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Politics

Ashanti NPP Committee insists new album for executive elections

The News

The Ashanti Regional Steering Committee of the NPP has rejected the use of the old album for constituency executive elections in Tafo and Manso Nkwanta, insisting that the newly validated album containing eligible delegates is the only legitimate document for the process. The Committee warned that reverting to the old album would be unconstitutional and could have serious consequences for the party ahead of the 2028 general elections.

14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Politics

  1. Ashanti NPP Committee insists new album for executive elections

    The Ashanti Regional Steering Committee of the NPP has rejected the use of the old album for constituency executive elections in Tafo and Manso Nkwanta, insisting that the newly validated album containing eligible delegates is the only legitimate document for the process. The Committee warned that reverting to the old album would be unconstitutional and could have serious consequences for the party ahead of the 2028 general elections.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NDPC validates framework to monitor 2026–2029 development agenda

    The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), in collaboration with UNICEF, held a validation meeting on the draft Results Framework for Ghana's "Resetting Ghana Agenda" policy framework (2026–2029), bringing together representatives from Ministries, Departments and Agencies, development partners, academia and planning professionals to review indicators, baselines and targets for assessing development performance.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. U.S. Embassy Accra suspends routine consular services July 20–31

    The United States Embassy in Accra will temporarily suspend most routine consular services from July 20 to July 31, 2026, for scheduled maintenance work, with normal operations resuming August 3. Some essential services will continue, including document collection on Thursdays and adult passport renewal applications via drop-box, while emergency assistance for U.S. citizens remains available.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Parliament approves £17m lease extension for Regina House in London

    Parliament has approved a £17 million lease extension enabling Ghana to retain Regina House, which houses the Ghana International Bank, for an additional 150 years in London's financial district. The decision follows committee review and comes amid concerns over the building's condition and calls for more efficient commercial use of the property.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. US judge voids Trump's $1.8bn IRS settlement deal

    A US District Judge voided a settlement between President Donald Trump and federal agencies that granted him immunity from tax audits and established a $1.8bn fund to compensate individuals claiming unfair government targeting. The judge ruled the underlying lawsuit was filed for an improper purpose and referred a Trump lawyer to state authorities for potential ethics violations.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. 22-year-old law student runs for Manhyia South seat

    Nana Agyeiwaa Baffoe-Bonnie Michaels, a 22-year-old law student, has announced her bid to contest the Manhyia South parliamentary seat in the 2028 general election on the Base Movement Ghana ticket, citing youth unemployment, poor infrastructure, and inadequate healthcare as key challenges facing the constituency.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. CPP mourns Ya-Na Abukari II, calls for security vigilance

    The Convention People's Party has mourned the death of the Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari II, and called on national security agencies to heighten vigilance before, during and after the late King's funeral to preserve peace in the area. The party noted that Ya-Na Abukari II worked to unite the Abudu and Andani royal gates and cited historical tensions that have accompanied the passing of Dagbon overlords.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Finance Minister to present 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review next week

    Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is expected to present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament next week, subject to parliamentary approval and completion of Cabinet briefings. The review will outline the government's new economic agenda focused on consolidating macroeconomic gains, sustainable job creation, and economic resilience, and will include updates on Ghana's IMF Extended Credit Facility programme and debt restructuring progress.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. IERPP rates Mahama's first year 4.9 out of 10

    The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy has awarded President John Mahama's administration a below-average score of 4.9 out of 10 for its performance in 2025, citing weak infrastructure spending (0.9% capital expenditure), energy, industry, manufacturing, governance, and social service delivery as key factors in the lower rating.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Cabinet to reconvene on 1992 Constitution review position paper

    Cabinet will reconvene to finalise the Government's Position Paper on the 1992 Constitution review after postponing its scheduled meeting. Once approved, the position paper will be harmonised with the Constitutional Review Committee's report and submitted to the Constitutional Review Implementation Committee.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Interior Ministry adjusts Nkwanta South curfew from 8pm to 5am daily

    The Ministry of the Interior has revised the curfew hours for communities in Nkwanta South Municipality, Oti Region, to run daily from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., effective July 13, 2026, replacing the previous 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. restriction imposed on June 19, 2026. The ban on possession of arms, ammunition and offensive weapons in the affected communities remains in force, with warning of arrest and prosecution for violators.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Weeds overrun new Judicial Service bungalow in Wenchi Municipality

    A newly constructed residential bungalow for the Judicial Service in Wenchi Municipality has remained unoccupied for months with weeds taking over the facility, while the High Court Judge and other key staff rent private apartments. An Assembly Member attributed the vacancy to possible encroachment and called for the Traditional Council's intervention to hand over the facility for use.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. NPP mourns death of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II

    The New Patriotic Party has expressed condolences on the death of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, the Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, praising his reign for bringing peace and unity while strengthening chieftaincy as a partner in Ghana's democratic governance.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. NPP delegates in Tano North retain Kakari Appau as chairman

    Delegates of the New Patriotic Party in Tano North Constituency, Ahafo Region, re-elected Kakari Appau as constituency chairman with 669 votes, defeating two other contenders. The election, conducted by the Electoral Commission, also saw the election of other constituency officers including First Vice Chair Nana Asare Gyamfi-Kumanin Ameyaw and other party officials.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Ho West NPP elects executives for 11 constituency positions

    The New Patriotic Party's Ho West Constituency held elections for new party executives, with David Selorm Dartey elected Constituency Chairman after a keenly contested race, alongside ten other officials ahead of the 2028 general election.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. VP calls for public education on law enforcement, rule of law

    Vice President Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged intensified public education on law enforcement to strengthen public trust and voluntary compliance with the law. She stressed that greater understanding of security agencies' mandates and the purpose of laws is essential for effective governance and national development.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Bawumia praises late Dr Busia at 113th birthday ceremony

    Former Vice President Mahammadu Bawumia eulogized late Prime Minister Dr Kofi Abrefia Busia at a ceremony marking the 113th anniversary of his birth in Wenchi, Bono Region, describing him as an embodiment of great ideas and a scholar dedicated to the values of his homeland. The event included the dedication of a worship center to the Wenchi Jesus Saviour of the World Church in Busia's honor, attended by politicians, traditional authorities, Members of Parliament, clergy, and former Ministers of State.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. EOCO arrests Miracles Aboagye over alleged GH¢55m theft

    The Economic and Organised Crime Office arrested Dennis Edward Miracles Aboagye, former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation, over alleged stealing and misappropriation of GH¢55 million public funds following a forensic audit spanning August 2022 to February 2025. He was arrested at Accra International Airport on Saturday and faces charges including conspiracy to steal, using public office for profit, money laundering and other offences alongside co-conspirator Gerald Appiah, an accountant at IMCCoD.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. Ashanti minister commends contractors for rapid project progress

    The Ashanti Regional Minister has praised Belco Heavy Machinery and Construction Limited and Prudent Link Engineering and Construction for their work on a six-unit classroom block at Agogoso D/A Primary School (95% complete in 12 weeks of a 32-week contract) and a 24-hour Economy Market Project in Atwima Mponua District, urging other contractors to emulate their dedication.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  20. Paul Afoko declares bid for NPP National Chairman position

    Former NPP National Chairman Paul Afoko has announced his intention to contest for the party's National Chairman position, urging the party to focus on rebuilding after its 2024 electoral defeat rather than blaming individuals.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Government tribunal bills aim at justice efficiency, not PNDC revival

    Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has defended the government's proposed tribunal bills as aimed at improving the efficiency of Ghana's justice delivery system. He acknowledged concerns about tribunals from the PNDC era but argued that the tribunal system has evolved significantly through legal reforms and judicial decisions.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Majority Chief Whip denies GBA excluded from tribunal bill consultations

    Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has rejected claims that the Ghana Bar Association was not consulted on the proposed tribunal bill, stating that the GBA was fully engaged in the legislative process and submitted views to lawmakers. He argued that the bill, still under parliamentary consideration, offers the best solution to address the backlog of court cases and is grounded in Ghana's legal framework.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Police arrest three suspects for disrupting NPP election with weapons

    The Ashanti South Regional Police Command arrested three individuals accused of storming an NPP Constituency Executive Election at Bidieso in Obuasi on July 12, 2026, armed with offensive weapons, scattering ballot boxes and threatening officials and voters. The suspects were arraigned before the Bekwai Circuit Court on charges of conspiracy to commit crime and rioting with weapons, pleaded not guilty, and were each granted bail of GHS50,000.00 with two justified sureties.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Cabinet holds final review of Ghana constitutional reform proposals

    Cabinet is holding its third and final session to review the government's position on proposals for constitutional reforms, following recommendations from the Constitutional Review Committee that include extending the presidential term from four to five years, ending the dual role of ministers in Parliament, establishing an independent Emoluments Commission, and reforming MMDCE appointments.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Forcing citizens to join clean-up is illegal without assembly by-law

    Legal practitioner Samson Anyenini states that compelling citizens to participate in the nationwide clean-up exercise is illegal without a specific Metropolitan, Municipal or District Assembly by-law backing the directive, saying no national legislation empowers the President to enforce mandatory participation.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. DVLA to replace all vehicle number plates by 2028

    The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority announced plans to replace all vehicle number plates in Ghana between January 1, 2027, and December 31, 2028, under a new digital vehicle identification system that will integrate with toll, insurance, police, and judiciary databases to strengthen vehicle identification and reduce revenue leakages.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Ghana Armed Forces launches GH¢190m Burma Camp redevelopment project

    The Ghana Armed Forces will redevelop Burma Camp with GH¢190 million in investment, replacing aging barracks with modern family housing and office complexes across three projects including El-Wak, Post Office, and Burma Camp redevelopment sites. The project is expected to be completed within nine months and will deliver 192 housing units.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  28. CAC Chairman urges capital relocation without politicisation

    The Chairman of the Christ Apostolic Church of Ghana has praised President Mahama's agreement to relocate the nation's capital and called on him to avoid politicising the issue while involving Parliament in the process. He argued that relocation is necessary to reduce pressure on Accra's infrastructure and address flooding, and suggested that officials who approved building on waterways should face prosecution.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  29. EOCO investigates former IMCCoD secretary over GH¢55m misappropriation

    The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) is investigating former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation Dennis Miracles Aboagye over alleged misappropriation, diversion and theft of approximately GH¢55 million in public funds, with six criminal offences including conspiracy to steal, stealing, and money laundering. Aboagye, a former senior aide to Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, was arrested at Accra International Airport on Saturday night and handed over to EOCO on Sunday morning.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  30. COKA pledges multi-purpose NPP office for Ashanti Region

    Odeneho Kwaku Appiah (COKA), an aspiring Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, has pledged to construct an additional multi-purpose office complex for the party in the region if elected, with groundbreaking within his first 100 days and completion of any unfinished aspects of the existing regional party office.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  31. NPP constituency elections held peacefully in 14 Western Region areas

    The New Patriotic Party conducted constituency elections in 14 of 17 Western Region constituencies over the weekend without incident. Elections in Takoradi and Kwesimintsim were delayed due to court issues, and Tarkwa-Nsuaem did not hold elections due to a misunderstanding.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  32. Okyehene pays tribute to late Ya-Na's peace legacy

    The Okyehene, Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin II, has expressed profound sorrow over the death of Ya-Na Abukari II, describing the late Overlord of Dagbon as a distinguished traditional ruler whose leadership advanced peace, reconciliation and national unity in the kingdom following years of chieftaincy conflict.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  33. Woman sues church, prophet over disputed Osu land construction

    Yaa Achimaa Watts has filed a contempt application at the High Court against the Trustees of the Assemblies of God Tabernacle of David Church, Prophet Kwasi Boateng, and Collins Owusu Adom, alleging they breached court processes by continuing construction on a disputed plot of land in Osu despite a pending injunction application. Watts contends the disputed property was acquired by her late mother from the first defendant's father for US$730,000, and she is seeking the attachment and committal to prison of Prophet Kwasi Boateng.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  34. Atiku welcomes WAEC, NECO fee reversal after public opposition

    Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has welcomed the Federal Government's suspension of proposed increases in WAEC and NECO registration fees following widespread public criticism from parents, students, and civil society. He questioned why the government waited for public outrage before reversing the policy, arguing the increase would have deepened educational inequality and limited access to education for Nigerian children.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  35. Akufo-Addo mourns Dagbon overlord, calls for peaceful succession

    Former President Nana Akufo-Addo has expressed sorrow over the death of Yaa Naa Mahama Abukari II, overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, describing him as a unifying figure whose reign restored peace and dignity to Dagbon. Akufo-Addo highlighted the late king's role in resolving the long-standing Dagbon chieftaincy conflict and urged a peaceful succession.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. Minority Leader calls for comprehensive flood policy beyond clean-up exercises

    Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Minority Leader in Parliament, has argued that a two-day clean-up exercise is insufficient to address Ghana's flooding challenges and called on the government to introduce a comprehensive national sanitation policy focusing on drainage systems and flood prevention measures, rather than temporary responses.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. Paul Afoko's neutrality offers edge in NPP chairmanship race

    Pollster Ben Ephson believes former NPP National Chairman Paul Afoko's perceived neutrality and lack of association with party factions could advantage him in the race to reclaim the party's top organisational position. Ephson also supported Afoko's claim that he contributed to the NPP's 2016 election victory through policies implemented during his tenure, despite being suspended before the polls.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. EOCO escorts NPP aide to residence amid ongoing investigations

    Dennis Miracles Aboagye, aide to the NPP flagbearer, was escorted by Economic and Organised Crime Office officials to his Larteh Akuapem residence as part of investigations into alleged financial and procurement irregularities involving GH¢55 million during his tenure as Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation. He had been granted bail of GH¢50 million with three sureties, two of whom must be justified.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. Parliament mourns Yaa-Naa Mahama Abukari II's death

    Parliament has expressed condolences following the death of Yaa-Naa Mahama Abukari II, the 41st Overlord of Dagbon Kingdom, on July 11, 2026. The Overlord, who ascended the Yendi skin in January 2019 following a historic peace process ending years of chieftaincy conflict, was praised for his leadership in reconciliation and restoration of traditional authority in Dagbon.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. Paul Afoko's return offers NPP path to reconciliation

    A KNUST political science lecturer has praised former NPP National Chairman Paul Afoko's decision to return to active politics and contest the party's national chairmanship as an opportunity for party reconciliation and regeneration. Dr. Amakye-Boateng noted that Afoko's willingness to let past grievances go and rejoin the party, despite his earlier suspension, demonstrates commitment to NPP interests and could help rebuild unity by drawing back disaffected members.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Government proposes diaspora national service for young Ghanaians abroad

    The government announced plans for a Diaspora National Service programme to reconnect young Ghanaians raised abroad with their homeland through a short-term cultural and national immersion initiative of about two months. The proposal, unveiled by the Director of the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President during the maiden Ghana Diaspora Students Forum, forms part of the government's strategy to strengthen engagement with the Ghanaian diaspora, particularly students.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. MFWA chief questions EOCO's handling of NPP communicator's arrest

    The Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa has questioned the circumstances of the Economic and Organised Crime Office's arrest of NPP communicator Dennis Miracles Aboagye at Kotoka International Airport, saying EOCO did not indicate he had obstructed investigations or refused cooperation.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. NPP hopeful Paul Afoko claims loyalty despite 2015 suspension

    Paul Afoko, a National Chairman hopeful for the NPP, says he remained loyal to the party and continued supporting its candidates and structures despite being indefinitely suspended by the party's National Executive Committee in October 2015 following a leadership crisis. He was accused at the time of bringing the party into disrepute, failing to cooperate with fellow executives, disregarding party structures, and engaging in conduct detrimental to the party's unity.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. Lawyer calls for reform of Ghana's bail surety requirements

    Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has criticised bail conditions imposed on Dennis Miracles Aboagye, saying the requirement for justified sureties and property verification is too difficult and time-consuming for many Ghanaians to satisfy, extending beyond the GH¢50 million bail amount itself.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Lawyer Kpebu argues Miracles Aboagye unlikely to flee Ghana

    Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has called for more practical bail conditions, arguing that Dennis Miracles Aboagye is unlikely to abscond given that he travelled outside Ghana and returned. Kpebu also raised concerns about surety requirements for registered properties, noting that non-registered properties in Ghana outnumber registered ones.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. Paul Afoko says forgiven over 2015 NPP suspension, urges unity

    Paul Afoko, a National Chairman hopeful of the NPP, says he has forgiven those involved in his indefinite suspension from the party in 2015 and is focused on rebuilding the party ahead of the 2028 elections. He cautioned against destructive factionalism, arguing that internal divisions threaten the party's chances of returning to power.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  47. NPP lawyer challenges GH¢50m bail imposed on party member

    Gary Nimako Marfo, Director of Legal Affairs of the NPP, has described the GH¢50 million bail condition imposed on Dennis Edward Aboagye (Miracles Aboagye) by the Economic and Organised Crime Office as excessive and oppressive. Aboagye was arrested as part of investigations into alleged financial and procurement irregularities at the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation, where he previously served as executive secretary.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  48. NADMO chief calls for inter-agency collaboration on security

    The Director-General of Ghana's National Disaster Management Organisation said modern security challenges require coordinated responses across the military, government ministries, and other agencies, speaking at the opening of the 2026 Defence Management Course at the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  49. NDC official says governments not responsible for aggressive arrests

    Abraham Amaliba, Director of Conflict Resolution for the NDC, has argued that successive governments should not be blamed for "Rambo-style" arrests by security agencies, saying security agencies operate independently. Amaliba also noted he has witnessed concerning practices at the Economic and Organised Crime Office.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  50. Parliament committee defends GH¢50m bail for Miracles Aboagye

    Parliament's Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee vice chairman James Enu has defended the GH¢50 million bail granted to former IMCCoD executive secretary Dennis Miracles Aboagye, saying it is reasonable given the circumstances and amounts involved in the alleged financial and procurement offences under EOCO investigation.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  51. Bail variation available via courts if conditions excessive

    James Enu, Vice Chairman of Parliament's Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee, has advised that persons who find their bail conditions excessive can seek variation through the High Court or Human Rights Court. His remarks follow controversy over a GH¢50 million bail granted to a member of the NPP communications team in connection with an investigation into alleged financial offences.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  52. NPP communicator released on GH¢50m bail in graft probe

    Dennis "Miracles" Aboagye, former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation, was released from EOCO custody after satisfying GH¢50 million bail conditions. He is being investigated alongside the Secretariat's former accountant over alleged financial and procurement irregularities involving approximately GH¢55 million.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  53. Suame MP criticises GH¢50m bail conditions as excessive

    The Member of Parliament for Suame has condemned the GH¢50 million bail set by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for former government official Dennis Aboagye as unfair and excessive, arguing that investigative bodies are overstepping by acting as if they have powers above the courts.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  54. Miracles Aboagye remains in EOCO custody pending bail verification

    Dennis Miracles Aboagye, former Executive Secretary of the IMCCoD, remains in EOCO custody as officials inspect properties to secure his GH¢50 million bail. His lawyer Samuel Atta Akyea stated that his client had been granted bail but not yet released pending property assessment.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  55. Ghana urges African political finance reforms to protect democracy

    Ghana has called for urgent reforms to political financing across Africa, warning that growing money influence is undermining democratic integrity, excluding capable leaders, and weakening public trust in institutions. Deputy Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem told attendees at a regional convening in Accra that rising campaign costs are preventing competent citizens, women, and young people from participating in politics.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  56. Lands Minister to discuss sector reforms in accountability series

    Emmanuel Armah–Kofi Buah will address the public on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 10:00 am in the government's Accountability Series, discussing land administration, natural resource management, mining sector reforms, and environmental protection from illegal mining.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  57. Bole-Bamboi MP secures funding for abandoned hospital staff quarters

    Dr Yusif Sulemana, MP for Bole-Bamboi and Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, has secured funding to complete a more than 20-unit staff accommodation project at Bole District Hospital that stalled in 2012 due to inadequate funding. The completion is intended to improve accommodation for health workers and strengthen healthcare delivery in the district.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  58. Minority demands AG explanation over NPP official's arrest

    Ghana's parliamentary minority has called on the Attorney General to brief Parliament on the arrest, detention, and bail conditions of NPP Director of Communications Dennis Miracles Aboagye by the Economic and Organised Crime Office, which the minority leader characterised as a "Rambo style" arrest and a threat to democracy.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  59. Parliament Minority demands briefings on clean-up and World Cup

    The Minority in Parliament has called for separate ministerial briefings on the sustainability of the national clean-up exercise and Ghana's World Cup participation, insisting lawmakers deserve greater accountability. MPs urged the government to provide detailed updates on plans to sustain nationwide sanitation efforts and account for Ghana's World Cup campaign.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Business

  1. Digital Chamber backs Bank of Ghana's Zeepay licence revocation

    The Digital Chamber of Ghana has backed the Bank of Ghana's decision to revoke Zeepay Ghana Ltd's Dedicated Electronic Money Issuer licence, assuring the public that the country's digital payments ecosystem remains stable and pledging to work with the Central Bank to protect affected customers, agents and merchants.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. California leads 12 states to block Warner Bros-Paramount merger

    Twelve US states, led by California, have filed a lawsuit to block the $110bn merger between Warner Bros. and Paramount, arguing it would stifle competition and harm consumers by creating excessive media consolidation in Hollywood.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Accra-Tema Motorway reconstruction 48% complete, flooding reduced

    The Accra-Tema Motorway reconstruction is 48% complete with major drainage infrastructure already helping to reduce flooding along the corridor. The project involves construction of about 20 culverts and three interchanges, most of which are nearing completion.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. 1D1F factories abandoned, converted to churches, says minister

    Local Government Minister Ahmed Ibrahim told Parliament that some One District, One Factory initiative facilities have been abandoned and converted into churches, attributing their collapse to poor siting decisions influenced by political rather than economic considerations. He pledged the government will use sound economic logic for future projects like 24-hour economy markets.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Absa Bank delivers financial literacy to persons with disabilities

    Absa Bank Ghana's Sustainability team held a financial literacy session for Persons with Disabilities at the British Council in Accra, covering budgeting, saving, responsible borrowing, and fraud prevention as part of the bank's colleague volunteerism efforts.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Togbe Afede XIV explores investment in Kpeve water plant expansion

    A delegation representing Togbe Afede XIV and Chinese partners conducted a feasibility assessment at Kpeve Water Treatment Plant to support a proposed expansion aimed at increasing the facility's production capacity and improving potable water supply across the Volta Region.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Cedi weakens slightly against dollar, pound, euro

    The Cedi depreciated against the US dollar, British pound, and euro during the week ending July 9, 2026, losing 0.44 per cent against the dollar, 0.50 per cent against the pound, and 0.09 per cent against the euro, with depreciation remaining below one per cent against all three currencies.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Court upholds GSA container charge cap directive against shippers

    An Accra High Court dismissed an injunction application by shipping agents seeking to block the Ghana Shippers' Authority's directive capping Container Administrative Charges at GH¢720 per TEU, ruling the directive is already in effect and valid.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. PURC resolved 98.2% of utility complaints in Eastern Region

    The Eastern Regional Office of PURC resolved 803 out of 818 complaints received in the first half of the year, with most complaints filed against the Electricity Company of Ghana (716 complaints) and Ghana Water Limited (89 complaints). Through intervention, the utilities recovered GH¢21,294.64 in outstanding bills and facilitated infrastructure improvements including replacement of seven electricity poles and two transformers.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  10. ECOWAS delegation studies Ghana's fuel quality standards framework

    A ECOWAS Commission delegation is conducting a three-day study tour in Ghana to examine the National Petroleum Authority's regulatory framework on fuel quality standards, with the aim of strengthening downstream petroleum regulation across the sub-region through experience-sharing and harmonised standards.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Bank of Ghana revokes Zeepay's electronic money licence

    The Bank of Ghana has revoked Zeepay Ghana Limited's Dedicated Electronic Money Issuer licence with immediate effect, citing multiple regulatory breaches including failure to maintain cash backing for electronic money and non-compliance with central bank directives. The revocation follows a High Court order in April 2026 that required Zeepay and its founder to pay over $11.6 million to a customer for failing to execute fund transfers.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. PURC Central Region resolves 95% of consumer complaints in H1 2026

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) Central Regional Office resolved 863 of 908 complaints received in the first half of 2026, achieving a 95 per cent resolution rate. The office intensified public education campaigns on consumer rights, complaint procedures, and utility conservation, though quality of service delivery remained the most common complaint category.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Banking sector credit expands, private lending dominates April 2026

    Total credit flows increased by GH¢23.708 billion (25.9%) in April 2026 compared with the previous year, driven mainly by expanded lending to the private sector in services, mining, construction, and finance, while credit to the public sector contracted by GH¢1.015 billion (-18.9%).

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Entrepreneurs Foundation chairman urges regional investment for job creation

    The Founder and Chairman of the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana called for deliberate investment in Ghana's regions to stimulate industrial growth, create sustainable jobs, and reduce pressure on Accra. He urged government to encourage businesses to establish factories, agro-processing plants, logistics hubs, technology centres and service industries across the country to unlock regional economic potential and promote balanced national development.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  15. Ghana needs $1.2bn aviation infrastructure investment for future demand

    Ghana's aviation sector requires over $1.2 billion to bridge an infrastructure funding gap and meet future demand, according to the Ghana Institution of Engineering. The institution stresses that sustained investment in aviation infrastructure is crucial for the country's economic growth and regional aviation hub status.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Real interest rates remained positive in April 2026

    The Bank of Ghana's May 2026 Monetary Policy Report shows real interest rates stayed positive in April 2026, reflecting a tight monetary policy stance. The Monetary Policy Rate fell to 14.0% from 28.0% a year earlier, with the Interbank Weighted Average Rate declining to 10.4% from 26.9%, as disinflation continued and macroeconomic conditions improved.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Supreme Court suspends Court of Appeal ruling restoring GN Savings licence

    The Supreme Court has granted the Bank of Ghana's application to suspend enforcement of a Court of Appeal judgment ordering reinstatement of GN Savings and Loans Limited's operating licence, pending the apex court's hearing of the central bank's appeal. The dispute centres on whether the Bank of Ghana acted within its statutory powers in revoking the licence during the financial sector clean-up programme.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Bank of Ghana revokes Zeepay's electronic money licence

    The Bank of Ghana has revoked the Dedicated Electronic Money Issuer licence of Zeepay Ghana Limited with immediate effect, citing multiple regulatory breaches and persistent non-compliance with directives, including failure to maintain required cash backing for electronic money balances and a threat to payment system stability.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  19. NPA raises fuel price floor effective July 16, 2026

    Ghana's National Petroleum Authority has increased the price floor for petroleum products effective July 16, 2026: petrol rises from GH¢ 12.79 to GH¢ 13.28 per litre, and diesel from GH¢ 13.54 to GH¢ 14.35 per litre. Oil marketing companies are prohibited from selling below these approved floors.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. Ghana's infrastructure rated D3 amid funding and maintenance gaps

    Ghana's infrastructure received an overall D3 (57 per cent) rating in the 2026 Ghana Infrastructure Report Card, with an average score of 2.83 out of 5 described as "Poor to Fair". The Ghana Institution of Engineering cited chronic underfunding, weak maintenance culture and governance challenges as key problems, assessing eight sectors using internationally recognised engineering criteria.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. CIB Ghana elects Dr. Ellen Ohene-Afoakwa as new president

    The Chartered Institute of Bankers Ghana has elected Dr. Ellen Ohene-Afoakwa, Managing Executive for Corporate and Investment Banking at Absa Bank Ghana Ltd, as president for a two-year tenure during its sixth annual general meeting on 25 June 2026. Her priorities include education, skills development, and staff welfare.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Mining & Energy

  1. Oil prices surge as US-Iran tensions escalate in Strait

    Oil prices rose nearly 3% on Tuesday to their highest in four weeks after the U.S. reimposed a naval blockade of Iran while the two countries stepped up attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, with Brent crude reaching $84.80 per barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate rising to $79.84. The escalation has injected fresh risk and uncertainty into energy markets.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Nigeria's crude oil output reaches highest level since April 2020

    Nigeria pumped an average of 1.56 million barrels per day of crude oil in June, its highest output in more than six years, driven by stable operations and improved pipeline reliability. Including condensates, total oil production averaged 1.735 million bpd in June, marking four consecutive months of growth.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghana's crude oil output falls 48% in six years, halving revenue

    Ghana's crude oil production has declined for six consecutive years, falling from 71.44 million barrels in 2019 to 37.30 million barrels in 2025, according to an Institute for Energy Security report. The prolonged downturn, driven by ageing oil fields, limited upstream investment, and no new petroleum agreements since 2018, has caused total petroleum receipts to drop 43.27% from US$1.36 billion in 2024 to US$770.27 million in 2025.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Minerals Commission raids suspected illegal sand mine at Ada

    The Minerals Commission and the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat conducted an operation at a site in Ada's Tsopoli community where suspected operators fled before the team arrived. Preliminary checks showed the site was operating without the required licence and officials found no evidence the operators had obtained authorisation to undertake sand-winning activities.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Africa must process minerals locally, not just export them

    Africa supplies critical minerals like copper, cobalt and graphite that the world needs, but raw commodity exports expose countries to price swings and fiscal pressure without generating industrial transformation. The region must retain more value and capability through processing, services and technology to build diverse, resilient economies.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Energy Minister discusses sector reforms and renewables with UK envoy

    Dr John Abdulai Jinapor met with the British High Commissioner to discuss Ghana's energy sector reforms, including electricity distribution measures, grid expansion, and crude oil production efforts. The meeting also covered the government's renewable energy agenda, and the UK reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ghana's energy transition initiatives.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Ghana's gold sector plagued by corruption and regulatory failure

    Ghana, Africa's largest gold producer and the world's sixth-largest, accounts for nearly 40% of total exports but faces deep mismanagement and corruption. Successive governments have failed to establish transparent mechanisms for tracking mining companies' investments, production, taxes, and royalties, enabling systematic underreporting and loss of revenue.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. EPA and Minerals Commission implement 25 of 29 audit recommendations

    Vice Chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee Davis Ansah Opoku has commended the Environmental Protection Agency and Minerals Commission for progress in implementing audit recommendations on regulating small-scale mining, with the two institutions fully implementing 25 of 29 recommendations and partially implementing two others.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Deputy Lands Minister calls for mandatory reclamation bonds in mining

    The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has advocated for mandatory reclamation bonds for mining licence holders and additional engineers in mining districts to strengthen environmental protection and regulation. He reported that 29 of the Auditor-General's recommendations have been fully implemented and 25 others addressed, while the government is deploying more EPA officers and establishing community mining committees.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. PAC Vice Chairman demands comprehensive mining leases register

    The Vice Chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee has called on the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources to provide Parliament with a comprehensive register of all mining leases granted to both local and foreign companies to enhance transparency and accountability in the extractive sector.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Agriculture & Land

  1. RUPAG defends raw rubber export ban, cites increased processor purchases

    The Rubber Processors Association of Ghana has rejected claims that the government's temporary ban on raw rubber exports is harming farmers, traders and aggregators, stating that local processors purchased about 30,967 tonnes of raw rubber between January and June 2026 and that purchases from traders and aggregators rose by 124 percent compared with the same period in 2025.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Galamsey threatens to collapse Ghana's cocoa industry, COCOBOD warns

    The Ghana Cocoa Board has warned that illegal mining (galamsey) could collapse the cocoa industry, with more than 100,000 acres of high-yield cocoa plantations destroyed across major cocoa-producing regions. The destruction is reducing export earnings, weakening the sector, and undermining COCOBOD's capacity to fund farmer welfare programmes.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ivory Coast cocoa farmers call for more sunshine

    Ivory Coast cocoa farmers say below-average rainfall helped dry soil after June floods, but they need more sunny spells during the rainy season to prevent crop diseases and ensure good flowering for the September-to-February main harvest. Farmers expect a clearer picture of crop size by late August, when they can assess how many flowers survive to become pods.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. UESD advocates modern agro-waste systems for jobs and environment

    The University of Environment and Sustainable Development has launched a campaign to transform Ghana's agricultural waste management through innovative technologies and circular economy solutions, arguing that modern systems could reduce post-harvest losses, protect the environment, and create sustainable jobs. Professor Richard Amfo-Otu urged policymakers and investors to prioritize these approaches, noting that much of Ghana's agricultural waste is currently burnt or left to rot on farms, causing environmental pollution and economic loss.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  5. Speaker backs climate resilience for rural women's shea production

    Speaker Bagbin pledged Parliament's support for a climate resilience initiative by the Ghana Climate Centre of Excellence that aims to empower rural women through sustainable shea production and environmental conservation, combining shea harvesting with carbon sequestration in Ghana's savannah ecosystems.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Society

  1. Coca-Cola donates relief items to flood-affected families in Tema West

    The Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Ghana Limited donated 10,000 cases of mineral water and 3,500 cases of soft drinks, valued at GH¢450,000, to the Tema West Municipal Assembly to support families affected by floods following heavy rains on June 29, 2026. The disaster affected all 11 electoral areas in the municipality, impacting over 8,000 families.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Integrity and adaptability essential for graduate success, Absa executive tells students

    The Chief Risk Officer at Absa Bank Ghana urged UESD students to treat their degrees as a starting point for lifelong learning, emphasizing that character and adaptability—not certificates alone—determine career trajectory in a rapidly changing world shaped by AI, climate change, and technology.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Interior Ministry recovers 73 drug trafficking-linked assets

    Ghana's Interior Ministry has recovered 73 assets linked to persons involved in drug trafficking through intensified anti-narcotics operations, the Interior Minister disclosed during a Vice Presidential visit. The ministry has enhanced its anti-drug enforcement capacity with additional logistics including about 20 operational vehicles to support investigations targeting drug networks.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. YEA, Ghana Digital Centres partner to train 2,000 youth in AI, cybersecurity

    The Youth Employment Agency has signed an agreement with Ghana Digital Centres Limited to train 2,000 young Ghanaians in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and data analytics through Microsoft-certified courses. The government-funded programme aims to improve youth employability and create opportunities in the technology sector.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Adom Brands petitions Armed Forces over alleged journalist assault

    The Multimedia Group's Adom Brands has formally petitioned the Ghana Armed Forces to investigate the alleged assault on its Oti Regional Correspondent, Obrempongba Kwame Owusu, by suspected military personnel enforcing a curfew in Nkwanta South on Saturday, July 11, while he covered news following the NPP's constituency executive elections.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Big Ghun donates educational materials to Makye Israel School

    Filmmaker Big Ghun returned to Makye Israel School in the Eastern Region with the second edition of his Bigg Save Project, donating laptops, computers, books and other learning materials. The outreach, attended by celebrities and volunteers, marks the second major intervention at the school following earlier classroom renovations.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. One in five districts face severe teacher shortages nationwide

    A new report launched by Ghana's Ministry of Education reveals that about 20% of districts experience severe teacher shortages, with rural schools hit hardest despite near-universal school enrolment rates. The staffing gaps are undermining learning outcomes, with 45.27% of learners performing below basic proficiency in Mathematics and 50.33% in English in the 2024 National Standardised Test.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. GNFS recovers drowned 11-year-old boy at Adenta Aviation

    The Ghana National Fire Service recovered the body of 11-year-old Samuel Awalime, who drowned at Adenta Aviation in Greater Accra, after a multi-hour search operation on Monday, July 13. The remains have been handed to Adenta Police Division as investigations into the circumstances continue.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Ghana's Bono region records 1,145 new HIV infections in five months

    The Ghana AIDS Commission reported 1,145 new HIV infections in Bono from January to May 2026, with the virus spreading among vulnerable populations. The GAC is distributing Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to help contain the spread, and officials are advising consistent treatment adherence and safer practices.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. GNFS rescues trapped victim in Kpetoe-Sarakope road collision

    Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service rescued a male occupant trapped in the wreckage of a head-on collision between a cargo truck and an excavator on the Kpetoe-Sarakope Road in the Volta Region. The victim was transferred to Ho Teaching Hospital for treatment, and residents attributed the accident risk to inadequate safety measures at ongoing construction sites.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Government intensifies maternal mortality reduction efforts in Northern Region

    The Deputy Minister of Health has intensified government efforts to tackle maternal mortality and improve emergency healthcare delivery in the Northern Region under the Maternal Mortality Action and Response Programme, engaging community leaders, health authorities, and traditional leaders to reduce preventable maternal deaths.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Adentan police commander urges community policing partnership

    The Adentan Divisional Police Commander has called on residents of the Adentan Municipality to work with the Police to maintain peace and security, saying policing works best when community and Police work together toward a common goal.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  13. Solar borehole provides clean water to Mion District communities

    A GH¢332,000 solar-powered mechanised borehole has been inaugurated in Kpilijini and Bayawa communities in the Mion District to address longstanding water challenges, replacing reliance on streams and dams that exposed residents to health risks.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  14. Youth Mentorship Conference held to inspire positive mindset

    The Amy Butler Foundation organised a Youth Mentorship Conference themed "The Power of the Mindset" with about 200 students from junior high schools in the Eastern Region, featuring mentors from Ghana, Europe and the United States who conducted interactive sessions on leadership and opportunities in technology and Artificial Intelligence.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  15. Colonial legacy drives Ghana's career preference toward medicine, law

    Ghana's overconcentration of top students in medicine and law stems from British colonial-era hierarchies that elevated medical officers and lawyers as symbols of middle-class security and social advancement, while engineers and agricultural specialists remain undervalued and underutilized despite Ministry of Education targets favouring science and technology.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  16. National clean-up exercise must drive lasting sanitation reforms

    Ghana's two-day National Flood Aftermath Clean up Exercise, launched by President Mahama following devastating June 29 floods, demonstrated citizens' collective capacity for environmental action and exposed persistent sanitation problems that must be addressed to sustain the gains achieved.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  17. Kumasi Mayor pledges crackdown on sanitation offenders

    The Mayor of Kumasi vows to punish those who litter indiscriminately and has called on business owners in the Central Business District to help monitor and stop offenders. He notes that waste disposal clogs gutters and causes flooding, and that despite Assembly efforts to maintain drains, the situation deteriorates quickly due to human activities.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  18. Remittance pressure takes toll on African immigrant health

    African and Caribbean immigrants in North America face mounting stress from family expectations to send money home while managing high living costs, with reported cases of health crises and deaths linked to the psychological and financial strain of supporting relatives abroad.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. TUSAAG announces indefinite strike from July 20 over unpaid allowances

    The Technical Universities Senior Administrators Association of Ghana plans to resume an indefinite strike from July 20, 2026, citing the government's failure to honour agreements on outstanding allowances, including a negotiated one-time research allowance and an interim allowance agreement. The strike will affect all 10 technical universities across the country following months of unsuccessful engagements and a missed March 30, 2026 payment deadline.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. Saltpond Methodist A Basic School gets new 10-seater toilet

    Saltpond Methodist A Basic School has received a modern 10-seater toilet facility funded by alumnus Ernest De-Graft Egyir, replacing years of inadequate washroom facilities and expected to improve sanitation and hygiene for pupils and teachers.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Ghana's flood crisis reflects coordination gaps across institutions

    Flooding in Greater Accra has cost over GHS 6.3 billion between 2015 and 2025, with damage to SMEs, public infrastructure, and residential property, while Ghana loses an estimated USD 200 million annually to natural disasters. The article argues that the persistence of these losses demonstrates flooding is fundamentally a governance challenge requiring coordinated institutional action rather than merely an environmental problem.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Young Ghanaians aspire to marriage and parenthood despite economic barriers

    Most young Ghanaians aged 18–39 want to marry and have children, but financial insecurity and unstable employment are preventing many from achieving these goals, according to a UNFPA Demographic Futures Survey of over 108,000 young adults across 73 countries. The report found that 88% of respondents consider financial security a prerequisite for becoming parents, while 87% believe stable employment is important before starting a family.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Ecobank plants 300 trees at Tamale Islamic SHS

    Ecobank Ghana planted 300 tree seedlings at Islamic Senior High School in Tamale as part of World Environment Day activities and a nationwide campaign to plant trees in schools, hospitals and churches to promote environmental sustainability.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  24. KETASCO 1996 cohort donates washroom facility to school

    The 1996 Year Group of Keta Senior High Technical School (KETASCO) donated a 12-seater washroom facility to the girls' dormitory as a legacy project marking their 30th graduation anniversary. The donation was part of a three-day reunion celebration featuring mentorship programmes, interactions with students, and other activities.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  25. Police destroy 11 cannabis farms in Volta region

    The Volta Regional Police Command and the Drug Law Enforcement Unit destroyed 11 large cannabis farms in the Peki-Dzake enclave on July 9, 2026, following an operation involving 60 personnel from multiple police units to combat illicit drug cultivation and trafficking in the region.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  26. Suspected Nigerian woman abandons newborn in Kumasi

    A suspected Nigerian national allegedly abandoned her newborn baby at Buokrom-Asikafo Amantem in Kumasi's Ashanti Region early on Monday, July 13, 2026, after apparently delivering the infant. Residents rescued the baby and reported the matter to police; the infant is currently in the care of residents pending intervention from social welfare and health officials.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  27. Prophet Roja donates relief items to Alajo flood victims

    Prophet Samuel Henry (Prophet Roja) of Roja City International Church has donated relief items to residents of Alajo displaced by flooding on June 29, 2026, with the chief noting that the incident submerged much of the community and calling for more support from organisations and philanthropists.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  28. LDS Church donates US$300,000 relief items to flood victims

    The Africa West Area Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated humanitarian relief items valued at approximately US$300,000 to NADMO, including food supplies, clean water, mattresses, blankets, mosquito nets and hygiene products for people affected by recent flooding across Ghana.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  29. Businessman's death by gunshot triggers homicide inquiry

    The Homicide Unit of the CID is investigating the death of businessman Fred Akowuah, who died by gunshot in his Airport Residential Area home on Tuesday June 9, 2026, to determine whether it was suicide or homicide. The incident followed a reported "gentleman's agreement" meeting between Akowuah and his wife to settle matrimonial differences.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  30. Kwadaso MP welcomes national sanitation exercise, urges sustained effort

    The NPP MP for Kwadaso has praised the government's two-day National Sanitation Exercise, calling for it to be sustained without politicization and to become a regular habit among citizens. He urged the government to conduct sanitation efforts proactively rather than waiting for flooding, and recommended monthly sanitation exercises in electoral areas.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  31. Government intensifies maternal health training in Northern Region

    The Deputy Minister of Health has launched a maternal mortality reduction drive in the Northern Region through community engagement and emergency care training under the Maternal Mortality Action and Response Programme, visiting health facilities in Yendi Municipality to strengthen collaboration among health authorities, traditional leaders and local communities.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  32. World Vision Ghana, UNFPA assess disaster-prone health facilities

    World Vision Ghana, partnered with UNFPA, the Ministry of Health, and Ghana Health Service, convened a validation meeting to review assessment findings on health facilities' readiness in disaster-prone areas across Ghana, aimed at strengthening health system resilience and ensuring maternal and sexual and reproductive health services remain accessible during emergencies.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. PSGH condemns Cape Coast MCE's forced pharmacy closure during sanitation exercise

    The Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana has strongly condemned the forced closure of Cape Coast Pharmacy by the Municipal Chief Executive during the National Sanitation Day exercise on 10th July 2026, saying the action unnecessarily disrupted essential healthcare services. While supporting government sanitation initiatives, the society warned that such directives must not compromise public health and emphasised the critical role of community pharmacies as frontline healthcare facilities.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. NACOC holds second dialogue on Ghana's drug policy reforms

    The Narcotics Control Commission, alongside international partners, concluded a two-day national dialogue on drug policy, human rights, and public health. Participants—including policymakers, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and civil society—reviewed implementation of Ghana's narcotics legislation and discussed ways to strengthen public health, protect rights, and improve justice and rehabilitation services.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. NACOC trains school counsellors on student drug abuse prevention

    The Volta Regional Command of NACOC has conducted a capacity-building seminar for Guidance and Counselling Coordinators in Senior High, Technical, and Vocational schools to strengthen their ability to identify and address drug abuse among students and promote preventive education.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. Health Minister announces NHIS tariff increase from August 2026

    The Minister of Health announced an increase in National Health Insurance Scheme tariffs set to take effect in August 2026, aimed at improving scheme sustainability and ensuring adequate reimbursement for healthcare providers. The Minister also warned healthcare providers against imposing illegal charges on NHIS subscribers and said government has taken steps to ensure timely transfer of funds to support prompt payment of claims.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. Four patients receive first pacemaker implants at Korle Bu Cath Lab

    Four patients became the first beneficiaries of treatment at the newly commissioned Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital on Tuesday, with the medical team successfully implanting pacemakers in all four in collaboration with specialists from Mount Carmel Hospital in Ohio.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. GoldBod funds GH¢8.4m water system rehabilitation in Western, Central Regions

    The Ghana Gold Board has signed an agreement with Ghana Water Limited to rehabilitate the Bonsa, Daboase and Sekyere Heman Water Supply Systems in the Western and Central Regions, expected to restore efficiency and improve access to potable water for residents in affected communities.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. 20 young leaders graduate from GSTEP Youth Steering Group

    Twenty young leaders from the Volta, Ashanti, Greater Accra, and Eastern regions graduated from the 2026 Youth Steering Group after completing intensive training in leadership, communication, and STEM advocacy skills. The Youth Steering Group is a GSTEP programme initiative that prepares exceptional young people to serve as mentors, role models, and STEM ambassadors in their schools and communities.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. Alleged robber shot by accomplice remanded in custody

    A 19-year-old barber accused of attempting to rob workers at an Agbogba Junction Filling Station has been remanded into custody after being accidentally shot in the thigh by an accomplice during the alleged June 2026 incident. He has been charged with conspiracy to commit robbery and attempted robbery; his mother was granted bail for harbouring a criminal.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Ghana loses GH₵420m annually to poor sanitation, flooding

    Re|Root Collaborative urges Ghana to shift from reactive disaster spending to proactive investment in sanitation infrastructure, citing annual losses of GH₵420 million to poor sanitation and widespread flooding linked to choked drains and inadequate waste disposal. The group, speaking at a community clean-up exercise in Aboabo, notes that many communities lack basic waste management infrastructure such as regular garbage collection, skip containers, and street dustbins.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. E-waste burning at Agbogbloshie contaminates Ghana's food chain

    Scientists say pollution from informal e-waste recycling at Agbogbloshie is contaminating both human breast milk and livestock milk in surrounding communities, with research from the University of Ghana and UNICEF findings showing that heavy metals and hazardous pollutants released during open burning accumulate in the environment and enter the food chain consumed by mothers, infants and residents.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. Refuse clogs Korle drains in Accra, residents fear flooding

    Heaps of refuse have clogged sections of the Korle drains in Accra, with residents and traders blaming indiscriminate waste disposal by aboboyaa riders, kayayei, and Old Fadama residents. Traders warn that the blockage poses risks of flooding and health hazards, and attribute illnesses such as malaria and typhoid to unsanitary conditions; some residents cite a lack of adequate refuse containers as contributing to the problem.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. Woman arrested for murdering husband in Bole, Savannah Region

    A 40-year-old woman identified as Mmaa has been arrested by the Bole District Police Command for allegedly killing her husband, a farmer, after a nighttime misunderstanding escalated to her hitting him on the head while he slept. The victim was rushed to Bole District Government Hospital but was pronounced dead; his body has been released to the family for burial while the suspect remains in police custody.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Gender Minister praises four pupils for Guinness World Records

    The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection has commended four pupils from Pentecost Preparatory School who earned Guinness World Records through the Sophia Boadi Readathon International Foundation's literacy and talent development programmes.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. Royalhouse Chapel urges environmental responsibility after June flooding

    Following June 29 floods that brought over 170mm of rainfall and caused extensive damage, Royalhouse Chapel's leadership extended condolences to victims and called on Ghanaians to adopt responsible environmental practices, citing indiscriminate littering and improper plastic waste disposal as human factors that worsen flooding by blocking drainage systems.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  47. Alhaji Agongo donates GH¢1.45 million in relief to flood victims

    Businessman and philanthropist Alhaji Seidu Agongo delivered relief items valued at GH¢1.45 million to residents of flood-affected areas in Accra including Mamobi, Nima, Alajo, and Kaneshie Station, following June floodwaters that destroyed homes and livelihoods.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  48. GES closes Yendi schools to honour late Dagbon Overlord

    The Ghana Education Service has ordered the temporary closure of all public and private schools in Yendi Municipality, Northern Region, to allow students and staff to observe the funeral rites of Yaa-Naa Abukari II, the Overlord of Dagbon Kingdom. The closure, effective from July 13–16, was decided following consultations with regional and municipal education officials and the Gbewaa Palace.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  49. Three dead, 15 injured in Kumasi-Accra highway crash

    A Shackman truck and Dongfeng van collided at Juaso Three-Lane on the Kumasi-Accra Highway on 13 July, killing three people and injuring 15 others. The crash involved 18 people total; rescue teams from Konongo-Odumase and Juaso fire stations responded and transported the injured to Juaso Government Hospital.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  50. GRA chief urges businesses to support national clean-up initiative

    The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority has called on businesses, individuals, and philanthropists to support youth-led sanitation and clean-up exercises by providing tools and resources, as part of government efforts to rid communities of filth and promote clean cities.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  51. Education Ministry urges police to arrest fugitive Bole SHS teacher

    The Ministry of Education has called on the Ghana Police Service to intensify efforts to locate and prosecute an interdicted Bole Senior High School teacher accused of inappropriate sexual conduct with a student and who remains on the run. The Ministry noted that the suspect recently granted a media interview claiming his conduct was unintentional, which officials said should provide investigators with fresh leads for his arrest.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  52. KMA raises sweeper monthly wages to ₵800 from ₵250

    The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has increased monthly sweeper wages to ₵800 from ₵250 previously paid under a Zoomlion contract arrangement, following a petition by journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni that led to the cancellation of the government's contract with Zoomlion Ghana Limited. The KMA now funds the payments directly from its internally generated funds.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  53. Premier Health Insurance donates 20 wheelchairs to Accra Regional Hospital

    Premier Health Insurance has donated 20 wheelchairs to the Greater Accra Regional Hospital to address shortages of mobility equipment. The company plans to distribute 150 wheelchairs across nine health institutions nationwide as part of its 15th anniversary corporate social responsibility initiative.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  54. PAC Vice Chairman calls for salary harmonisation of Allied Health Professionals

    Davis Ansah Opoku, Vice Chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee, has urged the government to address salary disparities, career progression and conditions of service for Allied Health Professionals including Medical Laboratory Scientists, Physiotherapists, Radiographers, Dietitians and Occupational Therapists, arguing their welfare is critical to improving healthcare delivery.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  55. Dagbon kingmakers ban live ammunition at funeral rites

    The Dagbon Council of Kingmakers has banned the use of live ammunition during the third-day funeral rites of the late Yaa-Naa Abukari II to ensure a peaceful and safe ceremony, with warnings that anyone attending with live ammunition will be arrested.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  56. Kpone landfill decommissioning under consideration amid environmental concerns

    The Kpone Katamanso Municipal Chief Executive says authorities are considering decommissioning the Kpone landfill due to growing environmental and public health concerns, following a ministerial assessment earlier this year that prompted plans either to decommission it entirely or relocate it.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  57. NAVTRAC launches maiden VIP protection course for security personnel

    The Naval Training Command has launched its first VIP Protection Course, equipping military and security personnel with specialised skills in close protection operations including threat assessment, protective formations, route planning, and emergency response. The course, facilitated by the Special Boat Squadron, brings together participants from the Ghana Armed Forces and other security agencies.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  58. Deputy Education Minister urges investment in young innovators

    At the 2026 Ghana Science and Technology Explorer Prize Exhibition, Dr Clement Apaak called for increased investment in young innovators and strengthened STEM education, saying Ghana's future depends on the ideas and creativity of the next generation. The Ministry of Education reaffirmed its commitment to expanding STEM education and integrating coding, robotics, digital literacy and artificial intelligence into teaching and learning across the country.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  59. GNFS launches fire safety campaign across Eastern Region

    The Ghana National Fire Service has intensified fire prevention activities across the Eastern Region through inspections, community education, and training programmes. Operations include assessing fire damage at Adonten Senior High School, a three-day sensitisation campaign for traders in Koforidua covering fire prevention and LPG safety, and door-to-door education in Jumapo.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  60. Kpone landfill residents demand immediate closure over overflow crisis

    Residents of Kpone, Tema Community 25 and nearby areas are calling for the immediate decommissioning of the Kpone landfill, citing its capacity exceeded state and health threats including foul odours, pollution and disease risks. The overflow has also disrupted waste collectors, some of whom are resorting to unauthorised dumping sites, raising concerns about indiscriminate refuse disposal across surrounding communities.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  61. SDA Church leads sanitation clean-up exercise in Adentan

    The Seventh Day Adventist Church's South East Ghana Union Mission participated in a two-day national sanitation exercise in Adentan, dredging clogged drains and clearing bushy areas. The church urged Ghanaians to support the government's sanitation efforts following recent flooding in Greater Accra and other regions.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Culture

  1. BHIM Band urges industry recognition for backing vocalists

    The BHIM Band is calling on Ghana's music industry stakeholders to give greater recognition to bands, backing vocalists, and instrumentalists, whose contributions to hit songs are often overlooked. Members have appealed to music awards organisers to create dedicated categories celebrating backing musicians, arguing that despite their vital role in live and studio work, they receive little recognition compared to engineers and video directors.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Pokémon Go marks ten-year anniversary with millions active

    The mobile app Pokémon Go, which uses GPS and augmented reality to let players catch virtual monsters in real-world locations, is celebrating its 10th anniversary after being downloaded more than a billion times. Players gathered in Times Square to mark the milestone as millions continue to log on daily.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghana campaign wins 2026 IPRA Golden World Award

    The International Public Relations Association announced the 2026 Golden World Awards for Excellence, with a public relations campaign on storytelling in Ghana among 95 global winners. An international jury of senior public relations professionals selected the winners, which addressed contemporary issues including artificial intelligence, conflict, and strategic communications.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Shatta Wale, Medikal partner with GoldBod on jewellery promotion

    Musicians Shatta Wale and Medikal have partnered with the Ghana Gold Board to promote locally crafted gold jewellery through music, public appearances, and international events. The CEO described the collaboration as strengthening Ghana's jewellery industry and positioning the country as Africa's premier hub for gold value addition.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Nigerian actor Jim Iyke discusses rebranding away from bad-boy image

    Nollywood actor Jim Iyke says he deliberately rebranded from his "bad boy" image to become a responsible gentleman after external forces initially shaped that persona. He argues that many entertainers stagnate because they do not know when to exit the stage or evolve, and emphasises the importance of rebranding to maintain relevance.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  6. Jay Foley urges Ghanaian voice artistes to digitise voices for AI

    Voice-over artiste Jay Foley has called on Ghanaian voice artistes to digitise their voices on AI platforms to create new revenue streams and improve Ghanaian language representation, noting that AI platforms currently lack Ghanaian voice-over artistes and struggle to pronounce local words accurately. He has cloned his own voice for commercial use on these platforms.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  7. Ghana, Denmark partner to preserve Osu heritage sites

    Ghana and Denmark have signed a partnership agreement to preserve and promote cultural heritage sites in Osu, Accra, with a GHC 1.7 million project involving the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, the University of Ghana, and the National Museum of Denmark. The initiative will document historical sites, digitize cultural records, and support long-term plans for a museum and memorial at Osu Castle.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  8. Osebo prefers songs with substance and meaningful lyrics

    Fashion entrepreneur Osebo the Zaraman says he is selective about music, preferring songs with meaningful and thought-provoking lyrics over those focused on catchy beats. He cited gospel, funeral, and hiplife tracks as examples of music that carry powerful messages, including works by Obrafour and M.anifest.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Israeli film industry rebuilds through new movie "Our Loves"

    Israel's film industry, damaged by the October 7, 2023 attack which forced filmmakers to shelve projects, is seeking to recover confidence through the premiere of "Our Loves," a film inspired by those events and directed by filmmaker Avi Nesher.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. American student reflects on first experiences in Ghana

    A University of Oregon journalism student on a study-abroad trip to Accra describes her first encounters with Ghanaian culture, including learning local phrases, being called "obroni" as a foreign visitor, and observing differences in social warmth and interaction styles compared to the United States.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  11. Guinness Ghana DJ Awards 2026 launches August 1 with Smirnoff partnership

    The Guinness Ghana DJ Awards 2026, powered by Smirnoff, will officially launch on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Eden Gardens Hotel, unveiling the year's theme and calendar of activities. Guinness Ghana has renewed its partnership with the Ghana DJ Awards to celebrate DJ culture and recognise excellence in Ghana's music and entertainment landscape.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Dagbon's customary system ensures leadership continuity after ruler death

    The ancient Kingdom of Dagbon developed an elaborate customary governance system centuries ago to prevent authority vacuums when a traditional ruler dies, featuring well-structured institutions and succession arrangements that have sustained the monarchy for more than five centuries.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Networking essential to success in Ghana's voice-over industry

    Ghanaian music producer and voice-over artiste Ball J has stressed that networking and communication are as important as talent in the voice-over business, noting that building relationships with industry players and connecting through social media and production credits can unlock job opportunities that talent alone cannot secure.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Okyeame Kwame says he is Ghana's most development-focused artist

    Musician Okyeame Kwame has claimed he is the Ghanaian artiste most available to support national development initiatives, citing his advocacy on made-in-Ghana products, hepatitis, mental health, and climate change. He plans to release a song on climate change later in the year.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. George Quaye premieres Shakespearean adaptation on religious intolerance

    Ghanaian playwright George Quaye is premiering Gayina's Pound of Flesh, an original African adaptation of The Merchant of Venice, at the National Theatre in August. Set in present-day Kumasi, the play explores religious intolerance, revenge, justice and forgiveness through a contemporary Ghanaian lens, following a traditional moneylender whose indigenous faith has made him a target of ridicule.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. PR takes time; artistes should not expect overnight results

    Empress Neeta advises artistes that PR is a long-term process requiring patience and consistency, not an immediate switch that produces instant streams, followers, or ticket sales. Success in music builds through steady credibility and visibility over time, not viral moments or single press features.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Ghana's NFA pledges tougher measures against illegal movie broadcasts

    Ghana's National Film Authority Deputy Executive Secretary James Gardiner has assured filmmakers that authorities are working on tougher measures to curb illegal broadcast of movies by television stations, following complaints from Nollywood producer Uchenna Mbunabo about Ghanaian stations downloading films from YouTube and airing them without permission or compensation.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sport

  1. Benjamin Tetteh scouts young Ghanaian footballers for European opportunities

    Benjamin Tetteh, director of Kick Nation Sports, leads efforts to identify talented young Ghanaian footballers and create pathways into European football by travelling across regions to scout and select promising players.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Arsenal agrees £17m fee to sell Trossard to Besiktas

    Arsenal have agreed to sell Belgium forward Leandro Trossard to Turkish club Besiktas for about £17m, with the 31-year-old given permission to undergo a medical in Istanbul. Trossard, who joined Arsenal from Brighton in January 2023, scored 36 goals and registered 34 assists in 174 appearances for the Gunners.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Aston Villa warned over Rwanda sponsorship deal

    Aston Villa's new £20m-a-year sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda has drawn criticism from Amnesty International UK, which warns the country is using the partnership for sportswashing to deflect from human rights concerns, including arbitrary detention, torture, and repression of free speech.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Man United signs Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35m

    Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal after meeting his £35m release clause. The 29-year-old midfielder, who recently helped Belgium reach the World Cup quarter-finals, will wear the number 18 shirt.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Four top-ranked nations reach World Cup semi-finals for first time

    France, Spain, England, and Argentina—the four highest-ranked nations in FIFA's world rankings—have all reached the World Cup semi-finals, a first since rankings began in 1992. The tournament, held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico as the first 48-team World Cup, now sees two matches determine which nation lifts the trophy.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Spain beats France 2-0 to reach World Cup final

    Spain defeated France in the semi-final with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro, advancing to the World Cup final on Sunday. The Spanish side controlled the match with disciplined defending and will face the winner of Saturday's other semi-final.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Henderson and Quansah absent for England's Argentina World Cup semi-final

    Jordan Henderson is unavailable while recovering from arm surgery sustained celebrating Mexico's defeat, and defender Jarell Quansah is suspended after a red card in the same match. Head coach Thomas Tuchel is considering retaining the same back four from the quarter-final win over Norway.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Sports Minister credits Ghana team quality despite England loss

    Sports Minister Kofi Adams said Ghana's performance against England at the World Cup showed the quality of the Black Stars, though the team faced disadvantages including shorter preparation time and less on-field familiarity compared to other tournament nations.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Sports Minister attributes Ghana's World Cup struggles to lack of cohesion

    Sports Minister Kofi Adams acknowledged that Ghana lacked the cohesion and understanding needed to compete consistently against the world's best teams at the World Cup, attributing the gap to better-prepared opponents with more established squad familiarity and longer periods of preparation together.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Ghana's Diamond Rackets beat Kenya 3-0 in BJK Cup

    Ghana's women's tennis team defeated second-seeded Kenya 3-0 in their opening match of the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Africa Group III campaign, with Gwendolyn Duvor Klu, Sisu-Makena Tomegah, and their doubles pairing all securing straight-set victories.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. 15-year-old Wofford wins three bronze medals at Meet of Champions

    Wofford Aiden Barachiel Kumashie, representing GH Aquatic Masters, won three bronze medals at the Ghana Swim League Season 4 Meet of Champions held at Borteyman Aquatic Center in June, finishing in the Boys 15-17 200m Butterfly, 400m Freestyle, and Mixed 15 and Over 4×100m Medley Relay events.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Liverpool manager Iraola seeks more signings for 2026-27 season

    New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said the club needs to sign more players beyond the two already acquired, with the club working to complete transfers before the 2026-27 season. Iraola also highlighted the challenge of managing the side's campaign without key players including Mo Salah and those with long-term injuries.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  13. Sinner defeats Zverev to retain Wimbledon singles title

    Italian top seed Jannik Sinner retained his Wimbledon crown, defeating Alexander Zverev 6-7(7) 7-6(2) 6-3 6-4 in the final to claim his fifth Grand Slam title. Sinner, 24, becomes the first Italian and only the tenth man to successfully defend a Wimbledon singles title in the professional era.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  14. England's O'Reilly and Rice available for Argentina World Cup semi-final

    Nico O'Reilly is expected to be available for England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina despite picking up a hamstring problem in the quarter-final win over Norway. Declan Rice is thought to be fully recovered from a sickness bug that sidelined him before the quarter-final.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  15. FIFA to discuss expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino said officials will examine the possibility of expanding the World Cup from 48 to 64 teams before the 2030 event, noting that growing the tournament gives smaller nations the incentive to improve and allows every nation to dream of participation.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  16. France face Spain in World Cup semifinal at AT&T Stadium

    France and Spain meet in a World Cup semifinal at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with France led by Kylian Mbappé (eight goals in six games) and Spain relying on possession-based football under Luis de la Fuente.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  17. Ghana names athletes for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

    The Commonwealth Games Association has officially announced Team Ghana's squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Scotland (July 23–August 3), comprising athletes competing across nine sporting disciplines including Athletics, Boxing, Cycling, Judo, Para Athletics, Para Powerlifting, Para Swimming, Swimming, and Weightlifting.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  18. GTF president urges members to maintain peace before elective congress

    Ghana Taekwondo Federation president Frederick Lartey Otu, who is seeking a third term ahead of the federation's elective congress on July 18, 2026, has called on members to avoid acts that could disrupt the federation's peace and stability, stating that his candidacy falls within GTF rules aligned with World Taekwondo provisions.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. Queiroz to sign two-year contract to lead Ghana

    The Ghana Football Association and Ministry of Sports have agreed to retain Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz beyond his initial four-month contract, with Queiroz expected to sign a two-year deal to lead the Black Stars toward winning the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  20. Ati-Zigi confident Ghana will qualify for 2027 AFCON

    Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi expressed confidence that Ghana will secure qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, saying the squad has the quality and hunger needed. Ghana has been drawn in Group C alongside Ivory Coast, Gambia, and Somalia, with qualifiers scheduled to begin in September.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  21. Manchester United signs Santos, pursues Tielemans midfield deal

    Manchester United completed a £48 million signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea on a contract until June 2031, with negotiations for Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans at an advanced stage. The club abandoned its pursuit of Atalanta's Ederson due to injury concerns revealed in medical checks.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  22. Black Queens arrive in Morocco for WAFCON 2026 preparations

    Ghana's Black Queens have landed in Morocco to begin final preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations, with eighteen players reporting to camp under head coach Kim Lars Björkegren. The squad, drawn in Group D with Cape Verde, Mali, and Cameroon, will focus on tactics, fitness, and team chemistry ahead of the tournament.

    14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  23. France face Spain in 2026 World Cup semi-final

    France and Spain meet in a FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final on 14 July in Dallas, with France one game away from a third consecutive final and Spain, the reigning European champions, also in impressive form.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Tryton Motors signs three-year sponsorship with two football clubs

    Tryton Motors has announced a three-year sponsorship partnership with Debibi United FC and Jonina Football Academy to support grassroots football and youth talent development in Ghana. The CEO said the partnership reflects the company's commitment to creating opportunities for young people and making positive community impact beyond financial investment.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Former Hearts of Oak boss previews Spain-France World Cup semi-final

    Mas-Ud Didi Dramani offers a tactical analysis of the 2026 World Cup semi-final between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, detailing France's offensive formation and defensive strategy with focus on their midfield rotation and counter-attacking strengths.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Deputy Minister warns of deteriorating sports facilities, urges maintenance action

    Alhaji Yusif Sulemana, Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and MP for Bole-Bamboi, has called for urgent intervention to prevent Ghana's sports facilities from falling into disrepair, warning that stadiums like Bortman Stadium are deteriorating due to poor maintenance despite substantial public investment in their construction.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tourism & Environment

  1. Africa launches first pan-continental golf tourism convention

    Africa has launched the Africa Golf Tourism Convention (AGTC) 2026, a business-to-business platform designed to integrate the continent's golf offerings into a unified economic ecosystem and help capture a larger share of the global luxury travel market. The convention is scheduled to take place from 18 to 21 August 2026 in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Development must balance with biodiversity conservation

    Conservation Biologist Professor Edward Wiafe Debrah has warned that Africa's economic development must not destroy natural ecosystems, arguing that biodiversity conservation is essential for sustainable development, food security, climate resilience, and human well-being.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  3. BBC identifies top 20 travel destinations for 2026

    BBC journalists and sustainable travel experts have compiled a guide to the best places to travel in 2026, highlighting destinations that offer incredible experiences while supporting local communities, protecting the environment, and preserving cultural heritage. The list includes destinations across multiple regions, from Polynesian islands and Chile's wine country to Montenegro, Montevideo, Algeria, and Abu Dhabi's new cultural attractions.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

World & Region

  1. Air quality experts convene in South Africa on African pollution crisis

    Air quality experts from more than 40 countries gathered in Pretoria for the Africa Clean Air Forum 2026, held under the theme "Investment Case for Clean Air and Healthy Cities," as African countries face a mounting air pollution crisis. According to the Clean Air Fund's State of Global Air Quality Funding 2025 Report, the African region received less than 1% of global air quality funding despite experiencing high levels of pollutant exposure that caused 1.2 million premature deaths across the continent in 2023.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Balogun acknowledges controversy from World Cup ban waiver

    United States striker Folarin Balogun says he expected FIFA's decision to suspend his one-game World Cup ban would generate "a lot of controversy," particularly after US President Donald Trump and White House officials lobbied football's governing body about the sanction. Balogun was dismissed for serious foul play against Bosnia-Herzegovina and should have received an automatic suspension, but FIFA's disciplinary committee suspended the ban for a year instead.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghana to evacuate 900 citizens from South Africa on July 25

    Ghana's High Commissioner announced that the government will begin a final evacuation of around 900 Ghanaians from South Africa on July 25, 2026, following earlier successful repatriations of citizens stranded after xenophobic attacks. The Department of Home Affairs and Border Management Authorities have approved the date for the exercise.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Captain Sully announces early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis publicly

    Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger III, the pilot who safely ditched US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River in 2009, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease at an early stage. He announced the diagnosis on his personal website and called for courage to battle the disease.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. EU bans purchase and import of Sudanese gold

    The European Union announced new sanctions targeting Sudan's gold trade, which it said finances the military conflict. The measures include a ban on purchase, import or transfer of Sudanese gold, and prohibit the sale, supply, transfer or export of mercury and cyanide to Sudan.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Singapore court orders Bloomberg to pay $356,000 in defamation case

    A Singapore court ordered Bloomberg and one of its reporters to pay S$460,000 ($356,000) to two ministers, K Shanmugam and Tan See Leng, over a 2024 article about property transactions that the judge found implied wrongdoing. Bloomberg disputed the ruling, arguing the reporting was accurate and served the public interest.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Trump pays E Jean Carroll over $5m in damages award

    US President Donald Trump has paid writer E Jean Carroll more than $5m in damages three years after he was found liable for sexually abusing and defaming her in a civil case. Carroll, a former magazine columnist, accused Trump of attacking her in the mid-1990s and later defaming her on his Truth Social website in 2022.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. US-Iran deal's Strait of Hormuz control sparks new tension

    A tentative US-Iran deal signed last month is now fracturing over control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, with Iran citing point five of the memorandum of understanding as granting it authority over the maritime corridor's management, while the US interprets the same clause as requiring Iran to ensure free passage of global commerce.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Trump abandons Hormuz fee plan, US blockades Iran ports

    President Trump has reversed his threat of a 20% fee on Strait of Hormuz cargo, replacing it with plans for "massive" trade and investment deals with Gulf states, as the US resumes blockade of Iranian ports and launches fresh strikes against Iran, causing tanker traffic through the strategic waterway to slow dramatically.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Indian High Commissioner meets GPHA on maritime cooperation

    The Indian High Commissioner to Ghana met with the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority Director-General to explore cooperation in the maritime sector, discussing capacity building, professional exchanges, and training programmes to strengthen bilateral ties and enhance Ghana's port industry efficiency.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Gunmen kill at least 18 in Nigeria's Benue state attack

    Armed men, suspected by locals to be Fulani herders, killed at least 18 people in a Sunday morning attack in Benue state's Otukpo-Nobi community, though police gave a lower death toll of eight; residents and local officials blamed the violence on ongoing clashes over land and resources, while the local government chair linked it to the killing of a herders' association leader two weeks prior.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Former Canadian MP arrested in firearms trafficking investigation

    Ex-Canadian MP Inky Mark has been arrested after the Royal Canadian Mounted Police seized 439 firearms, ammunition, an antique cannon and thousands of dollars in cash from his home near Dauphin, Manitoba. Mark, 78, has been charged with firearms trafficking and gun-related offences including possessing unauthorised devices and unsafe storage.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. ICE agent shoots Colombian national during Maine enforcement operation

    An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a Colombian national during an immigration enforcement operation in Biddeford, Maine, when the person attempted to flee in a vehicle. The incident occurred during monitoring of an address for someone with a final removal order, and the officer said he fired fearing for public safety.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. UAE condemns Iranian attack on tankers; US intensifies strikes

    The UAE accused Iran of attacking two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, killing one and wounding eight crew members. The US launched fresh strikes as tensions escalate, with Trump announcing a 20% charge on the waterway, while Iran said it would remain the Strait's guardian.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Bangkok bar fire kills 30; police probe safety violations

    Thai authorities are investigating whether negligence led to a deadly inferno at a Bangkok bar on Sunday, as survivors reported locked doors and absent emergency exit signage. The blaze, which originated near the stage and spread rapidly due to flammable decorative materials, has left at least 30 people dead and more than 70 injured; preliminary findings suggest a short circuit in an air conditioner caused the fire.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to two more northeastern provinces

    The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two northeastern provinces, Haut-Uele and Tshopo, with the number of confirmed cases rising to 1,926 including 702 deaths. Current investigations suggest cases in the two provinces were primarily imported from Ituri province, where Congo's 17th Ebola outbreak was declared on May 15.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  17. Typhoon Bavi floods submerge roads, cars in northern China

    Severe flooding in Hebei and Liaoning provinces submerged roads and swept away vehicles following Typhoon Bavi, the most powerful storm to strike mainland China this year. Water levels rose to more than two metres in Kuancheng, a county home to around 240,000 people, stranding approximately 1,800 villagers and causing train service suspensions.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  18. Morocco arrests dissident commentator Ali Lmrabet at airport

    Moroccan police arrested dissident commentator Ali Lmrabet at Tangier airport on Sunday for questioning over alleged dissemination of false information harming constitutional institutions, according to Reporters Without Borders. Lmrabet, who lives in Spain and holds French nationality, is a known critic of Morocco's political system and faces a preliminary investigation over complaints alleging slander and defamation.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. Fire at Bangkok bar kills 28, injures 25 critically

    A fire broke out near the stage of a bar in Bangkok's Chatuchak district late Sunday, killing at least 28 people and leaving 25 critically injured. Most victims were found in a bathroom where they had sought shelter; preliminary investigations suggest an electrical short circuit in an air conditioner may have caused the blaze.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  20. Heavy rainfall and flooding kill 51 in Bangladesh

    At least 51 people have died and more than a million been affected by heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides across Bangladesh in recent days. Twenty-eight of the deaths occurred in Cox's Bazar, where a large Rohingya refugee population lives, while the capital Dhaka also experienced significant flooding.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  21. Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin detained by police

    Boris Nadezhdin, an anti-war politician who ran for Russian president earlier in 2024, was detained by police at his home on Monday, weeks after announcing his candidacy for September's parliamentary elections. His detention came days after Russia's justice ministry designated him a "foreign agent" and accused him of spreading false information about the government.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  22. EU sanctions Russian officials over cyber-espionage campaign

    The European Union imposed sanctions on Russian military officers, hackers, and private companies for a years-long cyber-espionage campaign against the bloc, with attacks documented in at least nine countries including France, Germany, and Poland. Germany summoned the Russian ambassador in response, calling the attacks "unacceptable."

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  23. US citizen working in DR Congo tests positive for Ebola

    A United States citizen employed by Samaritan's Purse in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for the Ebola virus, making this the second American to contract the virus during the current outbreak. The patient, who was assisting with logistics in Bunia and not involved in direct patient care, has been in isolation since Monday at an Ebola treatment centre.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads across 31 US states

    A parasitic infection called cyclosporiasis, which spreads through contaminated water or food, has infected over 3,000 people across 31 states. Public health officials are struggling to trace the outbreak's origin, partly because the parasite takes one to two weeks to cause symptoms and is difficult to detect in food samples.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Fire at Brussels construction site kills several people

    A fire at the Oxy tower, a building under construction in central Brussels, killed several people on Tuesday, with at least six reported missing. The fire spread to lift shafts where firefighters discovered victims, though the exact death toll remains unclear.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. UK Covid inquiry finds £10bn PPE spending waste, staff at risk

    A UK Covid inquiry has found that nearly £10bn of taxpayer money was wasted in pandemic PPE procurement, while NHS staff and patients faced risks from inadequate protective equipment. The inquiry chair criticised the "VIP lane" prioritising politically connected suppliers as "misguided" but found no evidence of cronyism or corruption in final contract awards.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Australian High Commissioner reflects on four years in Ghana

    Australia's High Commissioner to Ghana, Berenice Owen-Jones, departing after four years, reflects on her experience serving during economic strain and regional instability, emphasizing the resilience of Ghana's people, institutions, and democratic commitment.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Trump abandons Strait of Hormuz toll, opts for Gulf trade deals

    Donald Trump reversed his threat to impose a 20% toll on cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz, replacing it with "trade and investment deals" with Gulf states. The announcement comes as the US prepares to resume its blockade of Iran's ports, following reported explosions near Iranian port cities and overnight strikes between the US and Iran over shipping attacks.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Opinion

  1. Adults must examine their own conduct before judging youth

    A Joy Online opinion piece argues that instead of blaming young people for declining discipline and work ethic, African society should examine whether adults are modeling the very behaviours — intolerance, corruption, and civic indifference — that they then observe in the next generation.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. National clean-up exercise should become permanent monthly feature

    The Chronicle editorial praises the recent nationwide clean-up exercise prompted by floods, noting strong public participation and visible results in cleaner streets and desilted drains across Accra. The newspaper urges that the National General Cleaning Day be institutionalised as a monthly event to foster lasting sanitation culture and community responsibility.

    14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  3. Opinion: NPP needs tested leadership, unity for 2028

    An opinion piece argues the New Patriotic Party must choose a National Chairman with prior party management experience to unite the party and work harmoniously with the Flagbearer ahead of the 2028 election, emphasizing that party leadership requires tested experience rather than experimentation.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ghanaian husbands should appreciate wives beyond financial provision

    Many Ghanaian husbands focus only on financial provision and overlook the emotional, domestic, and social roles their wives play in family well-being. The article argues that wives desire recognition and appreciation for their contributions, which strengthens relationships and inspires greater commitment.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Ghana's highest offices should require undivided national allegiance

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's highest constitutional offices should be reserved for those with allegiance to only one country, rather than dual citizens, prioritizing national sovereignty and security over economic contributions from the diaspora.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

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