President John Dramani Mahama humorously urged former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana, saying Ofori-Atta's children miss him and assuring him of security and due process if he comes back. The remarks, which drew laughter, raise questions about whether assurances can address public concerns over past events.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama humorously urged former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana, saying Ofori-Atta's children miss him and assuring him of security and due process if he comes back. The remarks, which drew laughter, raise questions about whether assurances can address public concerns over past events.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama visited Asomdwee Park on July 24 to commemorate 14 years since the death of former President John Evans Atta Mills, describing him as "a mentor and a friend" and reflecting on Mills's legacy of humility, integrity, and the demonstration that compassion and strong leadership can coexist.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court convicted NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) over illegal mining activities linked to Akonta Mining and sentenced him to 20 years' imprisonment. The government says the verdict demonstrates no one is above the law, while the opposition argues it is politically tainted and has vowed to appeal.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ahead of the High Court's July 13, 2026 judgment in The Republic v. Bernard Antwi Boasiako @ Wontumi and 2 Others, defence counsel Samuel Atta Akyea submitted a written address on behalf of the 1st Accused (Wontumi) and the 3rd Accused (Akonta Mining Company Limited), framing the trial around three major legal and factual controversies including a preliminary constitutional issue regarding the Minerals and Mining Act.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Ato Forson says Ghana's IMF agreement, signed by the previous government for a $3 billion programme with a 1.5% GDP primary balance target, is a national commitment that transcends political changes and must be honoured regardless of which party is in power.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has warned that the government will not abandon fiscal discipline for political convenience, insisting Ghana cannot afford to return to the economic crisis that forced painful debt restructuring. He defended the government's cautious spending as necessary to secure Ghana's successful exit from the IMF programme, noting that the fiscal targets were inherited from the previous administration's IMF agreement.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Enoch Amegbletor, a former Ketu North NPP Parliamentary Candidate, is vying for the Volta Regional NPP Communications Officer position after passing vetting, competing against incumbent Perry Quarshie Nuwordu and Zain Suleymam. Amegbletor, with 20 years of experience in communication and media, aims to improve the NPP's electoral performance in the Volta Region ahead of 2028.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga called for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to return from the United States to account for Ghana's debt burden and alleged economic mismanagement under the previous NPP administration. Ayariga contrasted this with the current Finance Minister's performance, claiming the economy is now being managed without burdensome taxes or excessive borrowing.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has condemned the government's Mid-Year Budget as "bone without meat," saying it is heavy on rhetoric but light on delivery and fails to address critical issues such as employment creation and citizen welfare. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, speaking on behalf of the Minority, argued that the NDC administration remains detached from the realities of citizens' daily struggles and offers no meaningful solutions to economic challenges.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is moving from the IMF's Extended Credit Facility Programme to a 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument designed for countries without balance of payments needs, intended to consolidate macroeconomic gains and anchor the next phase of economic reforms through six key priorities including fiscal consolidation, debt sustainability, and financial sector stability.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama and Beninois President Romuald Wadagni held talks at the African Union Extraordinary Health Summit in Accra, agreeing to strengthen bilateral relations on economic cooperation, peace, security, and West African integration, including potential cotton imports from Benin for the Juapong Textiles Factory.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Legal Adviser to ex-President Akufo-Addo, Kow Essuman, has criticised Finance Minister Ato Forson for failing to pay outstanding arrears and entitlements owed to Presidency staff who served under the previous administration, despite presenting four budgets since payments fell due in January 2025. Essuman argues the situation is unfair given that current Presidency staff have been paid while former public servants await their benefits.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama held a bilateral meeting with Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye at the Presidency in Accra on the sidelines of the African Union Extraordinary Health Summit. The meeting aimed to strengthen ties between the two nations and Mahama discussed collaboration on peace, security, and Ghana's economic stabilisation efforts.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister announced that biometric verification of the Ghana Card is now the mandatory standard for identity verification in Ghana, replacing visual inspection and photocopying. The requirement was introduced under Legislative Instrument 2523 and came into force on June 9, 2026, with the aim of protecting personal data, strengthening the national identification system, and reducing identity theft and fraud.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Roads and Highways commended the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana for its contributions to national development, education, health and social services over more than 170 years, and pledged continued government collaboration with the church.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson expressed concern that Ghana's constitutional contingency fund, which holds ¢500 million and serves as the country's only emergency fund for disasters, has been garnisheed by court order, preventing the government from accessing it for flood and disaster mitigation.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is calling for legislation to define which government funds can be frozen through court orders, citing concerns that emergency resources needed for national crises could be rendered inaccessible. He cited the recent freezing of Ghana's constitutional emergency fund—a ¢500 million account at the Bank of Ghana controlled by Parliament's Finance Committee—as evidence of the need for clear legal limits on garnishee orders.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Multi-Stakeholder Group of the CoST Sekondi-Takoradi Chapter launched its third Independent Review Report, which assessed infrastructure projects across 14 Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in the Western Region, highlighting gaps and recommendations to promote transparency, accountability and citizen participation in infrastructure delivery.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Deyci Alejandra Omana Ortiz, a former porn star who worked as a journalist before entering the industry in 2017 and leaving two years later, was sworn in as a senator for Colombia's Historic Pact party in March and is now working to guarantee social security rights and legal protections for adult-content creators.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson accused the parliamentary minority of advocating a return to what he called reckless borrowing and spending under the previous government, saying the current administration is disciplined and directing resources to priority areas.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Assembly members in Ejisu were unable to access the auditorium for a planned meeting to initiate a no-confidence vote against the Municipal Chief Executive on Friday; 40 members—28 elected and 12 government appointees—had been formally summoned but found the main auditorium locked with keys unavailable.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson insists the government does not owe contractors under the Big Push infrastructure programme, despite only spending GH¢6.5 billion of the GH¢30 billion annual allocation. He explained that payments are made only after contractors complete work and submit certificates that are verified by relevant authorities.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi has rejected claims by Atiwa East MP Abena Osei-Asare linking GoldBod's operations to losses recorded by the Bank of Ghana, insisting the central bank's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme is separate from GoldBod's activities. Osei-Asare had questioned public funds committed to GoldBod during the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review discussion, stating the government spent about US$1.2 billion on the institution in a year.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Members of the Ejisu Municipal Assembly have called an emergency meeting scheduled for Friday at 10:00am to deliberate on and pass a vote of no confidence against Municipal Chief Executive Jerryne Asante. The specific grounds for the motion have not been disclosed.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang delivered the keynote address at Sister Cities International's 70th-anniversary celebration in Washington, D.C., calling for stronger city-to-city partnerships across Africa to drive sustainable economic development. She reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to local governance through decentralisation, noting that the government's Reset Agenda places Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies at the centre of national development.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson said recent differences between the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture over fund releases for agricultural programmes have been resolved and were merely a misunderstanding.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Atiwa East MP Abena Osei-Asare has called on the government to prioritise completing abandoned public projects rather than initiating new ones, noting that the Auditor-General's 2024 report identified abandoned and uncompleted projects worth GH¢189 million as a significant issue.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Atiwa East MP Abena Osei Asare has called on the government to redirect public funds toward projects with direct impact on people's lives rather than simply spending money. She said government officials should engage with citizens directly, noting that official economic figures do not reflect the realities facing ordinary Ghanaians.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online examines whether effective leadership depends on commanding fear or inspiring love and respect, using Ghana's recent presidents—John Dramani Mahama and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo—as case studies of contrasting leadership styles.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson dismissed suggestions of disagreement between the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Food and Agriculture over allocations, describing differing figures as a misunderstanding between budget releases (GH¢1.677 billion) and actual cash payments (GH¢910 million) during the first half of 2026.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Isaac Boadi, Dean of the Faculty of Accounting and Finance at UPSA, has warned that while the 2026 Mid-Year Budget shows improvements in macroeconomic indicators, job creation must be central to Ghana's economic recovery agenda if livelihoods are to improve. He noted that revenue performance fell short of half-year targets and expressed concern that the budget emphasizes inflation, debt sustainability, reserves, and GDP growth while paying little attention to employment opportunities.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A delegation of Dagbon chiefs visited former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to formally notify him of the death of Ndan Ya Naa Abukari Mahama II. Bawumia, the NPP flagbearer, eulogised the late king and prayed for his soul.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs, with support from UNICEF Ghana and Parliament, has launched the Parliamentary Caucus on Children to provide a non-partisan platform for MPs committed to advancing children's rights and ensuring child welfare is reflected in national laws and policies.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Dr. Stephen Amoah, MP for Nhyiaeso, has strongly rejected a Global InfoAnalytics survey conducted in June 2026 that ranked him among low-performing legislators, calling the assessment misleading and arguing that parliamentary contributions should be the core measure of an MP's performance.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
At the launch of a book by the CEO of National Investment Bank, Speaker Bagbin advised Ghanaians to honour individuals who have made significant contributions to national development while they are still alive, saying a nation grows stronger when it recognizes its heroes and celebrates integrity, excellence and sacrifice.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee, argues that Ghana's reliance on the debt-to-GDP ratio provides an incomplete picture of debt sustainability. He contends the ratio's improvement from 61 percent to 44 percent overlooks the impact of the previous NPP administration's debt restructuring programme, which secured about US$5 billion in debt cancellation and US$4 billion in debt-service cash flow savings.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Minority in Parliament has accused Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson of deliberately understating the government's 2026 mid-year revenue target, alleging he presented GH¢126 billion instead of GH¢134 billion to conceal a GH¢10 billion revenue shortfall. Ranking Member Kojo Oppong Nkrumah argued the minister departed from standard practice by not presenting actual revenue and expenditure against approved targets in the mid-year budget review.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Department of State Services says it will appeal the life prison sentences given to three men convicted of involvement in the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State's Oriire Local Government Area, arguing the sentence does not match the crimes and that the beheading of two teachers should attract capital punishment.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Dramani Mahama joined relatives, government officials, NDC members, and other dignitaries at Asomdwe Park to mark the 14th anniversary of former President John Evans Atta Mills' death on 24 July 2012. The ceremony featured prayers, hymns, floral tributes, and speeches honouring Mills' leadership, humility, and legacy of public service.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At a wreath-laying ceremony marking the 14th anniversary of Professor John Evans Atta Mills' death, President Mahama called on Ghanaians to honour the late President's legacy by upholding his principles—integrity in public life, respect for democratic institutions, tolerance of differing views, and compassion for the vulnerable—rather than relying on speeches and ceremonies alone.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Bono Regional Director of the NCCE told a forum on accountability in Sunyani that Ghanaians should remain law-abiding, and leaders must uphold ethical standards and transparency. He said respect for the rule of law is critical to democracy and national development.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to the vision and ideals of the late President John Evans Atta Mills during a wreath-laying ceremony at Asomdwee Park marking the 14th anniversary of Mills's death. Mahama said he draws inspiration from Mills's humility, wisdom and commitment to serving the people, and that values including integrity in public service, respect for democratic institutions, and inclusive national development defined Mills's legacy.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang addressed the Ghanaian community in Maryland, describing diaspora members as valuable assets and urging them to represent the country positively, remain united, and support the government's reset agenda while setting aside political differences.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ranking Member on Parliament's Works and Housing Committee has questioned the Finance Minister's explanation that a court order freezing Ghana's constitutional contingency fund hindered the government's response to flooding, calling the claim surprising and inconsistent with earlier assurances given to Parliament. The minister expressed concern about coordination within government, questioning how Cabinet could have approved emergency flood response measures without being aware the contingency fund was inaccessible.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang called for stronger partnerships among cities globally, saying collaboration is essential to addressing shared challenges like urbanisation, climate change, waste management, public health and disaster preparedness. She stressed that municipalities must work together through knowledge sharing, innovation and practical cooperation to enhance service delivery and community resilience.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Baba Jamal Konneh, Deputy Eastern Regional Secretary of the NDC, has withdrawn allegations linking Ofoase-Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah to illegal mining and apologized following a GH¢30 million defamation suit filed by Oppong Nkrumah at the High Court in Accra. The claims, made during a live Okay FM discussion on February 13, 2026, alleged that Oppong Nkrumah had brought Chinese nationals into Akyemansa to engage in galamsey that destroyed cocoa farms.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party in the Ashanti Region has announced plans to mobilise hundreds of supporters for a solidarity visit to Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako at Nsawam Medium Security Prison following his 20-year conviction, aiming to reassure him of party backing as his legal team prepares an appeal.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament postponed debate on the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review from Friday to Tuesday, July 28, to allow legislators time to study the fiscal policy document. Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson presented the review highlighting improvements in macroeconomic indicators and government plans for infrastructure, agriculture, education and social protection.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson presented the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament on July 23, outlining the government's fiscal performance in the first half of 2026 and its economic policy direction for the remainder of the year.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability has urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies to take localised action on climate change, noting that its impacts are experienced differently by communities based on geographical vulnerabilities. The remarks were made at a stakeholders' engagement in Wa on plans to establish climate change and sustainability units in all MMDAs.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bright Future Alliance, a youth-led civil society organisation, called for stronger accountability mechanisms across public and corporate institutions at the second African Governance and Anti-Corruption Summit in Accra. The organisation stressed that addressing corruption requires collective effort from government, businesses, civil society, academia, media and citizens, with anti-corruption efforts extending beyond public institutions to corporate governance and the private sector.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court convicted NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) of illegal mining and sentenced him to 20 years' imprisonment, with government calling it evidence that no one is above the law and opposition calling it politically tainted. A United States immigration court found that the Office of the Special Prosecutor failed to provide sufficiently credible evidence in proceedings involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, though the OSP rejected suggestions that its case has collapsed.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Twenty-nine aggrieved assembly members of Ejisu Municipal have resolved to pass a vote of no confidence in Municipal Chief Executive Jerryne Asante, citing allegations of financial mismanagement, abuse of power, and poor administrative leadership. They allege the MCE failed to address pressing issues including oversight of a court-ordered demolition and diversion of GH29,000 in property rates and business permits collected in August 2025.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority will begin piloting a new digital vehicle registration system in August 2026, with full rollout scheduled for January 1, 2027. The system aims to eliminate illegal number plate cloning and improve vehicle identification for law enforcement agencies.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chairman of Parliament's Committee on Assurances Dominic Nitiwul, who recently criticized President Mahama's government for terminating Zoomlion's contract with the Youth Employment Agency, has admitted he based his criticism on misinformation. Local Government Minister Ahmed Ibrahim praised Nitiwul's remarks and indicated support for bringing back the Zoomlion contract.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaker Alban Sumana Bagbin commemorated the 14th anniversary of President John Evans Atta Mills' death by describing him as a leader who listened, consulted, and remained connected to ordinary Ghanaians without letting power distance him from those he served. Bagbin reflected on Mills' steady temperament and principle-guided approach during opposition years and his presidency.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu, warned that the Ghana Armed Forces will deal decisively with any individual or group attempting to disrupt peace and security in Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. The warning came at the closing of Exercise Starlight Stretch II, a three-week internal security training exercise designed to enhance military operational readiness and tactical capabilities.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Airtel Africa has chosen the London Stock Exchange to list its mobile money business in the second half of 2026, aiming to access a broad international investor base and unlock value in what it calls one of Africa's leading fintech platforms. The company reported higher first-quarter revenue and profits despite forecasting pressure on near-term core profit margins due to war-related energy cost increases.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Oxford No. 1 Hotel management has rejected claims that a receiver appointed by Cola Holdings Ltd has taken over the facility, stating it remains under the control of Kensington Residential Partners 1 Limited. Management alleged that director Azad Cola, through Cola Holdings Ltd, claimed to have settled the hotel's International Finance Corporation loan and demanded reimbursement, but has not produced evidence of full repayment.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has begun 87 transport infrastructure projects across all 16 regions under the Big Push Infrastructure Programme, comprising 74 trunk roads and bridges, 10 urban roads, and three feeder roads. By end of June 2026, 13 projects had reached at least 50 per cent completion, with six exceeding 75 per cent, while 15 others had progressed beyond 25 per cent completion.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has warned that refusing to accept Ghana cedi coins as legal tender in business transactions is an offense punishable by law. Sunyani traders have praised the directive but noted that buyers themselves often reject the coins as change, citing concerns about their size and safety.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Finance Minister announced that Government has deposited US$1.7 billion at the Bank of Ghana to finance the Accra-Kumasi Expressway under the Big Push Infrastructure Programme, with funds ring-fenced for use only after the main construction contract is awarded. Feasibility studies and detailed engineering designs are expected to be completed by end-August 2026, with procurement for the construction contract to begin in September.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson says Ghana will proceed cautiously on international borrowing despite strengthened macroeconomic fundamentals and renewed investor interest, prioritizing debt sustainability. Ghana's debt-to-GDP ratio has fallen to 45 per cent, meeting the statutory target ahead of schedule, and the World Bank-IMF has upgraded the country's debt outlook from unsustainable to sustainable.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Finance Minister announced the government has set aside GH¢400 million to procure high-capacity buses for state-owned transport companies to improve public transportation. He also disclosed that petroleum sector reforms have attracted more than US$3.5 billion in fresh investment commitments from partners in Jubilee and Offshore Cape Three Points oil fields.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The government has scrapped the 20 per cent excise duty on locally manufactured fruit juices introduced in 2023 to support agro-processing and boost the domestic industry. The Minister of Finance said the measure, presented as part of the 2026 Mid-Year Budget review, forms part of broader excise duty reforms aimed at improving revenue mobilisation and encouraging investment.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
President Mahama has signed the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Act, 2026, transforming the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) into the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA). The new law expands the Authority's mandate to attract, facilitate, promote and retain investments, introduces reforms including removal of minimum capital requirements for wholly foreign-owned enterprises, establishes an Investor Grievance Mechanism and One-Stop Shop, and aligns Ghana's investment regime with regional and international standards including AfCFTA.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A South Korean court has ordered SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won to pay his ex-wife Roh Soh-yeong 944 billion won (approximately $644 million) in a divorce settlement, below the initial 1.38 trillion won awarded in 2024. The case centres on asset division following their 35-year marriage and the revelation that Chey had fathered a child with another woman.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sammy Gyamfi, CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, has defended the release of US$279 million to the institution, saying the funds were approved as part of the 2025 Budget by Parliament and were intended as revolving seed capital for trading operations. He rejected criticism from the Public Accounts Committee Chairperson, arguing the allocation was lawful and the Finance Ministry was obliged to release the funds.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samsung Electronics has introduced its new Galaxy Z series to the Ghanaian market, featuring the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip8, all built on seven generations of foldable innovation and equipped with optimized Galaxy AI features for multitasking and content creation.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi has rejected allegations by NPP Minority Caucus members that the institution is making losses and siphoning public funds, stating that GoldBod recorded an operational surplus of GH¢909.7 million and an overall surplus of GH¢5.44 billion in 2025, and remains on course to meet targets despite a more than 23 per cent decline in international gold prices since February.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana is developing 'MTN One TV', a pan-African streaming service launching in the fourth quarter, to support local content creators by offering monetisation, scaling, and distribution across the company's 300 million users. The platform will feature local African series and movies, live TV channels, and international programming tailored to African market realities.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Eight months into Ghana's 2026 Budget reset, the cedi has remained broadly stable and the domestic bond market has reopened after a three-year absence, though observers note that sustaining discipline beyond the IMF programme and translating headline gains into better jobs and living standards remain key tests.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
BOST Energies Limited concluded its July 2026 Health, Safety and Environment Week with a closing durbar, featuring activities including health walks, cleaning exercises, health screenings, and an HSE quiz competition to promote safety awareness and environmental responsibility.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Access Bank Ghana has won Best Bank for Consumer Lending and Best Bank for SMEs at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026. The awards are part of 16 honors secured by the Access Bank Group across its African operations this year, recognizing the bank's expanded lending portfolio and support for individuals and small businesses.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Finance Minister announced that US$1.7 billion has been deposited in a dedicated account at the Bank of Ghana for the 176-kilometre six-lane Accra–Kumasi Expressway, which is expected to reduce travel time between the two cities to about two hours. The Ghana Armed Forces has cleared 122 kilometres of the required right-of-way, with procurement for the main construction contract expected to commence in September.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Stakeholders at the Creative Economy Summit 2026 Ghana say the creative industry must develop a structured economic ecosystem with policies supporting intellectual property protection, contract enforcement, and production financing to attract investment and create jobs. The United States has identified Ghana's creative economy as a driver of economic growth and bilateral cooperation, while Ghana's Diaspora Affairs Office urges a shift from celebrating artistic talent to building institutions needed for commercialization.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Mahama told African Union leaders that the continent's vision of building a robust pharmaceutical manufacturing industry is steadily becoming a reality and called on leaders to accelerate efforts to reduce Africa's dependence on imported medicines and medical supplies.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
QNET has formally endorsed the UNODC-INTERPOL Global Public-Private Partnership Framework Against Fraud and participated in the inaugural UNODC-INTERPOL Global Fraud Summit in Vienna. The company's partnership with Ghana's Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) was presented as a case study in public-private cooperation against organised fraud.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prudential Bank has launched the second edition of its Step Challenge, a health and fitness initiative running from July to the end of September 2026, which combines physical activity with a football-themed virtual journey through 48 nations beginning in New Zealand and ending in Ghana. The Bank's Head of Human Resources said the initiative aims to promote employee wellness, strengthen relationships across teams and branches, and encourage healthier lifestyles.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Judith Adjobah Blay, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana National Gas Company, has graduated with a Master of Laws degree in Public Procurement Law and Policy from the University of Nottingham. The achievement was announced as reflecting her commitment to excellence and lifelong learning while leading a strategic energy institution.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A nationwide survey of 232 HR professionals found that 71.1% believe HR workers in Ghana are generally underpaid and 42.2% are dissatisfied with their current salaries, highlighting what researchers call an "HR Value Paradox" where organisations expect HR professionals to drive business performance while their financial recognition lags behind.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Hollard Insurance has unveiled its "We Cover You" brand campaign to increase public understanding of insurance and raise awareness of the company's services in Ghana. The Managing Director said the campaign represents a major strategic brand investment, noting that research showed many people do not understand what the company does despite recognising its name.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A legal analysis examines a High Court judgment from May 19, 2023, concerning Akonta Mining Services and Chairman Wontumi's operations in Samreboi forest reserves, as part of a broader chronicle of natural resource litigation involving unratified leases, missing permits, and allegations of civil trespass against the company.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Apinto Divisional Council, traditional owners of land hosting GoldFields Ghana's Tarkwa Mine, has resolved to oppose the company's mining lease renewal when it expires in April 2027, citing limited impact on customary land despite decades of mining activities. The Council plans to announce its position at a press conference and urge the government to reject the lease renewal application.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghanaian MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh told the Pan-African Parliament that Africa must transform its critical mineral reserves and trade opportunities into industrial growth and prosperity rather than allowing others to capture the benefits. He argued the continent should use its mineral deposits as leverage in the global energy transition.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre has welcomed energy sector interventions in the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review but urged the government to balance thermal generation expansion with stronger investments in renewable energy to meet Ghana's 10 per cent renewable energy target by 2030, noting that renewables currently account for only about two per cent of electricity generation.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Apinto Divisional Council is calling on government to make host communities equity partners in Gold Fields Ghana Limited's Tarkwa Mine during its ongoing lease renewal process. The chiefs argue that communities hosting mining operations for decades should have a direct stake in wealth generated from mineral resources extracted from their lands, and have developed an "Apinto Shared Prosperity Proposal" as a framework for ensuring traditional authorities and local communities participate in ownership, governance and benefits of mining operations.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has defended the government's Nkoko Nkitinkiti poultry initiative as successful, saying isolated cases of beneficiaries consuming the chickens they received rather than raising them for income should not discredit the programme. Forson argued that reports of some beneficiaries sending photographs to the Agriculture Minister showing they had cooked the chickens represent only isolated incidents and do not reflect the overall success of the scheme.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
While illegal mining's visible damage to Ghana's rivers captures public attention, the pollution may pose a greater long-term threat to the country's groundwater, which supplies rural communities, schools, health centres, and farmers through boreholes and wells.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Commander has called on residents of Teshie and Ghanaians to embrace peace during this year's Homowo Festival, stating that sustainable development and prosperity can only flourish in a peaceful society. He reaffirmed the Ghana Police Service's commitment to working with traditional authorities and community stakeholders to ensure a safe and incident-free celebration.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Acting on President Mahama's directive, the Flood Mitigation Task Force has begun a phased dredging and demolition exercise across parts of Accra to clear waterways and reduce flood risk. The first phase has targeted New England, areas behind Mayfair Garden Estates, the Tesa Dam enclave in East Legon, and Oyarifa, with a second phase planned for Weija, Mallam, and Laboma; the initiative is part of a long-term strategy with ongoing inspections and monitoring throughout the year.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director-General of Africa CDC called on African countries to mobilise more domestic funds to combat Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, noting that African countries have so far mobilised approximately US$110 million to support responses to Ebola and other disease outbreaks.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Twenty students who won the Kingsley Quiz Competition in Abuakwa South six years ago have graduated as medical doctors after completing their medical training in Cuba. The beneficiaries earned scholarships through the competition initiated by MP Dr Kingsley Agyemang and are expected to return to strengthen Ghana's healthcare system.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Upper West Regional Police Command arrested members of an alleged motorbike theft syndicate and recovered 17 motorbikes believed stolen from locations across the Wa Municipality and the region following an intelligence-led operation that began when a woman reported a stolen motorbike in Jirapa on July 11.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A rainstorm struck the Yendi Municipality in the Northern Region early on July 22, killing a 12-year-old girl and destroying more than 40 houses, displacing dozens of households and damaging food, farm produce, and belongings.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cyber Security Authority reported 112 restaurant and food-vendor impersonation scam cases between January and June 2026, resulting in financial losses of GH¢296,083.68, up from 61 cases in the same period of 2025. The CSA advised the public to verify contact details through official websites and verified social media pages, avoid unfamiliar payment links, insist on payment after delivery, and monitor accounts for unauthorised transactions.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Helmet for Life Movement, a social initiative by University of Media, Arts and Communication students, has launched a nationwide campaign to encourage helmet use among commercial motorbike riders and passengers in Ghana, citing low compliance despite widespread acknowledgement that helmets save lives.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
During a meeting at the Presidency in Accra on the sidelines of the African Union Extraordinary Health Summit, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus commended President John Dramani Mahama for his visionary leadership in championing Africa's Health Sovereignty and for initiatives including the Accra Reset Initiative, Free Primary Healthcare, and Ghana Medical Trust Fund.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Many pedestrians in Accra continue to cross busy highways without using footbridges constructed at strategic locations, instead dodging traffic despite the infrastructure being available. Road traffic crashes remain a leading cause of injury and death, with pedestrians among the most vulnerable road users in Ghana.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson said government used an alternative funding source to raise ¢350 million for flood response after the constitutional emergency fund was blocked by a High Court garnishee order and rendered inaccessible.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Amnesty International has renewed its call on the government to pass the Anti-Witchcraft Accusations Bill, six years after the 2020 lynching of 90-year-old Akua Denteh at Kafaba in the Savannah Region. The organisation said the continued delay in passing the bill meant authorities had failed to protect hundreds of victims of witchcraft accusations across the country.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The government and the United Nations Population Fund have called for increased investment in Ghana's estimated 12 million young people, urging stakeholders to prioritise education, healthcare, skills development, employment, and entrepreneurship to harness the country's demographic dividend.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The West and Central Africa Regional Director of UNFPA urged parents and caregivers to provide adolescent girls with comprehensive sexual and reproductive health education to protect them from unintended pregnancies and maternal deaths, noting that more than 30 per cent of maternal mortality in the region is among adolescent girls and is preventable.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Food and Drugs Authority has shut down 59 food manufacturing and cold storage facilities across the East and West municipalities over the past two weeks following inspection exercises that uncovered serious hygiene and food safety breaches, including the use of untreated and algae-contaminated water in sachet water production and poor storage conditions for food products.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dave Green and Andrea Urmston became close friends while working at Manchester Airport before learning they were biological siblings separated by adoption over 30 years earlier. Andrea, who serviced vending machines, discovered the connection when Dave mentioned his adopted status and birth name, Proudlove — her maiden name — matching his birth date of 24 March 1966.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Acting Head of Research at the Ghana Mental Health Authority says cultural expressions like "men do not cry" prevent men from discussing stress, depression and other mental health challenges, and he has called on men to seek professional help when experiencing emotional distress.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Police in Tema intercepted a truck carrying 5,039 compressed parcels of suspected narcotic substances at Afienya following intelligence, arrested two suspects, and rejected an alleged GH¢150,000 bribe offered by one of them to secure the cargo's release.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A total of 128 students, teachers and chaperones from 32 Ghanaian schools will travel to Belgium, the Netherlands, France and Germany for a three-week educational and cultural exchange programme organised by Edibeck Consult and Summer Camps Holland. Participants aged seven to seventeen will engage in cultural workshops, museum visits, and sporting activities while showcasing Ghanaian culture and visiting the Ghana Embassy and European Parliament.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A national initiative to strengthen cybersecurity capacity of community media practitioners will launch on August 3, implemented by the Africa Centre for Digital Transformation in partnership with the Cyber Security Authority, with Czech Republic embassy support. The project aims to equip journalists, editors, broadcasters and bloggers with skills to report on cybersecurity issues, combat misinformation, and promote digital safety.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Economic Fighters League calls for Ghana to shift from procurement-driven spending to investment-focused development to tackle youth unemployment, which stood at 32 per cent among people aged 15–24 in 2024. The group warns that prolonged joblessness among the country's youthful population poses significant social and national security risks.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana Foundation constructed and equipped a 60-bed maternity and child health block at Keta Municipal Hospital, handed over in March 2024. The hospital administrator says the facility has improved access to maternal and neonatal healthcare, increased antenatal attendance, and helped reduce maternal and neonatal deaths in the municipality.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dr. Anim Boamah, Clinical Coordinator for Family Health University Medical School, urged healthcare practitioners to align professional excellence with integrity and ethical leadership to provide the best healthcare and build patient trust. He made the remarks during the launch of the 2026 Family Health University Medical Students Association week celebration in Accra.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The World Health Organisation has launched its PROTECT Technical Package for Drowning Prevention in Accra ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day, a global policy framework to help countries reduce drowning deaths, which claim an estimated 300,000 lives annually. The initiative brings together government, development partners, academia and civil society to strengthen policies and systems around water safety, addressing what WHO calls a neglected but preventable public health challenge.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Tertiary Education Commission has directed all tertiary institutions to stop making entrance examinations a compulsory requirement for admission, saying the practice undermines fairness and transparency and is inconsistent with the national admissions framework based on WASSCE results. Entrance examinations may only be used as supplementary assessment tools for highly competitive programmes and must never override WASSCE results or become mandatory.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
A debate over expensive graduation gifts in Ghana has highlighted how parents feel pressured to display their provision and meet societal expectations of what constitutes a "good parent," with financial hardship, demanding jobs, and fear of being labelled irresponsible driving some into debt.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Anim Boamah, Clinical Coordinator for the Family Health University Medical School, called on healthcare practitioners to align professional excellence with integrity and ethical leadership to build patient trust and effective healthcare delivery. He made the remarks during the launch of the 2026 Family Health University Medical Students Association week celebration in Accra.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II commended the Inspector-General of Police, the Ashanti Regional Police Command, and the IGP's Special Operations Team for their commitment to combating crime and ensuring peace. The Asantehene noted that intelligence-led operations have contributed to improving security in the Ashanti Region through reduction of drug trafficking, robbery, human trafficking and other criminal activities.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
A SEDAT Consult survey of 232 Ghanaian HR professionals found that 42.2% were dissatisfied with their current salaries, while 71.1% believe HR professionals in Ghana are generally underpaid and 64.7% say they receive lower remuneration than colleagues in finance, IT, engineering and operations.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 42-year-old Wa-based Imam, Ilyasu Kunateh, has been sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment with hard labour for the defilement of a 7-year-old boy. The court convicted him based on medical evidence and the child's testimony after he allegedly took the boy to a secluded area on January 17, 2026.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Coalition of Unemployed Trained Teachers 2023 has called on the Ghana Education Service to provide an official update on the 2026 teacher recruitment results after the latest deadline (July 24) announced by the Education Minister expired. The recruitment process has been delayed repeatedly, with previous deadlines of July 1 and July 20 also passing without the results being released.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has partnered with the University of Professional Studies, Accra to conduct a nationwide baseline survey on drug use to generate data for policy formulation and evidence-based interventions.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ashanti Regional Command of the Narcotics Control Commission organized a poetry competition on drug abuse for Drug Free Clubs in nine senior high schools as part of 2026 World Drug Day activities, with Kumasi Anglican SHS winning the event held under the theme "Drug Abuse, Causes and Effects."
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Education Service has announced that applicants can check their recruitment application status beginning Friday, July 24, through the official recruitment portal, with Pre-secondary applicants accessing results from 5:00 p.m. and Secondary sector applicants from 9:00 p.m. the same day.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command warned that anyone engaging in violence or acts disturbing the peace during this year's Homowo Festival will face the full rigours of the law. The command cautioned individuals involved in chieftaincy disputes, landguard activities, and student-related conflicts against using the festival to foment trouble, and noted recurring tensions particularly over disputes on who has traditional authority to sprinkle kpokpoi, a key Homowo ritual.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Hannah and Max pool their salaries into a joint account and split household costs equally, each taking the same monthly personal spending allowance despite significant income differences. The couple, who came from different family backgrounds regarding money, prioritize financial transparency and divide their money into separate pots for savings and predictable expenses.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Concerned National Service Association of Ghana has given the National Service Personnel Association (NASPA) a two-week ultimatum to account for and refund an estimated GH¢4.2 million allegedly deducted from the allowances of national service personnel without consent, or face legal action.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Teaching Council has released registration procedures and examination dates for the 2026 Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination. Registration opens August 1 and closes August 21, with the examination scheduled for September 14–16, 2026.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the Institute for Education Studies has questioned whether the government can eliminate the double-track system in Senior High Schools by 2027, arguing that World Bank funding and procurement timelines do not align with the announced deadline. The government plans to use a US$300 million World Bank-supported STARR-J project to upgrade 50 major schools and expand facilities.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tema Regional Police Command has warned that anyone who engages in violence or acts capable of disturbing the peace during this year's Homowo Festival will face the full rigours of the law. The Command cautioned individuals involved in chieftaincy disputes, landguard activities and student-related conflicts against using the festival as an opportunity to foment trouble, and noted recurring tensions particularly over disputes regarding who has the traditional authority to sprinkle kpokpoi, a key Homowo ritual.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cyber Security Authority has issued an alert over rising online scams in which cybercriminals alter contact details of legitimate restaurants on Google Search and Maps to defraud customers. The CSA recorded 112 cases between January and June 2026, compared with 61 cases in the same period of 2025, with losses increasing from GH¢84,592 to GH¢296,083.68.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Flood Mitigation Task Force has begun demolishing structures illegally built on waterways and dredging drains in flood-prone Accra communities, including work at Tesa Dam in East Legon, to restore water flow ahead of the rainy season.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Mr Yaw Kwarteng died at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital on 15th April 2026 after a short illness. Funeral rites are scheduled for Saturday, 25th July 2026, at his residence in Dansoman-Sahara, with interment at his hometown, Hiawu-Besease.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A 42-year-old self-styled Imam in Wa has been convicted and sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment in hard labour for sexually abusing a 7-year-old boy who lived nearby. The Wa High Court verdict was described as highly expedited and sends a warning to child abusers in Upper West, where authorities report rising cases of child molestation.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review shows the government has maintained fiscal commitment to education without seeking supplementary budgets, but the review omits important policy commitments announced in the original 2026 Budget Statement, leaving a partial account of the education reform agenda.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection led a monitoring visit to schools in Greater Accra to evaluate the implementation of the Ghana School Feeding Programme, assessing meal quality and stakeholder engagement. The team expressed satisfaction with meal standards and described the programme as a critical social protection intervention aimed at improving school attendance and learning outcomes.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Flood Mitigation Task Force led by the Deputy Chief of Staff has begun a phased dredging, desilting and demolition exercise across Accra, removing properties along waterways, poorly engineered bridges, and structures that encroach on water channels. The operation started at New England near the airport and continued to the Tesa Dam in East Legon and Oyarifa, where illegal retaining walls and other unauthorised structures were demolished to address siltation and flooding vulnerability.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Media personality MC Mr. Hanson said on Joy Prime's The Brotherhood that pastors should stop teaching sex before marriage is wrong, arguing couples need to discuss sexual compatibility, expectations and boundaries before marriage to avoid conflict later. The panel also discussed HIV testing, trust and communication in relationships, with other participants stressing the importance of medical facts and avoiding stigma around HIV diagnosis.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital blood bank is appealing for voluntary donations to prevent shortage, as rising road traffic accidents deplete supplies that are used for more than 100 pints daily. Officials note that a recent donation exercise at a secondary school yielded 300 pints, enough for only about two days given current demand.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Minister for Education says the National Standardized Test is intended to identify learning gaps and inform teaching improvements, rather than determine whether pupils pass or fail. The assessment will help teachers and education authorities provide targeted support to pupils who require additional academic help.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bills Micro Credit has donated GH¢350,000 to support the 2026 Ga Homowo Health Walk scheduled for Saturday, August 1, including cash, branded shirts, beverages and logistics. The event will offer free health screening and entertainment featuring popular Ga artistes.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The International Justice Mission Ghana, partnering with government and justice agencies, completed a two-day training programme for child protection and justice professionals on trauma-informed care, focusing on survivor-centred responses, understanding trauma's impact, and reducing re-traumatisation while strengthening inter-agency collaboration.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital blood bank is calling for voluntary blood donations to prevent shortages, as rising road traffic accidents strain reserves. The facility uses more than 100 pints daily, and a recent donation drive at a school yielded 300 pints, enough to last approximately two days.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority says it is working to reduce public reliance on intermediaries known as "Goro Boys" by expanding access to its services across the country. The DVLA CEO stated the approach is to regulate these intermediaries while improving direct access to DVLA services, as many customers resort to them because of distance and cost barriers to official offices.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Herbal medicine experts have urged the government to establish a single national standard for herbal medicines and review the implementation of Ghana's Essential Herbal Medicines List, citing inconsistencies in regulation and procurement that are hindering industry growth. The General Secretary of the Ghana Federation of Traditional Medicine Practitioners Associations called for the Ghana Standards Authority to develop uniform standards to be adopted by the FDA, the Traditional Medicine Practice Council, and industry players.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's cycle of emergency flood response must shift to science-based planning and early warning systems. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has proposed a strategy combining immediate interventions—drain desiltation and sanitation enforcement—with medium and long-term investments to reduce disaster impact.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority says its newly introduced vehicle inspection technology has detected and seized more than 130 vehicles suspected to be cloned or linked to duty evasion. The DVLA CEO said the cloning detection machines verify authenticity of vehicle chassis numbers and trace vehicle history to tackle fraudulent activities in vehicle registration.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Chargé d'Affaires called for increased investment and policy support to strengthen Ghana's creative sector, citing the need for sustainable structures, intellectual property protection, and financing to help creatives compete globally. The remarks came at the closing of the Creative Economy Summit Ghana 2026 in Accra, which brought together filmmakers, investors and government officials.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The US Embassy's Chargé d'Affaires told Ghana's government that policies on tax structures, intellectual property protection, and production financing are essential to capture the full value of the country's creative industry and attract investment.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Speaking at the Creative Economy Summit, actress and producer Joselyn Dumas has urged investors to fund Ghana's film industry, citing lack of capital as the primary obstacle. She noted that filmmakers have turned to self-funding due to high bank loan interest rates of 40%, and argued that investors should consider the cultural impact of film alongside financial returns.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Paramount Chief of Teshie has assured residents and visitors that the 2026 Teshie Homowo Festival will be celebrated with improved security arrangements, stronger government collaboration, and renewed community unity following tragic events at last year's festivities. He also revealed that Ghana's Parliament has formally recognised the cultural and economic importance of the festival for the first time.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Garden and Flower Movement unveiled the theme for the 14th Ghana Garden and Flower Show as "Green Means Business, Beauty and More," emphasizing that flowers and green spaces serve as symbols of national identity and foundations for sustainable economic development, innovation, tourism, and climate resilience.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Presidential Director of Diaspora Affairs has urged increased investment in capacity-building programmes for Ghana's creative industry, noting that many creatives focus on talent but overlook the business skills needed to build sustainable enterprises. He called for similar initiatives to expand beyond interior design to cover fashion, film, and music sectors.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Armed Forces reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peace, national unity and social cohesion at the media launch of the 2026 Teshie Homowo Festival, with a military representative commending government and traditional authorities for preserving Ghana's cultural heritage.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's High Commissioner to the UK, H.E. Sabah Zito Benson, assured Team Ghana of full support from the Ghana High Commission as the country competes at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. She noted that the athletes have worked hard and deserve backing from the government and people of Ghana, with the High Commission staff on standby if needed.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal have signed 24-year-old Greece forward Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge on a long-term contract for £34m. Tzolis scored 43 goals and provided 45 assists in 108 appearances for Club Brugge before joining the Premier League champions.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Newcastle United have agreed to sign Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba for up to £34m on a long-term contract. The 20-year-old Frenchman, who has made 12 competitive starts for Monaco, is due to undergo a medical on Thursday as part of Newcastle's shift toward signing younger continental players.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal are set to make a £70m offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, with talks ongoing, though Newcastle sources insist they have no intention of selling and have received no direct approach from the Gunners.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Norwegian Football Federation is considering filing a formal complaint to FIFA's ethics committee over the decision to suspend US forward Folarin Balogun's automatic one-match ban after he received a straight red card, following an intervention by US President Donald Trump. The federation will decide on filing the complaint at its next board meeting.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Jurgen Klopp, appointed Germany's head coach on a four-year deal, warned he will quit if the media does not respect his family's privacy, calling the role "the absolutely high point" of his coaching career and his first job since leaving Liverpool in 2024.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian swimmer Abeku Jackson set a new national record in the men's 50m backstroke at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a time of 26.48 seconds, qualifying for the semi-finals as a reserve and improving on the previous record of 26.84 seconds.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Ato Forson said the government will recover GHS58 million it spent to support the Black Stars' preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup once FIFA pays the team's World Cup appearance fee. Forson explained that the government had to fund the team's preparations before FIFA's payment arrived.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association confirmed the 2026/27 Premier League season schedule, with Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak's first Super Clash meeting on Matchday 13 (December 4–7, 2026) and the return fixture on Matchday 30 (April 30–May 3, 2027).
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Abdul Wahib Omar will launch Team Ghana's boxing campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow against England's Patris Mughalzai in the men's 65kg preliminary round. Omar, who won bronze at Birmingham 2022, leads a contingent of 10 Ghanaian boxers aiming to add to Ghana's boxing legacy.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Coach Kasim Ocansey Mingle's technical team has selected the first batch of players identified through a nationwide talent scouting tour to report for final screening at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. A second batch will follow, with players impressing in both phases invited to the final selection stage beginning August 2, 2026.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Major League Soccer is reviewing a tampering allegation against Inter Miami after the club signed Brazil midfielder Casemiro, 34, from Manchester United on a deal running to the end of 2027 with an option to extend to June 2029. The investigation concerns discovery rights, which gave LA Galaxy first refusal to sign Casemiro, though Inter Miami and the Galaxy have reached a settlement pending the tampering review's conclusion.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Norwegian Football Federation is considering filing a formal complaint to FIFA's ethics committee over the suspension of Folarin Balogun's one-match ban, which was suspended for 12 months after US President Donald Trump's intervention. Federation president Lise Klaveness said the decision to include the Balogun case in an existing inquiry about FIFA's peace prize award to Trump would be made at the federation's next board meeting.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Barcelona have signed German winger Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on a contract until 2031, with media reports valuing the deal at €22 million plus add-ons. The 24-year-old reunites with Barcelona coach Hansi Flick, who gave him his Germany senior debut.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Arsenal have signed Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34m on a long-term contract. The 24-year-old Greece international scored 43 goals and provided 45 assists in 108 appearances for Brugge and joins after Leandro Trossard's departure to Besiktas.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
English heptathlon champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow due to an ongoing injury, prioritising recovery ahead of the European Championships later this month. Nine England athletics athletes have withdrawn in total, including Olympic medallists Dina Asher-Smith, Daryll Neita, Matthew Hudson-Smith and Amber Anning.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Bank of Africa has committed to sponsor Multimedia Group Limited's coverage of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, funding an all-expenses-paid trip for one journalist. The Black Queens will compete in the tournament starting July 26, facing Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in their group stage.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Sports Fund Administrator says the country has abundant sporting talent but needs long-term investment to transform gifted young athletes into internationally successful professionals who can contribute to national wealth and development through their earnings and community investment.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Sports Fund Administrator says the Fund seeks to establish sustainable financing for sports development and reposition sports from recreation into a wealth-creating industry capable of supporting athletes, coaches and sports entrepreneurs throughout their careers.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund says Ghana must invest strategically in infrastructure, athlete development and sustainable financing to become Africa's leading destination for major sporting competitions, citing Morocco, Kenya and South Africa as models.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's women's football team won 4-0 against Malawi in their final friendly before the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Doris Boaduwaa scored three goals and Sharon Sampson added one in Casablanca, with Ghana set to face Cape Verde, Cameroon and Mali at the tournament.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams confirmed that Ghana's Black Queens, Black Princesses, Black Satellites, and Black Maidens are owed outstanding winning and qualification bonuses, while the Black Stars have had their 2023–2025 qualifying bonuses cleared ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The government is working to settle the arrears, with delays partly attributed to new Sports Act provisions requiring percentage deductions for a national sports development fund.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Newcastle United have reached an agreement to sign Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba in a deal worth up to £34 million, with the 20-year-old French midfielder expected to complete his move after a medical. The move reflects Newcastle's focus on recruiting emerging talent, with Bamba becoming the club's fourth signing of the summer.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Tophic Abdul Kadir, senior manager in charge of communications, has been appointed media officer for the 2026 WAFU Zone B U20 Championship in Ivory Coast from July 26 to August 10. This is his fourth media appointment at a WAFU Zone B flagship tournament.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Aston Villa have signed Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho on loan until the end of the 2026-27 season, with the move becoming permanent next summer should certain criteria be met, including appearance thresholds that Chelsea believe are easily reachable.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian boxer Abdul Wahid Omar lost via unanimous points defeat to England's Patris Mughalzai in the men's 65kg event at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, marking a first round exit. It was Omar's fourth Commonwealth Games appearance, having won two bronze medals in previous editions.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has named a final 25-player squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with seven players making their first tournament appearance. Ghana faces Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in Group D.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Basketball superstar LeBron James announced he will join the Philadelphia 76ers next season, stating the team will be his last in his career after eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 41-year-old was sought by several other teams including the Cavaliers, Warriors, Timberwolves, and Heat.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Etihad Airways has notified Ghana's Government of plans to begin direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Accra in 2027, expected to improve air travel and boost trade, tourism, and investment. Ghana's transport minister assured the airline of government support and encouraged it to explore partnership opportunities in re-establishing Ghana's national airline.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana produces between 1.1 and 1.3 million tonnes of plastic waste each year, representing 12 to 14 per cent of the country's municipal solid waste, with only 10 to 15 per cent collected for recycling, according to studies by the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology and the EPA.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three men in Nigeria have been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to offences linked to kidnappings of pupils and teachers in Oyo state. They admitted to concealing information about those behind the attacks and confessed to being members of an affiliate of Boko Haram.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ireland is to provide €125m in support to Ukraine next year, including €100m for non-lethal military equipment and €25m for energy infrastructure restoration, bringing total Irish support since 2022 to more than €670m. The announcement was made as Taoiseach Micheál Martin visited Kyiv to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
BAE Systems boss warns the UK has been complacent about foreign attack risk and says defence spending must increase beyond current plans to meet a 3.5% GDP target by 2035. He notes that Russia and Ukraine have become adept at using autonomous weapons like drones, and that the UK must develop counter-capabilities.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Italy's Football Federation approached Carlo Ancelotti, currently Brazil's manager, before holding talks with Pep Guardiola to fill the national team head coach position vacant since Gennaro Gattuso's resignation in April.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Armed bandits on motorcycles killed at least 24 farmers and wounded several others in an attack on remote farming villages in Zamfara state's Sauna district on Tuesday. The gunmen travelled nearly 50 km along a key trade route, rustled livestock, and the attack lasted about three hours, residents told Reuters.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The UN human rights office has called for an investigation into reports of torture and killing of surrendering Malian soldiers during an ambush by insurgents and separatists in northern Mali on Saturday, saying such actions would amount to a war crime. A source close to the Azawad Liberation Front reported more than 50 pro-government fighters were killed, though Reuters could not independently confirm the toll.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama and Tanzanian President Hassan held a bilateral meeting in Accra to strengthen ties between the two nations. They called for the establishment of a Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation and an increase in trade volumes, with Ghana offering to share its mining sector experience with Tanzania.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama and Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh held bilateral talks in Accra, discussing strengthened ties between the two countries. Mahama highlighted Ethiopia's afforestation programme as a model Ghana could learn from and thanked Ethiopia for supporting Ghana's UN General Assembly Resolution on slavery.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama held talks with Ronald Lamola, South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation and Special Envoy of President Cyril Ramaphosa, regarding recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Mahama said Ghana had submitted a petition to the African Union Commission over the attacks and stressed the importance of addressing the issue at the continental level rather than avoiding it.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Ghanaian-Belgian travel advisor has called on the African Union to impose sanctions on South Africa over persistent xenophobic attacks against other African nationals, arguing that until proportionate sanctions are applied, the attacks and lawlessness targeting migrants will continue. He urged continental leaders to intensify public education and cautioned prospective travellers against fraudulent visa agents.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A couple in the Philippines married in knee-deep floodwaters during Typhoon Wipha on 22 July 2025; photojournalist Aaron Favila's images of the wedding went viral and won a World Press Photo 2026 prize in April 2026.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
British retail sales volumes rose 1.0% in June, exceeding economist forecasts, as shoppers increased spending on air conditioning and clothing during hot weather and the World Cup. Online sales reached their highest share since April 2021 at 29.4% in the three months to June.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prominent Washington appellate attorney Thomas Goldstein faces sentencing for concealing millions in poker winnings and lying on mortgage documents. Prosecutors sought over eight years in prison and $3.1 million in restitution for unpaid taxes; a jury convicted him in February after he pleaded not guilty.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The US military has conducted strikes on Iran for the 13th consecutive night, with Iranian state media reporting four killed and five injured. President Trump said he would use frozen Iranian assets to fund damage to ships caused by attacks, while Iran's Foreign Minister condemned the threat as an incendiary precedent.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Hong Wang and Yu Deng became the first Chinese to win the Fields Medal, regarded as mathematics' equivalent of the Nobel Prize, for solving problems that have baffled mathematicians for more than a century. Wang, 35, is only the third woman to receive the honour.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
French authorities have ordered evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula with hundreds fleeing by boat as a wildfire consumes 8,700 hectares in the Gironde region. Spain has also declared a national emergency as wildfires burn near Madrid, while a separate major fire in France's Landes region has prompted evacuation of more than 23,000 people.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Twenty-five Ghanaians who travelled to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026 submitted asylum applications, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. They were among 175 asylum claims made by foreign visitors from 26,111 people who had received temporary residence approval linked to the tournament.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Captain Ibrahim Traore, President of Burkina Faso, has sent a high-powered delegation led by his Ambassador to Ghana to the Gbewaa Palace to mourn the late Ndan Ya Naa Abukari II. The delegation emphasised the long-standing historical and ancestral ties between Dagbon and the Mossi Kingdom of Burkina Faso, both tracing their roots to a common ancestor, Naa Gbewaa.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Irish police stopped a vehicle near Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, on Wednesday containing an "extremely significant" bomb described as military-grade explosives with a detonator, which gardaí sources said was intended for use as an under-car bomb in Northern Ireland. Two people were arrested.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Over 5,300 people have died and more than 16,500 were injured in powerful twin earthquakes that devastated Venezuela's northern coastline; tens of thousands remain missing and families continue searching for loved ones.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Ishmael Yamson, a member of Ghana's Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy, told the Kgalema Motlanthe Winter Seminar 2026 that Africa's economic transformation depends on the ability of people, skills and ideas to move freely across borders, and that well-managed migration has historically been a major driver of economic growth and regional integration.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The International Criminal Court has voted to dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan, elected in 2021, over alleged sexual misconduct involving a junior staff member and attempts to obstruct her complaint. Khan has denied the allegations, with his lawyers calling the suspension procedurally unfair, while supporters worry the scandal could weaken the permanent war-crimes tribunal.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Ishmael Yamson, a member of Ghana's Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy, said at the Kgalema Motlanthe Winter Seminar 2026 in Johannesburg that Africa's economic transformation requires the free movement of people, skills and ideas across borders, arguing that well-managed migration has historically driven growth and regional integration.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A report by the Institute for Security Studies and the University of Johannesburg found that immigrants, who make up 6.5% of South Africa's population, contribute 9% to GDP and have a positive net fiscal impact. The report attributed social ills in South Africa to poor governance and corruption rather than immigration, and noted that politicians and anti-immigrant groups have exaggerated immigrant numbers.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A new framework for internal communication in Africa argues that employee resistance to change stems not from poor communication but from messages that fail to reflect cultural realities. The framework proposes that effective internal communication should begin with understanding employees' cultural beliefs, family responsibilities, respect for authority, religious values and communal relationships.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Africa's next economic frontier will be built by transforming accumulated knowledge into institutions that enable enterprise and create shared prosperity, rather than by discovering new resources. The challenge is no longer discovering what works, but converting that knowledge into institutions capable of attracting investment and enabling enterprise.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An editorial argues that Africa's development is hindered not by politics itself but by "politicking"—the prioritization of party survival and factional victory over national interest and problem-solving. The piece distinguishes between politics as a noble tool for organizing society and politicking as a destructive end in itself.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An editorial argues that effective internal communication in African organizations must begin with understanding employees' cultural contexts—their beliefs, lived experiences, family responsibilities, respect for authority, religious values, and communal relationships—rather than relying on standard communication plans alone, as outlined in the forthcoming ACCRA Framework for Internal Communication and Change Management.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A satirical editorial criticizes how social media commentary and public opinion have already rendered verdicts on the Wontumi case before the actual court proceedings have concluded, describing the "comment section" as the republic's de facto largest courtroom.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Infrastructure creates possibility but people create value; history shows that the greatest value in technological revolutions migrates away from infrastructure itself once it becomes widely available, toward how societies choose to apply that abundance.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →