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.
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The Chronicle
… Julius Debrah The study, conducted by Africa Policy Lens, between April 17 and 19, 2026 shows a near deadlock between the two leading contenders – Party Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia and Chief of Staff Julius Debrah – with neither candidate able to establish a decisive lead. …
NDC Presidential Primary : Mosquito Leads Julius Debrah …APL Poll RevealsThe 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →