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Politics

Supreme Court case may enable Mahama to seek third presidential term

The News

A Supreme Court case (Kenneth Kwabena Agyei Kuranchie v The Attorney-General) seeks to interpret Article 66(2) of the 1992 Constitution on whether a president defeated after one term can serve two consecutive terms upon subsequent election—a provision that would effectively allow President Mahama, sworn in again on 7 January 2025, to seek a third term. The plaintiff has denied the action is aimed at securing a third term for Mahama, though the case's substance would open that possibility.

7 hours ago · Joy Online →

Politics

  1. Supreme Court case may enable Mahama to seek third presidential term

    A Supreme Court case (Kenneth Kwabena Agyei Kuranchie v The Attorney-General) seeks to interpret Article 66(2) of the 1992 Constitution on whether a president defeated after one term can serve two consecutive terms upon subsequent election—a provision that would effectively allow President Mahama, sworn in again on 7 January 2025, to seek a third term. The plaintiff has denied the action is aimed at securing a third term for Mahama, though the case's substance would open that possibility.

    7 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Government adopts six regulations to operationalise EPA Act 1124

    The government has announced six new regulations to facilitate implementation of the Environmental Protection Authority Act 2025, covering Environmental Assessment, Effluent Management, Air Quality, Ozone Protection, Petroleum Operations, and Certification of Air Conditioners. The EPA is training staff and stakeholders, and plans to recruit additional personnel and establish new district offices to strengthen environmental enforcement.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  3. Ghana's fiscal consolidation leaves GH¢30.7bn in critical spending unfulfilled

    The Centre for Policy Scrutiny reports that Ghana's government has left GH¢30.7 billion in critical public spending unfulfilled over the past 18 months while pursuing fiscal consolidation, as lower-than-budgeted expenditure achieved deficit reduction but prevented many government agencies from completing planned capital projects.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  4. Supreme Court abolishes delegate system for party primaries

    Ghana's Supreme Court ruled the delegate system used by political parties to elect presidential and parliamentary candidates unconstitutional, requiring all registered members in good standing to participate directly instead. A governance expert cautioned that while the decision may broaden participation, it is unlikely to reduce the influence of money in internal party elections.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online →

  5. Minority says 2026 budget review shows unfulfilled job promises

    Ghana's parliamentary minority has criticized the 2026 budget review, stating that government promises on job creation and economic policy are not aligned with implementation. The MP for Atiwa East noted a close to GH₵2 billion shortfall in total revenue and grants, citing weak domestic consumption and reduced VAT and excise duty collections.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  6. NDC's 24-hour economy policy abandoned, says Oforikrom MP

    The Member of Parliament for Oforikrom has criticized the government's 24-hour economy policy as "dead on arrival," arguing that the NDC has abandoned a key 2024 campaign promise and that a 24-hour economy cannot be created through policy alone because it is demand-driven. He questioned the government's commitment, noting there is no clear budgetary allocation to support implementation.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  7. Parliament has not approved fiscal devices project, Oppong Nkrumah warns

    The Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee warned private sector partners that Parliament has not yet approved any specific company, contract amount, or implementation schedule for the government's fiscal electronic devices project. Oppong Nkrumah said the Minority opposed Parliament approving a multi-year commitment without critical details such as total cost, duration, contractor identity, and year-by-year fiscal impact.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  8. Parliament needs full details before approving multi-year tax deal

    Ranking Member Kojo Oppong Nkrumah warned that Parliament cannot approve multi-year financial commitments without disclosure of details such as total cost, duration, contractor, and yearly fiscal impact. The Minority opposed parliamentary approval for rollout of fiscal electronic devices because key information about the transaction was not provided.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Minority rejects fiscal devices approval without cost details

    Parliament's Minority caucus rejected a request to approve a multi-year commitment for rolling out fiscal electronic devices, calling it a "blank cheque" because the government's request lacked information on project cost, timeline, contractor, and yearly financial impacts.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. German Chancellor Merz faces pressure after cabinet reshuffle

    Friedrich Merz's standing has been damaged by a fractious cabinet reshuffle that sparked anger in his CDU/CSU bloc, as his conservative party trails the far-right AfD in polls and faces state elections in September. Only 15% of Germans are satisfied with Merz's performance, and the AfD has overtaken his party on perceived competence.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Oppong Nkrumah threatens RTI action over undisclosed revenue deals

    The Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee says the Minority will use the Right to Information Act and seek court orders if necessary to obtain contracts and documents on government revenue-related agreements that he says have not been disclosed to Parliament. He opposes parliamentary approval of a multi-year fiscal electronic devices commitment without details on cost, duration, contractors, and fiscal impact.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Supreme Court strikes delegate system unconstitutional nationwide

    Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5–2 that the delegate system used by political parties in internal elections is unconstitutional, directing all parties to adopt inclusive processes allowing every member in good standing to vote directly for presidential and parliamentary candidates, with one year to amend their constitutions to comply.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  13. Supreme Court affirms OSP independent prosecution power, AG retains termination authority

    Ghana's Supreme Court has ruled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor can independently investigate and prosecute corruption offences, but the Attorney-General retains constitutional power to discontinue such prosecutions through nolle prosequi. The seven-member panel rejected a challenge to the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act 2017, which grants the agency prosecutorial authority without prior Attorney-General approval.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  14. Dome-Kwabenya MP condemns road encroachment and illegal development

    The Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Faustina Elikplim Akurugu, has expressed concern over increasing encroachment on public roads and critical infrastructure in parts of the constituency during an inspection tour, describing it as a threat to ongoing development projects. The MP stressed that public roads must be preserved for the benefit of all residents and criticised poor coordination between utility providers, citing misplaced electricity poles.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  15. NDPC outlines coordination strategy for Ghana's urban policy

    The Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission has outlined an implementation strategy for Ghana's Revised National Urban Policy (2026–2035), emphasizing strong institutional coordination, monitoring and accountability. The revised policy aims to make Ghana's cities and towns more liveable, resilient and productive, addressing gaps in coordination, implementation and monitoring identified from the previous 2012 National Urban Policy, which achieved about 50 per cent of its targets.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  16. Supreme Court affirms OSP's constitutional validity

    The Supreme Court unanimously upheld the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017, as consistent with the 1992 Constitution, while ruling that the Attorney-General retains constitutional power to discontinue OSP prosecutions.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  17. Supreme Court rules delegate system unconstitutional, mandates one-member-one-vote

    Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5–2 that all registered party members in good standing must be allowed to vote in internal party elections, overturning the long-standing delegate system and requiring a shift to one-member-one-vote elections for party leaders and candidates. The ruling affects presidential, parliamentary and executive primaries conducted by Ghana's major political parties.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  18. NDC warns Mahama against pardoning Wontumi

    NDC's James Agbey has urged President Mahama not to grant clemency to NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), warning that such a move could provoke grassroots backlash. Agbey dismissed recent appeals for presidential mercy as premature, arguing that Wontumi has not yet served sufficient time and the NPP remains divided on whether to accept his conviction.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  19. NPP senior warns NDC risks 2028 defeat over unfulfilled promises

    Yaw Osafo-Maafo, a former NPP Senior Presidential Advisor, cautioned that the NDC government faces electoral rejection in 2028 if it fails to deliver on campaign pledges, suggesting voters will assess performance and could remove the party from power. Akyem Oda MP Alexander Akwasi Acquah cited strong turnout at NPP constituency elections as evidence of party members' commitment to reorganizing and supporting Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's comeback bid.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  20. NPP inaugurates elections committee for national conference

    The New Patriotic Party has inaugurated its National Elections Committee, chaired by former Suhum MP Frederick Opare-Ansah, to oversee preparations for the party's National Conference and election of national officers.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  21. Ghanaian delegate elected Education Minister at Commonwealth Youth Parliament

    Titus Owusu Darko, Ghana's delegate to the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, has been elected Education Minister in the New Albion Parliament. He will lead debates on education policies and government positions on education sector issues during the parliamentary simulation.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  22. Ghanaian youth elected Crossbench Whip at Commonwealth Youth Parliament

    Precious Akos Agrobesa, Ghana's representative at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, has been elected Crossbench Whip for the Green Justice Movement. She will coordinate the group's activities and help shape its position on an Artificial Intelligence and Democratic Integrity Bill ahead of parliamentary debate.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  23. Vice President reaffirms commitment to strengthening justice sector

    Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening Ghana's justice sector, stating that an effective and independent judiciary is essential to safeguarding democracy and driving national development. She made the remarks at the launch of activities marking the 150th anniversary of the Judicial Service.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  24. CPS urges government to intensify domestic revenue mobilisation

    The Centre for Policy Scrutiny has called on government to boost domestic revenue collection through measures including mandatory Tax Identification Numbers for public services, VAT compliance reforms, and AI-driven customs revenue systems, while improving budget execution and fiscal transparency.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  25. Court denies Faiza Seidu-Wuni travel permission for son's UK medical care

    The High Court has dismissed an application by Faiza Seidu-Wuni to travel to the United Kingdom for her son's medical treatment, ruling she had not demonstrated the child could not receive the required care in Ghana. The decision means she must remain in the country and comply with travel restrictions imposed as part of her bail conditions in the ongoing criminal case against her and her husband, former NAFCO CEO Abdul Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  26. Naval Chief urges science, innovation investment in military healthcare

    The Chief of the Naval Staff has called for sustained investment in science, technology and innovation in military healthcare to keep the Ghana Armed Forces aligned with evolving healthcare demands and modern military operations. He made the remarks during a cocktail reception for Naval officers at the 37 Military Hospital, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, professional development, and upholding discipline and integrity.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  27. NDC welcomes Supreme Court delegate system ruling, confirms readiness

    The National Democratic Congress says it welcomes the Supreme Court's ruling declaring Ghana's political party delegate system unconstitutional and is prepared to comply. The party's Deputy Director of IT and Elections stated the NDC has the membership data and structures needed to transition to a more inclusive electoral system and has prior experience with a similar model piloted between 2014 and 2015.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  28. Supreme Court ruling does not invalidate OSP's past actions

    A private legal practitioner has clarified that the Supreme Court's unanimous dismissal of a constitutional challenge to the Office of the Special Prosecutor's prosecutorial powers does not invalidate any of the anti-graft body's past actions or court proceedings. The ruling affirms that the Attorney General retains exclusive authority to prosecute criminal offences, while the OSP may exercise prosecutorial powers with necessary authorisation.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  29. GRDA warns against buying railway lands from unauthorised sellers

    The Ghana Railway Development Authority has warned the public not to purchase or lease railway lands and buildings from individuals without official approval, citing reports of illegal sales and leases in the Western, Western North and Ashanti Regions. The Authority stated such transactions violate the Railways Act and other laws, and will not be recognised or regularised.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online →

  30. Deputy AG doubts authenticity of ex-NAFCo boss's medical excuse

    The Deputy Attorney General told the High Court he has reason to doubt the medical document presented by lawyers for Hanan Abdul-Wahab, former National Food Buffer Stock Company boss, to explain his absence from trial. The Deputy AG argued the document lacked sufficient medical detail such as diagnosis or condition, and noted recent concerns including the accused's attempted arrest at the airport.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  31. Supreme Court ruling preserves AG's prosecutorial oversight of OSP

    The Supreme Court unanimously dismissed a constitutional challenge to the Office of the Special Prosecutor's powers, preserving the Attorney General's constitutional authority over prosecutions. Barker-Vormawor says the ruling underscores the need for constitutional reforms to grant the OSP fuller independence, though it should not be seen as a setback for anti-corruption efforts.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  32. Abuakwa South MP questions missing hospital project updates

    Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, an MP on Parliament's Health Committee, has criticised the government for failing to provide updates on major healthcare infrastructure projects in the Mid-Year Budget Review, including three regional hospitals, new hospitals at Bole and Sampa, and 10 Agenda 111 hospitals promised in the 2026 Budget.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  33. State burial for late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho set for July 31

    Government has announced a state funeral for the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, to be held at the forecourt of Jubilee House on Friday, July 31, 2026, in recognition of his decades of service as a distinguished diplomat including roles as Ghana's Foreign Minister, UN Special Representative for Somalia, and President of the ECOWAS Commission.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  34. Court halts Adwoa Safo's funeral arrangements for Kwadwo Safo Kantanka

    An Accra High Court has granted a 10-day interim injunction restraining former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo from proceeding with funeral and burial arrangements for the late Apostle Professor Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, following an application by the Kristo Asafo Mission. The order temporarily halts the funeral scheduled for July 30 and 31, 2026, amid a family dispute over who has authority to oversee arrangements and implement the deceased's final wishes.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  35. Mpraeso MP welcomes Supreme Court ruling on OSP and AG powers

    Davis Ansah Opoku, MP for Mpraeso, has welcomed the Supreme Court's affirmation of the constitutional roles of the Office of the Special Prosecutor and the Attorney-General, describing it as strengthening Ghana's governance architecture. He stressed that the OSP has a critical anti-corruption role while the Attorney-General must exercise constitutional powers responsibly, and called for public scrutiny of the AG's power of nolle prosequi as an indicator of government commitment to fighting corruption.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  36. Gary Nimako questions cost of expanded party primaries

    The New Patriotic Party's Director of Legal Affairs has questioned who will bear the cost of conducting presidential and parliamentary primaries following the Supreme Court's ruling that all members in good standing should vote in party elections. He noted that allowing all members to vote would increase the cost of organising internal party elections.

    13 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  37. Supreme Court strikes down political party delegate system

    Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5-2 that the delegate system used by political parties to elect presidential and parliamentary candidates is unconstitutional, ordering all parties to allow every registered card-bearing member to participate in primaries instead of limiting voting to delegates.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  38. NPP inaugurates national elections committee for officers' poll

    The New Patriotic Party has inaugurated its National Elections Committee, to be chaired by former MP Frederick Opare-Ansah, to oversee the election of the party's national officers at its National Conference. The committee will plan, organise, supervise and conduct the elections.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  39. NPP Ashanti Chairman Wontumi appeals conviction and sentence

    Lawyers for New Patriotic Party Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako have filed an appeal at the Court of Appeal challenging his conviction and prison sentence, raising more than 20 grounds including arguments that the conviction lacked sufficient evidence and that the trial court misinterpreted mineral rights law.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  40. Legal expert questions Supreme Court delegate system ruling

    Kofi Bentil, Vice President of IMANI Africa, has questioned the Supreme Court's 5-2 decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional, arguing that representation is fundamental to democracy and that suggesting representation is unconstitutional is "quite weird." The Court ruled that all registered, card-bearing members of political parties must be allowed to vote in primaries, requiring parties to conduct "One Member, One Vote" elections instead of relying on a limited number of delegates.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  41. State funeral set for former Foreign Minister Gbeho

    Ghana will hold a state funeral for late former Foreign Affairs Minister James Victor Gbeho on July 31, 2026, at the State House in Accra. The diplomat served as Chief Director and Deputy Minister in the Foreign Affairs Ministry, UN Special Representative for Somalia, and President of the ECOWAS Commission.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  42. Supreme Court rules delegate system for candidate selection unconstitutional

    Ghana's Supreme Court has declared that the delegate system used by political parties to elect presidential and parliamentary candidates violates the 1992 Constitution, directing all parties to adopt a more inclusive process allowing every eligible member to vote within one year. The 5-2 majority ruling held that restricting voting rights to delegates, executives, and party officials breaches Article 55(5) of the Constitution.

    15 hours ago · The Chronicle →

  43. Ghana must treat peace as continuous investment – UN envoy

    UN Special Representative Hannah Tetteh warned Ghana not to take its peace and security for granted, noting that instability in neighbouring countries demonstrates how quickly situations can change. She linked regional stability to economic development and stressed the need for stronger West African cooperation on emerging security risks.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  44. High Court orders Attorney-General to disclose trial documents

    The Accra High Court has directed the Office of the Attorney-General to disclose all additional documents relevant to the criminal case against former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, following an application by his counsel. Mr Aludiba faces charges of stealing, defrauding by false pretences, causing financial loss to the State, and money laundering related to his tenure at the National Food Buffer Stock Company.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  45. AU credibility threatened by member states' weak implementation

    UN Special Representative Hannah Tetteh warned that the African Union's effectiveness is weakened when member states fail to implement collectively agreed decisions. According to former AU Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat, about 93 per cent of AU decisions taken between 2021 and 2023 were not implemented, a problem rooted in member states' limited political commitment rather than the commission itself.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  46. Africa must pursue bold integration to maintain global influence

    Ambassador D.K. Osei, president of the Ghana Council on Foreign Relations, called for bold and visionary leadership across Africa, warning that the continent risks losing its influence in an evolving global order unless leaders deepen integration and speak with one voice on international issues. He argued that achieving Agenda 2063 development aspirations will require difficult decisions, sacrifices, and potential ceding of sovereignty, particularly in security and foreign policy, while questioning whether African states are prepared to strengthen the AfCFTA and pursue initiatives such as a common currency.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  47. Ghana should use AU chair to advance African integration reforms

    Ambassador D.K. Osei, president of the Ghana Council on Foreign Relations, has urged Ghana to use its upcoming AU chairmanship to drive continental reforms under Agenda 2063, arguing that African nations must be willing to make political and economic sacrifices to deepen integration through the AfCFTA and other initiatives, though he expressed doubt about whether countries are genuinely prepared for such bold steps.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  48. NPP founder claims Bawumia failed party membership requirements

    Founding NPP member Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has argued that former Vice President Bawumia would not have qualified as Akufo-Addo's running mate under the party's own democratic membership criteria, including dues payment, branch meeting attendance, and multi-year membership requirements.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  49. Ghana and Gabon sign cooperation MoUs amid bilateral talks

    Ghana and Gabon signed two Memoranda of Understanding on July 28 to deepen bilateral cooperation, with Presidents Mahama and Oligui Nguema agreeing to strengthen economic partnerships in trade, investment, and priority sectors including mining, oil and gas, energy, agriculture, and fisheries.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  50. Supreme Court ruling on delegate system strengthens Ghana's democracy

    NPP founding member Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has welcomed the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system used by political parties unconstitutional, saying the ruling strengthens democratic governance by ensuring greater participation of party members in selecting presidential and parliamentary candidates.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  51. NPP calls for political party funding reforms after delegate system ruling

    Following the Supreme Court's decision declaring Ghana's political party delegate system unconstitutional, the NPP's Deputy General Secretary Haruna Mohammed has called for renewed discussions on party financing, arguing that political parties cannot be profit-making entities under law and need adequate support to finance expanded internal elections.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

  52. Supreme Court delegate ruling may prove difficult to implement

    Political analyst Jonathan Asante Otchere has called the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional an important step for internal democracy, but warned it may be more theoretical than practical in implementation, noting that political parties will face significant challenges when putting the ruling into effect.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

  53. Supreme Court affirms Attorney General's supervisory authority over OSP

    The Supreme Court's unanimous ruling has established that the Attorney General retains supervisory authority over the Office of the Special Prosecutor and can intervene to prevent abuse of prosecutorial powers, according to legal practitioner Martin Kpebu. The judgment clarifies that prosecutorial powers are exercised under the constitutional authority of the Attorney General.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online →

  54. Government lifts women's motorbike ban in Bawku, maintains men's restriction

    The Interior Ministry has lifted the ban on women riding motorbikes in Bawku Municipality and surrounding areas, allowing women to ride between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, while maintaining the ban on men riding motorbikes until further notice.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  55. NDC says opening party elections to members will cost more

    The NDC has acknowledged that implementing the Supreme Court's decision to abolish the delegate system in party elections will increase costs for political parties, but says defending democratic principles within parties must take precedence. The NDC's Deputy Director of IT and Elections said parties will need to find innovative ways to raise funds to meet the increased expense of broader internal elections.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  56. Kaneshie Court remands two accused in officer murder case to prison

    Two men accused in the murder of Immigration Officer Stephen King Amoah have been remanded into prison custody by Kaneshie District Court after prosecutors said investigations were ongoing and awaiting additional information from the Cyber Crime Unit. The court adjourned the case for two weeks to allow investigators to obtain outstanding evidence.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

Business

  1. Netflix surpasses BBC as UK viewers' first choice

    Netflix has overtaken the BBC as Britons' first choice for television viewing, with 26% of viewers turning to the U.S. streaming service first compared with 25% for the BBC, according to Ofcom's annual Media Nations report, which also found broadcaster-owned streaming services rose 9% year-on-year.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. eBay settles $56m harassment case with critical bloggers

    eBay and former executives have agreed to pay David and Ina Steiner $56m following a 2019 harassment campaign in retaliation for their critical coverage of the company through their website EcommerceBytes. Seven former eBay executives pleaded guilty to criminal charges, including sending threatening items and attempting to install a tracking device on the couple's car.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. CBG, Women of Africa Network open women entrepreneurs conference

    Consolidated Bank Ghana and the Women of Africa Network have opened the 6th Women in Trade and Investment Conference 2026, a three-day event running from July 29 to 31 at the CBG SME Centre in Accra designed to promote women-led businesses and expand access to finance, markets and investment opportunities.

    7 hours ago · Joy Online →

  4. CBG Managing Director highlights women as economic growth drivers

    The Managing Director of Consolidated Bank Ghana Ltd has described women as key drivers of Ghana's economic growth and national development, emphasising the need for greater financial support to help women-owned businesses thrive. She stated CBG is committed to providing women entrepreneurs with financial tools, products, and advisory services to support their enterprises at every stage of growth.

    7 hours ago · Joy Online →

  5. CBG pledges continued financing for women-owned businesses

    Consolidated Bank Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting women-owned businesses with tailored financial solutions, with the bank's Managing Director describing women entrepreneurs as critical drivers of economic growth and innovation. The commitment was made at the launch of CBG's 6th Women in Trade and Investment Conference 2026 in Accra, a three-day event where women entrepreneurs exhibit products and network to expand trade.

    8 hours ago · Joy Online →

  6. Fitch Solutions forecasts inflation to reach 9% by end-2026

    Fitch Solutions projects Ghana's inflation will rise to 9% by the end of 2026, driven largely by renewed pressure on the cedi, and further to 13.2% by end-2027 due to stronger domestic demand, imported inflation, and food price increases linked to weather disruptions. The forecast contrasts with Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson's projection of 5% inflation by December.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online →

  7. Parliament approves zero excise duty on local fruit juices

    Parliament has approved the Excise Bill, 2026, removing excise duty on locally manufactured fruit juices to make products more affordable and strengthen Ghana's agro-processing sector. The law also introduces an incentive-based excise regime for beer and other beverages, with tax rates linked to the proportion of locally sourced raw materials used in production.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online →

  8. Bank of Ghana MPC unanimously votes to hold policy rate at 14%

    All six voting members of the Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep the policy rate at 14%, citing concerns about inflation outlook despite improved economic indicators. The committee adopted a "wait and see" approach due to recent upticks in headline and core inflation, elevated external risks, and rising inflation expectations.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  9. GRIDCo restoring power after early-morning grid disturbance Wednesday

    Ghana Grid Company Limited activated restoration procedures after a power system disturbance at about 3:11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, caused simultaneous tripping of generating plants and interrupted electricity supply. A technical investigation is underway to determine the cause.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  10. Google faces wave of EU private lawsuits seeking billions in damages

    Following a record €1 billion EU fine under the Digital Markets Act for favouring its own services and blocking cheaper alternatives, Google is facing lawsuits from smaller rivals across Europe seeking up to $10 billion in damages. A Berlin court awarded the price comparison platform Idealo €465 million in damages, and lawyers expect the ruling will trigger further litigation.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Apple briefly reaches $5 trillion market value milestone

    Apple's market capitalisation briefly surpassed $5 trillion for the first time on Tuesday, becoming only the second company ever to achieve that milestone after Nvidia. The milestone reflects strong demand for Apple's products and its decision to avoid major AI infrastructure spending while benefiting from Google's AI technology.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. VALCO loses quarter of capacity; needs strategic investor

    The Volta Aluminium Company has lost more than a quarter of its operating capacity since June due to ageing equipment breakdowns, causing monthly output to halve and metal purity to fall below industry standards. GIADEC confirms the smelter needs a strategic equity investor and hundreds of millions of dollars in capital to modernise its nearly 60-year-old technology and meet international competitive standards.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  13. GRIDCo restores power to some areas after recent outage

    Electricity has been restored to some areas affected by a recent power outage as engineers from Ghana Grid Company continue efforts to reconnect remaining customers without supply. The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition said significant progress has been made and restoration work continues in remaining affected locations.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  14. MTN Ghana separates Mobile Money into standalone fintech unit

    MTN Ghana has formally separated its Mobile Money operations from its core telecommunications business, creating Mobile Money Fintech Ltd. as a standalone unit effective March 31, 2026, to focus on digital financial services and comply with the Bank of Ghana's Payment Systems and Services Act. The restructuring allows the unit to raise capital, expand services, and attract external investors, while existing customer services and accounts remain unchanged.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  15. BoG MPC unanimously votes to hold policy rate at 14%

    The Bank of Ghana's Governor and all six Monetary Policy Committee members voted unanimously to keep the policy rate at 14%, citing concerns about inflation outlook and downside risks despite improved economic indicators. The committee adopted a cautious approach, citing uncertainty in inflation outlook and the Middle East war.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  16. GPRTU suspends 30% transport fare increase pending fuel price window

    The Ghana Private Road Transport Union has suspended a planned 30% increase in transport fares while awaiting the outcome of Friday's fuel pricing window, after government requested more time to implement measures aimed at reducing fuel prices. The union remains prepared to act if fuel prices continue to rise, citing current diesel and petrol prices that are putting strain on drivers' earnings.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  17. IC Asset Managers launches investment app on MTN MoMo

    IC Asset Managers (Ghana) Ltd has launched IC Wealth on the MTN MoMo app, making its regulated investment products accessible to mobile money customers without requiring a bank account or physical branch visits. The partnership makes the IC Liquidity Fund available within the MoMo app, allowing customers to invest, monitor holdings, and redeem funds entirely on their phones.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  18. Ghana Publishing Company acquires six-colour digital press

    The Ghana Publishing Company Limited has acquired a Xerox Iridesse six-colour digital press to strengthen its commercial printing operations and compete more effectively in Ghana's printing industry. The machine offers capabilities beyond the four-colour presses commonly used in Ghana, enabling production of speciality finishes including metallic and premium effects.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  19. Electroland Ghana opens premium showroom in Madina

    Electroland Ghana has opened a new premium showroom in Madina to expand its retail presence and enhance customer access to home appliances and electronics. The company says the move is part of its strategy to improve customer accessibility, strengthen presence in key markets, and provide world-class shopping experiences with reliable products and after-sales support.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  20. Ghana establishes Women's Development Bank for financing gap

    Ghana's government has incorporated a Women's Development Bank and is seeking regulatory approval from the Bank of Ghana to expand economic opportunities for women and address long-standing financing gaps that have limited the growth of women-led businesses and enterprises.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  21. Former Goldman banker tried for bribing Ghana officials

    Asante Berko, a former Goldman Sachs banker, went on trial in Brooklyn for allegedly paying more than US$1 million in bribes to Ghanaian government officials a decade ago to secure approval for a power plant project. Prosecutors say Berko hid the scheme from Goldman's compliance department and laundered the bribe money through US financial institutions; Goldman cooperated with investigators and was not accused of wrongdoing.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  22. Mid-year review shows strong growth, inflation control, but fiscal discipline vital

    Deloitte Ghana says the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review shows the economy has made remarkable progress with strong growth, controlled inflation, and eased debt servicing pressures, but warns that success depends on maintaining fiscal discipline as Ghana transitions from IMF financing to a policy-monitoring framework and faces electoral-cycle fiscal pressures.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  23. Deloitte praises Ghana's domestic revenue growth and tax compliance improvements

    Deloitte has commended the government for encouraging domestic revenue mobilization in the Mid-Year Budget Review, noting that non-oil tax revenue increased from 12.6% of GDP in 2024 to 13.1% in 2025, driven by improved compliance and administrative efficiency rather than higher tax rates. The firm urged the government to continue pursuing reforms that broaden the tax base and improve compliance, arguing that sustainable increases in Ghana's tax-to-GDP ratio will be achieved more effectively through administrative reforms than through repeated increases in tax rates.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  24. PwC advises CEOs to monitor inflation, T-bills, lending rates

    PwC urges Chief Executive Officers and Boards to closely track monthly inflation (especially food and imported components), Treasury bill and bank lending rates, and government capital expenditure execution, citing global uncertainty from the Middle East conflict and its potential impact on commodity and financial markets. The firm notes Ghana's second-half outlook is increasingly exposed to global energy and geopolitical cycles, with the IMF projecting global growth of 3% and inflation of 4.7% in 2026, while a prolonged Middle East conflict could raise fuel, freight, and food production costs.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  25. Government's stabilisation narrative more credible than transformation claims

    PwC has stated that while Ghana's government narrative is more persuasive on economic stabilisation than transformation, structural weaknesses remain in energy, infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, and banking that require long-term solutions spanning multiple government administrations. The firm notes fiscal consolidation is real, with stronger-than-budgeted primary balance and cash surplus figures, and debt dynamics have improved through restructuring and nominal GDP growth.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  26. Ghana's first-half economy strong but macroeconomic risks persist

    PwC says Ghana's first-half economic performance was genuinely strong, with real GDP growth around 4.8% looking achievable and the primary surplus target of 1.5% of GDP within reach, but cautioned that not all improvements reflect permanent shifts in the underlying macroeconomic risk profile; the firm warned that inflation, which reached 5.3% at end-June, deserves caution as it rose 160 basis points in one month and has risen consistently since March.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

Mining & Energy

  1. Illegal miners encroach on Obuasi Airstrip's reclaimed lands

    Illegal miners have returned to 100 hectares of land around Obuasi Airstrip that AngloGold Ashanti released to the community in 2018 for agricultural projects. The Obuasi West MCE called for the area to be designated for regulated community mining to integrate miners into a legal framework, while the Ashanti Regional Reclamation Committee recovered three repaired excavators being used for illegal mining near the airport.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. Ghana Chamber of Mines calls for 30 percent royalties to communities

    The Ghana Chamber of Mines has renewed calls for mining communities to receive at least 30 percent of the country's mineral royalties, arguing that the current allocation of about eight percent to traditional authorities and local assemblies is inadequate to meet development needs. The call emerged during an inspection of two road projects funded by Gold Fields Ghana Foundation in mining host communities.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  3. Oil prices surge on US-Iran military escalation in Middle East

    Oil prices rose more than $3 a barrel on Wednesday after joint strikes in Iraq by the United States and Saudi Arabia and the interception of Iran's ballistic missiles aimed at U.S. forces in the Middle East. Brent futures increased 3.9% to $87.39 a barrel, while U.S. WTI crude rose 3.8% to $82.31 a barrel.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Energy sector fiscal risks pose threat to debt sustainability gains

    Deloitte has identified the energy sector as one of Ghana's most significant fiscal risks, warning that without meaningful reforms, losses could migrate to the government's balance sheet and undermine debt sustainability progress. The firm urged the government to pursue energy sector reforms with urgency and consistency, and welcomed the Finance Minister's emphasis on strengthening public financial management controls.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  5. Gabon's president commends Ghana's mining sector reforms

    During a state visit, Gabon's President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema praised Ghana's mining reforms for improving transparency and governance, saying they position Ghana as an example for African countries seeking greater economic benefits from mineral resources. He highlighted the importance of local processing of natural resources, noting that both countries are pursuing policies to move beyond exporting raw materials.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  6. Ga Mantse leads investor delegation to Tema Oil Refinery

    The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has led investors to the Tema Oil Refinery to explore collaboration and investment opportunities. The visit is part of efforts to promote strategic partnerships aimed at revitalizing Ghana's energy sector and attracting investments to support the refinery's long-term sustainability.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  7. Ghana's power security requires integrated gas, grid and regional trade strategy

    Ghana's electricity sector has stabilised following settlement of US$1.47 billion in legacy energy obligations in 2025, but long-term power security depends on integrating domestic gas supply, electricity infrastructure, and regional power trade—components historically managed separately—to address structural vulnerabilities in thermal generation, ageing distribution systems, and revenue collection.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  8. Deputy Energy Minister assures investors of stable power supply

    The Deputy Minister of Energy and Green Transition assured investors of reliable power supply, noting that GH¢1.4 billion has been spent to clear legacy debts to Independent Power Producers, electricity access has reached about 89 per cent, and installed generation capacity has exceeded 5,300 megawatts.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  9. GRIDCo launches probe after nationwide power outage Wednesday

    A disturbance on Ghana's electricity transmission system at 3:11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, caused the simultaneous tripping of several generating plants and widespread power interruptions. GRIDCo activated emergency restoration procedures and began a comprehensive technical investigation to restore electricity safely.

    20 hours ago · The Chronicle →

  10. Power outage hits Ghana after system disturbance

    GRIDCo reports a power system disturbance on the national transmission network at about 3:11 a.m. on July 29, 2026, caused simultaneous shutdown of power generation plants and interrupted electricity supply to parts of Ghana. The company has activated restoration procedures and begun a technical investigation into the exact cause.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  11. Policy think tank requests disclosure on Damang Mine tender process

    Africa Policy Lens has filed a Right to Information request with the Minerals Commission seeking full disclosure on the tender process and award of the Damang Gold Mine to Engineers & Planners, including details of the application, evaluation reports, bidding timelines, tender committee composition, and production data.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

Agriculture & Land

  1. Cocoa Board Reforms Bill threatens guaranteed farmer prices

    Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy Committee, has warned that Ghana's cocoa farmers could lose the protection of guaranteed producer prices if the proposed Cocoa Board Reforms Bill is passed in its current form. The Minority has opposed fast-tracking the bill, arguing the cocoa sector is too important for major reforms without broad consultation with farmers and other stakeholders.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Oppong Nkrumah warns cocoa pricing reform risks farmer welfare

    The Ofoase Ayirebi MP and Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee warned that the government's proposed cocoa pricing formula could leave farmers worse off by undermining the minimum guaranteed farm-gate price, and called for broad stakeholder consultation before Parliament rushes through Cocoa Board reforms.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Parliament must consult farmers before passing Cocoa Bill, Oppong Nkrumah says

    The Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has urged Parliament not to fast-track the Cocoa Board Reforms Bill without proper stakeholder consultation, warning that the proposed pricing formula could harm cocoa farmers and the wider economy.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. MoFA signs deal to establish organic fertiliser plant

    The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has signed a memorandum of understanding with OMANBAPA AgriTech Limited to set up an organic fertiliser production facility in the Bono Region. The project will convert agricultural waste into fertiliser, create income for farmers, and advance sustainable agriculture.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  5. Oti cocoa farmers demand urgent payment for sold beans

    Cocoa farmers in Guan District, Oti Region have protested at a Ghana Cocoa Board office, demanding payment for beans sold to Licensed Buying Companies between November 2025 and February, citing months of delayed payments despite a government release of GH¢2.6 billion to facilitate settlements. The farmers have given a three-day ultimatum for payment, warning of further action if their demands are not met.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

Society

  1. WAEC withholds 2,722 BECE results pending malpractice probe

    The West African Examinations Council has withheld the results of 2,722 candidates from 229 schools in a subject over suspected examination malpractice, pending investigations to be completed by August 31, 2026. WAEC has also cancelled the subject results of 496 candidates and entire results of 105 candidates found to have engaged in examination irregularities.

    7 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana's children unsafe during daily school commutes

    A law student describes witnessing a five-year-old child transported unsafely on a motorbike to school, and notes that despite Ghana's constitutional protections and the Children's Act, many poor families lack safe transportation options while wealthier families can afford protected commutes.

    7 hours ago · Joy Online →

  3. WAEC releases 2026 BECE results; 3,601 candidates absent

    The West African Examinations Council released provisional results for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination, with 620,243 candidates from 20,789 schools having registered. WAEC sanctioned candidates for examination irregularities, canceling entire results for 105 candidates and subject results for 496 others, while results for 2,722 candidates from 229 schools were withheld pending investigation.

    7 hours ago · Joy Online →

  4. Universities must bridge gap between academic training and industry needs

    University leaders at the Vice Chancellors Ghana Conference have warned that tertiary institutions are not adequately preparing students for the job market, calling for stronger collaboration between universities and industry to improve graduate employability through practical, technical, and entrepreneurial skills.

    8 hours ago · Joy Online →

  5. Ghana needs 100,000 more nurses; recruitment delays, not oversupply, blamed

    The Nursing and Midwifery Council rejects claims that Ghana has overproduced nurses, stating the country still requires more than 100,000 nurses to improve its nurse-to-patient ratio. The Council attributes unemployment among qualified health professionals to limited financial clearance and inadequate health infrastructure constraining government employment, rather than excess graduates.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  6. Nursing Council awaits committee report to sanction nurses

    The Nursing and Midwifery Council says it cannot begin disciplinary proceedings against nurses implicated in Charles Amissah's death until it receives the official report from the investigating committee. The Registrar stated the Council received only a directive from the Ministry of Health but not the committee's findings needed to initiate discipline.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  7. Government plans phased nurse recruitment through 2026

    Ghana's Health Minister confirmed a phased recruitment plan for nurses, midwives, and health professionals; the 2021 batch is already reporting to duty stations, the 2022 batch will be recruited before end of 2026, and 16,000 health professionals are being recruited this year to address staffing gaps.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  8. Women's empowerment requires structural reforms for economic justice

    Managing Consultant Sheila Minkah-Premo has argued that empowering women through increased opportunities alone is insufficient to achieve economic justice, and that deeper structural reforms to legal, economic and social systems are needed to ensure women own and control wealth.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  9. Younger couples increasingly sign prenuptial agreements before marriage

    Prenuptial agreements are becoming more common among younger couples, even those without significant wealth differences, as a way to discuss financial matters while still on good terms. In the US, nearly half of married millennials and more than one in three Gen Z report having a prenup, compared to one in five married couples overall.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. WAEC cancels 601 BECE candidates' results for exam malpractice

    The West African Examinations Council has cancelled the results of 601 candidates who sat the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination after confirming their involvement in examination malpractice, with investigations uncovering irregularities during exam conduct and script marking. Additionally, 167 candidates had subject or full results withheld, while results for 2,722 candidates from 229 schools were withheld pending further scrutiny by August 31, 2026.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online →

  11. Apostle Safo's daughter dismisses brother's funeral cancellation claim

    Sarah Adwoa Safo, daughter of late Apostle Emeritus Professor Kwadwo Safo, has rejected claims by her brother Israel Kwadwo Safo (Akofena) that their father's funeral has been cancelled, saying he has no legal or traditional authority to do so and has not been involved in organising the final rites.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  12. Dagbon kingdom delegation informs Okyenhene of Ya-Na's death

    A high-powered delegation from the Dagbon Kingdom has officially informed the Okyenhene of the passing of the Overlord of Dagbon, Ndan Ya-Naa Abukari II, and invited him to traditional events following the King's burial. The delegation highlighted the enduring brotherly relationship between Dagbon and Okyeman traditional authorities.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  13. Pan-African Parliament adopts traditional medicine legal framework resolutions

    The Pan-African Parliament has adopted resolutions championed by Frank Annoh-Dompreh calling for African governments to establish legal and regulatory frameworks for traditional medicine integration into national healthcare systems, including development of a continental 'Model Law on Traditional Medicine and the Protection of Local Knowledge' to guide research, licensing, quality assurance and ethical use of indigenous medicines.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  14. Pastor remanded over romance fraud involving seven complainants

    An Accra Circuit Court has remanded 35-year-old Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng, an online pastor, into police custody over alleged romance fraud involving seven complainants. He was charged with six counts of conspiracy to commit fraud by false pretences and non-consensual sharing of intimate images; his wife Sally Akosua Amoasah was jointly charged with conspiracy counts and granted bail.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  15. Residents protest environmental damage from Bekwai quarry operations

    Hundreds of residents from communities in Bekwai Municipality have staged a peaceful demonstration against Day Shine Quarry Company, alleging environmental degradation, property destruction through blasting, and health risks from dust. The Assembly Member for Adankragya warned the company to suspend operations and engage affected communities within one week or face further protests.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  16. Africa Zero Waste Academy trains climate practitioners

    GAIA Africa and the Green Africa Youth Organization have launched the in-person phase of the Africa Zero Waste Academy 2026 in the Eastern Region, bringing together selected participants from across Africa for training in designing localized zero waste systems that reduce emissions and create green jobs. More than 700 practitioners applied for the programme, now in its second year.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  17. KGL, GMTF to build diagnostic centre at Ridge Hospital

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund and KGL Group have begun construction of an ultra-modern diagnostic centre at Ridge Hospital in Accra, equipped with MRI, CT scanner, mammography, X-ray and fluoroscopy equipment to improve access to advanced imaging services.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online →

  18. Health ministry briefs Asantehene on medical trust fund expansion

    The Ministry of Health and Ghana Medical Trust Fund briefed Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II on the Fund's progress and plans to expand access to specialised healthcare across the country, with a focus on reducing financial burden on patients requiring treatment for chronic non-communicable diseases.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  19. Gender minister visits Bukom after fatal road crash

    Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, visited Bukom following a road crash that killed one woman and injured several others. The Minister, alongside the Greater Accra Regional Minister, met with families and survivors to express government condolences and assess victims' needs.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  20. Murder suspect dies in hospital after guiding police investigation

    A 35-year-old suspect in the November 2025 murder of two youths from Kandeu died at a hospital in Wa after falling ill while in police custody. The suspect had admitted involvement in the killings and led police to an alleged burial site, though no remains were found there; he claimed the bodies had been moved to Burkina Faso.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. NHIA CEO calls for PR sector collaboration on health

    The CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority has urged stronger collaboration between public relations professionals and the health sector to improve public health outcomes and combat misinformation. He said effective communication is essential in healthcare delivery for influencing public behaviour, promoting preventive care, and building confidence in health systems.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. GNFS extinguishes electrical fire, prevents power outage

    Firefighters from Weija Fire Station extinguished an electrical fire involving an ECG pole and overhead cables at Tetegu in Greater Accra, preventing damage to a nearby transformer that could have caused widespread electricity disruption. No injuries were recorded, though the fire damaged the pole and cables; authorities are investigating the cause.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  23. Fire destroys vehicle at Nungua Buade near Accra

    A vehicle was completely gutted by fire at Nungua Buade on Monday, July 27, but firefighters from the Trade Fair Fire Station brought the blaze under control within five minutes, preventing it from spreading to nearby properties. No casualties or injuries were recorded.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  24. Coca-Cola Ghana donates vocational training equipment to Kpando Prisons

    The Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Ghana has donated vocational training equipment and machinery to Kpando Prisons in the Volta Region to support inmate rehabilitation and skills development in tailoring, carpentry, and electrical installation.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  25. Police seize unlicensed sirens, lights from 789 vehicles in two regions

    Ghana Police conducted a two-day operation in the Western and Central regions intercepting 789 vehicles, seizing unauthorised sirens from 57 and unauthorised strobe lights from 732, while educating drivers and planning nationwide similar exercises.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  26. FDA raids Tema fishing area to stop unsafe fish processing

    The Food and Drugs Authority, together with the Tema Metropolitan Assembly, Ghana Police and Ghana Armed Forces, conducted a joint enforcement operation at Tema Newtown fishing enclave on July 28, confiscating contaminated fish and educating fish handlers on proper hygiene and safe handling practices. The Tema Metropolitan Assembly also began demolition and cleanup work to improve sanitation in the area.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  27. Police impound 700 vehicles with illegal sirens, lights in Western Region

    The Western Regional Police Command impounded about 700 vehicles for using unapproved emergency equipment including sirens and lamps. The operation, part of a nationwide crackdown, removed illegally installed beacons and strobe lights, and since the exercise began about a month ago, police have impounded about 4,626 vehicles for violating Regulations 74 and 65 of the Road Traffic Regulations 2012.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  28. Police arrest two drug suspects with 170 Indian hemp parcels

    The Northern Regional Police Command arrested two suspected drug dealers and recovered 170 parcels of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp during an intelligence-led operation at Katariga in the Tamale Metropolis. The suspects are in custody pending arraignment.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  29. Three killed, five injured in Kumasi road crash

    Three people were killed and five others injured when a Kia Rhino truck with brake failure collided with a commercial passenger vehicle at the Asafo Labour Roundabout in Kumasi on Tuesday, July 28. The injured were taken to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital for treatment.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  30. GHS reports three million hepatitis B cases in Ghana

    The Ghana Health Service disclosed at World Hepatitis Day 2026 commemoration that approximately three million people are infected with Hepatitis B and 500,000 with Hepatitis C in the country, with about 21,000 new infections occurring annually. In 2024, Hepatitis B and C caused an estimated over 3 million deaths worldwide, more than tuberculosis or malaria, with Ghana recording 15,442 deaths from Hepatitis B and 2,004 from Hepatitis C.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  31. Sissala East validates LEAP beneficiaries as numbers triple to 12,000

    The Sissala East Municipal Assembly has begun a validation exercise for the LEAP social intervention programme, with beneficiary households expanding from around 2,000 to over 12,000 in the municipality. Currently 7,250 beneficiaries are undergoing validation ahead of the next cash disbursement.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  32. SMT Ghana donates braille sheets and rice to blind school

    SMT Ghana has donated braille sheets and bags of rice to Akropong School for the Blind in the Eastern Region as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative to promote inclusive education and support vulnerable communities.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  33. AMA arrests coconut trader for unauthorised bus stop storage

    The Accra Metropolitan Assembly arrested a 46-year-old coconut trader for converting a designated bus stop along Professor John Evans Atta Mills High Street into an unauthorised storage facility, with more than 500 coconuts found occupying the space. The Assembly said the trader's actions violated the AMA Control of Hawkers By-law, 2017, which prohibits obstruction of pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  34. Health Ministry appoints Okyeame Kwame hepatitis ambassador

    Ghana's Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Service have appointed musician Okyeame Kwame as National Hepatitis Ambassador and launched a National Viral Hepatitis Technical Working Group as part of efforts to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030. The government plans to scale up interventions including nationwide rollout of Hepatitis B birth-dose vaccine and encourage regular screening.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online →

  35. Building collapse probe ongoing, arrested suspect released on bail

    The Accra Regional Police Command says investigations into a June 2026 Industrial Area building collapse that killed three people continue, with arrested suspect Moro Badaru granted police enquiry bail. The Accra Metropolitan Assembly and Architectural and Engineering Services Limited are conducting technical assessments to determine whether structural defects or other factors caused the collapse.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  36. Government underspending on healthcare despite GH¢34.1bn budget

    Dr Kingsley Agyemang, Ranking Member on Parliament's Health Committee, claims the Mahama administration's 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review fails to show actual healthcare spending against the GH¢34.1 billion allocation, with only GH¢3.4 billion of GH¢11.2 billion earmarked for NHIS and Ghana Medical Trust Fund spent in the first half of the year.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  37. Gang violence spreading to senior high schools from universities

    Ghana Education Service has warned that gang-related violence and serious indiscipline previously seen mainly in tertiary institutions are increasingly affecting senior high schools, with incidents at institutions like Accra High School and West Africa SHS. The GES Director-General attributed the problem partly to weak implementation of positive discipline policies adopted after corporal punishment was abandoned in 2017, and cited social media and changing societal values as contributing factors.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  38. Minority warns government underfunding deepens Ghana health crisis

    Ghana's Parliamentary Minority accuses the government of failing to back healthcare promises with adequate resources, citing gaps exposed in the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review. The Minority warns that underinvestment in health, including reduced public health awareness campaigns on HIV/AIDS and other diseases, weakens the foundation for economic growth and national development.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  39. ISOC Ghana calls for policy reforms supporting community networks

    The Internet Society Ghana Chapter has urged stronger policy and regulatory reforms to support community networks as a way to expand internet access in underserved and rural areas. The call was made at a Ghana Community Networks Policy Dialogue in Accra, where Dr Maud Ashong Elliot, president of ISOC Ghana, identified challenges including inadequate infrastructure, high costs, unreliable electricity, and limited digital skills.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  40. GES urges parents and society to share responsibility for school indiscipline

    The Ghana Education Service Director-General said schools cannot address growing indiscipline alone, calling on parents and wider society to accept responsibility as children are exposed to behaviours outside the classroom that contradict school values. He cited social media, unrestricted information access, and changing societal values as influencing student behaviour, and urged stronger collaboration between schools, parents and communities.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  41. Security agencies urged to prevent unrest over Kantanka funeral dispute

    The Executive Director of the Jatikay Centre has called on Ghana Police Service and other state security institutions to assess security implications of the dispute over the funeral arrangements of late Apostle Professor Kwadwo Safo, citing recent developments including a reported shooting incident, ongoing legal processes, and conflicting family positions as potential public safety concerns.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  42. Ghana Water Ltd halts operations after national power grid failure

    Ghana Water Ltd has apologised for temporary water supply disruptions caused by challenges affecting the Ghana Grid Company's National Interconnected Transmission System. The power interruptions have rendered most of the company's water production systems inoperative across the country.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  43. GES warns applicants against teacher recruitment fraud scams

    The Ghana Education Service has cautioned job seekers not to pay anyone claiming to facilitate recruitment, as GES recruitment is free. The service urged applicants to report fraudulent calls or messages from people posing as GES officers to the police, and advised successful applicants to check their regional postings on the recruitment portal at no cost.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  44. Two suspects remanded in Immigration officer murder case

    The Adabraka District Court has remanded Bright Owusu and Thomas Zigah into prison custody over the alleged killing of Immigration Officer Stephen King Amoah. The prosecution said investigations are ongoing and requested two more weeks to complete inquiries, including information from the Cyber Crime Unit.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  45. Health Minister outlines standards for medical product storage and distribution

    The Health Minister says the government is implementing measures aligned with WHO guidelines to ensure safe storage and distribution of pharmaceutical and medical products. The FDA has established licensing guidelines and is strengthening compliance through training programmes for pharmacists, supply chain managers and logistics personnel.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  46. Processed foods and reduced activity raise childhood diabetes risk in Ghana

    Ghana's busy working parents increasingly rely on processed snacks and packaged foods instead of traditional home-cooked meals for their children, while reduced physical activity and screen time contribute to weight gain and heightened diabetes risk in young people.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  47. Financial inclusion differs from economic empowerment for women

    A managing consultant at ALC Law Consult has distinguished between financial inclusion and financial empowerment for women, noting that while Ghana has expanded women's access to financial services through mobile money and digital platforms, account ownership alone does not guarantee economic empowerment—women must build wealth through investments and asset ownership.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  48. MP Yusif Sulemana hands over renovated classroom block to Kakiase

    Yusif Sulemana, Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi and Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, has handed over a refurbished classroom block to the Kakiase community on July 27, 2026, urging residents to maintain and protect the facility as part of his commitment to improving education infrastructure in his constituency.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  49. VIP bus crashes into parked truck on Accra–Kumasi Highway; one dead

    A Kia VIP Grandbird bus collided with a faulty MAN diesel truck parked on the roadside at Frimpongso while attempting to overtake, killing one person and injuring four others. Firefighters from Anyinam Fire Station rescued two trapped occupants and assisted in transporting victims for medical attention.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  50. Police respond to student protest at Krobo Nursing Training College

    Students at Krobo Nursing Training College near Techiman staged an unlawful protest on July 27 without notifying police, which turned violent when some students allegedly threw stones at officers and members of the public. Police fired warning shots to disperse the crowd and arrested two students; preliminary investigations indicate the protest was over feeding conditions at the college.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

  51. Minister calls for zero tolerance on school violence and bullying

    Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu called for zero tolerance for bullying and criminal conduct in schools at a national conference in Sunyani, expressing concern over reports of students carrying weapons, substance abuse, and violence, and stressing that schools must remain safe spaces and that collective action from parents, schools and communities is needed.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

  52. LEAP School celebrates 2026 graduation and academic excellence

    LEAP School held its 2026 Graduation, Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremony, where Headmistress Angela Asenso Obeng highlighted knowledge, discipline, integrity and the fear of God as foundations for lifelong success, and urged graduating pupils to uphold the school's values as they advance to higher levels of learning.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online →

  53. Education Minister backs zero-tolerance policy on school criminality

    Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has given the Ghana Education Service government backing to adopt and enforce a zero-tolerance policy towards criminal conduct in schools, assuring the Service of full state support to make the directive effective.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  54. Education Minister opens debate on reintroducing school corporal punishment

    Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has reopened a national debate on whether Ghana should reconsider abolishing corporal punishment in schools, citing growing indiscipline in senior high schools. Mr. Iddrisu raised the issue at a national conference on school discipline in Sunyani, saying he, President John Mahama, and the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service are seeking answers to the question.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  55. GJA Ashanti chair leads journalists to EPA director funeral rites

    Journalists from the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) in Ashanti Region visited EPA Regional Director Dr Jackson Adiyah Nyantakyi to condole with him following the death of his wife, Mrs Vida Catherine Nyantakyi, who passed away after a short illness. The delegation assured him of media support in announcing funeral activities, with final funeral rites scheduled for September 19 at Ahafo Mim in the Ahafo Region.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  56. Ministry inaugurates hepatitis technical group targeting 2030 elimination

    Ghana's Ministry of Health has launched a National Viral Hepatitis Technical Working Group to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030, as part of World Hepatitis Day 2026 activities. The initiative aims to strengthen prevention, diagnosis, treatment and awareness, with health authorities estimating the disease affects about 10 per cent of Ghana's population.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

Culture

  1. Children of Blood and Bone film adaptation trailer released

    The first trailer for the film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi's fantasy novel Children of Blood and Bone features Cynthia Erivo, Damson Idris, and Lashana Lynch. The film follows Zélie Adebola as she attempts to restore magic to the kingdom of Orïsha and is set for release in January 2027.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Pop star Madison Beer engaged to NFL's Justin Herbert

    American singer Madison Beer, 27, has announced her engagement to Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, 28. The couple announced the engagement on social media Tuesday with photos of the proposal.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Apostle Kwadwo Safo: spiritual leader, inventor, industrialist

    A feature on Apostle Emeritus Professor Engineer Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, a revered spiritual leader, inventor, and Pan-African thinker whose life transformed Ghana and inspired Africa. He passed away on 11 September 2025.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  4. Nana Yaa Akyaa II installed as 15th Asantehemaa

    Nana Ama Bonsu was officially outdoored by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia palace in Kumasi and conferred the stool name Nana Yaa Akyaa II, becoming the 15th Asantehemaa (queen mother of the Ashanti kingdom).

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  5. Ghana's 40 indigenous languages face extinction without preservation efforts

    According to the Ghana Library Authority's Executive Director, while only a handful of Ghanaian languages have completely died out, as many as 40 are now teetering on the edge of extinction. Languages such as Boro, Mprɛ, and Dompo have already been lost, while others including Nawuri, Tuwuli, Chala, and certain dialects of Anufo remain critically endangered.

    18 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  6. Ghanaian filmmaker wins Ohio University creative research expo

    Benard Agorsor, a Ghanaian filmmaker with an MFA from Ohio University, won the university's Research and Creative Expo 2026 with a narrative short film called MFUMU (King) that explores neocolonialism, self-discovery, and cultural reconnection for those disconnected from their ancestral roots.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  7. TikTok influencers Peller and Jarvis complete registry wedding

    Popular TikTok couple Peller and Jarvis have officially married in a registry ceremony, signing their marriage documents and sharing a kiss to mark the first step in their union as husband and wife. A grand, star-studded wedding ceremony is scheduled for August.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

  8. Veteran British actor Tom Chadbon dies at eighty

    Tom Chadbon, a Luton-born actor with a nearly 50-year television career best known for roles in Doctor Who, Game of Thrones, and Casino Royale, has died aged 80. His 1979 Doctor Who episode "City of Death" drew over 16 million viewers and remains the show's most-watched episode.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online →

  9. BTS withdraws 2027 Grammy submission over music categorization concerns

    Korean pop group BTS announced they will not submit music for the 2027 Grammy Awards, citing concerns that music should not be divided by region or language. The withdrawal comes after the Grammys introduced a new best Asian pop music performance category requiring "meaningful use" of an Asian language, which would have excluded their comeback album Arirang, over 80% of which is sung in English.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online →

Sport

  1. St. Monica's qualifies for 2026 NSMQ after defeating Presby Bompata

    St. Monica's Senior High School has secured a place in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Championship by defeating Presbyterian Senior High School, Bompata, in the Ashanti Regional qualifying contest with a score of 49 points to 47 points.

    8 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Manchester City's Rodri undergoes back surgery, sidelined briefly

    Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be out for a "short period of rehabilitation" after undergoing back surgery on Monday, manager Enzo Maresca said, with no specific return timeline set. City said Rodri had been experiencing discomfort for some time before the procedure.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  3. Mancini reappointed Italy manager after Pirlo withdraws

    Roberto Mancini has been appointed Italy manager for a second time, a day after Andrea Pirlo withdrew from the position due to controversy over ties to a Russian betting company and Paolo Maldini resigned as technical director. Claudio Ranieri will replace Maldini in the role.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  4. Idi Amin's boxer grandson competes at Commonwealth Games

    Aziz Abdul, 25, a super-heavyweight boxer and grandson of former Ugandan military dictator Idi Amin, is competing in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Abdul fights for Uganda in the 90+kg quarter-finals, with a win guaranteeing at least bronze and positioning him as Uganda's first Commonwealth boxing medallist since 1990.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Timber returns to London for groin assessment during pre-season

    Arsenal right-back Jurrien Timber has travelled from the club's training camp in Spain to London for a groin check. Sources say the visit is part of his rehabilitation schedule, and he is expected to return to Spain to rejoin the squad.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online →

  6. FIFA opens disciplinary case against Argentina squad

    FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over behaviour after their World Cup final loss to Spain, investigating players Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes for alleged assault and unsporting conduct, along with assistant coach Roberto Ayala. The Argentine Football Association also faces proceedings for potential breaches including discriminatory chants, team misconduct, and match security violations across multiple matches.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online →

  7. FIFA plans to sell stakes in World Cup to private investors

    FIFA announced plans to sell off stakes in its football competitions, including the World Cup, to private investors associated with US President Donald Trump, which Infantino characterizes as democratisation of football but which has met criticism from fans, politicians and regional governing bodies. The plan would distribute $40m in funding to FIFA member associations, with a deadline of 19 September for federations to accept in order to access an initial $20m.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online →

  8. Liverpool prepares opening bid for PSG's Barcola

    Liverpool are preparing an opening bid for Paris St-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, 23, valued by PSG at around £145m, as they seek to replace Mohamed Salah. Barcola is understood to be keen on joining Liverpool after falling down the pecking order at PSG.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online →

  9. Chelsea signs Welbeck, Henderson cancels Brentford deal

    Chelsea have agreed to sign Danny Welbeck on a two-year deal, while Jordan Henderson has cancelled his Brentford contract to join Stamford Bridge. Both moves reflect new manager Xabi Alonso's drive to add experience to Chelsea's squad, which has been the youngest in the Premier League.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online →

  10. Manchester City midfielder Rodri undergoes back surgery

    Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be sidelined for a "short period of rehabilitation" following back surgery on Monday, according to new manager Enzo Maresca, with no timeline set for his return. City face Arsenal in the Community Shield on 16 August and Bournemouth in their Premier League opener on 23 August.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Yan Diomande joins Real Madrid in record transfer

    The 19-year-old African winger Yan Diomande is signing with Real Madrid for more than £100m, making him a record sale for RB Leipzig, a record signing for Real Madrid, and the most expensive African player in history. His rise has been rapid — less than 18 months ago he was largely unknown before playing for Leganes and then Leipzig.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online →

  12. UEFA may discuss World Cup boycott over FIFA investment plan

    FIFA's proposal to create a commercial subsidiary to run major competitions including the World Cup and sell stakes to external investors has prompted UEFA's 55 member associations to call an emergency meeting to discuss a potential plan of action, including the possibility of a boycott.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online →

  13. Boxer Pappoe withdraws from quarter-final after shoulder fracture

    Ghana's Desmond Pappoe has withdrawn from the men's 80kg quarter-final contest against Joshua Ofori after medical tests revealed a right shoulder fracture sustained in his previous bout. Ofori will advance automatically to the semi-final as a result.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  14. Ghana's Hayford Addai eyes medal at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

    Hayford Addai will represent Ghana in the Men's 100m T47 Final at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. With a personal best of 11.09 seconds from the 2026 Dubai World Para Athletics Grand Prix, Addai ranks sixth on the entry list and is within striking distance of leading medal contenders in what is expected to be one of the fastest T47 finals in Commonwealth Games history.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  15. Sports Minister pledges government support to Black Queens at WAFCON

    Sports Minister Kofi Adams visited Ghana's Black Queens team in Morocco to deliver messages of encouragement from the Executive, Parliament, and Ministry on behalf of the nation ahead of their Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group C opener against Cape Verde.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  16. International boxing bout to headline 2026 GaDangme Homowo Festival

    Ghana's Musah Rahman Lawson will face Nigeria's Raimi Isiaka in an international boxing contest headlining the official launch of the 2026 GaDangme Homowo Festival on July 31, 2026, at Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Black Satellites vow to bounce back after Nigeria loss

    Ghana's Under-20 football team lost 4-2 to Nigeria in their opening Group B match of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship in Côte d'Ivoire. Coach Maxwell Konadu acknowledged defensive lapses cost Ghana the match but said the team aims to recover and win upcoming games.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  18. Black Queens open WAFCON campaign against Cape Verde

    Ghana's Black Queens begin their 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign against Cape Verde in Morocco, seeking a semi-final appearance to secure a FIFA Women's World Cup spot and their first WAFCON trophy. The Black Queens, three-time runners-up and third-place finishers at the last edition, are tournament favourites despite facing debutants Cape Verde.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. Maldini, Leonardo resign from Italy Federation after Pirlo plan falls through

    Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have resigned from their roles with the Italian Football Federation after Andrea Pirlo withdrew as a coaching candidate due to opposition over his commercial ties to a Russian betting company. The departures, coming just 16 days after Maldini's appointment, leave the federation without a clear national team strategy following Italy's failure to qualify for a third successive World Cup.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  20. Manchester City midfielder Rodri undergoes minor back surgery

    Spain's Rodri, the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, has undergone minor back surgery after experiencing discomfort and will enter a period of rehabilitation; British media reported he may miss the start of the Premier League season on August 21.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  21. Mancini returns as Italy coach; Ranieri named technical director

    Roberto Mancini will return for a second spell as Italy national team coach, replacing Gennaro Gattuso who left in April following a World Cup qualifying defeat, while Claudio Ranieri will take over as technical director. The appointment came after Pep Guardiola turned down the role and Andrea Pirlo's candidacy was blocked due to ties to a Russian betting firm.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  22. Sabalenka and Djokovic enter U.S. Open mixed doubles

    World number one Aryna Sabalenka and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic headline the entry list for the U.S. Open mixed doubles championship, returning for a second edition with a revamped format that proved commercially successful last year.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  23. South Africa loses 2-1 to Tanzania in WAFCON opener

    South Africa's Banyana Banyana were defeated 2-1 by Tanzania in their Group B opener at WAFCON Morocco 2026 in Casablanca on Monday, despite dominating play and missing several chances. The loss puts South Africa on the back foot ahead of matches against Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso, with the tournament serving as a qualifier for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  24. Zinedine Zidane appointed as France national team coach

    Zinedine Zidane was confirmed as France's head coach on a four-year deal running until the 2030 World Cup, replacing Didier Deschamps who left after France finished fourth at the recent World Cup. Zidane, 54, had long been the leading candidate and said he turned down club offers to pursue the France role.

    18 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  25. Zinedine Zidane appointed new France national team coach

    Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as head coach of the France national team, succeeding Didier Deschamps after France's semi-final defeat to Spain at the 2026 World Cup. Zidane, a World Cup winner with France in 1998, has signed a contract to lead the team through the 2030 World Cup qualifying campaign.

    17 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  26. Medeama targets CAF Champions League group stage

    Ghana Premier League champions Medeama SC, who earned CAF Champions League qualification by winning the 2025/26 title, have set their sights on reaching the group stage of the 2026/27 competition. The club has earmarked $1.5 million for squad strengthening and operations as part of preparations to compete against Africa's elite clubs.

    17 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  27. Ghanaian striker Fuseini robbed, hospitalized in Brussels attack

    Mohammed Fuseini, a 24-year-old Ghanaian striker for Belgian champions Union Saint-Gilloise, was attacked and robbed by five men while sitting in his parked vehicle in Brussels on Sunday. The attackers stole his mobile phone and a luxury watch worth between 8,000 and 14,000 Euros; he sustained injuries and was hospitalized but is recovering.

    17 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  28. GFA sets July 31 deadline for Premier League club licensing

    The Ghana Football Association's Club Licensing Department has reiterated that Premier League clubs must complete licensing applications by July 31, 2026, or risk sanctions including exclusion from the 2026/27 season. As of July 27, seven clubs had fully completed applications, while others were still working on submissions or had not yet started.

    17 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  29. Bawumia backs Black Queens for WAFCON opener against Cape Verde

    Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has publicly supported Ghana's Black Queens as they begin their CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco against Cape Verde, emphasizing the tournament's significance as a pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  30. Akai Nettey eliminated from Commonwealth Games boxing

    Ghana's Precious Akai Nettey lost a unanimous decision to Mauritius's Marvin Clair in the men's Light Middleweight quarter-final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, ending his medal hopes.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online →

  31. Ghana's Black Queens face Cape Verde in WAFCON opener

    Ghana's Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren says his team's experience will be crucial in their Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign opener against debutants Cape Verde. Björkegren expects a tough match but expressed confidence in his squad, noting that the team now has more experienced players compared to 12 months ago.

    14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

  32. Black Queens defeat Cape Verde 2-0 in WAFCON 2026 opener

    Ghana's women's football team opened their 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 2-0 victory over Cape Verde on Wednesday, with goals from Doris Boaduwaa and an own goal securing the win and a strong start to their 2027 Women's World Cup qualification push.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online →

  33. Shama SHS qualifies for 2026 NSMQ Championship

    Shama Senior High School won the fourth competition of the Western Regional Qualifiers with 40 points, narrowly beating Fiaseman SHS (36 points) to secure qualification to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Championship.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online →

  34. Sekondi College qualifies for 2026 NSMQ Championship

    Sekondi College won the fifth contest of the Western Regional Qualifiers with 73 points, defeating Bompeh SHTS (26 points) and Annor Adjaye SHS (7 points) to secure one of the region's qualification slots for the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Championship.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

Tourism & Environment

  1. Kenya probes mysterious deaths of 14 elephants near Amboseli

    The Kenya Wildlife Service has launched an investigation into the deaths of 14 elephants in southern Kenya near Amboseli National Park, with tissue samples sent to laboratories to determine if disease, poisoning, or another factor was responsible. Officials say this is the first time in decades that elephant mortalities on this scale have been recorded in the region.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Chief of Staff pursues PhD in Museum and Heritage studies

    Ghana's Chief of Staff, Dr Julius Debrah, says his passion for tourism, culture and heritage motivated him to pursue a PhD in Museum and Heritage studies. He believes a vibrant tourism industry is vital to preserving Ghana's national identity, creating sustainable livelihoods, and driving socio-economic transformation.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  3. Spain lifts evacuation restrictions as fourth summer heatwave looms

    Spanish authorities have allowed thousands evacuated by wildfires to return home in Toledo, Madrid, Ávila, and Castellón regions, with 24,000 people in Madrid alone cleared to return. Spain and France now face a fourth heatwave this summer, with some fires still burning and warnings of dry winds and temperatures up to 41°C in south-west France.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  4. EU pledges €59 million for West African ocean governance

    The European Union has committed €59 million under the West Africa Sustainable Ocean Programme to support 13 countries in addressing threats to their oceans, including declining fish stocks, illegal fishing, pollution and climate change. The announcement was made in Accra during a regional workshop on conservation measures and progress towards a global 2030 biodiversity target.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online →

World & Region

  1. Iran launches ballistic missiles at US forces in Middle East

    Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles in an attempted surprise attack on US forces in the Middle East on Tuesday, with the US military saying all missiles were successfully intercepted. The strike broke a three-day lull in hostilities between the two countries, which had been intended to restart negotiations.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Trump bans new Chinese humanoid robot imports citing national security

    The Trump administration announced a ban on new foreign-made humanoid robot imports to the US, citing unacceptable national security risks; the FCC also banned power inverters used in data centres and solar panels, saying they pose economic risk.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Nigerian army colonel killed in Abuja abduction attempt

    Gunmen killed Colonel Abdussalam Ude of the Nigerian Army Intelligence Corps at his Abuja residence after he resisted their abduction attempt; his wife, driver, and security guard were also shot in the incident.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online →

  4. At least 14 killed in Benue state village attack

    At least 14 villagers were killed and several others injured in an attack in Nigeria's Benue state on Tuesday, part of ongoing violence linked to land and resource disputes between farmers and herders. A local official blamed the attack on Fulani militia, though no group has claimed responsibility and police are investigating.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Trump describes meetings with Zelensky and Netanyahu as positive

    President Donald Trump said his separate meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu were positive, with both leaders in Washington for a memorial service. Trump discussed various topics with each leader without providing specifics, though tensions preceded the Netanyahu meeting over leaked details of his planned talking points on Iran.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Ghanaian scam leader sentenced to 85 months US prison

    Derrick Van Yeboah, a 41-year-old Ghanaian national and leader of an international criminal syndicate, was sentenced to 85 months in a U.S. federal prison for his role in romance scams and business email compromise schemes that stole more than $100 million from victims.

    18 hours ago · Joy Online →

  7. Saudi Arabia and US strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq

    Saudi Arabia and the US have carried out strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq in response to over 30 IRGC-directed aerial drone attacks in the last 72 hours, escalating Middle East tensions after Iran launched missiles at US forces.

    19 hours ago · Joy Online →

  8. Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robot imports

    The Trump administration announced a ban on new foreign-made humanoid robot imports to the US, citing unacceptable risks to national security. The ban also covers power inverters used in data centres and solar panels, with the FCC citing concerns about surveillance and cyberattack risks.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  9. French DJ Kavinsky found dead at home in Paris

    French DJ and electropop musician Kavinsky (Vincent Belorgey), 50, was found dead in his Paris home on Tuesday evening. An inquiry into the cause of death has been opened after first responders found no suspicious elements at the scene.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  10. Iran to receive Chinese shoulder-launched missile systems within weeks

    Three sources familiar with the deal told Reuters that Iran is expected to receive within weeks a first shipment of up to 400 Chinese-made shoulder-fired air-defence missile launchers, valued at $60-70 million, as it rebuilds its defences after war with the United States and Israel.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  11. Major Spanish wildfire stabilises as heat alerts spread

    A major blaze in central Spain has stabilised and evacuation orders have been lifted in Avila province, though rising temperatures in Spain and France have triggered new wildfire alerts and evacuations in other areas, with temperatures expected to reach 40°C in Spain and 42°C in southwest France.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online →

  12. Trump meets Zelensky and Netanyahu on Ukraine, Iran tensions

    US President Donald Trump held separate meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, described by the White House as "positive and productive." Zelensky said Trump agreed to grant Ukraine licences for domestic production of Patriot interceptor missiles, which Kyiv says are needed to defend against Russian drone and ballistic missile attacks.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online →

  13. Jay Clayton confirmed as US director of national intelligence

    The US Senate voted 51 to 47 to confirm Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, replacing acting DNI Bill Pulte, whose original appointment faced backlash for his lack of intelligence experience. Clayton, a former US attorney for the Southern District of New York and securities regulator, succeeds Tulsi Gabbard.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online →

  14. Russia charges Telegram founder Durov with facilitating terrorism

    Russia's FSB has charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism, alleging the messenger app was used to prepare and coordinate sabotage and terror inside Russia and failed to remove channels used by Ukraine. An international arrest warrant has been issued for Durov, who lives abroad and holds French and UAE passports.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  15. Ten women accuse Jared Leto of sexual misconduct since teens

    Four women have accused Oscar-winning actor and Thirty Seconds to Mars frontman Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct allegedly committed when they were teenagers, including sexual assault, statutory rape, grooming, and inappropriate phone calls. Four additional women report receiving strange and sexual phone calls from Leto when they were younger, and another says he made lewd comments about her appearance when she was 14.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

  16. Japan's Kyushu region hit by powerful quake, aftershocks continue

    A powerful earthquake struck Japan's south-western Kyushu region on Tuesday, killing at least 13 people, with more than 100 aftershocks following. Rescue crews are searching through rubble at a paper factory and shopping mall in Kumamoto prefecture, where thousands have been evacuated and many lack power.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

  17. AU must prioritize trade, finance, AI and peace—Hannah Tetteh

    UN Special Representative Hannah Tetteh told the 21st Kronti ne Akwamu Public Lecture that African countries should focus on strengthening implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area, improving trade finance, advancing AI and technology, and building consensus on peacebuilding to secure the continent's future in a changing global order.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  18. Africa must unite to navigate growing global power competition

    UN Special Representative Hannah Tetteh has urged African countries to strengthen cooperation and collective action, warning that weakening multilateral institutions and growing bilateral agreements could expose developing countries to greater economic and security risks. She said the changing international environment requires Africa to rethink how it engages with global powers, as power is increasingly shaped by a country's ability to build and control technology, industrial systems, logistics networks and security capabilities.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  19. Africa must rethink strategy as globalization model shifts

    UN Special Representative Hannah Tetteh has urged African countries to reassess their strategic positioning as the world moves away from traditional globalization, with major powers increasingly questioning the benefits of economic integration and viewing global integration as risks to national interests.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  20. Drone hits storage tanker at Egyptian Mediterranean port

    A drone struck a U.S.-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt's port of Damietta, causing a fire that spread to another vessel, according to British maritime security firm Ambrey. The incident occurred amid escalating tensions as the United States and Saudi Arabia struck Iran-backed groups in Iraq and oil prices spiked sharply.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

  21. Africa must protect multilateral cooperation as global order weakens

    Hannah Tetteh, UN Special Representative for Libya, has warned that the weakening of the global multilateral system could have serious consequences for Africa, particularly countries with limited influence on the international stage, and that smaller and less powerful nations would be disproportionately affected if multilateral cooperation continues to deteriorate.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

  22. France battles massive wildfires in Gironde region with aerial support

    Wildfires have raged in France's south-western Gironde region for a week, forcing tens of thousands of residents and tourists to flee as temperatures peak around 40°C. Firefighting efforts involving Canadair aircraft, helicopters, and thousands of crews and volunteers struggle against flames that restart on their own amid extreme heat and dry conditions.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online →

  23. Idaho murder convict challenges plea, victim's family reacts

    Bryan Kohberger, who pleaded guilty to four murders of University of Idaho students in November 2022 and was sentenced to four consecutive life sentences, is now challenging his conviction and taking back his plea, claiming it rested on "false promises and blatant disinformation." The family of victim Kaylee Goncalves criticized Kohberger as a "narcissist" for the reversal, noting he had never previously claimed being uninformed or pressured during his two years of case review.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  24. Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard dies in Dublin motorbike crash

    Glen Hansard, 56, an Irish musician and Oscar winner for Best Original Song in 2008, died in a single-vehicle motorbike crash in Dublin. The frontman of rock band The Frames had a career spanning more than three decades and was also known for charity work supporting the homeless.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  25. FIFA offers $40m for nations to back competition stake plan

    FIFA president Gianni Infantino has written to all 211 member associations offering $40m in exchange for backing his plan to sell stakes in major competitions like the World Cup through a new commercial subsidiary. The plan, which could raise $10bn and has drawn quick condemnation from multiple regions, sets a 19 September deadline for nations to accept and receive an initial $20m.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  26. UN marks International Youth Day with corruption dialogue

    The Bright Future Alliance executive director will represent Africa at a United Nations International Youth Day event on August 12, 2026, where young people will examine how corruption affects their opportunities and aspirations. The event will present findings on corruption's impact on youth and explore ways to promote fairness and integrity.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  27. Two Americans convicted of murdering Canadian couple in Dominica

    Two American men, Jonathan Lehrer and Robert Snyder Jr, have been found guilty of murdering Daniel Langlois, founder of animation software firm Softimage, and his partner Dominique Marchand in Dominica. The couple's bodies were discovered in a burnt-out vehicle in late 2023; Lehrer, a chocolate maker from New Jersey, had been in a years-long dispute with Langlois over a road connecting their adjacent properties.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

  28. Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment at Senate Covid origins hearing

    Former US health official Anthony Fauci refused to answer questions at a US Senate hearing about Covid-19's origins, invoking the Fifth Amendment to protect against potential perjury prosecution. Fauci cited advice from his attorneys and expressed concern that Republican Senator Rand Paul intended to use his testimony against him.

    13 hours ago · Joy Online →

Opinion

  1. Ghana universities must align degree programs with economic needs

    Ghana produces thousands of graduates annually while employers report skills shortages and the country imports skilled labour for sectors with existing university programmes. The article argues the problem lies in how students are guided into courses and how those courses connect to national economic needs, calling for a comprehensive system to inform students about employment prospects and Ghana's sectoral labour shortages.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Generosity should be purposeful, not transactional or obligatory

    An opinion piece argues that true generosity is purposeful and sacrificial, drawing from Christian theology, rather than transactional with hidden expectations or driven by social pressure.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

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