Hackers have obtained about 607,000 records in a cyber-attack on the Department for Education (DfE) in England.

The Archbishop of Canterbury has renewed her commitment to a controversial £100m fund over the Church of England's role in the transatlantic slave trade.

Apple spooked Wall Street on Thursday by warning it expected a "significant" hit from growing supply constraints for its most popular products.

Hundreds of migrants have entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco over the past week, the territory's leader has said.

The government has announced a series of national activities to commemorate the first anniversary of the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight senior public officials and military personnel.

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has rescued 85 victims of human trafficking and 17 foreign nationals during an intelligence-led operation that dismantled a suspected cyber fraud syndicate operating in Dawhenya.

Ghanaian media personality Kwame Dadzie has been named host of the sixth edition of the Ghana Comedy Awards, scheduled for Saturday, 1st August 2026, at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ridge, Accra.

Players found guilty of discrimination will face a ban of at least 10 matches under strengthened Football Association rules coming in for the new season.

One of the longest-running and most fiercely contested legal battles in Ghanaian sports has finally come to an end after the High Court delivered a landmark judgment that decisively settles the governance of amputee football in Ghana.

Business leaders, clergy, philanthropists and other distinguished guests gathered in Accra for a charity gala hosted by Dr. Mrs. Ellen Hagan to raise funds for the Bible Society of Ghana and the L'AÎNÉ Foundation's Nsoromma Programme.

A national anti-human trafficking forum has called on the Government of Ghana to stop treating victims of trafficking for forced cybercrime as criminals, warning that prosecuting them instead of identifying them as victims allows trafficking syndicates to thrive. The call forms part of a communiqué adopted at the National Online Forum commemorating the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, where participants urged state institutions to adopt a victim-centred approach to tackling wha...

A coalition of civil society organisations is set to be launched in Ghana to strengthen the fight against transnational organised crime and the growing trafficking of young people into cyber-enabled scam operations across West Africa. The announcement was made at a national forum held on Thursday, July 30, to mark the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, where participants also adopted a communiqué outlining a series of recommendations for government, financial institutions, techno...

The Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has intensified its fight against illegal mining, impounding nine excavators during a recent operation at the Airport Community in the Obuasi Municipality. The excavators were seized by a joint security task force acting on the directives of REGSEC to curb illegal mining activities and protect the environment.

Former African Union High Representative for Silencing the Guns, Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas, has stressed that democracy goes beyond periodic elections, arguing that it must be supported by a culture of responsible citizenship, accountability and respect for democratic values.

The International Justice Mission (IJM) has called for stronger collaboration among state institutions and civil society organisations to combat human trafficking, as new figures reveal that more than 1,200 victims were rescued in Ghana in 2025. Director of West Africa Programs at IJM, Anita Budu, said tackling the growing threat of human trafficking requires closer coordination between law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, social welfare institutions and development partners to improve inv...

Presidential Adviser at the 24-Hour Economy Authority, Goosie Tanoh, has cautioned that the world is experiencing a profound political transformation marked by the retreat of democratic values, the rise of authoritarian leadership and growing instability, urging Ghanaians to remain committed to inclusive governance and peaceful coexistence.

In its analysis of Ghana’s policy rate, the professional services firm, however, said gold and cocoa exports should support the external sector, although reserves and the cedi remain exposed to energy payments and global volatility.

A circular economy expert has backed the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to ban single-use polystyrene food containers, arguing that the move is necessary to address plastic pollution and reduce environmental challenges including flooding. Founder and Chief Executive Officer of DercolBags Packaging Limited, Derrick Sarfo, said the ban should not be interpreted as a move against all plastic products, but rather against single-use materials that pose risks to public health and...

Parents and guardians of Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates have been urged to actively participate in the Senior High School placement and school selection process.

Former Deputy Attorney General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has criticised the Court of Appeal’s decision to acquit and discharge former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) Chief Executive Officer, Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, describing the ruling as legally flawed and a setback to Ghana’s fight against corruption.

A US cyber defence agency is warning of a significant increase in hackers targeting water and wastewater systems.

US President Donald Trump says he is considering withdrawing Todd Blanche's nomination to be attorney general, as his confirmation appears to be stalled in the Senate.

US technology firm Anthropic says its artificial intelligence (AI) models hacked into the systems of three other firms during a cybersecurity test due to an error that gave them access to the internet.

VAAL Real Estate has officially unveiled Moonbow, its latest premium residential development in Labone, reinforcing the company's commitment to delivering thoughtfully designed homes that combine contemporary urban living with long-term investment value.

Kumensah Kodzo John, 23, a taxi driver, and Wonder Kwame Kudafa, 32, have been arraigned before the Denu Circuit Court over alleged possession of suspected narcotic substances and attempted bribery.

The Trede police in the Atwima-Kwanwoma district of Ashanti have begun investigations into the death of a 35-year-old taxi driver in his car at Kotwi-Nkroanza.

An end is finally in sight to the long-running funding dispute between the Premier League and the English Football League.

Club-record £100m signing Sandro Tonali took "10 minutes" to decide to join Tottenham from Newcastle after meeting manager Roberto de Zerbi at his home.

There is growing expectation that Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes will join Arsenal this summer, multiple sources have told BBC Sport.

The government has presented support packages to the children of the eight state officials who died in the August 6 helicopter crash, as part of efforts to safeguard their welfare and future.

Has respect for the elderly disappeared in Ghana?

National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has called for sustained investment in scientific research, innovation and graduate education, arguing that Ghana's economic transformation will depend more on the quality of its human capital than on its natural resources.

– The Ghana Health Service (GHS) and the International Sickle Cell Centre (ISCC) have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen Ghana’s national response to sickle cell disease (SCD) through coordinated action across education, screening, comprehensive care, research, policy and health systems strengthening. The agreement was signed at the Ghana Health Service Headquarters […]

Former Deputy Attorney-General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has described the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Attionu-Tamakloe as "strange" and "surprising," insisting that the prosecution presented overwhelming evidence to support her conviction.

The Ghana School of Law will on Friday, July 31, hold the Graduation and Closing Ceremony for participants of its Criminal Prosecution and Litigation (CPL) Course at the School's Dome in Makola. The event, scheduled for 2:00 p.m., marks the successful completion of the specialised professional programme, which is designed to strengthen practical skills in criminal prosecution, litigation and courtroom advocacy.

The CAL Advantage Balanced Unit Trust, which combines investments in equities and fixed-income instruments, generated a net annual return of 32.16%, closing the year with a unit price of GH¢2.2211. While the return fell short of its composite benchmark of 35.84%, the fund benefited from the strong performance of equities on the Ghana Stock Exchange

The former Director of Legal Affairs of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Abraham Amaliba, has defended the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, insisting that legal decisions must be based on the law rather than public emotion or political sentiment.

A pre-forum survey conducted by JoyNews ahead of its Volta Regional edition of the Democracy Is Not For Sale Forum has revealed growing concerns among voters about the continued presence of vote buying and illicit political financing in Ghana’s electoral process. The survey, conducted ahead of the forum scheduled for Ho on Friday, July 31, found that many voters in the region are familiar with the practice, with some respondents saying they have witnessed politicians or their representatives...

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged heads of basic schools across Ghana to prioritise holistic education that develops learners academically, socially, emotionally and morally. She said every child has the potential to excel regardless of their family’s financial circumstances, stressing that access to quality teaching, learning resources and supportive school environments plays a critical role in determining educational outcomes.

The Member of Parliament for Suame and Legal Counsel for the Minority Caucus, John Darko, has expressed reservations about the Court of Appeal’s decision to acquit and discharge former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu.

Fifteen elephants found dead in southern Kenya outside the Amboseli National Park are suspected to have been poisoned by eating tomatoes that had been sprayed with pesticides on nearby farms.

US talk-show host Oprah Winfrey says the school for girls that she launched in South Africa nearly 20 years will close next year.

In the west of India, the mountainous region of Mahabaleshwar is home to most of India's strawberry farms.

Ghanaian-owned garment manufacturing company Anowah Afrique has unveiled an ambitious plan to expand employment opportunities.

An Accra High Court has dismissed an application by Faiza Seidu Wuni, the second accused in an ongoing criminal trial, seeking permission to travel abroad with her seven-year-old son for medical assessment and treatment.

Chelsea have signed France's World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.

Ghanaian youngster Prince Amoako Jnr was among the scorers as FC Nordsjaelland produced a dominant display to thrash Swedish side GAIS 6-0 in their UEFA Conference League qualifying clash on Thursday night.

A 24-year-old bystander has sustained a severe gunshot injury to his right thigh during renewed clashes between civilians and police in Wechiau in the Wa West District.

England defender John Stones has joined Italian champions Inter Milan on a free transfer and signed a two-year contract.

Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has partnered with Points Africa, a mobile-first rewards platform, to expand the benefits available to customers under its Rewards by Access loyalty programme.

The two-day National Conference on Stemming the Growing Indiscipline in Schools in an Emerging World has ended with a call for a coordinated national response to address indiscipline and promote safe, respectful and supportive learning environments across Ghanaian schools.

Former Deputy Attorney General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has criticised the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Attionu-Tamakloe.

The government of Ghana has announced that Ghanaian financial institutions and private developers have accessed $35.5 million through the country's partnership with Shelter Afrique Development Bank to support housing and mortgage financing, as it launches a comprehensive assessment aimed at addressing the country's persistent housing deficit.

The European Union has committed an additional €4 million to support Ghana's efforts to combat human trafficking, reinforcing interventions aimed at preventing the crime, protecting victims and strengthening prosecutions.

The judgment of the Court of Appeal acquitting and discharging Former MASLOC boss Sedina Tamakloe is out. It's 94 pages. I advise you to read it and form an opinion. If you cannot do that immediately, here's a summary. This is just provided for information purposes and is not a substitute for judgment. Sedina Tamakloe Attionu as we all know ran MASLOC from 2013 to 2017. When she left office, EOCO came knocking, and by 2019 she and her Operations Manager, Daniel Axim, faced 78 criminal counts...

The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, has filed an urgent application at the Court of Appeal seeking a stay of execution of the judgment that acquitted and discharged former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu. The application was filed on Thursday, July 30, hours after a three-member panel of the Court of Appeal unanimously overturned Madam Tamakloe-Attionu’s conviction and 10-year prison sentence, s...

Ghana’s takeaway industry is expected to undergo a major shift towards kraft paper, biodegradable containers and other environmentally friendly packaging options as the country prepares to phase out single-use polystyrene (styrofoam) from January 1, 2027. The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) says the transition is aimed at reducing plastic pollution, protecting public health and promoting sustainable alternatives rather than restricting businesses without viable replacements.

Former Chief of Staff and senior lawyer Nana Ato Dadzie has backed the proposed Tribunal Bill, describing it as a potential step towards strengthening Ghana’s justice system and improving accountability. Speaking at a Governance and Leadership Seminar organised by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung in collaboration with the Department of Political Science at the University of Ghana, Mr Dadzie said democratic institutions must continue to evolve to respond to changing societal needs.

The Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu has generated intense public debate. Many Ghanaians have expressed disappointment, while others have questioned the basis of the ruling.

The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has rejected claims that the government bears responsibility for the Court of Appeal’s decision to acquit and discharge former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu.