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The Information Services Department (ISD) has reported that a risk assessment by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council has linked the reclamation and development of portions of the Kpeshie Lagoon to the first major flooding recorded in the Tse Addo area. …
Kpeshie Lagoon reclamation linked to first-ever flooding at Tse Addo – ISDJoy Online
… Ownkey’s mid-year review maps Greater Accra into an appreciation ladder that is worth understanding: Established prime, meaning Cantonments and Airport Residential, is appreciating 5 to 8 percent, the slowest tier, because these areas are already mature and, at the luxury end, ov …
Ghana Property Prices in 2026: What the data really says about where the market is headingJoy Online
… Speaking during an assessment of the impact of the flooding on affected communities on Wednesday, September 9, the Greater Accra Regional Director of NADMO, Dennis Nartey, said the areas beneath the dam were deliberately reserved as buffers during the construction of the facility …
Weija Dam flooding will persist without political will to relocate residents – NADMODaily Guide
… According to him, the initiative is intended not only to address congestion in Greater Accra but also similar challenges confronting major urban centres such as Kumasi, Takoradi and Tamale. …
Govt Moves To Revive Aayalolo Bus SystemJoy Online
… Through its research initiatives, DHF has gathered and analysed data from the Greater Accra, Ashanti, Western, and Volta regions to better understand the challenges and critical gaps within Ghana’s cancer care landscape. …
Dorothy’s Hope Foundation to host women’s health forum, gala in New YorkJoy Online
… The Greater Accra Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Dennis Nartey Adjannor, said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to avoid having to release a large volume of water at once. …
Weija Dam spillage begins a day earlier than announced as GWL responds to rising water levelsJoy Online
… He made the proposal during a visit to the Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive, where he discussed measures to improve the operations and efficiency of the Aayalolo bus system. …
Mahama Ayariga proposes peak-hour dedicated lanes for Aayalolo busesDaily Guide
… He said Greater Accra recorded the highest population of people living with HIV with 77,512, followed by Ashanti with 68,505, Eastern with 42,953 and Central with 24,468. …
152 HIV New Infections Recorded In STMAJoy Online
… The syndicates were uncovered in the Greater Accra, Western, Savannah and Northern Regions as part of intensified efforts by the Police to clamp down on violent crime. …
‘No matter where you hide, we will come for you’ – IGP warns criminalsJoy Online
… Suspected bank robbery foiled The police also foiled an alleged robbery operation targeting bank customers in Greater Accra. …
Police arrest dozens, recover weapons in nationwide anti-robbery operationsA risk assessment by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council has linked reclamation and development of portions of Kpeshie Lagoon to first-time flooding in Tse Addo, finding that converting sections of the natural water retention basin into developed land reduced the lagoon's capacity to receive and retain excess water during heavy rainfall.
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A risk assessment by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council has linked reclamation and development of portions of Kpeshie Lagoon to first-time flooding in Tse Addo, finding that converting sections of the natural water retention basin into developed land reduced the lagoon's capacity to receive and retain excess water during heavy rainfall.
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Ghana's property market is rising, but at a modest and uneven pace, against a macro backdrop that turned more cautious in mid-2026. Growth is driven by recovery in the first half of the year, with construction cost inflation falling to 3.9 percent year-on-year in January 2026 and lending rates dropping to 16.3 percent by April 2026.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NADMO says flooding of communities downstream of Weija Dam will continue unless authorities relocate residents from areas originally designated as buffer zones, which have been encroached upon over time.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government is taking steps to revive and restructure the Aayalolo rapid bus transport system to address traffic congestion in major cities including Greater Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, and Tamale. The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs said the government would engage relevant transport and traffic authorities to develop a framework to make the bus service more rapid and attractive to commuters.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Dorothy's Hope Foundation, a non-profit focused on breast cancer awareness and women's health across Ghana, will host the Health is Wealth Forum on 24 September 2026 and the Brushes of Strength Fundraising Gala on 23 October 2026 in New York to strengthen Africa-Diaspora engagement.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water Limited commenced controlled spillage from the Weija Dam a day ahead of schedule on Tuesday, September 8, following a rise in upstream water levels, as a precautionary measure to prevent large-volume releases that could cause downstream flooding.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Minister for Local Government Mahama Ayariga has proposed allowing Aayalolo buses to temporarily use a lane on the less congested side of major roads during peak hours (6–9 am) to reduce travel delays and increase patronage, arguing that the existing permanent dedicated-route approach has not worked well.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly reported 152 new HIV infections in 2025, bringing the total number of people living with the disease in the metropolis to 4,198—the highest in the Western Region. The MCE called for renewed commitment from stakeholders to address the worrying trend.
8 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Police Service has dismantled several robbery syndicates operating in the Greater Accra, Western, Savannah and Northern Regions, with suspects arrested. IGP Christian Yohunu warned criminals that police will pursue them wherever they hide and will sustain operations until remaining suspects are arrested.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service has conducted intelligence-led operations nationwide resulting in several arrests and recovery of firearms. Among cases highlighted was the arrest of a man in connection with the 2016 disappearance and alleged murder of a couple; remains were recovered and the suspect admitted to the murder during interrogation.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Development Bank Ghana has identified five textile projects being presented to financial institutions for possible financing, as part of its broader effort to unlock long-term credit for the sector. The bank prioritizes textiles within manufacturing alongside pharmaceuticals and energy transition, and has committed to expanding financing beyond Greater Accra through a three-year agreement with the Association of Ghana Industries.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Development Bank Ghana is preparing to support at least two textile projects by approving and disbursing credit before the end of 2026, drawn from five projects that emerged from a dedicated textile sector deal room. DBG's support extends beyond credit to include market development, capacity building, technical assistance and policy advocacy.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, former Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, has proposed that public officials who approve development projects in protected wetlands, watercourses, drainage channels and forest reserves face personal criminal liability. He argued that Ghana's current system shields individual officials from accountability by treating unlawful permits as institutional decisions rather than personal ones.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Humanitarian organisation DirectAid Ghana has concluded distribution of relief items to residents of communities affected by June 2026 floods across Greater Accra and Kasoa in the Central Region. The programme, estimated at about GH¢2 million, distributed food items, household goods, and other supplies to about 1,500 families, with support from donors in Kuwait and coordination by government officials.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Residents of Yilo and Lower Manya Krobo have called on the Government to include asphalt overlays in road rehabilitation projects, citing heavy truck traffic that causes repeated deterioration. A sod-cutting ceremony for the Somanya-Dodowa trunk road is scheduled for September 5, 2026.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ashanti Region defeated defending champions Eastern Region 4-3 in the final of the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. The match was decided by a late goal from substitute Emmanuel Boateng in the 82nd minute.
4 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Gas says a planned second gas processing plant (GPP2) could increase natural gas availability for power generation and reduce the pace of future electricity tariff increases. A government technical advisor estimates the plant could save close to US$500 million annually by allowing Ghana to switch from liquid fuels to natural gas for thermal power generation.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Skills for Progress Africa has officially launched in Accra with its first cohort of 10 Fellows, combining technical training and practical industry exposure with personal, professional and leadership development to bridge the gap between technical education and industry readiness.
4 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Development Bank Ghana is directing significant financing toward maize, rice, cassava, sorghum, and poultry to support food security and economic transformation. The CEO said these sectors are identified as having potential to drive growth but face market failures and financing constraints requiring public intervention.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Development Bank Ghana has disbursed over GH¢2.5 billion since inception, with more than 60% going to women-led and women-owned businesses, and over 50% directed to agribusiness, agriculture and manufacturing. The bank targets agriculture, manufacturing, ICT and high-value services as growth sectors requiring deliberate public interventions.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government is mobilising state and private-sector resources to address waste management challenges, with accumulated refuse at Jamestown in Accra identified as an immediate priority. The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs disclosed this during a media briefing after inspecting waste facilities across the country, and stated the government would engage multiple ministries and contractors across regions to provide equipment for the waste evacuation exercise.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly recorded 152 new HIV infections in 2025, bringing the total number of people living with HIV in the metropolis to 4,198, the highest in the Western Region. The Metropolitan Chief Executive described the figure as worrying and called for renewed commitment from stakeholders to address the spread.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government is mobilising state and private-sector resources to address accumulated refuse at Jamestown in Accra, identified as an immediate priority. Minister Mahama Ayariga disclosed this during a media briefing following a three-day assessment of the country's waste management system, announcing that multiple ministries and regional contractors would be engaged to provide equipment for the clearance exercise.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana marked the 2026 Children's Day with a call to create safe spaces for children to speak against abuse and participate in decisions affecting their lives. The celebration, organised by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, emphasized that child participation in decision-making is a fundamental right, not a privilege granted by adults.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's year-on-year inflation increased to 5.0% in August 2026 from 4.6% in July, marking the second consecutive monthly rise, with domestic costs, housing, transport and services driving price pressure, though the rate remains 0.5 percentage points lower than August 2025.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Thirteen people died and five others were critically injured in a collision involving a Ford Transit and Toyota Hiace on the Sege-Tema highway in Greater Accra on Wednesday, September 2. The cause of the crash has not yet been disclosed.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia met with newly elected Ashanti Regional executives of the NPP and called for party unity and inclusion of all stakeholders, including those who lost regional elections, to prepare for the 2028 presidential and parliamentary elections.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Immigration Service is urging the public to stop giving alms directly to migrant beggars and children, warning that direct donations sustain organised begging networks that exploit vulnerable migrants. The appeal follows a GIS operation that apprehended 1,055 people, including 662 children, in Greater Accra and Ashanti Regions on August 29, with the service encouraging donations through the Department of Social Welfare, children's homes, and credible NGOs instead.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Armed Forces will open its recruitment portal on September 4, 2026 for the 2026/2027 intake, with applicants required to be Ghanaian citizens of good character, medically fit, and able to pass fitness tests. A Chronicle editorial urges GAF to ensure the process is transparent, fair, and safer than the 2025/2026 exercise, which was marked by a fatal stampede at El-Wak Stadium that killed six young women.
1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Paul Awentami Afoko, a National Chairman hopeful for the NPP, described his party vetting as marked by candid, wide-ranging exchanges with the committee rather than a routine exercise. He declined to disclose specifics, citing a confidentiality agreement signed before the session.
31 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →