Also known as: GAF
Ghana Armed Forces — security and defense organization participating in rescue operations, inter-agency sports competitions, and military infrastructure projects.
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… Mr Adorye also called for increased use of helicopters belonging to the Ghana Armed Forces for continuous aerial surveillance of mining areas, arguing that such resources should be actively deployed rather than reserved mainly for official transport duties. …
Hopeson Adorye calls for one-year ban on small-scale mining to combat galamseyJoy Online
The Chief of Akwamu-Adumasa, Nana Ansah Kwao IV, has called for urgent national action to address the poor housing conditions confronting personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). …
Nana Ansah Kwao IV calls for urgent national action on military housing deficitThe Chronicle
… We, therefore, commend the efforts of the Ghana Police Service, the Narcotics Control Commission and the Ghana Armed Forces in combating the menace. …
Editorial: Mental Health Crisis Demands Urgent National ActionJoy Online
… The Chief of Naval Staff commended the Ghana Armed Forces and the Ghana Navy for their vigilance and readiness in protecting Ghana’s territorial waters. …
Gulf of Guinea security demands collective action – Defence MinistryJoy Online
A Medical Readiness Exercise (MEDREX) ran from April 20 to May 8, in Accra, bringing together approximately 25 U.S. service members and Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) medical professionals at the 37th Military Hospital, as part of African Lion 26. …
U.S. Embassy and Ghana Armed Forces conclude medical readiness exerciseThe Ghanaian Times
Engineers from the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have cleared 17.75 kilometres of land to pave the way for the construction of the 175.6-kilometre Accra–Kumasi Expressway project. …
GAF clears 17.75km for Accra–Kumasi Expressway projectJoy Online
… The union is calling on the Ministries of the Interior and Defence, the Ghana Armed Forces, the Police Service, and the Western Regional Coordinating Council to launch a full investigation into the incident and ensure those responsible are held accountable. …
GNAT demands probe into alleged assault on teachers by soldiersJoy Online
The Ghana Armed Forces has begun early works on the long-awaited Accra–Kumasi Expressway, clearing nearly 18 kilometres of dense vegetation as part of initial preparations for the 175.6-kilometre right-of-way. …
Gov’t fast-tracks Accra–Kumasi expressway with military-led groundworkJoy Online
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has taken a step to strengthen its operational capacity with the commissioning of a new dog kennel facility at the Volta Barracks in Ho. …
GAF commissions K9 facility at Volta Barracks to strengthen counter-terror and detection operationsDaily Guide
… The convoy was travelling from Bawku towards Bolga when unidentified assailants opened fire on it multiple times, the Ghana Armed Forces said in a statement. …
Ten Die In Binduri Convoy AttackA 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 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 →
Six persons have been arrested following a joint security operation at the China Mall project site in Koforidua, where developers had allegedly resumed construction despite a stop-work order from the Eastern Regional Security Council. The site has been declared a restricted security zone due to concerns about the project's impact on drainage systems and flooding.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U.S. Embassy marked the 250th anniversary of American independence with a gathering of government officials, clergy, business leaders, and diplomatic staff. The Chargé d'Affaires highlighted the deepening partnership between Ghana and the United States across health, education, science, economy, and technology.
12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Phoenix Insurance Company Limited has donated 10 high-end desktop computers valued at GH₵95,000 and accessories worth GH₵11,000 to the Surgical Department of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital to support healthcare delivery, teaching and research activities. The company's Managing Director said the donation marks the beginning of a broader partnership with the hospital.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The 500-bed Military Hospital project at Afari in the Ashanti Region, initiated in March 2014 and valued at $180 million, is approximately 60 per cent complete after more than a decade, with civil and architectural works largely advanced but biomedical and mechanical installations at only 5 per cent completion. The Deputy Minister for Defence attributed delays to mismanagement and administrative bottlenecks, and disclosed that the contractor is demanding outstanding payments of $7 million under one claim and $78 million under another before returning to the site.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Minister for Defence disclosed that the Afari Military Hospital project in the Ashanti Region remains incomplete 12 years after construction began in March 2014, with the contractor now demanding $85 million in outstanding claims before returning to site. The $180 million project, originally scheduled for completion in 2018, has been delayed due to financial disputes, theft, and administrative challenges.
11 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Leather and Footwear Manufacturers Association says more than 70 percent of footwear sold domestically between 2024 and 2025 was imported from China, with imports worth over US$40 million while local exports remained below US$1 million. The association alleges that cheap imports have wiped out over 30 percent of market share for locally made footwear over the past decade and forced many producers out of business, and accuses some importers of exploiting customs loopholes by declaring finished products as rubber waste to evade higher duties.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Municipal Chief Executive for Atwima Nwabiagya has denied allegations that he prevented Minority MPs from visiting Afari Military Hospital or threatened staff, stating the facility is a military installation governed by military access procedures.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama met South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in March 2026 to reaffirm ties and broaden cooperation in defence and the arms industry, with Ghana seeking to modernise its military capabilities amid regional security threats from extremism, terrorism, piracy, and kidnappings.
10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
South Korea has emerged as a strategic anchor for Ghana's security and defence technology development, with President Mahama meeting South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in March 2026 to broaden cooperation in defence and the arms industry as the West African region faces intensifying security threats from extremism and piracy.
10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
A concerned citizen writes to President Mahama highlighting healthcare challenges in Adaklu District, which lacks a hospital despite having 19 health facilities. The district's five sub-districts are served by seven health centres and twelve CHPS compounds, forcing critical cases to be referred outside the district, with some patients reportedly dying during transport.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Week 3 of the Salpholda Hockey League A featured high-scoring men's and women's matches, including Ghana Armed Forces defeating University of Ghana 11–0. The article text cuts off mid-sentence describing the top-of-the-table clash between Reformers and Hockey is the Reason, both with six points each, but the outcome cannot be fully verified from the provided excerpt.
9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Immigration Service won the male football competition and the Ghana Police Service claimed victory in the female category at the 2026 Inter-Security Football Gala held at the University of Ghana Stadium. The one-day tournament, hosted by the Ghana Armed Forces, aimed to promote unity and teamwork among security services and served as a precursor to the Security Services Sports Association Games slated for September in Accra.
9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Elizabeth Donkor, a trader and mother of four in her 40s, has been identified as one of two casualties in Sunday's three-storey building collapse at the North Industrial Area in Avenor, Accra. Two other occupants were rescued in critical condition and sent to hospital.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A multi-storey building under construction collapsed in Accra's North Industrial Area at about 4:25 a.m. on Sunday, June 7, trapping several people beneath debris. As of Monday morning, three deaths had been confirmed, several people were pulled from the rubble and transported for treatment, and rescue teams continued searching for others who may still be trapped.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A structure in Avenor's North Industrial Area collapsed on Sunday morning, killing at least two people and injuring several others. Emergency teams rescued three people from the rubble, and rescue efforts were ongoing as authorities called for stricter adherence to building regulations and safety standards.
8 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
An engineer investigating the Sunday collapse of a three-storey building at Avenor in North Kaneshie says the structure appears to have been constructed without a building permit from the Accra Metropolitan Assembly. The collapse killed two people and left two others hospitalised; the engineer cautioned that investigations are still preliminary and samples are being tested to determine the actual cause.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang visited a collapsed four-storey building at Avenor Industrial Area in Accra where two persons are believed trapped, calling on Ghanaians to abide by the law and act responsibly to prevent avoidable disasters. She stressed the importance of accountability in the construction sector and strict compliance with building regulations.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A building under construction collapsed in Accra's North Industrial Area, killing two people and injuring one who is receiving treatment at Ridge Hospital. Rescue teams from multiple agencies are working to clear rubble and search for possible survivors.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A building collapsed in Accra's North Industrial Area on June 7 at about 4:25 a.m., killing two people and leaving one injured receiving treatment at Ridge Hospital. Emergency responders from the Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Police Service, and Ghana Armed Forces continue search-and-rescue operations using specialized equipment and heavy machinery.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A building collapsed at the North Industrial Area in Accra on Sunday morning, June 7, killing one person and injuring two others; three people were rescued from the rubble, with emergency responders from the Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Police Service, and Ghana Armed Forces continuing search operations.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Following a building collapse at Avenor in Accra that killed one person, Melcom Limited clarified that the structure does not belong to or is associated with the company, though it is located near Ashfoam and Melcom Plus.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Vice President visited the collapsed building site in the North Industrial Area in Greater Accra, where emergency teams are continuing rescue and recovery operations. She was briefed by officials from the Ghana National Fire Service, NADMO, Ghana Police Service, and Ghana Armed Forces, and toured the debris field, commending rescue personnel working under challenging conditions.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A building collapsed at North Industrial Area around 4:25 a.m., triggering emergency response from the Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Police Service, and Ghana Armed Forces. Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Ocloo says the priority is rescuing victims now that excavators have arrived at the scene.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Ocloo says excavators have arrived at the collapsed building in the North Industrial Area and authorities are fully focused on rescuing victims trapped beneath the rubble. The incident occurred at about 4:25 a.m., involving response personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Police Service and Ghana Armed Forces.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A building collapsed at North Industrial Area in Accra early on June 7, killing at least one person and leaving others trapped beneath the rubble. Emergency responders from the Ghana National Fire Service, Police, and Armed Forces are conducting search-and-rescue operations with specialized equipment.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A building collapsed at North Industrial Area early Sunday, June 6, trapping at least two people beneath rubble. Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Police Service, and Ghana Armed Forces personnel launched a rescue operation; one victim was rescued and hospitalised, while efforts continue to locate others trapped under the debris.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Petroleum Authority has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College's 50th anniversary celebration. The NPA Chief Executive commended the Armed Forces for their partnership in combating illegal fuel-related activities and assured the institution of the Authority's continued support.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Widespread flooding across Accra on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, displaced residents, damaged buildings, caused one fatality, and prompted public scrutiny of President Mahama's Anti-Flood Taskforce, inaugurated in March 2025 to tackle the country's perennial flooding.
5 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The United States has donated three Freightliner heavy-duty trucks, valued at more than $600,000, to the Ghana Armed Forces under the African Crisis Response Initiative to enhance engineering, construction and humanitarian response capabilities. The trucks, presented at the Ghana Armed Forces Engineers Training School near Teshie, will support infrastructure projects and peacekeeping operations.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →