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Why is the Mahama government tightening its belt, and which programs will benefit?

The Mahama administration is cutting wasteful spending to fund key national initiatives, according to Ako Gunn. This includes reducing benefits for political appointees. The move aims to free up resources for priority projects.

Why is Bank of Africa supporting the National Chief Imam's office during Ramadan - and what impact will it have?

Bank of Africa donated to the National Chief Imam's office to support Muslims during Ramadan. The donation aims to support activities during the holy month. The bank says this gesture reaffirms its commitment to community development and religious harmony in Ghana.

Ghana's roads are about to get a whole lot smarter, but how will this tech affect your daily commute?

The Road Safety Commission plans to expand digital traffic enforcement using the Traffitech project. Digital cameras will be deployed on major roads to detect offences like speeding - reducing the need for manual police patrols.

Is Ghana's energy strategy built on solid ground, or are there hidden cracks beneath the surface?

Bright Simons of IMANI Africa has questioned Ghana's energy strategy after the commissioning of the MT Asharami Ghana LPG carrier. He suggests the focus on LPG highlights deeper issues within Ghana's gas policy framework. Simons argues that political commitments outpace institutional capacity.

What changes are coming to Ghana's roads with the new Okada Law, and who will benefit from the new regulations?

JoyNews' "The Law" will discuss the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025 - also known as the Okada Law. The law legalizes motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles for commercial use once it is assented to by the President.

Why is Zelensky accusing European allies of 'blackmail' amid a row over Russian oil and a vital loan?

Volodymyr Zelensky has accused EU allies of blackmail over the Druzhba pipeline, which transports Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. Zelensky says reopening it would be like lifting sanctions on Moscow - while Hungary blocks EU sanctions until it reopens.

Why did Israeli forces open fire on a Palestinian family in the West Bank, leaving two children orphaned?

Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian couple, Ali and Waad Bani Odeh, and two of their children, Mohammed (5) and Othman (7), in the occupied West Bank. The incident occurred in Tammum during an Israeli military operation. Two other children survived with injuries.

Torrential rains have caused deadly flooding in Kenya, but what's being done to help those affected?

Flooding in Kenya has killed at least 62 people after heavy rains, with 33 deaths in Nairobi alone. The flooding damaged roads and infrastructure, forcing over 2,000 to seek shelter. President Ruto says emergency aid is being delivered - but more rain is expected.

Why is the government being asked to apologize over the 24-Hour Economy Policy?

Michael Okyere Baafi is urging the government to apologize for allegedly changing the 24-Hour Economy Policy's formula from "1-3-3" to "4-1-9". The NPP MP claims this shift, without consultation, confuses Ghanaians and requires explanation - especially regarding investment promotion.

A residential building at Lapaz Race Course has been hit by fire - but what started the blaze?

A fire destroyed the ground floor of a residential building at Lapaz Race Course in Accra on March 11, 2026. The Ghana National Fire Service contained the blaze, preventing it from spreading. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire.

Why is an NPP MP questioning government priorities regarding sanitary pads and a major petroleum project?

NPP MP George Kwame Aboagye has criticized the government for prioritizing a GH¢300 million sanitary pad purchase over the Petroleum Hub project. He argues the funds could better serve the hub in Jomoro, potentially employing 800,000 Ghanaians.