The New Patriotic Party has directed all members to participate in a nationwide General Cleaning Exercise scheduled for Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, as part of support for a national sanitation campaign declared by the President.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The New Patriotic Party has directed all members to participate in a nationwide General Cleaning Exercise scheduled for Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, as part of support for a national sanitation campaign declared by the President.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Executive Director of the Jatikay Centre for Human Security and Peace Building has called on the government to suspend its blanket revocation of civilian firearm licences, saying the decision lacks the operational framework needed for effective implementation, though a coalition of civil society organisations supports stronger firearms regulation.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Minister of Roads and Highways Kwame Governs Agbodza has cautioned contractors to plan activities around seasonal changes and maintain project schedules rather than attributing delays to adverse weather conditions. During an inspection tour of road projects in the Eastern, Volta and Oti Regions, he stressed that contractors must factor weather patterns into work plans and fulfil their contractual responsibilities.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Auditor-General recovered nearly GH¢12 billion in disallowed expenditure during 2024, according to Parliament's Public Accounts Committee Chair. The PAC will hold public sittings later this year to examine the Auditor-General's findings and address recurring financial irregularities across public institutions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of Roads and Highways has directed contractors on major road and bridge projects to introduce regular on-site design review meetings to speed up technical decisions and prevent project delays. He advised against relying solely on submission and approval of drawings, instead encouraging site-based review meetings where technical concerns can be discussed and resolved in real time.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza has expressed concern that some Regional Directors of the Ghana Highways Authority are failing to promptly report contractors who are delaying road project execution. During an inspection of major road projects across the Eastern, Volta and Oti Regions, he stressed that officials must identify challenges early, take appropriate action, and hold underperforming contractors accountable instead of waiting for ministerial inspections to reveal problems.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Eugene Boakye Antwi, a New Patriotic Party General Secretary hopeful, has defended the Akufo-Addo administration's flood prevention efforts, asserting that the government invested more in tackling flooding than any other administration. He cited allocations of GH¢450 million in the first term, GH¢198 million in 2018, and GH¢250 million in 2020 for flood mitigation projects, and argued that such prevention requires proactive planning rather than reactive measures.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama said the government prioritises improved tax collection and compliance over new taxes to increase revenue. He noted the government has abolished the E-Levy and COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy, reduced VAT from 21 to 20 percent, and is concentrating on strengthening tax administration and eliminating collection leakages.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Roads and Highways has directed Maripoma Enterprise Limited to complete the Dambai Bridge on schedule, within budget, and to required engineering standards. The minister noted the bridge is financed entirely by the Government of Ghana and is critical infrastructure that will improve connectivity and economic activity in the Oti Region.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama announced that the government will soon begin procurement for a new airport in Wa, Upper West Region, as part of efforts to improve transport infrastructure and position the region as a commercial and logistics hub. Documentation for the project has been submitted to the Public Procurement Authority for approval.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Deputy Minister for the Interior has called for the urgent passage of a Legislative Instrument to operationalise the Narcotics Control Commission Act 2020, saying the country must move beyond policy commitments to treat drug use as a public health and human rights issue rather than a criminal matter.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party Constituency Chairman for Nkwanta South says the party will seek a temporary adjustment of curfew hours from the Nkwanta South Divisional Police Command to facilitate smooth result collation during the party's constituency executive elections on Saturday, scheduled to be held at Nkwanta JHS 'A' Park.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Army Central Command has commenced Exercise Starlight Stretch II at Nkwanta in the Oti Region, marking the second phase of the 2026/2027 Training Year. The training, conducted simultaneously at Nkwanta and Bawku, is intended to consolidate phase one gains and enhance operational readiness in response to emerging threats including violent extremism and terrorism.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has bid farewell to Simone Giger, the outgoing Swiss Ambassador to Ghana, who is leaving after a four-year tour to take up a posting in Uzbekistan. At the farewell meeting, Mahama commended Giger for advancing Ghana-Switzerland relations and supporting Ghana's Constitutional Review Process.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ministry of Education to review and take appropriate action on a petition from the African Chamber of Content Producers calling for mandatory constitutional literacy in basic education. The ACCP submitted the petition on June 25, 2026, arguing that citizens should be taught Ghana's supreme law, noting that most Ghanaians complete basic education without reading the Constitution.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairperson of Parliament's Assurances Committee has called on ministers and government appointees to honour parliamentary committee invitations to account for their stewardship, after some officials failed to appear at a public hearing. He warned that persistent disregard for parliamentary summons would be reported to the House and that no minister is above the law.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana told a press briefing in Accra that China's governance model, anchored on the Communist Party of China's leadership, offers valuable lessons for developing countries seeking sustainable development and political stability. He said the CPC's 105-year journey demonstrates that countries could pursue modernisation based on their own national circumstances without necessarily following Western models.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tourism Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie has urged newly appointed governing board members of key tourism institutions to manage Ghana's scarce resources prudently, emphasizing that the survival of public institutions depends on effective leadership, accountability and transparency. She outlined boards' responsibilities to include strategic leadership, institutional governance, stakeholder collaboration and efficient resource management aligned with national priorities.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister announced that Ghana is implementing intelligence-driven border monitoring to prevent the country being used as a drug transit point, citing the Volta Region's 102 illegal crossings and supported by scanning equipment donations from the Netherlands and Singapore for deployment at major ports and border entry points.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission for Civic Education has rejected claims that it faces a funding crisis due to non-release of its 2026 budget allocation, stating it remains fully operational and continues civic education programmes across the country despite ongoing financial constraints.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
ECOWAS parliamentary public accounts committee members have been urged to strengthen collaboration to tackle corruption, illicit financial flows and financial crimes in the sub-region. The Finance Minister noted that Africa loses an estimated $88.6 billion annually to corruption and illicit financial flows, resources that could otherwise support education, healthcare and infrastructure.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Minister for Roads and Highways has warned contractors that contracts will be terminated if they delay in executing road projects. During an inspection tour of projects in the Eastern, Volta and Oti regions, he said the government would not tolerate unnecessary delays and that contractors selected under the "Big Push" initiative were chosen based on their capacity to deliver on schedule.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Michael Osei Boateng declared his intention to contest for National Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party, citing his background in student politics and grassroots activism. He pledged to rebuild the party's youth structures and support preparations for the 2028 general election.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Ranking Member on Parliament's Defence and Interior Committee, has called on the Minister for the Interior to publicly identify and prosecute government officials allegedly implicated in the trafficking of 320 kilograms of methamphetamine worth over $300 million that was intercepted in Australia. The Interior Minister had previously told Parliament that preliminary investigations had implicated some government and public officials in the shipment after they allegedly manipulated Ghana's security system.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Member of Parliament Samuel Abu Jinapor has raised concerns in Parliament about the reintroduction of regional tribunals, warning that their historical use during Ghana's PNDC Military era involved unfair proceedings and injustices to citizens. The Attorney-General laid the Tribunal Bill, 2026 before Parliament to establish a reformed tribunal system aimed at improving justice delivery and reducing case backlogs.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Chronicle editorial notes that the Speaker of Parliament has announced the Council of State has advised against passage of a constitutional amendment that would allow dual citizens to hold sensitive public offices such as Ambassador and Inspector-General of Police. While acknowledging potential benefits of accessing diaspora expertise, the editorial supports Parliament giving serious consideration to the Council's advice as a cautionary position.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Minister for Roads and Highways has directed contractors executing Big Push road projects to incorporate necessary safety measures on highways to minimise accidents and protect road users. He also stated that the government will not approve cost variations for phase-one projects and that project scope is determined by technical studies rather than favouritism.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Uganda's judiciary has rejected a directive from the Uganda Law Society instructing lawyers to stop addressing judges as "My Lord" or "My Lady" and abandon bowing in court, with judiciary spokesperson James Ereemye stating the lawyers' association has no authority to dictate such changes and that judges will continue to demand "the known decorum" from lawyers. The Law Society argued that such "feudal and colonial honorifics" and courtroom practices force Ugandans into "postures of humiliation" and form part of what it characterizes as an "archaic" colonial structure that has contributed to the failure of Uganda's judicial system.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At a National Arms Destruction Ceremony marking the UN Small Arms Destruction Initiative, Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak said each destroyed firearm represents a life potentially saved and a threat removed from communities, reaffirming the government's commitment to tackling illegal arms proliferation.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Between 2019 and 2026, more than GH¢34 million allocated to the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project was spent on training programmes, workshops, meetings, transport allowances, refreshments and accommodation, according to expenditure records submitted by the Ministry of Finance. The expenditure came under scrutiny after the World Bank downgraded the $350 million project's implementation to "Moderately Unsatisfactory" in May 2026, citing fiscal controls introduced by the Ministry of Finance in 2025 that delayed contractor payments and civil works execution.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 1992 Constitution guarantees arrested persons the immediate right to access a lawyer of their choice, and security agencies such as the Ghana Police Service, BNI, EOCO, OSP, National Security, and Ghana Immigration Service have no authority to deny or delay that access. The practice of detaining suspects without granting them access to legal counsel is unconstitutional.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The opposition New Patriotic Party has directed its members to participate in a nationwide General Cleaning Exercise scheduled for July 10–11, 2026, as part of its commitment to environmental sanitation and civic responsibility. The party noted that its Constituency Elections would also take place on July 11 and encouraged members to join the cleaning exercise after voting.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Mamprugu Moagduri District Assembly has implemented 23 major development projects across education, health, water and sanitation, and other sectors between January 2025 and June 2026, using GH¢13.7 million from the District Assemblies Common Fund and support from development partners.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Parliamentary Minority has called for the Attorney General's immediate resignation, alleging he unlawfully directed the Bank of Ghana to release GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund despite pending garnishee proceedings against it. The Deputy Minority Leader said the AG's July 1, 2026 letter directing the fund's release to the National Emergency Flood Response Programme violated the Constitution and the rule of law by circumventing an active court process.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ranking Member of Parliament's Defence and Interior Committee Rev. John Ntim Fordjour has called on the Interior Minister to publicly name and prosecute government officials implicated in the trafficking of a 320kg methamphetamine shipment worth over $208 million that was intercepted by Australian authorities. The Interior Minister had earlier told Parliament that preliminary investigations revealed government and public officials allegedly manipulated the security system to allow the drugs to leave Ghana.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Legal counsel for former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab says his client prefers to remain in detention until courts intervene, having lost faith in the Attorney-General's Office, EOCO, and BNI over what is described as unlawful arrest and continued detention. Former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame rejected claims that Abdul-Wahab attempted to withdraw money from a frozen account and disputed the Attorney-General's timeline for filing a travel review application.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The New Patriotic Party has set Saturday, September 19, 2026 for its National Delegates Conference, where delegates will elect new national officers to lead the party into the next election cycle, according to a party statement issued on July 8. The date was approved by the National Council following a proposal from the National Executive Committee, and the conference comes as the NPP undertakes internal reforms following its defeat in the 2024 polls.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The lawyers for Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, former CEO of the National Food Buffer Stock Company, have rejected Attorney-General allegations that he attempted to unlawfully withdraw money from a frozen bank account, calling the claims false and without evidence. Aludiba was arrested at Kotoka International Airport on July 4 after obtaining High Court permission to travel to the UK for specialist medical treatment.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama and Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will participate in a national clean-up exercise scheduled for July 10–11, 2026, aimed at improving sanitation and reducing flooding risk. The exercise follows recommendations by the Post-Flood Mitigation Committee and will involve MPs, MMDCEs, traditional leaders, and residents.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer and journalist Samson Lardy Anyenini has hailed Parliament's passage of the Community Service Bill as a landmark reform that will reduce imprisonment of people convicted of minor offences who cannot pay fines, describing it as a "historic victory for equity, human rights, and the poor man's law." He called on President John Dramani Mahama to swiftly assent to the legislation and urged the establishment of the National Community Service Secretariat and strengthening of local assemblies to ensure effective implementation.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama ordered a two-day nationwide clean-up exercise on July 10–11 following floods that claimed at least 12 lives and affected about 38,800 people across seven regions. Although markets and shops will close and all workers are expected to participate, Friday is not a public holiday; the Minister of Local Government warned that traders who open during the exercise would face consequences.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has advocated for constitutional amendments to integrate traditional and religious leaders into Parliament's framework, arguing this would foster national unity and reduce partisanship in the legislative body. He made the case during the National Development Conference hosted by the Church of Pentecost.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
According to the 2025 Auditor-General's Report, ten District Assemblies across ten regions collected GH¢106,358,608.73 in Internally Generated Funds but spent only GH¢2,431,064.85 on capital projects, falling GH¢18,840,656.45 short of the legally required 20 per cent allocation to roads, water, healthcare, and schools.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba was released from EOCO custody on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, after spending four days following his re-arrest at Accra International Airport on July 4 over allegations he attempted to use false means to access a frozen account. His legal team, led by former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame, has challenged the legality of the arrest and accused the state of acting unlawfully.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Ato Forson says Ghana will move away from strict fiscal consolidation to a growth and jobs-focused economic strategy after completing 18 months of a planned fiscal consolidation programme, with about six months remaining before the gradual shift.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticized President Mahama for conducting aerial inspections of flood-affected communities rather than visiting victims on the ground, arguing the government must demonstrate practical support for those who have lost lives, homes and livelihoods instead of relying on symbolic gestures.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Minister of Roads and Highways criticised the Oti Regional Minister and Municipal and District Assemblies for failing to promptly report road contractors who have abandoned or delayed government projects, stressing that such inaction undermined the government's development agenda.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A book co-authored by Chief of Staff Julius K. Debrah and Professor Robert E. Hinson titled Citizen Experience: A Reset for Superior Public and Civil Service Delivery was launched in Accra on July 8, arguing that government institutions should measure performance by how citizens experience services rather than budgets and administrative targets. The book proposes assessing performance against seven indicators—accessibility, clarity, speed, dignity, fairness, consistency and outcomes—and recommends restructuring public services around citizens' needs.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development has established a Digital Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Information Integrity Centre to help journalists investigate and verify digital content. CJID says generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are being used to produce misinformation at scale, and journalists have undergone training on open-source intelligence and fact-checking tools to identify manipulated content.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim said the government is committed to combating misinformation without undermining press freedom, stating that protecting information integrity is a governance and national security priority. She emphasised the government's responsibility is not to censor but to strengthen institutions, promote transparency, and protect media freedom.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim said journalism has evolved beyond its traditional role as "fourth estate" and should be recognised as a critical pillar of democratic infrastructure, comparing its role in democracy to essential public services like roads and electricity.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim warned that misinformation, artificial intelligence, and coordinated disinformation campaigns are among the greatest threats to democracy in West Africa, with the World Economic Forum ranking misinformation and disinformation as the world's most severe short-term risk for the second consecutive year.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Local Government disclosed that the government paid GH¢107 million in allowances to all 9,090 assembly members across the country by end of 2025, exceeding the GH¢100 million budgeted allocation, with each member receiving a monthly allowance of GH¢1,300 paid quarterly through the country's MMDAs.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability called for weather forecasts to be treated as economic resources to aid planning and livelihood decisions for individuals, businesses, and institutions. He told Parliament he has signed about 50 proposals to source funding for climate emergencies and flood challenges, and urged that only development projects with climate dimensions be approved.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Journalists Association has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the National Democratic Congress Central Region branch, demanding it publicly apologise to Obaatanpa Radio, compensate the station for losses, and withdraw court action against it, following reports that NDC regional executives stormed the radio station's premises and forced it off air.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has announced that a multi-sectoral working group has been established to develop a comprehensive national database on shrines and other religious sites across Ghana, with the aim of identifying and documenting the number of shrines while establishing a clearer definition of what constitutes a shrine.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of Parliament's Assurances Committee has urged the Local Government Minister to reconsider terminating Zoomlion Ghana Limited's waste management contract, arguing that Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies lack the capacity to assume full responsibility and need adequate time, resources and logistical support before taking over.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United is considering a naming rights deal for the planned new Old Trafford stadium as part of revenue-maximization efforts for the £2bn development, which is estimated to create 48,000 jobs and 15,000 new homes across 370 acres. The club's New Stadium Development chief confirmed the plans are not final and that designers Foster and Partners will consult with fans on exact designs over coming months, with something potentially to share by late 2026 or early 2027.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Policy firm EM Advisory argues that Ghana's concentration of economic opportunities in Accra drives recurring challenges including flooding, traffic congestion, and housing shortages, and proposes a tri-pole economy model to deliberately decentralize economic opportunities rather than rely on engineering interventions alone.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Development Bank Ghana celebrated its fifth anniversary with a customer dialogue event in Kumasi and unveiled the "DBG Women's Lending Programme," a facility designed to address barriers faced by women entrepreneurs. The event featured testimonies from borrowers and discussions on Ghana's financing ecosystem, with the bank's CEO stating that DBG was established to close the financing gap for Ghana's most productive businesses.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Roads and Highways has given Greenhouse International Development a two-month ultimatum to accelerate work on the Have–Hohoe Road Reconstruction Project or risk losing its contract. The contractor has been on the project since 2012 with little progress, and the minister has directed it to raise progress to at least 20 per cent within two months and deploy additional construction gangs.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Total reported fraud cases across banks and financial institutions rose from 16,733 in 2024 to 24,778 in 2025, with the increase driven almost entirely by Payment Service Providers, which saw electronic fraud incidents jump 54% to 24,124 cases. The Bank of Ghana report also notes that 75 bank staff were dismissed as the total value at risk increased from GH¢99 million to GH¢101 million.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Roads Minister announced that the government will fully reconstruct sections of the Eastern Corridor Road with asphalt pavement rather than continue patch repairs, citing that the road has exceeded its design life. Technical assessments determined a more permanent solution is needed after years without major rehabilitation, with the aim to improve safety, connectivity, and reduce maintenance costs.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Absa Bank Ghana's Sustainability team held a financial literacy session for Persons with Disabilities at the British Council, covering budgeting, saving, responsible borrowing, fraud prevention, and accessible banking solutions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Reference Rate increased marginally to 10.59% in July 2026 from 10.02% in June, driven mainly by higher 91-day Treasury bill rates and the Bank of Ghana's decision to raise the Cash Reserve Ratio to 20% from 15%; the rise could lead to an increase in lending rates over the next month, though borrowers with fixed-rate facilities are not expected to be affected.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC National Chairman has urged African countries to end dependence on exporting raw materials and instead focus on building industries that transform the continent's natural resources into technology and greater economic value, arguing that Africa's strategic resources should support its own development rather than primarily benefit industrialised nations.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Energy and Green Transition Minister Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor met with the Association of Ghana Industries to explore collaboration between government and the private sector, with both sides discussing ways to improve the operating environment for businesses and strengthen the energy sector to support industrial growth.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana reports that employees involved in fraud within banking and specialised deposit-taking institutions fell from 365 in 2024 to 219 in 2025. Overall fraud cases across banks, SDIs and payment service providers rose 48 per cent to 24,778 cases, though the total value at risk increased marginally from GH¢99 million to GH¢101 million.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has sealed the administrative block of ElectroChem Ghana Limited over an outstanding tax liability of GH¢8.6 million, granting the company seven days to settle the debt or arrange a payment plan before further enforcement action.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister told Parliament that eight companies have applied to cultivate industrial cannabis in Ghana, which is permitted only with THC content of 0.3 percent or less for industrial and medicinal purposes, with recreational use remaining prohibited. The government has conducted 2,170 sensitisation activities in 2025 reaching an estimated 500,000 people and plans to expand narcotics intelligence staffing to all 261 metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies within five to seven years.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cocoa Marketing Company has secured offtake commitments from the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia for Ghana's semi-finished cocoa products, supporting the government's 50 per cent local processing mandate. The move aims to guarantee demand for cocoa liquor, butter, cake, and powder and ensure domestic grindings convert into secured export earnings.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
U.S. states, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, are considering a lawsuit to block Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing competition concerns. The deal would combine two of Hollywood's four major studios, and has faced opposition from actors, writers, and theatre owners who fear job losses and reduced competition.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has described the maritime sector as essential to Ghana's economic transformation and job creation, pledging the government's commitment to strengthening maritime education and positioning the Regional Maritime University as a globally competitive training hub aligned with national development priorities.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The 2025 Bank of Ghana Fraud Report shows that 75 out of 219 employees implicated in fraud across banks and Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions were dismissed (34 per cent), with 44 of those dismissals involving cash theft and cash suppression. Although employee fraud cases declined from 365 in 2024 to 219 in 2025, the banking sector accounted for 96 per cent of the total value at risk, amounting to about GH¢40.7 million.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nigeria's Central Bank has reaffirmed that both the standard ₦100 banknote and the commemorative ₦100 banknote introduced for Nigeria's centenary remain legal tender and must be accepted for all transactions. The CBN warned against rejecting the standard ₦100 note, stating such actions violate the CBN Act and threaten public confidence in the currency.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
According to Ghana's Monetary Policy Report, multilateral debt constituted 42.4% of the country's total external debt as of end-February 2026. Ghana's total debt stock stood at GH¢674.1 billion (42.2% of GDP) in February 2026, with external debt at GH¢313.6 billion (19.6% of GDP) and domestic debt at GH¢360.4 billion (22.6% of GDP).
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
German fashion brand Hugo Boss urged shareholders to reject a €2 billion takeover offer from Britain's Frasers Group, arguing the €38-per-share cash bid was "financially inadequate" and reflected only the legally required minimum price rather than the company's intrinsic value or potential.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's economy recorded 4.7% year-on-year growth in April 2026, moderated from 7.4% in April 2025, with services remaining the largest contributor at 6.0% growth and mining output strengthening the industry sector to 4.0% growth.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A certified fraud examiner has urged Ghana to move beyond using the Ghana Card only as visual identification and integrate it fully into banking and mobile money services, warning that stronger biometric verification could reduce fraud linked to impersonation and fake identities.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghanaian-German Economic Association hosted its "Meet the Government Series" on 8 July 2026 in Accra, bringing together government agencies and the private sector to discuss ways to accelerate Ghana's economic transformation through trade and investment, focusing on the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, Ghana Revenue Authority, and the 24-Hour Economy programme.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Olympic Committee president says the Ghana House project, launched in London on July 8, 2026, represents a major opportunity to advance Ghana's economic diplomacy agenda and position the country as an investment destination. The initiative is designed to promote Ghanaian products and services, facilitate trade partnerships, showcase tourism and creative industries, and strengthen diaspora relationships.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana says employees linked to fraud incidents should not automatically be treated as perpetrators; financial institutions must conduct proper investigations and provide fair hearings before disciplinary action, with some staff becoming implicated due to negligence or failure to follow internal controls rather than direct financial gain.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Fraud in Ghana's financial sector rose sharply in 2025, with commercial banks and Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions recording progress in reducing cases, but Payment Service Providers (mobile money) remain the sector's weak point where fraud counts and values are increasing, according to the Bank of Ghana's Fraud Investigations and Reporting Unit.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Godfred Bokpin, a professor of finance at the University of Ghana Business School, has cautioned the government against treating Ghana's digital finance ecosystem mainly as a taxation tool, arguing that digital payments and fintech platforms should first build an inclusive and productive economy, as prioritising tax could provoke negative market reactions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Shaibu Haruna's Mobile Money Fintech Ltd is launching a nationwide campaign to onboard commercial drivers onto its MoMo merchant network, allowing passengers to pay fares via GHQR code scanning from their phones. The company is partnering with the Digital Transport Workers Union and offering reward points redeemable for fuel and maintenance vouchers, plus vehicle upgrade packages for top-performing drivers each month.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's government has paid GH¢400 million into an escrow account at the Bank of Ghana as the required capital for establishing a Women's Bank. Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson announced the government expects the bank to become operational before the end of 2026, pending regulatory approval and appointment of a governing board and management team.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Azumah Resources Ghana rejected reports that Engineers & Planners failed to comply with a court order over the disputed Black Volta Gold Project, maintaining that E&P lawfully acquired the project under a $100 million agreement. The company stated there is no order from the ICC tribunal or High Court in London requiring the Black Volta Project to be handed over to former investors IGIC PTY, Cangol PTY, and Azumah Resources Australia Ltd.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Economist Professor Godfred Bokpin says digital fraud must be treated as an economic threat, not merely a criminal issue, because it erodes confidence in digital payments and can slow growth, financial inclusion, and Ghana's transition to a cash-lite economy. He argues the "economy of fraud" has both criminal and economic dimensions, and law alone cannot solve the problem.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana's fintech head says the country should move beyond basic money transfers to use mobile-money transaction histories to help informal workers and small traders access credit and insurance. He argues that platforms like MTN Mobile Money and Telecel Cash should become pathways for ordinary consumers to obtain financial services traditionally tied to bank accounts.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering is launching a new Infrastructure Report Card on July 14, 2026 to assess the state of Ghana's critical infrastructure over the past nine years, covering developments up to 2025. The report will provide a broader assessment than the 2016 report, which examined roads, bridges, power, and telecommunications.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's electricity and water sectors are undertaking a digital transformation through a new Regulatory Information Database Management System (RIDBMS) Phase II project, funded by the Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation Trust Fund through the African Development Bank, aimed at improving regulation, service delivery, and consumer protection by enabling real-time data exchange between regulators, utility companies, and consumers.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
BioMex and German Development Cooperation are accepting applications for Cohort 2 of a fully funded, internationally recognised Certificate Programme in biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences and life sciences, with a deadline of July 10, 2026. The programme offers participants selection from 26 modules across 6 thematic competence clusters tailored to individual career goals.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition Richard Gyan-Mensah reaffirmed government commitment to providing reliable energy and modern infrastructure to support Ghana's 24-hour economy policy, speaking at the Ghana Investment and Trade Week Conference 2026. He highlighted the importance of dependable energy supply, quality infrastructure, and investment in enhancing Ghana's investment attractiveness and industrial productivity.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Africa Extractive Media Fellowship has inducted 50 new journalists to strengthen specialised reporting on mining and natural resource governance in Ghana, with support from the Australian High Commission. The programme aims to equip journalists with skills to produce accurate, evidence-based reporting on the extractive sector and promote transparency and accountability in Ghana's natural resource management.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Women in Oil, Gas, and Green Transition has dedicated its Presidential Industrial and Green Energy Talent Initiative to inventor and industrialist Emeritus Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, in recognition of his contributions to African engineering and innovation. The initiative, endorsed by President John Dramani Mahama, aims to build technical capacity and create sustainable employment in Ghana's energy and industrial sectors, with baseline training and infrastructure development already underway.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The chief executive of Adura, the owner of the Jackdaw gas platform in the North Sea, told BBC News that government approval is "hyper critical" to avoid domestic supply shortages this winter, saying the project could meet 6% of UK gas needs from 1 October. Environmental campaigners oppose the project, citing this summer's record heatwaves as evidence of the need to tackle climate change.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minerals Commission CEO reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening mineral resource governance through evidence-based policymaking, transparency and strategic partnerships at the inauguration of the Institute for Mineral Resources Investment and Governance (IMRIG) at UMaT. He highlighted ongoing reforms including review of the Minerals and Mining Act and introduction of progressive royalties pricing regulation aimed at improving transparency and strengthening local content.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Nkokɔ Nkitinkiti programme, overseen by the Food and Agriculture Minister, is on course to reach 60,000 households across the country, with implementation completed in 11 regions and the programme now moving into the five northern regions. Each district is allocated 200 beneficiary households under the initiative.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Construction of a second spillway for the Mamahuma Stream (Fulani Dam) in Adentan Municipality is about 95 per cent complete, with the contractor expecting completion by end of July pending fund release. Remaining work includes dredging the spillway entrance and surface dressing of the road.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A total of 506 Feed Ghana Brigadiers — graduates with qualifications in agriculture — have been commissioned following paramilitary and operational training at the Ghana Police Training School. The Minister of Food and Agriculture said they will serve as District Feed Ghana Coordinators to increase food production, strengthen agricultural value chains and improve livelihoods.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
German Development Cooperation and Saving Grains 301 GmbH handed over a community warehouse to farmers in Shebo, Northern Region, to provide safe grain storage, aggregation, and market access. The facility is part of the Fund for the Promotion of Innovation in Agriculture (i4Ag) project, which addresses post-harvest grain losses—estimated at up to 40%—through hermetic storage bags, digital monitoring systems, and improved storage infrastructure.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Food and Agriculture has disclosed that the government has begun procuring birds for Members of Parliament under the Nkokɔ Nkitinkiti initiative to encourage lawmakers to participate in poultry farming and reduce Ghana's dependence on imported poultry products.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has procured 506 motorbikes for newly recruited agricultural extension officers to enhance their operations and improve support services for farmers. The sector minister said the motorbikes would be distributed within two weeks, citing the need to address challenges where officers often serve 1,500-plus farmers each instead of the ideal maximum of 500.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Food and Agriculture outlined the government's plan to establish processing facilities across the country as part of the Feed Ghana programme to increase food production, create jobs, and strengthen food security by linking farmers directly to agro-processing industries.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Food and Agriculture says the government has distributed 1,500 bags of fertiliser to each agricultural constituency nationwide to support farmers ahead of the farming season, with remaining deliveries expected to be completed by the end of the following week.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Isaac Yaw Opoku, Ranking Member on Parliament's Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs Committee, has called on the government to conduct a comprehensive review of the Nkoko Nkitinkiti programme's first phase and address implementation challenges and stakeholder concerns before rolling out the second phase. He supports pausing bird procurement for MPs under the initiative until the ministry assesses the first phase.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Poultry Farmers Association of Ghana has warned that the government's Nkoko Nkitinkiti programme could fail to achieve its import reduction goal if implementation challenges are not addressed. The association president said falling poultry prices reflect weak demand and poor market linkages rather than successful growth.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Agriculture Minister disclosed that vehicles donated by Canada in 2021 to support agricultural extension services were auctioned before they had been in use for four years, leaving many district offices without transport support. The minister appealed to Parliament for funding to procure replacement vehicles for district agricultural offices.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A violent confrontation between Darkokrom residents and suspected illegal miners in Atiwa East District left one farmer dead and several others with gunshot wounds. Residents blame the miners for destroying farmlands, polluting water sources, and invading the community.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Gender-Based Violence Court at the Police Headquarters has scheduled July 16 for a Case Management Conference in the alleged Mamprobi Hospital baby theft case, where a 33-year-old trader, Latifa Salifu, has been charged with child stealing and granted bail of GH¢200,000. The conference outcome will determine the trial commencement date.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Martha Nana Esi Afful appeared before an Accra Circuit Court charged with 35 counts of fraudulent breach of trust after allegedly absconding with GH¢156,445 collected from traders and residents at La. She was granted bail of GH¢200,000 with two sureties and is to reappear on August 12, 2026.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Regina Yayra Adenyo was elected Vice President of the University of Cape Coast Students' Representative Council alongside President-elect Emmanuel Nana Adjei Acheampong on the Nyame Tease ticket, which secured 7,001 votes (53.2% of valid votes cast) in the June 17, 2026 elections. The winning ticket pledged to prioritise student welfare and campus life improvements, including restoration of data and call packages and expanded Wi-Fi coverage.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews Research Analyst Caleb Ziblim was named Overall Best Fellow at the inaugural Africa Extractives Media Fellowship, winning four awards including the Berenice Owen-Jones Award for in-depth analytical reporting, the Prolific Reporter Award, Data and Technology Award, and Investigative Impact Award. The six-month fellowship, delivered by Newswire Africa in partnership with the Australian High Commission in Ghana, trained journalists to strengthen reporting on Ghana's extractive sector.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Christian Council of Ghana has endorsed President John Mahama's declaration of a two-day national clean-up exercise on July 10–11, urging churches and the public to participate in addressing Ghana's sanitation and flooding challenges. The Council described the initiative as a timely intervention that should drive behavioural change and a sustained commitment to environmental responsibility.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication has outlined a vision to transform UniMAC into a leading centre for communication and media education in Ghana and West Africa, citing the need to equip graduates with skills for a technology-driven industry shaped by artificial intelligence.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Christian Council of Ghana has endorsed President Mahama's declaration of National General Cleaning Days on July 10 and 11, 2026, describing the initiative as a timely response to promote environmental responsibility and public health following recent floods.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana National Fire Service has deployed a new fire appliance to the Jubilee House Fire Station in Accra to improve firefighting operations and reduce response times. The regional fire officer said the addition will enhance the station's capacity to respond swiftly to fire and rescue incidents.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Minister of Labour has declared three cocoa farming communities in the Ashanti and Western North Regions as Ghana's first Child Labour-Free Zones. The initiative, supported by the Government of Japan, is described as a community-driven approach to eliminate child labour in cocoa-producing areas.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
To safely remove a tick, use pointy, fine-tip tweezers to grab as close as possible to the tick's head and pull up slowly and firmly, then clean the area with rubbing alcohol or soap and water. Methods like burning, petroleum jelly, or nail polish are not effective.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Senior Presidential Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari has called on Ghanaians to take greater responsibility for protecting the environment and addressing challenges associated with flooding and waste management, following torrential rains in Accra that caused displacement, loss of lives, and destruction of infrastructure. She stated that the government remains committed to finding lasting solutions through engagement with stakeholders, and urged citizens to keep waterways clear, reduce pollution, and adopt sustainable waste disposal practices.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh told Parliament that delays in commissioning the Weija Paediatric Hospital are due to the contractor's failure to complete outstanding works and formally hand over the facility, not government action. The Ministry has prepared staff to operate the hospital and plans a final meeting with the contractor on July 10.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has approved the rehabilitation of roads within Achimota School and committed to protecting the institution's lands ahead of its 100th anniversary celebrations, as announced by the Chief of Staff at a centenary fundraising event.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Youth Development Minister George Opare Addo says the government needed its first 18 months in office to understand the country's youth unemployment crisis through surveys and research before rolling out targeted interventions, arguing that tackling the problem requires careful planning rather than quick fixes.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Senior Presidential Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari has urged Ghanaians to use the recent flooding situation as an opportunity to change attitudes towards waste disposal and environmental protection, emphasizing that citizens must play an active role in protecting the environment and preventing activities that obstruct waterways.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three officers of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly sustained injuries after residents attacked an Assembly taskforce during a demolition exercise behind the COCOBOD building at Adum on July 8. The KMA said the demolition aimed to clear illegal structures obstructing drainage channels and enable desilting ahead of the rainy season, but residents resisted and vandalized Assembly vehicles and equipment.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Youth Development and Empowerment Minister George Opare Addo says poor coordination of government programmes across ministries, rather than their absence, is a major obstacle to tackling youth unemployment. The ministry commissioned surveys over its first 18 months to understand the root causes and is now using the findings to guide interventions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service intercepted 188 vehicles in the Ashanti Region for various road traffic offences, including unlawful use of sirens, horns, strobe lights, and illegal use of road shoulders. The operation, conducted at Airport Roundabout and Santasi Roundabout in Kumasi, resulted in confiscation of unauthorised devices and aims to promote road safety and compliance with traffic laws.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Adentan MP Kojo Adu Asare has blamed recurring flooding in Accra on poor leadership, weak planning, and failure to enforce existing regulations. He says Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies have focused on issuing stop-work notices to developers rather than implementing comprehensive planning measures, and that the country's flood challenges are also driven by citizens' collective actions and lack of leadership at various levels.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Twafohene of Sefwi Sayerano says a police shooting in the community killed two residents and injured three others, causing tension among angry youth. The chief reported the incident to the Divisional Police Command and confirmed all victims were community residents.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has announced that the government is reviewing existing flood mitigation measures and identifying additional interventions following recent floods that affected several communities. He attributed the severity of the disaster to climate change and rapid urbanisation, particularly encroachment on waterways and flood retention areas in Accra.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Four persons—three travel agents and a tiler—have appeared in an Accra court accused of concealing 4.6 kilogrammes of marijuana in a jute bag hidden among cocoa butter, kenkey and smoked fish for delivery to Qatar. The traveller arrested on arrival in Qatar is serving a 25-year sentence; the accused pleaded not guilty and were granted bail of GH¢100,000 each.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three people have been confirmed dead and three others, including a baby, remain missing after a canoe carrying mourners capsized on the River Oti at Salnaayili in Nanumba North Municipality on July 7. None of the eight passengers was wearing a life jacket when the canoe overturned midway through their crossing as they returned from a funeral.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Central Regional Office of the National Peace Council has intensified school-based peace education campaigns that reached more than 3,000 students in the first quarter of 2026, educating them on peaceful coexistence, responsible citizenship, conflict prevention and the legal consequences of violence and vigilantism under the theme "Preventing Violence in Schools."
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust has launched a Membership Value Programme in partnership with Ecobank Ghana, offering members and pensioners a free SSNIT-branded prepaid Visa card with access to digital healthcare, business discounts, reduced airfares, and cashless payments. The initiative aims to improve members' quality of life during their working years and attract new contributors, particularly from Ghana's informal sector.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana HIV and AIDS Network has called on government to promptly disclose HIV test results to applicants from the recent security services recruitment exercise, saying early diagnosis and treatment are essential to HIV prevention and control. About 1,300 applicants tested positive for HIV during the medical screening.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Social Security and National Insurance Trust will launch a Membership Value Programme offering value-added benefits and services to contributors and pensioners beyond statutory pensions. The initiative, part of SSNIT's strategy to improve customer experience, follows the introduction of its Telehealth Service for retirees.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Revenue Authority intercepted 18 truckloads of transit cargo suspected of diversion into the local market and, on the Finance Ministry's directive, allocated them to the National School Feeding Programme. An investigation uncovered documentation fraud, under-declaration of goods, tariff misclassification, and possible identity fraud.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) celebrated Madam Zenaibu Saaka Dagomba, Ghana's oldest female pensioner, on her 100th birthday in Wa Zongo, Upper West Region. The honour recognised her decades of contribution to the national pension scheme and formed part of SSNIT's outreach programme to strengthen engagement with pensioners across the country.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Universal Friendship Organisation has called on the government to act against commercial drivers who exploit commuters through unfair fare practices, short-distance loading during peak hours, and fare increases in the evening, despite falling fuel prices and reduced costs of goods and services.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Economic and Organised Crime Office and INTERPOL have launched a regional workshop in Accra with law enforcement officials from ten West and Central African countries to strengthen intelligence sharing and coordinate joint operations against human trafficking, migrant smuggling and organised scam networks. The workshop focuses on combating the "Model Q" criminal scheme, which combines trafficking, smuggling, fraud and digital recruitment to exploit vulnerable people across borders.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana and South Korea have signed an MoU for a six-year Digital STEM Education Project (2026–2032) with Korean funding of US$28 million. The initiative will expand STEM interventions to four regions and include construction of an Accra STEM Park, strengthening of the Northern STEM Resource Centre, and integration of digital technologies including robotics, coding, electronics, and artificial intelligence into basic education.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Circuit Court in Tarkwa sentenced four persons for stealing a mobile phone from a 13-year-old boy and deceiving him under the guise of spiritual assistance. The accused pleaded guilty to various offences and received fines and custodial sentences in default under the Criminal Offences Act.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Greater Accra relies on only two major landfill facilities and faces an acute shortage as the Kpone landfill is expected to shut down within the next six months after reaching full capacity, according to the Managing Director of Waste Landfills Company Ltd. The alternative 120-acre Adepa landfill, located beyond Nsawam, presents operational challenges due to its distance from Accra.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The National Identification Authority and the International Organisation for Migration will conduct a special Ghana Card registration exercise for eligible Ghanaians aged six and above in selected communities along the Ghana-Burkina Faso border from July 13 to August 6, 2026, covering districts in the Upper West and Upper East Regions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The US FDA has approved Trutakna, a first-in-class treatment developed by Vera Therapeutics, to reduce proteinuria in adults with primary immunoglobulin A nephropathy at risk for disease progression. In a clinical trial, patients receiving Trutakna experienced an average 46 per cent reduction in proteinuria at nine months compared to placebo, though it has not yet been established whether the treatment slows kidney function decline over the long term.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A vehicle caught fire and burned completely at Labone near Aunty Muni Restaurant in the La Dade-Kotopon Municipality on July 5. Firefighters from the Trade Fair Fire Station responded and prevented the fire from spreading to nearby vehicles and properties, with no injuries recorded.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has urged the Ghana Police Service to intensify efforts to arrest a Bole Senior High School teacher accused of engaging in inappropriate sexual conduct with a student in the school's science laboratory, describing the incident as "unacceptable and shameful." The teacher reportedly fled to neighbouring border communities, and the Ghana Education Service has suspended his salary.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A certified fraud examiner has urged bank customers and business owners to regularly reconcile their accounts, cautioning that delays in verifying deposits allow cash suppression fraud—where deposited money either never reaches an account or arrives short—to go undetected for months or years. He notes that victims who fail to promptly confirm whether deposits have been credited are most vulnerable.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Germany has recorded an estimated 5,120 heat-related deaths so far this year, mostly in late June when weekly average temperatures far exceeded 20 degrees Celsius, according to the Robert Koch Institute. Around 4,270 of the deaths were among people aged 75 and older, with more women than men dying mainly because they make up a higher share of the very old.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Legal Green Association has congratulated Noah Ephraem Tetteh Adamtey on his election as President of the Young Lawyers' Forum, citing his humility, selfless service, and dedication to the legal profession. The association urged him to promote integrity, inclusiveness, and servant leadership while strengthening unity within the profession.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parents and caregivers should create supportive home environments where children can freely express their emotions without fear of judgment, according to the Founder and CEO of SereniMind, a youth mental health platform. He emphasized that listening, showing empathy, and understanding the emotions behind children's behaviour helps them develop resilience and healthy coping skills.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Gender Minister called for long-term, predictable funding for child protection systems, stating that addressing child labour exploitation requires more than legislation and demands effective partnerships and collective national commitment from all stakeholders.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana AIDS Commission's Director of Technical Services confirmed that antiretroviral medication stock levels at the Central Medical Store and regional stores have fallen below desired thresholds, though shortfalls vary by region. Fresh ARV supplies are expected to arrive within three to four weeks to prevent stockouts and ensure continuity of care.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission's Eastern Regional Command, in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service and Promasidor Ghana, organised a seminar for Senior High School Guidance and Counselling Coordinators in Koforidua on school-based drug prevention. Participants were trained on emerging drug trends, early warning signs of substance abuse, counselling strategies, and referral mechanisms as part of World Drug Day activities.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated 5,000 student mattresses, 2,000 bags of 25-kilogram rice and other supplies to NADMO to support more than 7,000 households affected by floods that hit southern Ghana on June 29, 2026.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Meteorological Agency predicts light rainfall in coastal communities, persistent thunderstorms over the extreme Upper West, and reduced visibility from mist and fog in forest and mountainous areas. Motorists in forested terrain are advised to exercise caution due to early morning visibility conditions, with afternoon conditions expected to improve across much of the country.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Service Personnel Association (NASPAA) has called on national service personnel to participate in a two-day national cleaning exercise declared by the Presidency on Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, to support post-flood recovery efforts in the seven affected regions. The exercise, themed "Our Actions, Our Future: Cleaning Ghana after the floods," aims to desilt choked drains, sweep major roads, and clean public spaces including markets and lorry parks.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Street Academy will organise its 26th health walk in Accra on Saturday under the theme "Feet on the Street, Hope in Motion," featuring a brisk walk from the Accra Art Centre through principal streets to James Town. The event aims to raise awareness about needy and underprivileged children, promote healthy living, and advocate basic education through activities including group walks, mass aerobics, free health screening, and children's entertainment.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Musician Mzbel has responded to Korle Bu Teaching Hospital's request for information about claims that her sister Laila did not receive emergency care before her death. Mzbel said her sister was referred to Korle Bu but was turned away due to lack of available beds and died the following day without admission.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The University of Media, Arts and Communication has appointed business leader Ernest Ofori Sarpong, CEO of Special Group of Companies, as its inaugural Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026. The appointment is intended to deepen collaboration between the university and industry and equip graduates for the job market.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Eastern South Regional Police Command arrested 258 suspects following violent disturbances in Nsawam–Adoagyiri on July 7, believed to involve clashing youth groups. Preliminary investigations indicate looting, arson targeting an ECG transformer, vandalism of the Oko Anadwo Palace and an astroturf facility, and robbery of mobile money vendors.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Regional Minister says the nationwide cleanup exercise is being supported through donations and contributions from private organisations, volunteers and development partners, rather than direct government funding. Waste management companies, NGOs, private firms and institutions have provided equipment, logistics, water and refreshments to facilitate the operation.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Paramount Chief of Amugo-Vego Traditional Area in Keta Municipality has called on residents to remain calm as the Keta Lagoon floodgates are opened to mitigate flooding affecting several communities. The chief praised the swift intervention of local officials and engineers, while warning against late closure of the floodgate to prevent a repeat of drought conditions experienced three years ago.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
More than 500 police officers from the Accra Regional Police Command have been deployed across Greater Accra to provide security and participate in a two-day National General Cleaning exercise ordered by President Mahama following recent floods, scheduled for July 10–11.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama commissioned the Ghana Medical Trust Fund Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory at the National Cardiothoracic Centre of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. He also announced the establishment of Ghana Medical Equipment Services Limited to oversee management and maintenance of medical equipment in major hospitals.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Gender-Based Violence Court at the Police Headquarters has scheduled July 16 for a Case Management Conference in the alleged Mamprobi Hospital baby theft case involving Latifa Salifu, a 33-year-old trader charged with child stealing. The conference will determine the date for trial commencement in a case that stemmed from an alleged newborn theft from the hospital in February 2026.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Region is conducting a major clean-up exercise on Friday as part of a government post-flood mitigation plan. The "Green Heart" campaign aims to clear drains and public waterways in communities affected by recent flooding, with similar national cleaning days declared for seven flood-affected regions on July 10–11, 2026.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Takoradi Technical University's Faculty of Engineering called for stronger collaboration between academia and industry to equip engineers with skills to solve Ghana's developmental challenges at a two-day Innovation Summit and Career Fair featuring student projects, industry professionals, and researchers.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Pro Vice-Chancellor of Takoradi Technical University has stated that Ghana's development challenges—including floods, unreliable energy, poor sanitation, housing deficits, and transportation inefficiencies—require practical, research-driven engineering solutions alongside policy interventions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission conducted a coordinated operation across multiple locations in Cape Coast, including Pedu, Victoria Road, the University of Cape Coast area, and Downtown, resulting in the arrest of 10 suspected drug offenders aged 24–55 and the retrieval of items believed connected to illegal narcotics activities.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation has donated relief items worth GH₵150,000 to households in Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality affected by recent flooding, following an appeal by the National Disaster Management Organisation. The donation includes rice, cooking oil, cement, roofing sheets, raincoats, life jackets and Wellington boots for affected families and emergency responders across sixteen communities.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Nhyira FM host Mama Effe Amanor has paid outstanding hospital bills for vulnerable mothers at two health facilities in Ejisu Municipality to facilitate their discharge and ease congestion in maternity wards. She urged men to prioritize the welfare of their wives during pregnancy and childbirth.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Men's mental health is shaped by culture, ethnicity, and geography, with traditional masculinity norms, workplace stress, identity loss, and substance use creating distinct challenges. Immigrant men, men of colour, and those facing job loss or retirement experience unique stressors requiring culturally sensitive approaches beyond one-size-fits-all solutions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has announced plans to expand specialised cardiovascular care across Ghana through the establishment of new comprehensive cardiology centres at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and the Tamale Teaching Hospital, aiming to bring advanced cardiac services closer to millions of Ghanaians in the middle and northern regions.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama marked the inauguration of a new Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as a significant step in recovery following a fire in March 2025 that destroyed offices and medical equipment. He said the new facility represents restoration and renewal of cardiac care services at the country's premier referral hospital.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At a National Justice Conference, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey stressed that protecting children requires long-term funding, effective partnerships, and collective commitment beyond strong laws alone. She said sustainable child protection depends on coordinated action involving government, Parliament, the Judiciary, development partners, civil society, the private sector, communities, and families.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has announced cabinet approval for the establishment of Ghana Medical Equipment Services Limited, a subsidiary of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, to manage and maintain medical equipment in major hospitals across the country. The move aims to address long-standing maintenance challenges and preserve previous healthcare infrastructure investments.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Regional Minister says authorities have begun quietly demolishing structures obstructing drains and waterways to prevent flooding, with the military tasked to support the effort. The demolitions are part of a nationwide clean-up exercise scheduled for July 10–11.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A truck carrying second-hand bales overturned at the Alajo traffic light in Accra on Thursday morning, spilling its contents and causing a major traffic jam lasting several hours. No casualties were reported, though the cause of the accident remains under investigation.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama has announced plans for a new maternity block at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and pledged to demolish the old Gordon Guggisberg Building, which he described as unsafe and unsuitable for expectant mothers. The government has begun the procurement process for the project.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Health Minister has commissioned a cardiac catheterisation laboratory at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital to strengthen the country's capacity to treat cardiovascular and non-communicable diseases domestically, reducing the need for costly overseas referrals.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief of Staff says the destruction of more than 2,000 confiscated and surrendered firearms marks a turning point in Ghana's efforts to tackle illegal weapons proliferation and strengthen public safety. The exercise ends the voluntary compliance phase of the national gun amnesty programme and marks the beginning of stricter enforcement measures.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private school owners in Accra are resisting a Ghana Education Service directive banning graduation ceremonies, prom nights, and leavers' celebrations at pre-tertiary schools, calling the policy "primitive" and unfair to students. The Greater Accra Regional Education Directorate issued the ban following viral social media videos showing extravagant gift-giving at such events.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The President of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists urged church ministers and leaders to remain faithful witnesses in their calling during the launch of OneVoice27, a worldwide evangelism and unity initiative combining media outreach with local congregation engagement, at the West-Central Africa Division Bible Conference and Leadership Summit in Nigeria.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Joseph Nyarko, 36, was sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment with hard labour by Odumase Krobo Circuit Court for defiling a 12-year-old girl in Somanya in 2024. The victim later tested positive for HIV; investigations revealed Nyarko is an HIV patient who had defaulted on antiretroviral treatment and allegedly engaged in unprotected sexual intercourse with unsuspecting persons.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection said government is committed to strengthening Ghana's child protection system through sustainable financing and stronger partnerships with development partners, civil society, the private sector, and communities to protect children from labour exploitation and guarantee their rights and well-being.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Eric Afoakwa, known as "Chad," has been arrested by Ghana Police after six years on the run. He was convicted in absentia in 2019 of five offences including money laundering and forgery, sentenced to eight years imprisonment, and ordered to refund $132,660.00 to the complainant.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Assemblies of God, Ghana has called on its pastors, members, and the wider Christian community to participate in a nationwide clean-up exercise on July 10 and 11 as a response to recent floods that caused deaths and destroyed property. The church characterized the clean-up as a test of national resolve to improve environmental sanitation and prevent future flooding.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An Accra Circuit Court has granted bail to Martha Nana Esi Afful, accused of misappropriating GH₵156,445 in contributions from 35 traders through a susu savings scheme. She pleaded not guilty to 35 counts of fraudulent breach of trust and was admitted to bail of GH₵200,000 with two sureties, with the case adjourned to August 12, 2026.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Health Minister disclosed that the government detected an overpayment on the Sewua Government Hospital project contract and has initiated an audit before taking further action. The minister told Parliament's Assurances Committee that the project lacked water, electricity, and an access road when inherited, and stressed that any payments exceeding Parliament-approved contract sums require parliamentary approval.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer and community development advocate Lom Nuku Ahlijah donated 217 pieces of cleanup equipment to the Keta Municipal Assembly to support debris clearance following recent floods, in line with President Mahama's declaration of July 10th and 11th, 2026 as National General Cleaning Days. He emphasized the need for collaboration between government, local authorities, and citizens on environmental sanitation and disaster prevention.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 35-year-old man from Sunyani has been jailed for two-and-a-half years after pleading guilty to stealing from a patient's relative at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and unlawfully possessing police gear that he used to target victims in hospital settings.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority will commission five new offices in Salaga, Yendi, Navrongo, Nalerigu, and Tumu across Northern Ghana in July 2026, with a sod-cutting ceremony also scheduled for a Bole office to expand access to its services.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Two armed men allegedly stormed Zohe Evangelical Presbyterian Primary School in Yendi, discharged firearms indiscriminately, and assaulted the headmaster, prompting the Education Ministry to condemn the attack as a serious threat to school safety and direct the Ghana Police Service to investigate.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin has lamented overcrowded classrooms, outdated curricula, and poor teacher remuneration in rural Ghana, saying the situation limits opportunities for children born there. He urged the government to treat teachers as special professionals, citing examples from other countries that value the profession highly.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Traditional Council has directed the closure of all shops, markets and commercial establishments in Accra from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, to support a nationwide General Cleaning Exercise aimed at promoting environmental sanitation and restoring cleanliness in the capital.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development announced at a summit in Accra that it will expand support for investigative journalism and independent newsrooms across Ghana, Nigeria, The Gambia, Liberia and Sierra Leone, helping media organisations respond to shrinking funding and declining donor support.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Local Government has announced a two-day national flood aftermath clean-up exercise scheduled for July 10–11, directed by the President, in which public institutions, communities, and residents in seven flood-affected regions will participate to restore environmental sanitation.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Jerry Ahmed Shaib, MP for Weija Gbawe, questioned the Local Government Minister over waste dumping by aboboya operators, claiming the government was focusing on one waste management company. The minister responded that certain companies become prominent in their sectors due to their roles, and that attention to Jospong Group did not indicate a fixation on a single company.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Creative Arts Agency has called on musicians, actors, filmmakers, and other creative professionals to participate in the National General Cleaning Exercise scheduled for July 10–11, 2026, themed "Our Actions, Our Future: Cleaning Ghana after the Floods," to restore community cleanliness and address flooding impacts.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh told Parliament that despite the previous administration spending GH¢4.8 billion on Agenda 111 hospitals, none are currently operational, and the government inherited over GH¢1 billion in outstanding contractor payments. The government has identified 35 projects for continuation and directed contractors to return to sites, though the Minister declined to provide completion timelines, saying some contracts may require restructuring.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ridne Food Consortium and Embassy of Ukraine in Ghana have donated relief items to urban refugees affected by recent flooding in Accra. The Ghana Refugee Board welcomed the donation, noting that many refugees had been displaced and lost belongings in the floods.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has ordered markets, shops and corporate offices in the Central Business District to close on Friday and Saturday for a nationwide clean-up exercise. On Friday, closures will run from 6 am to 10 am, while Saturday's closures will extend until the end of the exercise in designated key areas.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Primetime Limited has postponed the National Science and Maths Quiz regional qualifiers for 2026 due to circumstances beyond their control, following an earlier rescheduling from July 6 to July 9. A new schedule will be announced soon.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission has adopted WhatsApp platforms across the country to enable consumers to lodge complaints about utilities, with the Bono East Regional Office resolving 96% of 1,223 complaints in the first half of the year, 84% of which came through WhatsApp.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Regional Minister says waste from the upcoming national clean-up exercise will be properly managed through transfer sites at Achimota, Opeibea, Pantang, Ashaiman, and Mallam, with final disposal at the Adepa landfill, which has sufficient capacity.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Local Government has directed all markets, shops and commercial centres in Greater Accra to close during a two-day National General Cleaning Exercise on July 10–11, warning of legal consequences for non-compliance. The nationwide exercise, ordered by President Mahama following devastating June floods, aims to restore sanitation, clear drains and reduce disease outbreak risks.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service has impounded 188 vehicles in Kumasi's Ashanti Region during a crackdown on unauthorized sirens, strobe lights, and illegal car modifications. The operation targeted drivers at two roundabouts and included road safety education and warnings against misuse of emergency signals.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Asantehene has officially announced the selection of Nana Ama Bonsu as the new Asantehemaa, who assumes the stool name Nana Yaa Akyaa II, becoming the 15th Asantehemaa. Chiefs and queen mothers subsequently paid homage at the Asantehemaa's Palace.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran Ghanaian filmmaker Kwaw Ansah has unveiled a documentary and animated film exploring Africa's identity, history and future, featuring African intellectuals examining the continent's development challenges and themes of slavery, colonisation and loss of identity. The works were previewed at an industry screening in Accra with leading actors and creative stakeholders invited to offer feedback ahead of public release.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Nana Ama Bonsu, nominated by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as the 15th Asantehemaa, has adopted the stool name Nana Yaa Akyaa II, named after her grandmother Nana Yaa Akyaa I, the 10th Asantehemaa who reigned from 1884 to 1917.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Daughters of Glorious Jesus are remaking their classic songs to connect with new, younger listeners while preserving the Gospel message. The group said their decision is rooted in the belief that God's Word remains relevant across generations, and they aim to present the songs in a style Generation Z can relate to.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Dashiki Festival, founded by Timothy Musa Jnr. Abaadu (MJtheComedian), will celebrate its 10th anniversary in July 2026 with a five-day event featuring sports, fashion, music and wellness activities. The festival, which evolved from a community health walk, aims to unite people through culture and promote healthy lifestyles while providing opportunities for creatives and young people.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) in Accra will host the State of Journalism, Media and Communication Conference on July 15 and 16, 2026, bringing together scholars, media professionals, communication experts and policymakers from around the world to discuss topics including artificial intelligence and media, misinformation, media ownership, and investigative journalism.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer best known for the 1980s hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart," has died aged 75. Born Gaynor Hopkins in a Neath council house, she was discovered by talent scout Roger Bell in a Swansea club and went on to a 50-year career dubbed the "female Rod Stewart" for her husky vocals.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The former Chairman of the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board argues that archaeology is a valuable economic industry, not merely academic; he cites the UK's archaeology sector worth £300 million annually and notes that Ghana has developed policy plans to introduce Commercial Archaeology with licensed excavations and Heritage Impact Assessment firms to protect cultural assets while supporting development projects.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Stonebwoy has expressed lasting gratitude to Samini, crediting the veteran dancehall artist with discovering him in Senior High School and mentoring him into his music career. The BHIM Nation president said he began his journey under Samini's guidance in the mid-2000s and considers him his big brother despite past disagreements.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has alleged that the entertainment industry is largely driven by self-worship and values that do not promote God, arguing that many entertainers place themselves above others and seek admiration rather than serve God. He said that finding God changed his perspective and that entertainers can remain connected to faith if they consciously choose to pursue it.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Cultural Forum has paid tribute to acclaimed visual artist Sharon Dede Padi (Padiki), describing her as a fearless cultural advocate whose legacy should inspire stakeholders to strengthen Ghana's creative industry. The Forum highlighted her achievements as an artist and advocate for greater recognition of visual arts, preservation of cultural heritage, and investment in the creative economy, noting she was the first official Guinness World Records holder for the Largest Leaf Print Painting.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Producer Joker Nharnah has completed work on a new music project by Black Sherif and submitted it to his management for release this year.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
WorldFaze Art Practice will host Between and Almost Far from Hard Walls, a solo exhibition by Ghanaian emerging artist Frank Coffie, opening Saturday, August 1, 2026. The exhibition explores themes of love, resilience, family and independence through painted portraits and figurative compositions enhanced with yarn, blending fine art and textile practice to examine emotional and psychological spaces shaped by vulnerability, endurance and memory.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian producer Joker Nharnah has submitted songs for a new Black Sherif project expected later this year. Nharnah, a frequent collaborator with Black Sherif, has produced several of the artiste's biggest songs including Kwaku The Traveller and Soja.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Social media personality Scanty has tributed veteran Ghanaian gospel musicians including Esther Smith, Hannah Marfo, and Obaapa Christy for their impactful music that instilled the spirit of holiness in listeners and shaped generations through authentic worship and praise songs. Fans have called on event organisers to stage a reunion concert featuring these gospel legends.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
MTN Stands in Worship, an annual gospel event initiated in 2013, took place at Palms by Eagles Hotel in Takoradi with thousands of residents attending performances by gospel musicians including Nigerian star Mercy Chinwo and Ghanaian favourite Joe Mettle.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Renowned international cultural dancer Lawrence Quaye, known as Asahene, marked 25 years of promoting Ghanaian and African dance on the global stage with a Silver Jubilee celebration featuring high-energy performances. At the event, he emphasized the importance of authenticity, discipline, and including dance in school curricula to preserve African heritage and identity.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The West African Journalists for Environment, Science, Health and Agriculture (WAJESHA) has launched a website to help journalists across the region report on climate, health, science and agriculture issues. The platform allows nearly 200 members—including journalists, editors and researchers—to share stories, access resources and collaborate on reporting projects.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Grammy-winning R&B singer Brandy's recent appearance at a hometown celebration in Mississippi prompted online discussion about her slimmer appearance, but she reassured supporters that she is doing well and thanked fans for their concern. The incident has revived conversations about how quickly social media speculates about celebrity appearances without verified information.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United have agreed a £50m deal with Chelsea for Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos, with an initial £48m plus £2m in achievable add-ons and Chelsea retaining a 10% sell-on clause. Santos has been cleared for a medical as United address their midfield needs following recent departures and injuries.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea announced the signing of Sporting winger Geovany Quenda in a £40m deal with an eight-year contract. The 19-year-old Portugal under-21 international becomes the second arrival under new manager Xabi Alonso.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a microfracture and bone bruise of the tibia/fibula in his right leg sustained during the United States' 4-1 World Cup defeat by Belgium. The 27-year-old was substituted in the 59th minute, and US Soccer will collaborate with his club AC Milan on his recovery.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Official retailers across Europe have sold out of Norway's national team jerseys ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against England. The Norwegian Football Association says demand has far exceeded forecasts, with around 250,000 jerseys ordered by retailers this year compared with approximately 50,000 during the same period last year, driven partly by interest in players like Erling Haaland and Norway's victory over Brazil.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Norway striker Erling Haaland says all the pressure is on England ahead of their World Cup quarter-final on Saturday in Miami. Norway, competing at a World Cup for the first time since 1998, has beaten Ivory Coast and Brazil to reach the final eight, while England have not won the World Cup since 1966.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Jarell Quansah received a two-match ban for his 54th-minute red card against Mexico for serious foul play, ruling him out of the quarter-final against Norway and a potential semi-final. The Football Association contested Fifa's disciplinary process but found no appeal avenue under tournament regulations.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bruno Guimaraes has asked to leave Newcastle, with Arsenal accelerating their interest in the Brazil international midfielder. Arsenal are poised to make a fresh offer for Guimaraes, who arrived at Newcastle from Lyon in 2022, as they look to bolster their midfield.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Kylian Mbappe scored his eighth goal of the World Cup and Ousmane Dembele added a second as France defeated Morocco to advance to the semi-finals, with Mbappe now level with Lionel Messi's tournament tally.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew visited the Black Maidens' camp on Friday to deliver a pep talk ahead of their decisive FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier return leg against Senegal on Saturday at the Accra Sports Stadium. He urged the young players to play with courage, discipline and belief, reminding them that a win will secure Ghana's place at the 2026 tournament.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A Chronicle feature argues that Ghana's poor performances at the 2026 World Cup and other tournaments stem from leadership, captaincy, and political interference rather than lack of talent. The piece criticises the GFA president for a record of disappointments including group-stage exits and failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, and says the administration is celebrating mediocrity.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Egyptian Football Association has asked FIFA to investigate and remove the French referee Francois Letexier and his VAR team from the World Cup following their 3-2 last-16 loss to Argentina, claiming "double standards" in officiating and alleging a disallowed goal and missed foul on Mohamed Salah were blatant errors.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
France and Morocco meet in a World Cup semi-final rematch in Boston on Thursday, with the winner advancing to the final four. France have won 11 of their last 12 competitive matches and are favored, led by coach Didier Deschamps in what will be his final tournament.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Justin Bieber will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay, and Sesame Street muppets during the 2026 World Cup final half-time show on 19 July in New York. The 11-minute performance, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children worldwide.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Football Association seeks a new head coach following Queiroz's departure, with the Africa Development Council calling for the GFA to promote qualified local managers rather than hire another foreign coach with limited domestic experience.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U-17 women's football team drew 1-1 with Senegal in the first leg of their FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier and will face a decisive second leg at home on Saturday. Coach Joe Nana Adarkwa expressed confidence his side can secure the African place for the 2026 World Cup on home soil.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The EEZZY Group Foundation has presented GH₵800,000 to support Team Ghana's participation in the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2. Ghana will be represented by a 40-member athlete contingent competing in nine sporting disciplines.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Accra Lawn Tennis Club hosts an annual international tennis championship against Nigeria's Ikoyi Sports Club, running today through Sunday. The event features competition in five categories, with Team ALTC led by newly elected Chairman Dr Maxwell Adjei.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Croatia's most successful head coach Zlatko Dalic stepped down after nine years in charge, following the team's loss to Portugal in the 2026 World Cup round of 32. Under Dalic's tenure, Croatia finished runners-up at the 2018 World Cup and third in 2022, and he led the team in 111 matches with 62 wins.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Egypt led reigning champions Argentina 2-0 with 12 minutes remaining in a World Cup quarter-final match, but Argentina scored three goals to win 3-2, with Egypt's coach alleging the team suffered "injustice" after VAR disallowed an Egyptian goal and Egyptian players claiming Salah was fouled in the penalty area.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
France will play Morocco in today's World Cup quarter-final, a rematch of the 2022 semi-final. Morocco arrive as confident contenders after winning their group unbeaten and defeating Canada 3-0 in the last 16, presenting a different challenge than France's previous knockout opponents.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
