Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George has been confirmed as Chair of the African Union Specialised Technical Committee on Communication and ICT at its 6th Ordinary Session in Libreville, Gabon. He called for stronger continental cooperation and a shift from policy development to implementation on digital transformation, connectivity, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
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Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George has been confirmed as Chair of the African Union Specialised Technical Committee on Communication and ICT at its 6th Ordinary Session in Libreville, Gabon. He called for stronger continental cooperation and a shift from policy development to implementation on digital transformation, connectivity, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
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Former Vice President and NPP presidential candidate Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia held talks with the Secretary-General of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, a German political foundation affiliated with the NPP, to discuss Ghana's political landscape and party reorganisation efforts. Bawumia outlined steps taken over two years to reinforce the NPP's internal structures and discussed two flagship projects—the Patriotic Institute and Policy Unit—aimed at grooming leadership and ensuring evidence-based party policies.
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Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has called on older generations to deliberately pass on their knowledge and experience to young people through mentorship and initiatives such as foundations and mentorship programmes, saying this can help prepare the next generation to take up leadership responsibilities more quickly and effectively.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has called on Ghana's leaders to avoid excessive taxation that discourages entrepreneurship, arguing the state should empower individuals to create wealth while paying reasonable taxes. He emphasized private enterprise as central to Ghana's future vision, alongside inclusive governance and investment in education and healthcare.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has called on Ghana's leaders to allow entrepreneurs to keep their legitimately earned wealth while paying reasonable taxes, warning that excessive taxation stifles initiative. He placed private enterprise at the centre of his vision for Ghana's development over the next 50 years and said the state should provide a framework to empower people and attract investment.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor said that four decades in the political wilderness—marked by military coups, imprisonment, and economic decay—shaped his leadership when he became president at age 62 after entering politics in his twenties. Kufuor was arrested and imprisoned for 15 months at Ussher Fort Prison following the 1972 military coup, and he described how successive military regimes created a "culture of silence" that stifled political discourse and crippled the nation.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has recounted how his experiences in law, banking, local government and diplomacy shaped his entry into national politics, including becoming an MP and Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs at age 30, beginning his legal career at 22 and working in London's financial sector before returning to Ghana in 1965 to practise law.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor says he wants to leave a legacy helping young people learn from his generation's experiences and achieve more, noting that rapid technological change means today's youth may not have time for the long apprenticeship that shaped his career. He said older generations have a responsibility to turn their experiences into lessons that help young people improve on what their predecessors achieved.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An analysis argues that while Ghana's debt ratio exceeded the ECOWAS 70% benchmark in 2014–2016, it improved in 2017–2019, but COVID-19 disrupted revenues and increased expenditure in 2020, significantly worsening the fiscal position and contributing to a renewed debt crisis.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Development Planning Commission director-general has called for sustained peace in Northern Ghana to unlock the region's economic potential through agriculture, livestock, and value-added activities like shea butter processing, saying conflict undermines economic activity and weakens service delivery in an area where multidimensional poverty rates exceed 50 per cent in the North East and Savannah regions.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor said Ghana must enable individual enterprise while ensuring wealth funds quality education, healthcare, and poverty protection, arguing that the country's liberal values have not translated into such governance and that leaders should avoid excessive taxation that stifles initiative.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Technical University Teachers' Association of Ghana agreed to suspend its strike after meeting with the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission and technical university Vice-Chancellors on October 28, 2026. The parties agreed on measures to address outstanding concerns including non-payment of staff on post-retirement contracts, a PhD requirement for lecturer promotion, and the classification of academic librarians as academic staff.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for deliberate recognition of African women's contributions to leadership and economics, noting that women across the continent have long demonstrated capacity to lead despite being marginalized. Ghana has recently launched the Social Protection Act, 2025, the Social Protection Regulations, 2026, and the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Regulations, 2026 to address barriers to women's opportunity and participation.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The first anniversary of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings' passing was marked on October 23 with the unveiling of her tomb at the Military Cemetery, a wreath-laying ceremony, and a Memorial Mass at the Holy Spirit Cathedral in Accra, attended by Vice-President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and other government officials.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A Foundation for Security and Development in Africa report shows Ghana is making progress on gender parity in its security forces and peacekeeping operations through institutional quotas, legislative backing, and international partnerships. The evaluation documents developments including the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act 2024, a National Gender Policy for 2025–2034, and Armed Forces gender policy.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor outlined a vision for Ghana anchored in inclusive governance, quality education, and a private sector free to create wealth. He called for leadership that leverages the country's natural resources and social cohesion to build prosperity while supporting social interventions in education, healthcare, and protection for vulnerable people.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President John Kufuor says Ghana's natural resources in gold, lithium, bauxite and manganese should fund quality education, good health, and social safety nets to protect vulnerable people from poverty, with inclusive leadership enabling both public welfare and individual entrepreneurship.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has tasked the newly inaugurated Audit Committee to strengthen oversight of Parliament's expenditure and maintain financial accountability, saying Parliament must account for its own spending to credibly hold the Executive accountable.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Gender Centre for Empowering Development (GenCED) has called for reforms to address alleged vote-buying and financial inducements in Ghana's political party elections, citing concerns from NDC and NPP constituency executive elections and warning that money politics limits participation of women and young people.
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Raymond Archer has been confirmed as the substantive Executive Director of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) effective October 27, formally taking the role he has held in an acting capacity since August 2025.
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The Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission has called for sustained peace in Northern Ghana to unlock the region's economic potential through agriculture, livestock, and value-added production. She noted that recurring conflicts undermine economic activity and service delivery, while citing data showing multidimensional poverty rates above 50 per cent in North East and Savannah regions.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger coordination among government institutions to improve policy implementation and ensure benefits reach more Ghanaians. She said the government must focus on the quality, speed and consistency of programmes to meet citizen expectations and create opportunities for young people and women.
23 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Parliament Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has instructed the newly inaugurated Audit Committee to scrutinise every cedi Parliament spends and ensure financial accountability, noting that Parliament cannot demand accountability from the Executive if it does not account for its own spending.
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The NPP has called for the Sports Minister's resignation over allegations of irregularities in visa arrangements for Ghanaian personnel linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including alleged payments of up to US$14,000 and unverified personnel identities. The demand follows the resignation of the National Sports Authority CEO.
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The New Patriotic Party has announced a nationwide demonstration on November 3, 2026, called "Y3gye y3 sika" to demand the dismissal of Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and investigations into controversies surrounding an evacuation exercise and passport issuance. The protest aims to press the government for greater accountability over public expenditure related to these matters.
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The NPP's 2028 flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has outlined plans to strengthen party policy development and leadership training initiatives through the Patriotic Institute and NPP Policy Unit, aiming to base policies on evidence, financial feasibility and implementation effectiveness.
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The New Patriotic Party has introduced a GH₵2,000 fee for prospective parliamentary candidates to declare their intention to contest the party's 2028 primaries, running from November 1–10, 2026, through an online portal. The measure has raised concerns that it may create a financial barrier for aspirants with limited resources before formal nominations begin.
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The New Patriotic Party has set November 1–10, 2026, for prospective parliamentary candidates and sitting MPs to formally declare their intention to contest the party's parliamentary primaries for the 2028 general elections. Aspirants must register through the party's online portal and will be assessed against party constitution and Ghanaian law; declaration does not authorize campaigning in constituencies.
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The court has dismissed Charles Bissue's grounds to challenge prosecution in his case involving nine counts of alleged corruption and abuse of public office. Bissue, Raphael Mensah, and Dr Naa Dedei Tagoe are facing charges in relation to the 'Galamsey Fraud' investigation.
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The Accra High Court has dismissed a request by former National Signals Bureau Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene and his co-accused to remove portions of the prosecution's written arguments, ruling that it is not required to conduct a separate inquiry into the accuracy of lawyers' submissions or strike them out based on one side's dispute of their account of the evidence.
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Former GRASAG-National PRO Solomon Ametor has been elected Deputy Secretary of the NDC in Ketu North Constituency, securing 601 votes in the party's 2026 constituency elections. The election was part of the NDC's internal elections to select grassroots executives.
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Samuel Nartey George, Ghana's Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, has been unanimously confirmed as Chairperson of the African Union's Specialised Technical Committee on Communication and Information and Communications Technology for a two-year term beginning October 2026.
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Callistus Mahama, Executive Secretary to President John Dramani Mahama, has argued that appointing the Electoral Commission Chairperson does not guarantee electoral victory for the appointing President or party, citing the 2016 and 2024 elections as evidence that voter choice remains decisive.
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Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson will present the 2027 Budget to Parliament on November 12, with job creation and economic transformation expected to feature prominently as the government seeks to consolidate recent economic gains and move towards sustained growth.
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President Mahama's Executive Secretary has urged political parties to prioritise persuading voters and building public confidence through credible policies rather than focusing suspicion on the political affiliations of Electoral Commission officials. He argued that portraying electoral victory as dependent on who occupies positions at the Commission could breed complacency or fatalism among supporters.
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Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza has pledged the government's commitment to strengthening cooperation with China to support Ghana's road infrastructure development, noting that Chinese companies are participating significantly in the government's Big Push Programme.
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Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover poured libation during a Ga-Dangme Progressive Front demonstration to protest demolitions at La Pleasure Beach that have affected businesses and livelihoods. The Coalition of La Associations has called on the government to respond within seven days to demands for compensation for affected traders, warning of further legal action and petitions if concerns are not addressed.
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President John Dramani Mahama has approved the promotion of 15 Ghana Prisons Service officers: seven Deputy Directors of Prisons to Directors of Prisons and eight Assistant Directors of Prisons to Deputy Directors of Prisons. The promotions took effect from July 1, 2026, and were announced on October 29, 2026.
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The NPP has dismissed reports of plans to replace Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, with the party's General Secretary stating the party is satisfied with his leadership and has no intention to change it.
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The Ghana Journalists Association is working with parliament to introduce a private member's bill to establish a basic minimum wage for journalists in both state-owned and private media. GJA President Albert Dwumfour said the measure aims to improve journalists' welfare and working conditions, arguing that poor pay and job insecurity compromise journalism quality.
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NDC member Rashid Tanko Computer dismissed the NPP's denial of reports that it plans to change its Minority leadership in Parliament, saying the alleged plan to remove Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin had been discussed since the 2024 general elections and describing the NPP's response as "fire fighting."
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President John Mahama has appointed 15 officers of the Ghana Prisons Service, promoting seven Deputy Directors to Directors of Prisons and eight Assistant Directors to Deputy Directors, effective July 1, 2026.
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The New Patriotic Party denied that it is considering changes to its parliamentary Minority leadership, with General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong stating the party is satisfied with current Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin and has held no discussions about reshuffling the team.
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The New Patriotic Party has announced a nationwide demonstration on November 3, 2026, called "Yɛgye yɛ sika" to demand the dismissal of Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and investigations into controversies surrounding an evacuation exercise and the issuance of passports. The protest aims to press the government for greater accountability over public expenditure.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party has introduced a GH¢5,000 fee for prospective parliamentary candidates, including sitting MPs, to declare their intention to contest the party's primaries ahead of the 2028 elections. The party describes the measure as a first in Ghana's political landscape, with the declaration process running from November 1 to November 10, 2026.
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The New Patriotic Party has opened applications for members interested in contesting as parliamentary candidates in 2028, with declarations required between November 1–10, 2026. Applicants must pay a non-refundable fee of GH¢5,000, complete an online form, and undergo vetting; the party will hold capacity-building workshops across zones in December 2026.
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Former government official Charles Bissue has suffered a setback in his attempt to dismiss nine counts of alleged corruption and abuse of public office. The court rejected three grounds he raised—an earlier case still pending, police clearance, and lack of OSP authority—describing them as frivolous.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Leonant Yert Ltd has been named the "Most Outstanding Public Relations Agency" for the 2025 review period at the 2026 Institute of Public Relations PR Ghana Excellence Awards, marking its second consecutive win of the award after also winning in the 2023-2024 review period.
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Ghana's Cabinet has approved a new textile and garment policy targeting $1.2 billion in investment and 150,000 direct and indirect jobs over the next decade, while aiming to expand the industry from $400 million to $2 billion and revive domestic cotton production across 50,000 hectares.
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DoorDash will acquire grocery delivery firm Instacart in a $17bn deal expected to close in about a year, creating a combined service that will expand customer access to meals, quick-need purchases, and weekly grocery shops. The companies said the acquisition will increase Instacart shoppers' access from 100,000 to 150,000 stores and allow DoorDash to expand beyond restaurants into retail.
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The government has launched the Cabinet-approved Ghana Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Policy to double domestic medicine production, address dependence on imports (which account for 70% of medicine supply), and increase locally manufactured medicines' share of the domestic market from 30% to 60%. The policy, announced by the Trade Minister, provides a coordinated framework covering investment, regulation, public procurement, skills development, and regional trade.
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Ghana's Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry urged Polish and European businesses to invest in the country, citing democratic stability, the rule of law, a growing middle class, and Ghana's role as host of the AfCFTA Secretariat as advantages for accessing the wider African market of 54 countries.
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African business leaders remain confident about growth prospects, with 79% confident in their own organisations' growth and 86% reporting revenue growth in their latest financial year, according to the 2026 KPMG Africa CEO Outlook. However, only 58% expect annual earnings growth of at least 2.5% over the next three years, suggesting challenges in converting revenue gains into sustained profitability.
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MTN Ghana reported a profit before tax of GH¢11.3 billion for the first nine months of 2026, a 51.8% increase from GH¢7.4 billion in the same period last year, with total revenue reaching GH¢23.2 billion (up 35.7% year-on-year).
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The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has called for an electronic portal to provide national statistical data in machine-readable formats for researchers, academics, and policymakers to apply AI and advanced analytical tools. He commended the Ghana Statistical Service's Ghana in Numbers 2025 report, saying improved access to reliable statistics would strengthen evidence-based decision-making and understanding of the country's socio-economic conditions.
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The Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors' CEO says members are maintaining ethical standards and not increasing prices on existing stocks to finance the next consignment, while self-regulating to protect consumers and ensuring steady supplies.
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The CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors says cargo arrangements are locked in through December and Ghana will not experience fuel queues, with bulk oil distributors prioritizing domestic supply over exports.
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Binance froze around $3bn in digital assets to prevent theft while investigating a security issue, temporarily suspending deposits and withdrawals. Other platforms Tether and Circle also froze approximately $2.4bn in response, while crypto experts estimate the actual theft at over $5bn.
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Agricultural Development Bank recorded a profit before tax of GH¢478.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, up from GH¢447.5 million in the same 2025 period, while customer deposits grew 19.5% to GH¢15.36 billion and its Capital Adequacy Ratio rose significantly to 27.41%.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
VAST Ghana has called on the Finance Ministry to reconsider removing the 20 per cent excise tax on locally produced fruit juices under the Excise Tax Act 2026, warning that the exemption could undermine public health objectives and weaken efforts to prevent non-communicable diseases. The group expressed concern that the tax cut could jeopardise the sustainability of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund and Free Primary Health Care Policy.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP 2028 flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for the abolition of a proposed pre-shipment inspection requirement for imported vehicles following a meeting with the Vehicles and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana, which raised concerns including high import duties, port delays, and unfair foreign competition.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Karpowership committed GH¢210,550 for 63 engineering students' tuition at Takoradi Technical University for 2026/2027, and added Petroleum Engineering to its scholarship scheme established in 2022, which has graduated 78 beneficiaries to date.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Absa Bank Ghana held its annual Wow October customer service programme featuring health screenings at multiple branches, a business expo at Absa Place to help customer businesses showcase products, branded items for visitors, and recognition of employees for customer service excellence.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Agricultural Development Bank's Managing Director Edward Ato Sarpong says effective leadership, sound management, and strong structures are essential to supporting the bank's performance. He noted that while the macroeconomic environment has improved, ADB must strengthen internal systems and resolve structural problems, with potential to grow from current 400 million profit to one billion.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
President John Dramani Mahama expressed optimism that Ghana's national airline would be operational before the end of his tenure, describing the effort as part of government's broader modernisation of the transport sector to improve connectivity and support economic activity.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Acting Board Chairman Charles Owusu-Aduamere said Twifu Community Bank PLC recorded significant growth in total assets, deposits, investments, net advances, and profit in 2025, while strengthening its capital position and aligning operations with Bank of Ghana reforms aimed at improving governance and financial sustainability in the rural banking sector.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) celebrated its 20-year anniversary, highlighting its role in airport infrastructure development, trade facilitation, and tourism promotion across Ghana's multi-airport system. The company's Managing Director said GACL has maintained safe and efficient operations while managing the Kotoka International Airport Terminal Three development and upgrades to airports in Tamale and Kumasi.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana recorded 2.64 million business establishments in 2024, with 92% operating informally and 9 in 10 classified as micro businesses, according to the Ghana Statistical Service. Though business establishments nearly tripled between 2014 and 2024, they have grown faster than job creation, with more than 7 in 10 jobs remaining informal.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former EPA Executive Director Dr Henry Kwabena Kokofu says the authority gave Empire Cement Ghana Limited three months in 2023 to prepare a relocation plan after concerns about its facility's proximity to the Densu Delta Ramsar Site, though the process stalled when the company sought ministerial intervention.
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The Ghana Grid Company Limited has finished 70% of the upgrade of the 161kV Anwomaso–Ahodwo transmission line in Kumasi, with planned power interruptions from Friday, October 30, to Sunday, November 29 (excluding weekends, 9am–5pm) as engineers complete remaining work on stringing conductors. The project, expected to finish by end of November 2026, aims to improve electricity supply reliability in Kumasi and surrounding communities.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
SanlamAllianz insurance has opened the second edition of its PROUD Moments campaign, inviting Ghanaians to nominate themselves or others for celebrating everyday achievements and meaningful contributions. Participants can enter by posting a video on Instagram mentioning @sanlamallianzghana and using #PROUDMomentsGH, with entries closing on 13th November 2026; winners receive a PROUD box worth GHS 5,000.
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The CEO of PETROSOL Platinum Energy PLC, addressing Ghana's National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, called on government to protect economic recovery through consistent policies, prudent spending, and support for indigenous businesses, cautioning that improving indicators signal recovery has started but not that the economy has fully recovered.
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Ghana's Securities and Exchange Commission will host the Africa Virtual Asset Summit on November 2–3, 2026, in Accra, bringing together regulators, policymakers and industry leaders to advance virtual asset regulation across Africa under the theme of tokenisation. The summit aims to produce the Accra Declaration, a shared set of principles to guide responsible development of virtual assets, with focus on unlocking value in gold, real estate, cocoa, bonds and trade receivables.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Professional and Managerial Staff Union of Agricultural Development Bank has raised concerns about proposed share disposals in the bank, warning that decisions threatening jobs or weakening its agricultural mandate could undermine the institution. The union chairman called on government, the Bank of Ghana, ADB's Board and management to prioritise recapitalisation and sound corporate governance, and demanded transparency and independent valuation for any strategic transactions.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
A First National Bank executive warns young people against treating financial windfalls from inheritance, gifts, or prizes as immediate spending opportunities, recommending instead that they develop a structured financial plan and avoid major decisions for six to 12 months after receiving windfall funds.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
MTN Ghana has awarded scholarships to 500 students and teachers (300 tertiary students and 200 teachers) under its Bright Scholarship Programme; each scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, a laptop and a stipend, and was selected from 5,194 applicants.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Takoradi MP Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah has called for innovative approaches to job creation through technology, arguing that government employment alone cannot absorb growing numbers of job seekers. He cited Japan and Singapore as examples and urged youth-focused employment programmes that equip young people with skills in emerging technology-driven industries.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Francesca describes her journey growing a shea butter and organic skincare business that works with 600 women producers in northern Ghana, and highlights challenges including access to finance and gender bias in banking.
21 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Energy Minister Dr John Abdulai Jinapor has sworn in a new Board of BOST Energies Limited, with Moses Bukari Mabengba as chair and Afetsi Awoonor as Managing Director. The minister charged board members to strengthen corporate governance, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the company fulfils its strategic role in fuel supply and petroleum stock management.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana is extending its National Business Pitch competition to all 16 regions, selecting 48 SMEs with three from each region, offering a GH¢300,000 national grand prize and GH¢30,000 regional prizes. The company says the expansion recognizes SMEs' role in job creation and economic growth.
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Ghana is developing local capacity to manufacture active pharmaceutical ingredients to reduce dependence on imported drugs, with about 70 per cent of medicines currently imported. A proposed 2,000-acre Legon Pharmaceutical Innovation Park under the 24-Hour Economy Programme is expected to support pharmaceutical manufacturing, research, diagnostics, and medical-device production.
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Ghana's National Vaccine Institute CEO declared the pharmaceutical industry has entered a "golden era" as the government launched the Ghana Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Policy on October 28, 2026, aimed at transforming Ghana into a continental hub for medicine and vaccine manufacturing. The policy addresses financing challenges facing local manufacturers, including support for private manufacturers Atlantic Lifesciences and DEK Vaccines Ltd, which require at least $100 million to build and equip their plants.
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At the 5th Ghana CEO Vision Expo, executives called for increased private sector participation in the government's reset agenda, emphasising local production, innovation and digital finance, and plan to submit practical recommendations to the Presidency.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Alhaji Seidu Agongo has begun distributing 10,000 free sewing machines to vulnerable women and youth nationwide, urging young Ghanaians to match their talents with hard work. The initiative, implemented with the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, aims to empower beneficiaries with skills and tools to start or expand tailoring enterprises.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Apple announced its first-ever MacBook Pro with a touchscreen, the PROLED XDR Display model, launching November 6 in 14-inch and 16-inch versions starting at $2,899 and $3,399 respectively. The company is targeting creative professionals and app developers with features like drag-and-drop slide presentations, direct app testing, and tools for designers and musicians.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana says average lending rates declined from 30.25% in December 2024 to 15.7% in September 2026, while private sector credit growth reached 26.4%. He attributed the improvements to gains in macroeconomic stability, noting that inflation remained in single digits for 13 consecutive months and the exchange rate remained relatively stable.
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Reconstruction of the first section of the 19.5-kilometre Accra-Tema Motorway is 53 per cent complete, with work funded by A.T. Expressway Limited estimated at US$339 million and scheduled for completion in August 2027. The 27.7-kilometre corridor project includes a 10-lane highway, interchange reconstructions, toll plazas, and footbridges designed to ease congestion and improve road safety.
19 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Maven Communications is hosting the fifth edition of the Ghana Corporate Brands Conference and Honours, bringing together C-suite executives, brand and marketing leaders, and policymakers to discuss emerging branding trends, reputation management, and the role of technology in shaping public perception in Ghana's business environment.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana is reviewing its National Employment Policy to identify opportunities for creating decent jobs through the transition to a greener economy. A validation workshop examined findings on green employment diagnostics and recommended ways to address youth unemployment, skills mismatches, informal employment, and digital transformation challenges.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
Petrol prices are expected to drop by 3.35% per litre from November 1, while diesel prices will rise by 1.50%, according to the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies. The mixed outlook reflects movements in international petroleum prices, cedi appreciation, and government-industry support that moderates diesel increases.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Government Statistician Dr Alhassan Iddrisu says only 7.7% of Ghana's 2.64 million businesses operated formally in 2024, with micro enterprises accounting for about 90% of all businesses. Although unemployment fell from 14.6% in 2023 to 12.8% in 2025, more than 70% of jobs remained informal.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Gaming company Nsaa Play has unveiled Chop Money, a mobile raffle platform allowing Ghanaians to enter prize draws for GHS5 per ticket through USSD dial *2727# or website, with the first raffle opening in November 2026 and winners drawn on December 4. The platform has received approval from the National Lottery Authority to operate.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas is preparing to publish an investigation into Nguvu/Konongo Mines, owned by Angela List, examining the dispute surrounding the mining interests and its implications for Ghana's gold sector. The investigation, conducted by The New Crusading Guide and Tiger Eye, will explore the networks and relationships behind the operations and analyse how the dispute is affecting Ghana's gold industry and the state's finances.
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Environment Minister Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings visited Zijin Mining's New Abirem operations and called for responsible mining practices to become the standard in Ghana, stressing that mineral extraction must not damage water bodies, farmlands, ecosystems, or future generations' wellbeing.
11 hours ago · Joy Online →
Brent crude declined 0.7% to $114.50 a barrel and WTI fell 1.0% to $101.74 on Thursday as hopes for peace negotiations eased concerns about supply disruptions from escalating Middle East conflict, though declines remain limited due to ongoing Houthi attacks and concerns over potential US action against Iran.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Northern Ashanti Mines Limited has challenged the Minerals Commission's decision to revoke its mining lease and prospecting licence, claiming the commission failed to follow due process, misrepresented the company's financial position, and did not give prior notice of alleged breaches before the revocation.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Bauxite Company Limited has signed a $250 million financing mandate with Ecobank Ghana to expand and modernise its mining operations at Awaso, with the funds supporting mine expansion, working capital, and Ghana's goal to process more bauxite locally.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings visited Zijin Mining's operations at New Abirem in the Eastern Region and emphasized the need for responsible mining practices that minimize environmental damage and restore degraded lands, contrasting the company's environmental management with destruction at illegal mining sites.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat arrested six suspected illegal miners at Wakawaka in Bole District after they returned to a previously cleared site to resume mining activities. The joint operation with the Ghana Armed Forces from October 26–28 resulted in the seizure of equipment and the destruction of seven air compressors and 58 makeshift structures.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
IMANI Africa, following discussions with Ghana's Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, notes encouraging evidence of government efforts to address structural weaknesses through financial discipline and institutional reform. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) reported after-tax losses declined from GH¢8.26 billion in 2024 to GH¢2.52 billion in 2025, representing a 69.5% improvement.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minerals Commission has terminated the mining lease and prospecting licences of Northern Ashanti Mines Limited over unpaid mineral right fees exceeding US$8.3 million, saying the decision followed persistent breaches of Ghanaian law and was carried out in accordance with the Minerals and Mining Act.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Ghana Bauxite Company and Ecobank Ghana have signed a US$250 million financing arrangement to expand and modernise GBC's mining operations at Awaso in Western North region, targeting production of 1.5 million tonnes per year and supporting Ghana's goal to process more bauxite locally.
21 hours ago · The Chronicle →
President Mahama expressed Ghana's interest in strengthening energy cooperation with Russia, particularly in solar and nuclear power, ahead of a planned bilateral meeting with Russian President Putin at the Russia-Africa Summit. Mahama said Ghana is exploring alternative energy sources to diversify its energy mix and noted Russia's advanced technology in those areas.
21 hours ago · The Chronicle →
President Mahama told the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow that Ghana has begun discussions with Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom about building its first nuclear power station as part of efforts to secure reliable, affordable electricity and diversify the country's energy mix. The proposal builds on Ghana's nuclear cooperation with Russia dating to 1964, when the Soviet Union supplied a reactor for scientific research.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
Fitch Solutions expects Brent crude to fall from an average of US$83/bbl in 2026 to US$81/bbl in 2027 as the Strait of Hormuz reopens, Middle East production normalizes, and OPEC+ unwinds remaining production cuts, pushing global supply above demand and lowering prices. The firm forecasts that falling fuel prices will ease transport costs across Sub-Saharan Africa, generating disinflationary effects and prompting most SSA central banks to resume monetary easing in 2027.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA Ghana) has launched a one-year initiative to support Phase Two of Ghana's Nuclear Power Programme, focusing on institutional coordination, human resource capacity, regulatory preparedness, and policy frameworks. Ghana is working toward Phase Two requirements under the IAEA's Milestones Approach to prepare for its first nuclear power plant.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Russian aluminium producer Rusal has signed a memorandum with Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation to develop a joint venture mining and processing bauxite in Ghana, with targets of 5.0 million metric tons annual bauxite production and 1.2 million metric tons annual processing capacity.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
GNPC Exploration and Production Limited reported growth in revenue and profitability, stronger cash generation, and reduced borrowings in 2025, as it prepares for an onshore drilling campaign in the Voltaian Basin in the fourth quarter of 2026. The company's Board Chairman emphasized that its transition to direct operatorship would require strong technical expertise, disciplined project management, and sound risk management.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat plans to target individuals and businesses manufacturing or selling equipment used in illegal mining in Aowin and Enchi, Western North Region, as part of efforts to curb galamsey and environmental destruction in areas with gold deposits and major water bodies.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Minerals Commission terminated Northern Ashanti Mines Limited's mineral rights after the company accumulated approximately US$8.33 million in unpaid Annual Mineral Right fees and US$49,928 on prospecting licences, failing to meet statutory obligations despite multiple opportunities to settle.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas has announced an upcoming investigation titled "The Stakes and Mystery of Angela List's Nguvu/Konongo Mines," promising to examine the fight over the mines, what the state is losing, and the networks underpinning List's operations, though specific names and figures are being withheld for now.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana is developing a National Plant-Based Food Systems Plan to strengthen nutrition security, climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods through improved local food production, dietary diversity and climate action integration. The Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability said the plan would address threats from climate shocks, soil degradation, food import dependence and land pressure affecting agricultural productivity and rural economies.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Trade Minister Ms Ofosu-Adjare called on Ghana to position itself strategically in the global agribusiness market, projected to reach US$7.3 trillion by 2033, noting that Middle East and Africa together account for only five per cent. She made the remarks at the opening of the EU-Ghana Agribusiness Exhibition and Forum 2026 in Accra, saying the event aligns with the government's agenda to shift focus from macroeconomic stabilisation to domestic production, job creation and industrialisation.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Vice Chairperson of the Gamesu Women Rice Farmers Association called for improved access to land, affordable credit, and modern farming support for rural women engaged in rice production in the Volta and Oti regions, highlighting the need for measures to strengthen local rice competitiveness against imported rice and improve women farmers' livelihoods.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghanaian agribusiness Farmer Globale earned international recognition at the Africa Sustainable Futures Awards for transforming Ghana's rice sector through climate-smart farming practices, including Alternate Wetting and Drying to reduce water use and emissions, while supporting over 20,000 smallholder farmers with financing, mechanisation, and market access.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
More than 200 farmers at Akyem Asene in the Eastern Region have appealed to the government for compensation for cocoa farms, food crops, and oil palm plantations destroyed by the Accra-Kumasi expressway construction. The farmers say their farms, their main sources of livelihood, were destroyed over eight months ago, causing severe economic hardship and difficulty meeting family expenses.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Dambai Circuit Court has remanded four people in connection with disturbances at Dwabrem-Worawora on October 24, 2026, involving burning of vehicle tyres and violence amid tensions over the Akwantutenten Festival rites. The accused will reappear in court on November 17, 2026.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
The University of Professional Studies, Accra held the third session of its 18th Congregation, graduating 1,314 students from the Faculty of Management Studies (1,009 undergraduates and 305 diploma recipients), who form part of 5,120 students expected to graduate across all 18th Congregation sessions. The Vice-Chancellor urged graduates to uphold integrity and accountability, embrace emerging technologies responsibly, and remain adaptable and committed to professional development.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Asankragwa Divisional Police Command has dismissed 10 reported cases of alleged missing manhood in its operational area as false after medical examinations confirmed complainants' genitalia were intact and medically normal. The police attributed the spread of allegations to panic, anxiety and misinformation.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Forty-seven university students participated in the inaugural Unmute Yo'Self event in Accra on October 23, 2026, a free public speaking and confidence-building programme organised by Sincerely Accra Podcast in collaboration with The Gold Coast Report, where participants learned presentation skills and heard from speakers including Nadia Daniel-Wilson on using AI without sacrificing creativity.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh said the country is prepared to detect and respond to any potential Ebola case, with no cases recorded so far. Preparedness measures include thermal scanners at Accra International Airport, electronic health declaration forms for arriving passengers, and designated isolation and treatment facilities.
11 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Health Minister has urged contractors to accelerate work on the €50 million La General Hospital project to meet its scheduled commissioning deadline of January 2028, stating that payments have been made on time and dismissing delays as an excuse for slow progress. He also called for a review of the emergency department's proposed capacity to address demand and availability of emergency beds.
11 hours ago · Joy Online →
Six NIA registration officials were arrested after allegations they demanded money from parents during a free Ghana Card registration exercise for children aged six to 14 in the Upper East Region's Galaka centre. Seven other team members had their appointments terminated for allegedly knowing about the extortion but failing to report it.
10 hours ago · The Chronicle →
The Asankragwa Divisional Police Command has dismissed 10 reported cases of alleged missing genitalia, with medical examinations confirming all complainants had intact and medically normal genitalia. Police attributed the false allegations to widespread panic, anxiety, and misinformation.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Police arrested two persons and a juvenile in connection with the murder of mobile money vendor Christian Amponsah, 34, at a guest house near Kasoa. The body was discovered by the guest house manager in a pool of blood after the deceased and a juvenile failed to emerge from their room.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
An Adenta Circuit Court has granted bail to Amadou Mohammed, 53, who is accused of defrauding a business partner of US$3.5 million in 2022 by falsely claiming he could facilitate shipment of a US$400 million investment fund to Nigeria. Mohammed has pleaded not guilty to the charge of defrauding by false pretences and was released on bail of GH¢400,000 with two sureties.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Teaching and learning at technical universities are set to resume following a breakthrough agreement between the Technical University Teachers' Association of Ghana (TUTAG) and government authorities on October 28, 2026. TUTAG committed to suspending its strike and consulting its membership, with negotiations to continue on three primary grievances: delayed post-retirement contract staff remuneration, a doctorate requirement for Assistant Lecturer promotions, and the designation of academic librarians as academic staff.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Central East Regional Police Command arrested three suspects—including a 59-year-old woman, a 24-year-old man, and a juvenile female—in connection with the murder of a 34-year-old mobile money vendor at a guest house in Kasoa. The victim was discovered by the guest house manager after the suspects failed to leave following their two-hour booking period.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Josephine Oppong-Yeboah, a Ghanaian gender and disability advocate, has called on the Ghana Health Service to expand breast cancer education and outreach programmes beyond October awareness month, particularly in rural communities, to counter myths and misconceptions that discourage early detection and delay medical care.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Takoradi MP Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah has called on the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly to adequately resource Assembly Members with funding and equipment to undertake weekly sanitation exercises in their electoral areas, arguing this would strengthen community participation in environmental management.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Nana Ekuwa Amissah V has been installed as the new Far Konkohemaa (Queen of fishmongers) of Anomabo in the Mfantseman Municipality. As Konkohemaa, she will oversee the welfare of women in the fishing community, champion their interests, and serve as a bridge between the women and traditional authorities.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A study by Africa Education Watch surveyed 200 parents across 65 public schools in 20 districts and found families continue to incur out-of-pocket expenses including admission fees (up to GHC 800), textbooks (GHC 2,950), and desks (GHC 1,000), creating a gap between the policy objective and actual experiences of parents.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Lagos State has launched the Lagos Private Health Plan Partnership and announced mandatory health insurance with a grace period until December 31, 2026, for employers, workers and residents to secure coverage before enforcement begins January 1, 2027. The initiative features 21 participating Health Maintenance Organisations and aims to expand insurance coverage and reduce the financial burden of healthcare.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Actor and MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon John Dumelo has funded scholarships for more than 40 students to pursue further studies in Russia under the John Dumelo Scholarship Scheme. The initiative is part of his broader efforts supporting education and development in his constituency, which also include funding a new senior high school and providing school supplies.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover poured libation calling on traditional deities to intervene in the demolition of structures at La Pleasure Beach, which has affected businesses and livelihoods. The act occurred during the Ga-Dangme Progressive Front's demonstration to protest the demolitions and draw attention to the impact on residents and businesses.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
The MP for Jirapa and VRA/NEDCo Board Chairman donated 1,400 mono-desks to the Jirapa Municipal Assembly as part of a pledge to provide 2,000 desks, citing poor school furniture conditions, and announced major electricity interventions for five communities in the municipality.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Professor Nana Ama Browne Klutse, CEO of the Environmental Protection Authority, has been conferred with the traditional title Lamashea Namtere Maligu-Naa (Queen Protector of the Environment) by the Lamushee Naa of Tamale, recognising her efforts in environmental protection and expected to strengthen collaboration between the EPA and traditional authorities.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Awula Serwah, Executive Director of Eco-Conscious Citizens, says Ghanaians are not expressing enough anger about illegal mining's destruction and must organize peaceful civic action and demonstrations to compel political leaders to take decisive steps against galamsey.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat has begun community engagements in galamsey-prone areas to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders, build public confidence, improve intelligence sharing and encourage collective responsibility in combating illegal mining.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Executive Director of Eco-Conscious Citizens Awula Serwah has called on the government to declare a targeted state of emergency in areas affected by illegal mining (galamsey) to protect water bodies, farmlands and forest reserves, urging immediate removal of miners and deployment of response teams with community involvement.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Awula Serwah, Executive Director of Eco-Conscious Citizens, says all necessary discussion about illegal mining has occurred and Ghana now needs decisive action rather than further debate. She called for stronger public mobilisation and peaceful activities to pressure political leaders to tackle the environmental destruction caused by galamsey.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Eco-Conscious Citizens Executive Director Awula Serwah questioned why Ghana continues to struggle containing illegal mining despite having an armed forces capable of supporting law enforcement, arguing that decisive political will from chiefs, political authority, and police commanders is needed to halt the practice.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Hundreds of residents in Nsawam-Adoagyiri benefited from a three-day free breast cancer screening exercise organized by their MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh in collaboration with Partners for Patients NGO from October 26 to 28. The programme provided screening services, breast cancer education, and professional health advice, with schools and community groups supporting the awareness activities.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Aburi Presbyterian Old Women's Association has condemned the sexual abuse and exploitation of female students at Obuasi Senior High Technical School, demanding transparency and immediate accountability from the Ghana Education Service, the Ministry of Education, and law enforcement agencies. APOWA has called for comprehensive medical examinations, psychological counseling, and investigation into how nineteen girls were allegedly violated by a single individual.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
A jealous ex-boyfriend attacked Andrews Opoku, 28, with a cutlass at Kwabenakwa in Obuasi, slashing his forehead and palm while Opoku was returning home from visiting his girlfriend. Opoku was hospitalized at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital; police are searching for the suspect who fled the scene.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
A fire outbreak destroyed a seven-bedroom house and household appliances in Tanoso, Kwadaso Municipality, Ashanti region on Wednesday around 2pm. The exact cause was unknown but eyewitnesses suspected a gas explosion; firefighters arrived and extinguished the blaze, and the victims appealed to government for support.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Dambai Circuit Court has remanded four persons into police custody in connection with disturbances at Dwabrem, WoraWora, on October 24, 2026, which involved the burning of vehicle tyres and violence amid tensions surrounding the Akwantutenten Festival. The Oti Regional Security Council has directed disputing parties to seek redress through courts and Houses of Chiefs, emphasising that the chieftaincy dispute must be resolved through lawful means.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Bishop Daniel Obinim, founder of the International God's Way Church, has set conditions for returning to his marriage, insisting his wife Florence must distance herself from people he considers his enemies and sign a bond to that effect, or he will seek a divorce.
20 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Education Service has postponed payment of teachers' promotion arrears to November 16, 2026, breaking a commitment made three weeks earlier when teacher unions suspended their nationwide strike. Only about 30,000 of approximately 56,000 affected teachers have reportedly received payments so far, leaving an estimated 26,000 still waiting.
21 hours ago · The Chronicle →
The National Identification Authority has arrested six staff members and dismissed seven others following complaints that registration officials demanded money from parents during the free Ghana Card registration exercise for children aged six to 14 in the Upper East Region. The seven dismissed staff were found to have known about the misconduct but failed to report it.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
The 1988 Year Group of St. Augustine's College returned to their alma mater in Cape Coast for a homecoming featuring health education on prostate cancer for teachers, delivered by a Clinical Pharmacist from the group, alongside donations including beds to the College.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
A truck carrying 35 containers of hydrogen peroxide caught fire and exploded at Goriyiri in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region, severely burning the driver. Ghana National Fire Service personnel responded and brought the situation under control.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Three separate fires in the Eastern Region — at Bunso, Boso and Nsawam — destroyed a generator, household items and a truck carrying goods, leaving two people injured. The incidents were attributed to electrical faults and a road accident involving an overturned truck on the Accra–Kumasi Highway.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
The National Vaccine Institute has established a state-of-the-art mRNA laboratory at the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, making Ghana one of only five African countries with this technology. The facility, to be launched by President Mahama this year, positions Ghana to develop and manufacture vaccines locally rather than relying on imports.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Breast Society of Ghana organised an awareness walk through central Accra on October 24, 2026, to promote breast cancer screening and early detection. Medical personnel and survivors conducted educational sessions at Makola Market and Kinbu, distributing leaflets and emphasising that early detection and prompt treatment improve outcomes.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Africa CDC has urged African countries to strengthen cross-border cooperation as an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus spreads beyond the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As of October 26, the outbreak had recorded 10,172 confirmed cases and 4,932 confirmed deaths across five affected countries and territories, making it the second-largest Ebola outbreak on record.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Organisers of the Retro Vibes Day Club have donated GH¢20,000 to the Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate to support breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and awareness activities in the region, as part of the club's corporate social responsibility efforts.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana recorded 13,951 new HIV infections in 2025, with women accounting for 63.8 per cent of cases, as health authorities warn that declining condom use and risky sexual behaviour are driving infections. Greater Accra recorded the highest number with 3,141 cases, and the Ghana AIDS Commission warns the country remains off track to achieve global 95-95-95 targets under its 2026–2030 National Strategic Plan.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
A fire outbreak on Sunday, October 25, completely destroyed a restaurant, make-up shop, and boutique housed in a wooden structure at Goaso in the Ahafo Region. The Ghana National Fire Service responded at 11:35 am and brought the fire under control at 12:18 pm, preventing spread to nearby properties, though the cause remains under investigation.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly is seeking €6 million to build a new engineered landfill site to address mounting sanitation challenges. The assembly's existing facility, originally scheduled for closure in 2019, now serves 14 assemblies and continues operating despite considerable operational strain, particularly during rainy seasons when waste-carrying vehicles get stuck.
19 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects—Felicia Osei Appiah, 59, Clement Opoku Yeboah, 24, and a female juvenile—in connection with the suspected murder of 34-year-old mobile money vendor Christian Amponsah at a guesthouse near Kasoa Second. The body was discovered by the guesthouse manager after the deceased and a female juvenile failed to emerge from their room, and was conveyed to the Police Hospital Mortuary for autopsy.
17 hours ago · The Chronicle →
At a National Dialogue on Civil-Security Engagement in Accra convened by Catholic Relief Services in partnership with the National Security Council Secretariat and National Peace Council, stakeholders called for stronger collaboration between communities and security agencies to prevent violent extremism. Participants from government, security agencies, civil society, traditional and religious institutions emphasised the need for a whole-of-society approach, inclusive governance, and innovative youth employment strategies.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Hundreds of protesters from La communities have petitioned President Mahama over demolitions at Laboma, Kajano and Labadi Beach, demanding compensation and government intervention to address loss of livelihoods. The demonstration, organized by the Ga-Dangme Progressive Front, included affected business owners who marched to Jubilee House to demand justice and clarity on the future of the demolished sites.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
The University of Cape Coast has rescheduled the reopening of its College of Distance Education Level 100 students from November 1 to November 23, 2026, to complete admission processes. An online orientation programme will run from November 23 to 27 for newly admitted students.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Ghana Journalists Association's Ashanti Regional Branch has secured a land waiver from Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II for a proposed Ashanti Press Centre, which will serve as a hub for professional training, collaboration, and journalism development. The branch chairman has appealed for corporate and individual support to move the project from planning to construction, acknowledging seed capital from Access Bank Ghana and Fidelity Bank Ghana.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Ghana Prisons Service Council Chairman disclosed plans to explore legal assistance for inmates, who have expressed difficulties accessing court proceedings and securing legal representation for appeals. He is in discussions with more than 100 lawyers to explore ways of providing legal support.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Thomas Karikari, associate professor at University of Pittsburgh's School of Medicine, received the Excellence in Scientific Research award at the Millennium Excellence Awards in Washington, DC, for his groundbreaking work developing a blood test for Alzheimer's dementia—a non-invasive alternative to previously available methods.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
The International Labour Organisation reports that women domestic workers worldwide earn an average of 48% of the monthly wages of other employees, with women accounting for 77.2% of domestic workers globally. An estimated 80 million people are employed as domestic workers worldwide, but 83.1% remain in informal employment without effective labour protections.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Africa recorded the largest increase in domestic workers among world regions between 2019 and 2025, up 4.2 million, according to the ILO. However, 93.3% of the continent's domestic workers remain in informal employment without effective labour and social protection.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana is at risk of missing its target to cut methane emissions from the waste sector by 30 percent by 2030, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly has warned, citing funding shortfalls and weak waste collection as obstacles.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
The International Labour Organisation reports that 66.5 million domestic workers—83.1 per cent of the global domestic workforce—remain in informal employment without effective labour and social protections, up 5.1 million since 2019. Africa recorded the largest increase in domestic workers during the period, adding 4.2 million between 2019 and 2025.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh says the €50 million La General Hospital project is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, with approximately €15 million paid so far. The minister visited the project site to assess progress and noted that construction is advancing, though he urged the contractor to accelerate work to meet the deadline.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana has awarded scholarships to 500 students and teachers for the 2026/2027 academic year through its MTN Bright Scholarship initiative, which provides tuition fees, hostel accommodation, stipends and laptops to support brilliant but financially needy individuals in STEM disciplines.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Central East Regional Police Command arrested three suspects—Felicia Osei Appiah, 59, Clement Opoku Yeboah, 24, and a female juvenile—on 27 October 2026 in connection with the murder of 34-year-old mobile money vendor Christian Amponsah at a guest house in Kasoa, Central Region. The deceased was discovered in a pool of blood in a rented room; his body has been conveyed to the Police Hospital Mortuary for autopsy.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The Central Regional Director of Health Services has called on health workers to heighten Ebola surveillance, strengthen preparedness and remain vigilant, citing the reported outbreak in Nigeria as a wake-up call for Ghana's Central Region.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Identification Authority has arrested six staff members accused of demanding money during Ghana Card registration for children at Galaka centre in the Upper East Region, and terminated seven others who were aware of the misconduct but did not report it.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has urged contractors to accelerate work on the €50 million La General Hospital project to meet its January 2028 completion deadline. He dismissed claims of payment delays and called for a review of the hospital's emergency department capacity to address bed shortages.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Sir Patrick Stewart, legendary actor known for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and roles in the "X-Men" franchises, died at 86 following a brief illness with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia. He began his career with the Royal Shakespeare Company in the 1960s and had a prolific award-winning stage and film career spanning decades.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
The guitar George Michael used in his 1987 Faith music video sold for £180,000 at auction, one of more than 30 items from the collection of his long-time personal assistant Siobhan Bailey. The sale, conducted by Sworders and totaling £238,000 excluding buyers' premium, sparked dispute after Bailey's brother objected to the auction of her cherished possessions by her estranged husband Ian Belcher, who inherited them following her 2014 death.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana will host the inaugural African Festival of Arts, Culture and Creatives (AFESTACC 2026) in Accra from December 9 to 12, organised by AUDA-NEPAD and the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts to promote the continent's cultural heritage, strengthen Pan-African collaboration and unlock economic opportunities in the creative industries.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Singer Omah Lay has postponed all Clarity Of Mind Tour dates from October 30th onwards due to a knee ligament injury, saying he will focus on recovery over the next four to six weeks.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigerian Afrobeat musician Wizkid has become the first African artist to reach 12 billion Spotify streams across all credits, including solo releases, collaborations, and guest appearances, according to music statistics account WizStatz.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Rudeboy, a former P-Square member, revealed that going solo was less stressful because he was already producing, writing, and singing most of the group's music. He maintained that P-Square's legacy in Nigerian music will never fade and noted their albums continue to perform well.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Actress and film producer Yvonne Okoro says Ghanaians overlook local film productions while readily embracing foreign content, with audiences quick to dismiss local films even when comparable foreign productions receive greater appreciation. She argues that this attitude undermines local filmmakers' ability to attract audiences and sustain their businesses.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
National Film Authority official James Gardiner has urged Ghanaian audiences to intentionally support home-grown cinema, arguing that audience backing and a strong production environment are essential to industry growth. He criticized Ghanaians for scrutinizing local productions more harshly than foreign films, saying that well-made films can reach global audiences if given proper support.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghanaian twin music duo Lali X Lola will perform at the Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave on Saturday, October 31, at Rehab Beach Club, Labadi, alongside 18 other entertainers including KiDi, King Promise, Ras Kuuku and Morgan Nero. The identical sisters, known for their Afrofusion, Afrobeats, R&B and highlife blend and award-winning breast cancer advocacy, have built their profile since launching in 2021.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Award-winning Ghanaian singer King Promise will perform at the Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave on Saturday, October 31, at Rehab Beach Club, Labadi, alongside about twenty other entertainers including KiDi, Ras Kuuku and Morgan Nero. Tickets cost GH¢100.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer KiDi is billed to perform at the Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave at Rehab Beach Club, Labadi, on Saturday, October 31, alongside 18 other entertainers. The award-winning musician will draw from his established hits and his third studio album Where Do We Go From Here, released in August 2026.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Multimedia Group's Hitz FM and Joy FM are hosting a joint beach rave on Saturday, October 31 at Rehab Beach Club, featuring 19 performers including King Promise, Ras Kuuku and Morgan Nero, with tickets selling at GH¢100.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Gospel music stars including Kofi Karikari, David Osabutey, Rev. Mary Ghansah, Ps. Emmitt Jim Konadu, Ps. Peter Gyimah, Royal Chris, Rev. Ebenezer Nyarko Ansah, and Ekow Sam will unite for a special album recording session on November 15, 2026, at ICGC Calvary Temple.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Accra Metropolitan University postponed its Dzenten Festival, initially scheduled for November 1, 2026, citing security concerns from a dispute between Tema and Nungua traditional authorities over land and Meridian Rock ownership. The University appealed to both communities to resolve the matter through dialogue while a new festival date is announced.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Content creator Kwadwo Sheldon has hailed EchoHouse Ghana for its contributions to Ghana's creator and influencer ecosystem, stating the 360 creative marketing agency has put more money into the pockets of creators and influencers than any other agency in Ghana. EchoHouse, founded over 13 years ago, has launched initiatives including Creatorthon and The Big LEAP internship programme to support creators and young professionals.
19 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Sunderland defeated Brentford 4–1 in the Carabao Cup to advance to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2022, with goals from Chemsdine Talbi, Tymur Tutierov, Malick Fofana, and Igor Thiago, despite being second best for much of the first half.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says Bruno Fernandes is "fully committed" to the club and will continue as captain after benching the Portuguese midfielder for Sunday's 3-0 loss to Bournemouth. The pair held clear-the-air talks on Tuesday following Fernandes's questioning of tactics in a 4-1 Champions League defeat by Como.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
Alexander Zverev reached the ATP world number one ranking after defeating Tallon Griekspoor 6-4 7-5 at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna, becoming the second German to achieve the feat after Boris Becker in 1991. Zverev's ascent follows a dominant 2026 season in which he won the French Open and US Open titles, winning 64 of his 80 matches.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Kylian Mbappé faced backlash on Chinese social media after joking about a meme superimposing his face on a figure resembling Mao Zedong; Chinese brands and state media responded by cutting ties, prompting his apology, though many Chinese internet users were unclear what he had said due to censorship.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Fleetwood Town beat 10-man Arsenal 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the League Cup last 16 on Tuesday at Highbury Stadium. Arsenal's Max Dowman was sent off after an altercation near the halfway line, and Fleetwood goalkeeper Lynch's crucial saves secured a quarter-final spot for the fourth-tier side.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Barcelona was fined 602 euros by the Spanish FA after Atletico Madrid complained the club approached striker Julian Alvarez without first notifying them in writing. Alvarez, whose contract with Atletico runs until June 2030, later apologised to fans for publicly expressing his desire to join Barcelona during an interview at the 2026 World Cup.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former World Cup winner Lothar Matthaeus said Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or win could help convince the Bayern Munich striker to extend his contract with the German club. Kane, 33, became the first Englishman to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001 after scoring 61 goals in 51 games for Bayern last season.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Ampem Darkoa Ladies beat Nigeria's Edo Queens in a WAFU B qualifier final replay to secure their place in the 2026 CAF Women's Champions League. After CAF nullified an earlier penalty shootout loss, Ampem Darkoa won the replay 2-1 during extra time to earn their second appearance in the continental competition.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Spain's ambassador to Ghana visited Ghana's national amputee football team, the Black Challenge, ahead of the 2026 Amputee Football World Cup in Mexico, offering encouragement and emphasizing the importance of promoting disability rights through sport. Ghana has been drawn in Group D alongside Colombia, Angola and Iraq.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association has activated $500,000 from its GoldFields sponsorship agreement to support the Black Challenge, Ghana's National Amputee Football Team, as preparations intensify for the 2026 Amputee Football World Cup. The funding will cover accommodation, feeding, flights and allowances.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Black Stars forward Fatawu Issahaku has received the Community Impact Award at the Best of Africa Awards in London, recognizing his contributions to philanthropic initiatives and community development beyond football.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-15 Boys team was eliminated from the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan after losing 7-6 on penalties to Paraguay in the quarter-finals, despite an impressive run that included topping their group and winning seven consecutive matches.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Jessica Appiah was named Player of the Match as Ghana defeated Argentina 5-4 on penalties in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with Appiah scoring early and converting the winning penalty to send Ghana into the quarter-finals.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 women's football team beat Argentina 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to reach the quarterfinals of the U-17 Women's World Cup. Head coach Nana Joe Adarkwa expressed confidence in his side's ability to advance further, though Ghana will be without Hajara Adams, who was sent off in the match.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
FC AshantiGold has dismissed head coach Abdul Karim Kabutey Zito and his two assistants following inconsistent performances and reported disagreements within the technical team. The club, which returned to the Ghana Premier League this season under Zito's guidance, cited poor away form and strained relations among coaching staff as reasons for the decision.
23 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Football Association has distributed 3,000 footballs to Colts clubs across all ten Regional Football Associations, fulfilling President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku's pledge of 10 footballs per active Colts club to support grassroots football development ahead of the 2026/27 Regional Colts Football Season.
23 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The 24th Accra Senior Open Tennis Tournament, organised by the Accra Lawn Tennis Club, will take place from November 23 to December 5, 2026, with registration closing November 20. The event features multiple categories for professional and amateur players across singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, with entry fees of GH¢150 for singles and GH¢200 for doubles.
23 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Deni Avdija recorded 23 points and nine assists and Ja Morant also scored 23 points to help the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Los Angeles Lakers 136-129. Portland won its third straight game to open the season on Tuesday night, with Jrue Holiday adding 22 points off the bench and Damian Lillard contributing 21 points.
23 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U-15 boys team will play Brazil in the Tier A Ranking Play-Offs (5th to 8th position) of the FIFA U-15 World Cup after losing 7-6 on penalties to Paraguay in the quarter-finals on October 28, 2026. Ghana has won seven of eight games in the tournament, scoring 36 goals.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-15 team defeated Korea Republic 2-1 in the Round of 32 of the FIFA U-15 World Cup in Azerbaijan on October 28, with goals from Abdul Aziz Issah and an own goal securing advancement to the last 16. The win extended Ghana's unbeaten run to six matches at the tournament.
19 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Arsenal will appeal against 16-year-old Max Dowman's red card following their shock Carabao Cup defeat to League Two side Fleetwood Town on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Dowman was sent off in the 85th minute for a kick out, and the club hopes to have a decision on the appeal before their Premier League match against Liverpool on Sunday.
19 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Football Association has outlined progress under its current Women's Strategy, including school engagement programmes, increased female coaching licences, expansion of the Women's Premier League to 20 clubs, and launch of a U15 Regional Girls Colts League across all ten football regions. The association is developing a new strategy and commercial framework to attract sponsors and raise the league's visibility.
19 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes held private talks at the club's training ground on Tuesday to air issues. Fernandes, 32, was an unused substitute during United's 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Sunday after criticising Carrick's tactics following a 4-1 Champions League loss to Como.
19 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Green Africa Youth Organization and Accra Metropolitan Assembly held a roundtable to secure government and funder commitment to Accra's plan to cut methane emissions from waste by at least 30 percent by 2030, primarily through converting organic waste into compost and biogas rather than landfill disposal.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Israeli opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot and Arab-led party leaders have denounced Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleging foreign interference following an election in which his coalition lost its parliamentary majority. Arab party lists won a record 19 seats in the 120-seat Knesset, positioning them as potential kingmakers, while Netanyahu's bloc secured 53 seats and Eisenkot's bloc 48.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Philippine police have obtained a court warrant to examine devices and materials seized from the former home of Thomas Markle Sr., father of the Duchess of Sussex, following reports that hundreds of images of child sexual abuse allegedly belonging to him were found at the property. Thomas Markle Sr., now in the US, has denied the allegations.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Algeria's national carrier Air Algérie has resumed direct flights to Tripoli after a nearly 12-year suspension, initially operating two flights per week. The resumption follows a UN lifting of airspace restrictions imposed during Libya's 2014 civil war, though the political crisis persists.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
At the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, President Putin told African leaders from 48 countries that Russia was their best partner, accusing the West of exploiting African resources and using debt to hold back development. The summit is part of Moscow's strategy to expand political, economic, and military influence in Africa while countering Western pressure over Russia's war in Ukraine.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Major airline groups have asked the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to reconsider new requirements for all US-bound travellers to attest they have not been in the Democratic Republic of Congo in the prior 21 days, saying the rules taking effect November 3 are unworkable and give insufficient time for airlines to modify procedures.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazilian Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, who landed in Miami after losing the presidential election, said he did not flee Brazil but left "for the sake of Brazil." The US granted him and his family visas after Brazil cancelled his passports as part of a criminal investigation, which Bolsonaro denies.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has pledged to rally support among BRICS founding members for Ghana's application to join as a partner country, according to Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The bid was approved by Ghana's Cabinet on October 6, 2026, as part of the government's effort to strengthen ties with emerging economies while maintaining a non-aligned foreign policy.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An articulated truck carrying a 20-foot container overturned onto a Toyota Hiace minibus on Alaro City Bridge along the Ibeju-Lekki Expressway in Lagos early Wednesday after the truck lost control while ascending at high speed. Four adult males were killed and sixteen others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nigeria's Senate called for an urgent security offensive in border communities across Taraba, Plateau and Bauchi States following reported killings of about 80 people by armed bandits in Binnari, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State. Lawmakers urged security agencies to establish additional camps and intensify surveillance, and called for relief materials to be provided to affected communities.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Rescuers searched through wreckage on Thursday after a high-speed train crash in central Spain's Toledo province claimed 69 lives. The collision was Spain's second fatal high-speed train crash this year and prompted train drivers to strike for railway safety investment.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Three French nationals were sentenced to life in prison in Iraq for belonging to Islamic State, among 47 French suspects transferred from detention facilities in northeast Syria to Iraq last year. On Tuesday, six other French nationals from the same group were sentenced to life in prison and a seventh to 15 years.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
President Mahama has called for a lasting resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, welcoming Russian President Putin's openness to resuming trilateral peace talks. Speaking at the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, Mahama stressed the need for sustained diplomatic engagement to resolve conflicts and secure lasting peace.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Seventeen prisoners escaped from a Tamil Nadu prison after one feigned a medical emergency and overpowered guards; all were recaptured within 36 hours. The incident has exposed overcrowding at the facility, which housed 334 inmates against a capacity of 200, and prompted the suspension of nine staff members.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
El Salvador has deployed more than 2,000 soldiers to Haiti to retrieve four nationals who went missing nearly two weeks ago and to assist security efforts against gangs. The four air force technicians with a UN-backed anti-gang organisation were ambushed in an area controlled by armed groups, and Haiti handed over four bodies claiming they matched the missing servicemen, but President Bukele rejected them as not matching the missing soldiers.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Gambian government and Zoomlion Ghana Limited have officially signed a concession agreement and begun construction of The Gambia Integrated Waste Treatment Facilities. The project aims to improve local sanitation, create employment for local youth and women, and convert community waste into agricultural and industrial resources.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
An economist at the University of Ghana Business School says a partnership with BRICS could expand trade and investment opportunities, but Ghana must develop a clear national strategy and strengthen indigenous businesses to translate such engagements into economic gains. He cautioned that joining international blocs alone will not automatically transform the economy; the country's progress depends largely on its own policies and commitment to local enterprise.
23 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change has called for increased financing, technology transfer and capacity-building to help African countries implement climate empowerment commitments. The AGN Chair said meaningful results require people and institutions to have the knowledge, skills and resources to translate climate agreements into practical action, and noted barriers including lack of accessible climate information and constraints facing implementing institutions.
21 hours ago · The Chronicle →
US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. has announced plans to allow compounding pharmacies to prepare six unapproved peptides, which have not been approved by the FDA. The draft was announced in the Federal Register and will undergo a two-week public comment period after official publication.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana and Poland have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with discussions focusing on trade, investment, industrial development, technology, education and security. The meeting, held between Ghana's Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Poland's Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs in Accra on October 29, 2026, provided an opportunity to review longstanding ties and identify areas for deeper cooperation.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Vice-President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang attended the 2026 Global South Academic Forum in Shanghai (15–19 October), where she called for stronger South-South cooperation, multilateralism and reform of the global financial architecture to end debt traps, and urged Chinese investors to establish factories in Ghana for industrialization and AfCFTA market access.
13 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced Russia's strong support for Ghana's application to join BRICS as a partner country and pledged to rally founding BRICS members for consensus support. Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who is in Russia with President John Dramani Mahama for the Russia-Africa Summit, expressed appreciation for the backing.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa concluded talks with Canadian Secretary of State for International Development Randeep Sarai, yielding agreements on youth labour mobility and skills development in digital literacy, energy transition, and vocational training; enhanced peacekeeping collaboration; Canadian technical support for a Women's Development Bank; and cooperation on sustainable mining and environmental protection.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
At an October 2026 women's event, broadcaster Serwaa Amihere advised young women against buying counterfeit designer items and to shop affordably instead. A communication lecturer analyses how her framing—suggesting a fake designer bag could affect workplace credibility—shifted the message from financial prudence to judgement based on possessions.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The continent has excelled at expressing Pan-African unity in speeches and communiqués since the 1963 Addis Ababa summit, but individual nations have failed to align borders, budgets, boardrooms and attitudes to reflect genuine continental cooperation.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that plant breeding is a strategic investment in agricultural transformation and economic development rather than merely a budget expense, citing the Crop Development Centre in Saskatchewan as an example that has generated $17.8 billion in gross farm output since 1971 and contributed $1.2 billion to Western Canada's GDP.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chronicle editorial warns that Ebola's spread to Kenya and Nigeria should prompt Ghana to bolster surveillance, early detection, and emergency preparedness, despite no confirmed cases locally. With no vaccine or approved treatment for the Bundibugyo virus strain causing the outbreak, the editorial says Ghana's readiness must extend beyond airport screening.
21 hours ago · The Chronicle →
A CEO's lasting legacy is measured by the strength of the institution, leaders developed, culture established, and organizational performance beyond the current leader's tenure, requiring decisions that serve long-term interests and robust succession planning.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that while public concern about Electoral Commission appointments is understandable, excessive political suspicion overstates the institution's power relative to the actual electorate. The author contends that discerning voters ultimately decide elections, not commissioners appointed by the sitting President.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
A Joy Online analysis argues that Ghana's political divisions and partisan loyalty have made citizens tolerant of poor governance and less willing to demand accountability, comparing the phenomenon to Marx's metaphor of religion as "opium of the masses"—a distraction from underlying suffering rather than a solution to it.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →