles for traffic offences and seizing equipment while educating drivers on road traffic regulations.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Cyber Security Authority advises sextortion victims to report incidents rather than pay perpetrators, noting that payment does not guarantee private materials will not be released and may encourage further exploitation. The Authority says such extortion is an offence under Ghana's cyber security laws and encourages victims to seek professional support instead of remaining silent.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three members of a Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly taskforce, including a military officer, were injured when squatters resisted the demolition of unauthorised structures behind the COCOBOD building at the Asafo overpass on Wednesday. Residents threw stones and objects at the team; two taskforce pickups and an excavator were vandalised during the clash.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cyber Security Authority has received numerous reports of mobile money fraud and is engaging with telecom companies and other stakeholders to identify gaps and develop prevention measures. CSA has held discussions with MTN and other operators about improving the mobile money ecosystem and adding layers of protection against fraudsters.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Tertiary Education Commission has issued a public notice warning prospective students and parents against enrolling in 15 unaccredited university learning centres and satellite campuses operated by public universities, including centres affiliated with the University of Ghana, University of Education Winneba, University for Development Studies, and others.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Health Minister has stated that tapentadol, including the street drug "red" (a mixture of tapentadol and cough syrup), is not approved for medical use in Ghana and that its sale, distribution, and possession are illegal. The Food and Drugs Authority has not registered any tapentadol-containing pharmaceutical product, and the drug is not listed on Ghana's Essential Medicines List or in national treatment guidelines.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Social Security and National Insurance Trust has launched a Membership Value Programme offering contributors and pensioners benefits beyond statutory pensions, including a SSNIT MVP Prepaid Card that serves as both a membership ID and a Visa-enabled card for local and international transactions.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Richard Fiadomor, President of the Chamber of Local Governance, has called on the government to intervene and secure dedicated lands for waste management facilities in Accra, citing a shortage of disposal sites that is worsening sanitation challenges in the capital. He urged government, local authorities and traditional leaders to work together on a coordinated land-use plan that reserves adequate spaces for waste disposal.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An academic argues that mentorship in universities sometimes degenerates into bullying within power-imbalanced relationships, with postgraduate students and early-career academics often suffering in silence for fear of jeopardising their careers, describing academic bullying as an underreported threat to research excellence.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cyber Security Authority has warned of a growing cyber fraud scheme in which criminals lure victims into intimate video interactions on social media platforms like TikTok, secretly record the sessions, and use the footage to extort money. The CSA says it has received several reports and worked with Ghana Police Service to investigate and arrest suspects involved in such extortion.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service conducted an enforcement operation in Kumasi targeting unauthorised sirens, strobe lights, modified horns, improvised headlamps, and illegal use of road shoulders. Police intercepted 188 vehicles at the Airport Roundabout and Santasi Roundabout, confiscating prohibited devices and educating drivers on road traffic regulations.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's education system must shift beyond access and expansion to align with labour market realities, using labour market intelligence to prepare citizens for emerging work shaped by technology, climate change, and digital platforms.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
TrustGH, Ghana's public database for scam phone numbers, has recorded over 3,000 reports of suspicious numbers since launch, linked to e-commerce fraud, investment scams, romance scams, and recruitment fraud. More than half of reported numbers received a 100% risk score, with over 90% of cases involving attempts to access mobile money.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Pitt and Hacks lead the 78th Emmy Awards nominations with 25 and 24 nominations respectively, while Stranger Things and Euphoria were excluded from the best drama shortlist despite their popularity. The ceremony will be held in Los Angeles on 14 September.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Justin Bieber will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay, and Sesame Street muppets at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final half-time show on 19 July in New York. The 11-minute set, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children worldwide.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian music stars Stonebwoy, Fameye, DopeNation and Akwaaboah will headline "Ghana for Gold" concerts in London and Edinburgh in 2026, designed to celebrate Ghanaian culture and mobilise support for Team Ghana ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The veteran Ghanaian gospel trio are reintroducing their classic songs to connect with younger generations, particularly Generation Z, while preserving the Gospel's timeless message. They plan to produce music videos for older songs and present them in styles relatable to modern listeners.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's largest cultural festival will be held July 14–18 in Accra, featuring live performances, fashion shows, sporting events, art and culinary exhibitions, and a football tournament, with 1xBet as a main sponsor.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Library Authority, Pan-African Writers Association, and Creative Arts Agency held a literary event in Accra to mark PAWA's 10th anniversary and promote Ghana's cultural heritage. PAWA President-General Dr Wale Okediran announced a poetry competition and emphasized the role of young people in preserving Africa's literary and indigenous languages.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Tourism Authority has expressed deep sorrow over the death of celebrated visual artist Sharon Dede Padi (Padiki), a Guinness World Record holder, calling her passing a painful loss to Ghana's tourism and creative sectors and describing her as a beacon of resilience, determination, and youthful excellence whose achievement inspired countless young people.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Global Prayer Army is organizing "Stand in the Gap 2026," a 72-hour nonstop prayer assembly scheduled for July 9–12, 2026, at The Prayer Factory in Accra, aimed at seeking spiritual revival and divine intervention. The event, led by Prophet Gideon Danso under the theme "Revive Thy Works," will feature worship and ministry sessions from international and local ministers.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Foodpreneur and social media personality Aba Dope stated during a TikTok live session that she is a "gold digger" not willing to settle with a man without substantial wealth to meet her material and spiritual needs. The statement came in response to a fan revealing he has a fortune named after her.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Retro Vibe's "Asanteman Edition" day club event took place on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at AQ3 Centre in Kumasi, featuring DJ sets, performances by Okomfour Kwadee and Daddy Lumba's song honouring Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and patrons in colourful Asanteman jerseys.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The veteran Ghanaian gospel trio Daughters of Glorious Jesus say they have never considered breaking up or pursuing solo careers, attributing their 37-year longevity to mutual respect, unity, and their shared divine calling.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nuumo Tsawe Otrome II, Tsawe Wulormor of Kpone, says that according to Ghanaian cosmology, deities do not leave their places of abode regardless of human activity or environmental degradation. He attributed growing pollution of water bodies to erosion of traditional values and cultural responsibility.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Joseph Mensah's *Black Canadians* examines the complex history of Black people in Canada, challenging readers to look beyond Canada's multicultural image and confront systemic racism and discrimination. The book combines historical records, census data, and policy analysis to present a comprehensive account of Black life in Canada.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
BBC Radio 1's Greg James attended Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding on 3 July at Madison Square Gardens with his wife, describing it as an "amazingly strange but exciting dream" filled with famous guests from music, Hollywood and sport.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran broadcaster Kojo Dickson has confirmed his resignation from Angel FM/TV after months of absence from the airwaves. The General Manager of Angel 102.9 FM and Television said he had moved on to a new phase of his life, marking the latest exit from the Angel Broadcasting Network owned by Dr Kwaku Oteng.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Hiplife musician and Doctor of Pharmacy Mr Oduro has released a song titled Gishiri (Hausa for "salt") to educate the public on the dangers of excessive salt consumption, which is associated with high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke and kidney disease.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Egyptian Football Association has lodged a complaint with FIFA requesting the removal of the officiating crew, including French referee Francois Letexier, from the World Cup following their 3-2 last-16 defeat to Argentina. The EFA alleges double standards in refereeing, citing a disallowed goal and a missed penalty decision involving Mohamed Salah.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Portuguese Football Federation has confirmed the departure of national team coach Roberto Martinez following Portugal's last-16 loss to Spain in the tournament. Martinez, who held the role since January 2023, had already announced he would be leaving, stating that his objective was to win the World Cup and that continuing would not make sense without achieving it.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
18-year-old Ghanaian winger Emmanuel Abrokwa has completed a move to Spanish club Sevilla FC, becoming the first Ghanaian player to join the club directly from a Ghana-based side. Abrokwa was developed at Peace Boys FC under youth coach Bala and is regarded as one of Ghana's most exciting young prospects.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
World number 114 Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old British wildcard, defeated world number 10 Flavio Cobolli 6-4 7-6 (7-4) 6-0 to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals, becoming the first men's wildcard to do so in 25 years.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Issaka Baba Seidu, a Ghanaian defender from FC Nordsjaelland, has signed a season-long loan deal with Swedish top-flight side IFK Goteborg until the end of the 2026/27 season, with the club holding an option to purchase him permanently. The move comes after he made 13 appearances while on loan at Ljungskile, scoring one goal and providing one assist.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
After the first round of Group Stages, smaller nations have performed better than expected, with Cape Verde holding Spain to a goalless draw, suggesting the tournament expansion from 32 to 48 teams may have justified itself despite initial concerns.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Head Coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named a 27-player provisional squad for Ghana's 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco. Ghana will compete in Group D against Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in July and August.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Emmanuel Obeng of Bok Nam Kim Golf Club won the second Senchi Invitational golf tournament at Royal Senchi Hotel and Resort in the Eastern Region with a gross score of 65, defeating Ghana Golfers Association Vice President Akwasi Poku in a playoff. The victory earned him a trophy and an all-expenses-paid trip to Kenya.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ahmad Abdul Samad and Prospera Nantuo won the Mixed Doubles title, while Andy Amofa claimed the Men's Singles gold at Ghana's 2026 National Badminton Doubles Championship held on July 4 at Borteyman Sports Complex, where over 50 athletes competed.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Belgium thrashed the United States 4-1 in a World Cup knockout match, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice, Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku adding further goals to set up a quarterfinal against Spain and end the US campaign.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, played his last World Cup match as Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the last 16, ending his long-held dream of winning the tournament. The Portugal captain said he would reflect on his future after the disappointing display, though he stressed he leaves "with a clear conscience."
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Jurgen Klopp and other figures have called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign after the USA's Folarin Balogun, who was sent off in an earlier match, had his ban suspended by a FIFA disciplinary committee following reported intervention from Donald Trump. Klopp criticized the decision as political interference in football governance.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Liam Rosenior, the 41-year-old Englishman who recently managed Chelsea, has been appointed Paris FC manager on a contract until June 2028. He succeeds Antoine Kombouare and returns to French football after previously managing RC Strasbourg.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Coco Gauff beat Belinda Bencic in a dramatic five-set match to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the first time, winning at 10:58pm just before the 11pm local curfew. Gauff will face American compatriot Jessica Pegula in the quarter-finals.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams says the government has not received an official resignation letter from Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz, despite Queiroz announcing his departure on social media following Ghana's exit from the 2026 World Cup. Adams said formal communication through appropriate channels would be required to recognise a resignation, and noted that Queiroz is still expected to submit a technical report on Ghana's campaign.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the Round of 16 after Mikel Merino's stoppage-time goal, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup appearance. The 41-year-old forward, who confirmed before the tournament this would be his last World Cup, has retired from the competition without winning it despite a career including five Ballon d'Or titles and five UEFA Champions League trophies.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The National Sports Authority Director General warns that the Accra Sports Stadium is not currently fit to host the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations unless urgent rehabilitation begins immediately and funding is secured. Ghana will stage the tournament for the second time, with 12 teams competing and the top four qualifying for the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Belgium defeated the United States 4–1, with Charles de Ketelaere scoring twice, knocking out the US as the third co-host eliminated from the World Cup. Belgium will face Spain in the quarter-finals in Los Angeles on Friday.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Construction of a proposed AstroTurf at Tadiem Park in Asante Mampong has stalled following a dispute between the project's financier and the Municipal Assembly over whether the required approval process was followed before work began. The financier says the Assembly halted construction despite private investment, while the Assembly maintains work commenced without necessary engagement and review of technical plans.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Côte d'Ivoire are returning to Africa's Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in 12 years after securing qualification through the tournament's expansion from 12 to 16 teams. Under French coach Reynald Pedros and led by striker Habibou Ouedraogo, the Elephants aim to re-establish themselves among the continent's leading nations at Morocco 2026.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi argues that Ghana's future football success depends on sustained investment in youth talent and infrastructure, citing Morocco's recent international success as a result of deliberate planning and long-term grassroots development programmes. He notes that Ghana previously adopted such an approach under Ben Koufie's Five-Year Football Development Plan (2001–2006) and his own revised Four-Year Business and Development Plan (2006–2010).
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Football Association has denied allegations circulating on social media that it demands money from players for national team call-ups, describing the claims as false and malicious. The GFA clarified that player selection is the head coach's responsibility and that all payments to players are handled by the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, not the Association itself.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The EEZZY Group Foundation has announced an GHS 800,000 sponsorship package to support Team Ghana's preparations for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, funding the team's international pre-Games training camp, athlete preparation and final build-up. The Ghana Paralympic Committee President stressed that corporate sponsorship depends on sporting institutions demonstrating professionalism, transparency and accountability rather than individual athletes making public appeals.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Joy Online opinion piece argues that Ghana's football authorities have a leadership and governance crisis rather than a talent problem, citing repeated tournament disappointments including group-stage exits and missed qualifications, and criticizes the GFA president's two-term tenure as marked by mediocrity repackaged as progress.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
India made E20—petrol blended with 20% ethanol—the standard fuel at pumps in April, aiming to reduce oil imports and emissions, but motorists whose vehicles are designed for the 10% blend complain of engine wear, lower fuel efficiency, and reduced performance. The government has dismissed complaints as "misleading" and "social media misinformation."
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Australia's largest telecom company Telstra suffered a major outage affecting mobile coverage, train services, and emergency calls, caused by a software defect in time-keeping servers. Services were restored about 12 hours after the outage began at 04:30 local time on Wednesday.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The BBC's new director general Matt Brittin has described the traditional £180-a-year TV licence as "yesterday's model" and "no longer fit for purpose," and suggested the government reconsider a compulsory household levy that could be collected through utility bills, potentially reducing the fee if all homes participated.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told the BBC at the alliance's summit in Ankara that NATO is stronger than ever, and compared Donald Trump's inflammatory remarks—including criticism of NATO's non-participation in a US strike on Iran and calls to take control of Greenland—to a family quarrel. Rutte said Trump is "completely committed to NATO," though Trump has also claimed the US receives poor returns on its defence spending in the alliance.
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Sir Keir Starmer received a personalized revolver with live ammunition from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at a NATO summit in Ankara. The firearm will be decommissioned before being returned to the UK, as it is illegal to import a live firearm into the country.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Trump announced he will "immediately" ask the US Supreme Court to rehear a case on birthright citizenship, a week after the high court rejected his executive order restricting the 150-year-old policy. The Supreme Court rarely grants rehearings; the last was about 60 years ago.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Treasury Department is no longer planning to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Spectrum News, reversing the Obama administration's 2016 announcement that Tubman would replace Andrew Jackson on the currency.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed 1,561 cases and 506 deaths in an outbreak of the Bundibugyo species of Ebola, which a WHO official said is still in its expansion phase. Population movement, including workers from the mining town of Mongbwalu travelling to new regions, is fuelling transmission despite treatment centres operating near capacity and ongoing shortages of protective equipment for healthcare workers.
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South African police said a Nigerian man died in custody after collapsing during arrest for drug possession, denying Nigeria's allegation the death was linked to anti-migrant violence. Nigeria's foreign ministry has threatened unspecified action if there are more attacks on its citizens.
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Protests erupted in Havana on Tuesday as millions of Cubans remained without electricity following a nationwide outage, the country's third this year. Authorities attributed the power crisis to a six-month U.S. fuel blockade that has left the island unable to generate sufficient electricity, with Santiago de Cuba still disconnected despite grid reconnection efforts elsewhere.
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Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed legislation extending his term by two years to 2030. The law also allows the president to be elected by parliament rather than by direct popular vote.
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A Nigerian senator has called on the government to end diplomatic relations with South Africa in response to xenophobic attacks on Nigerian citizens. The call comes as the Nigerian government evacuates over 1,200 Nigerians from the country.
8 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana and South Africa postponed a scheduled bilateral meeting originally planned for early August 2026 due to civil unrest and anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa. The engagement, the third session of the South Africa-Ghana Bi-National Commission, was deferred as a practical measure to manage tensions stemming from xenophobia.
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The U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Centre raised the threat level in the Strait of Hormuz to "severe" following Iranian attacks on tankers using a U.S. Navy-protected corridor. The U.S. military responded with strikes against over 80 Iranian targets, including air defence systems and more than 60 small boats belonging to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
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US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire agreement with Iran is "over" following fresh exchanges of fire on Tuesday and Wednesday, describing Iran's leadership as "scum" and dismissing further negotiations as "a waste of time." Oil prices spiked by around 6% after the strikes and Trump's comments, while the US revoked its temporary suspension of sanctions on Iranian oil sales.
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El-Obeid, a city of 500,000 on the front line of Sudan's three-year civil war, endured 27 drone strikes in June and has been under siege-like conditions for 18 months, with UN human rights chief Volker Turk reporting at least 45 people killed and 41 injured in 15 strikes between 6 and 28 June, alongside summary executions, abductions, torture, and sexual violence affecting those fleeing the conflict.
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Two 13-year-old girls were seriously injured during an incident at a secondary school in Upper Bavaria, Germany, and a 16-year-old suspect was arrested. Police said the suspect was carrying a knife and firearm and believe they acted alone, with neither girl in life-threatening condition.
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Seven students and a teacher were killed when a landslide buried an Islamic study centre at a girls' school in Cox's Bazar refugee camp on Wednesday afternoon. The country has been battered by monsoon rains since Sunday, with several deadly landslides reported in the area, and earlier officials said other landslides had killed at least eight Rohingya refugees, including five children.
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At the NATO summit in Ankara, US President Trump condemned Spain as a "wasted cause" and "terrible partner in NATO," threatening to cut off trade relations. Trump also revived his interest in the US taking over Greenland from Denmark, calling NATO's resistance to the plan "a big problem for us," while Spanish PM Sánchez later said relations remained friendly and discussions involved no tension.
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The US Department of Homeland Security reported a 99.08 per cent visa compliance rate in Fiscal Year 2024, yet countries accounting for less than 0.3 per cent of overstays faced entry bans by December 2025, while top offenders were not targeted—a policy choice, not error, according to analysis by the Centre for Global Development.
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A woman in her 40s, originally from New York and living in Killarney, County Kerry for around five years, was found dead at a house on Muckross Road. Gardaí are investigating; the cause of death is unknown and a post-mortem examination has been requested.
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A head-on collision on the Kampala-Gulu Highway in northern Uganda on Tuesday night killed 14 people and injured 28 others. An Isuzu passenger bus operated by OPIT Travellers Company collided with a Kenyan-registered Mercedes-Benz Actros trailer near Gulu City; police say the bus driver was speeding and attempted to avoid a pedestrian, losing control.
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A 41-year-old doctor in Berlin was found guilty of murdering 12 women and three men between September 2021 and July 2024. The court heard that he administered lethal drug combinations without consent to critically ill patients during home visits, and prosecutors are investigating dozens of other incidents.
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U.S. Central Command has begun strikes against targets in Iran in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. officials say the operation aims to impose costs on Iran for targeting civilian-crewed shipping in a critical global trade route.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Member of Parliament Samuel Abu Jinapor says Ghana's bilateral relations with South Africa have deteriorated to their lowest level due to repeated xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians and other foreign nationals, which have caused deaths and displacement. He called for the South African government to take stronger action to address the violence and protect foreign nationals.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
US President Donald Trump offered Ukraine the right to produce Patriot interceptor missiles during a NATO summit in Ankara, saying they could be produced quickly once explained. Ukraine has requested licensed production as it faces increased Russian ballistic missile strikes, though the US has acknowledged limited supplies of the expensive systems.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A judge has ordered that writer E. Jean Carroll be paid the $5.8m that US President Donald Trump was found liable to owe her after a jury awarded damages over her claim that he sexually assaulted her in the 1990s and later defamed her.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sierra Leone has introduced a mandatory online health declaration system for all travellers entering or departing the country, effective from June 18, as part of efforts to strengthen disease surveillance and public health security. Travellers must complete the form through the Health Travel Portal within 72 hours before travel and present a generated QR code or reference number to authorities.
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The remains of Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were carried through the holiest Shia shrines in Iraq—the mausoleums of Imam Ali in Najaf and Imam Hussein in Karbala—as funeral ceremonies entered their fifth day, with burial scheduled for Thursday in Mashhad, Iran.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that when AI produces outstanding results, the tool's role should be irrelevant — what matters is whether the user exercised judgment. AI cannot replace taste, critical thinking, ethics, or responsibility; the value comes from the human wielding it.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Adaptability is now a leadership necessity rather than a competitive advantage; CEOs who foster continuous learning, faster decision-making, innovation, and flexible systems position their organisations ahead of disruption.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigeria faces twin institutional challenges as political disputes increasingly move to courts and the judiciary becomes drawn into contested political questions, threatening democratic governance through the blurring of constitutional boundaries between branches.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion analysis argues that privatisation, corporatisation, and public ownership have all succeeded and failed across different contexts; the determining factor for institutional performance is not ownership but the competence, integrity, and discipline of leaders and their governance practices.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The author responds to Prof. Kwaku Asare's defence of university degrees, arguing that Dr. Osei Adutwum's critique targets intellectual rigour rather than specific programmes. The writer contends that degrees lacking critical thought and cognitive independence are useless to human development, regardless of employment prospects.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that despite the Black Stars' recent poor performance, Ghanaians should support Ghana Football Association President Kurt E.S. Okraku rather than call for his resignation, citing progress in women's football and the need for long-term solutions over emotional reactions.
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