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Julius Debrah

Also known as: Mr Debrah · Chief of Staff Julius Debrah · Mr. Julius Debrah · Mr. Debrah · Mr Julius Debrah · Dr. Debrah · Samuel Julius Debrah · Dr Samuel Julius Debrah · Dr Debrah · Hon. Julius Debrah · Dr Julius Debrah · Hon Julius Debrah

Ghana's Chief of Staff, who co-authored a book on citizen experience in civil service and advocates for digital transformation and private-sector social impact.

2026-04-222026-06-15

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  1. May 2026
  2. Business & Financial Times

    Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff to the Office of the President, bringing together leading entrepreneurs, business executives, and industry stakeholders to celebrate excellence and innovation within Ghana’s private sector.

    Modern Floors & Walls CEO honoured for industry leadership
  3. Business & Financial Times

    Chief of Staff Julius Debrah said the planned ‘Country Compact’ will be co-led by the Ministries of Health and Finance and anchored in measurable targets and sustainable financing, marking a move away from fragmented donor-led interventions toward a coordinated national strategy.

    Gov’t, World Bank move toward country-led compact model for health investment
  4. Joy Online

    The Chief of Staff, Dr Samuel Julius Debrah, says he is proud to serve under President John Dramani Mahama, describing his leadership as accountable and focused on addressing the everyday challenges of Ghanaians.

    I am proud to serve under a President who demands accountability — Julius Debrah
  5. Joy Online

    The conference, opened by the Chief of Staff, Mr Julius Debrah, was attended by health and finance ministers from across the region, ambassadors, and development partners, among other stakeholders.

    World Bank launches strategy to transform West, Central Africa’s health systems
  6. Joy Online

    Dr Peter Debrah has urged students to focus on purpose, discipline, and personal development as key drivers of success during the “Fire for Future” SHS edition conference in the Ashanti Region.

    Failure is part of Success — Peter Debrah encourages resilience among Students
  7. Joy Online

    Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Julius Debrah, underscored the importance of regional cooperation in achieving these goals.

    World Bank pushes regional health strategy to close financing gaps in West and Central Africa
  8. Joy Online

    Delivering remarks on behalf of the President, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, outlined key reforms, including the Free Primary Health Care Initiative and efforts to strengthen the National Health Insurance Scheme.

    Health Ministry partners with World Bank Group to tackle regional health challenges
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    Addressing participants on behalf of the President, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, highlighted key reforms including the Free Primary Health Care Initiative and ongoing efforts to strengthen the National Health Insurance Scheme.

    𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 p𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 t𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞 R𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 h𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 c𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬
  10. Daily Guide

    The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, went to the church to apologise for the appointee’s gaffe amidst sobbing, which made headlines in both traditional and social media.

    Church Elder Arrested In Anti-Galamsey Operation
  11. Joy Online

    Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has revealed that a Presidential Delivery Unit has been established at the Office of the President to monitor the implementation of government projects and campaign commitments every month.

    Chief of Staff announces Presidential Delivery Unit to track government promises

Friday 12 June

  1. Government engages development partners on decentralisation policy implementation

    The Government of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework (NDPS) 2026–2030, with the Chief of Staff meeting development partners to discuss implementation priorities and opportunities for collaboration.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana celebrates U.S. independence bicentennial with diplomatic ceremony

    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

  3. Ghana-Canada investment forum scheduled for June 2026

    Ghana and Canada will host an investment forum in Toronto on June 15, 2026, to explore strategic opportunities, forge partnerships, and advance Ghana's economic transformation agenda, with a focus on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Vice-President receives Mahama after UK, Belarus trips

    Vice-President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang welcomed President John Dramani Mahama home on Tuesday June 9 following official visits to the United Kingdom and Belarus. During the UK visit, Mahama attended the Ghana Investment Summit and oversaw the signing of a Ghana-UK Growth and Investment Partnership; in Belarus, he secured agreements on trade, agriculture and technical cooperation.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mahama returns from UK and Belarus trade visits

    President John Dramani Mahama returned to Ghana following official visits to the United Kingdom and Belarus, where he attended an investment summit, signed a growth and investment partnership with the UK, and secured agreements on trade, agriculture and technical cooperation with Belarus.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Mahama returns after UK and Belarus visits with trade agreements

    President John Dramani Mahama has returned to Ghana following official visits to the United Kingdom and the Republic of Belarus, where he secured bilateral agreements aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and technical cooperation. Key agreements include the Ghana–UK Growth and Investment Partnership, which covers ship repair facility development in Takoradi, commercial afforestation projects in the Oti Region, AI training, and healthcare workforce capacity building.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Book examines gap between state intent and citizen experience

    A new work by Professor Robert E. Hinson and Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, titled "Citizen Experience: Reset for Superior Civil Service Delivery," challenges Ghana's public administration to move beyond functional systems assessment toward understanding how citizens actually experience government services.

    9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  3. 2026 Ministers Awards spark scrutiny over integrity and timing

    The 2026 Ministers of State Excellence Awards has drawn controversy over whether recipients deserved honours and whether awards were paid for; the scheme launched in 2021 but claimed a 5th edition by 2023 and 6th edition three years later. The Presidency has banned government appointees from participating in private awards without approval and says appointees will undergo performance reviews.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Ghana-Canada Investment Forum set for June 2026 in Toronto

    Ghana and Canada will host an investment forum on June 15, 2026, in Toronto to explore strategic investment opportunities, foster partnerships, and advance Ghana's economic transformation agenda, including its 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme.

    9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Monday 8 June

  1. Women hold 14.9% of Ghana's 276 parliamentary seats

    An opinion essay examines the gap between women's entry into politics and their advancement to leadership positions. Women hold only 14.9% of parliamentary seats and around 4.1% in local assemblies, ranking Ghana 147th globally for women's parliamentary representation, behind Rwanda, Senegal, and Namibia.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana-Canada Investment Forum to showcase 24-Hour Economy push

    Ghana and Canada will host an investment forum in Toronto on June 15, 2026, to showcase investment opportunities and promote partnerships supporting Ghana's economic transformation, with a focus on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme aimed at driving industrialisation, expanding exports, and creating jobs.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 4 June

  1. Mahama calls on African lawmakers to prioritize family values, sovereignty

    President John Dramani Mahama addressed the 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family and Sovereignty in Accra, urging African parliamentarians to uphold family values and strengthen sovereignty in their countries. He emphasized that Africa's future depends on building societies rooted in identity and the ability to chart their own destiny, and called on delegates from 20 African countries to consolidate parliamentary consensus to advance the African Charter on Family Values and Sovereignty.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mahama urges African parliamentarians to uphold family values and sovereignty

    President John Mahama has urged African parliamentarians to uphold family values and strengthen their countries' sovereignty, stressing that Africa's future depends on building societies rooted in identity and capable of charting their own destiny. Speaking through his Chief of Staff at the opening of the 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family and Sovereignty in Accra, which brought together delegates from 20 African countries, Mahama emphasised the importance of consolidating parliamentary consensus to advance the African Charter on Family Values and Sovereignty.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Sovereignty measured by jobs and services, not speeches—Chief of Staff

    Ghana's Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged African leaders to redefine sovereignty beyond political rhetoric, arguing that citizens judge governments by tangible improvements in living conditions—jobs, healthcare, stable utilities, and the ability to solve practical problems—rather than speeches or declarations.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Delta Air Lines inaugurates mechanised borehole in Ga Mashie

    Delta Air Lines has inaugurated a mechanised borehole facility to serve more than 2,000 people in the Ga Mashie Community in Jamestown, Accra, as part of its 20th Anniversary celebration. The facility aims to improve access to clean and safe drinking water and contribute to improved health and hygiene outcomes.

    3 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah honours late Apostle Kwadwo Safo

    Chief of Staff Julius Debrah paid tribute to the late Apostle Emeritus Prof. Ing. Kwadwo Safo, an inventor, industrialist, and founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, describing him as an exceptional visionary who dedicated his life to improving others' lives and advancing national development.

    3 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Chief of Staff calls GIMPA to lead West Africa digital transformation

    Julius Debrah, Ghana's Chief of Staff, has urged GIMPA and its partners to use research and innovation to drive digital transformation and improve governance across West Africa. He said the newly inaugurated Centre for West African Studies for Digital Public Governance should produce knowledge that informs policy and positions the sub-region to benefit from emerging digital technologies.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 1 June

  1. Chief of Staff urges private sector to prioritise social impact

    Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has called on the private sector to prioritise social impact in their investments and look beyond profit to contribute to national development, particularly in healthcare. Speaking at the opening of Euracare Hospital's new multi-specialist facility in Accra, he described the investment as a significant contribution to national development and a model for public-private collaboration.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 25 May

  1. Delta Air Lines marks 20 years of Ghana–U.S. service

    Delta Air Lines celebrates two decades of continuous nonstop operations between Accra and New York, having transported two million passengers and connected travelers to more than 215 destinations worldwide. The Chief of Staff highlighted the airline's role in strengthening Ghana–U.S. relations and facilitating business, tourism, education, and cultural exchange.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Former MP Kojo Adu-Asare receives kidney transplant after six years

    Former Adentan Member of Parliament Kojo Adu-Asare, diagnosed with kidney failure in January 2020, underwent dialysis three times weekly for six years before receiving a successful kidney transplant. His journey has become a story of faith, resilience, and human kindness across political divides.

    25 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  3. Chief of Staff urges public sector to adopt Kaizen philosophy

    Julius Debrah has called on public sector workers to embrace Kaizen, a Japanese management philosophy meaning "continuous improvement," to improve efficiency, eliminate waste, and enhance productivity in government institutions. The Chief of Staff noted that the current administration attaches great importance to performance, accountability, and the achievement of targets.

    25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 16 May

  1. Former MP thanks officials for support during kidney transplant journey

    Kojo Adu-Asare, former Adentan MP, has publicly thanked Kwadwo Twum Boafo (CEO of the Financial Intelligence Centre), Julius Debrah (Chief of Staff), Ato Forson and Mohammed Amin Adam (current and former Finance Ministers), and others for their support during his six-year battle with kidney failure and transplant.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Former Adentan MP discloses six-year kidney failure battle

    Former MP for Adentan Kojo Adu Asare revealed his six-year struggle with end-stage renal disease and dialysis, disclosing that a single session costs GH₵650 and he requires three sessions weekly, totalling approximately GH₵1,950 per week, alongside expensive medications and medical tests.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 13 May

  1. NDC must focus on Mahama's agenda, not succession manoeuvres

    NDC Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande has warned party members against early presidential positioning, urging them to prioritize supporting President Mahama's delivery on governance, job creation, and living conditions rather than internal political calculations. He cautioned that individuals positioning for future leadership roles risk dividing the party and weakening public confidence ahead of the next election cycle.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. CAA Senior Athletics Championship opens in Accra

    The 24th edition of the Confederation of African Athletics Senior Athletics Championship, dubbed 'Accra 2026,' officially opened at the University of Ghana Stadium on Monday with a cultural ceremony. The six-day event features over 1,000 athletes from 49 African countries competing in more than 40 field and track events.

    13 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 12 May

  1. New Agona Kwanyarko chief pledges youth employment focus

    Nana Asiedu Ketekɛ I, newly enstooled Nkosuohene of Agona Kwanyarko, has pledged to prioritize youth employment and empowerment, and to push for improved infrastructure including road repairs and completion of an incomplete hospital and community centre.

    12 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. NDC regional chairman installed as development chief of Agona Kwanyarko

    Richard Kofi Asiedu, Central Regional Chairman of the NDC, was enstooled as Development Chief of Agona Kwanyarko in a Saturday ceremony attended by senior political and traditional figures. He pledged to address youth unemployment, poor road networks, and inadequate healthcare facilities in the community.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 10 May

  1. Ghana reaffirms partnership with China as mutual commitment

    Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, representing President Mahama at the inauguration of the Ghana Association of Chinese Societies' new leadership, reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to strengthening relations with China, emphasizing the partnership as built on mutual trust, economic cooperation, and people-to-people ties that extend beyond diplomacy and trade.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Chief of Staff reaffirms Ghana's commitment to deepening China relations

    Julius Debrah, representing President Mahama, emphasized that Ghana–China relations are founded on trade, diplomacy, friendship, and people-to-people connection at the inauguration of the Ghana Association of Chinese Societies' 2026 executives. He highlighted the Chinese community's contribution to Ghana's economic growth and called on the new leadership to continue building cooperation between the two nations.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 8 May

  1. World Bank targets 2m health jobs, 200m people served by 2030

    The World Bank launched a regional health strategy for West and Central Africa aimed at creating more than 2 million jobs by addressing healthcare worker shortages and delivering quality, affordable health services to at least 200 million people by 2030, supported by reforms in primary healthcare, financing systems and local pharmaceutical production.

    8 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

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