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Tema

Also known as: Tema Central · Tema Metropolitan

2026-04-262026-09-13

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Kabbara announced that the entire Geely electrified range is now available for test drives and purchase at Japan Motors showrooms nationwide (Accra, Tema, Takoradi, Kumasi and Tamale).

    Japan Motors unveils Geely’s new electrified vehicle range in Ghana
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    My uncle runs a small newsstand in Tema. He told me sports newspaper sales jumped 34% between 2023 and 2025.

    How Sports Betting Changed My View on Ghana’s Football Culture
  4. Joy Online

    According to him, the driver, identified as Clement Ofori, told police he was travelling from Tema to Burkina Faso when he lost control of the truck after its brakes allegedly failed at the Krofrom traffic intersection.

    One dead, several injured as tipper truck crashes into vehicles, shops in Kumasi
  5. The Ghanaian Times

    f Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, said the initiative formed part of the government’s strategy to develop a multimodal transport network that would make inland water transport a critical component of Ghana’s cargo movement system. “Our thinking is to decongest the Port of Tema

    Govt to develop multimodal transport system – Minister
  6. Joy Online

    The facts presented to the court indicated that the complainant, whose name has been withheld, is a public servant residing at Community 25, Tema.

    Two accused of land guard activities weep in court
  7. Joy Online

    Ewool Emmanuel, CEO of ESERB, a VCTF-backed mattress manufacturer in Tema, captured this reality succinctly: “The only challenge we have is erratic electricity… diesel generation compresses margins at a stage when the business is still establishing its revenue base”.

    The 24-hour economy and Ghana’s MSMEs: A strategic roadmap for inclusive industrial transformation
  8. Joy Online

    The Ghana Police Service has linked a suspected robbery syndicate whose planned attack on banks at Labone in Accra was foiled to at least two earlier attacks on bank customers in Tema and Achimota.

    Police link Labone bank robbery suspects to earlier attacks on customers
  9. Joy Online

    The group was linked to several incidents, including the alleged robbery of GH¢50,000 from a woman at Agbamame in Tema Community 2 on May 17.

    Police arrest dozens, recover weapons in nationwide anti-robbery operations
  10. Joy Online

    The action affected tanker operations at key loading points, including the Tema industrial area, as drivers protested the condition of roads they use to transport petroleum products across the country.

    Tanker drivers suspend strike, give gov’t one month to fix deplorable roads
  11. Joy Online

    The Office of the President has directed the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) and TDC Ghana Limited to end their protracted institutional dispute and establish a clear framework for working together.

    Presidency orders TMA, TDC to end dispute over Tema development authority

Friday 11 September

  1. Japan Motors unveils Geely electrified vehicle range in Ghana

    Japan Motors Trading Company Ltd. has launched three Geely electrified vehicles in Ghana: the all-electric EX5 SUV, plug-in hybrid EX5 EM-i, and all-electric EX2, featuring fast DC charging, energy efficiency, and advanced driver-assistance systems.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Sports betting in Ghana deepens football engagement and analysis

    A personal essay argues that the rise of betting sites in Ghana has intensified fan engagement with football, with viewers now watching full matches and analyzing detailed statistics rather than merely checking scores. The author cites observations from Accra and Kumasi, including increased attendance at sports bars and detailed performance discussions among fans.

    11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Tipper truck crashes into vehicles, shops in Kumasi

    A tipper truck lost brake control and collided with several vehicles, motorbikes, tricycles and shops along the Krofrom-Tafo-Nhyiaeso stretch in Ashanti Region, killing one person and injuring several others. The driver reported brake failure while traveling from Tema to Burkina Faso.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 10 September

  1. Ghana to develop multimodal transport via rail, water, road

    Ghana's government is developing an integrated rail, inland water, and road transport system to decongest highways and the Port of Tema. The plan routes cargo by rail from Tema to Mpakadan, then by lake transport to Buipe, and finally by road to northern Ghana and landlocked neighbours including Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.

    10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Two remanded for land guard activities in East Legon

    An Accra Circuit Court has remanded carpenter Gabriel Abotsi Ahor, 29, and concrete mixer Benjamin Essel, 32, accused of engaging in land guard activities and unlawfully demolishing a building and fence wall in East Legon. The court rejected a bail application; the accused are to reappear on September 23, 2026, while three alleged accomplices remain at large.

    9 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 8 September

  1. 24-hour economy policy success depends on MSME integration

    Ghana's 24-Hour Economy Authority Act, signed into law in February 2026, represents a shift toward continuous economic activity across manufacturing, agriculture, and digital services. The policy's success will be determined by how well it empowers and integrates MSMEs, which account for approximately 85% of manufacturing employment and 70% of GDP.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Police foil bank robbery; link suspects to earlier customer attacks

    Ghana Police Service linked a suspected robbery syndicate, whose planned attack on banks at Labone in Accra was foiled, to at least two earlier attacks on bank customers in Tema and Achimota. The group had allegedly been under surveillance since April 2026, monitoring customers who withdrew large sums before following and attacking them.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 7 September

  1. Police arrest dozens, recover weapons in anti-robbery operations

    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

Thursday 3 September

  1. Tanker drivers suspend strike, demand road repairs within month

    Ghana's petroleum tanker drivers union has suspended a sit-down strike after two days, giving government one month to fix deteriorating roads serving key petroleum depots, citing safety risks and dangerous conditions on critical routes including Tema to Kpone and depot enclaves in Takoradi and Buipe.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Presidency clarifies TMA's authority over Tema development dispute

    The Office of the President has directed the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) and TDC Ghana Limited to end their dispute, affirming the TMA as the highest political and administrative authority in the Tema Metropolis with responsibility for overall development, human settlements, municipal services, revenue mobilisation and local planning. The intervention follows a dispute over construction at Community One, Sites 3 and 8, where the TMA issued a stop-work order and demolished structures for lack of necessary permits.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Banks, CSA launch 2026 cyber awareness campaign in Ghana

    The Ghana Association of Banks and the Cyber Security Authority launched the 2026 National Cyber Security Awareness Month in Accra, emphasizing banks' role as frontline partners in combating financial fraud through trust, intelligence-sharing with regulators and among themselves, and shared responsibility between institutions and customers.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Ghanaian-Dutch musician Fadu to attend World Youth Festival

    Musician Fadu will join 10,000 young leaders from 191 countries at the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Yekaterinburg, Russia, from 11 to 17 September 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Tanker drivers demand union audit, elections amid poor representation

    Tanker drivers across Ghana have called for union audits and elections, alleging poor representation, lack of transparency, and failure to address welfare concerns. They cite a four-year mandate that has elapsed without elections and toll increases from GH¢10 to GH¢20 at loading points without adequate member consultation.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. GFA to hold workshop for Premier League coaches

    The Ghana Football Association's Technical Directorate will organize a one-day virtual workshop for Ghana Premier League head coaches ahead of the 2026/27 season, led by Technical Director Dr. Joseph Kwame Mintah, to strengthen technical standards, enhance professionalism, and clarify responsibilities on discipline and competition regulations.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  4. TDC Development Company triples net profit to ¢195.6m in 2025

    Tema-based state housing and real estate developer TDC Development Company more than tripled its net profit to GH¢195.61 million in 2025 from GH¢59.99 million in 2024, with operating profit rising to GH¢257.48 million and the company maintaining zero interest-bearing debt.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Ghana diversifies diplomatic ties amid global power competition

    Ghana is engaging multiple foreign powers—Russia, the US, China, the EU, and the UK—in negotiations over trade, investment, energy, defence, and mineral exploration, reflecting a strategy of diplomatic diversification rather than alignment with a single partner. The article examines how Ghana uses its resources and strategic position to bargain with competing powers while managing the risk of shifting dependence rather than achieving genuine autonomy.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 31 August

  1. Valco-Kpone road deterioration prompts tanker drivers' strike threat

    The 7.2-kilometre Valco Roundabout-Kpone Junction road in Tema remains in poor condition with little visible construction progress, causing journeys to take over three hours instead of 30 minutes and prompting the Ghana Petroleum Tanker Drivers Union to threaten renewed industrial action.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. VRA swings to GH¢88m profit in 2025 on forex gains

    The Volta River Authority returned to profitability in 2025, posting a net profit of GH¢88.04 million, reversing a net loss of GH¢105.75 million in 2024, primarily driven by a foreign exchange gain of GH¢236.60 million according to the 2025 State Ownership Report.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Valco-Kpone road deterioration prompts tanker drivers' strike threat

    The 7.2-kilometre Valco Roundabout-Kpone Junction road in Tema has deteriorated significantly, with motorists reporting journeys that should take 30 minutes now taking over three hours, and members of the Ghana Petroleum Tanker Drivers Union threatening fresh industrial action if authorities fail to complete promised rehabilitation.

    31 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  4. Passenger arrivals, container traffic show growth in May 2026

    Passenger arrivals at Ghana's international airport and land borders increased 3.7% year-on-year to 112,634 in May 2026, while cumulative arrivals for the first five months of 2026 reached 515,530, up 2.7% from the same period in 2025. Container traffic at Tema and Takoradi harbours also improved, rising 5.8% year-on-year in May and 12.2% cumulatively for the first five months.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Ghana Immigration Service launches anti-trafficking operation in Accra, Kumasi

    The Ghana Immigration Service conducted an intelligence-led operation targeting human trafficking and exploitative street begging networks across Greater Accra and Ashanti Regions, apprehending 1,055 persons including 662 children, 145 men, and 248 women, along with over 1,000 West African nationals and several Ghanaians suspected as local agents.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 29 August

  1. Ghana's SME financing gap rooted in credit assessment problem

    Ghana's Bank of Ghana has identified a $4.8 billion SME financing gap, with a deputy governor arguing that the issue is not capital availability but rather assessment capacity. The Bank proposes that open banking reform should focus on lending to businesses lacking conventional collateral, shifting financial inclusion benchmarks from payment access to fair credit terms.

    29 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 28 August

  1. Ghana must add value to cotton, develop textile industry

    Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare has urged Ghana to develop a domestic textile and apparel value chain rather than exporting raw cotton, noting that Africa supplies close to a tenth of the world's traded cotton but exports about 90 per cent of it raw to Asia, losing substantial economic value in the process.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. ICU-Ghana opposes 70% VALCO equity transfer to private investor

    The Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union (ICU-Ghana) has demanded an immediate halt to negotiations for transferring a controlling stake in the Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO) to a private investor, arguing that ceding 70% equity to a private investor would result in a significant transfer of ownership and control of the strategic national asset.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Police ban concrete mixer trucks from Accra, Tema for three days

    The Ghana Police Service has restricted movement of concrete mixer trucks on Accra and Tema roads from Friday, August 28 to Sunday, August 30, 2026, to address safety concerns, traffic obstruction, and road damage caused by spillage of concrete and materials.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

  4. GPHA marks 40 years with infrastructure growth and regional trade focus

    The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority Board Chairman said the GPHA has demonstrated resilience and strategic vision over four decades through infrastructure expansion, technological adoption and operational efficiency improvements, positioning Ghana's ports as critical gateways for trade and regional integration.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 27 August

  1. Police suspend concrete mixer truck operations in Accra, Tema

    Ghana Police Service has suspended concrete mixer truck operations in Accra and Tema for three days from 28–30 August 2026, citing concerns over concrete spillages, road safety hazards, and damage to road infrastructure. The restriction follows a meeting between police leadership and truck operators to address compliance with road traffic regulations.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 26 August

  1. NRSA deploys Traffictech cameras to monitor traffic violations nationwide

    The National Road Safety Authority will deploy Traffictech, a technology-based system using cameras and monitoring devices at strategic locations to identify and apprehend traffic offenders automatically, replacing manual enforcement methods. The authority also plans to introduce a mandatory towing system to reduce crashes caused by broken-down vehicles, expected to roll out in 2027.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. OSP names five as persons of interest in Asante Berko bribery case

    The Office of the Special Prosecutor has named former Power Minister Kwabena Donkor and four others as main persons of interest in its investigation into Ghana's connection to the bribery case of Asante Kweku Berko, who was convicted in New York in August 2026 over a scheme involving alleged bribes to Ghanaian officials between 2014 and 2015 linked to a fuel oil plant project in Tema.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana's port sector firms compete in 5th LCB Corporate Games

    Companies within Ghana's port and logistics industry are participating in the 2026 LCB Corporate Games, a 12-to-14-week sporting competition organised by LCB Worldwide Ghana Limited to promote collaboration, healthy lifestyles and professional relationships among industry players. The competition brings together 16 corporate institutions across Accra and Tema zones, with top teams competing in a grand finale to determine the overall champion.

    26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

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