5 h. ago Rejecting coins as a means of payment is illegal – BoG warns traders

The Bank of Ghana is urging the public especially traders and market operators to accept all legally issued coins, including smaller denominations such as 1, 5, 10, 20, and 50 pesewas, as valid forms of payment. This follows increasing reports of the lower denominations being rejected in everyday transactions, a practice the central bank says […]

Events

30 h. ago NPP opens media accreditation for July 19 National Delegates Congress

With just five days to go until its highly anticipated 2025 National Delegates Congress, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially opened its media accreditation process, rolling out comprehensive guidelines designed to facilitate smooth entry and extensive coverage for journalists. The political event, where the party is expected to elect its flagbearer for the 2028 […]

Politics

36 h. ago SA police minister suspended over organised crime allegations

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on an immediate "leave of absence" after allegations of links to organised crime were made against him.

Events

36 h. ago Trump will be hosted by King at Windsor during second state visit

Donald Trump has formally accepted an invitation from King Charles III to join him and Queen Camilla for an unprecedented second state visit, Buckingham Palace has said.

Politics

58 h. ago Embrace rural postings to address shortage – Dr Apaak urges teachers

Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has made a passionate appeal to newly qualified teachers to accept postings to rural and underserved communities, emphasising that their commitment is crucial to bridging the nation's persistent educational disparities.

Politics

62 h. ago Chief Justice’s ECOWAS court action sparks accountability debate

The unprecedented legal challenge launched by suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo at the ECOWAS Court of Justice has ignited a debate about judicial accountability and the independence of the judiciary.

Events

3 d. ago NPP wants to mar the beauty of the voting process, NDC not involved in violence – Tanko Computer

Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Rashid Tanko Computer, has accused the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of entering the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun with intention to disrupt the electoral process rather than engage in a fair contest.

Events

4 d. ago I don’t trust the NDC, so we’re staying vigilant – Sammi Awuku

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) member of parliament for Akuapim North, Sammi Awuku has said that the party is staying vigilant in the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun because its main opponent, the National Democratic Congress, is not to be trusted in the process. Speaking to Joy News reporter Jacqueline Yeboah at a polling station […]

Politics

4 d. ago BoG sets August 15 as deadline for Virtual Assets Service Providers registration

According to the Central Bank, this registration is part of a preliminary regulatory process to identify and assess entities engaging in virtual asset activities. This includes virtual asset exchange services, wallet provision or custody services; transfer or settlement services involving virtual assets; and services related to the issuance or sale of virtual assets, including initial coin offerings (ICOs) and stablecoins.

Events

4 d. ago Swedish minister reveals teenage son linked to extremist groups

Sweden's migration minister says he will not resign after it was revealed his teenage son has links to white supremacist groups.

Politics

5 d. ago Ablekuma North rerun: We won’t legitimise a flawed process – Haruna Mohammed

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has reaffirmed its decision to boycott the Electoral Commission’s (EC) planned parliamentary election rerun in 19 polling stations within the Ablekuma North constituency. The party described the process as a dangerous precedent that undermines electoral integrity. Speaking on JoyFM’s Top Story on Wednesday, July 9, Deputy General Secretary of the […]

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6 d. ago CJ Torkornoo to ECOWAS Court: My right to fair hearing breached, order Ghana to stop violation

Chief Justice of the Republic, Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, has filed two applications at the Community Court of Justice of the Economic Court of West Africa States (ECOWAS) for the enforcement of her human rights over what she says is a blatant disregard to her right for a fair hearing guaranteed by both the Ghana’s 1992 constitution and the 1991 protocol of the Community Court of Justice.

Sport

6 d. ago Every effort must be made to revive Baba Yara Stadium – Sports Minister

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has pledged to restore the Baba Yara Sports Stadium to an acceptable standard following a recent working visit to the facility.

Politics

6 d. ago NSA boss sounds alarm on the state of facilities, calls for patience from Ghanaians

Ankrah made this admission while submitting his association's first report to the Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams.

Politics

6 d. ago I want to lead Ghana to the 2026 World Cup – Mohammed Fuseini

With four games left in the qualification process, Ghana sit top of Group I, three points clear of second-placed Comoros.

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6 d. ago 64% of CEOs in Ghana optimistic firms will thrive beyond next decade if – PwC Report

The survey response data suggested that, in every aspect of the strategic decision-making process, Ghana’s CEOs are “outperforming” their African and global peers—whether it involves countering confirmation bias or big picture analysis.

Politics

6 d. ago TOR throws light on premix composition amid sector reforms at stakeholder engagement

The Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has clarified the composition and production process of premix fuel following public calls for greater technical understanding of the product used predominantly by Ghana’s fishing communities.

Politics

6 d. ago TOR dismisses claims of unchecked fuel dispatches, highlights strict multi

The Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has refuted claims that fuel products, particularly premix fuel, are dispatched from its facility without proper oversight or verification.

Politics

6 d. ago Suspended CJ sues Ghana at ECOWAS Court over alleged Human Rights abuse

The Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem Sai, has confirmed that suspended Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, has filed a case against the Republic of Ghana at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in Abuja, Nigeria.

Events

7 d. ago CJ suspension: We’ve done our part, awaiting committee’s findings – Mahama

President John Mahama says his administration is awaiting the outcome of the special committee investigating the suspended Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, as part of constitutional processes triggered earlier this year.

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