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… vernment Partnership framework must move beyond symbolism, with civil society playing an active watchdog role in promoting transparency and accountability,” a statement issued by Mr David Sebastian Damoah, Director, Media Relations, Parliamentary Service, to the Ghana News Agency …
Parliament calls for stronger Africa-wide collaboration on anti-corruption, open governanceJoy Online
… Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the Assembly Member for the Tanina Electoral Area, Mahama Abdul Fatawu Mwinibang, expressed gratitude to Bliss Eye Care and Ghana Vision for the intervention, as it helped bridge a critical healthcare access gap in the area. …
Don’t leave children’s eye care solely to health professionals – Optometrist urges parentsJoy Online
… No machines, no jobs When the Ghana News Agency (GNA) visited the facility, it remained an empty structure without installed processing or office equipment. …
Weeds overtake idle government-funded cassava processing facility in Assin South amid concerns over stalled 1D1F projectJoy Online
… In an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA) on the sidelines of the inauguration of the committee in Sunyani, he assured that the committee would work collaboratively with the secretariat and stakeholders to find lasting solutions of land disputes and litigations. …
Committee pledges to stem multiple land sales, addresses litigations within Sunyani stoolJoy Online
… Ghana News Agency gathered that the faction, which suffered injuries in a shooting incident, is demanding justice as a prerequisite for any peace gestures.
Volta REGSEC suspends reopening of Ho Central Mosque over security concernsThe Chronicle
… A statement signed by Dr Cephas Kofi Akortor, the Secretary of MELPWU, and copied to the Ghana News Agency, said the appointment of the Head of Laboratory Services was made in line with resolutions reached at a stakeholder meeting convened by the Ministry of Health on February 3, …
Medical laboratory professionals threaten ‘aluta’ over removal of KBTH laboratory headConstruction on the 24-Hour Market project in Wenchi Municipality's Bono Region is progressing, with about 20 percent of works completed within two months, according to the site engineer. The project will include lockable stores, police and fire service posts, a clinic, warehouses, livestock market, trading spaces, and bus terminal, among other facilities.
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Construction on the 24-Hour Market project in Wenchi Municipality's Bono Region is progressing, with about 20 percent of works completed within two months, according to the site engineer. The project will include lockable stores, police and fire service posts, a clinic, warehouses, livestock market, trading spaces, and bus terminal, among other facilities.
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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.
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The Secretary of the Cooperative Hiring Car Union at Aflao reports that deteriorating security conditions at the border enclave—attributed to poor lighting and inadequate security presence—have exposed passengers to harassment, attacks, and robbery, with a recent incident resulting in a hiring car driver's death while protecting a passenger.
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 →
The Oti Regional House of Chiefs is inaugurating a seven-member committee to investigate the causes of recurring ethnic disturbances in the Nkwanta South Municipality and propose sustainable peace measures. The committee comprises five eminent chiefs and two prominent citizens from the area.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Esther Adinorkie Lawerteh of the Volta Resilient Foundation has warned parents against sending children to live with others because of financial difficulties, cautioning that the practice exposes children to child labour, trafficking, neglect, and exploitation that undermines their welfare and future prospects.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ada East District Directorate of Social Welfare recorded 43 cases of child labour between January and May 2026, involving children in hazardous activities such as fishing, salt winning, and street hawking. Most cases involved children aged eight to 14 in fishing communities and salt-producing areas.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council has stated that the recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill falls short of expectations and is not sufficiently robust to protect cultural heritage and family values. The Council called for reinstatement of an earlier, more comprehensive version of the Bill passed by the previous Parliament.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Residents of Ho, including football fans and business operators who plan to screen World Cup matches, are urging the Electricity Company of Ghana and GRIDCO to address persistent low-voltage challenges in the Municipality, citing concerns that power instability could disrupt viewing and damage appliances.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kpone-Katamanso Municipal Chief Executive has condemned the invasion of Kpone Community Preparatory School by stray cattle, as shown in a viral video, describing it as unacceptable and a threat to pupil and staff safety. He stressed that educational institutions are protected zones and called for residents and livestock owners to comply with established regulations on animal rearing and movement.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana will observe World Blood Donor Day on Friday, June 12, 2026 with a national event honouring voluntary blood donors under the theme "One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood, Save Lives," organized two days early by the National Blood Service Ghana because the official day falls on a Sunday.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ashanti Regional Branch of GNAT has appealed for public calm after the prosecution withdrew an alleged assault case against a teacher at Nyinahin Catholic SHS. The regional chairman said the matter is being addressed by the GES, GNAT, school authorities, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure fair resolution, and urged the public to refrain from judgment until full facts are established.
12 June 2026 · Joy 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 after delays in obtaining witness signatures. The case, involving 33-year-old trader Latifa Salifu charged with child stealing, has been adjourned to July 8, 2026.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A private citizen has submitted separate Right to Information Act requests to the Ghana Revenue Authority and the National Lottery Authority seeking extensive financial and operational records from lottery and gaming companies operating in Ghana, covering periods from 2012 to 2025 and involving dozens of firms.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Commonwealth Games Association Ghana has confirmed participation in the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow (July 23–August 2), with close to 40 athletes expected to compete across nine disciplines including athletics, boxing, judo, para-athletics, para-powerlifting, para-swimming, swimming, track cycling, and weightlifting.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Commonwealth Games Association Ghana has confirmed participation in the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow (July 23–August 2), fielding close to 40 athletes across nine disciplines including athletics, boxing, judo, para-athletics, para-powerlifting, para-swimming, swimming, track cycling, and weightlifting. Selection was based on strict performance criteria and available quotas, with each discipline undergoing rigorous technical validation.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A 30-year-old undertaker has been granted bail of GH¢20,000 with two sureties after being charged with allegedly defiling a nine-year-old girl at Mepe in the North Tongu District. The accused pleaded not guilty to defilement of a female under 16 years and is yet to satisfy the bail conditions.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
KGL Technology Limited paid GH¢173,360,000 to the National Lottery Authority in 2025, equivalent to 3.86 times the combined payments of the 29 other licensed operators, which together remitted GH¢44,900,161.23. KGL's contribution accounted for 79.4 percent of the total GH¢218.3 million paid by all licensed private operators in 2025.
9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
More than 200 residents in the South Tongu District have received poultry birds under the Government's Nkoko Nkitinkiti Initiative (Koklovi Programme), which aims to boost local poultry production, create employment, and enhance household incomes. The District Chief Executive urged beneficiaries to properly manage the birds and disclosed that the District Assembly would provide technical support and monitoring to ensure compliance with recommended poultry management practices.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Journalists Association expressed concern over the application of "false news" provisions under the Electronic Communications Act against journalists, stating that such laws could intimidate media practitioners, create fear, and promote self-censorship. The GJA President called for a review of certain provisions in the Electronic Communications Act and Criminal Offences Act that pose challenges to media freedom.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Tourism Authority released its 2025 Tourism Report, which shows Ghana received 1,306,962 international arrivals in 2025, a 1.4% increase from 2024, alongside growth in domestic tourism visits to 55 sites (1.79 million), licensed tourism enterprises (rising to 7,109), and the entertainment and conference segment (14.3% growth).
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang officially launched the Revised Ghana National Cultural Policy on June 9 at the National Theatre in Accra. The policy provides a strategic framework for preserving and promoting Ghana's cultural heritage while positioning culture as a driver of national development, economic growth, and creative innovation.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Trans-Border Business Network has intensified efforts to educate cross-border traders in Ketu South Municipality on compliance with trade regulations and safe business practices. The initiative aims to equip women traders with knowledge on approved procedures, legal requirements, and opportunities to improve their businesses, with officials from the Ghana Revenue Authority's Customs Division participating in the programme.
8 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Global Media Foundation has criticised the government for indecisive efforts in fighting illegal mining, arguing that despite the establishment of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), galamsey continues to devastate farmlands, water bodies, and forests. The foundation called for a more aggressive and coordinated approach to tackling illegal mining and environmental crimes.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Ghana Ambassador to Germany Gina Ama Blay has been honoured by the Ghana Journalists Association for her outstanding contribution to journalism, media development, and the advancement of women in the media profession, with the recognition made during World Press Freedom Day celebrations in Accra.
8 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Residents of Akuse in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality are calling for government to fully tar the Akuse–Asutuare road, which has been in poor condition for over 30 years. While heavy-duty equipment is reshaping portions of the road under the District Road Improvement Programme, residents say this is only a temporary fix and want complete rehabilitation.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
NADMO's Hydrometeorological Unit head attributes severe flooding in Tema West Municipality to improper waste disposal, unauthorised construction along waterways, and illegal development in protected zones, noting that about 99% of structures blocking watercourses lack approved town planning permits and that clogged drains cannot channel heavy rainfall effectively.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Food and Drugs Authority says cigarettes must be sold only in sealed packs, not individually, to ensure consumers see mandatory health warnings. The requirement, enforced through pictorial warnings on packaging, is intended to better communicate the health risks of tobacco use.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Journalists Association will recognise Ambassador Gina Blay, veteran journalists, and other distinguished media practitioners and public figures for their contributions to press freedom and media development, as part of World Press Freedom Day celebrations in Accra.
5 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Farmers in Upper West Region have expressed optimism that proposed government Farmer Service Centres will help address challenges in accessing mechanisation services, improve agricultural production, and support food security and livelihoods. The region currently faces inadequate availability of tractors and modern farming equipment, which delays land preparation and reduces yields, with women smallholder farmers particularly disadvantaged in accessing the limited services available.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →