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Politics

Former NaCCA chief disputes Mahama denial on Arabic, Chinese policy

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Dr Prince Hamid Armah, a former head of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, challenged President Mahama's claim that no policy existed to introduce Arabic and Chinese as foreign languages in Ghanaian schools, citing public announcements by Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu, curriculum development involving 160 writers and reviewers, and formal presentation to the Ghana Education Service.

14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Politics

  1. Former NaCCA chief disputes Mahama denial on Arabic, Chinese policy

    Dr Prince Hamid Armah, a former head of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, challenged President Mahama's claim that no policy existed to introduce Arabic and Chinese as foreign languages in Ghanaian schools, citing public announcements by Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu, curriculum development involving 160 writers and reviewers, and formal presentation to the Ghana Education Service.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ashanti Minister urges support for Accra-Kumasi Expressway project

    Ashanti Regional Minister Dr Frank Amoakohene called on Ghanaians to support President John Mahama's government in completing the Accra-Kumasi Expressway, describing it as a monumental project necessary to improve transportation connectivity and address traffic congestion between the two cities. He said opposition to the project would undermine development interests in the Ashanti Region.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Gambia bans protests without permits after power-cut unrest

    Gambia's police chief has banned all protests without approved permits following demonstrations against prolonged power cuts and heat. The ban came after tear gas was used to disperse crowds earlier in the week, during which a police post was vandalised and three NAWEC branches were attacked; authorities arrested 11 people in connection with the vandalism.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Volta House of Chiefs bars competing Ziavi paramount claimants

    The Judicial Committee of the Volta Region House of Chiefs has restrained both factions in a disputed Ziavi Traditional Area paramountcy case from presenting themselves as Ziavi Paramount Chief or Queen Mother pending final determination of the suit. Togbe Adza Kwadzo III will continue as acting President of the Ziavi Traditional Council.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Sosu calls for investigation into $260m cocaine seizure in France

    Madina MP Francis-Xavier Kojo Sosu has demanded a full investigation into French authorities' seizure of nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine worth about $260 million at Dunkirk port in September, which originated from Ghana, warning that the incident could damage the country's international reputation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Mahama inspects proposed Upper West Regional Airport site in Wa

    President John Dramani Mahama inspected the proposed site for a new Upper West Regional Airport in Wa during a two-day regional tour. The President stated that the Ghana Airports Company has secured funds for the project and that contractors have been selected, with construction expected to begin soon.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Mahama pledges to end double-track SHS system by 2027

    President Mahama has reiterated his government's commitment to phase out the double-track system in senior high schools by the end of 2027, stating all students would attend and leave school at the same time to increase teacher-learner contact hours. The government has secured a 300-million-dollar facility from the World Bank to support the effort.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Bagbin urges Ewe diaspora to leverage network for investment

    The Speaker of Parliament told the Ewe diaspora at CEANA's 33rd anniversary in Washington, D.C. to move beyond cultural celebration and remittances to use its global network as a catalyst for investment and economic transformation, positioning itself as a bridge connecting local stakeholders with international investors and partners in sectors including agriculture, tourism, and infrastructure.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Prosecution failed to link GH¢49.1m to accused persons' assets

    Lead counsel for former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene argues that prosecutors have not established a financial link between the alleged GH¢49.1 million at the centre of the case and the properties and vehicles attributed to the accused, with the EOCO investigator unable to demonstrate that identifiable portions of the funds were used to acquire the specific assets presented to the Accra High Court.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  10. NPP MP urges party unity ahead of 2028 elections

    Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Annoh-Dompreh called on NPP members to end internal divisions and unite behind flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, arguing that the party must consolidate its structures and prepare for the next electoral contest. He also accused the NDC of failing to fulfil campaign promises made to Ghanaians.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  11. Attorney-General proposes welfare fund for legal profession

    Ghana's Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine has proposed establishing a Bar Welfare Fund to provide social protection for lawyers, particularly young lawyers and sole practitioners who lack institutional support and face welfare challenges including illness, practice failure, and old age.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Victoria Bright questions permit approvals for Laboma Beach structures

    Private legal practitioner Victoria Bright has questioned the permitting processes that allowed structures to be erected at Laboma Beach following demolitions ordered by the Greater Accra Regional Security Council, calling for a review of institutional weaknesses. She said authorities must establish whether the demolished structures were illegal and, if not, which institutions approved them.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Glover questions Laboma Beach demolition, proposes lagoon outlet widening

    Former Deputy Transport Minister Titus Glover has questioned the demolition of structures at Laboma Beach, arguing that widening the Kpeshie Lagoon outlet into the sea could address flooding without destroying businesses. He supports removing structures that obstruct water flow but says a technical solution should have been explored first.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Ahanta West residents call for journalist Kojo Brace to contest parliamentary seat

    Residents of Ahanta West Constituency have urged multimedia journalist Kojo Brace, a native of the area, to contest the parliamentary seat in the next elections, saying they would vote for him based on his commitment to local development. The call came after residents participated in a walk dubbed "Walk with Ahanta Pele" on Saturday at Agona-Nkwanta.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  15. Dr. Armah disputes President's claim on Arabic, Chinese curriculum

    Former Deputy Housing Minister Dr. Prince Hamid Armah has challenged President Mahama's claim that there was never a policy to introduce Arabic and Chinese into Ghana's schools, asserting that Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu publicly announced the languages as compulsory foreign languages at secondary level and that NaCCA developed and presented a curriculum including them in July 2026.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  16. Ashaiman residents endure deteriorating roads despite government promises

    Ashaiman, one of the largest and most densely populated municipalities in Greater Accra, continues to struggle with a deteriorating road network that worsens during rainy season, affecting commuters and commercial activity, even as successive governments have promised road infrastructure improvements.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. September 21, 2026 declared public holiday for Founder's Day

    Ghana's Ministry of the Interior has reminded the public that Monday, September 21, 2026, will be observed as a statutory public holiday to mark Founder's Day nationwide.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. GBA President criticizes Chief Justice's remarks on state-owned enterprises

    Ghana Bar Association President Efua Ghartey expressed disappointment with remarks attributed to Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie concerning state-owned enterprises, saying they raised concerns among legal professionals. She also criticized the Judicial Service's response as inadequate, while emphasizing the Bar's commitment to judicial independence within constitutional limits.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. Mahama to honour GAF Engineers Regiment with national award

    President Mahama has announced plans to confer the Order of the Companion of the Volta on the 48 Engineer Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces for clearing 175.6 kilometres of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway route in 19 weeks, one week ahead of schedule. The honour will be presented at the national honours ceremony to mark Ghana's 70th Independence anniversary.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. GBA President criticizes Judicial Service's defence of Chief Justice

    Ghana Bar Association President Efua Ghartey has described the Judicial Service's defence of Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie over his partisan comments as "at best lacklustre," arguing that judges must remain within constitutional boundaries and that the Chief Justice's remarks comparing public institutions' performance under different administrations left much to be desired.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Attorney-General proposes bill to overhaul lawyer discipline framework

    Ghana's Attorney-General has announced a proposed Legal Profession (Practitioners Standards Board) Bill to reform the disciplinary process for lawyers by establishing an independent Disciplinary Committee with clear procedures, separating investigation from adjudication, and eliminating conflicts of interest involving sitting judges on the General Legal Council's tribunal.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Attorney General to introduce bill regulating lawyer discipline

    Ghana's Attorney General announced a new Legal Profession (Practitioners Standards Board) Bill aimed at strengthening the regulatory framework for disciplining lawyers. The bill, headed to Cabinet for review before Parliament, will establish an independent Disciplinary Committee with clear procedural rules and proportionate sanctions, separating investigation from adjudication functions.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Ghana Bar Association criticises Chief Justice's SOE remarks

    The Ghana Bar Association has condemned Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for comments praising state-owned enterprises and comparing their output to that of a previous government, saying his remarks were inappropriate given his judicial position.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Richard Dogbe declares bid for NDC Greater Accra youth organiser

    Businessman Richard Dogbe has announced his candidature for the position of Deputy Greater Accra Regional Youth Organiser of the NDC, citing his experience in party activities, business networks, and capacity to mobilize resources.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Arabic, Chinese teaching debate should end after Mahama's clarification

    A University of Ghana political science lecturer says President Mahama's dismissal of claims that the government approved Arabic and Chinese as subjects in public schools should end the debate, noting that policy is ultimately determined by the President while ministers implement approved policies.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Ashanti minister halts market project over school demolition concerns

    The Ashanti Regional Minister has ordered a halt to the 24-Hour Economy Market project in Mankranso following claims that a school facility could be demolished to make way for construction. The Minister denied demolition plans and summoned stakeholders for a full review, while the District Chief Executive rejected the allegations as false and politically motivated.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. AG urges GBA to stay independent from partisan politics

    Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine has urged the Ghana Bar Association to remain independent and serve as the conscience of Ghanaian society, cautioning against meddling in partisan politics. He said the Bar's independence must be paired with the State's responsibility to provide institutional conditions for the legal profession to self-govern without relying on government.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Minority criticizes demolition of public assets for 24-Hour Economy Programme

    The Minority in Parliament has criticized the government's demolition of existing public and community infrastructure including schools, markets and other facilities to make way for projects under the 24-Hour Economy Market Programme, raising concerns about planning, consultation and value for money.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Ashanti Minister halts market project after school demolition fears

    The Ashanti Regional Minister has ordered the District Assembly to halt activities related to an alleged plan to demolish a school in Ahafo Ano South West District for a 24-hour market project, after a viral video raised concerns. He assured the public that the school has not been demolished and has summoned stakeholders for a full review.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  30. Armed Forces regiment to lead Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction

    President Mahama announced that the 48 Engineer Regiment will serve as major sub-contractor for the Accra-Kumasi Expressway, with $2 billion already secured and expected to reach $4 billion by year-end. Contractor selection is set to begin with an Expression of Interest published September 11, 2026, and the contract awarded before year-end.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  31. PPI congratulates new Value for Money Office director

    The Progressive Policy Institute Ghana has congratulated Dr Abdul-Baasit Aziz-Bamba on his appointment as Acting Director-General of the Value for Money Office, an institution established to strengthen scrutiny of public expenditure. PPI notes that Dr Aziz-Bamba's background as a Harvard-trained lawyer and former University of Ghana law lecturer positions him well for the role, and calls for the office to apply consistent standards across all political parties and institutions.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Madina MP condemns cocaine seizure; calls for investigation

    French customs seized nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine valued at about €225 million from a container of plastic waste arriving at Dunkirk from Ghana. The Madina MP called for a thorough investigation and said Ghana's international reputation must not be damaged by individuals seeking illegal enrichment.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. Ghana Air Force assumes ceremonial guard duties at Presidency

    Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang reviewed the 46th Ceremonial Changing of the Guard at the Jubilee House on September 14, commending the Ghana Armed Forces as the Ghana Air Force formally took over security responsibilities from the Ghana Navy for a three-month rotation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. GBA denies selective criticism, says it holds all governments accountable

    The Ghana Bar Association's Deputy General Secretary Saviour Kudze rejected accusations of selective criticism of political actors, saying the GBA is a professional body that consistently speaks out on issues regardless of which government is in power and does not align with any political party.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Deputy AG questions GBA leadership's independence and consistency

    Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has questioned the independence and consistency of the Ghana Bar Association's leadership in response to comments made by Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, arguing that independence and consistency must be demonstrated through actions rather than claimed.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. Deputy AG says GBA applies double standards to Chief Justice criticism

    Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has accused the Ghana Bar Association of selective criticism over Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie's recent remarks about state institutions, arguing the GBA's response is inconsistent with how it treated similar comments by previous Chief Justices. Dr Srem-Sai contended that if the GBA opposes political comments by Chief Justices, it should condemn all such remarks consistently rather than selectively depending on political circumstances.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. Government must enforce galamsey laws impartially, GBA urges

    The Ghana Bar Association President has called on the government to match its stated commitment against illegal mining with consistent and impartial enforcement, warning that government statements on galamsey would amount to mere rhetoric without corresponding action. She expressed concern over allegations that individuals associated with political parties were openly involved in illegal mining while forests, water bodies and farmlands continued to suffer degradation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. Carlos Queiroz reappointed as Ghana coach for AFCON 2027 qualification

    Ghana have reappointed Carlos Queiroz as Black Stars head coach for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign. Queiroz previously guided Ghana to the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stabilising a team that had lost four consecutive matches and failed to qualify for AFCON for the first time in 22 years before his arrival.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. Mahama convenes meeting on border security and narcotics control

    President John Mahama has scheduled a high-level meeting for September 17 to discuss strengthening Ghana's border security and preventing the trafficking of narcotic drugs and illicit substances through ports, airports, and land borders. The meeting will bring together key institutions to review vulnerabilities, intelligence-sharing arrangements, cargo screening systems, inter-agency coordination, and technology deployment to disrupt narcotics trafficking.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. Ghana Armed Forces to aid Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction

    President Mahama announced that the Ghana Armed Forces Engineer Regiment will serve as a major subcontractor on the Accra-Kumasi Expressway project and will also be deployed to establish and clear the Right of Way for the Greater Accra Ring Road.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. Deputy AG urges ADR council to involve chiefs in dispute resolution

    Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has called on the Alternative Dispute Resolution Council to integrate traditional chiefs into Ghana's formal dispute-resolution process, with the aim of decentralizing resolution to regional and district levels and preventing cases from overwhelming the courts.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. Attorney-General plans bill to strengthen lawyer discipline framework

    Ghana's Attorney-General has announced plans to introduce the Legal Profession (Practitioners Standards Board) Bill to strengthen the regulatory framework for disciplining lawyers. The proposed law, headed to Cabinet for review before Parliament, will establish an independent Disciplinary Committee with clear procedural rules and timelines, and aims to resolve conflicts of interest in the current framework where Superior Court judges both investigate and adjudicate complaints.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  43. NDC businessman Dogbe declares bid for Greater Accra youth organizer

    Businessman Richard Dogbe, an NDC stalwart, has declared his intention to contest for the position of Deputy Greater Accra Regional Youth Organiser of the National Democratic Congress. Dogbe, a party communicator and financier, emphasizes his business experience and capacity to mobilize resources and people for the youth wing.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  44. GBA President criticises Chief Justice over praise for state institutions

    The Ghana Bar Association President has criticised Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for commending state-owned enterprises including SSNIT and MIIF during recent visits, with the GBA President suggesting his comments raised concerns about impartiality. The Judicial Service stated the observations were made in good faith and did not intend to undermine judicial independence, though civil society groups and faith-based organisations have expressed concerns.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  45. Minority demands probe into Ghana's alleged narcotics trafficking role

    Ghana's Minority in Parliament has called for an independent parliamentary inquiry into the country's involvement in major narcotics trafficking cases under the NDC government, citing multiple drug seizures over the past 18 months including a 3.3-tonne cocaine consignment intercepted in March 2025 valued at over US$350 million.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Business

  1. UK PM calls for culture shift in business approach

    Andy Burnham says the UK needs a "culture shift" in how it does business and that the government should back those who take risks and give local leaders power to work with companies. The statement comes ahead of a meeting with major business heads including BP, Shell, HSBC, and others.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Absa Bank wins Bancassurance Leadership Award 2026

    Absa Bank Ghana has been named winner of the Bancassurance Leadership Award at the 2026 Ghana Insurance Awards for its work delivering integrated financial protection and expanding access to life and general insurance products through partnerships with Enterprise Life and Hollard Insurance.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Amazon suspends work with 21 Air after Miami cargo crash

    Amazon has paused operations with 21 Air, the cargo carrier whose Boeing jet crashed at Miami International Airport on 6 September, killing five people. The aircraft overshot the runway and struck vehicles; the US National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Deloitte leader proposes specialised bank for Ghana industrial development

    Deloitte Africa's Infrastructure & Capital Projects leader has called for Ghana to establish a specialised financial institution to provide long-term, affordable financing to businesses in capital-intensive sectors like oil and gas and manufacturing, citing Nigeria's Bank of Industry—which offers interest rates as low as 5–7%—as a model.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. IEAG urges Chief of Staff intervention on port congestion crisis

    The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has called for urgent intervention by the Chief of Staff to address worsening congestion and operational bottlenecks at the country's ports, warning that the situation threatens Ghana's trade competitiveness and the national economy. The Association attributed the congestion to systemic issues spanning customs valuation, inspection protocols, regulatory charges, terminal operations, and inter-agency coordination, and urged a high-level ministerial task force.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Government requires strong capacity from Accra-Kumasi Expressway bidders

    The Roads and Highways Minister says firms bidding for the Accra-Kumasi Expressway must demonstrate strong financial and technical capacity through an international competitive pre-qualification process. Government has established a Special Purpose Vehicle to drive the project's development, financing, construction, operation and maintenance.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Ghana risks losing import trade to Abidjan ports

    The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana warns that persistent congestion and delays at Ghana's ports are prompting some importers to explore routing cargo through the Port of Abidjan in Côte d'Ivoire, and that once alternative supply chains are established, winning back that business could become extremely difficult.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. MPC expected to cut policy rate to 12.5% in September 2026

    According to Databank Research, the Monetary Policy Committee may cut the policy rate by 150 basis points to 12.5% in September 2026, consistent with inflation correction towards the Bank of Ghana's medium-term target of 8% ± 2%. Inflation reaccelerated to 5.3% in June 2026 from 3.8% in January 2026, though financial conditions have supported credit growth and banking sector capital buffers remain solid.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Banks wrote off GH¢1.23bn in bad debt, first half 2026

    Ghanaian banks wrote off GH¢1.23 billion as bad debt in the first half of 2026, a 38% year-on-year increase from GH¢893 million in June 2025. While the non-performing loan ratio improved to 16.1% from 23.1% year-on-year, asset quality risks remain elevated in the banking sector.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Government exceeds T-bills target marginally; interest rates decline

    The government exceeded its GH¢7.9 billion treasury bills target with 2.8% oversubscription, accepting GH¢7.2 billion of GH¢8.1 billion in bids, while yields fell across the 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day bills.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Better roads create sustainable jobs for Ghana's youth

    Senior Presidential Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari said improved road infrastructure can create more sustainable employment opportunities for Ghana's youth, citing the Kumasi Expressway project as an example that would strengthen connectivity between Accra, the Ashanti Region and other parts of the country.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Kumasi Expressway to reduce travel time, boost productivity

    Senior Presidential Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari says the Kumasi Expressway will significantly reduce travel time between Accra and the Ashanti Region while improving connectivity, reducing congestion, lowering transportation costs, and stimulating economic growth.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. GOIL exploring ways to hold fuel prices despite crude oil surge

    GOIL Group CEO Edward Bawa says the company is studying various scenarios and may be able to prevent fuel price increases at the pumps despite crude oil hitting $100 per barrel, though the company must also cover its costs and will announce its decision by 16 September.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Fitch raises Ghana's 2026 current account surplus forecast to 7.8%

    Fitch Solutions has upgraded its forecast for Ghana's 2026 current account surplus to 7.8% of GDP, citing stronger-than-expected trade performance in the first half of the year, with a US$4.3 billion merchandise trade surplus driven by robust gold exports and increased crude oil shipments.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Mahama receives cleared Accra-Kumasi Expressway right-of-way

    President Mahama is to formally receive a 175.6-kilometre cleared right-of-way for the Accra-Kumasi Expressway on September 14, marking a key milestone towards construction. The cleared corridor, prepared by the Ghana Armed Forces for the 198.7-kilometre expressway project, will enable the space required for construction, operation, maintenance and possible future expansion of the highway.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Mahama to launch US$1.3bn Sentuo Airport Garden City project

    President Mahama is scheduled to cut the sod on Tuesday for the US$1.3 billion Sentuo Airport Garden City development in Accra, a mixed-use project featuring residential apartments, a hotel, conference facility, healthcare, shopping mall and gardens expected to generate employment in construction and operations.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. GOIL questions justification for GPRTU's proposed 30% transport fare hike

    GOIL's CEO says rising fuel prices alone cannot justify the Ghana Private Road Transport Union's proposed 30% increase in transport fares, arguing that other factors including the cedi-dollar exchange rate, spare parts, and insurance costs must also be considered. GOIL said it is assessing the situation and will seek ways to cushion consumers.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. GOIL to decide on fuel prices by September 16

    GOIL says it is studying the impact of crude oil prices hitting $100 a barrel and will announce its position on fuel prices by September 16. CEO Edward Bawa stated that higher crude prices do not automatically translate into higher prices at GOIL pumps, and the company will seek to balance covering its costs while limiting the impact on consumers.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. Ghanaian banks wrote off GH¢1.23bn bad debt in first half 2026

    Banks in Ghana wrote off GH¢1.23 billion in loan losses in the first half of 2026, a 38% increase from GH¢893 million in June 2025. While key asset quality indicators improved — including the non-performing loan ratio declining to 16.1% from 23.1% — asset quality risks remained elevated in the banking sector.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. Development Bank Ghana has disbursed GH¢2.5 billion since inception

    The Development Bank Ghana, established in 2020, has disbursed more than GH¢2.5 billion to nearly 1,000 businesses, with over 60 per cent directed to women-led and women-owned enterprises and more than half channelled into agribusiness, agriculture and manufacturing.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  21. Gold Fields awards 150 tertiary students four-year scholarships

    The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation has awarded scholarships to 150 tertiary students, including 86 females, each receiving GH¢10,500 annually (GH¢9,500 for fees and accommodation plus GH¢1,000 stipend) for four years of tertiary education.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  22. Gold trading firm donates GH¢1.5m and sewing machines to Obuasi fire victims

    Bawa Rock Limited, a gold trading company in Obuasi, has donated GH¢1.5 million, 65 industrial sewing machines and 110 Butterfly-branded sewing machines to victims of a fire that destroyed the Obuasi Town Hall building. The funds and machines will be distributed among apprentices, Master Craft Persons, and owners of shops that lost goods in the fire.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  23. SECCCUL Opens 24-Hour Banking Branch in Ashaiman

    Sege Community Co-operative Credit Union Limited (SECCCUL) has opened a new branch in Ashaiman offering 24-hour financial services to customers, citing the town's improved security and large population of three-shift workers. The branch is SECCCUL's seventh location and will serve customers from surrounding communities.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  24. Ghana's workforce must apply AI tools for productivity gains

    ALX Enterprise's Partnerships Manager said Ghanaian workers and businesses should move beyond merely learning about AI and instead focus on using the technology to improve productivity and deliver better results, given the rapid pace of technological development.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Companies delaying AI adoption risk losing market opportunities

    ALX Partnership Manager Edward Akani has urged businesses to adopt artificial intelligence early to avoid losing market opportunities, saying companies that delay adoption often end up losing market opportunities. He cautioned that businesses should not rush into AI adoption without first establishing the right systems and processes to support its effective use, and recommended a gradual approach moving from foundation-building to adoption and eventual scaling.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Businesses should treat AI as opportunity, not threat

    ALX Enterprise's Regional Director says companies should combine AI tools with human intelligence and proper employee training rather than viewing AI primarily as a job threat. Success in AI adoption depends not just on purchasing tools like ChatGPT, but on market understanding and complementing human capabilities, he argued.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. IFC Managing Director to visit Ghana in September 2026

    The International Finance Corporation's Managing Director Makhtar Diop will visit Ghana from September 15–17, 2026, to engage government and business leaders on mobilising greater private investment to support Ghana's development priorities, strengthen businesses and create jobs. Discussions will focus on agribusiness, education, youth employment, access to finance, industrial development, renewable energy and the creative economy.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  28. Ghana Stock Exchange trading volume surges 130% in week

    Ghana Stock Exchange activity surged last week with 34.59 million shares traded, up 130.2% from the previous week, and transaction value rising 77.8% to GH¢165.94 million. Despite the increase in trading liquidity, benchmark indices declined and market capitalisation fell 1.52%.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  29. Petrol and diesel prices projected to rise from September 16

    COPEC projects petrol to rise to GH¢16.26 per litre (up 4.24 percent from GH¢15.60) and diesel to GH¢19.07 per litre (up 10.23 percent from GH¢17.30) from September 16, 2026, citing increases in international crude oil prices from $89.30 to $103.07 per barrel.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  30. Ericsson celebrates 30 years of operations in Ghana

    Ericsson marked 30 years of operations in Ghana coinciding with its 150th global anniversary, highlighting its role in the country's digital transformation including introducing Ghana's first commercial GSM network and subsequent 3G, 4G, and rural connectivity solutions.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  31. GAF hands over 175.6km right-of-way for Accra-Kumasi Expressway

    The Ghana Armed Forces formally handed over a 175.6-kilometre right-of-way to the government for the construction of the proposed 198.7-kilometre Accra-Kumasi Expressway. President Mahama said the new alignment would cut the distance between Accra and Kumasi by nearly 70 kilometres compared with the existing highway and reserve space for a future railway line.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Accra-Kumasi Expressway to be maintained via tolls for 50 years

    A government-owned company established in 2025 will operate and maintain the Accra-Kumasi Expressway for 50 years, using toll revenue to recover construction and maintenance costs over the concession period, according to the company's CEO.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. Accra-Kumasi Expressway to operate as commercial venture for cost recovery

    The Accra-Kumasi Expressway will be operated as a commercial asset by the government-established Accra-Kumasi Expressway Limited to recover taxpayers' investment within the concession period. The special-purpose company will oversee development, design, construction, and maintenance of the expressway, with the Ghana Armed Forces having completed clearance of the right of way.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. Accra-Kumasi Expressway reserves space for future railway line

    President Mahama announced that space has been reserved in the design of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway to accommodate a future railway line between the two cities. The government also plans to develop a financing plan to revitalize the country's railway system as part of a broader vision to improve transportation networks for goods and passengers across Ghana.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction to start January 2027

    The CEO of Accra-Kumasi Expressway Limited says construction is expected to begin in January 2027, following completion of right-of-way clearance by the Ghana Armed Forces. President Mahama is expected to cut the sod before Christmas, with the project now in the procurement phase and designs already completed.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. Roads minister demands quality standards for Accra-Kumasi Expressway

    Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza has cautioned contractors and stakeholders that the government will demand strict adherence to quality, value for money and timely delivery on the 198.7-kilometre Accra-Kumasi Expressway, which he said must be built to international standards as a long-term national asset.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. Some companies returning to China after tariff avoidance efforts falter

    A year after shifting production and sourcing out of China to avoid U.S. tariffs, some companies are bringing manufacturing back, finding that China's factory ecosystem—including its skilled labour, supplier networks, and reliable power—is difficult to replicate elsewhere. While "China plus one" strategies continue in Southeast Asia, some buyers are restoring Chinese suppliers after foreign operations encountered problems.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  38. Government to fund Accra-Kumasi Expressway without borrowing

    Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has assured that the government will not borrow to finance the construction of the 198.7-kilometre Accra-Kumasi Expressway, with all required funding to be available by December 2026 through domestic resource mobilisation. The project is expected to reduce travel time and transport costs, improve road safety, and ease pressure on existing road networks.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  39. Etihad Airways reports strong demand, higher capacity post-Iran disruption

    Abu Dhabi's Etihad Airways said its passenger-carrying capacity is running 15 to 17% above year-earlier levels as Gulf carriers rebound from Iran war disruption, with strong demand expected heading into the winter travel season and load factor at 92% in August.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  40. COPEC advocates strategic fuel reserve over repeated tax cuts

    The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers has urged government to establish a strategic petroleum reserve as a more sustainable alternative to repeatedly cutting taxes when fuel prices rise, arguing that building a structured system to reserve products during low-price periods would provide a more reliable buffer for the economy and consumers than relying on tax interventions.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. GAF hands over 175.6km land corridor for Accra-Kumasi Expressway

    The Ghana Armed Forces has formally handed over a 175.6-kilometre right-of-way to the government for construction of the proposed Accra-Kumasi Expressway. The six-lane project will cut the distance between the two cities by nearly 70 kilometres and reduce travel time to about two hours at 100km per hour, compared with five to six hours on the existing highway.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. $2 billion secured for Accra-Kumasi Expressway without borrowing

    President Mahama announced that $2 billion in taxpayer funds has been placed in a dedicated Bank of Ghana account to finance the Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction without external borrowing. The Finance Minister assured that the full amount will be available by December 31, 2026, with the 175.6-kilometre cleared right-of-way handed over on September 14.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. Mahama appoints 48 Engineer Regiment as Accra-Kumasi Expressway sub-contractor

    President Mahama has announced that the 48 Engineer Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces will serve as a major sub-contractor on the Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction. The Regiment is also directed to clear the right-of-way for the proposed New Accra Orbital, as government expands military engineering units' role in major infrastructure projects.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. Dangote oil refinery launches Africa's largest IPO targeting public investors

    Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched a public share offering of his oil refinery targeting $2.1 billion, offering roughly 3% as a "people's IPO" to ordinary Nigerians. Retail investors will pay a higher price than institutional investors who bought 6% in a July private placement for $2.5 billion at a lower valuation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Accra-Kumasi Expressway contractor selection starts, four-week timeline

    The government has published an Expression of Interest for prequalification to select a contractor for the 198.7-kilometre six-lane Accra-Kumasi Expressway, with selection expected within four weeks and contract award before end of 2026. The project aims to reduce travel time between Accra and Kumasi from five to six hours to about two hours.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. MTN Ghana holds sixth SME clinic on digital growth strategies

    MTN Ghana concluded its sixth SME Business Clinic in Greater Accra, bringing together over 200 entrepreneurs to provide practical tools, knowledge and partnerships for digital transformation, access to finance and market expansion. The two-day programme focused on developing effective marketing strategies for domestic and global business advantage.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  47. Nigerian billionaire Dangote launches continent's largest share sale

    Aliko Dangote has launched Africa's largest initial public offering, offering roughly 3% of his oil refinery to the public in a deal that could raise $2.1bn. The refinery, which started production in 2024, supplies more than 70% of Nigeria's energy consumption, and the IPO runs for a month with a minimum purchase of 10 shares costing about $4.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  48. Ghana's MSMEs must invest more strategically in human capital training

    Ghana's MSMEs, which account for over 90% of all businesses and contribute about 70% of GDP, face a 50% failure rate, partly due to severe underinvestment in human capital. The article argues that rethinking training and human capital investment is a strategic necessity for MSME survival.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  49. CANAL+ and LaLiga sign anti-piracy agreement across 50 countries

    CANAL+ and LaLiga have signed a strategic partnership to combat sports content piracy across nearly 50 countries spanning Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti, combining their technology and enforcement capabilities to disrupt illegal distribution networks.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Mining & Energy

  1. Oil prices surge 2%+ amid Houthi strikes and supply disruptions

    Oil prices jumped more than 2% on Monday following new Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia and Iranian attacks on ships in the Gulf, compounded by the closure of a key Saudi oil pipeline that threatens up to 4% of global oil supply. Brent crude futures rose $2.90 to $107.51 per barrel and WTI futures rose $2.27 to $102.32 per barrel.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana and China agree to combat illegal mining operations

    Ghana and China have agreed to deepen cooperation to tackle illegal mining, with both sides committing to ensure Chinese companies and nationals operating in Ghana comply with the country's laws. The cooperation will also cover green mining technology, environmental protection, technology transfer, and geological mapping, with both countries establishing a technical team to oversee implementation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Attack on Strait of Hormuz ship threatens global oil supplies

    A vessel in the Strait of Hormuz was hit by a projectile and caught fire, prompting crew evacuation, as Saudi Arabia closed its East-West pipeline after a drone attack. The disruptions raise concerns about Middle East energy supplies, which have already sent Brent crude above $100 a barrel.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  4. Eni and Vitol sign MoUs for two offshore blocks in Ghana

    Eni Ghana and Vitol Upstream Tano Ltd have signed Memoranda of Understanding with the Government covering two offshore blocks (GH WB three and GH WB eight) in Ghana's Tano Basin, covering approximately 2,100 square kilometres. The agreements pave the way for finalisation of Petroleum Agreements and align with Eni's Infrastructure-Led Exploration strategy to leverage existing infrastructure and proximity to established producing areas.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  5. Gold Fields Ghana awards scholarships to 150 tertiary students

    Gold Fields Ghana Limited awarded scholarships to 150 tertiary students from its host communities, with 86 female beneficiaries and 50 who completed basic education in host community schools. Since the scholarship programme's establishment, 3,092 students have benefited.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  6. NPA raises fuel price floor from September 16

    Ghana's National Petroleum Authority has increased the petrol price floor to GH¢16 per litre and diesel to GH¢16.77 per litre effective September 16, up from GH¢14.53 and GH¢15.60 respectively. Industry analysts expect oil marketing companies to pass on these increases to consumers at the pump.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Agriculture & Land

  1. CSD Reform supports livelihoods at Lewuniyiri with skills, livestock

    CSD Reform's PROVE project, implemented with UNDP Ghana, has provided vocational skills training, production equipment, livestock grants, and a community tricycle to vulnerable households in Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District to improve incomes and market access.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. World Shea Expo 2026 to convene 8,000 participants in Tamale

    The 2026 World Shea Expo will take place in Tamale from September 15–17, with Vice-President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as Special Guest of Honour. The event, endorsed by President Mahama and themed on accelerating women and youth-led value addition, will bring together harvesters, processors, and global investors for exhibitions, investment forums, and policy dialogues.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Armed Forces disburses compensation to 469 farmers for expressway project

    The Ghana Armed Forces has paid the first tranche of compensation to 469 affected farmers as it clears land for the Accra-Kumasi Expressway project across 175.6 kilometers. Farmers received between GH₵350,000 and GH₵1,500 based on property valuations, with 800 farmers expected to be compensated by the end of the process.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ghana's restoration champions share tree-planting lessons

    Practitioners from TerraFund and AFR100 programmes gathered in Sunyani to exchange restoration experiences. A key finding: oversized nursery seedlings may struggle to adapt to field conditions like wind, contrary to previous practice.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Society

  1. GES reports 95% of SHS applicants already placed this year

    The Ghana Education Service says about 95% of students seeking senior high school admission have been placed, with 527,000 automatically placed compared to 483,000 last year. The GES head of public relations attributed the improvement to a significant rise in automatic placements and a drop in self-placements from 107,000 to 53,000.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NACOC arrests drug suspects, but agency lacks resources to fight cartels

    Following the arrest of three suspects linked to Dutch fugitive Jos Leijdekkers after a $260 million cocaine seizure in France, Joy Online argues that while NACOC's success is commendable, the agency operates without adequate funding, vehicles, or port equipment to effectively combat international drug cartels.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Vice President calls for environmental action after recent floods

    Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger environmental consciousness and urged Ghanaians to make greening integral to development, citing recent floods as a reminder of the consequences of environmental neglect, particularly plastics and household waste choking drains and waterways.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Telecel Foundation provides free health screening at Fetu Afahye

    The Telecel Ghana Foundation offered free medical screenings including malaria, hepatitis B, typhoid, HIV, and blood glucose to residents of Abura in the Central Region during Fetu Afahye celebrations, in partnership with Cape Coast Metropolitan Hospital and the Divine Mother and Child Foundation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Driver fined GH¢900 for dumping concrete on highway

    The Madina District Court fined Solomon Tawiah GH¢900 after he pleaded guilty to discharging a quantity of concrete onto the Madina-Adenta Highway, endangering and obstructing road users. The fine comprised three consecutive penalties of GH¢300 each for placement of construction materials on the road, causing danger to a road user, and obstructing an intersection.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Police interdict officer over law student's motorbike death

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested and interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng following the death of 23-year-old law student Ivan Baidoo, who died in a motorbike incident on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026. The Homicide Unit and Police Professional Standards Bureau are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and the officer's conduct.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. University of Ghana inaugurates committees for 80th anniversary

    Vice-Chancellor Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo has inaugurated three committees—the Scientific Committee to Oversee the University of Ghana History Project, the 80th Anniversary History Project Research and Writing Team, and the 80th Anniversary Celebration Planning Committee—to prepare for the University of Ghana's 80th anniversary celebration in 2028.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Ghana Medical Trust Fund supports 110 children at Cardiothoracic Centre

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund marked its first anniversary by providing financial support for cardiac treatment to more than 110 children at the National Cardiothoracic Centre at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, removing barriers to lifesaving care for families unable to afford treatment.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. 12-year-old crash survivor appeals for help after losing both legs

    Angelina Stickings, 12, lost both legs and her father in the August 13, 2026 Ofankor-Pokuase crash that killed 12 people. Now receiving treatment at Greater Accra Regional Hospital, she is appealing for public support to fund her recovery and prosthetic limbs so she can return to school.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Education Ministry extends SHS placement deadline by one week

    Ghana's Education Ministry has extended the 2026 Senior High School placement exercise by one week to allow students with outstanding placement issues to secure schools before the September 18 reopening. As of the extension announcement, 33,726 of 53,887 self-placement-eligible students had secured placement, and the CSSPS Secretariat had resolved 4,531 of 9,948 reported cases at resolution centres.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Ghana and INTERPOL combat transnational organised crime

    Ghana, working with INTERPOL and international law-enforcement partners, has made significant strides in combating transnational organised crime through joint operations that have resulted in arrests, asset recovery, victim rescue, and disruption of cross-border criminal networks. COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, Director-General of the CID, highlighted this progress while commemorating the UN International Day of Police Cooperation on September 7.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Minority questions stalled investigations into US$350m cocaine seizure

    Ghana's Minority in Parliament questioned progress in investigations into a March 2025 seizure of more than 3.3 tonnes of cocaine at Pedu Junction in Cape Coast, valued at more than US$350 million. More than a year after the seizure, only the driver, a housemaid, and a few other suspects have been arraigned, while the alleged masterminds and financiers remain unidentified and unpunished.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. AGI urges SMEs to adopt workplace training for youth employability

    The Association of Ghana Industries called on small and medium-sized enterprises to adopt workplace-based training to enhance the employability of young people, arguing that closer collaboration between industry and TVET institutions is critical to ensuring graduates acquire practical skills that match labour market needs.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Government recruits 16,000 health personnel for FPHC programme

    The Minister of Health says the government is recruiting 16,000 health professionals to support the Free Primary Health Care programme towards achieving Universal Health Coverage, with 8,000 already recruited and posted to health facilities and 8,000 more planned. He noted that health professionals are increasingly accepting postings to underserved areas including the Upper West region, and that the government has placed 13,500 nurses on the payroll and cleared their arrears.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. Four remanded for alleged illegal sand-winning near Amasaman

    The Accra Circuit Court Eight has remanded four persons accused of illegal sand-winning and unlawful damage to crops at Teacher Mantey near Amasaman. The accused denied the charges; the prosecution opposed bail, arguing the offences were serious and the accused might abscond.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Unemployed man sentenced 18 months for stabbing DJ at home

    A 19-year-old man has been convicted and sentenced to 18 months' imprisonment by the Asante Abuakwa Circuit Court for causing harm. He stabbed a DJ who caught him escaping from the DJ's ceiling on December 2, 2025; the DJ was treated at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Security guard remanded for alleged murder of doctor and wife

    The Adabraka District Court remanded Abraham Newton Awundok over the alleged murder of Dr Jesse Amuah, 80, and his wife Elizabeth Esi Amuah, 64, at Asylum Down, Accra on March 23, 2026. According to prosecution, Awundok, who worked as a security guard and did household chores for the couple, allegedly killed them with a pestle and kitchen knife following a dispute over payment.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Juvenile inmates achieve 100% pass rate in BECE exam

    Eleven young offenders at the Senior Correctional Centre in Accra achieved a 100 per cent pass rate in the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination, with several securing passes in all nine subjects. The Ghana Prisons Service highlighted the achievement as demonstrating the value of education in reforming and rehabilitating inmates.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  19. Eleven juvenile inmates achieve 100% pass in BECE

    All 11 young offenders at the Senior Correctional Centre in Accra passed the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination, with several securing passes in all nine subjects. The Deputy Director of Prisons attributed the achievement to the Ghana Prisons Service's focus on reformation, rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  20. Ghana Medical Trust Fund helps 110 children receive heart care

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund has enabled more than 150 cardiac patients, including about 110 children, to access lifesaving heart treatment at the National Cardiothoracic Centre at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital during its first year of operation.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  21. President Mahama extends free primary healthcare to underserved districts

    President John Dramani Mahama announced that the government's Free Primary Healthcare Programme has covered 135 of 150 targeted deprived districts, with the remaining 15 to be onboarded by year-end and all 261 districts to be covered by end of 2028. The programme provides free basic diagnosis, treatment, antenatal and postnatal services, and treatment of minor ailments at CHPS compounds, health centres and polyclinics without requiring National Health Insurance cards or payment.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  22. 583 adolescents managed for suicide concerns in two years

    The Ghana Health Service reported that 583 adolescents were managed for suicide-related concerns between 2024 and 2025, with 423 recorded in 2024 and 160 in 2025. The article calls for early suicide prevention through socio-emotional learning programmes in schools and communities, rather than reacting only when a crisis occurs.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  23. Police arrest officer in connection with 23-year-old's death

    The Ghana Police Service has arrested and interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng following investigations into the death of 23-year-old Ivan Baidoo on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026, which became public through a viral video. The Homicide Unit and Police Professional Standards Bureau are conducting investigations to establish full circumstances surrounding the incident.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  24. Policymakers must rethink transport system for road safety

    Environmental advocate Nana Dwomoh Sarpong has called on policymakers to fundamentally rethink Ghana's transport management system, citing growing disorder from congestion, poor infrastructure, road encroachment, and unsafe interaction between different categories of road users as issues requiring urgent attention. He specifically questioned the current management of motorcycles and commercial tricycles on major roads and suggested Ghana examine how other countries regulate smaller vehicles on highways.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  25. Ghana faces criticism as major cocaine seizure occurs abroad

    French authorities intercepted nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine concealed in a container of plastic waste shipped from Ghana at the northern port of Dunkirk, worth about €225 million. The Chronicle editorial warns that Ghana risks becoming attractive to transnational drug trafficking networks as a transit point for narcotics destined for Europe and raises questions about how such large consignments are leaving the country undetected.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  26. Education Minister Haruna acknowledges SHS placement challenges

    Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has acknowledged shortcomings in this year's Computerised School Selection and Placement System but disputed characterising the process as a failure, attributing the crisis to infrastructure that failed to keep pace with Free SHS expansion. According to the minister, roughly 604,000 students are in the placement system, of which 527,000 (about 87 per cent) have been placed.

    14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  27. GES opens non-teaching staff promotion applications

    The Ghana Education Service has opened applications for suitably qualified serving non-teaching staff seeking promotion to various upper grades across accounting, audit, administration, catering, technical, library, supply, laboratory, secretarial, and driver classes. Applicants must have been promoted to specified grades by 2022 and remained continuously at post, with satisfactory work history and conduct; Master's and PhD holders may enter interviews out of turn if their qualification was obtained from an approved GES course after their previous promotion.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Discipline necessary for children but must avoid abuse

    Dr Angela Dwamena-Aboagye of the Ark Foundation has stressed that discipline is essential in child-rearing to provide guidance and boundaries, but warned parents and caregivers against crossing into violence or cruel treatment, cautioning against methods such as hitting with household objects or withholding food.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Ghana launches free rabies vaccination for 25,000 pets nationwide

    The Veterinary Services Department has commenced a nationwide campaign in September 2026 providing free rabies vaccinations for 25,000 dogs and cats in high-risk areas, part of efforts to achieve zero human deaths from dog-mediated rabies by 2030. The campaign includes public education through schools, religious institutions, and media in multiple languages.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. Ghana lacks systematic tracking of child protection funding

    Dr Angela Dwamena-Aboagye, founder of the Ark Foundation, has called for a systematic approach to child protection funding in Ghana, arguing that resources must be tracked and directed to areas where children face the greatest risks. She stressed that without reliable data and a deliberate monitoring system, funding cannot be effectively prioritised or allocated according to district-level needs.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. Workers who fail to adapt to AI could lose jobs

    ALX Enterprise's Partnerships Manager Edward Akane said AI is unlikely to completely replace human workers, but those who fail to learn new skills and adapt to changing technology could find themselves losing jobs. He emphasized that the future of work depends on how well workers combine their existing expertise with emerging AI tools.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Ghana's child protection system weakening despite strong legal framework

    The executive director of the ARK Foundation says Ghana has become less effective at protecting children despite having laws, policies and systems in place, citing a loss of deliberate and coordinated approaches at district and community levels. She notes that while Ghana has strengthened its legal and policy framework over the years, these have not translated into sufficient support and protection for children at the community level.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. NACOC arrests three suspects linked to fugitive drug kingpin

    Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission has arrested three suspects allegedly representing Dutch fugitive Jos Leijdekkers in the country, following a French customs seizure of cocaine linked to a wider trafficking network. The arrests are part of NACOC's effort to prevent Ghana from being used as a base for international drug-trafficking organisations.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. Workers must blend AI skills with professional expertise

    ALX Enterprise Partnership Manager Edward Akani advised that employees must continuously develop skills and combine artificial intelligence with professional expertise to remain relevant as AI significantly changes how jobs are performed. He said AI is unlikely to completely replace human workers but will require adaptability, continuous learning, and a combination of technical skills, professional expertise, and creativity.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Seven in ten human trafficking cases never reach prosecution

    A JoyNews Research analysis of official data from 2017 to 2025 found that of 1,264 human trafficking cases recorded in Ghana, only 361 progressed to prosecution and 158 resulted in convictions. The gap in the criminal justice process occurs before prosecution; once cases reach court, 44% end in conviction.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  36. Ghana has domestic violence laws, but victims face financial barriers

    Commentary examines Ghana's Domestic Violence Act and related support structures, questioning whether survivors can afford to access the legal protections and services available to them, including DOVVSU, courts, and the One-Stop Centre in Accra.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  37. Nandom MP allocates GH¢282,000 scholarship for 98 students

    The MP for Nandom Constituency has approved GH¢282,000 in bursaries to support about 98 students' education in the 2026/27 academic year, alongside GH¢47,500 for medical bills for constituents in 2026. Details of beneficiaries will be announced at a ceremony on Thursday at the Municipal Assembly Hall in Danko.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  38. GCB Bank staff donate medical equipment to Korle-Bu NICU

    Employees of GCB Bank PLC have donated a baby incubator and other medical equipment worth GH₵100,000 to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. The donation is part of 95 community projects being undertaken through GCB's 2026 Staff Community Impact Programme.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  39. Primary school teacher found dead in Atwima Kwanwoma District

    A primary school teacher in Ampabame No. 1, Atwima Kwanwoma District, was found dead early Saturday after stepping out of his home; the circumstances are unclear, though the incident is suspected to be suicide, and police are investigating.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  40. OMJ Foundation awards 12 BECEPIP learners transition packages

    The OMJ Foundation fulfilled its scholarship promise by awarding 12 outstanding learners from the three-month BECEPIP pilot programme in Akuapem South with mattresses, chop boxes, and travelling suitcases to support their transition into Senior High School. Founder Osei Mensah Joseph encouraged the beneficiaries to remain focused and disciplined while urging parents to take greater responsibility for their children's academic development.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  41. LGA holds conference, AGM; elects new leadership

    The Legal Green Association held a landmark programme bringing together law students, legal professionals and public officials for a conference, annual general meeting and election of new executives for 2026/2027. The event featured speakers including Ghana's Deputy Chief of Staff, Foreign Affairs Minister and Chief Whip of Parliament.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  42. JSALK Beverages pays hospital bills for struggling nursing mothers

    JSALK Beverages Ghana Limited paid all medical and delivery bills for nursing mothers at Nkawie-Toase Government Hospital in the Atwima Nwabiagya Municipality and donated 60 packs of Eden Yuan bottled mineral water to the Maternity Department as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  43. UNFPA urges Ghana to address maternal deaths crisis

    The UN Population Fund has called for urgent presidential intervention over Ghana's maternal health crisis, stating that one woman dies every three hours in the country. The UNFPA Regional Director noted the problem is multisectoral, spanning roads, electricity, and human resources, and therefore requires coordinated action beyond the Ministry of Health alone.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  44. Nanton Zuo residents still drink from contaminated dam

    More than a year after a JoyNews investigation exposed serious contamination in Nanton Zuo's main water source, residents continue to rely on the same dam because attempts to find alternatives—boreholes and piped supplies—have failed. The dam's microbial contamination was so high it could not be counted, yet the community's latest proposal is to rehabilitate it.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  45. Ashanti parents accept lower-category schools as deadline nears

    Parents in Kumasi whose children lack senior high school placement say they will accept placement in any school, including Category C or D options, as the September 18 reporting deadline approaches and academic activities have begun in some institutions. They are urging authorities to consider boarding status for students given long-distance placements and transportation costs.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  46. Signs and patterns in difficult marriages explained

    Marriage experts note that bad marriages are marked by unmet emotional needs, loss of affection, and patterns of dishonesty, disrespect, and avoidance. All marriages experience difficult periods, but persistent frustration and disconnection—rather than occasional hardship—characterize struggling relationships.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  47. Gospel singer Bernice Offei died after dementia battle

    Veteran gospel singer Bernice Offei died at age 63 after battling dementia for about five years, according to her former manager. The condition affected her memory and ability to carry out everyday activities; she became disoriented while out of the house, was subsequently found after a public search, hospitalized, and died on September 12.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  48. Asutifi South Assembly forms taskforce against illegal NHIS fees

    The Asutifi South District Assembly has announced plans to form a dedicated taskforce to combat unauthorized out-of-pocket charges within the National Health Insurance Scheme. The taskforce will monitor health facilities and receive reports from patients, with stakeholders across Ahafo Region warning healthcare providers against illegal charges or risk apprehension and prosecution.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  49. 87-year-old remanded over alleged defilement of 9-year-old girl

    An 87-year-old man, Yaw Gahornu, has been remanded by the Osu Court over the alleged defilement of a nine-year-old girl at Ofankor, Accra, between July and August 2026. The abuse allegedly came to light when the girl's mother noticed blood stains on her daughter's underwear and the child disclosed the accused's involvement; the accused was subsequently caught in the act by his granddaughter and reported to family members.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  50. PRIMER must ensure pregnant women and babies return home safely

    Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has tasked the Presidential Initiative on Maternal Health Emergency Response (PRIMER) with ensuring pregnant women and their babies return home safely after receiving care, saying the measure of its success should not simply be facility attendance but survival and safe return home. She said PRIMER must strengthen existing systems rather than operate as a stand-alone programme.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  51. LEAP cash transfers begin in phases targeting 450,000 households

    Ghana's Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has commenced nationwide payments under the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme following a reassessment of beneficiary households. Payments are being rolled out in phases, and the Ministry has urged eligible households to be patient as not all beneficiaries will receive grants simultaneously.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  52. Education entrepreneur named 2026 Forty Under 40 Achiever

    Thara Brigitte Mills Simmonds, founder of Mulan Smart Educational Center and Mulan Neurodiversity School, has been recognised as the 2026 Forty Under 40 Achiever in the Education category for her work in inclusive education and autism advocacy. The award was presented at a ceremony in Accra on Saturday, September 12.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  53. Ghana risks maternal health gains without rural health worker incentives

    The UNFPA Regional Director for West and Central Africa has warned that Ghana's progress in reducing maternal deaths could stall without deliberate incentives to retain health workers in remote areas, noting that medical professionals are reluctant to accept postings outside the capital.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  54. Gaps in suicide data hinder prevention efforts in Ghana

    Ghana's suicide reporting system is fragmented and affected by stigma, weak death certification, and the lingering effects of criminalisation, according to the Medical Director of the Accra Psychiatric Hospital. The gaps in data from the country's four main sources—the District Health Information Management System, the Births and Deaths Registry, police data, and research—are hindering accurate determination of the scale and patterns of suicide needed to guide prevention interventions.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  55. Police rescue man, arrest four in alleged kidnapping syndicate

    The Central North Regional Police Command rescued a 30-year-old man and arrested four suspects, including two teachers and a security guard, following an intelligence-led operation targeting an alleged kidnapping, torture and extortion syndicate. The arrests stemmed from a case initiated in September after one of the suspects alleged she had been defrauded.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  56. Deputy Chief of Staff denies government approval for school-adjacent market

    Deputy Chief of Staff Stan Xoese Dogbe has clarified that the government did not approve the siting of a market near a school in Ahafo Ano South District, Ashanti Region. The Ashanti Regional Minister halted construction after the issue was raised, and the community has been asked to find alternative land for the model market project.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  57. Paramount Chief donates land for fire station in Tamale

    The Paramount Chief of Bamvum has donated a one-acre plot at Jongshegu to the Ghana National Fire Service for construction of a new fire station, intended to improve emergency response times in the rapidly expanding area.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  58. NACOC arrests three suspects linked to Dutch drug trafficker

    The Narcotics Control Commission has arrested three suspects for allegedly representing and facilitating activities of Dutch fugitive Jos Leijdekkers ("Bolle Jos") in Ghana, following a cocaine seizure by French customs linked to a wider trafficking network.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Culture

  1. Accra nonprofit unveils recycled textiles platform at London Design Week

    The Or Foundation, an Accra-based organisation, will debut Foose Materials—a recycled textiles platform—at the London Design Festival's Material Matters event. The platform introduces two new recycled material lines: Cassaboard, a biocomposite made from post-consumer textile waste blended with cassava-based binders for interior applications, and Tarnty, a circular yarn made from unsold t-shirts, both sourced from Kantamanto Market in Accra.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Medical drama The Pitt gains 25 Emmy nominations

    The Pitt, a TV series depicting staff at a fictional Pittsburgh trauma centre, has received 25 Emmy nominations. Real-life doctors and medical professionals praise it as the most realistic medical drama yet.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Latif Abubakar stages theatrical response to Mahama UN slavery resolution

    Veteran playwright Latif Abubakar has created "The Darkest Chapter," a musical dance theatrical production inspired by President Mahama and Foreign Minister Ablakwa's testimony at the UN General Assembly, where Ghana led a resolution (voted 123-3) declaring the transatlantic trafficking of enslaved Africans and chattel enslavement the gravest crime against humanity.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Afenyo-Markin pays tribute to late gospel musician Bernice Offei

    Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has mourned veteran gospel musician Bernice Offei, who died at age 63, describing her songs as "sermons set to music" that carried faith and provided comfort to listeners. He noted her 2007 album Life won her Best Female Vocal Performance and Songwriter of the Year awards at the 2009 Ghana Music Awards.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Young artists from 100 countries exhibit at festival in Russia

    Young artists aged 18–35 from 100 countries are showcasing works at an international art exhibition during the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Ekaterinburg, Russia, held September 11–17, 2026. The exhibition, organised by ANO Tavrida Art and the Union of Russian Artists, selected entries based on artistic merit and ability to reflect themes of homeland, culture, tradition, history, people, and landscapes.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Sarki Osman Abdallah Mutawalle installed as Sowutuom Hausa Chief

    Sarki Osman Abdallah Mutawalle was officially installed as the Hausa Chief of Sowutuom and surrounding communities in a ceremony led by the National Chief Imam. The event featured traditional and religious proceedings, maulid celebration, and cultural displays, with community members expressing support for the new chief and his pledges to serve with commitment and promote peace and unity.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  7. M.anifest criticises toxic fan culture in Ghanaian music

    Following a public exchange between Sarkodie and Stonebwoy, rapper M.anifest criticised stan culture and the hostility among fan bases, arguing that intense loyalty to artistes creates division detrimental to Ghanaian music culture.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Young agricultural journalists train in Croatia including Ghanaian

    Ten emerging agricultural journalists under 35 from around the world, including Emmanuel Bright Quaicoe of Ghana, gathered in Zagreb this week for the IFAJ-Alltech Young Leaders in Agricultural Journalism Award training event, which features presentations on business growth and industry relevance.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sport

  1. Manchester derby VAR officials removed from weekend Premier League duty

    The video assistant referee Matt Donohue and assistant VAR Blake Antrobus have not been appointed for this weekend's Premier League games following Pro Ref's admission of an "error of judgement" in awarding Erling Haaland's winning goal for Manchester City at Manchester United on Sunday. Pro Ref said the VAR should have recommended an on-field review regarding Enzo Fernandez's position and likely impact on play.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. ITF junior tennis J60 tournament stage begins in Accra

    The third week of the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors tournament begins in Accra, with the J60 stage running from 14 to 26 September at the National Tennis Centre. The J30 finals concluded the previous week, with Nigeria's Goodnews Eyinjuoluwa Aina winning the girls' singles title and China's Ruoyu Hua winning the boys' singles.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. DR Congo recruits six European-based players after World Cup run

    Boosted by their last-32 finish at this year's World Cup, DR Congo have added six European-based players to their squad for upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Equatorial Guinea and Zimbabwe. Four of the new players—Ezechiel Banzuzi, Stanis Idumbo, Noah Mbamba, and Kevin Pedro—have prior junior international caps for other nations and are awaiting FIFA approval to switch eligibility.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Black Princesses coach backs youth talent despite U-20 World Cup exit

    Ghana's Black Princesses coach Charles Sampson says the future of the senior team is secure despite the youth squad finishing bottom of their group at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, winning one of three matches. Sampson attributed the exit to lapses in concentration and discipline during set pieces.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Gyan encourages Black Princesses after U-20 World Cup exit

    Asamoah Gyan has backed Ghana's U-20 women's football team following their exit from the 2026 U-20 Women's World Cup after losing 4-0 to France in their final group game in Poland on September 12. Gyan told the players the future is bright despite their group stage elimination, urging them to keep faith and train to return stronger.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Black Princesses exit U-20 World Cup, Gyan offers encouragement

    Ghana's U-20 women's team lost to France 4–0 and suffered their eighth consecutive group stage exit from the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Asamoah Gyan offered the team motivational remarks, urging them to take the defeat in good faith and face future challenges with resilience.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Nations FC exits CAF Confederation Cup in preliminary round

    Nations FC were eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup after a 2-1 aggregate loss to Mali's FC Diarra in the preliminary round, ending the Abrankese club's maiden continental campaign. Head coach Zdravko Logarušić attributed the early exit to squad changes and the absence of key players.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. World Athletics Ultimate Championship Budapest concludes with sprint dominance

    The World Athletics Ultimate Championship Budapest 26 concluded on Sunday with 28 titles awarded across three nights. US sprinters Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek completed sprint doubles, with Jefferson-Wooden clocking 21.47 in the women's 200m and Bednarek running 19.52 in the men's 200m, while other highlights included world record-holder Alison dos Santos winning the men's 400m hurdles and Josh Kerr taking the men's 1500m title.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Black Maidens depart for WAFU B U-17 tournament in Yamoussokro

    Ghana's U-17 women's national team has travelled to Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire, for the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Girls' Cup, which begins on Tuesday, September 16, with 22 players called up. The tournament will serve as qualifiers for the 2027 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, and the Black Maidens will face Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Togo, Niger and Côte d'Ivoire in a round-robin format.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  10. Kotoko defeats Lions 2-1, coach cites defensive struggles

    Asante Kotoko beat Heart of Lions 2-1 in the Ghana Premier League, securing their first win of the season, but head coach Eric Tinkler said the team "won ugly" and highlighted defensive issues despite the victory moving them to fourth place with four points.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  11. Frederick Semenu Duvor wins MTN 30th Invitational Golf tournament

    Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men's Group A category at the MTN 30th Anniversary Invitational Golf Tournament at Achimota Golf Club on Saturday with 39 points. Winners were also announced across multiple categories in the ladies', seniors, and additional group divisions.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  12. Gyamfi hat-trick gives Ashantigold first Ghana Premier League win

    David Gyamfi scored a hat-trick as FC Ashantigold defeated Vision FC 3-1 at the Len Clay Stadium, securing their first-ever Ghana Premier League victory. The debutants, who drew 1-1 with Vision in the first half before Gyamfi struck twice more, now have four points from their opening two matches.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  13. Garcia retains WBC welterweight title with second-round stoppage

    Ryan Garcia successfully defended his WBC welterweight championship against Conor Benn, forcing a stoppage victory in the second round of their Las Vegas bout. Benn's attempt at a world title upset in his first world title fight ended when Garcia's display of speed, power and precision proved too much.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  14. Rybakina defeats Sabalenka to claim US Open title

    Elena Rybakina won the US Open title with a 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 victory over Aryna Sabalenka, the two-time defending champion. In doing so, Rybakina claimed Sabalenka's No. 1 ranking and demonstrated relentless, error-minimising tennis to exploit the match's narrow margins.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  15. Ghana's Black Princesses eliminated from U20 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Princesses were eliminated from the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup after a 4-0 loss to France in their final Group C match, extending Ghana's record to eight consecutive tournaments without reaching the knockout stage since their debut in 2010.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  16. Frederick Duvor wins Men's Group A at MTN golf tournament

    Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men's Group A category at the MTN 30th Anniversary Invitational Golf Tournament at Achimota Golf Club with 39 points. Julienne Afi dominated the Ladies' Group A with 39 points, while Yaw Mireku Jnr. emerged winner in Men's Group B with 45 points.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  17. Two Ghanaian young referees selected for WAFU U17 Girls Cup

    Two young Ghanaian referees, Mercy Boakyewaa Gyan and Linda Ayimpoka Asogro, have been selected for the WAFU Zone B U17 Girls Cup in Côte d'Ivoire (September 15–28, 2026) following Ghana Football Association's Catch Them Young Refereeing Policy. They were chosen among 14 young officials from the zone to gain international experience and develop their refereeing skills.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  18. Ronaldo demands lifetime bans for disrespectful Jota chanting

    Cristiano Ronaldo called for lifetime stadium bans after fans chanted the name of late footballer Diogo Jota at Ruben Neves during a Saudi Pro League match. Jota, a former Liverpool and Wolverhampton player, died in a car crash in Spain aged 28 last year.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  19. GFA rejects GPL weakness claim after Medeama, Nations FC exits

    The Ghana Football Association says the preliminary-round exits of defending GPL champions Medeama SC and FA Cup winners Nations FC from CAF inter-club competitions do not reflect weakness in the domestic league. GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum argued that poor African performance by individual clubs does not indicate league quality, citing PSG's success in a non-elite European league as comparison.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. Swiss brand On signs collegiate standout Doris Lemngole professionally

    Track and field athlete Doris Lemngole has signed a professional contract with sportswear brand On, transitioning from a previous NIL partnership. The University of Alabama distance runner won consecutive NCAA Cross Country Championships and The Bowerman award, and has already competed successfully on the Diamond League circuit.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Jordan Ayew returns to action ahead of AFCON qualifiers

    Ghana captain Jordan Ayew made his Sheffield United debut, coming off the bench against Wolves and playing the final 26 minutes. His return is timely as Ghana prepares to face Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers later this month.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. De Zerbi questions Kudus' fitness for Ghana AFCON qualifiers

    Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has cast doubt on Mohammed Kudus' availability for Ghana's upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, saying the midfielder has not yet reached full fitness after returning from an injury sustained in January 2026.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Black Maidens aim to defend WAFU B title ahead of World Cup

    Ghana's U-17 female national team, the Black Maidens, begin their WAFU Zone B U-17 Girls Cup campaign against Burkina Faso on Tuesday, using the tournament in Côte d'Ivoire to prepare for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco next month. Head coach Joe Nana Adarkwa says the team will assess players and compete to defend the title they won last year.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Five Ghanaian players merit Black Stars selection for AFCON qualifiers

    With Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers approaching, Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz will face difficult squad selection decisions. Joy Online highlights five Ghanaians abroad—including Augustine Boakye at Saint-Étienne, Rahim Ibrahim at Slovan Bratislava, and Joseph Opoku at Swansea City—who have made strong cases for consideration in upcoming AFCON qualifiers.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. Three midfielders could cover for injured Partey in AFCON qualifiers

    Ghana faces a possible absence of Thomas Partey due to injury for upcoming 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia, with coach Carlos Queiroz considering replacements including Ibrahim Sulemana, Emmanuel Adjei, and a third midfielder.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. AshantiGold's Gyamfi Junior hat-trick wins GPL Matchweek 2 award

    Eight Ghana Premier League players won NASCO Man of the Match awards for Matchweek 2. David Gyamfi Junior of AshantiGold scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 victory over Vision FC and claimed the top award along with a 32-inch television.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Kotoko ends 11-year winless streak against Heart of Lions

    Asante Kotoko defeated Heart of Lions for the first time in 11 years at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. Head coach Eric Tinkler acknowledged the win was difficult, noting defensive struggles despite playing against 10 men at one point.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tourism & Environment

  1. Tema Metropolitan Assembly warns against illegal tree felling

    The Tema Metropolitan Assembly has warned residents against unauthorised felling of trees, saying they protect the city from environmental effects of industrial and port activities. The assembly recently found at least 10 trees felled without a permit at Meridian Enclave, which the MCE described as criminal and part of a broader challenge of lawlessness and disregard for environmental regulations.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. GARCC ordered to restore Kpeshie Lagoon ecosystem after demolitions

    Ghana's Deputy Chief of Staff has directed the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council to restore the Kpeshie Lagoon following removal of illegal structures, involving tree-planting and environmental safeguards to strengthen the wetland's capacity to retain floodwaters and prevent future encroachment.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Environmental groups seek National Park status for Atewa Forest

    Environmental groups are calling for the Atewa Range Forest Reserve to be converted into a National Park, citing increasing illegal mining activities, encroachment, and threats to biodiversity and water resources. The groups are also demanding stronger security and increased resources for state agencies responsible for protecting the reserve.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

World & Region

  1. Trump downplays AI risks, prioritizes competition with China

    US President Donald Trump has dismissed warnings by experts about artificial intelligence risks, saying negative forces are exaggerating threats that won't materialise. Trump stated the US is leading China on AI and that "whoever wins AI, wins," framing the technology as a strategic competition rather than an existential risk.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Libyan authorities seize tens of thousands of Gaddafi-marked ecstasy pills

    Libyan security forces intercepted a shipment of approximately 100,000 ecstasy pills smuggled from Europe, each moulded with the face of ousted leader Muammar Gaddafi. Libya has become a major regional transit hub for synthetic drugs, with gangs exploiting the country's instability since 2011.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Meeting on Strait of Hormuz shipping agreement postponed

    A regional diplomatic meeting between Iran and Persian Gulf powers, scheduled for Monday, was postponed "in the interests of consensus," according to Oman's foreign minister. The postponement came amid fresh attacks on Middle East oil transit routes and Saudi Arabia's closure of a 1,200-km pipeline damaged in drone strikes.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Nigeria parliament boycotts South Africa over migrant safety

    Nigeria's parliament has suspended official visits to South Africa and ordered lawmakers to boycott South African-hosted legislative activities, citing reports of attacks on Nigerians and other African migrants. Since 2022, 98 Nigerians have died in mob and hate-related incidents there, and 1,695 Nigerians have been voluntarily evacuated this year amid xenophobia-related tensions.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Deported Egyptian man taken into custody after criticising police

    An Egyptian man deported to Equatorial Guinea who spoke out against alleged rough treatment by security forces has been taken into police custody and is being held incommunicado, according to his lawyer. Security forces also seized phones from migrants at a hotel where they are being held, citing a Reuters story as the reason.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Trump administration lends $100 million to Africell, countering Huawei

    The U.S. Export-Import Bank will lend nearly $100 million to Africell, Africa's only American-owned telecoms firm, to enable investment in mobile network technology from American and allied suppliers as part of efforts to counter China's Huawei expansion in Africa. The loan is part of Washington's broader campaign to replace Huawei telecoms equipment overseas.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. Russia opens neo-Nazism exhibition at youth festival

    An exhibition titled "Catastrophe of Memory. Neo-Nazism in the 21st Century" opened on September 13 at the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Ekaterinburg, examining the history of Nazism and what organisers describe as the resurgence of neo-Nazi ideology in the modern world. The festival has attracted participants from 191 countries.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Ghana Battalion 92 completes year-long Lebanon peacekeeping mission

    Ghana Army's GHANBATT 92 returned home after a year-long UN peacekeeping deployment in southern Lebanon, where the 615-strong contingent faced escalating Israel-Hezbollah conflict and attacks on its positions, including a March 6 missile strike on battalion headquarters that injured personnel.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  9. Indonesian ferry sinks; six dead, 107 rescued, 130 missing

    Six people have died and 107 have been rescued from the Virgo Transport ferry in the Java Sea after it encountered bad weather with 243 people on board. A search and rescue operation is ongoing for the remaining 130 missing passengers and crew.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  10. Swedish election could bring far-right party into government

    Swedish voters are heading to the polls in an election that could see a far-right party enter government for the first time. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's centre-right coalition, which relies on outside support from the anti-immigration Sweden Democrats, faces a narrow-lead opposition led by former Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  11. Russia hosts 10,000 young people at 2026 International Youth Festival

    Russia is hosting about 10,000 young people from across the world at the 2026 International Youth Festival in Ekaterinburg, which runs until September 17 and showcases culture, technology, innovation and international cooperation through fashion, food, art, sports and cultural exchanges.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  12. Malta and Ghana pursue structured AI partnership dialogue

    Malta's High Commissioner to Ghana called for a forward-looking partnership in artificial intelligence at One Vecta Africa AI Week 2026, proposing structured dialogue between governments, regulators, universities and the private sector to identify practical initiatives with measurable outcomes. Malta aims to share its institutional experience and regulatory expertise under the EU's AI Act with Ghana, emphasizing trust-building, public capacity for understanding AI, and alignment with human values.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  13. Ghanaian youth at 2026 festival could strengthen Russia ties

    Ghanaian delegates at the 2026 International Youth Festival in Ekaterinburg could help strengthen Ghana-Russia relations through networks that translate into trade, investment, education and technology partnerships, according to the CEO of the Ghana Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  14. Over 30 dead, 50 hospitalised after consuming contaminated alcoholic drinks in Nigeria

    More than 30 people have died and about 50 others are hospitalised following suspected consumption of contaminated locally produced alcoholic drinks in communities in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. The Ondo State Government has ordered the suspension of the sale and consumption of locally produced alcoholic drinks and other suspected concoctions in the affected communities.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  15. UK lawmakers demand new AI legislation to protect human rights

    A cross-party panel of UK lawmakers has called for sweeping legislative intervention to address AI threats to fundamental freedoms, arguing that existing statutory frameworks and regulations fail to adequately protect citizens from technological hazards and leave dangerous gaps in institutional protection.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  16. Sweden's left-bloc edges right in tight election, result pending

    With over ninety per cent of ballots processed, Sweden's left-wing bloc holds a slim lead by roughly twenty thousand votes, and the electoral authority projects Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson will likely secure a narrow three-seat majority. The official result awaits Wednesday's count, which will incorporate late early votes and overseas ballots.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  17. Music, football industries converge at Lusaka summit in October

    A Music Meets Football Summit will take place in Lusaka on October 15–16, 2026, at Open Window University, bringing together stakeholders from football, music, business, media and entertainment for discussions, exhibitions, networking and collaboration on the growing relationship between the two industries.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  18. Putin invites young leaders to participate in Russian development projects

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited young leaders from around the world to participate in projects in Russia, framing the invitation as part of Moscow's broader advocacy for international relations based on sovereign equality, fairness, and mutual respect. In his September 13 address to the 2026 International Youth Festival in Yekaterinburg, Putin said Russia welcomed young people interested in contributing to projects in the country, whether in Russia or in their home nations.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  19. Putin calls for equitable world order based on national sovereignty

    Russian President Vladimir Putin called for a more equitable global order in which every country is free to determine its own development path without external interference, placing national sovereignty, equality and access to essential resources at the centre of his vision for international cooperation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  20. IFY 2026 food festival serves 20,000 meals globally in Russia

    A culinary festival at the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Ekaterinburg is bringing together about 100 chefs from Russia, China, India and Syria to prepare 20,000 servings across 136 dishes. The "Tastes of the World" programme is intended to use food as a vehicle for cultural exchange and international friendship among 10,000 young people from 191 countries.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  21. Putin urges young people to build equitable global system

    Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the 2026 International Youth Festival in Yekaterinburg on September 13, calling on young people worldwide to work together towards building a more open and equitable international system. He argued that young people have an opportunity to influence global affairs amid rapid technological and social change.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  22. Elevate Africa Summit focuses on AfCFTA market integration in Accra

    The Elevate Africa 2026 summit will convene in Accra on 28–29 October to advance the African Continental Free Trade Area toward functioning markets and production networks. The gathering aligns with continental efforts to deepen regional economic cooperation and local value creation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  23. Indonesia rescuers search for 129 missing after ship capsizes

    The Virgo Transport 8 passenger ship carrying 243 people capsized in the Java Sea early Sunday; 108 people have been rescued and six confirmed dead, with 129 still missing. Hundreds of rescuers including coast guard and navy are searching but turbulent waters and high winds are hampering efforts.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  24. Iceland's last whaling company defends industry against ban bill

    Iceland's government plans to submit a bill in February that could permanently ban whaling, but the country's sole active whaling company, Hvalur, says it believes previous ban attempts have failed and claims it has public support. The company operates two catcher boats, employs about 150 people, and has caught 85 fin whales this season against a quota of 150.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  25. UK armed forces member dies in Ukraine road traffic incident

    A UK armed forces member died in a road traffic incident in Ukraine on Saturday, the Ministry of Defence announced. The incident was not the result of hostile action, and the individual's family has requested privacy before further details are released.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  26. Australian man and two children found dead in Bali home

    Police in Bali are investigating after an Australian man, Damien John Shaw, 56, and his two children—aged six and four—were discovered dead in their bungalow in Kuta on Sunday. Authorities have not yet determined the cause or manner of death, though Australian media reported the case is being treated as a suspected murder-suicide.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  27. Latvia's airBaltic files for U.S. bankruptcy protection amid fuel crisis

    Latvia's airBaltic voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. as it seeks to restructure debt and navigate a deepening airline industry crisis caused by soaring jet fuel prices from the Iran war. The airline secured €350 million in financing commitments and expects to complete restructuring by June next year while maintaining normal flight operations.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  28. Malaysian boy acquitted for schoolgirl murder on insanity grounds

    A Malaysian teenage boy accused of fatally stabbing a 16-year-old female schoolmate was acquitted on grounds of insanity after psychiatric evidence showed he had schizophrenia and suffered from delusions since age nine. The judge ordered his detention and treatment at a psychiatric hospital.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  29. Zambia reports anthrax outbreak; warns against eating wildlife

    Zambian authorities have warned the public not to consume meat from dead wildlife after dozens of animals died in an anthrax outbreak in Munyamadzi Game Management Area; 12 people have been infected after eating wildlife carcasses in the area.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  30. China warns against "malicious competition" in AI governance

    China's foreign ministry has criticized "threat narratives" around AI governance and called for international cooperation to advance AI in an open and inclusive manner, as tensions rise between the US and China over AI development priorities and regulation.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  31. African leaders must remove visa restrictions for economic growth

    Gabby Otchere-Darko, Founder and Executive Chairman of the Africa Prosperity Network, has called on African leaders to prioritise removing visa restrictions among African countries to expand economic opportunities and create jobs, arguing that Africa's 55 fragmented economies are too small to deliver needed opportunities. He pointed to ECOWAS's experience of relatively free movement among member states as evidence that such concerns can be managed.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  32. Visa restrictions limiting African business opportunities, says Otchere-Darko

    Gabby Otchere-Darko, founder of the Africa Prosperity Network, argues that visa restrictions between African countries are costing businesses opportunities and hindering efforts to create a single African market through the AfCFTA, saying visa application delays cause businesspeople to miss time-sensitive meetings and that free movement of people is essential for business mobility.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  33. Body of missing South African runner found near Johannesburg

    South African police confirmed the death of Elizabeth Moselakgomo, a jogger who went missing during a routine run and was found east of Johannesburg on Saturday. Her body is one of five discovered half-naked and bruised in the Kempton Park area; police say the similarities are sufficiently concerning to issue a public warning, though they are not linking the deaths to a serial killer.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  34. Ghana Embassy pledges enhanced consular support to Ohio diaspora

    The Embassy of Ghana in Washington, D.C., committed to strengthening consular support for Ghanaian communities in Ohio, with Ambassador Jane Gasu Aheto stating that the mission is shifting to a proactive model of citizen diplomacy and bringing services directly to local populations. The Embassy has already deployed to Massachusetts, Atlanta, and Texas, and is working to restore online portal access after recent digital infrastructure disruptions.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  35. Malta and Ghana explore practical artificial intelligence partnership

    Malta's High Commissioner proposed structured dialogue between governments, regulators, universities and the private sector to build a forward-looking AI partnership, combining Malta's institutional experience and European regulatory framework with Ghana's talent, scale and regional influence.

    14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Opinion

  1. AI kill switches may require mandatory rules, Anthropic co-founder says

    Jack Clark, co-founder of AI firm Anthropic, says a mandatory "kill switch" to shut off AI software if it becomes too dangerous may need to be enforced by lawmakers, with verification by a third party. The proposal comes as AI executives increasingly warn of risks the technology poses.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. AI leaders call for development slowdown amid safety concerns

    Heads of major AI companies including Anthropic's Dario Amodei have urged the pace of AI development to be slowed down, citing existential risks, though geopolitical competition with China complicates agreement on such a slowdown.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Bringing Ghanaians home isn't always solution to abroad crises

    An analysis argues that Ghana's tendency to evacuate citizens in difficulty abroad—exemplified by repatriating musician Barosky from Manchester and 1,964 Ghanaians from South Africa at a cost of over GH¢49 million—often misses the real need: targeted support to help people maintain their livelihoods abroad rather than fleeing back home.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Why leaders copy discipline abroad but tolerate chaos at home

    An opinion piece questions why political and business leaders from the developing world travel to orderly cities like Singapore, London and Tokyo, document best practices, but fail to implement similar discipline and systems upon returning home. The author argues that geographic ignorance can no longer excuse this gap.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Ghana pioneered gold-backed currency instruments, vice president led policy

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana has addressed global currency instability by implementing the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme and Gold-for-Oil under Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, which increased gold reserves from 8 tons to over 31 tons and Gross International Reserves to over $9 billion by end of 2024.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  6. Opinion: Church must refocus on Christ's embrace of children

    A religious opinion piece reflects on Jesus's command to "let the little children come to me," arguing that the Church has lost sight of Christ's heart in elevating the marginalized and humble, and warns against measuring people by wealth, influence, or social standing.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  7. GBA criticized for selective constitutionalism depending on politics

    Kasise Ricky Peprah argues the Ghana Bar Association must answer for an inconsistent approach to constitutionalism, noting it declined to participate in Ghana's 1992 constitutional process but now invokes constitutional principles with apparent political selectivity.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

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