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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The Ghana Navy and Zambia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral defence cooperation following a courtesy visit by the newly appointed Zambian Defence Attaché to Ghana, Colonel Brian Kandiwa Moyo, to the Naval Headquarters on Thursday, 23 July 2026.

    Ghana Navy, Zambia reaffirm commitment to strengthening defence cooperation
  3. Joy Online

    But the authors said that the declines last year were steeper than this historical trend in five countries: Uganda, Haiti, Zambia, South Africa and Kenya.

    Fewer children got US-backed HIV treatment after aid cuts, study finds
  4. Joy Online

    The experts studied chimpanzees and bonobos living at two great ape sanctuaries in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia.

    Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
  5. Joy Online

    Eight healthcare professionals from Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Togo and Zambia participated in the blended eight-week course.

    JICA is committed to strengthening laboratory capacity and biomedical research networks across Africa – JICA Ghana Chief Representative
  6. Joy Online

    s (NCDS), Burma Camp, on the theme: “Beyond External Audit and Oversight: Rethinking Strategic Options for Safeguarding the Public Purse in Ghana.” The engagement brought together senior officers of the Ghana Armed Forces, officers from Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda and Zambia

    GH¢38.99bn flagged by Auditor-General, but only GH¢12.72bn recovered – PAC Vice Chairman
  7. Joy Online

    s (NCDS), Burma Camp, on the theme: “Beyond External Audit and Oversight: Rethinking Strategic Options for Safeguarding the Public Purse in Ghana.” The engagement brought together senior officers of the Ghana Armed Forces, officers from Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda and Zambia

    GH¢38.99bn flagged by Auditor-General, but only GH¢12.72bn recovered – PAC Vice Chairman
  8. Joy Online

    It was launched following a social media debate over President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to wear a traditional Fugu during a state visit to Zambia, after some online users in the country described the outfit as a “blouse”.

    Months after launch, has the Fugu Wednesday campaign lost momentum?
  9. Joy Online

    Drawn in a challenging Group C alongside Nigeria, Zambia and Egypt, the Scorchers will look to build on the momentum of a memorable qualifying campaign as they make their long-awaited debut on the continental stage.

    WAFCON 2026: Malawi ready for historic tournament debut
  10. Joy Online

    Zambia is mourning the death of former Vice-President and acting President Guy Scott, the country’s only white holder of either office, who has died at his farm in Lusaka at the age of 82.

    Zambia’s only white Vice-President and acting President, Guy Scott, dies at 82
  11. Joy Online

    Zambia’s former Vice President Guy Scott, who in 2014 became Africa’s ​first white head of state ‌in two decades when he briefly served as acting president, has died at the age ​of 82, the government said ​on Wednesday.

    Zambia’s former Vice President Guy Scott dies at 82

Monday 17 August

  1. ICU-Ghana General Secretary awarded Africa's Most Respected CEO

    Morgan Ayawine, General Secretary of the Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union (ICU-Ghana), was recognised as Africa's Most Respected CEO in Labour and Union Leadership at the 2026 Africa's Most Respected CEOs Conference and Awards in Lusaka, Zambia, for his visionary leadership, business excellence, and innovation.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Zambian security forces arrest 11 over alleged insurrection plot

    Security forces in Zambia have arrested 11 people, including leading opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile, allegedly involved in an insurrection plot involving foreign nationals and illegal military training camps. Authorities say they seized high-grade military weapons and ammunition; Mundubile described the raid as "an attempt on my life" and claimed colleagues were shot, while observers have raised concerns about media freedom and late electoral reforms ahead of the vote.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. ICU-Ghana's Ayawine named Africa's most respected labour CEO

    Morgan Ayawine, General Secretary of the Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union (ICU-Ghana), has been honoured as "Africa's Most Respected CEO in Labour and Union Leadership" at the 6th Africa's Most Respected CEOs Conference and Awards in Lusaka, Zambia. The award recognised his visionary leadership, commitment to ethical governance, and contribution to organisational success and sustainable economic development.

    17 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  4. Zambian security forces arrest 11 people including opposition figures

    Zambian security forces have arrested 11 people, including senior opposition figures, allegedly involved in an insurrection plot and seized weapons. Leading opposition candidate Brian Mundubile was found at the scene of the raid in Lusaka and described it as "an attempt on my life," claiming colleagues were shot in his presence.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

  5. ICU-Ghana General Secretary wins Africa's Most Respected CEO award

    Morgan Ayawine, General Secretary of the Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union (ICU-Ghana), has been honoured with the Most Respected CEO in Labour and Union Leadership award at the sixth Africa's Most Respected CEOs Conference and Awards in Lusaka, Zambia, for his visionary leadership, business excellence, innovation and commitment to ethical leadership.

    17 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  6. Zambia's Hichilema leads presidential vote count with half declared

    President Hakainde Hichilema held 54.82% of declared votes with nearly half the constituencies counted, putting him on track for re-election without a runoff if he maintains overall majority. His main challenger Brian Mundubile was in second place with 43% of the declared votes.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 14 August

  1. Zambia resumes vote counting after security halt

    Zambia's electoral commission has resumed counting votes from Thursday's presidential, parliamentary and local elections after pausing nationwide due to alleged attacks on polling staff and theft of marked ballot papers. President Hakainde Hichilema is seeking a second term against 13 challengers led by opposition candidate Brian Mundubile, with results targeted for announcement by the end of Sunday.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Zambia suspends presidential vote counting after polling staff attacks

    Zambia's electoral commission has halted nationwide vote counting from Thursday's presidential, parliamentary and local elections over alleged attacks on polling staff and theft of marked ballot papers. The commission said it would review the suspension within 24 hours, while opposition candidate Brian Mundubile raised concerns about delays and alleged irregularities.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 13 August

  1. Zambia holds presidential and parliamentary election

    Zambia is voting in an election with more than eight million registered voters to choose a president and parliament. President Hakainde Hichilema seeks a second term after steering Zambia through an economic rebound, facing main challenger Brian Mundubile in a contest largely seen as a two-horse race amid concerns about rising living costs and political freedoms.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 12 August

  1. At least 15 die as boat sinks in Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba

    At least 15 people died after a boat carrying 90 passengers and five crew capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe on Tuesday after being hit by a strong wave; 77 passengers have been rescued so far, though the Civil Protection Unit reported 114 adults may have been registered on tickets, suggesting possible overcrowding.

    12 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 9 August

  1. Ghana loses WAFCON quarterfinal to Malawi, misses World Cup spot

    Ghana's Black Queens lost 2-1 to Malawi in the WAFCON 2026 quarterfinals, missing automatic qualification to the 2027 Women's World Cup. A late Rose Kadzere goal decided the match at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on August 9.

    9 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 7 August

  1. Malawi advance to WAFCON quarterfinals despite losing to Zambia

    Malawi qualified for the quarterfinals of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 on goal difference after a 2-1 defeat to Zambia in their final Group C match, finishing ahead of defending champions Nigeria.

    7 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 6 August

  1. UEFA threatens World Cup boycott over Infantino plan

    UEFA says European teams could still boycott competitions including the World Cup, as the governing body maintains its conditions have not been met despite Infantino's scrapped plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors. The English FA has withdrawn support for Infantino, and UEFA says it has lost confidence in his presidency.

    6 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 2 August

  1. Malawi beat Egypt 3-1 at WAFCON 2026 with Chawinga standout

    Temwa Chawinga starred as Malawi defeated Egypt 3-1 in a Group C match at the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026, securing their second successive win and strengthening their quarter-final hopes.

    2 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 July

  1. Malawi stun Nigeria 3-2 in WAFCON 2026 Group C match

    Sisters Temwa and Tabitha Chawinga led rank outsiders Malawi to a shocking 3-2 victory over defending champions Nigeria in a Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group C match in Morocco on Tuesday, with Temwa scoring twice and Tabitha once.

    30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Pan-African Parliament adopts traditional medicine legal framework resolutions

    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

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Malawi defeats defending WAFCON champions Nigeria 3-2 in debut

    Debutants Malawi shocked defending champions Nigeria 3-2 in a Group C opener at WAFCON 2026 in Morocco, with goals from Temwa Chawinga (69th and 95th minutes) and Tabitha Chawinga (74th minute). The victory marks the first time Nigeria has lost a WAFCON match to a tournament debutant, while Zambia topped the group with a 6-0 win over Egypt.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Pan-African Parliament pushes traditional medicine regulation for maternal health

    The Pan-African Parliament has adopted a resolution to integrate traditional medicine into African national health systems and develop a continent-wide legal framework to regulate it, aiming to reduce preventable maternal and newborn deaths while protecting indigenous knowledge.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana hosts 28th AMCOA health regulators conference in 2026

    Ghana will host the 28th Annual Scientific Conference of the Association of Medical Councils of Africa from August 24 to 27, 2026, bringing together more than 300 health regulators, policymakers and medical professionals from across Africa to discuss responsive regulation for safer communities and better health outcomes.

    28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 27 July

  1. Global HIV funding drops 18%, UNAIDS warns of resurgence risk

    Global HIV funding fell by 18% to $7.3 billion in 2025, the lowest level in nearly two decades, according to UNAIDS, which warned that without renewed commitment the world risks reversing progress that has driven new infections and AIDS-related deaths to their lowest level in over 30 years.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. Ghana Navy and Zambia reaffirm defence cooperation commitment

    The Ghana Navy and Zambia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral defence cooperation following a courtesy visit by Zambia's newly appointed Defence Attaché, Colonel Brian Kandiwa Moyo, to Naval Headquarters. Both sides discussed reinforcing military ties and exploring new avenues of collaboration in support of regional peace, security and development.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Study: 77,000 fewer children received US HIV treatment

    Around 77,000 fewer children worldwide received U.S.-supported HIV treatment in the year to October 2025 than in the previous fiscal year, according to a study that attributed the decline to Trump administration cuts and changes to foreign aid. The analysis found U.S.-supported pediatric HIV treatment fell by around 14% year-on-year, though the U.S. State Department disputed the methodology and said the decline reflects the program's success in preventing new infections.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Great apes use touch to build trust before conflicts

    Durham University researchers studying chimpanzees and bonobos at sanctuaries in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia found that touching, embracing and kissing before stressful events—such as feeding—helps the apes reassure each other and access food more peacefully. Individuals who touched and hugged were more likely to eat alongside each other without conflict.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 21 July

  1. JICA trains health professionals in biomedical research across Africa

    JICA Ghana, in partnership with the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, WHO, and other partners, trained eight healthcare professionals from six African countries in parasitology, bacteriology, virology, biosafety, and laboratory quality management systems. Since its launch in 2019, the Third Country Training Programme has trained 80 biomedical scientists from West Africa, Central Africa, and other African countries to strengthen regional diagnostics and outbreak response.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 17 July

  1. Only 33% of flagged funds recovered, PAC vice chair warns

    Ghana's Public Accounts Committee vice chairman Davis Ansah Opoku said the Auditor-General identified GH¢38.99 billion for recovery between 2020 and 2023, but only GH¢12.72 billion was retrieved, citing weak follow-through on audit findings as the main obstacle to accountability.

    17 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GH¢38.99bn flagged by auditor but only GH¢12.72bn recovered

    Ghana's PAC Vice Chairman Davis Ansah Opoku has raised concerns that between 2020 and 2023, the Auditor-General identified GH¢38.99 billion for recovery, but only GH¢12.72 billion had been retrieved, citing follow-through on accountability measures as a major challenge rather than the detection of financial irregularities.

    17 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 16 July

  1. Fugu Wednesday campaign shows awareness but traders report modest sales growth

    The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts' Fugu Wednesday campaign, launched to promote traditional Ghanaian smocks, has raised awareness but traders report it has not yet delivered the expected commercial boost, with some noting initial excitement has diminished.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Malawi prepares for historic debut at WAFCON 2026

    Malawi will compete in their first Women's Africa Cup of Nations at Morocco 2026, drawn in Group C with Nigeria, Zambia and Egypt. The Scorchers qualified after a 2-0 victory against Angola in the second round, and are coached by Lovemore Fazili, who guided them to the 2023 COSAFA Women's Championship title.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Zambia's former Vice-President and acting President Guy Scott dies at 82

    Guy Scott, Zambia's only white Vice-President and acting President, has died at his farm in Lusaka at age 82. Scott served as Vice-President from 2011 to 2014 and as acting President from October 2014 to January 2015 following President Michael Sata's death.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Zambia's former Vice President Guy Scott dies at 82

    Guy Scott, who served as Zambia's Vice President from 2011 to 2014 and became acting president from October 2014 to January 2015, has died at 82 in Lusaka. Scott's brief tenure made him Africa's first white head of state in two decades since South Africa's F.W. de Klerk left office in 1994.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

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