Editorials and analysis, clearly labeled.
A columnist reflects on whether respect for the elderly—a cherished Ghanaian cultural value traditionally practiced in homes, marketplaces, and public transport—is gradually disappearing in modern society.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
A columnist reflects on whether respect for the elderly—a cherished Ghanaian cultural value traditionally practiced in homes, marketplaces, and public transport—is gradually disappearing in modern society.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal overturned former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu's conviction after finding the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt. An opinion piece argues this reflects the proper functioning of the justice system and appellate process, and that legal rather than political considerations should guide responses to the ruling.
11 hours ago · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that a proposal for Ghana to assume majority ownership of the Tarkwa Gold Mine after Gold Fields' lease expires in 2027 would be impractical and distract from the real causes of underdevelopment in mining communities, citing the mine's scale and sophistication as a challenge to state acquisition.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that Ghana should introduce a national policy making DNA testing mandatory for all newborns, framed as a public health intervention to identify genetic risks, hereditary diseases, and enable early preventive care and treatment, subject to ethical, legal, and data-protection safeguards.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Leadership effectiveness depends on how well the most important priorities are executed rather than how many priorities are pursued. CEOs should distinguish between urgent and strategic activities, maintain disciplined decision-making, and align resources to improve organisational performance.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana produces thousands of graduates yearly while employers report skills shortages and the country imports skilled labour for sectors where universities have long trained graduates. The Chronicle argues the problem lies in how students are guided into courses and how curricula connect to the country's economic needs, and calls for a comprehensive Courses Marketing and Advocacy System to help secondary students understand employment prospects and national manpower priorities.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
An opinion piece argues that true generosity is purposeful and sacrificial, drawing from Christian theology, rather than transactional with hidden expectations or driven by social pressure.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana produces thousands of graduates annually while employers report skills shortages and the country imports skilled labour for sectors with existing university programmes. The article argues the problem lies in how students are guided into courses and how those courses connect to national economic needs, calling for a comprehensive system to inform students about employment prospects and Ghana's sectoral labour shortages.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece reflecting on the principle that skills, relationships, and institutional capabilities weaken or disappear when left unexercised, whether in personal life, business, or society at large.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana faces a challenge in protecting both freedom of expression and individual dignity while maintaining democratic principles. The article reflects on tensions between defending speech freedoms and enforcing legal boundaries against social media commentators.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Africa has talented AI developers and implementers, but the continent's challenge is not execution but access to where decisions, funding, and standards are set; capital flows along existing networks and platforms remain expensive, concentrating opportunities among those already in the room.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that Ghanaian artistes' musical success and global progress should take precedence over personal remarks between rivals, noting that Stonebwoy's award-winning career and international collaborations demonstrate the value of hard work and consistency.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof. Kwesi Yankah reflects on the June 4, 1979 executions, citing the lack of fair trial for those killed and drawing parallels to concerns about tribunal proceedings. He recounts accounts from orphans of those executed, emphasizing the injustice of their deaths without proper legal defense.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Prof Kwesi Yankah writes an opinion piece reflecting on the June 4th, 1979 executions in Ghana, highlighting the pain of orphans whose fathers were executed without proper trial — only "kangaroo courts" with unseen judges. The piece questions whether due process was afforded to those killed and contrasts their treatment with contemporary cases where officials were given legal representation.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece reflecting on the condition of public washrooms at Prempeh I International Airport in Kumasi, arguing that their cleanliness demonstrates the importance of continuous maintenance systems and discipline — qualities the author suggests are relevant to Ghana's broader development agenda.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that museum studies is a legitimate and economically valuable discipline, noting that the United Kingdom's major national museums generated £563 million in commercial revenue in 2024–25 and that museums create jobs, attract tourists, and contribute substantially to economies through exhibitions, retail, and other enterprises.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof. Isaac Boadi says reducing public expenditure does not equal genuine economic savings unless unspent capital is redirected into productive investments. He also questioned the government's accountability for the 24-Hour Economy Initiative, noting that approximately GHC 110 million has been spent with little verifiable output, and warned of looming debt service challenges if revenue shortfalls persist.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An analysis of the David and Goliath metaphor explores how dominant organisations with pronounced advantages—such as Apple's design reputation or Ghana Television's coverage reach—can become complacent, while underdog firms can leverage innovation to succeed by developing overlooked capabilities.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece examines Ghana's Free Secondary High School (FSHS) policy introduced by the Akufo-Addo government, arguing that while it increased quantitative access to education, it has caused qualitative distortion in the education system that deserves more serious discussion.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that while accountability and investigation of wrongdoing are necessary, justice loses moral authority when driven by political bitterness or vendettas, and that democracies risk becoming cycles of retaliation when each government change becomes an opportunity to punish predecessors.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that while accountability and investigation of wrongdoing are necessary, justice loses its moral foundation when driven by political bitterness or the desire to humiliate opponents, and that nations cannot build peaceful futures by constantly reopening past wounds.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Donald Trump has ordered signs to be placed outside the Smithsonian National Museum of American History warning visitors about exhibits his administration views as "inaccurate" and directing them to sources of "accurate information regarding America's history". The order accuses the museum's leadership of not adequately celebrating America's founders and of advancing social justice ideology, prompting Democratic condemnation as a political overreach.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Abuakwa South MP Samuel Atta Akyea has argued that courts should not be seen pursuing convictions to demonstrate political significance, cautioning that the justice system must remain focused on fair application of the law rather than the number of people imprisoned. His comments follow the conviction and 20-year prison sentence of his client, NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, on illegal mining-related offences.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →