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NAIMOS Grabs 19 Over Galamsey Near Police StationThe Chronicle
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Ghanaian National Sentenced To 85 Months In Prison For Stealing More Than $10 Million Via Romance ScamsThe Chronicle
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Editorial: Energy Minister Must Resign Or Be ReshuffledThe Chronicle
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Skin Care During Pregnancy: What’s Safe, What’s NotThe Chronicle
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Annoh-Dompreh Pushes For Legal Recognition Of Traditional MedicineThe Chronicle
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Bekwai Quarry Protest Should Be A Wake-Up Call For RegulatorsThe Chronicle
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Africa Zero Waste Academy Trains New Generation of Climate LeadersThe Chronicle
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IMF Board Ends Ghana’s US$3bn Bailout ProgrammeThe Chronicle
… The Chronicle believes that the debate should not be reduced to clothing alone. Dress is often a reflection of a wider question of values, discipline and respect for institutional norms. …
Editorial: UMaT Gets It Right On Campus DisciplineThe National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat arrested 19 suspected illegal miners during an operation on July 29 at Mpohor Fiase in the Western Region following community complaints. The task force destroyed 16 chanfang machines, nine water pumps, and three makeshift structures, and recovered a pump-action shotgun and four rounds of ammunition from one suspect.
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The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat arrested 19 suspected illegal miners during an operation on July 29 at Mpohor Fiase in the Western Region following community complaints. The task force destroyed 16 chanfang machines, nine water pumps, and three makeshift structures, and recovered a pump-action shotgun and four rounds of ammunition from one suspect.
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Derrick Van Yeboah, a Ghanaian national, was sentenced to 85 months in prison for his role in an international criminal organization based in Ghana that stole more than $100 million from victims across the United States through romance scams and business email compromises.
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The Chronicle's editorial criticises the Energy Minister's stewardship following a nationwide power outage on July 29, 2026 that disrupted businesses, institutions, hospitals and households. The outage, caused by a major disruption on the National Interconnected Transmission System, was not the first major power failure under the current minister.
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During pregnancy, hormonal surges can cause acne, hyperpigmentation, dryness, sensitivity, and stretch marks. The article outlines dermatologist-approved safe skincare ingredients and practices for pregnant women, including azelaic acid for acne.
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A disturbance on Ghana's electricity transmission system at 3:11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, caused the simultaneous tripping of several generating plants and widespread power interruptions. GRIDCo activated emergency restoration procedures and began a comprehensive technical investigation to restore electricity safely.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Pan-African Parliament has adopted resolutions championed by Frank Annoh-Dompreh calling for African governments to establish legal and regulatory frameworks for traditional medicine integration into national healthcare systems, including development of a continental 'Model Law on Traditional Medicine and the Protection of Local Knowledge' to guide research, licensing, quality assurance and ethical use of indigenous medicines.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Hundreds of residents from communities in Bekwai Municipality have staged a peaceful demonstration against Day Shine Quarry Company, alleging environmental degradation, property destruction through blasting, and health risks from dust. The Assembly Member for Adankragya warned the company to suspend operations and engage affected communities within one week or face further protests.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
GAIA Africa and the Green Africa Youth Organization have launched the in-person phase of the Africa Zero Waste Academy 2026 in the Eastern Region, bringing together selected participants from across Africa for training in designing localized zero waste systems that reduce emissions and create green jobs. More than 700 practitioners applied for the programme, now in its second year.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The IMF Executive Board has approved the final review of Ghana's three-year US$3 billion Extended Credit Facility programme, unlocking a final disbursement of approximately US$371 million and bringing total disbursements to the full US$3 billion. The Ministry of Finance described the completion as a major milestone in Ghana's economic recovery, reflecting progress in restoring macroeconomic stability through fiscal discipline and structural reforms.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The University of Mines and Technology will strictly enforce its dress code and Code of Excellence for Junior Members starting next academic year, with violators denied access to lecture halls and campus facilities. The university's Vice-Chancellor defended the measure as necessary to maintain order and professionalism in the academic environment.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The CEO of Servistar Minwax (WA) Limited has rejected a GH¢79,651,132.62 judgment debt awarded by Accra High Court against the Ghana Revenue Authority, saying his company is entitled to only about GH¢8,951,543 and that accepting the larger amount would be unethical.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has questioned the credibility of Ghana's reported 5% inflation rate, citing rising food prices including tomatoes selling at GH¢10 in Accra as evidence that ordinary Ghanaians continue to face significant cost-of-living pressures despite official economic indicators.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, argues that Ghana's economy cannot be described as healthy if it continues borrowing to finance recurrent expenditure such as public sector salaries and the Free Senior High School programme, saying the government's actions contradict its claims of economic recovery.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Apinto Divisional Council, traditional custodians of land where GoldFields Ghana operates in Tarkwa, has formally called on the government not to renew the company's mining lease, expiring in April 2027, arguing decades of mining have yielded little meaningful development for host communities. The council is instead advocating for a government-owned mining operation under a "shared prosperity" model.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
A road safety advocate has filed a lawsuit at an Accra High Court against the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority and the National Insurance Company over the registration, licensing, and insuring of Toyota Voxy vehicles in Ghana, citing rising fatality rates and safety concerns that prompted the National Road Safety Authority to investigate the vehicles.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Chronicle editorial says while Ghana's macroeconomic indicators are improving—GDP growth at 6.4%, inflation at 5.3%—youth unemployment remains disturbingly high at over 30% for ages 15–24, with approximately 1.34 million young people neither in education, employment nor training, and the government must ensure recovery reaches ordinary Ghanaians.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Government has announced a new evacuation phase bringing approximately 1,000 Ghanaians home from South Africa this week, prioritising women, children, the elderly, people with medical conditions and students, in response to renewed xenophobic violence. Nearly 926 Ghanaians had already been repatriated in earlier stages, with a further batch of roughly 900 registered nationals cleared for evacuation as of 25 July.
26 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Stakeholders at the Creative Economy Summit 2026 Ghana say the creative industry must develop a structured economic ecosystem with policies supporting intellectual property protection, contract enforcement, and production financing to attract investment and create jobs. The United States has identified Ghana's creative economy as a driver of economic growth and bilateral cooperation, while Ghana's Diaspora Affairs Office urges a shift from celebrating artistic talent to building institutions needed for commercialization.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Tertiary Education Commission has directed all tertiary institutions to stop making entrance examinations a compulsory requirement for admission, saying the practice undermines fairness and transparency and is inconsistent with the national admissions framework based on WASSCE results. Entrance examinations may only be used as supplementary assessment tools for highly competitive programmes and must never override WASSCE results or become mandatory.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
A debate over expensive graduation gifts in Ghana has highlighted how parents feel pressured to display their provision and meet societal expectations of what constitutes a "good parent," with financial hardship, demanding jobs, and fear of being labelled irresponsible driving some into debt.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson attributed Ghana's improving macroeconomic performance to fiscal, tax and monetary reforms, including tighter expenditure controls, modernised tax administration, and policies supporting inflation targeting and exchange-rate stability. He said the reforms have produced stronger revenue mobilisation, improved foreign exchange reserves, and the fastest economic growth since 2019, while blaming state-owned enterprises for historically adding about 3% of GDP annually to public debt.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Securities and Exchange Commission has identified 23 entities operating without licences to offer investment products, primarily via social media and online platforms, and warned the public not to invest with them. The SEC is collaborating with law enforcement agencies to pursue the individuals behind the unlicensed schemes.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
President Mahama has called on the African Union to formally address recurring xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa, arguing the issue threatens African unity and continental integration. The AU Commission Chairman has agreed to table the matter for discussion at the next AU Summit, and Ghana has formally requested its inclusion on the agenda.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana Police arrested two men after intercepting 100 compressed parcels of substances suspected to be narcotic drugs concealed in fertiliser sacks at Asawase Market in Kumasi during an intelligence-led operation on July 21, 2026. The drugs were hidden beneath second-hand clothing and remain in police custody for forensic examination.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has begun its 40th anniversary celebrations with health and awareness walks in Tema and Takoradi, bringing together staff, management, retirees and families to promote healthy living and celebrate the Authority's role in Ghana's maritime and trade sectors.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Public Interest and Accountability Committee has called on government to directly involve Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in oil and petroleum-funded projects in their jurisdictions to ensure proper supervision, value for money, and holistic development. PIAC conducts inspection visits to districts to oversee management of petroleum revenues distributed through the Annual Budget Funding Amount.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The article outlines common medical checkups and tests people should not miss, including routine physical exams, blood pressure monitoring, height and weight checks, and blood sugar testing. It explains how frequency and need depend on age, general health, and risk factors.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Auditor-General has cited the National Petroleum Authority for lapses in its petroleum product quality assurance system, finding that approximately 87 million litres of petrol were distributed without undergoing the mandatory petroleum marking process between January 2023 and May 2026, exposing consumers to substandard fuel and causing an estimated GH¢78.6 million loss to the Unified Petroleum Pricing Fund.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Police in Kintampo arrested six armed men who robbed a businessman of GHC 300,000. According to interrogations, the Kia Rhino truck driver arranged with gangsters to attack and rob his employer, who was carrying the money to buy cattle.
22 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has withdrawn a false report claiming Ghana had recorded 2,300 Ebola cases and 930 deaths, and issued a public apology. SABC confirmed that Ghana's Ministry of Health reports no confirmed Ebola cases in the country.
22 July 2026 · The Chronicle →