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Bright Simons: Why Ghana’s galamsey problem remains unsolvable in the current political culture

I had initially decided not to write about why illegal small-scale mining, or galamsey, cannot be solved under Ghana’s current political culture. The reason is simple:...

Embattled Chief Justice Torkornoo & the Wi-Fi Placards: “Immediate and without delay” meets Article 146

A new protest has landed in Accra without visas or vuvuzelas—the Wi-Fi placard. From comfortable rooms in London and Commonwealth latitudes arrived a thunderous...

Engr. Eric Atta-Sonno writes: Lessons from Nairobi

Over the last three days, I have been in Nairobi attending to some professional matters. As I moved in and around the city undertaking my...

Ace Ankomah: Don’t leave hope: Mourning Dr Omane Boamah, my ‘unlikely’ and ‘secret’ acquaintance

Dr Omane Boamah and I met in person for the first time at Rex Omar’s mother’s funeral on April 13, 2024. Naughty Rex had...

Time to harness the religious tourism potential of our country

Last Tuesday, I was at the Kotoka International Airport preparing to travel to Kenya on a national assignment. While going through departure formalities, my attention...

Beyond mourning: A call for a national intervention policy for public servants in times of disaster

In Ghana, the death of a public servant in the line of duty often evokes national grief, glowing tributes, and, in some cases, state-led...

National loss, personal pain: The families we must not forget

Ghana is still reeling from the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two ministers and six others last Wednesday. As flags fly...

The eight fallen heroes and the fight against galamsey; a call for decisive action

August 6, 2025, will forever be etched in Ghana’s memory as Black Wednesday. On this tragic day, a Ghana Air Force Harbin Z-9 helicopter, carrying...

Bawumia: A leader who puts Ghana above politics

Former Vice-President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s leadership has never been about the politics of division, but about the higher calling of unity. Throughout his career, he...

Honouring history, inspiring growth: The case for an Adansi Brofoyedur helicopter crash memorial

Tucked within the lush cocoa-growing landscapes of the Adansi Brofoyedur area lies a site of both tragedy and untapped potential — the location of...

Inflation is falling, the cedi is rising: So why are prices still high?

Ghana is currently experiencing what should be a moment of economic optimism. Inflation has been on a steady decline throughout the first half of...

EXPLAINER! The black box: the key to unlocking the truth behind Ghana’s helicopter crash

Following the devastating military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals, including two government ministers, questions are mounting over what went wrong...

Selling Africa for acceptance

My sister spent five years in prison for "enslaving" our aunt from the village. Sent to help my sister with her newborn so my mother...

Perception as a strategic asset: How DStv can turn image hurdles into growth opportunities

In the world of branding, perception is everything. It is no longer shaped solely by advertising and corporate messages, but also by consumer experiences,...

Repeal of Emissions Levy Act 1112, a jolt in the fight against climate change

In what seems to me like supersonic speed, less than 48 hours after the presentation of the budget statement and Economic Policy of government...

Corn, Chickens & Nolle Prosequis: Ghana’s New Menu of Justice

In this Republic of Uncommon Sense, Lady Justice has opened a pop‑up restaurant, and the menu is simple: return 60% of the goat and...

Choking on the fumes: How spoilt car exhaust pipes are fueling climate change in Ghana

In the bustling streets of Accra, Kumasi, and other urban centres across Ghana, the hum of traffic is constant. But beneath that familiar sound lies...

Kofi Okyere-Darko: Random thoughts on growing up around Daddy Lumba

I first met Papa in 1990, thanks to my auntie, Mrs. Felicia Danso. She had told us she had a surprise waiting at her...

Ambassador-designate Kojo Choi: A juridico-political examination of jus Soli and Jus Sanguinis in the context of Ghanaian citizenship

A Voice from China The nomination of Mr. Kojo Choi as Ghana’s Ambassador to the Republic of Korea has engendered significant public discourse concerning the legitimacy...

Open Letter: When losing is also leadership; A plea to Her Ladyship Gertrude Torkornoo 

Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo, Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana Accra Your Ladyship, There are moments in a jurist’s life when the highest service to...

JoyNews’ Carlos Calony expresses gratitude for support following assault by military officer

I wish to express my profound gratitude to every one of you for the overwhelming support, concern, and solidarity shown following the unfortunate assault...

Strengthening Ghana’s legal framework to combat cyberbullying: Comprehensive measures for online safety

Cyberbullying has emerged as a significant issue in the digital age, causing psychological harm and distress to victims. Ghana, like many countries, faces challenges...

Building a stronger democratic foundation: Enhancing electoral infrastructure in Ghana

In the pursuit of a robust democracy, Ghana stands at a pivotal juncture, poised to bolster the integrity of its electoral processes. Recent discussions have...

Pioneering justice: Crafting a transformative legal system for Ghana’s future

In Ghana, the legal system serves as the bedrock of society, tasked with safeguarding rights, resolving disputes, and upholding the rule of law. Yet,...

Trafficked, abused, but resilient: How a survivor is turning his pain into purpose 

“We take this work of advocacy seriously, and we mean it when we say we don’t want any child to suffer as we did!” Those...

Ensuring presidential transportation safety: A strategic solution

Rhetorical Questions for Reflection: Are we doing enough to ensure the safety of our President through meticulous vehicle selection and driver training? How can...

Safeguarding digital connectivity: The role of cyber insurance in telecommunications

In today's digital age, where connectivity is essential for both personal and professional endeavors, the threat of cyberattacks looms large. As individuals and organizations...

Unmasking the environmental impact of sand winning on Kasoa and surrounding areas

In the bustling urban sprawl of Kasoa and its environs, a silent battle rages beneath the surface, hidden from the hustle and bustle of...

Rethinking Ghana’s roads: Safety, access, and emergency readiness

Road construction in Ghana has seen major strides over the years, with massive projects rolled out in cities, towns, and even remote areas. From...

Godfred Dame writes: Attorney General’s press conferences marred by falsehoods

The penchant of the Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, to peddle untruths in his press conferences is becoming quite alarming. On 28th July, 2025,...

Driving to death: Why Ghana’s roads are sillent killers

In Ghana today, driving is not merely a mode of transport. It is an extreme sport and an act of survival. From the dusty...

Coding controversy: Cybersecurity pro decodes Ghana deputy minister’s answer – right, wrong, or misunderstood?

The recent parliamentary exchange regarding coding has sparked significant discussion across Ghana's tech community and beyond. As someone who has spent over 10 years in...

What about Patrick Boamah?

In one of its most difficult moments in recent memory, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) appears to be bleeding across its structures. From the grassroots...

How to send money from Ghana to Nigeria without using a bank

Sending money between African countries like Ghana and Nigeria has long been a slow, expensive, and frustrating process, especially through traditional banking systems. Long transaction...

From basic to giving: Ghana’s Gen Z and the future of work

They were born to a world that was buffering not in silence, but in signal.Cradled by cassettes, weaned on Wi-Fi, these are the children...

Ghana can do better if we work together

Rome was not built in a day—but more importantly, Rome was not built alone. It took the collective effort of people, their shared sweat,...

Bright Simons: National Cathedral; a holy mess

Ghana's National Cathedral was initially budgeted to cost $100 million. The revised figure used by its auditors is $350 million. However, with less than...

Brothers, is your libido worth your life? Let’s talk Blood Pressure, Herbal Mixtures, and Silent Deaths

Brethren, let’s have a brutally honest conversation. Why is it that when the doctor prescribes antihypertensive, the first thing many ask is: “Will it kill...

Climate refugees: How tidal waves are uprooting lives and erasing Ghana’s coastal heritage

The night the ocean came for us, the wind howled like a warning, then came the roar, fierce and unrelenting, as if the Atlantic...

Ghana’s democracy on the brink: A call for responsibility and reform

Ghana, once hailed as the beacon of democracy in West Africa, now teeters on a fragile edge. The scent of political tension thickens with...