The Perfector of Sentiments Foundation has raised concerns over student cohabitation and sexual harassment at Ghana's public universities, warning these practices could undermine safe learning environments. The organisation's study of five public universities—University of Ghana, University of Education Winneba, University of Cape Coast, KNUST, and UDS—found cohabitation particularly prevalent at University of Education Winneba and University of Cape Coast, noting it can contribute to domestic conflicts and escalate into abuse.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A first-person essay addresses suicide as a public health priority, presenting global statistics (720,000 deaths annually) and the author's own experience with suicidal ideation and borderline personality disorder, written in response to recent high-profile deaths in South Africa and Ghana.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The newly established West Africa Centre for Clean Air (WACCA), hosted by KNUST, is building regional partnerships and mobilising long-term support for air-quality management as global funding for clean-air action declines. Representatives attended the 2026 Africa Clean Air Forum in Pretoria to connect Ghana's emerging institution with continental organisations, researchers, and potential funders.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Academic City University, the Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana, and the Cyber Security Authority have released a white paper calling for stronger accountability and public awareness to safeguard Ghana's digital ecosystem, following cybersecurity-related financial losses of more than GHS19.3 million recorded in 2025. Online fraud accounted for 37% of 3,286 confirmed cyber incidents reported between January and September 2025.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Africa has the world's youngest population, with more than 60 per cent of sub-Saharan Africans under 25, but faces an urgent employment challenge to absorb millions of young people entering the labour market. The food system is presented as a potential source of jobs and opportunities for youth seeking decent work and sustainable futures.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has donated a hearse to the Greater Accra Gonjaland Youth Association to support members of the Gonja community with dignified funeral arrangements, commissioned at a ceremony in Accra attended by traditional leaders and government officials.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Sissala West District Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education, in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service, conducted a sensitisation campaign on drug and substance abuse in four basic schools, reaching 800 pupils. The programme educated pupils on the dangers of commonly abused substances and equipped them with knowledge and skills to make responsible decisions and resist negative behaviours.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission says it has concluded negotiations with the Ghana Association of University Administrators over allowances and disputes their comparison with university lecturers' conditions of service, arguing that such comparisons create tension among labour groups. GAUA is currently on strike over concerns about conditions of service and allowances.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Volta Regional Minister has donated two passenger tricycles to Ho Teaching Hospital to establish an internal patient shuttle service, aimed at improving mobility and convenience for patients navigating the hospital's expansive campus, particularly elderly, post-operative, and mobility-challenged patients.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Akatsi South Municipality is currently managing 608 hypertension cases as part of a broader effort to address non-communicable diseases in the area. The Municipal Director of Health Services said the directorate had intensified early detection through mass screening and ranked fourth among 18 districts in the Volta Region on performance indicators.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Road Safety Authority is investigating whether a broken-down tricycle caused a chain of collisions at Ofankor Barrier on the Accra-Nsawam Highway that killed 12 people and injured 22 others. Preliminary findings suggest the stationary tricycle prompted vehicles to stop, after which a tipper truck approaching at high speed crashed into the line.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Campaign Against Privatisation and Commercialisation of Education has rejected allegations that private school candidates were deliberately marked down in the 2026 BECE, describing such claims as misleading and cautioning that they could undermine public confidence in the examination system. CAPCOE said the marking process involves multiple quality-assurance layers and noted that candidates' schools are identified by codes rather than names on scripts.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Akatsi South Municipality recorded 177 teenage pregnancies between January and June 2026, accounting for 13.2 per cent of all pregnancies registered during the period and exceeding the national target of below 11.5 per cent. The Municipal Director of Health Services described teenage pregnancy as the municipality's "most troubling indicator" and announced plans for intensified adolescent sexual and reproductive health outreach and multi-sectoral response.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Fathiaya Nzhelayim Zakari, Advocacy and Engagement Officer at YEFL-Ghana, has called for the creation of safe and supportive spaces where young people can discuss mental health challenges without stigma or discrimination, saying such spaces are critical to breaking silence and building resilience among young people in northern Ghana. She noted that young people in the region face peculiar challenges including limited employment opportunities, fewer industries, dependence on climate-sensitive agriculture, and economic uncertainty, which can affect their mental wellbeing when support systems are inadequate.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Teaching Council launched the 2026 Ghana Teacher Prize in Accra, themed "Empowering Teachers, Architects of the Future," to honour outstanding pre-tertiary teachers for their dedication and contribution to education. The Education Minister reaffirmed government commitment to improving teacher welfare, citing measures including placing over 30,000 diploma-to-degree teachers on appropriate salary scales and working toward a 20 per cent rural housing allowance.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Health Insurance Authority has released GH¢35,099,215.84 as first-quarter payment to 107 districts implementing the Free Primary Healthcare programme, launched in April, which allocates resources based on population size to provide preventive care at community level alongside the existing NHIS.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
An estimated 82,500 Ghanaians are actively using hard drugs such as heroin, cocaine, tramadol and methamphetamine, with the Ashanti Region accounting for nearly 20 per cent, according to a University of Ghana study cited by the Narcotics Control Commission director-general. The study found HIV prevalence among drug users in Ashanti at 6.6 per cent, nearly five times Ghana's national prevalence of 1.4 per cent.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A multiple-vehicle collision involving two tipper trucks, two commercial buses, two saloon cars and an auto rickshaw on the Accra-Kumasi Highway at Ofankor in the Ga North Municipality killed 11 people and injured 13. Preliminary information suggested a stationary vehicle on the highway may have contributed to the crash, though investigations were ongoing.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Bishop Dr Agyei Lawson, Chairman of the Christian Council of Ghana, has called on religious leaders to promote tolerance and dialogue to protect Ghana's peace, following a viral incident involving a pastor accused of making derogatory remarks about Prophet Muhammad. The appeal was made at a meeting between the Inspector-General of Police, the Police Management Board, and representatives of Ghana's Christian and Muslim communities discussing ways to prevent religious tensions from escalating.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dental braces, which are meant to correct orthodontic problems, have become a fashion accessory among young people who wear them without necessarily having a dental condition requiring treatment, raising questions about the regulation and assessment of who genuinely needs braces.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, the National Chief Imam's spokesperson, has urged Christians and Muslims to exercise restraint, patience and forgiveness following a viral incident involving a pastor arrested for allegedly making derogatory comments about Prophet Muhammad. He warned that Ghana must not allow anger over religious provocation to undermine decades of peaceful coexistence between the two faiths.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has called on Christian and Muslim leaders to use their moral authority to de-escalate growing religious tensions, citing recent incidents including provocative comments about the Prophet Muhammad, calls for extrajudicial violence, and the assault of a Christian cleric.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Inspector-General of Police has urged religious leaders to promote peace, restraint and tolerance while rejecting vigilantism and retaliatory violence amid concerns over possible religious tensions. He drew on teachings from the Quran and Bible to emphasize that disagreement over religion should never justify mob action or violence.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
SUNU Assurances Ghana LTD has donated essential supplies to the Paediatric Ward of Holy Family Hospital in Techiman as part of its corporate social responsibility commitment and ongoing investment in child healthcare.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs is creating a national database of shrines, religious sites and their operators to improve regulation, planning and recognition of traditional and faith-based institutions. The initiative aims to document Ghana's spiritual heritage, help government understand the scope of practice nationwide, and identify sites with historical significance for potential tourism development.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme expanded in Jirapa Municipality, adding 4,372 new vulnerable households to the scheme, increasing total beneficiaries from 2,553 to 6,932. The Municipal Chief Executive described the expansion as major support for households struggling to afford basic necessities.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ahmed Mustapha, 19, was convicted by the Asokwa Circuit Court Two in the Ashanti Region of robbing a 25-year-old man of his mobile phone and causing harm with a cutlass near the Presbyterian Church at Asabi. He was arrested by the Asokore Mampong Night Patrol team on July 21, 2026, and sentenced to 15 years' imprisonment with hard labour on August 10, 2026.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A collision between a MAN Diesel truck and a Toyota Hiace near Paradise Restaurant on the Accra–Kumasi highway on Wednesday killed one female passenger and left 14 others injured. According to an eyewitness, the truck moved into the opposite lane while attempting to make way for an improperly overtaking Toyota Vitz.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A 22-year-old man, Christian Owusu, has been sentenced to a minimum of 10 years in prison with hard labour for robbing a woman of her handbag in Kumasi on July 21. He pleaded guilty to the robbery charge before the Atasemanso Circuit Court and was remanded to Kumasi Central Prisons.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has urged Ghanaians to support home-based services under the Free Primary Healthcare programme, which will bring community health nurses and volunteers to conduct routine checks for conditions like hypertension and diabetes and identify pregnant women and newborns requiring further medical attention.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Media personality Tima Kumkum has confirmed she has been separated from her husband since April 1, 2025, with their divorce case currently before the court. She described herself as "partially single" and noted they have been living apart, though she praised her husband as a responsible father.
14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
A tipper truck and a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter bus collided at Ofankor Barrier near Accra, killing 12 people and injuring 22 others. The Ghana National Fire Service rescued trapped passengers and transported the injured to Achimota Hospital, while police have launched an investigation into the cause.
14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Contaminated equipment reused without proper sterilisation in barbering, tattooing, and circumcision can expose people to Hepatitis B through infected blood, warns the Programme Manager of the National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme.
14 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana Police and the National Signals Bureau arrested Masud Abdullah, an Imam, over remarks in a sermon allegedly urging violence against those who speak ill of Prophet Mohammed, and Daniel Junior Yaw Adjei over derogatory comments about the Prophet in a video. Police said both cases are under investigation and warned that comments capable of inciting violence, hatred, or public disorder constitute offences.
14 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Crime cases in Ashaiman have reduced following security measures implemented by the Municipal Security Council and community watchdogs, with neighborhood youth patrols and organized motorbike operators supporting police operations. The Ashaiman District Police Commander stated the area is now secure for investors and businesses because of tight security.
14 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Mood Digital Services Limited (MDSL) has donated IT equipment including 50 laptops, five iPads, servers, printers, projectors, and a drone to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) as part of its corporate social responsibility. MDSL's CEO said the company also plans to help NACOC develop a national incident reporting system with real-time reporting and data analysis capabilities.
14 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition has organized District Accountability Dialogues in two Ahafo Region districts to promote transparent and equitable education financing for girls and children with disabilities, bringing together local stakeholders to inspect fund allocation and advocate for stronger tracking of education money.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana has made more than GH¢11 million in debt-related payments and reduced its outstanding balance to GH¢3.17 million, announced at its 12th General Assembly in Ho. The Church attributed the progress to stringent financial measures introduced under its Moderator.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director-General of Ghana TVET Service has called for stronger government-Church collaboration to promote technical and vocational education as a sustainable solution to unemployment and economic dependency. He warned of a potential "time bomb" posed by young people outside formal employment and education systems, and stressed that skills acquisition is essential for building economic independence.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A disputed chief of Yiidana and his son were shot dead by three gunmen in the Gushegu Municipality in the Northern Region, rekindling a chieftaincy dispute with the Paboni community that has persisted for nearly four years over authority to enskin a chief.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Ghana told young people at the Empower Vault Summit that talent and aspirations alone are insufficient; they must develop courage, discipline and perseverance to achieve their potential, and should not let their backgrounds limit their ambitions.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Architect Nana Akua Birmeh advises Ghanaians to build homes they can afford to complete rather than starting ambitious dream-home projects that often remain unfinished for years. She recommends starting with a financially manageable property and enjoying it while gradually working towards a larger home.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Chief Imam brought together three men at the centre of Ghana's recent religious controversy—including a pastor allegedly assaulted and the Muslim man accused of striking him—in a symbolic handshake at Police Headquarters on Friday, August 14, signalling a call for peace and dialogue to prevent wider religious tensions.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Top social media platforms urged the Australian government not to rely heavily on early evidence that most children still use their products despite a landmark under-16 ban introduced in December, as lawmakers consider doubling maximum penalties to A$99 million and expanding regulators' investigative powers. Australia's eSafety Commissioner reported that roughly 80% of minors were still on social media months after the ban took effect but noted modest declines in underage accounts and said enforcement would drive further change.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Pastor Badu Kyenkyenhene, founder of Newspring Assemblies of God, will host the 2026 HigherLife Breakfast Meeting on October 31 at Golden Bean Hotel in Kumasi, themed "Faith for the Impossible," bringing together young people and believers for faith, worship, prayer and personal transformation.
14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
A 50-year-old man, Kwame Jack, was burnt to death by angry youth in Brodi, Tain District, Bono Region, after being accused of killing his 43-year-old wife, Abena Donkor, following a reported misunderstanding. Both bodies have been deposited at Nsawkaw Government Hospital Mortuary and police have launched investigations.
14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The District Chief Executive for Amansie Central in Ashanti Region has commissioned a new Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compound at Fenaso No. 3 to provide basic healthcare services closer to residents and reduce travel distances for medical care. This is the third health facility commissioned in the district since the DCE assumed office about one year and two months ago.
14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana changed from left-side to right-side driving on August 4, 1974, a decision made by the military government under General I. K. Acheampong to break from British colonial legacy and align with West African neighbours who already drove on the right.
14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu, Ghana's High Commissioner-designate to Nigeria, has encouraged PR students to supplement academic learning with internships, volunteering, and practical projects, arguing that hands-on experience is essential to becoming effective communication professionals.
14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohunu has called on Christian and Muslim leaders to demonstrate interfaith unity publicly through joint appearances, shared meals, and community engagement, rather than limiting tolerance messages to sermons. The appeal followed an incident in which a video of a Muslim cleric slapping a handcuffed Christian pastor at Police Headquarters circulated publicly.
14 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Inspector-General of Police has called on Christian and Muslim leaders to dedicate their Friday and Sunday services to messages of interfaith harmony, self-control, and the dangers of religious conflict, and to warn congregations against violence and frame Ghana's stability as affecting the next generation.
14 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Gushegu Municipal Chief Executive says the killing of a Yiidana and his son at the chief's palace was a targeted assassination. Three gunmen entered the palace on Tuesday night, shot the chief and his son dead; the chief's wife identified some of the attackers, and police are investigating.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Teachers and Educational Workers' Union has given government and education authorities a two-week ultimatum to address persistent discrimination and poor working conditions affecting non-teaching staff, including delayed remuneration, unfair labour practices, and limited career progression. Failure to resolve eight key demands by the end of the two-week period could trigger industrial action.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Peace Council has called on Ghanaians to exercise restraint over two separate recent incidents involving religious figures and social media footage, warning that inflammatory commentary could threaten religious and communal harmony. The Council urged the public, religious leaders, political actors, and media practitioners to avoid drawing premature conclusions and refrain from inflammatory commentary that could incite tensions.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Empower Vault Summit, held at the University of Ghana on August 14, brought together students, young professionals, entrepreneurs and policymakers to discuss leadership, personal development and entrepreneurship. Speakers encouraged young Ghanaians to develop a sense of purpose, embrace leadership and adopt an opportunity-driven mindset to contribute to national development.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Secondary Technical School honoured former Chief of Naval Staff Commodore Stephen Obimpeh and three other distinguished alumni during its 117th Founders' Day celebration, held under the theme "Developing Resilient Leaders Through Science, Technology and Character."
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Health Minister announced plans to expand the Free Primary Health Care programme to all 261 districts by end of 2028, beginning with 150 districts prioritising underserved areas. The government will distribute over 24,000 pieces of medical equipment, with about 9,000 kits in the initial phase.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service called for stronger commitment to ensure effective implementation of the Free Primary Health Care programme, emphasizing the need to prioritise communities facing difficulties accessing essential healthcare and bring quality services closer to people rather than requiring long-distance travel.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Lands and Natural Resources Minister says government operations have arrested 258 people and seized large quantities of mining equipment in forest reserves as of July 2026, but prosecution of the arrested suspects remains the main challenge. The Ministry is engaging the Attorney-General's Department to address difficulties in prosecuting illegal mining cases.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Inspector-General of Police met with religious leaders at the National Police Headquarters to address rising tensions following recent religious controversies, including an incident where a pastor was allegedly slapped. The IGP stressed that arrests alone will not secure peace, and called on Christian and Muslim leaders to preach unity and counter hateful rhetoric.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A 22-year-old man, Christian Owusu, was sentenced to a minimum of 10 years' imprisonment with hard labour for robbing a woman of her handbag in Kumasi on July 21. He pleaded guilty before the Atasemanso Circuit Court and has been transferred to Kumasi Central Prisons.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A warehouse in Kwadaso, Anyinam near Pat-Doramo International School caught fire this afternoon; personnel from multiple fire service stations deployed to contain the blaze and prevent spread to nearby structures, with cause yet to be determined.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →