The Ghana Maritime Authority rejected claims that its vessel monitoring system is ineffective, stating it maintains 24-hour surveillance of Ghana's maritime domain and uses maritime domain awareness tools to continuously monitor vessels, track compliance, and protect offshore oil and gas facilities and submarine cables.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Maritime Authority rejected claims that its vessel monitoring system is ineffective, stating it maintains 24-hour surveillance of Ghana's maritime domain and uses maritime domain awareness tools to continuously monitor vessels, track compliance, and protect offshore oil and gas facilities and submarine cables.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation held a national validation workshop on the National Sports Policy draft on September 22 in Accra, allowing stakeholders to review programmes and strategies collectively identified in the document as part of the process to finalise the National Sports Policy 2026.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bono East Regional Minister has warned the contractor on the Kintampo North 24-Hour Economy Market project that the contract will be terminated if performance does not improve, citing less than one percent work completed and describing it as the poorest performance among all regional contractors on such projects.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim said the Mahama administration is not suppressing free speech, though government may invoke existing criminal laws where it believes breaches have occurred. She acknowledged ongoing public debate over the use of criminal laws in dealing with speech offences and their implications for freedom of expression.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dennis Aboagye, Senior aide to NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged the government to restore the Ghana Maritime Authority's surveillance system, which he says has been down for months, instead of threatening opposition members over drug trafficking comments. He argued that the system's failure leaves the Ghana Maritime Authority unable to effectively monitor Ghana's high seas.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, who served as Governor of Kogi State from 2003 to 2012, died on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the United Kingdom at the age of 77. Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and other government officials visited his Abuja residence to condole with his family.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
UP founder Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen says he left the NPP over disagreement about the party's direction, arguing the NPP has abandoned the original ideals and moral order of the United Party tradition. He said the new UP seeks to revive those principles while developing a political agenda beyond individual party interests.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
United Party leader Alan Kyerematen says Ghana's recent improvements in macroeconomic indicators are only meaningful if sustained over time, arguing that the real measure of the NDC government's economic management will be whether it can preserve those gains rather than achieve short-term stability.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama told the Accra Reset: Global Reset Dialogue in New York that despite achieving political independence, Global South nations lack sufficient control over international trade, finance, and health systems, with major economic levers remaining concentrated elsewhere.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama pledged to advance the Accra Reset agenda through Ghana's African Union chairmanship in 2027, working with the Non-Aligned Movement and G77 plus China to promote greater self-reliance and cooperation among African countries based on equality rather than dependence.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has warned the government that the country's growing perception as a drugs trafficking transit point is disgracing Ghana and eroding its international reputation, citing a series of major drug seizures including a 3.9-tonne cocaine interception by French customs in September 2026.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
African business magnate Aliko Dangote has praised President John Dramani Mahama for rapidly improving Ghana's economy, attributing the improvement to restored investor confidence and arguing that investors commit resources when confidence is restored in an economy.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Development Planning Commission has inaugurated a 26-member Technical Committee to review and update the Ghana Infrastructure Plan, providing a long-term framework for infrastructure development. The committee, made up of representatives from MDAs and the private sector, has four months to complete the assignment.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A University of Ghana survey of 889 NPP delegates found 74.2 per cent expect Eugene Boakye Antwi to win the party's National General Secretary election scheduled for October 3, 2026, with 76.6 per cent naming him as their preferred candidate. The researchers noted the findings represent respondent expectations rather than an independent prediction of the election outcome.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, marking Founder's Day, called on public office holders to regard political authority as a public trust and serve citizens' interests, saying Kwame Nkrumah's legacy should inspire leaders to look beyond immediate concerns and build for future generations.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection presented its proposed priorities and interventions for 2027–2030 at a Budget Technical Hearing, with focus areas including strengthening social protection, child protection, gender equity, disability inclusion, and support systems for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama participated in a Presidential Roundtable organised by the Open Society Foundation in New York during the 81st United Nations General Assembly, where he called for stronger domestic capacity, effective institutions, and sustainable financing to address debt pressures in the Global South, emphasising the need for job creation, infrastructure, and support for young people.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama said Ghana's health sector reset should focus on developing local pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity, strengthening domestic companies, and reducing dependence on foreign supplies, rather than only building medical facilities. He framed this within the Accra Reset philosophy, arguing that national transformation depends on reforming global systems governing health, finance and development.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A policy analysis argues that Ghana's National AI Strategy risks accelerating graduate unemployment and eroding the tax base unless Parliament amends the Labour Act to require corporate transparency on AI integration, advance notice of restructuring, and employer contributions to a retraining fund for displaced workers, while establishing statutory backing for a proposed GH¢5 billion National AI Fund through digital communications levies.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alan Kyerematen, leader of the United Party, said his short period between leaving the NPP and the 2024 elections made it impractical to establish a fully-fledged political party, so he instead contested under the Movement for Change, which provided a legal vehicle for his candidacy while upholding his political principles.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Diaspora Affairs Office of the President held its inaugural Ghana Diaspora Townhall Meeting at Christiansborg Castle, aimed at providing a structured platform for direct dialogue between the government and the Ghanaian and African Diaspora community to address concerns and facilitate greater participation in national development.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana has won the bid to host the 6th Continental Congress of the Federation of African Journalists after the FAJ Steering Committee unanimously approved the bid submitted by the Ghana Journalists Association. The Congress will bring together journalists' unions and associations from across Africa to deliberate on the federation's priorities, elect leadership, and address challenges including attacks on media freedom and violations of labour rights.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A University of Ghana study of NPP delegates finds 74.2% expect Eugene Boakye Antwi to win the party's General Secretary election on October 3, 2026, ahead of incumbent Justin Frimpong Kodua at 25.1% and Sylvester Tetteh at 0.7%. Boakye Antwi also leads on preference and recognition metrics, though the researchers note these figures represent delegate expectations rather than independent election predictions.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Sophia Horner-Sam, former National Vice Chairperson of the New Patriotic Party and Ghana's Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, has died. The announcement was made by the Takoradi Member of Parliament on Monday.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The New Patriotic Party has demanded the immediate removal of heads of state institutions responsible for Ghana's ports, maritime security, narcotics control, intelligence and customs operations, following the interception by French customs of nearly 3.9 tonnes of suspected cocaine at the Port of Dunkirk on September 10 in a container that had arrived from Ghana.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC's Deputy Director of Elections and IT has called on the opposition NPP and its National Organiser, who made allegations of clandestine drug laboratories in Ghana, to share credible intelligence with security agencies rather than make public claims.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Organiser of the NPP, Henry Nana Boakye, has criticized President Mahama over growing cocaine trafficking concerns, saying the reported cases are damaging Ghana's international reputation and causing Ghanaian travellers and exporters to face heightened scrutiny at international airports.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC's Deputy Director of Elections and IT called for the NPP's recent press conference on drug busts to be treated with contempt, questioning the NPP's credibility on the issue based on its record in government. He urged the NPP to provide evidence to security agencies if it has information about clandestine drug laboratories operating in Ghana.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has called for greater policy continuity in Ghana, urging governments to improve programmes delivering results rather than scrap them because predecessors initiated them. He noted that while failing policies should be discontinued, renaming or restructuring effective programmes wastes public funds and deprives the country of full benefit from existing investments.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The NPP's National Organiser claimed the NDC has a history linked to illicit drug trafficking and alleged that recent drug cases following the NDC's return to power mirror developments under President Mahama's first administration, citing a 2014 case in which Nayele Ametefeh was arrested at Heathrow Airport with 12.5 kilogrammes of cocaine and sentenced to eight years and eight months in prison.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
National Democratic Congress Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has urged journalists to remain independent and resist allowing politicians' complaints to determine editorial decisions, calling on them to subject claims to proper scrutiny and report facts regardless of political favour.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has described the Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) as Ghana's gateway to coordinating engagement with global philanthropic institutions, ensuring grants and development support align with national priorities. He said MiDA's expanded 2025 mandate serves as the government's focal point for coordinating philanthropic, grant and humanitarian partnerships, allowing Ghana to work with international partners to identify priority areas rather than supporting isolated interventions.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The opposition New Patriotic Party's National Organiser alleged that clandestine laboratories for processing narcotics have been established at Ghana's ports for export, claiming the operations are occurring under President Mahama's watch. He did not provide publicly verifiable evidence or identify the individuals allegedly running the facilities.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has criticised Ghana's practice of discontinuing or substantially altering development programmes when political power changes, arguing that a serious country cannot start afresh every four years and should instead build institutional and policy continuity across administrations.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Organiser of the NPP has alleged that Ghana has become a major transit point for illicit drugs under President Mahama's administration, claiming that officials at ports and airports are complicit and that clandestine laboratories have been established in the country to process narcotics for export. He linked the allegations to drug seizures involving consignments traced to Ghana in countries including Australia, France and South Africa.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra High Court has adjourned the case involving former NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) over a GH¢30 million Exim Bank matter to October 13, after prosecutors filed an amended charge sheet specifying that the allegedly forged pro-forma invoice belonged to Epsons Ghana Limited.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The NPP's National Organiser has accused President Mahama of weak leadership over his handling of recent drug trafficking cases and demanded the dismissal of officials responsible for alleged failures in Ghana's drug interdiction and security operations.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza has directed First Sky Construction to remobilise and return to the abandoned Kwabenya-Berekuso-Kitase road by the close of the week, with expectations for visible and sustained work without interruption. The directive follows a demonstration by residents in August over the deteriorating condition of roads affecting their health, businesses, and access to services.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Convention People's Party renewed its call for the return of properties confiscated following Dr Kwame Nkrumah's 1966 overthrow, saying they were acquired through members' contributions and sacrifices. The party's Vice Chairperson for Finance appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to fulfil an earlier commitment to review the matter, noting the CPP now operates from rented premises.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza told Dome-Kitase residents that demonstrations cannot trigger road construction; projects depend on financial resources from government revenue or borrowing. The comments follow August protests by residents in the Berekuso-Kwabenya enclave over poor road conditions affecting health, businesses, and access to services.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Police Service has identified Barbara Asantewaa Kodua, 40, as the person behind the viral TikTok account "Ghana Jollof," known for political commentary. She is wanted in connection with investigations into publication and circulation of alleged false news, inciteful comments and offensive content on social media, and is believed to be domiciled in the United Kingdom.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Sekou Nkrumah, son of Ghana's first President, called for the Convention People's Party to adopt a clear ideological direction, specifically democratic socialism, to revive the party rather than relying on charismatic leadership. He argued the party should strengthen its membership, develop self-financing mechanisms, and employ competent communicators to distinguish itself as a distinct political alternative focused on ordinary Ghanaians' interests.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Minister of Roads and Highways Governs Kwame Agbodza inspected the 22-kilometre Kwabenya-Berekuso-Kitase road on Tuesday as the government considers measures to address its neglect following years of resident protests. Agbodza stated that road projects require government funding rather than demonstrations to commence.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
At the annual NkrumahFest celebration in Nkroful, Kenyan Pan-Africanist Prof. P.L.O. Lumumba urged African leaders to return to the founding ideals of continental unity, saying that 66 years after independence, Africa remains politically divided and economically colonised despite its natural resource wealth—a betrayal of Dr. Nkrumah's vision that must be reversed.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Paralympic Committee President has warned that political tensions within sports administration are discouraging sponsors and threatening sector growth, calling for a broad-based forum of political leaders, sports administrators, and stakeholders to address disputes and chart a common path forward.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Senior NPP aide Dennis Miracles Aboagye said the government would demonstrate helplessness if it relies on the opposition party for intelligence to tackle Ghana's drug trafficking problem. His comments came after the NDC's Rashid Tanko-Computer suggested some NPP members could be invited by security agencies to provide information on drug-related activities.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC Deputy Director of Elections and IT says security agencies will invite NPP members to provide further details on their allegations of drug laboratories operating in Ghana, and argues the party should provide specific locations and names rather than making claims at a press conference.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy General Secretary of the NDC, Mustapha Gbande, says he is beginning to suspect that some NPP members could be linked to a recent illegal drug bust and called on security agencies to thoroughly investigate. He said drug trafficking is a matter of national concern requiring coordinated state response rather than political grandstanding.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP National Organiser Henry Nana Boakye has called for a parliamentary inquiry into reported cocaine trafficking cases linked to Ghana, citing concerns about weaknesses in port and security systems, and warning that the issue damages Ghana's international reputation and subjects Ghanaian travellers to additional scrutiny abroad.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ashanti Regional NDC Chairman says the late Ahafo Ano South West District Chief Executive, Abubakar Sedik, had been positioned as a strong contender to win the parliamentary seat for the NDC in 2028, describing his death as a devastating blow to the party and district.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
All People's Congress founder Dr. Hassan Ayariga has called for Ghana to safeguard strategic national assets and prioritise Ghanaian ownership in foreign investment partnerships, warning against Public-Private Partnerships that compromise the country's long-term interests or transfer vital assets to foreign control.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson stated that the Ghanaian people's interests will guide the government's 2027 Budget, which is expected to outline a US$10 billion New Economy programme aimed at delivering jobs and prosperity beyond economic stabilisation.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dennis Miracles Aboagye, an NPP director of communications aspirant, has challenged the government to explain how large quantities of cocaine passed through Ghana's ports undetected, citing twelve major drug busts in 18 months and calling for the issue to be treated as a national security concern rather than political blame.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Women's Movement has announced a demonstration in Accra on September 29, 2026, to protest the alleged intimidation, arrest and imprisonment of women exercising their right to free expression and political participation. The group plans to present a petition to Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang outlining concerns about women's dignity, equality and freedom of expression.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama has ordered the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to return to inspecting containers and goods at ports, a role the NDC says was removed under the previous NPP administration. The move is intended to strengthen Ghana's fight against drug trafficking.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaking at the UN General Assembly in New York, President Mahama called for stronger domestic capacity, effective institutions and sustainable financing to help developing nations address growing debt pressures and create jobs, improve public services and expand opportunities for young people.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former NPP National Chairman Awentami Paul Afoko has expressed confidence that the party will form the next government, needing only two years in opposition before returning to power. Campaigning across regions for his bid to become National Chairman, Afoko has centred his message on party unity and his "3Rs Campaign Blueprint" (Reunite, Rebuild, Recapture Power), arguing that setting aside internal divisions is key to victory in the 2028 general election.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana is reopening its diplomatic mission in Ireland to strengthen relations with the country and improve support for Ghanaians living there. The mission, which closed in September 2009 due to budgetary constraints, will provide a permanent diplomatic presence and enhance consular services.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Daniel Asomani, CEO of VODEC Africa and convener of the National Emerging Leaders' Economic Forum, told participants at NELEF 2026 in Accra that young people should take responsibility for their communities' development using available resources, and that emerging leaders need courage, discipline, competence, and integrity. He noted Africa's projected economic growth of about 4.2 to 4.3 per cent in 2026, but warned that about 12 million young Africans enter the labour market yearly while only about three million formal jobs are created.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Traders at Kumasi Central Market have called for tighter controls over shop transfers and rentals, after some owners began subletting spaces at significantly higher prices than their original premiums. The Federation of Kumasi Traders president says management must introduce measures to monitor such transactions and prevent sharp increases in shop values from undermining market redevelopment revenue.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The IMF head Kristalina Georgieva has warned that advanced economies including the UK and US must cut borrowing and reduce debt levels as government interest costs have surged in response to global shocks and wars disrupting oil supplies. She said governments have taken no action to contain service costs and that politicians need "courage" to take necessary steps.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos is pausing production at three plants in Hull, citing UK gas prices as twelve times higher than in the US and eight times higher than coal-based processes in China. The move will affect up to 1,000 staff, though workers are expected to be retained while Ineos explores buying liquefied natural gas from the US or awaits lower gas prices.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Buy-Now-Pay-Later financing in Ghana, marketed as consumer convenience, has become a hidden solvency risk for many households as multiple unseen loans from different lenders accumulate without coordination, creating financial strain when repayments overlap.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's economy is entering a period of renewed opportunity with real GDP growth of 6.0 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, lower inflation, improved external balances, and easing interest rates, yet banks wrote off GH¢1.23 billion in loan losses in the first half of 2026, up 38 per cent from the previous year, signaling that financial discipline must improve for stability to become sustainable prosperity.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation handed over two Toyota Hilux pickup vehicles valued at more than GH¢1.54 million to the Ghana Education Service to strengthen educational supervision and monitoring in the Tarkwa Nsuaem and Prestea Huni-Valley municipalities. The donation also included nine motorcycles for agriculture, cocoa extension and environmental health services in the two municipalities.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Serene Insurance LTD was adjudged Indigenous Insurance Company of the Year 2025 and Promising Insurance Company of the Year 2025 at the 9th Ghana Insurance Awards held on August 22, 2026. The company's Head of Underwriting, Mrs. Barbara Odoi, was also named Professional Underwriter of the Year 2025 at the 6th Chartered Insurance Institute of Ghana Excellence Awards on August 29, 2026.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The fourth Ghana Industries & Manufacturing Awards (GIMA) 2026 brought together stakeholders from industrial, manufacturing, financial, healthcare, technology, agriculture and trade sectors to celebrate excellence and discuss strengthening local production and competitiveness. The event, held in Accra on September 18, 2026, emphasised strengthening business-to-business trade among Ghanaian companies and collaboration between the private sector and government.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Absa Bank Ghana Limited has supported the 2026 GirlCode Ghana Hackathon in Accra, which brought together young women to develop digital skills, collaborate on tech solutions, and explore career pathways in technology and innovation as part of a broader Pan-African initiative.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Hollard Ghana has announced the death of Group Chief Executive Officer Patience Enyonam Akyianu, who died on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Akyianu joined the company in October 2018 and was credited with driving growth and making insurance more accessible across the country.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
High domestic airfares reflect both aviation-specific costs and Ghana's wider "pricing culture," where hotels, accommodation, equipment, and services cost more relative to income levels than comparable offerings elsewhere. Market structure also matters: when the sector had four operators in 2012, fares were lower; consolidation to two main carriers today has contributed to price increases.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ecobank is strengthening support for agriculture through dedicated resources, specialised expertise, staff training, and technical assistance aimed at improving access to finance and managing risks. The bank's Regional Head of Consumer and Commercial Banking said agriculture remains a strategic priority with significant resources being committed to building expertise to serve businesses across the sector.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's equity market retreated in the week to September 18, 2026, with the GSE Composite Index declining 2.06 per cent to 14,309.49 and market capitalisation falling to GH¢270.20 billion from GH¢276.26 billion. Trading activity slowed significantly, with total volume dropping 53.74 per cent and transaction value falling 43.80 per cent, though both indices remained substantially up year-to-date.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
International trading platform OneTwoMarkets has attracted more than 40,000 traders from Ghana, offering access to international markets including currencies, commodities, and global shares alongside local financial instruments like the Ghanaian cedi and gold prices. The platform's growth is attributed to Ghana's existing comfort with digital finance through mobile money and electronic payments.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Fraud cases among Ghana's payment service providers nearly doubled between 2022 and 2025, while banks saw a 34% decrease in reported fraud and deposit-taking institutions a 50% decline—suggesting fraud has shifted to weaker-defended institutions rather than increasing overall. The Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor presented this data and argued for regulatory changes, noting that under current rules consumers bear loss responsibility while providers only handle complaints.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Finance plans to write off about $120 million of Tema Oil Refinery's legacy debt, which currently stands at about $400 million, according to TOR's Managing Director. The proposed write-off is part of efforts to ease the refinery's financial burden following an earlier restructuring exercise.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers has urged public transport operators to calculate fares using measurable factors such as distance travelled and fuel consumed, rather than through conventional negotiation. He argues this scientific approach would ensure greater transparency and provide a fairer basis for reviewing fares when operational costs change.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
CIPAC warns that Ghana's GH₵30 billion Big Push programme and Accra–Kumasi Expressway project, while important infrastructure priorities, need resilient financing architecture to withstand fluctuations in extractive-sector revenues and changing economic assumptions.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union has rejected the Ministry of Transport's proposal for a 10–15% fare increase and is insisting on no less than 25%, citing rising costs of fuel, spare parts, insurance premiums, DVLA charges, and lubricants.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Duncan Amoah, Executive Director of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers, has said that workers' salaries may need to be reviewed alongside transport fare increases to protect commuters from rising living costs, and suggested that organised labour engage government and employers on possible salary adjustments.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers' executive director says some increase in transport fares may be justified given operators' rising fuel and maintenance costs, though he expects negotiations between the GPRTU and government to result in a lower adjustment than the union's initial 30% proposal. He acknowledged that any fare increase would ultimately affect commuters, whose incomes have remained largely unchanged.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana recorded a profit before tax of GH¢7.4 billion in the first-half of 2026, an increase of 44.5% over the previous year, with service revenue reaching GH¢14.9 billion, up 32.3%. Databank Research expects the company to extend earnings into the second-half of 2026 supported by its data and fintech businesses, network modernisation investments, and the merger of its MobileMoney entities.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union and the Ministry of Transport are meeting today to discuss the Union's proposed 30% increase in transport fares, following a previous inconclusive meeting. GPRTU has clarified that no agreement has been reached to suspend the proposed increment.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The General Secretary of Ghana's Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union has urged members of the Ghana Association of Weavers and Leather Workers to position themselves for mass production of smock materials to meet growing local and international demand. He noted that smock has gained international recognition beyond its traditional association with the five northern regions and is now used for various garments.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Three loyal MTN Ghana customers won brand-new 2026-model Toyota Land Cruiser Prados in the company's MTN@30 anniversary promotion. The winners are Faustina Asante from Kumasi, Mahama Wasila from Bawku, and Alidu Tanko from Tamale.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Head of Joy Business Nanabanyin Addo-Brown says green finance should extend beyond banks and large corporations to support climate and environmental investments, particularly in agriculture where it can fund irrigation, renewable energy, climate-smart production, and efficient machinery.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
TOR's Managing Director Edmund Kombat attributed the refinery's turnaround to rebuilding the confidence of Bulk Distribution Companies, who had stopped using TOR's storage after products went missing. His personal engagement with BDCs and assurances of full accountability prompted their return, generating revenue through storage charges and transfers.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Chipper Cash, an African fintech company, has integrated with Universal Merchant Bank's virtual accounts platform and begun opening virtual accounts for customers in Ghana, following UMB's regulatory approval from the Bank of Ghana and Securities and Exchange Commission.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Public transport fares across Ghana will increase by 8% effective Saturday, September 26, 2026, following an agreement between transport unions and the government. The adjustment was reached after consultations between the Ministry of Transport, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union, and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council, who cited increases in operational costs.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water Company Limited and the Republic of Ghana have been ordered to pay $235 million to the Spanish owners of the Teshie-Nungua desalination plant, which was built to address water shortages and has been shut since October 2025. The award, nearly double the plant's original $125 million construction cost, stems from a Water Purchase Agreement and covers termination payments with accruing interest.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources expressed satisfaction with Zoomlion Ghana Limited's Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant (IRECOP) under construction at Yabram, Dambai, in the Oti Region. The committee chairman urged government and stakeholders to support similar initiatives and emphasized that enforcing waste-management bye-laws and public compliance are key to addressing Ghana's sanitation challenges.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
An ICC arbitration tribunal has ordered Ghana Water Limited to pay approximately US$235 million to Cox-owned Befesa Desalination Developments Ghana Limited over termination of a water purchase agreement for the Teshie desalination plant; the Republic of Ghana is also liable under a state guarantee, though the project company cannot recover the same sums twice.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate oil fell to $101.5 and $98 per barrel respectively on Monday, prompting hopes for lower petrol prices in Nigeria; however, pump prices in Abuja remained between N1,395 and N1,450 per litre despite the decline in global crude costs.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Patrick Appiah Mensah, Managing Director of Heath GoldFields Ltd, has called for Ghana's mining industry to shift from simply extracting mineral resources to developing, owning and managing the industries and businesses built around them. He argued that Ghana's mineral wealth should be measured not by gold extraction volumes alone, but by economic opportunities, skills, businesses and institutions created and retained in the country.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
A decade after blackouts cost Ghana nearly a billion dollars in 2014, Karpowership's floating power plant—which arrived in 2015 with 450 MW capacity—relocated from Tema to Takoradi in 2019 to use domestic natural gas, saving the country an estimated $120 million annually.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Parliamentary Energy Committee has praised the Tema Oil Refinery for its operational turnaround and use of local engineers in ongoing development, noting the shift from losses to profits under current management within roughly 18 months.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Energy Committee of Parliament is conducting a three-day tour of TOR, GOIL and Sentuo Refinery to assess operations, production capacity and fuel supply. The visit comes as fuel prices are increasing and will focus on refinery operations, current capacity, production levels and expansion plans.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A Ghanaian mining company is seeking an experienced Senior Geologist to support mine geology, resource development, mineral resource estimation, grade control, mine planning and technical reporting, with applications due October 7, 2026.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament's Minority has called on the government to maintain local crude supply to the Tema Oil Refinery amid refurbishment work, and to prioritize workforce commitment to ensure the facility's success.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Helen Essandoh, Director of TRECK at KNUST, has observed that improper land acquisition and failure to resettle inhabitants for development projects are pushing many people into poverty. When people lose their lands for projects, they lose not only shelter but also businesses, farmlands, resources, and social networks that sustain them, preventing projects from yielding maximum benefits.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Fisheries Commission has inaugurated two national-level co-management committees — the Scientific and Technical Committee and the Fisheries Management Operational Committee — to strengthen participatory, science-based fisheries management under the Fisheries and Aquaculture Act, 2025.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GIRSAL's chief operating officer says production challenges, market volatility, and inadequate business records are major obstacles to agricultural financing in Ghana. He notes that while banks face real sector risks, farmers also contend with rainfall shortages, crop diseases, and unpredictable commodity prices that affect repayment capacity.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Director of the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana says stringent documentation and collateral requirements imposed by financial institutions are restricting farmers' access to credit, particularly smallholder farmers seeking relatively modest loans, as these requirements often fail to account for the varying circumstances and financing needs of farmers.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews and Ecobank Ghana are hosting a financial dialogue on financing Ghana's agricultural sector, bringing together farmers, agricultural specialists, and banking experts to discuss challenges and explore solutions for sector growth.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
IFC has announced partnerships with Absa Bank Ghana and Complete Farmer to expand access to finance for Ghana's agricultural sector and smallholder farmers. The partnership with Absa Bank Ghana will expand financing for Licensed Buying Companies to purchase cocoa from farmers, helping sustain market access for more than 139,000 smallholder farmers while supporting more sustainable farming practices.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Administrator of the Department of Parks and Gardens says Ghana is overlooking the therapeutic and commercial potential of flowers despite significant imports. She believes greater investment in floriculture and public education could improve mental well-being, create economic opportunities, and promote environmental sustainability.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture, with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, launched the National Horticultural Seed Roadmap to strengthen Ghana's vegetable seed sector by identifying challenges and proposing strategic actions to improve the availability and quality of vegetable seeds and seedlings over the next three to five years.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Agribusiness professional Gladys Sampson says agribusinesses must invest across the entire agricultural value chain, not concentrate resources on land, production, and machinery alone, to achieve sustainable growth and broader objectives.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Charles Nyaaba, a former Director of the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana, calls for greater investment in sustainable transport systems and organic agricultural inputs to help farmers reduce production challenges, citing inadequate transportation from farms to markets and farmers' dependence on chemical pesticides and fertilizers as key problems.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government's Feed Ghana Programme is constructing a Farmer Service Centre in Kintampo, one of 11 pilot projects among 50 centres planned nationwide, designed to provide farmers with on-demand access to machinery, soil testing, storage, and agricultural inputs while lowering production costs.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The fountain at Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, inaugurated in 2016 with flowing water and colourful lights, has fallen into disrepair—the water has run dry, tiles are broken, lights are out, and debris surrounds the facility, though Dr Nkrumah's statue remains standing.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Health Service has called for stronger health systems, effective patient navigation, and improved primary healthcare to ensure safe and continuous care for people living with noncommunicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and cancer. The GHS Deputy Director-General emphasized that patient safety must extend beyond individual hospital visits to cover the entire continuum of care, with patient navigation described as a potential "game-changer" under the government's free primary healthcare initiative.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A survivor describes being trapped in a 6m by 3m cell with more than 50 other prisoners in Nigeria's Minna prison, where 33 cellmates died in the stifling conditions with humidity above 90% and temperatures above 25C. The deaths sparked protests and an investigation, though federal officials initially blamed a diphtheria outbreak.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian actress Moesha Boduong has made an emotional appeal for healing and a miracle, expressing her desire to regain her former abilities and voice. She shared her hopes on social media that God would restore her to how she used to be.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Between June and July 2026, the National Security Council Secretariat and intelligence agencies arrested 16 suspects and dismantled four counterfeit currency printing hubs across the Greater Accra Region and surrounding districts, recovering US$543,000, GH¢196,600 and CFA60,000 in counterfeit notes along with four printing machines and vehicles used in distribution.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A physicist argues that Ghana should understand air pollution by examining the atmosphere as a dynamic physical system governed by fundamental principles of energy and matter, rather than focusing only on visible smoke or health concerns.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A 90-day operation has begun to remove one million metric tonnes of waste from Agbogbloshie, Old Fadama and surrounding communities to restore the Korle Lagoon and support urban renewal, including plans for a textile industry. President Mahama commissioned the exercise, which is being led by the Ministry of Local Government with support from the Ghana Armed Forces and will transport waste to the Adepa landfill site at Nsawam.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ten public school pupils from Korle Klottey Municipality attended the Koster International Summer Camp in Kotovsk, Russia Federation, as part of a sister-city cultural exchange programme, performing Ghanaian dance and serving as cultural ambassadors. The Korle Klottey Assembly plans to expand the initiative in future years.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's plan to remove one million metric tonnes of waste from Agbogbloshie, Old Fadama and adjoining communities within 90 days is necessary to address Accra's sanitation crisis, but sustained enforcement of bye-laws will be essential to prevent renewed dumping once the operation ends.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Oti Regional Police Command uncovered 5,164 compressed parcels suspected to contain narcotic substances hidden in an articulated truck on September 14, 2026, resulting in the arrest of three persons; a fourth suspect escaped. The three arrestees were arraigned before Dambai Circuit Court and remanded in police custody.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Chief of Nkwantakese provided financial support totalling GH¢34,100 to 81 BECE candidates who obtained single-digit aggregate scores and gained admission to Senior High Schools, with payments ranging from GH¢300 to GH¢700 depending on aggregate score. The chief said the gesture aims to encourage academic performance and improve education standards in the community.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Kwadaso Municipal Assembly has supplied 200 mattresses and plastic chop boxes to 200 needy SHS freshers to ease the financial burden on parents during school admission. The Assembly also ordered 700 monodesk, 1000 dual desks and 100 table and chair sets to improve teaching and learning in schools within the municipality.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
SOTA International, an American NGO, has commissioned a mechanized borehole christened "Unity Well" at Atasemanso Zongo to provide clean water to the 11,000-member community. The GH¢48,000 facility was sponsored by Abdul Sahmed and is expected to improve the lives of children and families in the area.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The CEO of Best Education Services Limited has cautioned Ghanaian students seeking higher education in Canada against relying solely on online searches when selecting universities, warning that some institutions found online may not be accredited to admit international students from Ghana. He made the call at a Study in Canada Fair in Accra that brought together representatives of 20 accredited Canadian universities and prospective Ghanaian students.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Education Service is investigating senior high school head teachers accused of selling items listed in the national harmonised prospectus to parents. Some school heads have been contacted and warned, and persistent breaches could lead to their removal from office.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Eric Appau Asante of KNUST has urged churches to embrace artificial intelligence and digital technologies to better serve younger generations, noting that AI can assist ministers in sermon preparation while digital Bibles and electronic libraries can strengthen ministry and expand access to Christian resources.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A fire outbreak at Osu Castle Second Gate Estate near Mandela Park was brought under control by Ghana National Fire Service personnel. Firefighters salvaged cash from the affected property and returned it to the owner.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A five-month-old baby boy was taken from Asafo Market in Kumasi on Sunday, September 20, allegedly by an unknown woman described as dark and short, in her late 30s. The child's mother, a food vendor, left the baby sleeping while preparing food and discovered both he and the suspect had disappeared.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A roadside trader identified as Jennifer was killed when a forklift suffering brake failure veered off its lane and struck her at the Brewery Traffic Light intersection in Asokwa Municipality, Ashanti Region, on Monday morning. Eyewitnesses said the driver had shouted that his brakes failed as the vehicle approached at high speed.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A research project involving 150 vendors in Dansoman, Accra found that about four in ten were overweight and approximately one in three were living with obesity. The study examined vendors' weight-management practices, how they perceived their own weight, and where they obtained information from.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has designated maternal and child health as the first critical test of the Accra Reset, a global initiative, citing its importance to human dignity and persistent challenges in the Global South. He noted that Ghana's maternal mortality rate remains three times above the SDG target and said the Mother Africa initiative and BUMBY campaign would bring public policy and corporate responsibility together to protect mothers and children.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Rector of Ghana Insurance University College has urged young people to pursue courses in insurance, particularly actuarial science, citing numerous employment opportunities and a shortage of skilled manpower in the sector. The college, inaugurated this year, offers degree programmes including BSc Actuarial Science with Insurance and Statistics with Insurance.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Health-sector stakeholders have called on the government to fully finance immunisation interventions ahead of Ghana's planned exit from GAVI in 2030, warning that delaying action until the transition deadline could undermine gains in child health. Ghana is in the "Accelerated Transition Phase" and has less than four years to prepare for complete transition by January 2030.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A 52-year-old South African national arriving from Accra was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport with substances suspected to be cocaine valued at R2 million. This is the third major arrest of suspected drug traffickers arriving from Ghana, following a British actress and Australian couple caught with methamphetamine bound for Australia in June, and French customs seizing nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine in a Ghana-sourced container in July.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The father of Ivan Apprey Baidoo, a 20-year-old Central University Law student, has described his son's death as murder by a police officer rather than an accident, during a tribute read on Saturday. The father expressed grief over his son's death, stating it reflects disrespect for fundamental human rights and inequality before the law.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Adamus Resources Limited honoured the best 100 students in Ellembelle District, Western Region, who sat for the recent Basic Education Certificate Examination by providing each with a chop box, 15 exercise books and pens. The District Director of Education called the gesture "the first of its kind in the whole district" and suggested extending support to benefit 400 students annually.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana National Fire Service has commissioned new fire tenders and equipment to strengthen emergency response capacity and address increasingly complex fire risks driven by urbanisation, industrialisation, and emerging technologies. Chief Fire Officer Daniella Mawusi Ntow Sarpong stated the additions will enhance operational capabilities, improve response times, and enable personnel to save lives and protect properties more effectively.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Yaa Asantewaa Agyeman-Rawlings has paid tribute to her late mother, former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a fierce campaigner who spent her life driving political, social, and economic development in Ghanaian communities through grassroots leadership rather than desk-bound advocacy.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Security Council Secretariat, working with security and intelligence agencies, dismantled four major counterfeit currency printing operations and arrested 16 suspects between June and July 2026 following coordinated raids across Greater Accra. The operations seized counterfeit printing equipment, vehicles, and large quantities of finished counterfeit notes and unprocessed currency coupons in multiple currencies.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The KGL Foundation and GNPC Foundation have partnered to expand educational scholarships for Ghanaian students, with plans to support an additional 1,000 students. The partnership builds on GNPC Foundation's existing scholarship programme and KGL Foundation's commitment to improving access to quality education.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Horse Racing Association of Ghana has staged a protest over the August 22 demolition of the Accra Race Course at Borteyman, saying jockeys, trainers, grooms, stable hands, veterinarians and feed merchants have lost their livelihoods and homes, with families struggling to provide food and pay rent. The Association is calling for government action to address the hardship and secure access to the facility.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has challenged Ghanaian universities to refocus academic programmes on skills needed in the country's job market to address graduate unemployment, citing a growing disconnect between university training and available opportunities. He specifically urged KNUST to focus on science, engineering and mathematics education, noting that Ghana has more than 450,000 tertiary graduates entering the labour market annually.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu assured students that adequate provisions have been made for feeding in senior high schools as they reopen for the 2026/2027 academic year, and announced that President Mahama has directed a review of the SHS menu to improve quality and nutritional value, including eggs and chicken.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Two specially equipped tricycles have been handed over to the Ghana Health Service to support community health workers delivering essential healthcare services in hard-to-reach communities in Agortime, Oti Region, where residents often travel more than 10 kilometres to access facilities.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
UNICEF estimates more than 370 million girls and women alive today experienced rape or sexual assault before age 18, with 79 million in sub-Saharan Africa, yet despite pledges under the Sustainable Development Goals to end violence against children by 2030, societies continue to allow children to suffer sexual abuse, trafficking, forced labour, and child marriage.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Parents and students in the Ashanti Region continue to visit the KTI Hall, the centre for resolving issues with the Computerised School Selection and Placement System, with over 200 queuing on Tuesday. Many express frustration over delays in processing corrections from previous visits, with some children still at home while others have started school.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
An account by a healthcare worker describes a critical incident during an ICU patient transfer where ambulance oxygen tubing failed twice during transport, requiring emergency improvisation and diversion to another facility. The piece highlights systemic deficiencies in Ghana's ambulance service infrastructure and preparedness for medical emergencies.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Only seven of about 20 doctors posted to the Bono Region have reported for duty, according to the Deputy Minister of Health. Inadequate accommodation has been identified as a major challenge affecting the deployment and retention of health professionals in the region.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama will cut sod in coming weeks for three 160-bed Regional Referral Hospitals in the Oti, Savannah and Western North Regions, as part of the government's strategy to expand healthcare infrastructure and improve access to medical services across the country.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Nandom Municipal Assembly has handed over completed development projects covering healthcare, education, water supply and security to beneficiary communities during a two-day tour led by the MP and MCE. The projects include CHPS compounds at Tokuu and Bapula, kindergarten blocks at Zimuopare, Ko-Bukong and Betaglu, a Junior High School block at Monyupelle, and a police post at Kokoligu.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Interior Minister announced that the first batch of newly procured fire tenders for the Ghana National Fire Service is expected to arrive within four months, following completion of the procurement process by the Central Tender Committee. The government commissioned 26 Automated Fire Safety Compliance System vehicles and motorcycles to strengthen emergency response capacity.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Rashid Tanko-Computer, the National Democratic Congress' Deputy Director of Elections and IT, says the government is addressing drug trafficking head-on and working to improve Ghana's security architecture. He stated that President John Mahama and security agencies are closely monitoring the situation and taking action to prevent the country from becoming a hub for illicit drug trafficking.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A menstrual hygiene project by GRAY Network in Central and South Tongu Districts has promoted inclusive education, reducing absenteeism and increasing confidence among young girls through school-based clubs, volunteer training, and distribution of reusable sanitary pads.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's three teacher unions—GNAT, NAGRAT, and CCT—have given the government until midday on September 24, 2026, to resolve outstanding promotion salaries and arrears, as well as other unresolved issues including Collective Bargaining Agreement renewal and Deprived Area Allowance payments. The unions warn that if these matters are not addressed by the deadline, they will no longer be able to restrain teachers from taking action.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Reading fluency alone does not ensure comprehension; learners who rush through passages, skip unfamiliar words, overlook punctuation, and read without attention to meaning may struggle to understand texts, even if they read aloud correctly and quickly. The article distinguishes between fast reading (which maintains understanding) and hasty reading (hurried reading without sufficient attention to meaning).
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has begun the final phase of the Appiatse redevelopment project, constructing 69 additional housing units for families affected by the January 2022 explosion that killed 17 and injured more than 500. The units, built in six categories from one to six bedrooms, include green and sustainable features, following completion of the first two phases that delivered 124 housing units and compensation for 50 households.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Dean of Students at UniMAC urged newly admitted students at the University's Freshers' Orientation on Tuesday to build strong personal brands and develop meaningful networks, noting that connections made during university can create opportunities both during and after their studies.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources has called for increased and sustainable funding for sanitation, saying the 10 per cent allocation from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) is not enough to address the country's sanitation challenges, despite acknowledging that several assemblies in Volta and Oti regions have used it for institutional toilets, boreholes, drainage works, and desilting projects.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Krachi East Municipal Chief Executive has commended Zoomlion Ghana Limited for its corporate social responsibility activities, including free waste management services and cleanup exercises. He noted that Zoomlion's IRECOP facility at Yabram has been critical for the municipality's waste disposal, particularly since the area lacks a dedicated landfill site.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Science and Maths Quiz and Science Digest Show have formed a partnership to advance science and health education in Ghana, building on the country's historical scientific traditions and the contributions of institutions like Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School, Legon.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Security analyst Adib Saani says the frequency and magnitude of recent drug trafficking cases linked to Ghana are concerning and could damage the country's international reputation. He cited the seizure of nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine at France's Port of Dunkirk in September 2026 and 866 parcels of suspected cocaine at Tema Harbour in August 2026.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Two men have been arrested by the Greater Accra Police Command for allegedly attempting to bribe a police officer with GH¢30,000 in connection with a narcotics case. Police intercepted a truck in Achimota carrying 175 compressed slabs of suspected dried leaves and recovered the items; the two men claimed ownership of the truck and substances during investigation.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Sefwi Bodi, Juaboso and Bibiani Senior High Schools won regional contests in the Western North Region and will represent the region at the National Public Speaking Competition scheduled for October 2, 2026, in Accra.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Northern Regional Police Command arrested five people during a Monday operation in Tamale's Aboabo scraps area, recovering two pistols, ammunition, suspected narcotics including Indian hemp and Rohypnol, cash totalling GH¢20,705, and three motorbikes. The suspects and exhibits were handed over to the Regional Drug Law Enforcement Unit.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
La Shikitele Nii Adjei Koofeh IV denied responsibility for the demolition of structures at Laboma Beach Resort, stating that the government-ordered exercise followed repeated warnings to the resort about building in the Kpeshie Lagoon buffer zone. The demolition in September by the Post-Flood Mitigation Task Force was part of efforts to reclaim protected areas and address flooding in La Dade-Kotopon Municipality.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's three teacher unions (GNAT, NAGRAT, and CCT) have given the government until midday Thursday, September 24, 2026, to fully implement the 2025 promotion placement and payment of related arrears, warning they will no longer restrain teachers from taking further action if the deadline is missed.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Security Council Secretariat, in collaboration with other security agencies, arrested 16 suspects—Ghanaian and foreign nationals—and dismantled four counterfeit currency printing hubs in Greater Accra and surrounding districts between June 12 and July 24, 2026. The operations seized four printing machines, six vehicles, two motorcycles, and counterfeit currencies valued at US$543,000, GH¢196,600, and CFA60,000 in ready-to-spend notes, plus unprocessed coupons worth US$5.293 million, GH¢19.553 million, and CFA623.55 million.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Lekzy DeComic will host "Lekzy Unleashed: The Godfather Edition" on 7 November 2026 at UPSA Auditorium in Accra, featuring comedians KSM, Clemento Suarez, Fritz Baffour, Tommy Annan-Forson, DKB and others, with music from Okyeame Kwame.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A restored Ghanaian film, His Majesty's Sergeant (1984), was screened in London to honour Dr Kwame Nkrumah's birthday and mark 103 years of cinema in Ghana. The event, organized by Flamboyant Damsel Films and Grace Abounds LTD, brought together filmmakers, diplomats, and film enthusiasts, with Ghana's Deputy High Commissioner encouraging Ghanaian filmmakers to preserve the industry's cinematic heritage and produce quality work.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Nollywood actor Nancy Isime says she will never discuss her finances, earnings, or bank account balance with a man she is in a relationship with, including a husband, and does not expect him to disclose his finances either.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Piers Morgan has demanded that offending pages be removed from Earl Spencer's memoir Swan Song: Diana, My Sister after the book incorrectly described Morgan as the editor of the Daily Mirror when it published photographs of Princess Diana at a gym in 1993; Earl Spencer has apologised for the error, and publisher Penguin will amend the book in future editions.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A Ghanaian delegation presented a traditional Northern Ghanaian smock to Lesotho's tourism minister at the Lesotho Tourism Pitso summit in Maseru as part of efforts to promote Ghanaian culture and strengthen African ties. The two-day summit brought together tourism and cultural stakeholders from Lesotho and other African countries to discuss opportunities for tourism and cultural exchange across the continent.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghanaian musician Black Sherif's single 'Jolie' from his 'SUN SHERIF' EP debuted at No. 20 on the UK Official Afrobeats Chart for the week of September 13–19, 2026, according to the Official Charts Company.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
+233 Jazz Bar and Grill in Accra will host a concert celebrating highlife singer and songwriter Pat Thomas' 80th birthday on September 26, 2026, featuring performances by Gyedu Blay Ambolley, Pozo Hayes, Kwabena Kwabena, Amandzeba, Obrafour, Wutah Afriyie, Akosua Agyepong, Ben Brako, Bessa Simons, and KK Fosu.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Daniel B. Dzirasah, the Ghanaian Times' Bono Regional Correspondent, won Best Reporter in Mining and Best Development-Focused Reporter at the 4th Bono Regional Ghana Journalists Association Awards. Eight other journalists were also honoured at the ceremony in Sunyani.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The University of Cape Coast has conferred an honorary doctorate on veteran journalist and publisher Kwesi Pratt Jnr in recognition of his decades of contribution to journalism, public discourse, democracy and Pan-Africanism, during the 15th Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Lectures.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A Joy Online column argues that perspective — not equipment — transforms an ordinary image into meaningful art in photography, and draws a parallel to how people interpret life through different lenses shaped by their upbringing, culture, and experience.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Assemblies of God (AG) Ghana has sworn in new General Council officials, including the Executive Presbytery and National Departmental Directors, following a four-day Leadership Prayer and Orientation Retreat in Accra. General Superintendent Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, returned to office, urged the new leaders to execute the church's Transformation Agenda, which aims to disciple the nation and strengthen pastoral welfare and development.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The 10th edition of the BHOBU Games, organised by old students of Bishop Herman College, was held at the University of Ghana Stadium on 19 September and featured competitions in gaming, eating, athletics and football. The event drew a large crowd of former students to reconnect through sporting activities and entertainment.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian songstress Sista Afia has expressed frustration on X over colleagues declining to collaborate with her on upcoming projects, saying they are "suddenly busy giving me reasons why they 'don't want to do it.'" The post has sparked conversations among fans questioning unity in Ghana's music industry.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Twelve Tribes of Israel Ghana Chapter will mark its 40th anniversary on December 6, 2026, at the Arts Centre in Accra with a concert featuring international and local reggae and highlife artists, alongside community activities including a prison donation, youth soccer challenge, and visits to historical sites.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian-American singer Moliy won Dancehall Song of the Year at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards for her global hit "Shake It to the Max (Fly) Remix" featuring Jamaican artists Shenseea and Skillibeng, marking the first such win by a Ghanaian artist at the ceremony.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian musician Article Wan has dismissed suggestions that his music career is slowing down, insisting he is still actively working and rejecting negative perceptions about his relevance. During an interview on 3FM Blocparty Show, he stressed that his talent is a gift from God and said he does not allow critical comments to undermine his confidence.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian actor William "Chembez" Lamptey won Season 3 of the Africa Monologue Challenge, beating competitors from across the continent to claim a $1,000 grand prize. Ghana also secured hosting rights for Season 4 of the continental acting contest.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian dancer and creative entrepreneur Lisa Quama made her debut at New York Fashion Week and Climate Week, becoming the first Ghanaian creator to actively participate in both events. She appeared as a VIP guest at the Opulence Fashion Show, walked the runway at the Made With Intention show, and performed a one-hour dance installation at the THREADS OF IMPACT show during Climate Week.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian artiste Larry Prince, born in Maamobi, is shaping a music career around relatable storytelling drawn from his street experiences, blending Afrobeats and Afropop with themes of motivation and everyday life. His breakthrough came with the 2011 single "Che Che Kuley," and he is now preparing to release an EP.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kwabena Boafo Larbi and Selorm Nana Ama Obiri, who met at an event in 2024, are sharing their relationship journey on social media under the tag "My Bestie and I," emphasizing companionship, emotional intimacy and genuine friendship as central to modern romance, challenging traditional ideas about dating.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Central Regional Culture Coordinator has urged students to uphold Ghanaian cultural values and show respect for the elderly when expressing their views in public, saying young people have the freedom to share opinions on national issues but should be mindful of cultural expectations and use appropriate language when addressing older people.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The 11th edition of the Black Star International Film Festival will run from 24–27 September 2026 in Kumasi, featuring films and industry sessions from 12 countries under the theme "Film & Global Culture: The New Wave of African Cinema."
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Mfantseman-Saltpond Development Alliance has called for establishment of a National Political History and Heritage Centre in Saltpond to preserve Ghana's political and nationalist heritage, serving as a hub for learning, research, civic education and heritage tourism rather than merely a museum.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
La Liga president Javier Tebas dismissed claims of a refereeing conspiracy against Real Madrid, saying such accusations amount to "living in another galaxy" and serve as an excuse for the club's on-pitch shortcomings. Real Madrid responded with a statement calling Tebas's comments "intolerable" and "incomprehensible," accusing him of using his position to publicly discredit the club.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kylian Mbappe has disclosed that he was close to joining Liverpool in 2016 while at Monaco, with the club making efforts to sign him at 18, but he chose to join Paris St-Germain instead because he wanted to play in his home city. His mother was a strong advocate for the move and fell in love with Anfield after visiting the club.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz is expected to attend the CAF Strategy Conference in Cape Verde from October 7–9, bringing together coaches from Africa's 10 World Cup representatives and other football officials to assess performances and discuss development and sustainability across the continent.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The U.S. Embassy in Ghana used football to strengthen bilateral relations through its Sports Envoy programme, training nearly 300 female student-athletes and 50 coaches in leadership and sporting development across Tamale, Kumasi and Accra. The initiative featured former U.S. professional athletes including Women's National Team player Amy Griffin and MLS defender Kofi Sarkodie.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Black Challenge have named a provisional 20-player squad (three goalkeepers and 17 outfield players) ahead of the 2026 World Amputee Football Federation World Cup in Mexico, scheduled for 13–22 November 2026. Ghana qualified for the tournament after winning the African amputee football title in Cairo in 2024, defeating Morocco 2–1.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Mikel Arteta has agreed an improved new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal that will extend his stay at the club into at least his 10th year. The new deal includes a sharp pay increase from his current salary of £10m per year plus an additional £5m in bonuses.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Paralympic Committee has submitted a provisional 20-player camping squad to the Sports Minister for the 2026 Amputee Football World Cup, scheduled for Mexico from November 13 to 22. The committee is seeking government support for travel documentation, accommodation, and logistics ahead of the tournament.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
After Jose Mourinho complained about refereeing decisions following Real Madrid's 2-1 derby loss to Atletico Madrid, Atletico posted videos on X calling for an end to "referee harassment," garnering two million views within two hours. Mourinho had arrived at his post-match news conference with printed screenshots of incidents he believed warranted red cards for Atletico players.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has proposed an independent external review of FIFA's operations and says he is open to reform discussions. The move comes after major backlash over his abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal to sell stakes in competitions to private investors, and Infantino is now calling for consultations on strengthening decision-making, transparency, and accountability.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Paralympic Committee of Ghana has named Theophilus Sampah as official Media Officer for the Black Challenge's participation in the 2026 World Amputee Football Federation World Cup in Mexico. The tournament will take place 13–22 November 2026 in San Juan de los Lagos, bringing together 24 national teams.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Olympic Committee has appointed Ghana Rugby president Rafatu Inusah as Chef de Mission for Team Ghana at the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games in Malta and Gozo, scheduled for October 29 to November 4. The appointment is described as strategic for women empowerment in sports governance, and Inusah has also been selected to participate in the International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program in the United States.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Togo captain Emmanuel Adebayor says he persuaded Marvin Senaya, who is of Ghanaian and Togolese descent, to choose Ghana over Togo after both nations called him up in March 2026. Senaya played in all four games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for Ghana.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Emmanuel Adebayor predicts a "difficult" encounter for Ghana against Ivory Coast in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after Mohammed Kudus withdrew from the squad to recover from injury. Kudus has not featured for Ghana since October 2025 and will miss matches against Ivory Coast and The Gambia.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Baba Rahman has pulled out of Ghana's 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia due to a knee injury expected to sideline him for around two weeks. His withdrawal joins those of Mohammed Kudus, Antoine Semenyo and Prince Adu Kwabena, who are also ruled out through injuries.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams clarified that government policy does not bar facilitating Ghanaian supporters to attend major sporting competitions, but prohibits using funds specifically appropriated by Parliament for that purpose, in line with the Justice Dzamefe Commission's recommendations from its investigation of Ghana's 2014 World Cup participation.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua's long-awaited heavyweight fight is expected to take place at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Friday, 11 December, after Joshua and promoter Eddie Hearn insisted on their contractual right to stage the bout on British soil, thwarting moves to relocate to New York.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Palmer, Rice, Rashford, Mainoo and Livramento have withdrawn from England's squad for forthcoming Nations League matches; Morgan Gibbs-White and James Garner have been called up by manager Thomas Tuchel to replace them.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Former Ghana international Yaw Preko has called for the Accra Sports Stadium to be renovated rather than demolished, describing the historic venue as Ghana's equivalent of Wembley Stadium and urging authorities to reconstruct damaged sections and upgrade the facility rather than replace it entirely.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's volleyball team lost 3-2 to Cameroon in a five-set quarterfinal match at the 2026 Africa Nations Volleyball Championship on September 21, eliminating them from semifinal contention. The tournament serves as a qualification pathway for the 2027 FIVB World Championship and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has been ruled out of the Black Stars' upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia after suffering a groin injury during Sheffield United's defeat to Stoke City.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alberta Mumaah, a 15-year-old Basic Seven student from Maduteng, won gold in the girls' javelin event at the National Basic Schools Sports Festival in Accra with a 32-metre throw, training with a wooden stick carved by her teacher. Her MP has pledged to fund her school fees and sports training through completion of her education and provided three standard javelins for her training.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Midfielder Ronald Donkor says he waited for the official squad announcement to believe his first Black Stars call-up was real, after speaking with Alex prior to publication. The youngster, who will reunite with former JMG Academy seniors Alidu Seidu and Augustine Boakye, named in Carlos Queiroz's squad for Ghana's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Environmental Protection Authority says $22.6 billion will be required to deliver the country's climate actions by 2030, emphasizing the need for substantial investment to protect communities, infrastructure and livelihoods from climate risks. The EPA calls for stronger early warning systems, resilient infrastructure and measures to support rural livelihoods through improved climate services and natural resource management.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has instructed the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council to work with the Forestry Commission and Environmental Protection Authority to restore degraded sections of the Kpeshie Lagoon following demolition of illegal structures, including clearing debris, planting vegetation, and introducing safeguards to prevent renewed encroachment. The restoration aims to improve flood resilience and recover the lagoon's ecological functions, which years of clearance, sand filling, and construction have diminished.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
An international arbitration tribunal has dismissed a $400 million claim by Sunrise Power and Transmission over the Mambilla hydroelectric project, ruling that settlement agreements the company relied on lacked presidential authority and were tainted by corruption. The tribunal ordered Sunrise to pay 75% of Nigeria's legal fees with 10% annual interest, though the company is pursuing a separate arbitration claim valued at more than $2.7 billion.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is under investigation by Swiss prosecutors over allegations he obtained a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate in 2022. Xhaka has admitted to acquiring the certificate, saying he had "mistrust" towards the vaccine and was influenced by worries, and that he now takes responsibility for the decision.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Football Association of Wales chief executive Noel Mooney has cast doubt on claims that Fifa president Gianni Infantino's letter proposes major reforms, saying it focuses on strategic projects rather than structural reform of Fifa itself. Infantino has announced an independent external review amid pressure over his failed World Cup privatisation proposal and faces a fourth election bid in March 2027.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President Kufuor told the Broadcasters Convention West Africa 2026 that Africa should deliberately transform its abundant mineral reserves, arable land, youthful population, and strategic location into economic opportunities. He stressed that the continent must invest in education and skills to enable young people to contribute to development.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Lula of Brazil praised President John Mahama and Ghana for leading a global reparatory justice agenda, citing a UN General Assembly declaration adopted in March 2026 that recognised the trafficking of enslaved Africans as the gravest crime against humanity. Lula described the declaration as a correction of historical distortion and called for the international community to address the lasting consequences of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Kashim Shettima has led Nigeria's delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where Nigeria will advance President Tinubu's call for reforms of global institutions to be more representative and equitable, and to give developing countries a stronger voice.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement unveiled a 59-member presidential campaign council with zonal and state coordinators and directors for key areas including mobilisation, women's affairs, strategy, security, and legal affairs, ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Actress Hayden Panettiere died from the toxic effects of fentanyl, Xanax, and several other drugs, according to an autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office in South Carolina. The coroner ruled the death accidental with no signs of trauma.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran's IRGC warned it would deploy new weapons and expand the conflict geography if the US launches another offensive, with a spokesman saying the world will be "astonished" by Tehran's capabilities. Trump told Fox News he is in "deciding mode" on Iran policy and warned of "big things" if Tehran does not "behave."
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Major US television networks suspended pooled coverage of President Donald Trump after CNN, Politico, and MS NOW were barred from the White House. The banned outlets said they would sue to defend the principle that the government does not decide what the press reports, and other outlets including the New York Times and Washington Post declined to share coverage of pooled events.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump said he would support halting American diesel exports to ease pump prices for drivers, with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirming officials are assessing whether a full or partial ban would work without disrupting refinery capabilities.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama warned against the Accra Reset becoming another initiative with only declarations, saying Ghana is now moving beyond conceptual discussions to translate the initiative's recommendations into practical country-level agreements with governments, health organisations, development finance institutions, and private-sector actors. He formally launched the High-Level Panel's report, A Sovereign Future for Health, which proposes five political shifts and ten recommendations for reforming global health governance.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama is in the United States to participate in the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, being held September 22–28, 2026, at UN Headquarters in New York on the theme "Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all."
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament called for renewed commitment by lawmakers to tackle climate change, citing increasing flooding, heat waves, and rising sea levels affecting livelihoods and security across the sub-region. The second ECOWAS Parliamentary Seminar in Accra convened lawmakers from member states to deliberate on measures to address climate change adaptation challenges.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
An analysis in The Chronicle examines the Russian Orthodox Church's institutional expansion in Ghana as a form of soft power in a multipolar international system, arguing that the state-aligned church's presence poses institutional challenges to Ghana's tradition of religious pluralism and democratic governance.
22 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Researchers analysed adverts visible during live play across 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and found logos and products from junk food and drinks brands were displayed 65,722 times, visible for 28.1 hours or just over 16% of total match time, with Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Powerade, and Lay's accounting for the majority.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Eleven people, reportedly all students, were injured in a shooting outside Inci Uzmez Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School in Manisa, Turkey on Tuesday morning. Police detained a 15-year-old male suspect, along with his mother, father, and grandfather, who reportedly owned the weapon used in the attack; two victims remain in critical condition.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Escalating Middle East conflicts risk sparking a broader regional war as world leaders gather for the UN General Assembly. The Iran-backed Houthi group has seized strategic Red Sea territory near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a critical maritime chokepoint for global energy shipments, with officials doubtful Saudi Arabia can reverse the gains independently.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Modern security threats now emerge from information and cyberspace rather than traditional military frontiers, with artificial intelligence enabling both disinformation campaigns and humanitarian benefits like early-warning systems and multilingual translation.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Climate change creates immediate consequences for communities through drought, floods and declining harvests, affecting livelihoods and food security. While climate change does not automatically cause conflict, pressure on land, water and food can intensify existing tensions and complicate peacebuilding efforts that have traditionally focused on diplomacy and security institutions rather than resource management.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Climate change pressures on land, water and food can intensify existing tensions and threaten community stability. Lasting peace requires not just diplomacy and security institutions, but effective agreements on shared resources like water and coordinated responses to food insecurity and displacement.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A Mississippi grand jury will not bring criminal charges in the death of Nolan Wells, a black teenager found dead after a July 4 boating trip. The district attorney said there was not enough evidence to charge someone, and the grand jury report found Wells's body position and condition consistent with accidental drowning, though civil rights attorney Ben Crump said the result "leaves us with more questions than answers."
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Four people died in Japan after Typhoon Dujuan struck Tokyo and surrounding prefectures with heavy rain and destructive winds, knocking out power for 50,000 and suspending hundreds of flights. Six others were reported missing; most evacuation orders were lifted as the storm moved away from Japan's eastern coast.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Actress Hayden Panettiere, 36, died from the toxic effects of fentanyl, Xanax, and several other drugs in her system, according to an autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office in South Carolina. The coroner ruled the death accidental, with no signs of trauma discovered.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang addressed ECOWAS Parliament in Accra, calling for greater regional cooperation and investment in vulnerable communities to help West African countries respond to climate change impacts, including disrupted livelihoods and population displacement. She stressed that coordinated regional action, coupled with protection of livelihoods and food security, is essential for promoting peace and stability across the region.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →