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A new road safety policy will soon require drivers to arrange for towing much faster - or else what?

The NRSA says drivers must arrange towing within 30 minutes in city centers under a new policy accompanying the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Abraham Amaliba says vehicle owners will subscribe to towing services, like insurance. Discussions are underway with insurance companies.

Why are Wuru residents near the Burkina Faso border living in fear, and what does it mean for Ghana's security?

Wuru residents are demanding the release of youth leader Sadat Ibrahim, allegedly abducted in Burkina Faso. They also seek justice for Akorugu, a trader killed near the border last month - residents claim insecurity has worsened since December.

A fuel tanker accident at Wassa Kwabeng threatened disaster - but what exactly happened next?

The Ghana National Fire Service averted a fuel tanker explosion at Wassa Kwabeng after a tanker carrying 18,000 litres of petrol overturned. Residents were evacuated and traffic diverted as a precaution. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident.

Are Ghana's security service aptitude tests really AI-managed, or is there more to the story?

Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak denies AI manages security service aptitude tests. He clarifies that Trybnet, a Ghanaian tech firm, is helping digitalise HR for police, prisons, immigration, and fire services. The goal is to modernise operations, but human oversight remains central.

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.

A rice-laden tricycle's brake failure led to a crash - but who is in critical condition, and what does it mean for.

A tricycle crash at Hwidem-Agogo road has left one person in critical condition. The tricycle, carrying rice, experienced brake failure and collided with a Voxy car. The injured individual is reportedly the rice owner.

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.

Why is Amsterdam's Jewish community on edge after an explosion at a school?

An explosion hit a Jewish school in Amsterdam, labeled a "targeted attack" by the mayor. This follows rising antisemitic incidents in Europe, including attacks in Rotterdam and Belgium. The incident raises concerns about the safety of Jewish communities abroad.

A senior police officer is dead, and cryptic messages to his wife may hold the key to understanding what happened next..

DSP Rockson Gyasi was found dead at his Akweteyman residence, with a pistol nearby. The Tesano Police are investigating the death as a possible suicide - his wife discovered the body. WhatsApp messages sent to his wife are being examined for clues.

Should SSNIT registration be automatic for all businesses? A new proposal aims to protect Ghanaian workers' futures...

A call has been made for mandatory SSNIT registration for all registered businesses in Ghana. This is to ensure retirement protection for workers and sustainability of the pension system - but how will this be achieved?

With tensions rising, will the Strait of Hormuz become a global flashpoint?

Trump wants allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions. This comes as Iran threatens retaliation for US airstrikes, escalating conflict in the Middle East. The situation raises concerns about global oil supply disruptions.

A Ghanaian journalist is heading to the University of Chicago - but what complex investigations await him?

JoyNews' Kwetey Nartey was selected for the 2026 Stigler Center Journalism Fellowship at the University of Chicago. He is among seven journalists chosen worldwide for this program. Nartey will enhance skills in investigating financial crimes.

A new framework seeks to overhaul water management in Ahafo - but can it bridge the infrastructure gap?

IRC Ghana and the Ahafo RCC held a meeting to validate a draft framework for sustainable rural water infrastructure. The framework, funded by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, aims to strengthen WASH master plans.

Why is the government planning to ban gas cylinder imports, and how will it affect local consumers?

The Energy Minister announced plans to ban gas cylinder imports, aiming to boost local production. The ministry is working with NPA and Ghana Gas to revamp the Ghana Cylinder Manufacturing Company (GCMC), needing $8 million for retooling - $6 million already secured.

Why is the One District One Factory (1D1F) program now facing serious questions about millions in supposed debts?

An audit revealed a fictitious GH¢89.4 million debt claimed under the 1D1F program. Auditors flagged a suspicious GH¢10.

A brazen robbery in Asankrangwa targeting Chinese nationals has led to arrests, but what will the investigation uncover?

Police in the Western Central Region have arrested five men after a robbery at a spare parts shop in Asankrangwa. The suspects allegedly attacked Chinese nationals, stealing GH¢200,000 and other items. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend other suspects.