Police arrest suspect over church threat video

The Police have arrested a 22‑year‑old suspect alleged to have threatened attacks on churches in a viral social media video.  The video, intercepted by the Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) in Accra on April 5, 2026, showed a masked individual posing as a bandit

NRSA declares Toyota Voxy illegal for commercial transport over safety risks

The Technical Working Committee of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has declared the use of Toyota Voxy vehicles for commercial transport illegal, citing safety concerns linked to their design and widespread modification in Ghana. The directive follows an investigation into the growing

Road fatalities surge in 2026 despite intensified safety efforts – NRSA

Road fatalities in Ghana continue to rise sharply in 2026 despite intensified nationwide safety education and enforcement efforts, the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) said on Tuesday. Mr Joshua Quist, the Greater Accra Regional Director of the Authority, said preliminary data indicated a

Ghana launches first maternal mental health policy 

Ghana has launched its first Maternal Mental Health Policy (2026–2037) to integrate mental health services into maternal care nationwide.  The policy seeks to address mental health challenges affecting pregnant women and new mothers by embedding care from pre-conception through at least one year

Multiple vehicles involved in accident at Ayi Mensah

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed a multi-vehicle accident at Ayi Mensah in Accra. In a Facebook update on Monday, April 6, the Service indicated that a team from the Madina Fire Station had been dispatched to the scene to carry

Reform UK pledges to end issuing visas to countries demanding slave reparations

A right-wing populist party in the United Kingdom, Reform UK, has announced plans to block visas for nationals of countries pursuing slave trade reparations, following the adoption of a landmark United Nations resolution on the issue. The party’s spokesperson, Zia Yusuf, defended the

Every gram will be tracked – Gold Board unveils traceability push to deal with illegally-mined gold

The CEO of the Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has outlined sweeping measures to ensure all small-scale gold purchases in Ghana are traceable and responsibly sourced. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business Edition recently, he said the initiative is anchored on strict licensing,

Trade Ministry intervenes to stop sachet water price increase, talks set for Wednesday

The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has announced that the price of sachet water will remain unchanged, following the suspension of a planned increase that was expected to take effect on Monday, April 6. In a press statement, the Ministry commended the

German FA to cooperate with Otto Addo’s anti-racism group Roots

The German Football Federation (DFB) is expanding its engagement against discrimination of all kinds in a cooperation with anti-racism group Roots which is led by former Bundesliga player and former Ghana coach Oddo Addo. The DFB said on Thursday that racism was not

Condom shortage hits Kwahu Obomeng as health officials intensify STI prevention campaign

A shortage of condoms has been recorded at Kwahu Obomeng during this year’s Kwahu Easter festivities, as health officials intensify efforts to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS among revellers. With thousands of visitors thronging Kwahu for the annual celebrations, demand for condoms has