The Ministry of Education has taken note of widespread misinformation and misconception circulating in the public domain suggesting that the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, is seeking to impose the study of Arabic on Ghanaian students. In a statement signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister, the Ministry wished to state categorically that there is no policy or directive to impose the study of Arabic on Ghanaian students. The statement clarified that Arabic is a language, not a religion, and that the teaching and learning of the language should not be misconstrued as the promotion or imposition...
Police Arrest Four, Intercept 118 Bags Of Cocoa Destined For Togo
The North East Regional Police Command has arrested four suspects and intercepted 118 bags of cocoa beans, weighing 11,800 kilogrammes, at Bunkpurugu, suspected to have been destined for neighbouring Togo through the Bunkpurugu-Togo border. The suspects are Dickson Asante, 35, driver of the truck; Gideon Tab, 19, his mate; Mohammed Mumin, 22; and Ernestina Akugre, 23, who claimed ownership of the consignment. The interception occurred on 9 August 2026 after Police received information that a Hyundai Rhino truck with registration number AS-3272-25, loaded with plantain and cocoa, was being transported under suspicious circumstances towards the Togo border. Acting on the...
At least 169 killed in Colombia’s largest earthquake in years
At least 169 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years.The death toll is likely to rise, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings. The magnitude 7.4 quake struck at 07:34 (12:34 GMT) at a depth of 103km (64 miles) in Chocó province, the country’s geological service said. It was felt across an enormous area, stretching for hundreds of miles across western Colombia. Many of the deaths have been concentrated in Cali, Colombia’s third most populous city. At least 900 people were injured in the...
GAUA strike: KNUST Administration Offices Opened But Essential IT Services Hampered
Administrative offices at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology remained open while other essential services like I.T. have been disrupted as the industrial action by the Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) enters day two. Members of GAUA are embarking on a nationwide strike in protest of what they describe as unfair market premium and allowance disparities. Although the administrators have laid down their tools, JoyNews checks at the university campus revealed administrative offices are running as students and other non-striking staff sought services from them. Enquiries at these offices indicate that contract staff and administrators who are...
Wontumi appeal has no reasonable chance of success – AG opposes bail application
The Attorney-General has filed processes opposing an application by convicted illegal mining kingpin Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, for bail pending appeal. The State argues that Mr Boasiako’s appeal has no reasonable chance of success and therefore does not provide sufficient grounds for his release from custody. It explained, among other things, that there are no special circumstances existing to admit same. The application follows Mr Boasiako’s conviction and sentencing by the Accra High Court for offences relating to illegal mining activities at Samreboi in the Western Region. Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay on July 20, 2026, sentenced Mr...
GHS, World Vision Train Frontline Health Workers To Boost NTD Detection
The Ghana Health Service (GHS), in partnership with World Vision Ghana, has organised a capacity-building training programme for Community Health Officers and frontline nurses aimed at improving the early detection, referral and management of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) across the country. Speaking at the training held at the Bortianor Polyclinic in the Greater Accra Region, the Programme Manager for NTDs at the GHS, Dr Joseph Kwadwo Larbi Opare, emphasised the critical role frontline health workers play in reaching affected individuals in rural, peri-urban and underserved communities. He said embedding basic NTD identification into routine household visits was a key operational...
CDS Inspects Dambai Military Base, Urges Contractor To Speed Up Work
The Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General William Agyapong, has inspected the Dambai military base project to ascertain progress on the facility, which is expected to serve as a strategic response to growing security challenges in parts of the Oti Region. The inspection, conducted on Friday, 7 August 2026, forms part of efforts by the Military High Command to keep track of the pace of work at the site. During the visit, the CDS urged the contractor handling the project, FT Global Investment Limited, to expedite work to ensure its timely completion, noting the base’s importance to security...
NPA Announces Passing Of Deputy CEO, Dr. Dramani Bukari
The Board and Management of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) have announced, with profound sorrow, the sudden passing of the Authority’s Deputy Chief Executive, Dr. Dramani Bukari. In a statement, the Board and Management described his death as a great loss to the Authority, the downstream petroleum industry, and all who had the privilege of working with him. “We are deeply saddened by his departure, but we take solace in the knowledge that he has returned to his Maker,” the statement said. The Board and Management extended their heartfelt condolences to the family, loved ones and colleagues of the late...
UAE Donates US$1m Relief Items To Flood Victims
The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has donated relief items valued at US$1 million to the Government of Ghana in support of communities affected by the devastating floods of June 29. The donation, made through UAE AID, comprised essential food and household supplies, including cooking oil, sardines, spaghetti, rice, beans, gari, sachet water, mattresses and blankets. Welcoming the UAE delegation, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Hon. Seidu Issifu, expressed profound appreciation on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana for the gesture. He described the UAE’s swift response as a...
Focus Electronic Sets Example in Job Creation, Workers’ Welfare – Trade Minister
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu‑Adjare, has commended Focus Electronic Company Limited for its contribution to job creation, workers’ welfare and the production of quality Made‑in‑Ghana products. During a visit to the company on Monday, August 10, 2026, Hon. Ofosu‑Adjare inspected operations and engaged with management and workers. She expressed satisfaction with the working environment, particularly the conditions provided for the firm’s predominantly female workforce. The Minister noted that the factory was clean, airy and conducive for work, with hostel accommodation and lunch provided for workers. She further praised management for ensuring employees do not bear...