A software error at New Jersey's Department of Motor Vehicles caused around 6,600 non-US citizens to be registered to vote between June 2023 and June 2024; fewer than 400 of them cast ballots. Governor Mikie Sherrill said the error occurred when residents applying for driver's licenses answered "no" to a citizenship question on a keypad but were registered anyway.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A software error at New Jersey's Department of Motor Vehicles caused around 6,600 non-US citizens to be registered to vote between June 2023 and June 2024; fewer than 400 of them cast ballots. Governor Mikie Sherrill said the error occurred when residents applying for driver's licenses answered "no" to a citizenship question on a keypad but were registered anyway.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A US immigration judge granted former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta permanent residency, finding insufficient evidence from Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor to support opposition to his application. According to immigration lawyer Jonelle Ocloo, the ruling concerns only his immigration status and does not prevent Ghana from pursuing extradition, though American courts would require compelling evidence.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 39-year-old lotto agent and NDC branch organiser has been charged with offensive conduct and publication of false news for posting statements about former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia on TikTok. He pleaded not guilty and was granted bail of GH¢200,000 with three sureties, with the case adjourned to August 19, 2026.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai says investigations into allegations against NDC National Organiser Joseph Yamin and Third National Vice Chairman Abanga Yakubu over alleged illegal mining links remain ongoing, rejecting claims that the government is applying the law selectively.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has questioned government's resumed borrowing less than a year after exiting the IMF programme, arguing the country should have prioritised domestic revenue mobilisation to finance critical investments instead.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee Dr Gideon Boako says persistent revenue shortfalls are compelling the government to borrow to finance critical national programmes, including education. He cited Q1 2026 fiscal data showing shortfalls across multiple revenue sources—VAT 6% below target, NHIS Levy and GETFund each 29.9% below, crude oil 37% below, excise 23% below, and import duties 14% below—arguing that when revenue cannot cover essential expenditure, government must resort to borrowing.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, says weak revenue performance forced government to reduce expenditure by 29% in the first quarter of 2026, when revenue fell short by 4.5%, and urges improved revenue mobilisation to fund development without additional borrowing.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), explained his absence when the High Court jailed his client, saying he had travelled to the United Kingdom for his daughter's graduation and expected the judge to refer constitutional questions to the Supreme Court before delivering judgment.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Female parliamentarians and gender ministers from across West Africa have adopted the Accra Declaration on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls, calling for the issue to be treated as a legislative emergency. They cited rising cases of gender-based violence, harmful cultural practices and weak law implementation as persistent problems undermining democracy and development in the sub-region.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai dismissed claims that NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) was selectively prosecuted, stating that he was offered the same plea bargaining option as two other individuals linked to the illegal mining case but chose to stand trial instead.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has argued that the Free SHS policy should be financed through domestic revenue rather than borrowed funds, insisting that improving domestic revenue mobilisation is the most sustainable way to finance the flagship education programme.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu said NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako's 20-year prison sentence for illegal mining offences in the Samreboi concession case was driven by the weakness of his own defence. Kpebu argued that Akonta Mining, the company linked to Wontumi, held the concession, making him responsible for unauthorised mining activities carried out there.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu said NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako's conviction on illegal mining charges was caused by the weakness of his own defence, calling his reclamation-work explanation a "cock-and-bull story" that did not withstand court evidence. Kpebu argued that as directing mind of Akonta Mining, which held the Samreboi concession, Wontumi was responsible for mining activities there and had admitted to allowing operations without ministerial approval.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), says the defence has identified more than 20 grounds of appeal against his conviction, including claims that the trial judge failed to refer constitutional questions to the Supreme Court for interpretation before delivering judgement.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
South Dayi MP Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has argued that the legal troubles facing NPP Ashanti Regional chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) did not originate under the current administration, noting the previous NPP government had already disowned him over alleged illegality and that investigations began while the NPP was in government.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
South Dayi MP Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor stated that the NPP administration had already disowned Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako over alleged illegal activities before the current government took power, countering claims that the prosecution against him was politically motivated.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has criticised the government's decision to finance secondary education through borrowing, arguing that education should be funded from domestic revenue rather than loans that would impose future repayment obligations on the country.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
John Darko, Lead Counsel for the Minority Caucus, has criticized the High Court's conviction of former NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, arguing the prosecution failed to establish that Wontumi transferred his mining concession to persons engaged in illegal mining, and contending the court misinterpreted the Minerals and Mining Act by criminalizing a transfer that the law merely renders invalid.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Lead Counsel for the Minority Caucus has criticized the High Court's conviction of former Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), arguing that the prosecution failed to establish that Wontumi transferred his mining concession to persons engaged in illegal mining and that the court misinterpreted the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006, which he contends renders such a transfer invalid rather than criminal.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has criticized the High Court's judgment against NPP chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) in an illegal mining case, arguing that a landowner's mere presence of third-party activity on their property should not imply authorization or transferred rights. The NPP plans to appeal the conviction.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has criticised the High Court's judgment convicting Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) of illegal mining, arguing that the ruling's interpretation of landowner liability raises concerns: that merely allowing someone to work on one's land should not automatically transfer rights or imply authorization of all activities. The NPP plans to appeal the conviction.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South says the conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) has deeply affected the party and its supporters. The NPP remains unconvinced by the trial evidence and plans to examine the court's judgment before deciding on next steps.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah says the conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) has devastated party supporters and members. The MP argued the prosecution failed to present sufficient direct evidence to meet the criminal standard of proof beyond reasonable doubt, and the party plans to study the court's written judgment before deciding on next steps.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has described the death of Ya-Na Abukari II, Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, as a national loss, saying Ghana has lost a distinguished traditional ruler whose leadership advanced peace, reconciliation and national unity. Mahama praised the late overlord for steering Dagbon through difficulties, strengthening traditional governance through institutional reforms including the adoption of the Dagbon Constitution, and extending dialogue efforts beyond Dagbon, including engagement with the Yagbonwura on boundary disputes.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama described the death of Ya-Na Abukari II, Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, as a national loss, praising the late ruler's leadership in advancing peace, reconciliation, and national unity. Mahama commended the Ya-Na's efforts to strengthen traditional governance, resolve boundary disputes with Gonja, and his contribution to national cohesion.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Members of Parliament have raised concerns over containers being transported on low-bed trailers without proper securing mechanisms, citing accidents, traffic congestion, road damage, and fatalities across Ghana. An NDC MP cited Regulation 52 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012, which mandates that loads must be securely bound to prevent sliding or falling, and stressed that failure to enforce the law has emboldened offenders.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Members of Parliament have raised urgent concerns over containers being transported on low-bed trailers without proper securing mechanisms, citing accidents, traffic congestion, road damage, and preventable fatalities. An NDC MP cited Regulation 52 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012, which mandates secure loading, and stressed that failure to enforce the law has emboldened offenders.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Twenty-four aspirants have filed nominations to contest various Regional Executive positions of the NPP in Bono East Region, including chairman, vice chairmen, secretary, and ten other positions. The nominations closed on July 17, 2026, and vetting dates will be announced soon.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Twenty-four aspirants have filed nominations to contest various Regional Executive positions of the NPP in Bono East Region, including chairman, vice chairmen, secretary, and other positions. The nominations closed on July 17, 2026, and vetting dates will be announced soon.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Media Coalition Against Galamsey says the prosecution of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako should be followed by action against all politically exposed persons, financiers, and others implicated in illegal mining, regardless of political affiliation, to ensure fair and consistent enforcement of mining laws.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama assured the Dagbon Traditional Council that the government will provide full support during the mourning period and ensure appropriate state honours are accorded to the late Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari II, as preparations begin for his final funeral rites.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has assured the Dagbon Traditional Council of government support for the final funeral rites of the late Ya-Na Abukari II, saying the government will ensure appropriate state honours and stand in solidarity with Dagbon's chiefs and people during the mourning period.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has introduced the MPC Educational Observership Programme to give university students direct exposure to the Monetary Policy Committee's work, with the first cohort from the University of Ghana attending parts of the 131st MPC meeting. The initiative aims to make the central bank's policy rate-setting more transparent and understandable, strengthen policy credibility, and build links between academia and policy institutions.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), the NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, has been convicted by the High Court in Accra and sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment over the Samreboi mining concession case, becoming the highest-profile political figure convicted in Ghana's fight against illegal mining. Legal practitioner Martin Kpebu says the conviction reflects action against the powerful figures behind galamsey that Ghanaians have long demanded, shifting the anti-mining campaign's focus from lower-level operators to influential kingpins.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), the NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, has been convicted by a High Court in Accra and sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment over the Samreboi mining concession case, making him the highest-profile political figure convicted in Ghana's fight against illegal mining. Legal practitioner Martin Kpebu said the conviction signals authorities are now targeting powerful figures behind galamsey operations rather than only lower-level operators.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer Martin Kpebu has described Chairman Wontumi, recently convicted and sentenced to 20 years for illegal mining, as a "kingpin" in Ghana's illegal mining sector, arguing that the conviction reflects authorities targeting masterminds rather than subordinates. The conviction has sparked debate because two individuals who admitted involvement in illegal mining testified as prosecution witnesses and were not prosecuted.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer Martin Kpebu has described convicted illegal miner Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) as a "kingpin" in Ghana's illegal mining sector, arguing the 20-year prison sentence reflects demands to target masterminds rather than subordinates. The conviction has sparked debate because two individuals who admitted involvement in the illegal mining activities testified as prosecution witnesses and were not prosecuted.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Coalition Against Galamsey has urged the government to intensify law enforcement against illegal mining beyond press briefings, citing continued devastation of forests, rivers and farmlands. The group welcomed the Attorney-General's decision to stop prosecuting community members defending water bodies and called for justice for a 13-year-old victim in Kete Krachi.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Coalition Against Galamsey called on the government to intensify efforts against illegal mining through firm and sustained law enforcement beyond press briefings, citing the continued devastation of forests, rivers and farmlands. The Coalition welcomed the Attorney-General's decision to discontinue prosecution of community members arrested defending water bodies from illegal mining and appealed for justice for a 13-year-old victim in Kete Krachi.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to withhold assent to the Tribunals Bill, 2026 and allow national consultations, arguing the proposed legislation could fundamentally alter Ghana's justice delivery system and undermine public confidence in the judiciary. Dr Bawumia expressed concern over Parliament's decision to waive the mandatory one-day interval between Consideration Stage and Third Reading, and noted that the Trades Union Congress has called for the Bill's withdrawal, claiming it could become "a potent tool for weaponising justice delivery."
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to withhold assent to the Tribunals Bill, 2026, citing concerns that it could fundamentally alter Ghana's justice delivery system and undermine public confidence in the judiciary. Bawumia criticised Parliament's waiver of the mandatory one-day interval between consideration and third reading stages, and noted that the Trades Union Congress had called for the bill's withdrawal, describing it as a potential tool for weaponising justice delivery.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Health Minister Mintah Akandoh has called on African Union members to develop sustainable domestic financing mechanisms for healthcare rather than relying on external support, arguing that African nations must prioritise investments in their own health sectors to build resilient systems and reduce vulnerability to external factors.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority in Parliament has called for equal enforcement of Ghana's anti-illegal mining laws and urged the Court of Appeal to closely review the trial that led to the conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako. The Minority criticized selective application of justice in the fight against galamsey and called on the Attorney General to publish the state's enforcement record across the political spectrum.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra High Court rescheduled the trial of former National Buffer Stock Company CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab after court proceedings were delayed by a lengthy judgment in a separate case involving NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako. Abdul-Wahab and his wife face allegations of orchestrating a scheme to divert public funds from the National Buffer Stock Company and School Feeding Programme for personal benefit.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability announced plans to establish dedicated Climate and Sustainability Units across all District Assemblies to drive local climate adaptation, enhance advocacy, and unlock global climate financing. According to the Minister, these specialised units will empower local authorities to track climate-related activities, implement advocacy programs, and establish Key Performance Indicators to attract critical funding.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A US Immigration Judge ruled that Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor failed to provide credible evidence linking former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to criminal wrongdoing, describing the OSP's affidavit as containing "conclusory allegations" without sufficient facts to establish criminal conduct.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed sorrow over the death of Ya-Na Abukari II, the Overlord of Dagbon, describing it as a significant loss to Dagbon and Ghana. The President pledged government support including state honours for the final funeral rites and praised the late King's role in restoring peace to Dagbon and strengthening traditional governance.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Chief of Staff Akosua Frema Osei-Opare has called for stricter enforcement of existing anti-corruption laws rather than the passage of new ones, arguing that the country's challenge lies not in drafting laws but in implementing those already in place regardless of which government is in power.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A US immigration judge has rejected claims of criminal wrongdoing against former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, citing Interpol's cancellation of a red notice against him and stating the allegations lack sufficient evidence. The judge noted Interpol's review described the matter as "predominantly political" and questioned why the US had not pursued extradition.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The United States Branch of the NPP has disqualified five aspirants from internal elections, citing non-payment of membership dues. The affected candidates have rejected the disqualification and presented receipts as evidence they paid dues, prompting concerns about the fairness of the electoral process and calls for national leadership intervention.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A coalition of 80 civil society organisations has welcomed government progress on constitutional reforms but is calling for immediate publication of the full Constitutional Review Committee report to enable informed public discussion and engagement.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A United States immigration judge ruled on June 15, 2026, that Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor failed to provide persuasive evidence that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta committed criminal wrongdoing, citing lack of convincing proof in the OSP's affidavit and finding the former minister's testimony credible.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, former CEO of the National Food Buffer Stock Company, has filed an application requesting the court strike out charges against him, arguing they are vague and ambiguous and violate his constitutional right to a fair trial. He and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, stand trial for allegedly stealing and causing financial loss to the state totalling GH¢62.6 million across 16 counts including fraud and money laundering.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Parliamentary Minority has declared NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Wontumi) a "political prisoner" following his High Court conviction, alleging selective justice and constitutional breaches, including that judgment was delivered in the absence of his lead counsel. The Minority vowed to use parliamentary and constitutional avenues to challenge the verdict while stating it supports prosecution of illegal mining and does not seek immunity based on political affiliation.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Accra will host an international conference on July 24, 2026, expected to bring together more than 200 delegates from across Africa to discuss economic restructuring, political reforms and integration for sustainable development. The conference, organised by Harakati Za Muungano (a pan-African movement established in November 2023), will convene policymakers, academics, business leaders, traditional authorities, civil society organisations, youth leaders and development partners at the GNAT Hall.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Parliament passed the Tribunals Bill, 2026 on July 17, establishing a legal framework for tribunals and a Tribunal Oversight Committee. The government says the Bill strengthens access to justice and due process, but the Minority, Trades Union Congress, and others oppose it, arguing it could weaken judicial independence and revive institutions linked to Ghana's painful political history.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
An EOCO investigator testified in the trial of former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu Boahene that there was no identifiable complainant whose complaint prompted the investigation into alleged theft and misappropriation of GH¢49.1 million. The investigator also acknowledged he did not consult national security officials to establish the purpose or authorisation of the transactions under investigation.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama held talks with UNAIDS and African Leaders Malaria Alliance leaders on strengthening African public health systems. He outlined the Accra Reset initiative, aimed at enabling African countries to produce their own vaccines and advance healthcare self-reliance, and highlighted Ghana's Free Primary Healthcare programme providing free basic services at CHPS compounds and polyclinics.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama hosted UN and African health officials at Jubilee House to discuss public health cooperation, immunisation, HIV/AIDS, and malaria across Africa. He briefed them on Ghana's Accra Reset initiative, local vaccine production ambitions, and the launch of a Free Primary Health Care programme aimed at Universal Health Coverage.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, an aspiring NPP Chairman for the Ashanti Region, says he will work to win back parliamentary seats lost to the NDC and increase presidential votes for the NPP Flagbearer in the 2028 elections, emphasizing action over speeches and collective leadership.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Minority Members of Parliament wore black attire in Parliament to protest the High Court's conviction and 20-year prison sentence of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) in an illegal mining case. The NPP has rejected the verdict as unjust and announced plans to appeal.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Tamale Central MP Inusah Fuseini has argued that the 20-year prison sentence imposed on NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako for illegal mining falls within the Minerals and Mining Act as amended by Parliament in 2019, which set a sentencing range of 15 to 25 years for such offences. Fuseini noted that the NPP Majority in Parliament had rejected an earlier government proposal of 10 to 15 years as too lenient.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources told Parliament that Efua Sutherland Park land remains state property, citing a Certificate of Allocation from 1959 that designated it for public parks and children's recreational facilities.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Office of the Special Prosecutor has maintained that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta remains a fugitive from justice in Ghana, stating that a recent US immigration court ruling approving his permanent residency application has no bearing on pending criminal charges against him in Ghanaian courts.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged Ghanaians to embrace integrity, accountability and shared responsibility, saying the country's development depends on the values guiding its people and institutions, not only economic growth. He highlighted the role of religious and traditional institutions in promoting national development and called for stronger collaboration between government, the Church and traditional authorities.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has taken over the former Ministry of Finance Annex Building in Accra, which comprises 97 offices, three conference rooms, furniture and equipment. The handover is intended to strengthen the Tourism Ministry's institutional capacity and improve service delivery.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority caucus has described the High Court judgment sentencing NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako to 20 years' imprisonment as fundamentally flawed, citing four major legal defects including the trial judge's refusal to refer constitutional questions to the Supreme Court. The Minority says it will pursue legal and parliamentary avenues to challenge the judgment.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Alhaji Yusif Sulemana, has paid tribute to the late Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari Mahama II, who died on July 11, 2026, describing him as a peaceful, development-oriented and forgiving traditional ruler who prioritised the welfare of his people.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Integrated Financial Management Information System team trained Social Investment Fund staff under the GWYESCO Project to improve their capacity in public financial management, focusing on strengthening financial practices, transparency, and accountability in the use of public funds.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former New Edubiase MP George Oduro has questioned Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay's handling of Bernard Antwi Boasiako's galamsey trial, alleging the judge's conduct raised concerns. Oduro questioned why one judge is handling several NPP-related cases despite the availability of many High Court judges across Ghana.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Titus Owusu Darko, winner of the 2026 Commonwealth Day National Debate, has been nominated by Parliament to represent Ghana at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, Australia, alongside fellow debater Precious Akos Agrobesa.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah told a National Development Conference organised by The Church of Pentecost that Ghana's sustainable development depends not only on economic growth and infrastructure, but on the values upheld by citizens and institutions, and on the integrity and accountability of public institutions and leaders.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), an aspirant for NPP national chairmanship, has not yet decided whether to continue his campaign following a recent jail sentence. His campaign manager said the team will consult with the NPP General Secretary and other stakeholders within a week to determine the way forward.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Office of the Special Prosecutor has stated that former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta remains subject to criminal proceedings in Ghana and is still wanted under a valid High Court arrest warrant, rejecting interpretations of a US immigration court transcript suggesting he has not been credibly charged. The OSP noted it is not involved in his US immigration proceedings but only in extradition matters being handled through Ghana's Attorney-General, and that the credibility of charges against him is for Ghanaian courts to determine.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Anyaa-Sowutuom MP Dr. Dickson Adomako Kissi has argued that Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako's mining operations are his personal business affairs and should not be associated with the party, and called for equal prosecution of other individuals involved in similar offences.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
President Mahama will host an Extraordinary Session of the African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Accra from July 21 to 22, 2026, to discuss universal health coverage and strategies to end AIDS, tuberculosis, and improve maternal health across the continent.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The New Force has issued a press release denying any relationship, partnership, collaboration, endorsement or formal affiliation with The Base Movement or its founder Nana Kwame Bediako, urging the public to disregard claims suggesting a connection between the two groups.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai rejected claims that Chairman Wontumi's legal team was barred from arguing pending applications before conviction, stating that substitute lawyers informed the court their sole instruction was to seek an adjournment, not to move motions.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, has called his client's conviction unsupported by law or evidence, arguing the prosecution failed to prove Wontumi unlawfully assigned his mining concession or received financial benefit. The defence plans to challenge the ruling through the appellate courts.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dennis Miracles Aboagye, Communications Director for the NPP Flagbearer's office, has disputed claims that his EOCO arrest relates to GH¢55 million in financial irregularities, stating investigators are questioning him over transactions of about GH¢9 million and GH¢5,000, plus a procurement issue involving GH¢5.2 million. Aboagye, former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation, said the GH¢55 million figure circulating publicly does not reflect the issues raised by investigators.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Kenneth Ashigbey, CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, has denied claims that a personal relationship with the trial judge influenced the outcome of the illegal mining case against NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako. He described as "fabrication" reports that he expressed confidence Wontumi would be convicted because the judge was his sister-in-law.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai defended the High Court's decision not to refer constitutional questions in Chairman Wontumi's trial to the Supreme Court, stating that Ghanaian law does not require judges to refer every issue labeled constitutional by a party, but rather judges must first determine whether a genuine issue of constitutional interpretation exists.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dennis Miracles Aboagye, NPP Communications Director at the Office of the Party's Flagbearer, expressed shock after finding his name on an Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) stop list. He said he and his lawyers appeared before EOCO on 28 April but received no formal invitation afterward, despite his lawyers' repeated requests for clarification on when they should return.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai rejected claims that NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako's (Chairman Wontumi) prosecution and conviction were legally flawed, arguing the defence fundamentally misunderstood the law. Dr Srem-Sai clarified that the charge was not assignment of a mining concession but allowing another party to deal with the concession without prior written ministerial approval, contrary to the Minerals and Mining Act.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dennis Miracles Aboagye, NPP Communications Director at the Flagbearer's Office, says EOCO's allegations linking him to a GH¢55 million misappropriation claim during his tenure at IMCCoD have defamed him and damaged his family; his wife has packed her bags due to the emotional toll. He maintains he fully cooperated with EOCO throughout its investigations and was surprised by his arrest at Kotoka International Airport.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament's Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has directed all MPs to fully comply with a government directive banning unauthorised installation and use of sirens and police escorts on vehicles, following a Cabinet decision to intensify enforcement against their indiscriminate use.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, Ashanti Regional Chairman of Ghana's opposition NPP, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by Accra High Court for illegal mining. The Minority Caucus in Parliament has launched a formal challenge against the judgment, citing procedural irregularities including the absence of the lead defence counsel at verdict delivery, arguing this violated the constitutional right to counsel of choice.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, spokesperson for New Patriotic Party Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), says his last conversation with the convicted politician was a charge to continue working for the party and return it to power. Boakye-Danquah characterized the conviction as unexpected and argued it represented political victimization.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Tamale Central MP Inusah Fuseini says the 20-year prison sentence handed to NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako over illegal mining offences signals an end to political protection for those engaged in galamsey and demonstrates that individuals can no longer rely on political connections to avoid accountability.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaker Bagbin has directed MPs and Parliamentary staff to comply with a Cabinet directive requiring written authorization from the Interior Minister before using sirens or police escort services. The Ghana Police Service has been mandated to remove unauthorised sirens and discontinue unauthorised police escort services, with legal action where necessary.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's gross international reserves fell by US$1.2 billion to US$12.94 billion in June 2026, equivalent to 5.0 months of import cover. The country recorded a trade surplus of US$8.80 billion in June 2026, driven primarily by a 49% year-on-year increase in gold exports to US$12.49 billion, alongside higher oil and cocoa exports.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Novo Nordisk, maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, has filed a US lawsuit against rival Eli Lilly, claiming the company used ad campaigns to falsely suggest its weight-loss drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound perform better by comparing the highest approved doses of Eli Lilly's medicines with lower doses of Novo Nordisk's products. Eli Lilly denied the claims and said its advertising is truthful and grounded in scientific evidence.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's public debt hit GH¢720.8 billion (45.1% of GDP) in May 2026, rising from GH¢663.4 billion in January, driven by increased borrowing on both domestic and external fronts. External debt stood at US$29.1 billion (21.4% of GDP) while domestic debt reached GH¢379.1 billion (23.7% of GDP).
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samsung Electronics launched its first U.S. co-branded credit card with Barclays, allowing users to apply, manage accounts, and redeem rewards through Samsung Wallet. The card offers 5% cash back on Samsung purchases and competes directly with Apple Pay as technology companies and banks deepen ties between digital wallets and financial products.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A federal judge in San Francisco approved Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement of a class action copyright lawsuit brought by authors who accused the AI company of misusing their books to train Claude. The settlement is the largest known settlement of a U.S. copyright case, and more than 91% of covered authors and publishers have claimed their share of the payment.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Meta faces trial in Tennessee over claims that Instagram was designed to be addictive and contributed to a youth mental-health crisis. Tennessee's Attorney General alleges the company violated consumer protection law by knowingly designing the product to drive compulsive teen use, failing to disclose internal research on harms, and misleading the public about platform safety.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Swiss chocolate maker Lindt has partially reversed an 11.8% price increase after Easter chocolate sales fell, particularly in the UK, Germany, and Switzerland. The company blamed the price hike, weaker Easter demand, and reduced tourism from Asia and the Middle East due to geopolitical uncertainties, and has since adjusted prices and boosted marketing for the second half of the year.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ryanair's pre-tax profits dropped 34% to €593m between April and June as war in the Middle East sent jet fuel prices soaring and customers became reluctant to book flights. The airline was forced to cut fares to stimulate demand and expects summer fares to be slightly lower than last year due to consumer hesitancy around air travel.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The European Commission imposed a record €550m fine on AliExpress for failing to properly assess and prevent the sale of illegal, unsafe and counterfeit products on its platform, including fake clothes, unsafe toys and dangerous cosmetics. The two-year investigation found AliExpress's detection systems did not work properly and penalties on traders selling illegal goods were not properly enforced.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana cedi has weakened further as demand for foreign exchange continues to exceed market supply, with depreciation reaching 8.89% from January to date. The pressure stems partly from increased dollar demand by energy sector players financing crude oil imports and petroleum products, compounded by inadequate dollar supply to meet broader business demand.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana cedi has come under renewed pressure as demand for foreign exchange continues to outstrip market supply, with depreciation reaching 8.89% from January to date. Market players attribute the pressure to increased demand from energy sector players financing crude oil and petroleum imports, as well as inadequate dollar supply to meet business demand.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana cedi depreciated 1.39% against the US dollar in the interbank market over the past two weeks, closing at GH¢11.55 per dollar, but remained broadly stable in the retail market at GH¢12.05 per dollar. Databank Research attributes the weakness to sustained pressure on derived demand outpacing policy-anchored forex supply.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana cedi depreciated 1.39% against the US dollar in the interbank market over two weeks but remained unchanged at GH¢12.05 in the retail market. Databank Research attributes the modest interbank weakness to sustained pressures on derived demand outpacing policy-anchored forex supply, with the cedi expected to remain broadly stable within the GH¢11.40 to GH¢11.70 range.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana projects that headline inflation will return to its medium-term target range of 8±2%, barring any shocks, despite a marginal pick-up in April 2026 driven by non-food items. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pose upside risks, though food inflation declined and core inflation measures continued to decline, indicating the inflation increase was not broad-based.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana stated that headline inflation is expected to return to the medium-term target of 8 ± 2%, barring any shocks, though geopolitical tensions in the Middle East present upside risks. Inflation picked up marginally in April 2026 driven by non-food items, while food inflation declined to 2.2% from 2.3% on the back of a bumper harvest.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority and the Netherlands' Centre for the Promotion of Sustainable Production and Trade have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen economic cooperation and provide direct market access for Ghanaian exporters to the Netherlands and the European Union.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) and the Netherlands' CBI have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to formalise a trade partnership, aiming to strengthen economic cooperation and provide Ghanaian exporters with direct market access to the Netherlands and wider EU markets.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Banks in Ghana wrote off GH¢883.7 million as bad debt in the first four months of 2026, a 35.1% increase from GH¢654.2 million in the same period of 2025. The industry's Non-Performing Loans ratio improved to 18.0% from 23.6% year-on-year, though asset quality risks remained elevated.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian banks wrote off GH¢883.7 million as bad debt in the first four months of 2026, a 35.1% increase from GH¢654.2 million in the same period of 2025. The industry's non-performing loans ratio improved to 18.0% from 23.6% year-on-year, though asset quality risks remained elevated.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana said it will soon take regulatory action against unlicensed Digital Credit Service Providers (DCSPs) that failed to comply with a June 30 deadline to regularise their operations. The central bank advised the public to deal only with entities duly licensed by the Bank of Ghana and will publish an updated list of licensed providers on its website.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee will examine inflation risks, liquidity conditions, monetary policy transmission, and global oil market volatility at its 131st meeting. The committee will assess whether the current policy framework remains appropriate and review the effectiveness of reforms to the cash reserve ratio framework amid external commodity pressures and potential domestic tariff increases.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee will examine inflation risks, liquidity conditions, monetary policy transmission, and global oil market volatility at its 131st meeting, assessing whether the current policy framework remains appropriate amid changing domestic and global conditions.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission facilitated credit adjustments totalling GH¢105,273.50 for Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited customers in Greater Accra during the first and second quarters, following investigations into complaints involving disputed bills and overbilling.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission facilitated credit adjustments totalling GH¢105,273.50 for customers of the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited in Greater Accra during the first and second quarters, following investigations into complaints involving disputed bills and overbilling.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has introduced the MPC Educational Observership Programme to give university students direct exposure to the Monetary Policy Committee's work, starting with students from the University of Ghana observing the 131st MPC meeting. The initiative aims to make policy rate-setting more transparent and understandable while strengthening links between academia and policy institutions.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana Governor says the Monetary Policy Committee will focus on recent inflation growth, which rose from 3.2% in March to 5.3% in June, driven largely by transport and haulage costs. He noted that while inflation remains below the target band of 6–10%, the committee must assess whether the rebound reflects temporary factors or signals a sustained trend.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has said the recent rise in inflation—which climbed from 3.2 per cent in March to 5.3 per cent in June—will dominate the Monetary Policy Committee's deliberations, as the committee assesses whether the increase reflects temporary factors or a sustained trend.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana announced that the central bank has ceased pre-financing gold purchases by GoldBod through its auction arrangement, effective July 1. The decision marks a shift in domestic liquidity management and will be assessed by the Monetary Policy Committee as it reviews the appropriate policy stance.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Bank of Ghana has ceased pre-financing gold purchases by GoldBod through its auction arrangement, effective July 1. The central bank says the move marks a significant shift in domestic liquidity management and will be assessed by the Monetary Policy Committee as it reviews monetary policy stance.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, in partnership with GRIDCo and ECG, has commenced the final phase of upgrading the Kumasi–Anwomaso Transmission Line, replacing a 19-kilometre single-circuit line rated at 364 megawatts with a modern double-circuit line designed to deliver nearly 1,000 megawatts, and installing a new 145 MVA transformer at the Ahodwo Substation. The upgrade will nearly triple transmission capacity and support the growing residential, commercial, and industrial demand in Kumasi and the wider Ashanti Region.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, in partnership with GRIDCo and ECG, has begun the final phase of upgrading the Kumasi–Anwomaso Transmission Line, replacing a 19-kilometre single-circuit line rated at 364 megawatts with a modern double-circuit line designed to deliver nearly 1,000 megawatts, while installing a new 145 MVA transformer at Kumasi (Ahodwo) Substation. The upgrade aims to nearly triple transmission capacity, improve reliability, and support the region's growing demand.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Myla Homes has introduced The Chestnut, a low-density residential development in Accra's Airport Residential Area offering studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments designed for property investors seeking exclusivity, privacy, and security with sustainable returns.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Myla Homes has introduced The Chestnut, a low-density residential development in Accra's Airport Residential Area offering studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments. The development emphasizes exclusivity, privacy, and security through features including a three-factor authentication access control system, targeting investors seeking boutique-scale properties with sustainable long-term returns.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Islamic Finance Research Institute of Ghana has signed Memorandums of Understanding with Malaysia's International Islamic University of Malaysia and Indonesia's University of Darussalam Gontor to accelerate non-interest banking education, joint research, and capacity-building among Ghana's financial regulators.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Airports Company Limited has introduced advanced security equipment at Accra International Airport, including 3D-CT scanners, shoe analysers, and body scanners, to expedite passenger screening and improve safety. The technology is expected to reduce processing times and allow faster inspections while maintaining international security standards.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
BOSTenergies Limited has concluded its 2026 Health, Safety and Environment Week (11–17 July), featuring activities including health walks, cleaning exercises, health screenings, and competitions to promote safety awareness and environmental responsibility across the company's operations.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Telecel Ghana has commissioned a 42-unit computer laboratory with interactive touchscreen display and internet connectivity to the University of Ghana as a corporate social responsibility initiative supporting digital learning and research.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A 75-year-old businessman, Alhaji Moro Mohammed, has petitioned CHRAJ's Ashanti Regional Office seeking investigation and resolution of a dispute with Frontier Oil Ghana Limited over management of his filling station at Fawade in Kwabre East Municipality. Mohammed alleges the company failed to honour commitments including renovating the station, improving operations, offering competitive fuel pricing, and ensuring a mutually beneficial dealer arrangement.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Bank of Ghana Governor announced plans to introduce Community Banks across the country to improve access to finance for artisans and small and medium-sized enterprises. The Governor stated that although mobile money and digital financial services have increased inclusion, many small businesses and individuals still lack access to financing, and community banks will complement rural banking while maintaining prudent governance and regulatory oversight.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
MTN Ghana announced a $1 billion investment to expand network capacity and home broadband infrastructure, positioning the home as central to its Ambition 2030 strategy and supporting digital transformation in areas including remote work, online education, and healthcare.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Supreme Court has dismissed an application by Ashanti Port Services Limited (APSL) seeking to overturn a High Court ruling that nullified a US$33.3 million arbitral award against Justmoh Construction Limited in the Boankra Inland Logistics Terminal Project dispute. The five-member panel unanimously upheld the High Court's decision, ruling that APSL's invocation of supervisory jurisdiction lacked merit.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Zijin Golden Ridge Limited has donated 13 air conditioning units worth GHS 83,125 to Abirem Government Hospital to help maintain controlled temperatures for sensitive medical equipment. The medical superintendent said the company has been instrumental in helping the facility upgrade from a health centre to a fully-fledged hospital.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ecobank Ghana and Mantrac Ghana have signed a strategic partnership to provide flexible equipment financing solutions for businesses in mining, construction, agriculture and manufacturing to acquire Caterpillar equipment. The initiative aims to improve access to heavy machinery, preserve working capital and strengthen capacity of Ghanaian-owned businesses.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana is reviewing whether the uniform 20 percent Cash Reserve Ratio requirement introduced in May has improved alignment between short-term market rates and the policy rate, after the Monetary Policy Committee observed persistent stickiness in the interbank rate at the lower end of the policy corridor.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana ranks third globally for women's business ownership at 37.2 per cent, with women leading 44.6 per cent of micro, small, and medium enterprises, yet a gender financing gap of $42 billion on the continent and widening gender gap in formal financial account ownership limit women's access to credit. The article argues fintech must redesign credit products around real female income patterns, such as seasonal lending aligned with harvest cycles and market-day cash flow patterns.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Lottery Authority says it will transition to a fully paperless lottery system by end of July 2026, deploying point-of-sale machines with Fidelity Bank to eliminate manual transaction recording and compel electronic staking across the country.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Technology retailer CompuGhana has opened a new, larger branch at East Legon Avenue to expand customer access to digital products and home appliances, as part of efforts to make technology more accessible. The company also concluded its six-week Goal Rush promotion with a final raffle draw to reward customers who purchased during the campaign.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Year-on-Year producer price inflation fell to 3.5% in June 2026, down from 5.6% in May, according to the Ghana Statistical Service. The Industrial Producer Price Index inflation rate was 3.3% in June, a decrease of 2.7 percentage points from May's 6.0%.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Telecel Ghana announced it has resolved intermittent challenges affecting its voice and data services, apologizing to customers for the inconvenience and thanking them for their patience.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana is betting on data sovereignty and local infrastructure through initiatives like a $10 billion road programme and a Bank of Ghana directive requiring sensitive financial data to be stored domestically. Ivorian entrepreneur Hassan Dakhlallah, who has pursued similar policies in infrastructure and digital infrastructure, is arriving in Accra as the country seeks execution partners for these ambitions.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
MTN Ghana is urging households to adopt fibre broadband as demand for reliable home internet grows, driven by increased reliance on digital services for work, education, business and entertainment. The company argues that fibre offers dedicated connectivity supporting multiple users and devices simultaneously, with speeds of up to 500 megabits per second, making it better suited for remote work, online learning, and streaming than mobile data.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian electrical engineering company Flux Power & Automation has launched Smappee Infinity, a smart energy management system designed to help businesses monitor electricity consumption in real time, reduce waste, and improve energy efficiency through digital dashboards and mobile applications.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Oil prices settled over 1% higher on Monday as traders weighed hopes of renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations against Yemen's Houthis imposing a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia. Brent crude futures rose $1.12 to $89.22 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate closed 74 cents higher at $83.23.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lands and Mines Watch Ghana welcomed the Accra High Court's conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) and Akonta Mining Company Limited for unlawful mining activities, and urged stronger action against illegal mining. The group said the judgment reinforces that Ghana's mining laws apply equally to all persons and companies regardless of political status.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Civil society group Lands and Mines Watch Ghana welcomed the conviction and sentencing of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako and Akonta Mining Company Limited by the Accra High Court, calling it a landmark moment that reinforces the equal application of Ghana's mining laws regardless of political status.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
West African leaders have endorsed the legal and institutional framework for the Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The 6,800-kilometre pipeline is intended to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets through existing connections.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Inusah Fuseini said he has no sympathy for former Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako following his illegal mining conviction, arguing that galamsey has devastated rural communities' access to water and livelihoods.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Inusah Fuseini has said he has no sympathy for former NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) following his conviction in an illegal mining case, citing the devastating impact of galamsey on rural communities' access to water and farming livelihoods.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court convicted Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) of illegal mining offences at the Samreboi mining concession and sentenced him to 20 years' imprisonment. Legal analyst Martin Kpebu said Wontumi's own admission that he allowed another person to operate on his mining concession without ministerial authorisation strengthened the prosecution's case.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court convicted NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) of illegal mining offences related to the Samreboi mining concession and sentenced him to 20 years' imprisonment. Legal analyst Martin Kpebu noted that Wontumi's admission of allowing Henry Okum to operate on his concession without the minister's required approval effectively strengthened the prosecution's case.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Portugal and Morocco are asking the European Commission to consider a power interconnector between the two countries for EU funding and private investment. A power blackout in Spain and Portugal in April 2025 revived the project, which would strengthen energy security for both countries by diversifying electricity sources beyond limited existing European connections.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Portugal and Morocco will ask the European Commission to fund a long-planned power interconnector between the two countries and explore private-sector investment, following a blackout in Spain and Portugal in April 2025 that exposed the Iberian Peninsula's weak electricity connections to the rest of Europe.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Government and the World Gold Council have signed a strategic partnership to formalize artisanal and small-scale gold mining, improve supply chain integrity and reduce illicit gold flows. The WGC is providing an initial $250,000 development grant to support cooperative registration and establish a network of responsible gold processing plants.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Criminal Division 4 of the High Court in Accra has convicted Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) and sentenced him to 40 years' imprisonment with hard labour for offences under the Minerals and Mining Act arising from illegal mining activities at Samreboi. The court also convicted Akonta Mining Limited while the second accused remains at large.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has rejected the government's assessment that "the era of impunity is over" in illegal mining, citing uneven regional enforcement and raising unverified allegations of corruption within NAIMOS. The Coalition credited government action on Achimota Forest Reserve protection and charges against the "Atronsu 5," but argued conditions in areas including the Eastern Region contradict claims of progress.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Lands and Natural Resources Minister told Parliament that his ministry has not received formal reports of MMDAs charging fees for or authorizing excavators and other mining equipment for illegal mining activities, despite a JoyNews investigation alleging such permits were being issued in mining districts.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Russia and Ghana are exploring deeper economic cooperation in nuclear energy, agriculture, and mining. The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission and Russia's Rosatom signed a memorandum of understanding to lay groundwork for potential future collaboration in the energy sector, while Russia has expressed readiness to increase fertiliser supplies and support localised production, and interest in joint development of gold and bauxite deposits.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director of Field Operations of the United Party, Hopeson Adorye, said mining in Ghana is lawful only when operators work within areas approved under their licences; it becomes illegal when miners operate outside approved areas, such as forest reserves or water bodies. He commented on the conviction of Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako for illegal mining, noting that the prosecution successfully proved the case and that a witness from Boasiako's company testified the activities constituted illegal mining rather than land reclamation.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The International Cocoa Initiative's 2025 Annual Report reveals that 1.68 million children across cocoa-growing communities in West Africa have been protected and supported through child labour monitoring systems, with programme coverage expanding to 1.33 million cocoa-farming households across Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana and Nigeria.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
National Security operatives arrested two people, including the owner of an illegal mining site located less than 5 metres from the Adansi Asokwa Agenda 111 Hospital project in the Ashanti Region. The Ashanti Regional Security Council has reclaimed the site and restored over 80 percent of the degraded land, which spans approximately 30 standard football fields.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of Food and Agriculture says the Nkoko Nkitinkiti programme, aimed at reducing Ghana's chicken import bill, has recorded significant success and contributed to declining poultry prices. The minister defended the initiative against criticism that some beneficiaries consumed birds rather than rearing them commercially, stating that the majority are raising birds for commercial purposes.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Minister of Food and Agriculture has defended the Nkoko Nkitinkiti programme, saying it has achieved significant success in reducing the country's chicken import bill and lowering poultry prices. He dismissed claims that beneficiaries consumed birds instead of raising them commercially, stating that evidence shows most beneficiaries are raising birds for commercial purposes.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Global Shea Alliance warns that West Africa loses an estimated eight million shea trees each year due to population growth, agricultural expansion, bushfires, unsustainable tree felling, and climate change. Without urgent action, global demand for shea products could exceed supply by 2044, threatening the livelihoods of millions across the region.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Italy is proposing a 3,000-hectare mechanised cocoa development zone in Ghana to expand local processing and value addition, with the Italian Ambassador leading a delegation from BF International to explore strategic partnerships with COCOBOD under the Cocoa Connect Initiative, which aims to shift Ghana's cocoa industry from raw bean exports to semi-finished and finished chocolate products.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ambassador to the SheaPark Resource Hub Project joined traditional leaders in Buipe to observe Shea Day, calling for urgent action to protect Ghana's shea trees through collective efforts by government, traditional authorities, development partners and communities. The Forestry Commission reported that West Africa loses an estimated eight million shea trees annually due to population growth, agricultural expansion, bushfires, unsustainable removal and climate change.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tokyo's governor introduced "Tokyo Cool Biz" in April to allow casual summer office wear including shorts, but women have raised concerns about being expected to wear tights while men wear shorts, with some describing discomfort at seeing colleagues' leg hair, termed "sunehara" online. A June survey found 53.5% opposed and 46.5% favoured the shorts policy, with body hair concerns cited by both genders.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 26-year-old trader, Aminat Mahama, appeared before an Accra Circuit Court on a charge of offensive conduct following a TikTok video in which she allegedly made abusive remarks targeting NDC members. She was granted bail of GH¢50,000 with two sureties, and the case was adjourned to August 3, 2026.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian digital health startup Synchora Health has launched a three-month pilot electronic immunization follow-up system across three health facilities in Juaben Municipal District, Ashanti Region, using automated voice calls and SMS reminders to reduce childhood vaccine dropout rates that can reach 50% in Ghana.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 47-year-old electrician has been remanded into prison custody for defrauding five nurses and a self-employed man at Asuofua of GH¢70,000.00 by falsely promising to secure travel visas for Austria and Holland. He pleaded not guilty to defrauding by false pretence and was ordered back to court on August 03, 2026.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Development Planning Commission and the African Institute for Development Policy have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the Women's Economic Empowerment Programme and gender-responsive development planning in Ghana, with discussions focusing on implementing the next phase of collaboration and preparations for a Gender-Responsive Budgeting and Planning training programme for selected districts.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
West African women leaders and parliamentarians meeting in Accra adopted the Accra Declaration calling for violence against women and girls to be treated as a legislative emergency and committing to sweeping legislative and policy reforms. The declaration warns that despite many West African countries enacting progressive laws to combat gender-based violence, implementation remains weak due to inadequate enforcement, insufficient funding, and entrenched social norms.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A lecturer at St Monica's College of Education told future teachers at Agogo Presbyterian Women's College of Education that while technology supports education, it cannot replace human qualities like empathy, ethics, and moral judgment that are essential to teaching.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund and Ho Teaching Hospital have held a strategic meeting to strengthen collaboration and expand access to specialised healthcare in the Volta Region. The discussion included reviewing the Fund's 50-patient pilot programme, improving digital platform onboarding, and exploring implementation of a planned Cardiology Centre in the region.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund held a strategic meeting with Ho Teaching Hospital to strengthen collaboration and expand access to specialist healthcare in the Volta Region. Discussions included reviewing a 50-patient pilot programme, improving digital patient onboarding, and implementing plans for a proposed Cardiology Centre in the region.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Robert E. Hinson has called for closer linkage between universities and industry in Ghana to make business school curricula globally competitive, arguing that programmes should incorporate practical tools like AI and reflect evolving workplace demands.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Robert E. Hinson has urged Ghana's business schools to work more closely with industry to ensure curricula are globally competitive, arguing that programmes should incorporate modern skills like AI expertise and entrepreneurial thinking to meet employer expectations.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Media Coalition Against Galamsey says the conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako should be followed by prosecution of all persons implicated in illegal mining, including politically exposed persons and financiers, regardless of political affiliation.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu says the Government is reforming Technical and Vocational Education and Training by integrating digital and soft skills, practical trade skills, and entrepreneurial training to develop a skilled workforce for the job market. The Ministry is constructing two regional TVET Centres of Excellence in Salaga and Kumasi and prioritizing Workplace Experience Learning for all TVET students to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and industry requirements.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu says the Government is reforming TVET education by integrating digital skill sets, soft skills, and practical trade skills, with investments in infrastructure for competency-based training and expansion of access. The Ministry has initiated construction of two regional TVET Centres of Excellence in Salaga and Kumasi and prioritised Workplace Experience Learning for all TVET students to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and industry requirements.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ministry of Education is formally presenting a revised Kindergarten to Junior High School curriculum to the government on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, with plans for it to go to Cabinet and Parliament. The new curriculum aims to integrate technology, science, engineering, and mathematics through a "smart start" approach, and will introduce coding, electronics, artificial intelligence, and TVET at the basic education level.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's revised curriculum for Kindergarten to Junior High School, to be presented to the Ministry of Education on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, will integrate technology, science, engineering, mathematics, coding, electronics, and artificial intelligence into basic education. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu said the revision aims to strengthen foundational learning and shift resources from secondary to basic education levels.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 15-year-old girl, Dadoe Dedzo, drowned in the Dada Stream near Wovenu Senior High Technical School in Tadzewu, Ketu North Municipality on Sunday afternoon after unexpectedly returning to the water and jumping into a deep section near a culvert. Rescue efforts by friends, experienced swimmers, and police officers were unsuccessful; her body was retrieved and taken to hospital for autopsy.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 15-year-old girl, Dadoe Dedzo, drowned in the Dada Stream near Wovenu Senior High Technical School in the Ketu North Municipality after jumping into deep water near a culvert. Rescue efforts and attempts to revive her proved unsuccessful, and her body was taken to hospital for autopsy.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ketu North Skills and Apprenticeship Programme has begun distributing sewing machines, hairdryers and other vocational tools to apprentices who have completed at least three months of practical training. The 525 enrolled beneficiaries have had their apprenticeship fees fully paid and received cash support, with tool distribution now underway to prepare them for self-employment.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ketu North Skills and Apprenticeship Programme, established by MP Eric Edem Agbana, has begun distributing sewing machines, hairdryers and other vocational tools to apprentices who have completed at least three months of practical training. The 525 enrolled beneficiaries have had their apprenticeship fees fully paid and received cash support for their training.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Secretary of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition has urged young people to resist, reject and report all forms of corruption to law enforcement agencies to promote integrity and accountability. The call was made during the commemoration of the 2026 African Anti-Corruption Day at schools in Jasikan Municipality, Oti Region, as part of an initiative to amplify youth perspectives on corruption and integrity.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Beauty Emefa Narteh, Executive Secretary of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition, has called on young people to resist, reject and report all forms of corruption to law enforcement agencies. Speaking at the 2026 African Anti-Corruption Day commemoration in the Jasikan Municipality, she said the initiative seeks to engage young people in discussions about how corruption affects their lives and future opportunities.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission for Civic Education has intensified community engagement in Chereponi District to address challenges affecting adolescents' growth, focusing on sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, and prevention of gender-based violence through a partnership with the United Nations Population Fund and funding from Global Affairs Canada.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission for Civic Education has conducted community engagement in Chereponi District to address challenges affecting adolescents' growth, focusing on sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, and prevention of gender-based violence. The initiative, implemented with the United Nations Population Fund and funded by Global Affairs Canada, brought together over 100 community members to promote behavioural change and equip adolescents with accurate health information.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is finalising its first standard treatment guidelines for managing lead exposure and poisoning to strengthen diagnosis, treatment, and health system preparedness. The guidelines will specify required tests, treatment options at different care levels, and equipment and facilities needed across the health system.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is finalising its first standard treatment guidelines for managing lead exposure and poisoning to strengthen diagnosis, treatment, and health system preparedness. The guidelines will specify required tests, treatment options by level of care, and equipment and facilities needed across the health system.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Academic activities have resumed in Yendi Municipality following the conclusion of three-day funeral rites for the late Overlord of Dagbon, Yaa Naa Abukari II. Schools across the municipality suspended classes for a week to allow students, teachers, and residents to participate in mourning and funeral observances for the late King.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Schools in Yendi Municipality have resumed academic activities following a week-long suspension to allow students, teachers and residents to observe mourning rites and funeral observances for the late Yaa Naa Abukari II, the Overlord of Dagbon, who died on July 12. Teaching, learning and end-of-term examinations have resumed across both public and private educational institutions in the municipality.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
As part of its 15th anniversary celebration, Firmus Ghana has planted trees at Accra Girls Vocational School and donated cash to support the school's operations, in partnership with the Forestry Commission and aligned with the company's environmental sustainability programme.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Firmus Ghana planted trees and donated cash to Accra Girls Vocational School as part of its 15th anniversary celebrations and environmental sustainability programme. The company said the donation supports school development and reflects its commitment to environmental protection and community engagement.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The African Union's Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development called for African countries to diversify and sustain health financing to strengthen health systems and support long-term development. She outlined the AU Roadmap to 2030 and beyond, which aims to end AIDS as a public health threat, control diseases like tuberculosis and malaria, prevent maternal and child deaths, and advance universal health coverage through strong primary healthcare systems.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director-General of Africa CDC said Africa will struggle to contain the ongoing Ebola outbreak without an additional $1.4 billion to strengthen the continent's response, citing high community transmission with more than 60 percent of Ebola deaths occurring within communities.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At the African Union Extraordinary Health Summit in Accra, AU Commissioner Amma Twum-Amoah urged African leaders to adopt an integrated approach to health, water, and sanitation, arguing the three sectors are inseparable pillars of sustainable development critical to achieving continental health and development goals by 2030.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The African Union's Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development told an Accra summit that Africa trains health professionals but fails to create jobs for them, wastefully losing public investment. She called on governments to strengthen recruitment, retention, remuneration, and working conditions to address health workforce shortages and reduce skilled worker migration.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The African Union Commissioner of Health revealed that Africa bears approximately 94 per cent of global malaria cases and 95 per cent of malaria-related deaths, calling for sustained investment in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment across the continent.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The African Union Commissioner of Health said Africa has made significant progress in the fight against malaria, with prevention and control interventions expanding across the continent, though she cautioned that malaria continues to exact a heavy toll and stressed the need to sustain investments in prevention and strengthen healthcare systems.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed at least 930 people with at least 2,344 confirmed cases as of Saturday, spreading faster than any previous outbreak in the country; the WHO noted the outbreak reached 2,000 confirmed cases in two months, compared to over 10 months for the 2018–2020 outbreak, and is now the third-largest on record.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
International online network marketing schemes are increasingly attracting Ghanaian youth with promises of quick wealth and financial independence, but concerns have emerged regarding recruitment methods targeting vulnerable and unemployed youth. Recent observations in municipalities and towns across Ghana revealed overcrowded living conditions among participants, presenting significant public health risks.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana recorded a decline in new HIV infections from 16,189 in 2024 to 13,951 in 2025, and AIDS-related deaths fell from 13,429 to 12,051 in the same period, according to the Ghana AIDS Commission's 2025 National HIV Estimates and Projections report. The decline represents nearly a 14% reduction and was attributed to sustained investments in HIV testing, treatment and care services.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bono East Regional Police Command arrested six suspects over a highway robbery on the Portor-Gulumpe Highway on July 19, 2026, and recovered the full GH¢300,000 stolen from a businessman. Police say the victim's driver allegedly planned the robbery and provided information to the other suspects.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra Technical University has launched its Business School, transforming the former Faculty of Business into a fully-fledged school. Industry leaders and academics at the event stressed the need for tertiary institutions to complement classroom learning with practical skills and real-world experience.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Police has intercepted 1,054 vehicles in Greater Accra as part of a nationwide enforcement exercise targeting unauthorised use of sirens, horns, strobe lights, beacon lights and improper vehicle modifications. The Service said 4,627 vehicles have been intercepted nationwide since the exercise began on June 15, 2026, with drivers educated on traffic regulations and unauthorised devices seized.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Constance Swaniker, founder of the Design and Technology Institute, urged young Ghanaians to develop AI and entrepreneurial skills to compete in a changing job market. She noted that while automation and AI could displace 85 million jobs globally by 2030, they would also create 97 million new roles, and cited Ghana's youth unemployment rate of 32.5 per cent among those aged 15 to 24.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Yussif Zakari, a carpenter in his 20s, was beaten by community youth at Sabon Zongo in Kumasi after being accused of theft involving GH¢4,500. He died at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital; two suspects have been arrested and eight others are being sought.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
A veteran Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly City Guard, Nana Kojo Poku Ware (nicknamed "IGP"), has been enstooled as the Adum Hene Kyeame at a ceremony held on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the Adum Stool House. The installation was attended by traditional authorities, KMA officials, traders, and community members, with the KMA Operations Commander representing the Mayor of Kumasi.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
A nurse trainee, Vincent Amo Amponsah, was found dead in his room in Kwadaso, Ashanti Region, several days after his death. Police are investigating the circumstances and conducting a post-mortem examination, while two mobile phones recovered from the room have been sent for forensic examination.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Bantama Central Assembly of Christ Apostolic Church International has donated relief items worth approximately GH¢200,000 to four charitable institutions in Kumasi and a missionary area in the Upper East Region as part of its 40 Days Fasting and Prayer programme. The items included food staples, toiletries, clothing, and footwear distributed to the Kumasi Children's Home, Edwenase Rehabilitation Centre, Rhema Rehabilitation Centre, and the Ashanti Bekwai Destitute Infirmary, among others.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Bantama Central Assembly of Christ Apostolic Church International donated relief items worth approximately GHC200,000 to four charitable institutions in Kumasi and missionary areas in the Upper East Region as part of their 40 Days Fasting and Prayer programme. The donations included food, toiletries, clothing, and footwear intended to support the needy and missionary work.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Royal Vine Foundation has held a graduation ceremony in Akuapem North Municipality for the first cohort of beneficiaries under its Educational and Developmental Support Project, which provides life skills, mentorship, literacy, and educational support to help children and adolescents develop into responsible, confident citizens.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghanaian child rights organisation Challenging Heights has been selected as one of 31 organisations worldwide to benefit from the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to mobilise US$100 million by the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final to support organisations serving vulnerable children. The grant will enable Challenging Heights to renovate and equip classrooms at its Recovery Centre, providing trauma-informed learning environments, counselling, and creative opportunities for children affected by trafficking and exploitation.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian university students are increasingly relying on artificial intelligence to draft essays, create presentations, summarize readings, and write code, citing ease and time constraints from balancing studies with employment. Universities are responding by using detection software such as Turnitin to identify AI-generated work.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, speaking at an African Union ministerial meeting in Accra, urged African countries to increase domestic investment in healthcare to reduce reliance on external funding and achieve health sovereignty. He noted that while HIV infections have declined by nearly 60 per cent across eastern and southern Africa, the continent still accounts for almost 70 per cent of global maternal deaths and has a Universal Health Coverage Service Coverage Index of 44, compared with the global average of 71.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Reports of students vandalising school property, assaulting teachers, bullying colleagues, and engaging in examination malpractice have generated widespread concern across Ghana's educational institutions. The Ministry of Education has announced plans to convene a National Dialogue on Discipline in Schools to examine causes and identify solutions, with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu stating that decisive steps are needed to address the growing problem.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A fully loaded trailer with reported brake failure crashed into eight vehicles at Asokwa overpass in the Ashanti Region, critically injuring three people including two occupants from a Toyota Santa Fe and a roadside hawker. The trailer was travelling from Anloga Junction towards Ahodwo Roundabout when it struck the vehicles in traffic, pushing several cars in a chain collision before being stopped by a streetlight pole.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Assemblies of God, Ghana has paid tribute to the late Yaa Naa Mahama Abukari II, describing him as a transformative traditional leader whose commitment to peace and reconciliation restored unity to Dagbon after years of conflict. The church noted its historical connection with Yendi, where it was established in 1931.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Airports Company Limited has reminded the public that cultural performances at the airport to welcome arriving passengers require prior approval from the Commercial Services Department. Unauthorised cultural performances and filming by third parties without express Airport Authority approval are prohibited.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital's Accident and Emergency Unit faces mounting pressure handling hundreds of daily cases, with an inadequate number of wheelchairs hampering the timely movement of patients to consulting rooms and treatment areas. Premier Health Insurance donated 20 wheelchairs to the hospital to help alleviate the challenge.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has called on the National Service Authority Director-General to reverse deductions from national service personnel allowances to fund a compulsory capacity-building programme with Zeus Atlas, arguing the deductions are illegal and the one-size-fits-all training is inappropriate for over 70,000 graduates with diverse backgrounds.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The African Union Commissioner for Health called on African governments to improve remuneration and working conditions for health professionals to prevent their migration abroad, warning that training skilled workers only to lose them represents a loss of both public investment and human capital.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Service Authority says it did not authorise deductions from national service personnel's allowances, stating that a GH¢60 deduction for capacity building was approved by the National Service Personnel Association (NASPA). National service personnel have complained about various deductions from their GH¢715 monthly allowance without prior notification or consent, citing insufficient funds for basic expenses.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
African leaders, policymakers, and private sector actors called for increased domestic resource mobilization and stronger accountability to build resilient health systems across the continent. The call was made at a High-Level Interactive Policy Dialogue in Accra on July 20, ahead of the African Union Extraordinary Summit on ending AIDS by 2030 and strengthening health systems.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kumasi Evangel Choir has donated GH¢21,000 to the Paediatric Oncology Unit at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital to support cancer care for children, fulfilling a pledge from its "Total Praise Concert" fundraiser which generated GH¢32,000.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At the AU Extraordinary Health Summit in Accra, the AU Commissioner for Health noted that nearly two-thirds of people living with HIV globally are in sub-Saharan Africa. While millions of Africans now have access to antiretroviral treatment—described as a major achievement—she stressed the need for sustained commitment and investment to tackle the epidemic and prevent complacency.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Member of Parliament for Dome Kwabenya commissioned a renovated kindergarten block at Taifa Community School, sponsored by Imperial Homes through its charity foundation, to improve the learning environment and academic performance in the constituency.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Ministry of Health has rejected social media reports claiming 2,300 Ebola cases and 930 deaths in the country, stating that Ghana has recorded no cases of Ebola Virus Disease and urging the public to rely only on official government sources for public health information.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Andrew Egyapa Mercer, former Member of Parliament for Sekondi, has announced a free Basic Education Certificate Examination result-checking initiative for candidates in the Sekondi Electoral Area, with designated centres across communities including Adiembra, Bakaekyir, Sekondi, Nkontompo, Kweikuma, European Town, Ekuase/Essaman, and Sekondi Zongo.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
JICA Ghana, in partnership with the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, WHO, and other partners, trained eight healthcare professionals from six African countries in parasitology, bacteriology, virology, biosafety, and laboratory quality management systems. Since its launch in 2019, the Third Country Training Programme has trained 80 biomedical scientists from West Africa, Central Africa, and other African countries to strengthen regional diagnostics and outbreak response.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command arrested 10 suspects in an intelligence-led operation against cyber-enabled fraud in Mataheko-Afienya, Greater Accra Region, and rescued nine suspected human trafficking victims. Officers recovered 28 laptop computers and nine mobile phones believed to have been used in fraudulent activities.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A delegation from the Dagbon Traditional Council informed Otumfuo Osei Tutu II of the passing of Ya-Na Abukari II, the Overlord of Dagbon. The delegation invited the Asantehene to attend a seventh-day prayer on July 24, 2026, and the installation of a regent for Dagbon on July 31, 2026.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Police arrested five suspects following an intelligence-led operation at Kwabenya on July 12, 2026, rescuing 18 victims allegedly trafficked for cybercrime. Officers recovered 52 mobile phones and internet devices from a residential property where the trafficking occurred.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana AIDS Commission data shows 1,200 babies were born with HIV through mother-to-child transmission in 2024 despite the country reporting 99.3% prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) coverage. The article argues that not knowing one's status is a systems failure rather than individual ignorance, rooted in barriers like lack of early testing access, cost, privacy concerns, and fear of stigma.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bono East Regional Police Command arrested six suspects in connection with a July 19 highway robbery on the Portor-Gurumpe Highway and recovered GH¢300,000. According to police, the driver of a Kia Rhino truck conspired with five others to rob his employer, who was carrying cash to purchase cattle.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A fire destroyed four commercial shops opposite the Area Council near Bolgatanga Main Station in the Upper East Region on Monday evening, causing an estimated GH¢165,000 in damage. No injuries or fatalities were recorded, and the cause remains under investigation.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Magistrate Court at New Edubiase has remanded Assembly Member William Ansah, 57, and his brother Ebenezer Ansah, 25, over their alleged involvement in the shooting death of 25-year-old driver Emmanuel Opare. William Ansah faces charges of attempted murder and abetment of murder, while Ebenezer Ansah has been charged with murder; both have been remanded into police custody and ordered to reappear on August 4, 2026.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sulemana Braimah, Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa, has called on the National Service Authority to end its capacity-building programme and refund deductions made from national service personnel allowances, citing concerns including a GH¢60 capacity-building charge and findings from a forensic audit that identified unsupported payments of GH¢9,276,535.00 to the National Service Personnel Association without formal agreements.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Service Personnel Association clarified that a GH¢60 deduction from service personnel allowances was intended to be spread over four months at GH¢15 per month to cover a training programme, but the full amount was deducted at once, prompting criticism from personnel who said they were not adequately consulted.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Service Personnel Association has suspended its capacity-building programme following complaints from national service personnel over GH¢60 deductions from their monthly allowances to fund the initiative. NASPA said the deductions were made without adequate consultation, though the association believed the programme offered value for future employability.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director-General of Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission warns that global drug trafficking networks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using technology and cyberspace to expand illicit operations. He called for stronger regional and international cooperation, noting that Ghana is experiencing criminal networks using cyberspace to trade in narcotics.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
US actress Kaylee Hottle, who was deaf and starred as Jia in the Godzilla vs Kong film series, died in a single-vehicle car crash at age 18 in Maryland. Police said excessive speed was believed to be a factor in the crash.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The maiden edition of the Schools Arts Mentorship Programme (SAMP) was held at Seeds After The Order of Christ Academy on July 17, 2026, bringing students face-to-face with poet, author and surgeon Professor Ladé Wosornu for infographic presentations, poem reviews, performances and mentorship on creative and academic careers.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams told worshippers at the Global Prayer Works Summit in Accra that God's Spirit empowers believers with wisdom, direction and strength to overcome life's challenges and excel. Drawing on biblical examples including Daniel, Joshua and the three Hebrew men, he said those who cultivate a close relationship with the Holy Spirit stand out in their professions and leadership roles.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams has urged Christians to rely on the Holy Spirit rather than human beings in overcoming life's challenges, saying God's Spirit empowers believers with wisdom, direction and strength to excel in every sphere of life. Speaking at the Global Prayer Works Summit in Accra, he drew lessons from biblical figures including Daniel, Joshua and the three Hebrew men, who excelled because they depended on God's Spirit.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Western and Western North branches of the Ghana Journalists Association have launched the 2026 Media and Corporate Impact Awards, scheduled for September 5, 2026 in Takoradi with Damang Gold Mine as headline sponsor. The awards aim to promote journalism excellence and recognize corporate organizations contributing to development in the two regions.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Western and Western North branches of the Ghana Journalists Association have launched the 2026 Media and Corporate Impact Awards, set for Takoradi on September 5, 2026, to recognise excellence in journalism and corporate contributions to development in the two regions. The event, sponsored by Damang Gold Mine and themed "Informing Progress, Investing in People," reflects the GJA's commitment to celebrating journalists and institutions that play important roles in national development.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Presiding Bishop of Christian Faith Church International has lamented the commercialisation of ministry, saying it has overshadowed the simplicity and purity of the Gospel and that discipleship has given way to shallow Christianity. He expressed concern that materialism and secularism have shifted believers' focus from eternal priorities to earthly pursuits.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Centre for National Culture pledged to strengthen collaboration with traditional authorities and stakeholders to preserve and promote Ghana's cultural heritage, with the Upper East Regional Director speaking at the 11th anniversary of a paramount chief and the launch of the 2026 Azuko Festival in Sirigu.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Reggae and dancehall artiste Sugar Ranking TheRabbi said he will eventually dedicate more effort to highlife music, which he describes as the foundation of Ghana's musical identity. He explained that while reggae and dancehall have played a significant role in his career, he plans to transition to highlife or mid-tempo reggae at a later stage once his youthful exuberance fades.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin did not attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in protest against FIFA decisions, citing issues including US President Donald Trump's intervention in a suspension case and other changes driven by FIFA president Gianni Infantino such as extended half-time shows and a proposed 64-team World Cup format.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Queens Park Rangers have signed 25-year-old Tariq Lamptey on a free transfer from Serie A side Fiorentina, where he made only two appearances after sustaining a serious knee injury. Lamptey, who began his career at Chelsea and played for Ghana at the 2022 World Cup with 11 senior international caps, previously featured in more than 120 games for Brighton.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Hoops for All Youth Camp concluded on July 19, 2026, after three days of training, mentorship, and competition for 50 young basketball players aged 7–20 at the SSNIT Basketball Court in Sunyani. The camp, organised by Xcel Basketball Academy in partnership with the Ghana Basketball Association and other bodies, provided participants with tactical sessions, officiating clinics, media training, and exposure to Ghana's leading basketball professionals.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Women's Tennis Association will require all players to undergo genetic sex testing via cheek swab, blood, or saliva to compete on the WTA Tour, effective Tuesday, testing for the SRY gene on the Y chromosome. Players tested positive will face further medical assessment before competing; the policy replaces the previous 2024 rule allowing transgender women to compete after lowering testosterone levels.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian forward Joseph Opoku is close to joining English Championship side Swansea City from Belgian Pro League club Zulte Waregem. The 20-year-old is expected to complete a medical in Austria in the coming days and will be Swansea's fourth summer signing.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian defender Samuel Sarfo has signed a one-year deal with Bahrain club Al Hala following a successful spell with Malkiya. The 34-year-old centre-back, who has established a career in Gulf football across Saudi Arabia and other Middle East countries, aims to help Al Hala return to Bahrain's Premier League.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Paralympic Committee Ghana has deployed four accredited media officers to provide coverage of Team Ghana at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. The officers will produce reports, photographs, videos, and interviews throughout the Games while gaining professional experience in international sports journalism and Paralympic communications.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana international Tariq Lamptey has completed a permanent move to English Championship club Queens Park Rangers after an injury-disrupted spell with Fiorentina. The defender, who made 11 senior caps for Ghana, is expected to return to selection in September as he recovers from an ACL injury sustained in Italy.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Para powerlifter Tahiru Haruna will carry the King's Baton and 17-year-old judoka Frema Agyei will be Flag Bearer for Team Ghana at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, selections the Government says reflect merit and inclusion in sports development.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Samuel Inkoom Football Academy has appointed Lawrence Kofi Abedu Aubyn as Sporting Director, responsible for strategic planning and institutional development. The academy, based in Kasoa, won the Division 3 League last season and gained promotion to the Second Division.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Football Association has set the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League to kick off September 4–7, 2026 and conclude May 28–31, 2027, with fixtures primarily on weekends and midweek dates reserved for outstanding matches. Three promoted clubs—Debibi United, FC AshantiGold 04, and Port City FC—will join the top flight alongside defending champions Medeama SC.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Spain claimed the top spot in the FIFA men's rankings after beating Argentina 1-0, with Morocco reaching a record-high sixth place. Ghana moved up eight places in the latest rankings.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Kylian Mbappe won the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals, finishing ahead of Lionel Messi's eight. The Real Madrid forward is now the top scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals across three tournaments.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to give Spain a 1-0 victory over holders Argentina in the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, ending Lionel Messi's bid for a second World Cup title in what was likely his final appearance in the tournament.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Bodø/Glimt and Union Saint-Gilloise, two low-budget European clubs, were drawn to face each other in the third qualifying round of the Champions League, with the first leg in Brussels on August 4 or 5 and the second leg at Bodø/Glimt's Aspmyra Stadium on August 11. The winner advances to the qualifying playoffs round with a place in the 36-team main phase at stake.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring in extra time. Spain's second men's World Cup title was widely praised as a fitting reward for their technically superior performance, in which they dominated possession at 65 per cent and registered 20 shots including 11 on target.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Kevin Keegan, former England player and manager and double Ballon d'Or winner, has died at age 75 after battling stage four cancer. He was surrounded by his wife and daughters at the time of his death.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Football Association has confirmed the group-stage draw for the 2026 Elite U-17 Girls Colts Championship, scheduled for July 30 to August 4 at the GFA Technical Centre in Prampram. The tournament will feature ten regional champions and the Elite Academy divided into two groups, as part of the GFA's women's football development programme under the FIFA Talent Development Scheme.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi finished the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the most effective shot-stopper with a goals prevented statistic of 2.35 and a team-leading rating of 7.21, playing 135 minutes before an injury ended his tournament after Ghana's opening group match.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Premier League side Ipswich Town has signed 22-year-old Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu from Leicester City on a five-year contract through 2031. Fatawu has 32 caps for Ghana and scored nine goals in 44 appearances for Leicester during 2025/26.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A consortium led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia has expressed interest in buying a minority stake in Liverpool Football Club. The proposed deal has not yet been finalised with club owners Fenway Sports Group, and would value the club at more than $6bn (£4.5bn).
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Rugby League Federation Ghana has officially launched the Rugby League Diva Series, a new women's competition designed to increase female participation, strengthen player development, and create regular competitive opportunities. The all-play-all competition will be played on the last Saturday of every month, with four teams contesting in the inaugural edition and champions crowned in November.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Morocco plans to expand hotel capacity by 60,000 beds—about a fifth of its current total—by the time it co-hosts the 2030 World Cup. The government is investing more than 190 billion dirhams in infrastructure including rail, road, airports, and stadiums, aiming to attract 26 million visitors by 2030.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US cars, dairy and alcohol. Prime Minister Mark Carney said he had spoken to Trump and both leaders agreed to "intensify" trade talks, but warned "all options" were on the table in terms of how Canada could respond.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Four Nigerian policemen were arrested after allegedly setting up an unauthorised roadblock in Abuja to extort money from drivers, including Musa Aliyu, head of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, who was forced to withdraw 53,000 naira. Police Commissioner Ahmed Sanusi described the operation as intelligence-driven, and the suspects now face a police disciplinary procedure.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ethiopian police have arrested 17 suspects, including alleged ringleader Mohammed Tahir, in connection with a multi-million-dollar international human trafficking ring accused of transporting over 40,000 Ethiopians to Saudi Arabia and collecting more than 1 billion Ethiopian birr from victims through extortion, abuse, and torture in Yemen detention warehouses.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ukrainian President Zelensky has dismissed army commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi days after removing Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, a move that sparked street protests. Syrskyi was replaced by general Mykhailo Drapatyi, and Zelensky offered Fedorov a new position in power.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth told the Senate Appropriations Committee that the war with Iran has cost the US $37.5bn, an increase of nearly $8bn since May, and sought $87bn in congressional funding for his department, with $67bn destined for Middle East operations.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Al Qaeda-linked and Tuareg separatist militants ambushed a military convoy in northern Mali over the weekend, with a source close to the rebels saying more than 50 soldiers and Russian fighters were killed and others taken hostage. Mali's army reported retaliatory airstrikes that killed at least 20 insurgents.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Department of Justice said UC San Diego's medical school manipulated applicant data to favor Black and Hispanic applicants, citing findings of a federal probe. The DOJ said it sought a voluntary resolution agreement with the school and will file suit if those efforts fail.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Trump administration has considered disengaging from UNHCR, the U.N. refugee agency, prompting diplomats and U.N. officials to lobby for continued U.S. support, according to sources familiar with the matter. The deliberation follows a disagreement over the appointment of a deputy high commissioner, and potential cuts to U.S. funding—historically the agency's largest source—would weaken it amid near-record displacement levels globally.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary said initial investigation into a July 10 incident that saw a Serbian passenger partially sucked out of a plane window suggests foreign object damage to the engine on takeoff at Thessaloniki, though he cautioned the finding is not yet definitive. The passenger was seriously injured and the US National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A reconciliation committee of France's Parliament approved a bill to ban social media access for those under 15, with French President Macron seeking implementation by early September. The measure follows Australia's ban for under-16s and comes as European Commission President Von der Leyen has supported similar limits across the EU.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
French lawmakers voted to ban social media use for children under 15, with the bill set to take effect this school year after President Emmanuel Macron signs it into law. The ban makes France the first EU country to impose such a restriction, following Australia's implementation of a ban for under-16s last year.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
West African leaders have backed the legal and institutional framework for the 6,800-kilometre Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The project, developed by Nigeria's NNPC and Morocco's ONHYM, aims to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Andy Burnham, the new UK prime minister, is set to announce new support to help people with the cost of living crisis as his cabinet meets for the first time. He has vowed to provide "breathing space" for households struggling with costs and pledged to set out details on Tuesday.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Andy Burnham, the new UK prime minister, is set to announce support for households struggling with the cost of living crisis on Tuesday. Burnham has appointed a cabinet including John Healey as chancellor and Ed Miliband as foreign secretary, and pledged to provide "breathing space" for people facing financial hardship.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Carlos Vila Nova won a second five-year term with more than 55% of the vote in Sunday's election, according to preliminary results announced Monday, avoiding a runoff. Vila Nova, running as an independent after splitting with his former backing party ADI, defeated challenger Nito Abreu, who received more than 41% of the vote.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Carlos Vila Nova won a second five-year term with more than 55% of the vote in Sunday's election, according to preliminary results, avoiding a runoff. Running as an independent after a split with his former party, Vila Nova defeated challenger Nito Abreu, who received more than 41% of the vote.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An immigration judge approved Ken Ofori-Atta's application for adjustment of status in the United States, ruling that his decades-long ties to the country—including education, professional career with major financial institutions, family connections, and ongoing medical treatment—outweighed concerns over criminal allegations filed against him in Ghana.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A certified transcript from a June 15, 2026 hearing at Annandale Immigration Court shows that Immigration Judge David Gardey granted former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's application for adjustment of status after examining allegations brought by Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor and assessing evidence from both sides.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
South Africa's public broadcaster SABC broadcast a false report claiming Ghana had recorded 2,300 Ebola cases and 930 deaths; Ghana's health authorities and state officials have confirmed the country has recorded no Ebola cases.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US cars, dairy and alcohol. Key exports such as energy, potash, critical minerals and fish will be spared, and the duties take effect in 30 days.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the African Union Champion for Maternal and Child Health, will lead a Call to Action on maternal, newborn, child and adolescent survival at the AU Extraordinary Summit on Universal Health Coverage in Accra beginning July 21, 2026. The summit will bring together African leaders, policymakers and health experts to discuss strategies for stronger health systems and address critical health challenges including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, maternal mortality and non-communicable diseases.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 13-year-old boy died after part of the Árbol Gordo fountain in Salamanca, northwestern Spain, collapsed during Spain's World Cup victory celebrations. Two other young people were injured when the structure gave way after several people climbed on it to celebrate.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Hannah Rapp, a 26-year-old US boxer who fought for the WBC women's featherweight championship in June, was struck and killed by a car while cycling in Texas on Saturday. A 31-year-old man, Charles Medina, was arrested and booked on manslaughter charges; he told investigators he did not see Rapp until hitting her.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
South Africa's SABC News issued a public apology after airing a news ticker falsely claiming Ghana had recorded 2,300 Ebola cases and 930 deaths. Ghana's Ministry of Health had dismissed the claim as false, and SABC acknowledged the mistake during an on-air correction, clarifying that Ghana has not recorded any case of Ebola Virus Disease.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Russia has allocated 120 government scholarship places to Ghanaian students for the 2026/27 academic year to strengthen educational cooperation between the two countries. The Russian Embassy said the scholarships form part of efforts to expand academic exchanges and institutional partnerships, with Takoradi Technical University becoming the first Ghanaian institution to join the Russian-African Network University.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Protests erupted in Bologna after a Moroccan-born man died while being forcibly restrained by police officers on Sunday; thousands demanded justice, and prosecutors opened a manslaughter investigation against the officers and medical workers present.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At the African Union Extraordinary Health Summit in Accra, AU Commissioner for Health Amma Twum-Amoah called on African countries to reduce reliance on unpredictable external donor support and strengthen domestic financing of health systems. She urged governments to prioritise healthcare in national budgets, improve public fund management, and honour the Abuja Declaration's 15 per cent health sector allocation target.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bilateral trade between Ghana and Russia has grown from $247 million in 2022 to more than $800 million in 2024, according to the Russian Embassy. The two countries are expanding cooperation in energy, agriculture and mining, including a memorandum of understanding between Ghana's Atomic Energy Commission and Russia's Rosatom.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lebanon's army has begun deploying to a pilot zone in the country's south following Israeli withdrawal under a US-brokered agreement. The deployment covers the village of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh and two other villages under a Trilateral Framework agreement between Israel, Lebanon, and the US.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Department of Defence identified two American service members killed during Iranian strikes in Jordan over the weekend: 19-year-old Army Private Isabella Gonzales of Texas and 25-year-old First Lieutenant Tyler James Feehan of Hawaii. Both were supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, the U.S.-led mission against the Islamic State.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that dual nationals serve as bridges for diaspora capital, remittances, and institution-building that have driven Ghana's economic development—citing examples like Databank and Ashesi University—and contends that excluding them would forfeit a critical source of development finance.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
A Chronicle essay traces one day in the life of Abena, a 34-year-old fabric seller in Madina who navigates multiple global systems—including money-transfer networks that charge sub-Saharan Africa an average of 8 percent, far above the global 3 percent target—each extracting value before day's end, illustrating how international financial infrastructure shapes the lives of ordinary Africans.
21 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
An opinion piece examines whether frequent walkouts in Ghana's Parliament—particularly by the NPP Minority Caucus—serve as legitimate democratic protest or undermine parliamentary deliberation, questioning whether members genuinely support such actions or are compelled by party discipline.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
University of Ghana lecturer Dr. Joshua Jebuntie Zaato says the imprisonment of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako will be meaningless unless it leads to a comprehensive fight against galamsey involving prosecution of all implicated officials, restoration of polluted waterways, and protection of forests.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →