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… Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse, Mr Appiah said while the nationwide exercise was commendable, the disposal of collected waste through open burning created a new environmental problem. …
Clean Air Fund warns waste burning during clean-up exercise undermines sanitation campaignJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Thursday ahead of the exercise, the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, says the exercise, dubbed “Green Heart”, will serve as the region’s dedicated sanitation and clean-up campaign under the broader national response t …
Greater Accra set for clean-up exercise as gov’t rolls out flood mitigation planJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse, Mr Avornyotse said some fraudsters use social media platforms to establish relationships with victims, persuade them to engage in intimate video calls and secretly record the interactions for blackmail. …
Paying sextortion demands does not guarantee safety – Cyber Security AuthorityJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse, Mr Avornyotse said the issue requires a broader conversation involving telecom operators, regulators and other relevant agencies, adding that CSA has held engagements with some telecom operators, including MTN, following concerns fr …
Mobile money fraud: CSA calls for stronger safeguards across telecom networksJoy Online
… Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse, Prof. Peprah said South Africa’s economy relies heavily on sectors such as mining, tourism, banking, financial services and manufacturing, many of which have strong links across Africa. …
South Africa risks export decline, job losses if African partners turn away — Prof PeprahJoy Online
… Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Tuesday, July 7, Mr Asafo Adjei expressed concern over the public disagreement between Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and his South African counterpart, Ronald Lamola, following reports that a Ghanaian national die …
Ghana, South Africa must resolve tensions through diplomacy, not social media exchanges – Asafo AdjeiJoy Online
… Mr Kpebu made the remarks in an interview on Joynews’ The Pulse, while responding to a question about whether it was possible to attempt to withdraw money from a bank account that had already been frozen. …
Hannan arrest: It is legally possible to attempt withdrawal from frozen bank account — Martin KpebuJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Friday, July 3, Dr. Aboagye said government’s emergency response must go beyond physical rescue and relief to include mental health support, temporary shelter, and clear public health directives for affected communities. …
Flood survivors need psychological support, public health guidance — Dr AboagyeJoy Online
… Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Thursday, July 2, the Damongo MP said the country’s response to the plight of Ghanaians in South Africa should trigger a broader national conversation about how Ghana supports citizens facing danger outside its borders. …
Ghana must consider evacuation policy for citizens in distress abroad — JinaporJoy Online
… Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse, Prof. Antwi-Danso said Ghana had not yet exhausted the diplomatic channels available to engage South African authorities over the recurring anti-immigrant sentiments. …
Boycotting South African goods not the solution to xenophobic attacks — Prof Antwi-DansoDr Ishmael Nii Amanor Dodoo claimed Ghana's unemployment rate fell to 6.4%, but the latest Ghana Statistical Service data from Q3 2025 shows it at 13%, and the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review reports 12.8% — figures inconsistent with the official claim.
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Dr Ishmael Nii Amanor Dodoo claimed Ghana's unemployment rate fell to 6.4%, but the latest Ghana Statistical Service data from Q3 2025 shows it at 13%, and the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review reports 12.8% — figures inconsistent with the official claim.
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Political analyst Jonathan Asante Otchere has called the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional an important step for internal democracy, but warned it may be more theoretical than practical in implementation, noting that political parties will face significant challenges when putting the ruling into effect.
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The Supreme Court's unanimous ruling has established that the Attorney General retains supervisory authority over the Office of the Special Prosecutor and can intervene to prevent abuse of prosecutorial powers, according to legal practitioner Martin Kpebu. The judgment clarifies that prosecutorial powers are exercised under the constitutional authority of the Attorney General.
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The NDC has acknowledged that implementing the Supreme Court's decision to abolish the delegate system in party elections will increase costs for political parties, but says defending democratic principles within parties must take precedence. The NDC's Deputy Director of IT and Elections said parties will need to find innovative ways to raise funds to meet the increased expense of broader internal elections.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
The National Democratic Congress says it welcomes the Supreme Court's ruling declaring Ghana's political party delegate system unconstitutional and is prepared to comply. The party's Deputy Director of IT and Elections stated the NDC has the membership data and structures needed to transition to a more inclusive electoral system and has prior experience with a similar model piloted between 2014 and 2015.
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The Deputy Director General of NACOC has commended JoyNews for its documentary "Deadly Doses II" on drug abuse in Ghana, saying it complements institutional efforts to fight narcotics and emphasizes the importance of collaboration between state institutions and media. He called on other media houses to undertake similar projects to address drug abuse in communities.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NACOC's Deputy Director General Alexander Twum-Barimah has expressed concern over growing student involvement in the sale and distribution of illicit drugs in Ghana, describing it as a worrying trend in substance abuse prevention. The comments follow a JoyNews investigative documentary revealing that illicit substances are increasingly found in schools and university campuses.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority will begin piloting a new digital vehicle registration system in August 2026, with full rollout scheduled for January 1, 2027. The system aims to eliminate illegal number plate cloning and improve vehicle identification for law enforcement agencies.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority says it is working to reduce public reliance on intermediaries known as "Goro Boys" by expanding access to its services across the country. The DVLA CEO stated the approach is to regulate these intermediaries while improving direct access to DVLA services, as many customers resort to them because of distance and cost barriers to official offices.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority says its newly introduced vehicle inspection technology has detected and seized more than 130 vehicles suspected to be cloned or linked to duty evasion. The DVLA CEO said the cloning detection machines verify authenticity of vehicle chassis numbers and trace vehicle history to tackle fraudulent activities in vehicle registration.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Tamale Central MP Inusah Fuseini has argued that the 20-year prison sentence imposed on NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako for illegal mining falls within the Minerals and Mining Act as amended by Parliament in 2019, which set a sentencing range of 15 to 25 years for such offences. Fuseini noted that the NPP Majority in Parliament had rejected an earlier government proposal of 10 to 15 years as too lenient.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC's Deputy Director of IT and Elections has criticized the Accra High Court's 20-year prison sentence for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) over illegal mining activities on the Samreboi concession, arguing the maximum 25-year sentence would have been more appropriate given the environmental damage caused.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Investigative journalist Erastus Asare Donkor says Ghana must do more to hold individuals and companies accountable for environmental destruction, framing recent convictions as a step rather than the end of the fight against illegal mining and its damage to natural resources.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako has been convicted and sentenced to 20 years in prison for illegal mining. Environmental activist Awula Serwah welcomed the conviction as a milestone in Ghana's fight against illegal mining and called on authorities to expand investigations and prosecute other influential figures involved in environmental destruction.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Ekua Amoakoh, spokesperson for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has questioned the basis of allegations involving GH¢55 million by the Economic and Organised Crime Office against Dennis Edward Aboagye, a member of the NPP communications team and former Executive Director of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation. Amoakoh argued that IMCCoD did not have the financial capacity to handle or lose such an amount, and stated that Aboagye was not questioned on allegations to the tune of GH¢55 million during interrogation.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Eco-Conscious Citizens coordinator Awula Serwah has praised the revocation of Executive Instrument 144, which restores the Achimota Forest Reserve to full protected status, but calls for government to prosecute powerful individuals and politically exposed persons behind illegal mining rather than focusing only on small-scale operators.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Pollster Ben Ephson believes former NPP National Chairman Paul Afoko's perceived neutrality and lack of association with party factions could advantage him in the race to reclaim the party's top organisational position. Ephson also supported Afoko's claim that he contributed to the NPP's 2016 election victory through policies implemented during his tenure, despite being suspended before the polls.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A KNUST political science lecturer has praised former NPP National Chairman Paul Afoko's decision to return to active politics and contest the party's national chairmanship as an opportunity for party reconciliation and regeneration. Dr. Amakye-Boateng noted that Afoko's willingness to let past grievances go and rejoin the party, despite his earlier suspension, demonstrates commitment to NPP interests and could help rebuild unity by drawing back disaffected members.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu has criticised political parties rallying behind former public officials under investigation, saying the practice weakens state investigative agencies and public confidence in the justice system. He argues corruption investigations should be treated as matters of law rather than politics, with all persons equal before the law regardless of political affiliation.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC's Rashid Tanko Computer has defended the Economic and Organised Crime Office's arrest and investigation of former IMCCoD Executive Secretary Dennis Edward Aboagye, saying anyone who accepts public office must be prepared to account for the use of state resources. He stressed that public officials cannot object to investigations into their stewardship and that the allegations involve substantial public funds.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Desmond Appiah, Country Lead for the Clean Air Fund, has warned that burning waste during the nationwide clean-up exercise contradicts environmental objectives and creates new air pollution problems. He noted that the Environmental Protection Agency's recent Air Quality Regulations prohibit open burning, and that authorities should demonstrate best practices rather than engage in activities that violate national environmental standards.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Greater Accra Region is conducting a major clean-up exercise on Friday as part of a government post-flood mitigation plan. The "Green Heart" campaign aims to clear drains and public waterways in communities affected by recent flooding, with similar national cleaning days declared for seven flood-affected regions on July 10–11, 2026.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Cyber Security Authority advises sextortion victims to report incidents rather than pay perpetrators, noting that payment does not guarantee private materials will not be released and may encourage further exploitation. The Authority says such extortion is an offence under Ghana's cyber security laws and encourages victims to seek professional support instead of remaining silent.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cyber Security Authority has received numerous reports of mobile money fraud and is engaging with telecom companies and other stakeholders to identify gaps and develop prevention measures. CSA has held discussions with MTN and other operators about improving the mobile money ecosystem and adding layers of protection against fraudsters.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A professor of finance has warned that South Africa could face significant economic consequences including reduced exports and job losses if tensions with Ghana and other African trading partners lead to a decline in trade and investment relations. He noted that South Africa's reliance on sectors with strong continental links means reduced African demand could affect businesses and employment across the country.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee Nana Asafo Adjei has urged Ghana and South Africa to resolve their diplomatic differences through established channels rather than public social media exchanges, following tensions over xenophobic attacks in South Africa targeting foreign nationals including Ghanaians. He expressed concern over public disagreement between Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and South African counterpart Ronald Lamola on social media, arguing such sensitive matters are best handled through direct diplomatic engagement.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has stated that it is legally permissible to attempt to withdraw money from a frozen bank account, even though the transaction may ultimately fail. His comments follow the arrest of former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba at Accra International Airport on Saturday night, after investigators said he allegedly attempted to withdraw funds from a frozen account before travelling to the United Kingdom.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former NHIA CEO Dr. Dacosta Aboagye has called for urgent psychological support and public health intervention for flood victims, warning that survivors face serious emotional and mental health challenges including trauma, anxiety, and distress after the disaster.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Jinapor, Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has called for Ghana to develop a formal evacuation policy for citizens in distress abroad, citing recent events involving Ghanaians in South Africa. He argues the country must establish a structured evacuation framework with dedicated legislation and a state institution, rather than relying on ad hoc responses to emergencies.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An international relations expert has cautioned against calls for Ghana and other African countries to boycott South African goods in response to xenophobic protests, saying diplomatic channels have not been exhausted and economic retaliation could undermine resolution efforts.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →