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Business & Financial Times
… At a high-level roundtable in Accra convened by the Ghana Association of Microfinance Companies (GAMC), operators, consultants and academics cautioned that while the regulatory overhaul is well-intentioned, its current configuration could generate unintended consequences which un …
Microfinance operators seek further BoG engagements on reformsJoy Online
… As a result, he proposed that the anniversary activities should not be limited to Accra but extended to regional capitals “so that the citizenry will also feel that they are part of it.” Speaking to current governance challenges, the Speaker backed proposals for greater accountab …
Speaker Bagbin calls for closer Parliament-Judiciary ties as Supreme Court marks 150 yearsJoy Online
… Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogue in Accra on Thursday, President Mahama said the changing global landscape, characterised by geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, climate change and technological disruption, made strong international partne …
Mahama calls for new Ghana-EU partnership driven by trade, investment and industrialisationJoy Online
… A statement issued in Accra said the event was being organised by the GHFA Global Investment Forum Initiative in collaboration with Strategic Communications Africa Limited (Stratcomm Africa) and Kwakaf International, a Toronto-based business events agency. …
Ghana-Canada investment forum to deepen economic cooperationBusiness & Financial Times
… In a post-event interview with B&FT at the ‘Great Conversation’ leadership engagement session held in Accra, Mr. …
Procurement reforms critical to accountability and economic growthBusiness & Financial Times
… Government officials and industry leaders meeting in Accra argued that natural gas remains critical to the region’s industrialisation agenda, energy security strategy and efforts to improve economic competitiveness, but cautioned infrastructure expansion must be matched by strong …
Investment, payment security key to regional gas expansionBusiness & Financial Times
… to the 2026 FIFA World Cup enters its final stretch, Achimota Retail Centre (ARC) is gearing up to turn football fever into an unforgettable experience for Ghanaian fans, bringing the excitement, drama and unity of the world’s biggest sporting event directly to the heart of Accra …
Achimota Mall is the 2026 World Cup StadiumJoy Online
The Gender-Based Violence Court at the Police Headquarters in Accra has given the prosecution a final opportunity to file disclosure documents in the Mamprobi Hospital baby theft case. …
Court gives prosecution final chance in Mamprobi Hospital baby theft case to file disclosuresJoy Online
Road users in parts of Accra’s Avenor and North Industrial Area are raising concerns over what they describe as the growing encroachment on road space, a situation they say is affecting traffic flow and putting lives at risk. …
Motorists and pedestrians decry worsening encroachment on roads and pavements in AvenorJoy Online
An Accra Circuit Court has remanded into lawful custody a driver accused of GH¢750,000 from a lawyer’s office. …
Driver remanded for breaking into lawyer’s chambers and stealing GH¢750,000The first and second batches of this year's hajj pilgrims have arrived at Tamale International Airport. Seven Tamale flights will run through June 24, 2026, followed by nine Accra flights from June 18 to June 24.
First hajj pilgrimage batches arrive at Tamale airport ahead of seven scheduled flights through June 24, marking the start of Ghana's 2026 hajj season.
26 min ago · Daily Guide →
The first and second batches of this year's hajj pilgrims have arrived at Tamale International Airport. Seven Tamale flights will run through June 24, 2026, followed by nine Accra flights from June 18 to June 24.
26 min ago · Daily Guide →
The US Embassy in Ghana hosted a grand reception in Accra celebrating 250 years of American independence and US-Ghana relations, including remarks from the Chargé d'Affaires recalling the founding declaration and noting that the US was present when Ghana gained independence in 1957.
27 min ago · Daily Guide →
Shareholders of Mobile Money Fintech Limited approved a dividend of GH¢0.03 per share for the first quarter of 2026 at an Extraordinary General Meeting in Accra. The company has moved from semi-annual to quarterly dividend payments, reflecting improved performance.
40 min ago · Daily Guide →
The Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters announced that the 3rd Ghana International Horticulture Expo, originally scheduled for June 11–13, 2026, has been postponed to September 3–5, 2026. The decision followed consultations with stakeholders and was made to avoid conflicts with major national programmes, international business engagements, and global sporting activities that would have affected participation during the original dates.
43 min ago · Daily Guide →
The microfinance industry is urging the Bank of Ghana to reconsider its revised capital framework, including minimum capital thresholds and implementation timeline, citing concerns that the current design could undermine financial inclusion and distort market structure, despite broad endorsement of the reform direction.
2 hours ago · Business & Financial Times →
The 155-hectare Ashaiman Irrigation Scheme in Greater Accra is under pressure from unauthorised developments, with only about 36 per cent currently in use. Kojo Akoto Boateng warns that encroachment on the catchment area by developments like Santo and East Legon Hills threatens the scheme's original purpose of supplying vegetables to Accra and Tema.
2 hours ago · Joy Online →
Jolanda Castagna, Chief Executive of Akka Kappa Ghana, received the Best CEO of the Year award in the Real Estate Brokerage category at the 10th CEO Summit. The recognition acknowledges her leadership of a full-service real estate firm that has built its reputation over more than a decade in Ghana's property market.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
Political analyst Dr Arthur Kobina Kennedy has described Ghana's inability to address recurring flooding as evidence of a deeper crisis in democratic governance, arguing that successive governments have failed to translate promises into practical solutions to problems that threaten lives and livelihoods.
3 hours ago · The Chronicle →
The Assembly Member for Ngleshie Amanfro in Ga South Municipality says operators of an illegal waste disposal site along the Densu and Weija rivers are being prosecuted in court, following coordinated enforcement efforts by the municipality after initial dialogue and warnings proved ineffective.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
GOIL PLC posted a strong 2025 performance with net profit after tax rising 7.05 per cent to GH¢90.67 million, although revenue declined from GH¢20.36 billion in 2024 to GH¢18.55 billion in 2025 due to market conditions and crude oil price volatility. The Company achieved improved profitability through cost optimisation and operational efficiency.
4 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Angela List, founder and CEO of Nguvu Mining Limited, has been elected First Vice President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines at its annual general meeting in Accra. List pledged to draw on her 25 years of mining industry experience to help maximise the country's mineral wealth and promote greater female participation in the sector.
5 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The Centre for National Culture in Greater Accra has started its annual Student Drama Festival, bringing together senior high schools from the region to perform "Verdict of the Cobra" by Dr. Mohammed Ben Abdallah. The week-long competition aims to identify the best drama club to represent Greater Accra at the national level.
5 hours ago · The Chronicle →
The Italian Trade Agency, in collaboration with BolognaFiere and Accadueo, will host a two-day Italy-Ghana Water Technology workshop in Accra on July 8–9, 2026, bringing leading Italian water treatment, wastewater management, and filtration firms to showcase innovations and foster business partnerships with Ghanaian stakeholders.
5 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Jamila International Women's Forum held in Accra urged women to take leadership roles in governance, business, and social transformation. Traditional authorities and government officials said gender equality is a prerequisite for economic resilience and nation-building.
5 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Two people died in a collision between a Hyundai Mighty truck and a Bajaj rickshaw at the Civic Centre traffic lights in Ho on Saturday, June 13. Several others were injured and are receiving treatment at Ho Municipal Hospital and Ho Teaching Hospital.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
The United States deported an Iranian pro-democracy activist to the Central African Republic, according to her lawyer, who described the transfer as "super dangerous" because the activist has no connection to the country. The Iranian American Legal Defence Fund had warned that three Iranian women fleeing persecution faced deportation risk.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana and the EU have pledged closer collaboration to help exporters comply with evolving market access requirements, with Ghana's GIPC chief raising concerns about frequent changes to EU regulations including the Deforestation Regulation and sanitary standards. The Foreign Affairs Minister proposed developing a local assessment mechanism to ensure exports meet EU requirements before shipment, and participants agreed on sustained dialogue and technical cooperation to strengthen trade.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
Accra-based composer and rapper 6ixty has released _The Redman EP_, a 7-track project entirely written, arranged, and produced by himself, following his 2019 debut _Nyamekye_ EP.
18 hours ago · Business & Financial Times →
An unauthorised refuse landfill site containing municipal, industrial, and e-waste with heavy metals was washed into Weija Lake during Wednesday's floods, posing a threat to about 80% of Accra residents who depend on the lake for drinking water supplied by Ghana Water Company Limited.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission is seeking closer collaboration with the Ghana Journalists Association to strengthen public education against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking, particularly among young people. The partnership was discussed during a courtesy visit ahead of this year's World Drug Day celebration.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Motorists and pedestrians on the Achimota Forest stretch in Accra are alarmed by non-functioning streetlights that plunge large sections into darkness at night, creating safety hazards including poor visibility, difficulty spotting pedestrians and obstacles, and increased risk of crime such as robbery.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
The 2026 Apostolic Visitation of Assemblies of God, Ghana, commenced at Cedar Mountain Chapel in East Legon with pastors, retirees, and widows in attendance. General Superintendent Rev. Stephen Wengam led a three-and-a-half-hour prayer session and encouraged pastors to remain diligent while avoiding grumbling and anxiety.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Environmental advocates argue that Ghana's floods stem primarily from human behaviour, poor waste management and weak environmental consciousness rather than rainfall alone. They contend that indiscriminate waste disposal, poor sanitation habits and dependence on single-use plastics have turned manageable rainfall events into annual disasters.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The KGL Foundation has completed an extensive renovation of the Out-Patient Department at Accra Psychiatric Hospital, featuring enhanced safety measures, modernised consulting rooms, and a patient-friendly layout. The foundation's CEO stated the project aims to spark lasting change and inspire private sector investment in mental health.
14 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Nigeria's team "Error" won the 4th ECOWAS Regional Cybersecurity Hackathon 2026, organised by the ECOWAS Commission and Ghana's Cyber Security Authority in Accra, securing the $10,000 grand prize. The four-day event brought together cybersecurity professionals from 12 ECOWAS member states who developed solutions to regional cybersecurity challenges including ransomware, phishing, and fraud.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Association of Ghana Industries and the Confederation of Danish Industries have launched the Sustainable African Value Chain Initiative (SAVI) to help Ghanaian businesses integrate sustainability principles into their operations and value chains through capacity-building, technical assistance, and peer learning.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is rallying ECOWAS countries behind a "mine together, process together" campaign to add value to West Africa's mineral wealth through industrialisation and increased continental trade. Ghana's Trade Minister called for factory construction, integrated standards, and transport infrastructure to enable jobs and value addition rather than exporting raw minerals.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Policymakers, development practitioners, and government officials gathered at the World Bank Country Office in Accra on 10 June 2026 for the launch of "Political Economy of Institutionalising Monitoring & Evaluation Practice in Africa: 21st Century Perspectives," a book by Professor Kwaku Appiah-Adu and Andrew Osei Asibey that explores how M&E systems can strengthen governance and evidence-based policymaking across Africa.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A female patient admitted to 37 Military Hospital in Accra following a road traffic accident at Lapaz on May 15, 2026, remains unidentified and unclaimed. The hospital is appealing to the public for information to help identify the woman or locate her relatives.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A suspected armed robber, identified as 'Mugu' by residents, died from a gunshot wound following a taxi hijacking near La Girls' School in Accra on Saturday, June 13. The suspect allegedly attacked a taxi driver, fired a gunshot, and stole a Daewoo Matiz taxi before the stolen vehicle crashed; police are investigating the circumstances of the suspect's death.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →