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Staff of Ghana’s embassy in Iran have been successfully evacuated – Ablakwa
Posted on with No CommentThe Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that staff of Ghana’s embassy in Iran have been evacuated from that country. This follows renewed strikes on the country by US-Israeli sponsored missiles. “I am delighted to announce that … Read more →
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Limited flights leave UAE but disruption continues amid Iran strikes
Posted on | CommentA limited number of flights have been able to leave the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as departures across the Middle East continue to be disrupted by the joint Israeli and US war on Iran. More than 4,000 flights a day … Read more →
11 foreigners face trial over counterfeit dollar operation in Ga South
Posted on | CommentEleven foreigners apprehended for allegedly running a counterfeit US dollar printing operation at Tuba in the Ga South Municipality are now facing prosecution, the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has confirmed. The suspects were detained on 5 January 2026 by the … Read more →
Middle East tensions: Ghana has over 5 weeks of fuel in stock – NPA assures
Posted on | CommentThe National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has moved to calm public anxiety over potential fuel shortages, assuring Ghanaians that the country has adequate petroleum stocks despite escalating tensions in the Middle East. Speaking on JoyNews on Sunday, March 1, the Director … Read more →
Fuel prices set to rise again with petrol up 3.59%, diesel 1.52% in March window
Posted on | CommentConsumers should brace for higher fuel costs in the first pricing window of March 2026, as petroleum prices are expected to increase marginally at the pumps. According to the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), “Petroleum prices beginning the 1st window … Read more →
Emergency care in crisis: Policies look good on paper but fail in practice — GMA General Secretary
Posted on | CommentDr Richard Selormey, General Secretary of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), says while Ghana’s health policy documents may appear impressive, the reality within the country’s emergency care system tells a different story. “It is good that you are referencing the … Read more →
What is the UK’s new travel system and how are dual nationals affected?
Posted on | CommentA new travel system for visitors to the UK comes into force from Wednesday for citizens of dozens of countries, including the US and Australia. The government says electronic travel authorisation (ETA) will improve the immigration system. However, it has … Read more →
‘No country can fight terrorism alone’ – US AFRICOM Commander
Posted on | CommentThe United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) says the fight against terrorism cannot be won by any country acting alone, as violent extremism continues its worrying spread from the Sahel toward coastal states. Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), … Read more →
U.S. Embassy warns Ghanaian travellers against visa overstays during 2026 World Cup
Posted on | CommentThe United States Embassy has cautioned Ghanaian travellers planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup against overstaying their visas. It warned that violations of U.S. immigration laws could result in serious consequences, including future travel ineligibility. The Charge d’Affaires, … Read more →
We’re unable to confirm nationality of man in sexually explicit images with Ghanaian women – Russia
Posted on | CommentRussian authorities say they’re unable to confirm the nationality of the individual at the centre of the publication of sexually explicit images of some Ghanaian women without their consent. The Foreign Affairs Ministry says the Russian Ambassador to Ghana, Sergei … Read more →
Gov’t pays GH¢10bn in DDEP interest
Posted on | CommentGovernment has paid GH¢10 billion in interest under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), marking a major milestone in the country’s fiscal consolidation efforts. The payment, announced on Wednesday, is the sixth coupon settlement under the programme and the second … Read more →
Apple just made switching to Android easier with iOS 26.3
Posted on | CommentApple’s iOS 26.3 update makes it easier to switch from iPhone to Android. Here’s how the new transfer feature works and which devices support it. Apple has released iOS 26.3, and while it may not look like a flashy update … Read more →
Ghanaian passport holders can now travel to 50 countries without visa – Foreign Affairs Minister
Posted on | CommentHolders of the Ghanaian passport can now travel to about 50 countries without visa. This number is expected to increase in the coming days as Ghana signs more visa waiver agreements with other countries. This was disclosed by the Foreign … Read more →
COCOBOD slashes management salaries by up to 20%
Posted on | CommentGhana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced salary reductions for its executive management and senior staff as part of measures to address ongoing liquidity constraints within the cocoa industry. In a press release dated February 16, 2026, the Board disclosed that … Read more →
98.8% of Ghana’s small scale gold exports went to Dubai and India in 2025 – GoldBod data
Posted on | CommentData obtained by JoyNews Research from GoldBod through a Right to Information request shows that Ghana’s small scale gold exports in 2025 were overwhelmingly concentrated in just two markets. Of the 103,804 kilograms of small-scale gold exported through GoldBod in … Read more →
Moon sighting for Ramadan 2026 set for February 18 – Office of Chief Imam
Posted on | CommentThe Office of the National Chief Imam has announced that the crescent moon for Ramadan 2026 will be observed on Wednesday, February 18. The date is the 29th day of Sha’ban on the Islamic calendar, in line with traditional moon … Read more →
6 deaths, 7 injured in Accra-Nsawam highway petrol tanker fire – GNFS
Posted on | CommentSix people have died following a tragic fire incident involving a petrol tanker and multiple vehicles on the Accra-Nsawam Highway near Okanta in the early hours of Saturday, February 14, 2026. The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed that … Read more →
WR: Neighbour meets his untimely death after separating a fighting couple
Posted on | CommentThe Western Central Regional Police Command has launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Mahamo Village near Benso. The incident, which began as a domestic dispute, turned fatal after the victim attempted to intervene. According to … Read more →
Parliament approves GHC2.9bn for Ghana Medical Trust Fund
Posted on | CommentParliament on Tuesday, February 10, approved a budget of GHC2.9 billion for the Ghana Medical Trust Fund for 2026 to enable the organisation to effectively carry out its mandate. The Ghana Medical Trust Fund is tasked with mobilising resources to … Read more →
New VAT won’t spike prices – GRA hits back at Abossey Okai traders
Posted on | CommentThe Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has pushed back against claims by the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Traders Association that the new Value Added Tax regime under the VAT Act, 2025 (Act 1151), will increase consumer prices, distort competition, and burden … Read more →
Trump seeks $1bn in damages from Harvard University
Posted on | CommentDonald Trump announced he will be seeking $1bn (£730m) in damages from Harvard University in his administration’s ongoing feud with the institution. The news comes after the New York Times reported that the US president’s administration had to backtrack from … Read more →
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