President Mahama made light-hearted criticism of Ghana's Black Stars for failing to sing the national anthem during World Cup matches, contrasting their silence with the visible pride shown by players from other nations and humorously suggesting anthem singing should be a qualification for national team selection.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association has dismissed allegations that it demands money from players in exchange for national team call-ups, describing the claims as fabricated and aimed at damaging its reputation. The GFA stated that player selection is solely the head coaches' responsibility and that financial entitlements are paid directly by the Ministry of Sports and Recreation into players' bank accounts.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Zimbabwe international defender Divine Lunga escaped unharmed when gunmen opened fire on his vehicle in Johannesburg on Sunday while he was driving to church with his younger brother. South African police have opened an attempted murder investigation; local media reports suggest the attacker may have mistakenly identified Lunga as an undercover police officer.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Antsino Ndemugwanitha Twanyanyukwa of Namibia has been appointed to referee Ghana's FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifying match against Senegal at the Accra Sports Stadium on July 11, 2026, with officials from Zambia, Cameroon, and other African nations in supporting roles.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Egyptian Football Association has formally requested FIFA to remove the officiating team from Egypt's 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16, citing serious refereeing errors including a disallowed goal and a missed penalty claim. The EFA president submitted a complaint against French referee François Letexier and the match officials, alleging blatant errors and inconsistent decision-making.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Manchester United plans to explore a naming rights deal for the proposed new Old Trafford stadium as part of efforts to maximize revenue for the £2bn development. The 370-acre project is estimated to create 48,000 jobs and 15,000 new homes, with design consultations with fans expected over the next few months.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
England defender Jarell Quansah received a two-match ban from Fifa's disciplinary committee for his red card in the 54th minute of a 3-2 win against Mexico, classified as serious foul play. He will miss Saturday's quarter-final against Norway and a potential semi-final, but will be available if England reaches the final on 19 July.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Burkina Faso's women's football team, the Stallions Ladies, returns to the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco aiming to progress beyond the group stage for the first time, after qualifying with dominant victories over Burundi and Togo. Under coach Pascal Sawadogo, the team seeks to build on an impressive qualifying campaign.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The desert rain frog, which became an internet sensation for its distinctive squeaky call, has been added to a global list of species at high risk of extinction. Diamond mining and planned energy developments are the primary threats to its habitat in a narrow strip of sand dunes in southern Africa, with numbers expected to decline 20% over the next two decades.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Forestry Commission has engaged the Nungua Traditional Council to help protect the Sakumo Ramsar Site from illegal encroachment by estate developers and private individuals. The Nungua Mantse pledged full support, with the Commission stressing the wetland's ecological importance for flood control, water retention, and biodiversity conservation.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A convoy carrying over 200 Russian paramilitary Africa Corps fighters and over 100 Malian soldiers came under attack in northern Mali on Thursday; the Tuareg-led Azawad Liberation Front claimed responsibility for the attack on the convoy heading to the town of Anefis.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The African Development Bank approved a €205 million ($234 million) loan to help Morocco extend its high-speed rail network and upgrade infrastructure along the Kenitra-Marrakech corridor, part of Morocco's $10 billion investment plan ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ebola response workers in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo staged protests outside treatment centres on Thursday, citing non-payment or partial payment for their work. The outbreak has infected 1,759 people and caused 600 confirmed deaths since being declared nearly two months ago, according to government data.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Anti-immigration groups in South Africa seized foreigners from homes in Johannesburg and handed them to police, including a woman and child from Malawi, while another apprehended man claimed to hold a legal Zimbabwean Exemption Permit. The protests, which included door-to-door searches and marches in multiple cities, reflect a surge in anti-immigrant sentiment amid high unemployment.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Pakistan is searching for a Boeing 737-400 cargo aircraft that lost contact with air traffic control on Tuesday after reporting a navigational system fault while en route from Sharjah to Karachi. The plane with five crew members aboard descended steeply and was last tracked about 155 nautical miles west of Karachi; no wreckage or survivors have been found.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
A 41-year-old German palliative care doctor has been sentenced to life imprisonment for killing 15 of his patients between September 2021 and July 2024. The doctor administered lethal medicine combinations without consent during home visits, and prosecutors are investigating dozens of other potential victims.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
US President Donald Trump threatened to cut trade ties with Spain and reiterated his desire for the US to take over Greenland during a NATO summit in Ankara, citing Spain's refusal to assist with operations against Iran. Spain's government responded that it considers Trump's statements routine and intends to maintain its relations with the US.
9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
President Mahama received outgoing Australian High Commissioner Berenice Owen-Jones after her four-year posting, highlighting historical ties between Ghana and Australia, shared Commonwealth membership, and collaborative opportunities in mining and other sectors where Australian companies operate.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has suggested there could be an extra bank holiday if England wins the World Cup. England plays Norway in the quarter-finals on Saturday night, with the final scheduled for 19 July.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
West Bengal has been roiled by violent protests and a mob lynching following the alleged rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in Surjyapur village near Kolkata; the incident has become a political flashpoint, with opposition parties accusing the newly-elected BJP government of failing to protect women, a core campaign issue.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Frederick Kumi, known as Abu Trica, was flown to the United States on July 9, 2026, to face charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering related to an alleged $8 million romance scam targeting elderly Americans using fake AI-generated identities. His extradition followed months of legal challenges and a High Court dismissal of his lawyers' appeal on July 2, 2026.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The US and Iran have traded strikes for a second night, with the US military striking some 90 military targets near the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian authorities report 14 people killed in the past two days, and shipping through the Strait has declined sharply as observers report a "dramatic" drop in vessel traffic.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At least four people died in a building collapse in Delhi as monsoon showers triggered rain-related incidents across India, including landslides in Kerala that killed at least four people and rain-related deaths in Maharashtra totalling at least 13.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
China's producer price index rose 4.1% year-on-year in June, the highest rate since July 2022, squeezing manufacturers' profit margins amid weak domestic demand. The surge was driven partly by energy prices and higher prices in coal mining, electrical machinery, electronics, and ferrous metals.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for US Senate in Maine, suspended his campaign following a sexual assault accusation and pressure from party leaders to withdraw. Platner denies the allegation and says he will officially drop out only after a transparent replacement process is secured.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's House Project Coordination Committee has outlined progress toward establishing Ghana House at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, a unified national platform aimed at promoting Ghana's trade, investment, tourism, culture and economic opportunities to the international community.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Deputy Head of Mission has described the Ghana House Project as a strategic platform to showcase the country's economy, culture, investment opportunities, tourism potential, creative industries and sporting excellence ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The High Commissioner characterised the initiative as a national statement of intent to leverage global platforms for Ghana's development objectives, extending beyond ceremonial events to focus on economic diplomacy, market opening, and investor connection.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran on Thursday buried slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the Shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, culminating a week of mass funeral processions and ceremonies. His son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei has remained hidden from public view after being disfigured in the strike that killed his father.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
After Wednesday's NATO summit in Ankara, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan presented each NATO leader with a Gumusay .357 Magnum revolver produced by Turkish arms maker MKE in the 1990s, engraved with their names and accompanied by live ammunition, to showcase Turkey's defence industry. The gifts created logistical complications for recipients including Belgium's prime minister, who handed his to airport police for safekeeping.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Following violent anti-immigrant demonstrations in South Africa that killed one Ghanaian national, Ghana's High Commissioner to South Africa has assured that 900 Ghanaians registered with the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria will be prioritized for evacuation, though the government has yet to announce an evacuation date.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development has expanded its environmental journalism programme across West Africa, with operations in Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia and Sierra Leone. The initiative provides specialised training to journalists covering climate change, environmental degradation and related public policy issues.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ukraine's military has intensified attacks on maritime supply routes near Russian-annexed Crimea, with its drone force commander reporting at least 25 ships hit and set on fire over four days in the Sea of Azov. The strikes are part of Ukraine's "logistics lockdown" campaign aimed at choking off supplies to occupied Crimea and disrupting Russia's fuel supplies.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A fire at the Huiteng Footwear factory in Jinjiang, a city that manufactures 20% of the world's sports shoes, killed at least 28 people on Thursday. More than 200 people were evacuated, and authorities have detained factory staff and frozen the firm's bank account; President Xi Jinping said those responsible must be held "strictly accountable."
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A contractor writes that he refused demands to pay 10-20% upfront on drainage and hospital projects before work could begin, and subsequently faced delays in payment certification. He argues this practice of extracting money before projects start is a root cause of incomplete work in Ghana, and that when he threatened legal action, he was told "everybody is doing it."
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that Ghana's current currency policy—keeping the cedi between 10 and 12 cedis to the dollar—reflects familiar economic management failures, drawing parallels to 1969 when overvalued currency and unsustainable spending triggered an IMF agreement in 1971 and political upheaval. The author contends that while foreign exchange reserves now differ, fundamental economic problems persist and the exchange rate is set to support a political narrative rather than clear economic mechanism.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that Ghana's education system, inherited from British colonial administration, emphasizes rote memorization and obedience rather than independent thinking, leaving graduates ill-equipped to innovate or make decisions.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
An opinion piece questions the Interior Minister's disclosures regarding a case involving fake dollars and a suspect known as "one Alhaji," criticizing the secretive incineration of the fake currency while the principal suspect remains at large and questioning whether public interest was properly served.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →