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Politics

NDC chairman dismisses NPP attacks on Ghana Gold Board

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National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia rejected opposition criticism of the Ghana Gold Board, describing it as political distraction from the government's gold purchase programme. The NPP has questioned the institution's financial performance, with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin citing reported losses of about GH¢1.7 billion, though the GoldBod CEO has rejected the claim.

1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Politics

  1. NDC chairman dismisses NPP attacks on Ghana Gold Board

    National Democratic Congress chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia rejected opposition criticism of the Ghana Gold Board, describing it as political distraction from the government's gold purchase programme. The NPP has questioned the institution's financial performance, with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin citing reported losses of about GH¢1.7 billion, though the GoldBod CEO has rejected the claim.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. A-Plus escapes confrontation during violent Winneba land dispute

    Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng (A-Plus) narrowly escaped an attack by angry New Winneba residents after visiting the Effutu North District Police Command to investigate a violent clash that left three dead and 15 injured. The violence reportedly stemmed from a land dispute involving residents from Gomoa and New Winneba communities.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. OSP Act lacks adequate checks on Special Prosecutor, legal expert says

    Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu says Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017, failed to provide adequate checks and balances to control the occupant of the office, contributing to tensions surrounding the OSP and its current leadership. He argued the law did not anticipate the possibility that an occupant might not meet public expectations or conduct himself in ways that erode public trust.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Public trust crisis around Special Prosecutor fueling OSP attacks

    Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu suggests that growing attacks on the Office of the Special Prosecutor are partly driven by declining public trust in Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, as the officeholder becomes the institution's public face and criticism of their conduct spills over to affect the institution itself.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Special Prosecutor office needs stronger oversight, legal expert says

    Legal practitioner Martin Kpebu says the Office of the Special Prosecutor requires stronger institutional oversight to prevent its leadership from undermining public confidence, citing controversies over the past year and a half and weaknesses in the legal framework that established the office.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Constitutional reform requires broad consensus across parties

    Lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor, newly appointed Secretary of the Constitution Review Implementation Committee, said Ghana's constitutional reform cannot be driven by one political party and requires constant agreement and compromises among stakeholders. He said the committee's role is to provide technical support and facilitate discussions rather than determine policy positions.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Constitution Review Committee won't decide reform bill content

    The secretary to the Constitution Review Implementation Committee says the committee's role is technical, not political—to relay stakeholder views to government and facilitate discussions rather than determine which proposals become bills. Constitutional reform requires broad agreement because of parliamentary and referendum thresholds involved.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. NPP marketer granted GH¢100K bail over EOCO threats

    Kweku Osei Korankye Asiedu, a marketer and NPP communicator, has been granted bail of GH¢100,000 on charges of threatening staff of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) with death, offensive conduct, and publication of false information. He pleaded not guilty and was ordered to deposit his passport and Ghana Card at court, with the case adjourned to November 3, 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. NPP chairman hopeful pledges support for Bawumia's 2028 bid

    Boakye Kyeremanteng Agyarko, an NPP National Chairman hopeful, has pledged to do everything within his capacity to support Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to win the 2028 presidential election. Agyarko said the party's defeat in 2024 resulted from insufficient motivation at the grassroots and inadequate preparation, and that his focus if elected National Chairman would be to rebuild the party from the ground up.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Minister Zanetor pledges research-to-jobs translation program

    The Minister for Environment, Science and Technology has pledged to harness science, technology and innovation to create jobs, strengthen local industries and drive Ghana's economic development, emphasizing that scientific research must move beyond academic institutions into practical partnerships with government, the private sector, civil society, communities and universities.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Kpebu's petition against Special Prosecutor stalled by political settlement

    Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu says his petition against Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has been put on ice following a political settlement, though it remains before the Chief Justice. He claims the petition contains substantial evidence but has stalled due to what he describes as political intervention.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Kpebu threatens to publish petition if case dismissed

    Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has vowed to publish the full contents of his petition against Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng if the case is dismissed. Kpebu says the petition, which was forwarded to the Chief Justice, remains pending due to what he describes as a political settlement.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Central Regional Minister inspects development projects in Assin South

    Ekow Panyin Okyere Eduamoah, Central Regional Minister, inspected ongoing and completed development projects in Assin South District as part of the government's "Accounting to the People Tour." Among completed projects were classroom blocks, health centres, and boreholes, while the minister also commissioned a three-unit classroom block and a CHPS compound.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Karaga MP vows to beat NDC through development record

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, speaking after commissioning a CHPS compound in Kpukpalga, pledged to intensify development projects in his Karaga constituency and compete fiercely with the NDC. He criticized the NDC government's construction of a second CHPS compound at the same location, arguing the resources should instead fund nurses' quarters.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Ketu North MP outlines education, health, agriculture gains

    Eric Edem Agbana, MP for Ketu North, outlined interventions in education, health, agriculture and infrastructure at his quarterly accountability forum, including scholarships for over 800 tertiary students, support for 1,200 teachers' professional development, and furniture provision to all four second-cycle institutions in the constituency.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Misinformation and deepfakes threaten Ghana's democratic stability

    The National Commission for Civic Education has warned that misinformation, disinformation, hate speech and deepfakes pose a serious threat to Ghana's democratic stability and social cohesion. The NCCE Chairperson said the rapid evolution of digital communication has made it increasingly difficult for citizens to distinguish facts from falsehoods, and that convincing fabricated images, videos and audio recordings mean citizens can no longer rely solely on what they see or hear as evidence.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Media freedom is security strategy, not threat – Government spokesman

    Ghana's Presidential Spokesman Felix Kwakye Ofosu said media freedom is a security strategy rather than a threat, calling for strong media-national security cooperation. He argued that Ghana's stability stems from press freedom, not censorship, and that a free press acts as a pressure valve for citizen grievances.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Former President Akufo-Addo mourns late Overlord at Gbewaa Palace

    Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo visited Gbewaa Palace in Yendi to mourn the late Overlord of Dagbon, Ndan Ya-Na Abukari Mahama II. He praised the late Ya-Na's reign for bringing lasting peace to Dagbon after years of chieftaincy disputes and said he had been honoured to work closely with him since his enskinment in 2019.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. RTI Commission launches 2026 information month campaign

    The Right to Information Commission will run its 2026 RTI Month from September 1 to September 28, featuring media outreach activities in Accra, Kumasi, Sunyani and Bolgatanga to promote effective implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2019 and deepen public understanding of access to information rights.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  20. Ghana paid GH¢10.82 billion in August 2026 debt payment

    Ghana paid GH¢10.82 billion to Domestic Debt Exchange Programme bondholders on 19 August 2026 entirely in cash, bringing total DDEP payments since 2025 to GH¢41.36 billion. The article traces Ghana's debt crises from independence through the 2022 DDEP, during which the government had to restructure obligations held by domestic banks, pension funds, insurers, institutions and citizens.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  21. NDC leaders ignoring grassroots members post-election, columnist says

    A Chronicle opinion piece criticizes National Democratic Congress members of Parliament and ministers for refusing calls from party grassroots supporters who campaigned for the party's election victory, describing the behavior as disrespectful.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  22. Former Finance Minister demands BoG Governor step down from GoldBod board

    Karaga MP and former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has called for the removal of the Bank of Ghana Governor from the Ghana Gold Board's board, citing conflict of interest since the central bank finances the gold purchase programme while also recording losses from it.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Court dismisses Ameyaw Ekumfi's bid to halt Skytrain trial

    The Court of Appeal has rejected an application by Prof Christopher Ameyaw Ekumfi, former Board Chair of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund, to stay proceedings in the ongoing Skytrain trial, finding he had not demonstrated exceptional circumstances. The accused persons are expected to file their defences by September 23, 2026, as the trial proceeds over allegations that $2 million was paid for the Skytrain project without board approval.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Ghana Customs urges travelers to declare foreign currency before departure

    The Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division has advised travelers carrying foreign currency to declare it at a dedicated office in the departure area before checking in luggage. Amounts over US$10,000 or its equivalent require declaration; amounts exceeding US$50,000 also require supporting bank documentation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Mahama urges Non-Aligned Movement toward coordinated action

    President Mahama challenged the Non-Aligned Movement to translate its commitments into coordinated action capable of producing practical outcomes on global challenges, rather than relying solely on declarations. Speaking at a 65th anniversary commemoration in Belgrade, he said the movement's strength should be measured by its ability to use collective influence through coordinated diplomacy, and that principles from the 1961 founding conference remain relevant amid growing global tensions.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Interior Ministry permit required to import arms, ammunition

    The Ghana Revenue Authority has cautioned that firearms and ammunition cannot be imported as personal effects and require prior approval from the Ministry of the Interior. Customs officers will examine items upon arrival to verify the necessary permit, which must be obtained before importation to avoid delays or detention.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Mahama calls for Global South unity at Non-Aligned Movement summit

    President Mahama addressed a commemorative meeting in Belgrade marking the 65th anniversary of the Non-Aligned Movement, urging members to build on shared interests to strengthen their collective voice and ensure greater influence for the Global South in international affairs. He said Ghana remains committed to working with NAM members to strengthen multilateralism and establish a fairer international order.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Kurt Okraku remains silent on third-term GFA presidency bid

    Ghana Football Association president Kurt Okraku has declined to confirm whether he will seek a third term when GFA elections are held in 2027, following an amendment in 2025 that allows presidents to serve up to three terms. Reports have also linked former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew with a potential bid for the GFA presidency.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Environment Minister pledges sustainable use of Ghana's natural resources

    Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, has pledged to protect Ghana's natural resources and promote their sustainable use for present and future generations, framing the environment as a national inheritance rather than a resource to exploit. She acknowledged significant environmental challenges including climate change, illegal mining, pollution, degradation and waste management, pledging to work with scientists, researchers, innovators, environmentalists, state institutions, businesses and local communities.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. NPP defeat due to demoralised base and poor preparation

    Boakye Kyeremanteng Agyarko, an NPP National Chairman hopeful, attributed the party's 2024 election defeat to inadequate preparation and lack of motivation among grassroots supporters, saying there was a general sense of demoralisation within the party. He pledged to rebuild confidence among the party base ahead of the 2028 election and support Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's efforts to return to power.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. RTI Commission plans September month on information integrity

    Ghana's Right to Information Commission has announced a month-long programme for September 2026 to mark RTI Month, focusing on tackling information disorder and promoting access to credible information in the digital environment under the theme "Upholding Information Integrity in the Digital Age."

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. NPP urges government to complete delayed Agenda 111 hospital projects

    The Ashanti Regional branch of the opposition NPP has called on the NDC government to urgently complete stalled Agenda 111 hospital projects in the region, citing residents' struggles to access healthcare while the facilities remain incomplete.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  33. Ayariga targets GH¢20bn annual property revenue for assemblies

    The minister-designate for local government says Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies could mobilise close to GH¢20 billion annually from property rates if revenue potential is properly identified, valued and collected. He cited this as a priority to strengthen assemblies' internally generated revenue capacity and reduce their dependence on central government transfers.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  34. Supreme Court nominee: AI will only replace lazy lawyers

    Justice Edward Amoako Asante, a Supreme Court judge nominee, told Parliament's Appointments Committee that AI is unlikely to replace diligent lawyers but could render lazy lawyers redundant. He advocated integrating AI into Ghana's judicial system to improve efficiency, strengthen legal research, and expedite case determination, citing experience with AI adoption at the ECOWAS Court of Justice.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  35. AG, Special Prosecutor offices clash over collaboration

    A rift appears to be widening between the Office of the Attorney General and the Office of the Special Prosecutor, with the OSP's Director of Strategy, Research and Communications claiming the AG's office has declined multiple collaboration requests on cases, though both heads publicly maintain there are no significant issues between them.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  36. Boakye Agyarko denies proverb targeted Bawumia

    Former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko has clarified that a Twi proverb he used was not directed at NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, but was instead a warning against money's growing influence in the party's internal elections and a caution against repeating practices that have produced undesirable outcomes.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  37. National Security proposes closer media collaboration on information verification

    The National Security Secretariat has proposed a new working relationship with private media, including secure channels for rapid information verification during security incidents. A workshop organized by PRINPAG and the National Security Secretariat brought together 45 editors, reporters, publishers and media owners to discuss balancing national security protection with press freedom.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  38. NCCE seeks closer media partnership for civic education

    The National Commission for Civic Education has called for stronger collaboration with the media to promote constitutional awareness and responsible citizenship, citing the media's role in combating misinformation, disinformation, hate speech and deepfake content in Ghana's digital information environment.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  39. Expert warns high cost of politics weakens Ghana's democracy

    A legal practitioner warned at a CDD-Ghana workshop that the increasing monetisation of Ghanaian politics is weakening democratic institutions and allowing wealthy individuals with questionable interests to gain political influence. He called on media to investigate the financial interests behind political campaigns and urged Ghana's political system to promote integrity and commitment to public service over financial resources.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  40. Atta Akyea welcomes extra day for Signals Bureau trial cross-examination

    Defence counsel Samuel Atta Akyea said he had about 60 questions prepared for the fourth prosecution witness in the Kwabena Adu-Boahene trial but will reduce them to 40 within a three-hour court limit. The Accra High Court granted an additional day for cross-examination and adjourned the trial to September 2, 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Ablakwa urges African leaders to reshape approach to youth, resources, conflict

    Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has called on African leaders to adopt a new leadership paradigm that translates the continent's natural resources into opportunities for youth and addresses the deeper social and economic conditions driving instability, poverty, and migration. He told the African Union Executive Council's 26th Extraordinary Session that leaders must change their mindset and approach to governance beyond existing conflict prevention frameworks.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. Mahama unveils Accra Reset for fairer global economic order

    President John Mahama has unveiled the "Accra Reset", a strategic blueprint aimed at advancing a fairer global economic order through resource sovereignty, local industrialisation, fair trade and stronger South-South cooperation. Speaking at the 65th Anniversary High-Level Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement in Belgrade, he called for greater support for developing countries, particularly through increased climate finance and investment in renewable energy.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. Court grants Atta Akyea final chance to end witness cross-examination

    The Accra High Court has given counsel for former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahen a final opportunity to conclude cross-examination of the fourth prosecution witness, EOCO Staff Officer Frank Marshall Cromwell, with proceedings adjourned to Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The decision follows repeated requests by counsel Samuel Atta Akyea for additional time, including extensions granted on multiple occasions since July 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. Adu-Boahene trial adjourned to September 2, 2026

    The Accra High Court granted the defence counsel for former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene an extra day to cross-examine the fourth prosecution witness, Frank Marshall Cromwell of EOCO, and adjourned the case to September 2, 2026. The cross-examination concerns an investigation into the alleged diversion of GH¢49.1 million in public funds linked to a cybersecurity procurement deal, with the defence disputing the amount as GH¢38.15 million instead.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. NPP questions GoldBod's authority to operate forex bureau

    The NPP's Dr Mohammed Amin Adam said the Ghana Gold Board appears to be conducting foreign exchange sales and auctions, and questioned whether it has legal mandate under the Ghana Gold Board Act or licensing from the Bank of Ghana to do so.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. Security chief urges journalists to report responsibly

    The National Security Coordinator has called on journalists to practise responsible reporting through accurate verification, fair coverage, and a focus on accountability rather than sensationalism, saying the media forms part of the country's security architecture and serves as an important source of open-source intelligence.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  47. MP rejects NPP's claim of 16,000 ounces missing gold

    Finance Committee MP Atta Issah has dismissed the opposition NPP's assertion that 16,000 ounces of gold are unaccounted for in Ghana's gold reserves, saying the NPP's calculation method fails to account for gold disposals and is inconsistent with accepted accounting principles.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  48. NPP Ayawaso West Wuogon election dispute moves to court

    A dispute over NPP constituency-level elections in Ayawaso West Wuogon has escalated into legal action, with party members claiming their names were removed from polling station rolls and that an election held on August 9, 2026, proceeded despite a court injunction against it.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  49. Mahama honours Nkrumah's role in Non-Aligned Movement founding

    President Mahama praised Ghana's first President Dr Kwame Nkrumah's pioneering role in founding the Non-Aligned Movement during the Cold War era, speaking at the 65th Anniversary Conference of NAM in Belgrade, Serbia. Mahama noted that Ghana's anti-colonial struggle and NAM history are inextricably linked, with Nkrumah among the foremost leaders who gave political expression to the movement at the historic 1961 Belgrade Conference.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Business

  1. Telecel Ghana launches SME Month to support business growth

    Telecel Ghana has launched its annual Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SME) Month campaign, themed "Connect to Growth: Unlock More," offering practical business support, digital solutions, and growth opportunities to SMEs. The initiative, led by Telecel Business in partnership with the Ghana Enterprises Agency, includes a free regional training programme covering business skills, mentorship, and content creation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Nigeria's economy expands 4.4% in Q2 2026, driven by oil and non-oil sectors

    Nigeria's economy grew 4.43% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, up from 3.89% in the first quarter, with growth accelerating in both the oil and non-oil sectors. However, the growth remains below President Tinubu's 7% annual target for 2027.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Range Rover launches first fully electric model after delay

    Range Rover has unveiled its first fully electric model, the Range Rover Electric, to be built in Solihull, marking a major shift in its electrification programme. The launch is supported by new battery and electric drive unit production lines and training of around 10,500 workers across JLR's West Midlands sites.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. France imposes fast-fashion fees targeting Shein and Temu

    France has begun levying fees on fast-fashion items, potentially reaching nearly €20 per garment by 2030, under a June law targeting "ultra-fast fashion" companies like Shein, Temu and AliExpress. China's commerce ministry has called the French law discriminatory and a possible WTO violation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Trade Minister inspects Cape Coast garment factory site

    Ghana's Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare inspected a proposed garment factory site in Cape Coast as part of the government's plan to establish factories in the Central, Eastern and Bono Regions. The site, made available by local chiefs and people, is expected to be ready within one to two months and forms part of the government's broader industrialisation and job-creation agenda.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. $270m poultry investment to create 12,000 jobs

    The 24-Hour Economy Secretariat has signed an agreement with four investment partners for a US$270 million National Poultry Transformation Programme to boost domestic poultry production and create 12,000 direct jobs. The initiative will develop an integrated poultry value chain and is expected to produce 20,000 tonnes of dressed and processed broiler products annually in its first phase, reducing Ghana's dependence on imported poultry.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. SIGA's GH¢19.8bn SOE profit claim influenced by currency gains

    Vice President of IMANI Africa Bright Simons has questioned the State Interests and Governance Authority's reported GH¢19.8 billion combined net profit by Ghana's state-owned enterprises in 2025, arguing that currency-related gains significantly influenced the results and that removing currency movements reveals a less favourable underlying performance.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Bank of Ghana defends non-interest banking as commercial, not religious

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama assured Ghanaians that non-interest banking is a commercial financial service open to all, regardless of religious belief, and not a tool to advance any religious doctrine. The BoG emphasized it is providing a regulatory framework to expand financial inclusion and ethical banking options as a complement to, not replacement of, conventional banking.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Internet banking transactions surge 80.7% to GH¢383.82bn

    Internet banking transactions in Ghana grew 80.7% to GH¢383.82 billion in 2025, with transaction volume rising to 47.6 million from 26.1 million in 2024. Mobile banking also surged, with transaction values growing 130.5% year-on-year, reflecting growing public confidence in digital funds transfer and the shift from cash to cashless payments.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Ghana's state-owned enterprises record GH¢176.43 billion revenue in 2025

    State-owned enterprises in Ghana recorded total revenue of GH¢176.43 billion in 2025, a 28.12 per cent increase from GH¢137.64 billion in 2024, with net profit after tax reaching GH¢19.80 billion, according to the State Ownership Report released by the State Interests and Governance Authority.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Ghana payment transactions reach GH¢9.45 trillion as cheques decline

    Ghana's total GIS transaction value increased to GH¢9.45 trillion in 2025 from GH¢6.13 trillion in 2024, though transaction volume fell due to digital adoption. Cheque volumes declined by 4.8% to 5,519,570 transactions, while their total value grew marginally by 7.9% to GH¢415.20 billion.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. AfCFTA launches digital trade corridor with Quest Ghana

    The African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat and Quest Ghana have established a Digital Trade Corridor to provide digital infrastructure for cross-border trade, helping businesses, SMEs, informal traders and farmers access larger African markets more efficiently.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  13. Gold Coast customers petition Mahama for GH¢3.6bn payment

    Customers of the defunct Gold Coast Fund Management have petitioned President Mahama seeking urgent payment of an estimated GH¢3.6 billion in outstanding funds. According to the convenor of the aggrieved customers, the total amount originally owed was more than GH¢5.5 billion, with partial payments having been made in 2023 and 2024.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. ECG loses about 27% of electricity through system losses

    According to an electrical engineer, the Electricity Company of Ghana loses about 27 per cent of electricity it receives for distribution due to technical and commercial challenges, which has weakened ECG's finances and affected its ability to pay independent power producers and other suppliers. Technical losses occur through transmission and distribution infrastructure, while commercial losses result from illegal connections, meter tampering, inaccurate billing and revenue collection failures.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Customs clarifies duty rules for gifted goods arriving in Ghana

    A revenue officer at Accra International Airport has clarified that travellers bringing multiple bags of new clothing and other items as gifts must declare them and may be required to pay customs duties depending on the quantity, value, and nature of the goods, even though they are intended as gifts.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. GRIDCo operating profit falls 89% but net profit surges in 2025

    Ghana Grid Company Limited's operating profit dropped 89.45 per cent from GH¢955.19 million in 2024 to GH¢100.82 million in 2025, though net profit increased 89.02 per cent to GH¢584.46 million, driven largely by increased finance income rather than improved core operations.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Amin Adam questions GoldBod's GH¢5.45 billion reported surplus

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has challenged GoldBod's reported GH¢5.45 billion surplus for 2025, arguing that GH¢4.54 billion of it was a government capital injection credited on December 30, 2025, which should not be counted as revenue under standard accounting rules. He stated that of the remaining GH¢909.9 million, about GH¢827 million was fee income from the Bank of Ghana, and questioned how GoldBod could report a surplus while the institution providing the funds recorded a loss.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. GIIF records GH¢1.62bn loss in 2025 after GH¢2bn profit

    The Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund posted a net loss of GH¢1.62 billion in 2025, reversing the previous year's GH¢2 billion profit due to a sharp income decline, rising operating costs, and a GH¢1.87 billion foreign-exchange loss driven largely by Ghana cedi movement.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. UMB first Ghana bank approved for virtual accounts

    Universal Merchant Bank has become the first bank in Ghana to receive approval from both the Bank of Ghana and the Securities and Exchange Commission to offer virtual accounts to eligible businesses in the virtual asset ecosystem.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. Star Oil holds petrol price, raises diesel amid crude price increases

    Star Oil held petrol at GH¢14.97 per litre but raised diesel from GH¢16.47 to GH¢16.97 per litre from Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies attributed the adjustments to crude oil prices rising 1.75% to US$92.11 per barrel and finished petroleum product prices increasing internationally, despite the cedi appreciating 3.64% against the dollar.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Telecel Ghana CEO calls for agile mining workforce

    Telecel Ghana CEO Patricia Obo-Nai urged Ghana's mining industry to prioritise developing adaptable talent and continuous learning to leverage artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, arguing that organisations must recruit for adaptability, curiosity and learning agility rather than filling today's vacancies.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Ghana Digital Centres' net loss nearly triples to GH¢6.06m in 2025

    Ghana Digital Centres Limited recorded a net loss of GH¢6.06 million in 2025, nearly tripling from GH¢2.20 million in 2024, as total revenue fell 24.41 per cent to GH¢7.99 million according to the State Ownership Report.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Fidelity Bank hosts debt capital markets conference on Ghana growth

    Fidelity Bank Ghana convened a Debt Capital Markets Conference with the Bank of Ghana, Ministry of Finance, Ghana Stock Exchange, and institutional investors to discuss converting macroeconomic stability into long-term capital for productive investment. The conference, themed "Lower Rates, Higher Opportunity," focused on shifting the national conversation from economic stabilisation to building foundations for sustainable growth through debt capital markets.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Bank of Ghana exits gold-buying; GoldBod assumes all programme risk

    The Bank of Ghana has transferred its Domestic Gold Purchase Programme entirely to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) as of July 2026, moving an estimated GH₵22 billion in losses from 2025 off the central bank's books. GoldBod now finances its own gold purchases from commercial banks and off-takers, taking on all trading and pricing risk that the central bank previously absorbed.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. GEA consults stakeholders on new MSME support strategy plan

    The Ghana Enterprises Agency has begun stakeholder consultations to shape its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan for strengthening support to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, focusing on areas including enterprise competitiveness, access to finance, digital transformation, market access, skills development, and inclusive entrepreneurship.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Ghana records $4.3bn trade surplus in Q1 2026

    Ghana recorded a trade surplus of $4.3 billion in the first quarter of 2026, driven largely by strong gold exports of US$5.9 billion, though the Government Statistician cautioned that stripping out rising prices reveals Ghana actually imported more goods than it exported.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Japan Motors Ghana appoints Amine Kabbara Managing Director

    Japan Motors Trading Company Limited has appointed Amine Kabbara as Managing Director, succeeding Salem Kalmoni who has been promoted to Group Chief Executive Officer of Japan Motors Network. Kabbara, who brings over 16 years of professional experience in the automotive sector, previously served as General Manager for Sales and Marketing.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. GoldBod defends $1.315bn forex generation under GANRAP policy

    The Ghana Gold Board has defended its $1.315 billion in foreign exchange generation in August, stating the transactions are part of the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy (GANRAP), approved by Cabinet and Parliament, aimed at building Ghana's gold and foreign exchange reserves to stabilize the cedi.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Sherif Ghali steps down as Ghana Chamber CEO after decade

    Sherif Ghali has ended his ten-year tenure as Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs, which he founded in 2015 with 15 entrepreneurs and grew to over 19,000 members. He will now focus on the Ghana Youth Federation, of which he is President, and on broader work supporting Ghana's entrepreneurship ecosystem.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. Debit cards issued by banks fell 11.8% to 5.7m in 2025

    The number of debit cards issued by banks decreased by 11.8% to 5.7 million in 2025 from 6.5 million in 2024, mainly due to destruction and withdrawal of expired cards, while credit cards and active mobile money customers grew.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. Mobile money transaction values grew 50.8% to GH¢4.54 trillion in 2025

    Total mobile money transaction values in Ghana increased by 50.8% to GH¢4.54 trillion in 2025 from GH¢3.01 trillion in 2024, according to the Bank of Ghana's 2025 Payment Systems Oversight Annual Report. Active mobile money agents rebounded to 491,057 in 2025 from 404,370 in 2024, with Agent-to-Agent transactions accounting for 41.0% of total transaction values.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. GoldBod gold purchases contributed 1.3% to reserves growth

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam disputed claims that Ghana's gold purchase programme significantly boosted foreign exchange reserves, citing Bank of Ghana data showing gold contributed only US$60.9 million (1.3%) of a US$4.716 billion reserves increase, while actual gold holdings fell 39% from 30.5 tonnes to 18.6 tonnes.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. ATM numbers decline slightly as banks shift toward digital payments

    The number of ATMs deployed by banks fell by 0.5% to 2,272 at end-December 2025 due to decommissioning for operational efficiency, while POS terminals surged 16.2% to 18,117 over the same period. ATM and POS coverage remains low, with 10 ATMs and 80 POS devices per 100,000 adults, reflecting a shift toward mobile money services.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. GVCA urges pension funds to diversify beyond government securities

    Ghana's private capital ecosystem is attracting growing interest from institutional investors seeking opportunities beyond traditional instruments. The Ghana Venture Capital and Private Equity Association organised a matchmaking session to help pension funds understand alternative investment opportunities and deploy capital more effectively into the real economy.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. COCOBOD settles GH¢2.3bn DDEP bond obligations for 2026

    Ghana's Cocoa Board has completed its mandatory payment obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme by settling GH¢2.3 billion owed to bondholders, with total payments to DDEP bondholders in 2026 reaching GH¢2.68 billion including an earlier March coupon payment.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. GPRTU to announce new transport fares after fuel price hike

    The Ghana Private Road Transport Union will announce new transport fares by the end of the week following a rise in petroleum prices. The union had proposed a 30% increase in August but suspended it after government promised cost reductions; those reductions did not materialize, prompting the decision to raise fares.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. Impose strict KPIs on power managers instead of privatising ECG

    Electrical engineer Ing. Hesford Quaye-Larbi has urged the government to set strict key performance indicators for managers of Ghana's electricity distribution system instead of privatising the ECG, arguing that Ghanaian professionals could manage it effectively if given clear targets and held accountable.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. Ghana lost money selling gold despite exceptional price surge

    Former Finance Minister Amin Adam says Ghana's gold purchase programme lost about 17 per cent of the value of raw gold sold by the Bank of Ghana, despite gold prices rising 62.9 per cent in 2025. He attributes the losses to exchange rate differences, discounts to foreign buyers, and transaction fees rather than market conditions.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. NPP demands accountability on Ghana gold trading programme losses

    Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has called for full disclosure and accountability regarding reported losses in Ghana's gold trading programme, citing discrepancies between figures in the IMF Country Report (approximately GH¢22 billion economic cost), the Bank of Ghana's reported loss (GH¢9.05 billion), and GoldBod's reported surplus. Dr Amin Adam said the NPP is seeking answers and supporting documents, including a formal reconciliation of these figures from the relevant institutions.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. TDC Development Company triples net profit to ¢195.6m in 2025

    Tema-based state housing and real estate developer TDC Development Company more than tripled its net profit to GH¢195.61 million in 2025 from GH¢59.99 million in 2024, with operating profit rising to GH¢257.48 million and the company maintaining zero interest-bearing debt.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Rising fuel costs will push up transport fares, COPEC warns

    The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers says continued increases in fuel prices will put pressure on public transport fares as operators struggle with rising diesel and petrol costs. He cautioned that while fare adjustments may become necessary, they must be coordinated to protect commuters from excessive and inconsistent charges.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. Rapid urban expansion strains Ghana's electricity infrastructure

    Electrical engineer Hesford Quaye-Larbi has warned that rapid urban expansion is placing severe pressure on Ghana's electricity infrastructure, causing overloaded transformers, technical losses, and unreliable power supply, as demand from new communities and rising household consumption exceeds the capacity of existing distribution lines.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. COCOBOD pays GH¢2.3bn in DDEP bond obligations

    The Ghana Cocoa Board has settled GH¢2.3 billion in outstanding payment obligations to bondholders affected by the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme for the 2026 financial year, bringing its total DDEP payments for the year to GH¢2.68 billion. The Board also previously settled GH¢162 million owed to non-participating Cocoa Bill holders in July 2026.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  44. GoldBod denies unlawful forex trading without Bank of Ghana approval

    The Ghana Gold Board has dismissed opposition NPP allegations that it is unlawfully conducting foreign exchange sales without Bank of Ghana authorisation, saying its forex operations have full central bank alignment and regulatory approval and allow commercial banks to participate without breaching BoG guidelines.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Telecel Ghana launches September SME Month campaign for entrepreneurs

    Telecel Ghana has launched a month-long SME Month campaign in September under the theme "Connect to Growth; Unlock More," offering digital solutions, capacity-building programmes, and business opportunities to help small and medium-sized enterprises strengthen operations and achieve sustainable growth. The campaign centres on three pillars—skills, technology, and opportunities—and includes free practical training through a partnership with the Ghana Enterprises Agency.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. Manya Krobo Community Bank profit after tax rises 131 percent

    Manya Krobo Community Bank posted a 131% increase in profit after tax to GH¢9.3 million in 2025, driven by 45% growth in net operating income to GH¢59.8 million. The bank's total assets expanded 27% to GH¢335.1 million, while gross loans and advances rose 35% to GH¢99.6 million.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  47. Bayport Ghana reports 27.4% revenue growth, doubled EBITDA in 2025

    Bayport Ghana's gross revenue increased to GH¢541.7 million in 2025, with adjusted EBITDA more than doubling to GH¢112 million. The financial services company attributed strong performance to improved operational efficiency, increased local economic contribution, and continued investments in financial inclusion and employee development.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Mining & Energy

  1. Oil prices rise amid renewed US-Iran Middle East tensions

    Oil prices gained on Tuesday as renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran in the Middle East raised fears of supply disruptions, with Brent crude up 0.6% to $91.05 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate up 1% to $86.59. The escalation, including President Trump's threat of further strikes following Sunday's direct attacks, has raised concerns about potential damage to energy infrastructure around the Gulf and shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Abu Jinapor defends gold-purchase scheme, credits Bawumia

    Former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor has defended the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, crediting former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia with conceiving the policy during post-COVID economic difficulties. The programme, formally launched on June 17, 2021, involved the Bank of Ghana purchasing gold locally from licensed aggregators and mining companies to strengthen gold reserves and augment foreign exchange reserves.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. NAIMOS arrests ten illegal miners, seizes equipment

    The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, working with the Ghana Army and Police, arrested ten suspected illegal miners (three Chinese nationals and seven Ghanaians) during an operation at Kpali in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District, Savannah Region from 25 to 27 August 2026. The team seized two excavators, three excavator monitors, a Toyota Hilux, a fuel bowser, three firearms, 25 live cartridges, and other equipment, and dismantled 15 makeshift structures at the site.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ghana's gold programme lost money despite 62.9% price rise

    Former Finance Minister Amin Adam says Ghana's gold purchase programme incurred substantial losses in 2025 despite international gold prices rising 62.9 per cent, citing exchange-rate gaps, discounts to foreign buyers, and handling fees as major costs built into every transaction.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Electricity losses hit Ghana's power sector finances

    An electrical engineer has identified financial weakness as a major challenge for Ghana's power sector, attributing it to distribution losses of about 27%, which prevents companies from recovering revenue and meeting payment obligations to independent power producers and suppliers.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Accra Metropolitan University launches energy management postgraduate programme

    Accra Metropolitan University has launched an MSc Energy Management and Policy programme to equip professionals with policy, managerial, and technological expertise to support Ghana's transition to energy security. The university has also established an industry-oriented training centre to develop skills in renewable energy, electric mobility, and energy-efficiency technologies.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  7. Gold purchase programme addressed foreign exchange crisis

    The article credits Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme and Gold-for-Oil initiative with helping Ghana address a foreign exchange shortage that threatened fuel imports during global crises including COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine war.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  8. Adamus Resources and Ghana government agree turnaround roadmap

    Adamus Resources Limited has welcomed Ghana's government decision to provide a pathway for resolving issues at the company's mine. The company, Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, and Minerals Commission will develop a twelve-month roadmap for mine turnaround, supervised by a six-member management team with equal representation from Adamus and Government.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  9. GoldBod: private aggregators will pay local gold refining costs

    Ghana Gold Board says the cost of refining gold locally will be borne by self-financing gold aggregators and their approved foreign offtakers, not the state institution, under the mandatory local refining policy established by the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Local gold refining benefits economy but costs need monitoring

    Dr. Peter Tekper supports Ghana's mandatory local refining of gold doré before export, saying it helps retain economic value and create jobs, but warns that excessive refining costs could burden the Ghana Gold Board's profitability and financial position.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Government receives GH¢391m dividend from Perseus Mining

    Ghana's Finance Minister announced the government received GH¢391.2 million (US$35 million) dividend from Perseus Mining, a significant increase from the US$5 million paid the previous year, which the Minister attributed to the company's strong profitability and the government's sliding-scale royalty system.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Agriculture & Land

  1. Africa's food systems success should be measured by farmer earnings

    AGRA's new Impact, Learning and Foresight Report argues that Africa's food systems must be judged by what farmers earn, while noting that significant progress has been made in strengthening agrifood systems over two decades but more transformation work is needed on the continent.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Africa's agrifood systems show progress, more transformation needed

    An AGRA Impact, Learning and Foresight Report shows Africa has made significant progress strengthening its agrifood systems over two decades, with agriculture gross value-added growth rising from 2.3% to almost 4%, farm output doubling, farmer incomes doubling, and cereal yields increasing by about 40%; however, the report calls for greater alliance-building among governments, farmers, businesses, financiers and researchers to ensure production gains translate into income, dignity, resilience and opportunity for farmers.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghanaian entrepreneurs seek investment at Rwanda food forum

    Young Ghanaian entrepreneurs attending the Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali say they are confident of securing investments and partnerships to scale their agrifood businesses. The 20th edition of the Forum, scheduled for September 1–4, 2026, expects more than 5,000 stakeholders from over 50 countries.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. $270m poultry deal signed to create 12,000 jobs

    Ghana's 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Secretariat and four investment partners have signed an agreement for a US$270 million National Poultry Transformation Programme aimed at creating 12,000 direct jobs, reducing poultry imports, and boosting exports. The programme will expand domestic production across the entire poultry value chain, with first-phase output expected at 20,000 tonnes of dressed and processed broiler products annually.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  5. FAGE president urges investment in Ghana's horticulture sector

    The Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters president has called for increased investment in horticulture, highlighting Ghana's position as the world's leading yam exporter and its potential to generate substantial export revenue from mangoes, particularly given the country's ability to harvest in two seasons. The call comes ahead of the Ghana International Horticulture Expo scheduled for September 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  6. Ghana, Serbia explore deeper agricultural cooperation

    Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa held bilateral talks with his Serbian counterpart Marko Đurić on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement summit in Belgrade, focusing on deepening cooperation in agriculture and other areas of mutual interest. President John Dramani Mahama also met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, calling on NAM members to translate commitments into concrete action.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Society

  1. Ghana Health & Labour Summit addresses talent retention crisis

    Mentapulse Africa and the University of Ghana Business School will host the second annual Ghana Health & Labour Summit on October 8–9, 2026, to examine how workplace conditions, wellbeing and career opportunities influence skilled professionals' decisions to stay or leave Ghana. The summit, themed "Work and Wellness: Fixing Ghana's Talent Retention Crisis," will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and academics to address retention challenges across critical sectors.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Hotel manager convicted for unlawful refuse accumulation

    Hohoe Magistrate Court has convicted Dzikum Justice, Manager of Johnvic Memorial Hotel Ltd., for accumulating refuse behind the hotel premises contrary to the Public Health Act 2012. He pleaded guilty and was fined GHS 1,440, with a six-month prison sentence if he defaults; sanitary inspectors discovered the violation on September 25, 2025, and despite a notice to abate the nuisance, a follow-up inspection on May 12, 2026 found the problem ongoing.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Disability graduates set September 15 employment deadline for government

    The Coalition of Unemployed Graduates with Disabilities has threatened to resume picketing after September 15 if the government fails to present a concrete plan to employ qualified persons with disabilities. The coalition is calling for the immediate recruitment of about 400 unemployed tertiary-educated persons with disabilities into the public sector and demanding enforcement of employment quotas for private employers.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Three killed in New Winneba attack; officials appeal for calm

    Three people were killed and 19 injured after a group numbering about 300 people from four Gomoa communities allegedly attacked residents of New Winneba and a police officer at Effutu North District Police Command. The Effutu MCE and Gomoa Central DCE have appealed for calm and warned against reprisal attacks as security personnel have been deployed to the affected communities.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Court remands two men over alleged Indian hemp possession

    The Accra Circuit Court Nine remanded Torsu Assidam and Kofi Kesse for allegedly possessing 500 wraps of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp. Police arrested them on August 23, 2026, after they were found selling the substance at the Arts Centre; a third suspect, identified as Amando, remains at large.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Shop owner fined for refusing sanitation day participation

    Hohoe Magistrate Court sentenced provision shop owner Esther Ofori to a fine of GHS 240 and one month's imprisonment in default for refusing to participate in a communal clean-up exercise on National Sanitation Day organised by the Hohoe Municipal Assembly.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Parents welcome teacher strike suspension, demand deal implementation

    The National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations has welcomed the suspension of a planned nationwide pre-tertiary teacher strike following an emergency meeting between the Education Minister and teacher unions, saying the resolution protected the academic calendar and prevented disruption to learners. The Council urged full implementation of the agreement reached, including making January 2026 the effective date for substantive appointment of promoted teachers.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Ghana Baptist Convention ordains 92 new ministers

    The Ghana Baptist Convention has ordained 92 ministers, including eight women, during its 63rd annual session held in Ejura. The ordination ceremony followed a formal process involving theological training, vetting through interview and endorsement by the Ministers' Conference.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Kpone Kokompe records four confirmed measles cases

    Four measles cases have been confirmed in Kpone Kokompe in the Kpone-Katamanso Municipality. Health authorities are intensifying surveillance and contact tracing to contain the outbreak, and officials are urging parents to seek prompt medical care and avoid traditional remedies.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Romance scam cases against pastor and wife consolidated for High Court

    The Attorney-General's Department is consolidating two separate romance scam cases against Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng, a 35-year-old self-styled online pastor, and his wife Sally Akosua Amoasah, a Chartered Accountant, and transferring them to the High Court. The couple face multiple charges including conspiracy to commit crime and defrauding by false pretences, involving seven complainants, and both have pleaded not guilty.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Interior Minister urges students to persevere for academic success

    Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, the Minister for the Interior, told schoolchildren to persevere in their academic pursuits, recounting his own rise from humble beginnings as the son of a local food seller to minister. He stressed that determination, discipline, and hard work, rather than luck, are the keys to achieving life goals and overcoming challenges.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Quality education foundation for sustainable national development

    Education is presented as the most powerful tool for transforming individuals, communities, and nations, bridging poverty and prosperity. The article argues that lowering educational standards and permitting examination malpractice have devastating consequences, as poorly trained professionals in key sectors compromise societal wellbeing and national development.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  13. School placement results rescheduled from August 31 to September 4

    The Ministry of Education has postponed the release of 2026/2027 Computerised School Selection and Placement System results to Friday, September 4, following requests from parents, guardians, students, and school heads for more time to complete data submissions to WAEC and CSSPS platforms.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  14. Woman arrested for allegedly burying newborn grandchild in Eastern Region

    A 47-year-old woman and her 20-year-old daughter were arrested in Akyem Koforidua after residents reported witnessing the alleged burial of a newborn. The baby was discovered following police intervention, and both suspects are in custody as investigations continue.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  15. Lands Ministry cautions state of emergency not galamsey solution

    The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources warns that declaring a state of emergency is not an automatic fix for illegal mining, as restrictions and security operations are already being implemented in affected areas and a declaration could have wider consequences for communities.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. English proficiency should not limit potential, Prisons DG says

    The Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service urged Ghanaians not to equate success with English language proficiency, saying that inability to speak English fluently should not define a person's potential. She told about 200 stakeholders at the Image of a Woman Conference 2026 that people have unique talents regardless of formal education or English ability.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. IGP summons Volta commander over alleged police extortion of traders

    The Inspector-General of Police has summoned the Volta Regional Police Commander following concerns about alleged harassment, intimidation, unnecessary delays, and extortion of local traders by police personnel along the Aflao–Accra route. The Regional Commander has ordered all Divisional and District Commanders to meet to deliberate on the matter and take appropriate measures.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Travellers can carry maximum GH¢500 out of Ghana

    The Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division has reminded passengers that they are permitted to carry a maximum of GH¢500 in Ghanaian currency when travelling outside the country; excess amounts risk being seized at departure.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. UESD students urged to pursue careers, mental health, sustainability

    Drive to Inspire – Africa held an outreach at the University of Environment and Sustainable Development in Somanya, Eastern Region, encouraging students to develop their careers, strengthen mental well-being, and contribute to sustainable development through goal-setting, community problem-solving, and mindset cultivation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. Private school teachers departing amid poor conditions

    Joy Online reports a growing exodus of teachers from private schools, where educators often work without appointment letters or SSNIT contributions, face sudden dismissal, and earn between GH¢800 and GH¢1,200 while handling multiple subjects and high workloads. The departures leave classrooms unstaffed and harm students when teachers leave abruptly mid-term.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Telecel Foundation brings ultrasound services to Kpandai District

    The Telecel Foundation has extended its Rural Ultrasound Scan Initiative to Kpandai District in the Northern Region, providing free ultrasound screening and maternal health education to expectant mothers in partnership with the Divine Mother and Child Foundation. The initiative aims to bridge the gap in access to antenatal services in underserved communities by enabling early detection of pregnancy-related complications.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  22. Labour minister urges graduates to develop entrepreneurial skills

    At Valley View University's 34th graduation ceremony in Accra, where 1,156 students graduated, the Labour Minister urged graduates to acquire skills beyond academic certificates, including creativity, innovation and an entrepreneurial mindset, to meet changing global labour market demands shaped by emerging technologies like AI and fintech.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  23. Fire destroys homes, renders hundreds homeless in Asawase

    A fire starting from a wooden structure in a densely populated slum near Pelele river in Asawase, Asokore Mampong Municipality, rendered hundreds homeless on Thursday dawn. No injuries or deaths were recorded, though properties worth thousands of Ghana cedis were destroyed.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  24. Ashanti police arrest six in armed robbery syndicate

    The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested six suspected members of an organised armed robbery syndicate operating in Kumasi and surrounding communities in August 2026 following intelligence-led operations. Preliminary investigations have linked the suspects to street robberies at multiple locations, and police recovered a motorcycle, machetes, mobile phones, and other items believed to be stolen property.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  25. GAF recruitment portal opens September 4 with fairness emphasis

    The Ghana Armed Forces will open its recruitment portal on September 4, 2026 for the 2026/2027 intake, with applicants required to be Ghanaian citizens of good character, medically fit, and able to pass fitness tests. A Chronicle editorial urges GAF to ensure the process is transparent, fair, and safer than the 2025/2026 exercise, which was marked by a fatal stampede at El-Wak Stadium that killed six young women.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  26. GIS holds gender-based violence workshop for Northern staff

    The Ghana Immigration Service has held a workshop in Kumasi to strengthen the capacity of Gender-Based Violence and Protection focal persons in its Northern sector to address prevention and response to gender-based violence, sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  27. Ada Navy arrests armed men, criticizes police inaction

    The Ghana Navy Command in Ada says it arrested three armed men engaged in gangsterism after hearing gunshots from a family residence, but the police have not taken criminal action against them. The Navy retrieved two guns and cartridges from the men and declined a chief's plea for their release.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  28. Two dead, six injured in Accra-Kumasi Highway crash

    A DAF truck suffered brake failure on the Accra–Kumasi Highway at Dr Marbel Junction on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, causing it to crash into a VW Sprinter bus and a tricycle, killing two people and injuring six others. The Ghana National Fire Service rescued victims from the wreckage and transported them to hospital, urging motorists to prioritize vehicle maintenance.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Birth and death registration are mandatory legal requirements

    The Deputy Births and Deaths Registrar has reminded Ghanaians that registering births and deaths is a mandatory requirement for all citizens. He urged parents and families to register births after naming ceremonies and to prioritize death registration as part of funeral planning rather than delaying it until after burial.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. Mahama Ayariga calls for major waste management system overhaul

    Newly appointed Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs Mahama Ayariga has called for a major overhaul of Ghana's waste management system to make collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal more efficient, following a tour of waste management facilities in the Greater Accra Region.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. DTIA, partners equip UESD students with career and life skills

    Drive to Inspire–Africa organised a collaborative outreach with partners including UBA, Wholesome Mind Summit, Golden Coast Developers, and Ghana Armed Forces to equip University of Environment and Sustainable Development students with knowledge and guidance on career development, mental health, financial literacy, and sustainable development.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Police arrest six over alleged killing of tricycle rider

    The Upper East Regional Police Command has arrested six persons in connection with the alleged murder of a tricycle rider in Bolgatanga East District over his failure to make sales. According to preliminary investigations, the victim, Akolbila Blessing, was attacked and beaten on August 27, 2026, found unconscious the next day, and died on arrival at the hospital.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. OAA 2002 Year Group aids 18 children in back-to-school support

    The OAA 2002 Year Group supported 18 children of departed classmates with school supplies and financial assistance in its second annual Back-to-School Drive. The initiative, organised under the Children's Fund and Peer Emergency Assistance Fund, aims to meet educational needs and ease financial burden on families.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. IGP summons Volta Police Commander over trader extortion allegations

    The Inspector-General of Police has summoned the Volta Regional Police Commander following allegations of harassment, intimidation, delays and extortion by police personnel at checkpoints along the Aflao–Accra route. The Joint Association of Port Transport Unions has called for intervention over the alleged misconduct affecting local traders.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Anloga Junction traders protest relocation for bus terminal project

    Traders at Anloga Junction in Oforikrom Municipality have protested against an eviction notice, claiming the local assembly plans to hand over government land reserved for an interchange to a private developer instead. The Chief Municipal Engineer says the request for traders to vacate a specific portion of land is a temporary relocation for a bus terminal construction project, not an eviction from the entire station, and denies the assembly intends to release the land for private development.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. Shooting over land dispute injures seven in Central Region

    At least seven people, including a police officer, were injured in a shooting incident between residents of Gomoa Oguaakrom and New Winneba in the Central Region, reportedly over a longstanding land dispute. Gunfire was exchanged after residents of Gomoa Oguaakrom allegedly entered New Winneba and opened fire while attempting to lock up shops.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. Accra residents, businesses should pay for waste management

    Local Government Minister Mahama Ayariga has called for residents and businesses in Accra to pay directly for waste management rather than using the Common Fund, which he argues should support development across all local authorities nationwide.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. Palm oil ineffective and dangerous for kerosene poisoning

    A medical article warns against using palm oil to induce vomiting in cases of kerosene ingestion, explaining kerosene's dangers in households—particularly its risk of aspiration into the lungs when ingested by children, often through unsafe storage in beverage containers.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. IGP promotes inspector for bravery during Aboso fire

    Inspector Hance Atubra of Tarkwa Divisional Headquarters was promoted to Chief Inspector by the Inspector-General of Police on August 31, 2026, in recognition of his bravery and quick response in saving lives and protecting property during a fire outbreak at Aboso in the Western Region on August 26, 2026.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  40. Ghana National Fire Service responds to three fires across Accra

    The Ghana National Fire Service responded to three separate fire incidents in the Greater Accra Region on Sunday, August 30, 2026: a garage fire at Kaneshie Presby where firefighters salvaged a five-bedroom house, an ECG sub-station fire at Burma Hills that caused partial damage, and a domestic fire at Abelemkpe where cooling operations secured a four-bedroom apartment and other property. The causes of all three fires are under investigation.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  41. School placement results release delayed to September 4

    The Ministry of Education has postponed the release of 2026/2027 school placement results from August 31 to September 4 to allow parents, guardians, and heads of schools more time to submit and upload student data to WAEC and CSSPS platforms, noting that about 20,000 qualified students have yet to have their school choices uploaded.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  42. Two killed, two injured in Kumasi-Bechem Highway crash

    Two people died and two others were severely injured in a head-on collision between a KIA truck and a Benz bus at Amangoase on the Kumasi-Bechem Highway on Friday afternoon. Rescue workers and the Ghana National Fire Service assisted in freeing occupants trapped in the wreckage.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  43. Seven suspects arrested after violent New Winneba attack

    Seven suspects have been arrested in connection with a violent attack in New Winneba, Central Region, which resulted in three deaths and 19 injuries and is believed to have stemmed from a land dispute. Police have deployed additional personnel to the area to maintain peace and are continuing investigations to identify other persons involved.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. Three killed, 15 injured in New Winneba clashes

    Three people died and about 15 others were injured in violent clashes at New Winneba in the Central Region on Tuesday, September 1, when about 300 people allegedly armed with guns, stones, cutlasses and sticks from nearby communities attacked residents and vandalised properties. Police deployed personnel and reinforcements to contain the violence, with the cause of the clashes still under investigation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Dog show in Kumasi promotes animal welfare and training

    The August Classic 2026 Dog Show in Kumasi brought together dog owners, breeders, handlers and enthusiasts to showcase canine obedience, agility and training, while emphasizing the responsibility of dog ownership and proper animal care.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. Online pastor romance scam cases consolidated for High Court trial

    The Attorney-General's Department is consolidating two separate cases against Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng, a 35-year-old entrepreneur accused of defrauding women through romance scams, and transferring them to the High Court. Kwarteng and his wife Sally Akosua Amoasah are facing six counts of conspiracy to commit crime and defrauding by false pretences, among other charges, which both have denied.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  47. Ahmed Ibrahim warns successor against abandoning 24-hour market projects

    Outgoing Local Government Minister Ahmed Ibrahim has urged his successor, Mahama Ayariga, to ensure that 24-hour market construction projects under the government's 24-Hour Economy initiative are not abandoned like some E-Block and Agenda 111 projects. Ibrahim cautioned against investing public funds in development projects only to have them abandoned by successive administrations.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  48. VAST Ghana urges nationwide crackdown on cigarette-shaped lollipops

    Civil society group VAST Ghana has called for nationwide enforcement action against an unregistered product called "Cigarette Rod Lollipop" after the FDA, police, and National Security seized quantities from Accra markets and arrested a suspect. VAST Ghana is urging expanded surveillance, border controls, and laboratory testing of the confiscated products to protect children.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  49. Bright SHS becomes first private school in NSMQ semi-finals

    Bright SHS made history as the first private school to reach the semi-finals of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), defeating Chemu SHTS by one point (27–26) in the 2026 quarter-finals. The school advanced through its first-ever quarter-final appearance after eliminating Ghana Secondary Technical School in the one-eighth stage.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  50. Court remands two men for alleged narcotics possession

    The Accra Circuit Court remanded two men for allegedly possessing 500 wraps of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, seized during a police operation at the Arts Centre on August 23, 2026. The accused admitted the exhibits belonged to them and said they were given the items by a third person, Amando, to sell.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  51. FoSCel urges Ghanaians to know genotype, support sickle cell patients

    The Focus on Sickle Cell Foundation has called for increased public education and genotype awareness as Ghana marks Sickle Cell Awareness Month in September, noting that misconceptions and stigma create additional challenges for people living with Sickle Cell Disease. The Foundation stressed that genotype awareness should form part of broader health education and informed decision-making, not solely a marriage consideration.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  52. Tanker drivers demand union audit, elections amid poor representation

    Tanker drivers across Ghana have called for union audits and elections, alleging poor representation, lack of transparency, and failure to address welfare concerns. They cite a four-year mandate that has elapsed without elections and toll increases from GH¢10 to GH¢20 at loading points without adequate member consultation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  53. IGP deploys reinforcement team after New Winneba mob violence

    A mob of approximately 300 people from three communities attacked New Winneba Township on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, with guns, stones, cutlasses and sticks, leaving three dead and about 15 injured. The Ghana Police Service deployed reinforcements including armoured vehicles to restore order and protect residents.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  54. IGP deploys armoured vehicles after violence kills three in New Winneba

    The Inspector-General of Police has sent reinforcements, including two armoured vehicles, to New Winneba in the Central Region after a violent attack on September 1, 2026 left three people dead and about 15 others injured. A group of about 300 persons allegedly armed with guns, stones, cutlasses and sticks from three Gomoa communities attacked residents, stores and residences; police say the situation is currently under control but the motives remain unclear.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Culture

  1. Ghanaian-Dutch musician Fadu to attend World Youth Festival

    Musician Fadu will join 10,000 young leaders from 191 countries at the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Yekaterinburg, Russia, from 11 to 17 September 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Denkyirahene hosts sixth Akwasidae, urges unity and peace

    The Denkyirahene, Odeefo Boa Amponsem IV, hosted the sixth Akwasidae celebration at the Denkyira Traditional Council, calling on the people and chiefs to remain united and embrace peace to promote development and preserve Denkyira's cultural heritage. He urged youth to avoid actions threatening stability, encouraged leadership to resolve differences amicably, and appealed to the community to support initiatives in education, healthcare, sanitation, and agriculture.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Minister urges Ghana to develop stronger culture of reading

    At the opening of the 23rd Ghana International Book Fair, Tourism Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie called for a strong reading culture as essential for national transformation, citing reading's role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition as exemplified by South Korea's development model.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ga Mantse to attend Homowo festival in London, October 2026

    The Ga Mantse will attend the Grand Homowo UK Festival in London on October 3, 2026, organised by Ga Dangme UK & Ireland at Wandsworth Civic Centre. The festival will celebrate Ga heritage and traditions, marking the second time the Ga Mantse attends the UK event, with a theme commemorating 200 years since the Battle of Katamanso.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Media personality appointed PRO for 5th Praise Achievement Awards

    Precious Mawunya-ko, a media personality and brand strategist with over a decade of experience in radio broadcasting and communications, has been appointed Public Relations Officer for the upcoming 5th edition of the Praise Achievement Awards, which celebrates gospel music excellence across Ghana, Africa and the diaspora.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. GH¢1.5m raised for Wa Naa's Palace renovation and conference facility

    A fundraising gala in Wa has raised GH¢1.5 million in cash and pledges towards refurbishing the historic Wa Naa's Palace and constructing an ultra-modern conference facility within its precincts, as part of a broader Royal Heritage and Inner-City Redevelopment Project.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Perez Musik leads annual Glorified worship concert at Victory Bible

    Thousands of worshippers gathered at Victory Bible Church on 30th August 2026 for Perez Musik's annual Glorified concert, themed "His Grace and Mercy," featuring performances by emerging gospel artists, Kinzkid, Joe Mettle, and spoken word from Jeffery Nortey.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Keche's management split with MP wife does not affect marriage

    Joana Gyan Cudjoe, CEO of Golden Empire Legacy Limited and MP for Amenfi Central, has ended her seven-year management deal with her husband's music duo Keche after the 2019 contract expired. The parties clarified the separation is strictly professional and does not affect their personal or family relationship.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  9. Actress Ruth Kadiri reveals marriage fears, kept wedding private

    Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri disclosed that she had a phobia of marriage and feared the unknown, which led her and her husband to have a private ceremony with only 50 guests in November 2018 to avoid drama and public attention. The mother of two has since maintained a relatively private family life.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  10. Accra ranked 18th globally for nightlife by Time Out

    Time Out named Accra one of the world's top 20 nightlife cities for 2026, citing vibrant bars, clubs, and live music venues. The ranking was based on feedback from over 24,000 locals and assessments by Time Out editors, emphasizing Accra's affordability, community, and hospitality.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  11. Gospel musician Diana Hamilton experiences stage fright before performances

    Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Hamilton has revealed she experiences stage fright despite her acclaimed performances at major events, recounting occasions when she felt physically unwell before performing. She explained that what audiences perceive as her composure and stage presence results from focusing on instrumental loops to maintain her performance.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. KiDi releases third studio album 'Where Do We Go From Here'

    Ghanaian artiste KiDi has released his 15-track third studio album Where Do We Go From Here on August 27, 2026, featuring collaborations with Sarkodie and Lasmid and marking a new chapter after a decade in music.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Ga Twins Festival participants defend tradition against fetish claims

    Participants at the Ga Twins Festival have rejected misconceptions about the annual celebration, saying the traditional rites performed are part of Ga cultural heritage and should not be dismissed as fetish practices. The festival brings together twins and their families from communities across the Greater Accra Region to celebrate their heritage, perform traditional rites, and strengthen family and communal bonds.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. KiDi launches WDWGFH album with listening party event

    Ghanaian musician KiDi held an album listening party in Accra on Tuesday, August 25, bringing together industry colleagues, music lovers and members of the media for an early listen to songs from his album 'Where Do We Go From Here', which was released on Friday, August 28.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Ghanaian dancehall star Kaakie earns nursing doctorate, launches US mental health practice

    Dancehall musician Kaakie, born Grace Kaki Awo Ocansey, has earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice qualification and launched Kaylora Holistic Wellness & Recovery, a US-based mental health practice offering psychiatric, medication management, and therapeutic services including telehealth options. She studied nursing and midwifery at the University of Ghana before beginning her music career.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sport

  1. Piwak Natural Health wins football at JoySports corporate tournament

    Piwak Natural Health won the football competition at the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026, held at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on August 29, 2026. The annual event brought together corporate employees, executives and sports enthusiasts for various competitions including swimming, table tennis, chess, and a CEO penalty shootout.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2, Raphinha and Yamal each score twice

    Raphinha and Lamine Yamal both scored twice as Barcelona defeated Rayo Vallecano 5-2 to extend their winning streak to three La Liga games. Raphinha became the first player to score five goals in the opening three La Liga matches of a season since Lionel Messi in 2017, while 19-year-old Yamal surpassed 50 goals for the club.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Everton agrees £40m fee for Monaco striker Balogun

    Everton have reached a £40m deal for Monaco forward Folarin Balogun as they look to bolster their attack before the transfer deadline. Balogun, a United States striker who previously played for Arsenal, has scored 31 goals in 91 matches for Monaco.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Chelsea allows Mudryk to Spurs, Sanchez to Como

    Chelsea have accepted offers from Tottenham for wingers Mykhailo Mudryk and defender Tosin Adarabioyo, and from Italian side Como for goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, with the trio expected to leave subject to agreeing personal terms.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Saka scores as Arsenal beats Aston Villa

    Bukayo Saka scored the only goal as Premier League champions Arsenal beat Aston Villa. The match saw Villa go close when Emiliano Buendia's shot hit the crossbar, and Arsenal had a penalty awarded and then overturned following a VAR review.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Man City in talks with Chelsea over Enzo Fernandez transfer

    Manchester City have opened negotiations with Chelsea to sign midfielder Enzo Fernandez, with Chelsea demanding a minimum of £120m. Manager Enzo Maresca, who previously worked with Fernandez at Chelsea, is keen on the move, and personal terms are not an issue if the clubs can agree on a fee.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Manchester City agree £65m deal for Everton's Ndiaye

    Manchester City have agreed a deal worth up to £65m (£60m plus £5m in add-ons) to sign Senegalese winger Iliman Ndiaye from Everton, after Tottenham's parallel move for Ndiaye fell through when Richarlison failed to agree personal terms with Everton.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Balogun rejects Everton move; Grealish returns on loan

    Folarin Balogun decided not to proceed with a renegotiated £40m transfer from Monaco to Everton after a medical issue. Everton signed Jack Grealish on a season-long loan from Manchester City on transfer deadline day.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Enzo Fernandez completes record £125m move to Manchester City

    Manchester City have signed midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for £125m, a joint-British transfer record that takes City's spending to a Premier League-record £458m this window. Fernandez, who joined Chelsea from Benfica in 2023 for £107m, had requested to leave after becoming unsettled at Stamford Bridge.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Stan Kroenke buys Los Angeles Angels for $4bn

    Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke has purchased the Los Angeles Angels Major League Baseball franchise for a reported $4bn, a record price for an MLB team. Kroenke now owns teams in six major sporting leagues, including the Rams, Nuggets, Avalanche, Colorado Rapids, and Arsenal.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Richmond Gyamfi joins Egersunds IK on loan from AGF

    Ghanaian forward Richmond Gyamfi will join Norwegian side Egersunds IK on loan until the end of the season from Danish club AGF Aarhus, seeking regular playing time after limited opportunities at his parent club.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  12. Black Princesses squad named for 2026 U-20 World Cup

    Coach Charles Sampson has selected a 21-member squad for Ghana's U-20 Women's World Cup campaign in Poland, with the team to face Ecuador, Korea Republic, and France in group play.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  13. Accra Sports Stadium closed until Ghana's AFCON qualifier against Gambia

    The Accra Sports Stadium will remain closed for competitive football until Ghana's 2027 AFCON qualifier against The Gambia, the National Sports Authority director general has confirmed. Ghana Premier League clubs will need to find alternative venues for the upcoming 2026/27 season as the NSA works to ensure the facility meets CAF standards.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  14. Thomas Partey fitness monitored after Saudi knock

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey picked up a knock for Al-Shabab that ruled him out of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Al Hazem. Ghana's technical team will monitor his recovery ahead of the September AFCON qualifiers against Ivory Coast and The Gambia.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  15. Djokovic loses US Open first round to Navone

    Novak Djokovic, seeded fourth, was defeated by Argentina's Mariano Navone 7-6 (7-5) 5-7 4-6 6-2 6-1 in the US Open first round, his first opening-round loss at Flushing Meadows and first Grand Slam first-round loss since 2006. The 39-year-old champion struggled physically throughout the match and became emotional after the loss.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  16. Manchester City sign Palmeiras winger Allan for £34m

    Manchester City have signed Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras for an initial £32m plus £2.2m in add-ons on a five-year contract. The 22-year-old replaces Savio, who moved to Tottenham Hotspur last week.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  17. Liverpool complete £123m signing of PSG forward Barcola

    Liverpool have signed France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for up to £123m (initial £106m plus £17m in add-ons), with the 23-year-old signing a five-year contract as the club's fifth summer arrival. Barcola scored 13 goals and provided seven assists in 49 games for PSG last season.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  18. Kotoko boss Tinkler says team still work in progress after Democracy Cup win

    Asante Kotoko head coach Eric Tinkler says his side have plenty of work to do despite beating Hearts of Oak 4-1 on penalties in the Democracy Cup, citing the need to improve synchronicity, understanding, philosophy, discipline and fundamentals. Kotoko have signed 12 new players during the transfer window ahead of their Ghana Premier League campaign.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. UMB S.P.E.E.D. Stars win 2026 Bankers Football Gala

    Universal Merchant Bank's S.P.E.E.D. Stars won the 2026 Bankers Football Gala, defeating a field of eight banks on August 29, 2026. The victory highlighted the team's discipline and composure, traits UMB links to its workplace values.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. MMFL competes at 2026 JoySports corporate invitational tournament

    MobileMoney Fintech Limited participated alongside 33 other companies at the JoySports Invitational Tournament at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, competing in disciplines including football, table tennis, lawn tennis, and various novelty events. The company said the event strengthened teamwork and allowed employees to interact with clients and customers.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. NPC Ghana congratulates Farida Iddriss on continental swimming role

    The National Paralympic Committee of Ghana has congratulated Ms Farida Iddriss on her appointment as Secretary-General of Africa Aquatics Zone II. NPC Ghana President Samson Deen described the achievement as a proud moment for Ghana and recognition of her dedication to sports development and para swimming.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Ampem Darkoa Ladies face FC Dynamique in WAFU B semi-final

    Ampem Darkoa Ladies, who topped Group B with a perfect record in the WAFU B Women's Champions League qualifiers, will face FC Dynamique in the semi-finals tomorrow at the August 4 Stadium in Ouagadougou. The Ghanaian champions have won all group matches with seven goals scored and one conceded, while FC Dynamique are yet to record a win or goal in the tournament.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  23. Medeama wins 2026 Champion of Champions trophy

    Medeama SC defeated Nations FC 2-0 to win the 2026 Champion of Champions title, with goals from Fatawu Sulemana and Emmanuel Annor securing the Ghana Premier League champions their first silverware ahead of the 2026/27 season.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  24. Ghana netball team faces Côte d'Ivoire in September friendly

    Ghana's Golden Maidens will play a two-day international friendly against Côte d'Ivoire at Accra Sports Stadium on September 10–11, with senior government and sports officials in attendance.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  25. Macabes BC wins Ghana Koshien U-15 baseball championship

    Macabes Baseball Club from the Eastern Region defeated defending champions Marine Stars 9-1 in the final of the third annual Ghana Koshien U-15 Baseball Championship at Labone Senior High School in Accra. The two-day tournament, organized by the Ghana Baseball and Softball Federation with support from Japanese partners, involved five teams from across the country.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  26. Alvarez returns to Atletico training amid Barcelona transfer speculation

    Julian Alvarez returned to Atletico Madrid training on Sunday after missing sessions due to indisposition, with the club hopeful he will be available for the next La Liga match. Barcelona continues to pursue the Argentine forward despite Atletico's resistance, with Arsenal considered a viable alternative if they bid around €150 million.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  27. English Football League upset over UEFA Champions League fixture clash

    The EFL said it is disappointed with UEFA after being forced to re-arrange League Cup fixtures because of a clash with the Champions League; Liverpool's Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid was scheduled for the same evening as Everton's home match against Wolverhampton Wanderers on September 9, and logistical challenges for police mean the two Liverpool clubs cannot play at home on the same day.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  28. Djokovic exits US Open first round to Navone

    Novak Djokovic, seeded fourth, lost to Argentina's Mariano Navone 7-6 (7-5) 5-7 4-6 6-2 6-1 in the US Open first round and broke down in tears afterward. It marked the 39-year-old's first opening-round loss at Flushing Meadows and his first first-round exit at a Grand Slam since 2006.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  29. Liverpool signs French forward Barcola from PSG for £123m

    Liverpool have completed the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee worth up to £123m, with an initial payment of £106m plus £17m in potential add-ons. The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract and becomes the fifth new arrival at Anfield this summer.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  30. Ibrahim Sulemana joins Sassuolo on season-long loan

    Ghanaian midfielder Ibrahim Sulemana has completed a season-long loan move from Atalanta to Italian Serie A club Sassuolo, with an option to buy included. The deal marks Sulemana's fifth club in five years, and he aims to regain Black Stars form after missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. Ghana's poorly maintained football stadiums weaken international hosting bid

    Ghana's ambition to host major international football competitions is being undermined by poor maintenance of football stadiums and sporting facilities, with issues including uneven playing surfaces, inadequate drainage, neglected grass, damaged facilities and deteriorating infrastructure that can affect match quality, increase player injury risk and fail international standards.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Kurt Okraku declines to commit on GFA presidential third-term bid

    Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has not ruled out seeking a third term after delegates approved a constitutional amendment in 2025 allowing presidents to serve up to three terms, but said it is too early to make a decision ahead of 2027 elections.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. GFA to hold workshop for Premier League coaches

    The Ghana Football Association's Technical Directorate will organize a one-day virtual workshop for Ghana Premier League head coaches ahead of the 2026/27 season, led by Technical Director Dr. Joseph Kwame Mintah, to strengthen technical standards, enhance professionalism, and clarify responsibilities on discipline and competition regulations.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  34. GFA to hold virtual workshop for Premier League coaches

    The Ghana Football Association will conduct a one-day virtual workshop led by its Technical Director for all Ghana Premier League coaches ahead of the 2026/27 season, focusing on technical standards, professionalism, and competition regulations.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  35. Lionel Messi retires from international football at 39

    Argentina captain Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football, saying he has given everything to the national side and has "nothing left to give." Messi, who led Argentina to World Cup victory in 2022 and is the country's all-time leading scorer with 125 goals in 207 appearances, said the decision came after his father's death and reflects his belief that younger players deserve their opportunity.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  36. Accra Sports Stadium closed for renovation until Ghana-Gambia AFCON qualifier

    The Accra Sports Stadium will not host competitive football matches until Ghana's 2027 AFCON qualifier against The Gambia on September 27, 2026, according to the National Sports Authority Director General. The closure allows renovation and maintenance works to meet Confederation of African Football standards, affecting clubs including Hearts of Oak who planned to use it as their home ground for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  37. Liverpool signs France winger Bradley Barcola for £123 million

    Liverpool completed the signing of France international Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for an initial £106m plus £17m in performance-related add-ons, on a five-year contract. The 23-year-old winger becomes Liverpool's fifth summer signing.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  38. Black Princesses miss key players for U-20 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Princesses will compete in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland without several important squad members, including captain Linda Owusu Ansah (ACL injury), defender Comfort Yeboah (club release issue), Jessica Appiah Asamoah (knee injury), and striker Mercy Attobrah (ACL injury recovery).

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  39. Achimota School eliminates Adisadel from NSMQ 2026 quarter-finals

    Achimota School defeated Adisadel College in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz quarter-finals, progressing to the semi-finals after dominating across multiple rounds. Adisadel's early competitive performance unravelled as Achimota built an insurmountable lead through strong performances in Round Two, the True or False round, and the Problem of the Day.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. Hull City sign Ansah, agree £12m Norton-Cuffy deal

    Hull City have signed forward Ilyas Ansah from Union Berlin and agreed a £12m deal for Genoa right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy, with English full-back Cody Drameh moving to Genoa for £3.4m. Ansah becomes the 13th player to arrive at Hull this summer as the club pursues promotion following their return to the Premier League.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Barcelona completes signing of Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus

    Barcelona have completed the permanent signing of Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for £8.6m (10m euros). Jesus, who joined Arsenal from Manchester City in 2022 and scored 32 goals in 123 appearances, had fallen down the pecking order due to injury and competition from other forwards.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. Manchester City to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez

    Manchester City have agreed to pay £125m for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, matching a British transfer record. Fernandez will undergo a medical before signing a long-term deal with City, reuniting him with manager Enzo Maresca.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. JoySports Invitational Tournament brings corporate teams to compete

    The 2026 JoySports Invitational Tournament gathered corporate teams at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on Saturday, August 29, for a day of fitness activities, health walks, aerobics, and competitions including football, table tennis, chess, scrabble, draughts, ludo, swimming, and CEO and Ladies penalty shootouts.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tourism & Environment

  1. MTN Media Republic, Ghana Wildlife Society organize bird and butterfly walk

    MTN Media Republic and the Ghana Wildlife Society organized a bird and butterfly walk at the Legon Botanical Gardens on Saturday, August 29, to promote environmental sustainability. The Ghana Wildlife Society's Executive Director urged Ghanaians to reduce plastic use and highlighted the importance of protecting biodiversity.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. KNUST study warns sea defences shifting coastal flooding risks

    A three-year KNUST study found worsening coastal erosion and saltwater intrusion along Ghana's eastern coastline, with sea defence systems in some areas redirecting tidal impacts toward unprotected communities. Researchers documented land losses exceeding 103 metres and saltwater penetration more than 1.3 kilometres inland, and are calling for stronger coastal monitoring and early warning systems.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

World & Region

  1. UN committee urges countries to consider slave trade reparations

    A UN committee on racial discrimination says countries are legally obliged under a 1965 convention to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and address the enduring legacy of racial discrimination. The guidance marks a "paradigm shift" from debates over historical responsibility, applying current legal standards rather than those that existed during the slave trade.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Kenya airport workers' strike delays thousands of travellers

    A strike by Kenya Aviation Workers' Union at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport entered its second day on Monday, affecting thousands of passengers with flight delays. The union cited grievances including failure to conclude a collective bargaining agreement with the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority and lack of cooperation from the Kenya Airports Authority and Jambojet.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. South African airline defends low-altitude stunt over rugby stadium

    A South African airline defended a dramatic aerial display in which two aircraft flew in close formation reportedly within feet of Cape Town's DHL Stadium during a South Africa-New Zealand rugby match, saying the manoeuvre was carefully planned with aviation authority support and executed by highly experienced crews.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Kushner regrets involvement in FIFA's scrapped World Cup stake sale

    Venture capitalist Joshua Kushner, who was to lead a $4.2bn investment for a 20% stake in a new FIFA commercial subsidiary under the now-shelved FIFA Forward Enterprise scheme, says he regrets joining the proposal, stating he had "failed to appreciate the political dynamics of global football." The plan was abandoned in July following major backlash.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Apple renames Lake Ontario to Lake America for US users

    Apple Maps has renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America for US-based users following a Trump executive order amid US-Canada trade tensions, while the lake retains its original name for Canadian users. Google made a similar change for US users after Trump's order, which followed the collapse of trade talks and the imposition of 50% tariffs on $20bn of Canadian goods.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Ex-gang leader convicted in 1996 Tupac Shakur murder case

    Former South Side Compton Crips leader Duane "Keffe D" Davis has been found guilty of orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting death of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, marking the first conviction in a cold case that remained unsolved for nearly 30 years. Prosecutors argued Davis ordered the shooting and supplied the gun, which his nephew used, as retaliation for a fight between Anderson and Shakur hours before the killing.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Ghana diversifies diplomatic ties amid global power competition

    Ghana is engaging multiple foreign powers—Russia, the US, China, the EU, and the UK—in negotiations over trade, investment, energy, defence, and mineral exploration, reflecting a strategy of diplomatic diversification rather than alignment with a single partner. The article examines how Ghana uses its resources and strategic position to bargain with competing powers while managing the risk of shifting dependence rather than achieving genuine autonomy.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Mahama congratulates Hichilema on Zambian presidential re-election

    President John Dramani Mahama has congratulated Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election with 60 per cent of valid votes, saying the victory presents an opportunity to strengthen bilateral relations and ensure lasting benefits from engagements held during his February State Visit to Zambia.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Afghan asylum protectee deported to Central African Republic

    The Trump administration deported dozens of people to the Central African Republic, including an Afghan man in his early 20s whose family members collaborated with the US military. The Afghan, granted protection against deportation to Afghanistan by a US judge due to Taliban persecution fears, was deported alongside 12 other Afghans, eight Iranians, and people from Nepal and Nicaragua.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  10. Algeria's president orders death penalty law for arsonists

    Following forest fires that killed at least 12 people, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has ordered the justice ministry to introduce capital punishment for arsonists, with a deadline of 15 September for amendments. More than 100 wildfires have been recorded in recent days in the north-east of the country, and the president did not rule out foul play.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  11. Kenya airport strike disrupts flights for second day

    Aviation sector workers at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi are on a nationwide go-slow strike to demand better working conditions and implementation of a previously agreed deal, causing flight delays of more than six hours, cancellations, and stranding hundreds of passengers.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  12. UAE intercepts drone from Iran amid US-Iran hostilities

    The UAE said it intercepted a drone approaching from Iranian territory over its waters and denied reports of an attack on Al Menhad airbase, after the US struck Iranian launchers on Larak Island and Iran retaliated with attacks on US bases in Jordan and the UAE.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  13. Mahama calls for end to US embargo on Cuba

    At the 65th anniversary meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement in Belgrade, President John Mahama reiterated Ghana's opposition to the long-standing US economic, commercial, and financial embargo against Cuba, arguing that unilateral coercive measures undermine sovereign equality and the multilateral system.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. DR Congo Ebola outbreak exceeds 6,000 cases, 2,911 deaths

    The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing the fastest-growing Ebola epidemic on record, with official figures confirming more than 6,000 cases and 2,911 deaths, though more than 1,360 people have recovered. The World Health Organisation warns the outbreak remains entirely out of control, with transmission patterns threatening to surpass the 2014-2016 West Africa epidemic that claimed over 11,000 lives.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Ghana hails UN report on slavery reparations as legal obligation

    Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has welcomed a UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination report calling for reparatory justice for the trafficking and enslavement of Africans, stating that states are legally bound under the 1965 International Convention to provide such reparations and that slavery's former legal status is no longer an excuse to avoid responsibility.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Report values Africa's colonial ecological debt in hundreds of trillions

    A report unveiled at the University of Lagos argues that the ecological harm caused by British colonial rule on African colonies constitutes a separate category of damage distinct from historical harms, with a potential valuation exceeding hundreds of trillions of dollars. The report's lead author argues that systematic resource appropriation under colonialism has created a devastating ecological debt capable of rigorous monetary valuation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Keir Starmer steps down as UK MP to pursue international affairs

    Former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced he will leave the House of Commons as Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras to focus on global issues including defence, security, trade and technology.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Mahama meets Serbian President at NAM summit in Belgrade

    President Mahama held bilateral talks with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in Belgrade during the 65th Anniversary Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement. Mahama called for greater climate finance, adaptation support, renewable energy investment, and digital inclusion for developing nations, urging NAM countries to become active participants in AI development rather than technology consumers.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. Former UK PM Keir Starmer resigns as MP

    Sir Keir Starmer, who served as Prime Minister until July, has announced his resignation as MP for Holborn and St Pancras, a seat he has held since 2015. He cited a desire to focus on international affairs and work against violence against women and girls.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. One person still missing after Grand Canyon flash floods kill two

    Flash flooding at the Grand Canyon on Saturday killed at least two people and initially left 30 unaccounted for; all but one have now been found after rescue efforts including airlifts from Phantom Ranch. Further rain and search operations were expected to continue on Tuesday morning.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Mahama urges climate finance and renewable energy for developing nations

    At the Non-Aligned Movement's 65th Anniversary High-Level Meeting in Belgrade, President Mahama called for stronger climate finance and adaptation support from developed countries, and urged increased investment in renewable energy to help developing nations respond to climate change. He also emphasized the need for developing countries to participate actively in technological innovation and governance, and noted Ghana's upcoming leadership roles in the African Union and African climate negotiations.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Nepal flood death toll exceeds 1,000 as rescue continues

    Devastating floods on Nepal's border with Tibet have killed over 1,000 people, with more than 3,900 missing, including over 600 workers trapped in mud-filled tunnels at hydropower sites. An international rescue team involving China, Nepal, India, Korea and Australia is working to reach those trapped, with 279 people rescued so far from the sites.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Las Vegas jury convicts Duane Davis in Tupac Shakur murder

    A Las Vegas jury has convicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis, a former South Side Compton Crips leader, of first-degree murder for orchestrating hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur's 1996 drive-by shooting. Davis, who did not pull the trigger but was the "shot caller," allegedly provided the gun and ordered the killing as revenge after Shakur beat up his nephew earlier that night.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  24. 10,000 young leaders from 191 nations gather in Russia for festival

    From 11–17 September, Ekaterinburg will host the International Festival of Youth, bringing together 10,000 young people from 191 countries to engage through music, film, fashion, technology and creative industries. The event will feature a World Cultures District with over 100 cultural activities celebrating traditions and contemporary creativity from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas and the Middle East.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Germany accuses Russia of August drone attack on Leipzig airport

    Germany's Interior Minister said Russia was responsible for a drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport in eastern Germany on August 4, where a drone carrying an explosive device was found near Ukrainian cargo planes. The attack followed what the minister described as Russia's "well-established pattern of hybrid operations in Europe," prompting Germany to announce the closure of Russia's consulate in Bonn and termination of the Russian House in Berlin.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Woman killed in Times Square stabbing by knife-wielding suspect

    A woman was killed and a man injured in an unprovoked stabbing attack in Times Square, New York on Monday; the suspect, a woman armed with two knives, was shot dead by police.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Opinion

  1. Prof. Bokpin urges Mahama stronger action against illegal mining

    Professor Godfred Bokpin has called on President John Dramani Mahama to take stronger and more decisive action against galamsey, following the death of seven illegal miners in a pit collapse at Asaman Tamfoe in the Eastern Region on August 29, 2026. Bokpin argues that an effective leader should demonstrate the same level of commitment to tackling the galamsey crisis as the President has shown in other areas of the economy and society.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Job vacancies advertised in Ghana often predetermined, writer argues

    Maximus Attah contends that many Ghanaian job advertisements are published not to genuinely hire but to create an appearance of merit-based recruitment, with hiring decisions made before the vacancy is publicly announced, mirroring patterns in public procurement.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Opinion: waste trafficking harms Ghana's health and environment

    A commentary examines waste trafficking in Ghana as a climate and health hazard, noting that while human activities contribute most post-industrial greenhouse gas emissions, Ghana and other African nations contribute less than 5% of global emissions.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

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