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Ghana AIDS Commission

Ghana AIDS Commission — government body coordinating national HIV prevention, treatment, and awareness initiatives, currently addressing ARV shortages and elevated HIV prevalence among vulnerable populations.

2026-05-042026-07-15

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    New HIV infections have increased in Bono, with the region recording 1,145 cases from January to May 2026, the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has said.

    Over 1,000 persons acquire new HIV infections in Bono within five months – GAC
  3. Joy Online

    Mr Ahmed Ibrahim Bambilla, the Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regional Coordinator of the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC), has bemoaned the rapid spread of new HIV infections in the gay community in the Bono Region.

    Spike in homosexual HIV infections sparks grave concern from Ghana AIDS Commission
  4. Joy Online

    Fresh antiretroviral (ARV) supplies are expected to arrive in the country within the next three to four weeks, as the Ghana AIDS Commission moves to directly address growing concerns over medication stockouts.

    Ghana AIDS Commission confirms ARV stock challenges, expects new supplies in three weeks
  5. Joy Online

    The Ghana AIDS Commission says it has not received confirmation that any applicant was wrongfully rejected by the security services solely on the basis of their HIV status during the recent recruitment exercise.

    No confirmation security services wrongfully rejected suspected HIV-positive recruits – AIDS Commission
  6. Joy Online

    The Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has moved to clarify public discussion around HIV testing during the recent security services recruitment exercise, following media reports about the number of applicants who reportedly recorded reactive HIV test results.

    Ghana AIDS Commission clarifies HIV results in security recruitment, says reactive tests do not confirm infection
  7. Joy Online

    The Ghana AIDS Commission has raised concerns that disqualifying applicants from employment based on their HIV status could amount to a breach of the Ghana AIDS Commission Act, 2016 (Act 938).

    Security recruitment: HIV status alone cannot disqualify applicants – Ghana AIDS Commission
  8. May 2026
  9. Joy Online

    For this reason, CELPI Africa calls on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Health, the Ghana Health Service, the Ghana AIDS Commission, the National Commission for Civic Education, and other relevant agencies to collaborate in establishing a comprehensive reintegrati

    Medical screening and psychological support should be part of Ghana’s reintegration protocol for returnees from SA
  10. Business & Financial Times

    Signatures’ 2025 annual report, held at the organisation’s premises at Gumani in Northern Region The 2025 Annual Report – titled ‘A Defining Year of Resilience, Innovation and People-Centred Action’, brought together security personnel, Ghana Health Service, Ghana AIDS Commission

    Savana Signatures commended for empowering girls, women and youth
  11. Joy Online

    The Ho West District Assembly has inaugurated a nine-member District HIV/AIDS Committee under the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) to coordinate and strengthen efforts at combating HIV/AIDS within the district.

    Ho West District inaugurates HIV/AIDS committee
  12. Joy Online

    The Ghana AIDS Commission has said that condom use remains a central part of the country’s HIV prevention strategy, describing it as a low-cost and effective tool for reducing infection and preventing unintended pregnancies.

    Condom use remains key to HIV prevention in Ghana – AIDS Commission

Yesterday

  1. Ghana's Bono region records 1,145 new HIV infections in five months

    The Ghana AIDS Commission reported 1,145 new HIV infections in Bono from January to May 2026, with the virus spreading among vulnerable populations. The GAC is distributing Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to help contain the spread, and officials are advising consistent treatment adherence and safer practices.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 11 July

  1. Ghana AIDS Commission alarmed by 26% HIV prevalence among gay men

    The regional coordinator of the Ghana AIDS Commission warned of a spike in HIV infections among homosexuals in the Bono Region, where prevalence stands at 26 per cent. The commission is distributing Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to vulnerable populations and notes that Ghana has achieved 89 per cent viral suppression through consistent medication use.

    11 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 9 July

  1. Ghana AIDS Commission acknowledges ARV stock shortages nationwide

    Ghana AIDS Commission's Director of Technical Services confirmed that antiretroviral medication stock levels at the Central Medical Store and regional stores have fallen below desired thresholds, though shortfalls vary by region. Fresh ARV supplies are expected to arrive within three to four weeks to prevent stockouts and ensure continuity of care.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 8 July

  1. AIDS Commission says no confirmation of wrongful HIV-based rejections

    The Ghana AIDS Commission states it has not received confirmation that security services wrongfully rejected applicants solely because of HIV status during recent recruitment, and is investigating claims with the agencies involved. The Commission notes that of more than 100,000 applicants who underwent medical assessments, about 1,300 tested positive in initial HIV screening, but cautioned that initial screening results do not automatically confirm HIV status.

    8 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana AIDS Commission clarifies reactive HIV tests in security recruitment

    The Ghana AIDS Commission issued a statement clarifying that reactive HIV test results recorded during security services recruitment do not confirm infection. About 1,300 of roughly 100,000 applicants recorded reactive results, representing approximately 1.3 per cent and broadly in line with Ghana's national HIV prevalence, the Commission said.

    8 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. HIV status alone cannot disqualify employment applicants Ghana AIDS Commission

    The Ghana AIDS Commission stated that HIV status cannot be used to deny employment except in limited circumstances where the position requires specific health conditions. The statement follows concerns that applicants in a security recruitment process were disqualified after testing HIV positive, with the Interior Minister noting about 1,300 applicants tested positive during mandatory medical screening.

    8 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 29 May

  1. Ghana should include health screening in returnee reintegration

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's reintegration framework for citizens evacuated from South Africa following xenophobic attacks should incorporate comprehensive medical screening and psychosocial support, extending assistance beyond transportation and settlement to include health and mental wellness interventions.

    29 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 21 May

  1. NGO Savana Signatures commended for empowering women and youth

    Savana Signatures, a Tamale-based NGO, has been commended for empowering girls, women and youth while fostering community-led development across Ghana, reducing unemployment, and promoting social accountability through initiatives including the Transport Sector Improvement Project and 'Your Voice 4 Matter'.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Ho West District inaugurates nine-member HIV/AIDS committee

    The Ho West District Assembly has inaugurated a nine-member District HIV/AIDS Committee under the Ghana AIDS Commission to coordinate and strengthen efforts at combating HIV/AIDS. The committee, chaired by the District Chief Executive, comprises representatives from health, education, religious, traditional and civil society sectors and is expected to spearhead advocacy, education, prevention and support programmes.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 4 May

  1. Ghana AIDS Commission reaffirms condoms as central HIV prevention tool

    The Ghana AIDS Commission has stated that condom use remains a key part of the country's HIV prevention strategy, describing them as a low-cost and effective tool for reducing HIV and STI infection and preventing unintended pregnancies.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

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