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Gov’t must invest in sports infrastructure, not World Cup fan sponsorship – Edem Agbana

The Member of Parliament for Ketu North Constituency, Eric Edem Agbana, has called on the government to focus on developing sports infrastructure rather than...

Kufuor calls for stronger separation of powers, greater parliamentary control over national budget

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has called for a stricter separation of powers in Ghana’s governance system, arguing that the executive arm of government...

Deaths among mortuary workers highlight critical PPE shortage

Several mortuary workers across Ghana have reportedly lost their lives due to a lack of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), a situation described as alarming...

Council of State not enough to check executive – Kufuor

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has called for the establishment of a second, non-democratic chamber to advise presidents and strengthen accountability within Ghana’s governance...

‘Thirst in the North’: Residents resort to sharing water with livestock

In JoyNews’ latest Hotline documentary, the team visited several underserved communities across the five regions of northern Ghana. Led by Nana Boakye Danquah Yiadom, the...

Kufuor calls for higher pay for public servants to curb corruption

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has called for a major overhaul of public sector remuneration in Ghana, arguing that low wages for government officials...

Kufuor proposes second house of Parliament made up of traditional leaders, professionals

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has proposed the creation of a second chamber of Parliament made up of traditional rulers, religious leaders, academics, trade...

SIM registration alone won’t stop fraud – Telecoms Chamber CEO

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, says SIM registration alone will not eliminate fraud in the country, stressing...

NCA Director explains rationale behind new SIM re-registration exercise

The Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has clarified that the government’s decision to conduct a new SIM re-registration exercise...

Acting Sefwi Wiawso Paramount Chief resolves Amoaya chieftaincy dispute, calls for peace and unity

The Acting Paramount Chief of the Sefwi Wiawso Traditional Area and Chief of Sefwi Boinzan, Nana Ofori Ahenkan II, has successfully resolved a longstanding...

Titus Owusu Darko wins top honour at 2026 Commonwealth Parliamentary debate

Titus Owusu Darko, a student at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), has been crowned the Overall Best Debater at the 2026...

299 entrepreneurs in Oti Region set to receive grants under Adwumawura Programme

A total of 299 young entrepreneurs in the Oti Region are being prepared to access grant support through the Adwumawura Programme, an initiative aimed...

NAS CEO denies claims ambulances won’t be repaired

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Ambulance Service (NAS), Dr. George Kojo Owusu, has dismissed reports suggesting that the Service will not repair...

This week will be decisive – NPA boss on crude prices amidst Middle East tensions

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority, Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, has highlighted how geopolitical events can quickly influence global oil prices. In a...

COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa to speak at UN event in New York

Technical Advisor to the Minister of Interior, COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah (Mrs.), will be a speaker at the United Nations Headquarters in New...

Kenyasi No. 2 Queen Mother threatens ban on Okada

The Paramount Queen Mother of Kenyasi No. 2 in the Ahafo Region, Nana Akua Aboagyewaa Tinkwamaa II, has threatened to ban commercial motorbike (okada)...

Prof. Michael Ayamga urges African scientists to reclaim their place in public policy

At the opening of the Summer School 2026 Ghana on Extractive Investments and Resource Conflicts in Sub-Saharan Africa, Prof. Michael Ayamga delivered a compelling...

Five dead, others injured in Gbeniyiri clash

Five people have been killed and five others injured in a clash between residents and herdsmen in Gbeniyiri and surrounding communities in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba...

NSA releases PIN codes for 14,349 trained teachers

The National Service Authority (NSA) has released Personal Identification Number (PIN) codes for 14,349 trained teachers, enabling them to register for the 2026/2027 National...

TUC holds back support as CLOGSAG strike cripples public services

Cracks are emerging on the labour front as the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has declared it cannot yet endorse the indefinite nationwide strike initiated...

Telcos risk sanctions over poor call quality as NCA tightens standards

Telecommunications companies operating in Ghana risk facing regulatory penalties if they fail to comply with tighter call quality standards introduced by the National Communications...

GES warns teachers against unauthorised visits and media engagement

Ghana Education Service (GES) has cautioned teachers across the country against bypassing official administrative channels when addressing their concerns. In a statement released on Monday,...

Police identify fifth suspect in killing of Liberian national at Sakumono

The Ghana Police Service has identified a fifth suspect in connection with the killing of Austin Tengbeh, a 26-year-old Liberian information technology specialist who...

UniMAC defeats UG, KNUST to win Commonwealth Day Debate at Parliament

The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has emerged winner of the 2026 Commonwealth Day Debate Competition held at the Parliament of Ghana. The...

SSNIT ends 2025 with over GH₵25bn asset value, investments – Director-General

The Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Kwesi Afreh Biney, has disclosed that the pension scheme recorded a total asset...

IGP clarifies withdrawal of Special Operations Taskforce from Tamale

The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has explained the rationale behind the withdrawal of the Police Special Operations Taskforce, popularly referred to as...

Osei Assibey Antwi faces 21 counts as state files amended charge sheet

The state has filed an amended charge sheet in the criminal case against former National Service Authority (NSA) Executive Director Osei Assibey Antwi, increasing...

See the areas that will be affected by ECG’s planned maintenance on Tuesday, March 10, 2026

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a series of scheduled maintenance works across four operational regions for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, with...

Couple arrested for allegedly beheading newborn for ritual purposes in Awutu Bontrase

The Awutu Bereku District Police Command, led by Superintendent Edmond Nyamekye, has arrested a couple for allegedly beheading their newborn baby and removing its...

Obra Show: Mother accuses man of bolting with twins after denying paternity

A storm of emotion swept through the Obra Show on Nhyira FM, simulcast on Adom TV, when Mary Boamah appeared before host Ohemaa Benewa...

Heavy rainfall causes havoc in Obuasekrom

Two church buildings and several homes have collapsed in Obuasekrom, in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region, following heavy rainfall, leaving many...

DWM marks International Women’s Day, honours Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings’ legacy

Developing Women for Mobilisation (DWM) has marked this year’s International Women’s Day by calling for renewed commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality. In a...

Government pays GH¢2.6bn to clear NHIS arrears – Health Minister

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has announced that the government paid GH¢2.6 billion to the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) in 2025...

Nkwanta South MCE Joseph Antwi Awal to receive World Diplomatic Federation Award

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Nkwanta South, Joseph Antwi Awal, is set to receive a prestigious award from the World Diplomatic Federation (WODIF)...

Court ordered promotion, but Police demand exams — 40 officers petition Deputy AG

About 40 police officers have petitioned the Deputy Attorney-General over a directive issued by the Ghana Police Service, which they say contradicts a ruling...

One killed as Toyota Voxy crashes into truck at Teacher Mantey

One person has been confirmed dead following a crash involving a Toyota Voxy and a stationary MAN Diesel truck at Teacher Mantey on the...

Ban on pay-TV services at Presidency in force; my office is the only place with DsTV – Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has affirmed that the Mahama-led government remains committed to its decision to cut expenditure, including the...

Asiedu Nketia urges farmers, industry to address tomato glut in Ghana

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has urged improved coordination between farmers and industries to tackle the persistent...

CLOGSAG strike disrupts services at assemblies in Ashanti Region

The ongoing strike by the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) is significantly disrupting operations across the Ashanti Region, with several...

MoFFA Compliance Operation shuts down Enchi mortuary and other facilities over violations

The Mortuaries and Funeral Facilities Agency has temporarily closed the Enchi Government Hospital Mortuary and other facilities in the Western North Region following violations...