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Will Ghana's education and energy systems hold under mounting pressure - and what role should external actors play?

JoyNews' Newsfile on Saturday examines SHS placement gaps, ECG's PSP, PUWU's World Bank dispute, and SOE governance.

Tune in to Prime Insight this Saturday as experts dissect the latest political storm involving Kennedy Agyapong and the impact of new utility tariffs.

This Saturday's Prime Insight on Joy Prime will tackle the controversy surrounding Kennedy Agyapong and recent utility tariff hikes. The discussions

The Tribunals Bill, 2026, is stirring a national debate, with some seeing it as a vital reform and others fearing a return to a controversial past.

Ghana's Parliament is currently debating the Tribunals Bill, 2026, sparking national discussion among MPs, lawyers, academics, and civil society.

Why is the NPP UK branch demanding an independent audit into Ghana's gold purchasing, even as Parliament prepares for its own inquiry?

The UK branch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is calling for an independent forensic audit into Ghana's domestic gold purchasing operations. This

Afenyo-Markin's political journey and leadership style are under the microscope, raising questions about his impact on the NPP.

Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, MP for Effutu, is a controversial figure in Ghanaian politics. His actions and inactions have drawn scrutiny

Kofi Bentil says the OSP power debate was settled before the law passed. What changed?

Kofi Bentil of IMANI Africa has reignited debate around the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP)-specifically its prosecutorial powers. Bentil claims the OSP's authority was settled long ago, but renewed controversy hints at deeper issues within Ghana's legal framework-what could they be?

The Chief Justice's decision on vacation judges is stirring up a storm-find out why lawyers and politicians are raising questions.

A controversy has erupted over the Chief Justice's selection of judges for legal vacation cases, following petitions from lawyers Godfred Dame and

A Ghanaian Chief Justice's recent remarks about the nation's past eight years have ignited a political firestorm-what could he have said?

Ghana's Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, made observations during visits to state organizations that have sparked political debate. His comments

Why does Bishop Gyamfi consider President Mahama's stance on the LGBTQ bill a "dangerous statement?"

Bishop Gyamfi has criticised President Mahama's recent remarks about the LGBTQ bill currently before Parliament - a stance that has triggered concerns. The Bishop warns this sends a troubling signal about the President's commitment.

Why is a prominent political figure being urged to address serious allegations, and what steps are being taken to ensure accountability?

PAGA has urged Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin to clear his name following allegations by GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi. The organization

The NPP accuses the government of autocratic tendencies- but what actions prompted such strong words?

The NPP has made serious accusations against President Mahama's administration- alleging authoritarian tactics. The party suggests a troubling trend, but what could this mean for Ghana's democracy?

A circulating document has caught the attention of the OSP, prompting an investigation into alleged financial transactions tied to parliamentary

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has launched an investigation into a document alleging a payment linked to Parliament's Appointments

NPP says recent arrests under the Mahama administration point to a clampdown on dissent, with Abronye DC's detention int

NPP says recent arrests under the Mahama administration point to a clampdown on dissent, with Abronye DC's detention intensifying the national debate.

Why is the Minority Leader facing backlash for questioning the Bank of Ghana's gold purchase program, and what are the alleged financial implications?

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin is defending his scrutiny of the Bank of Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP) and the Ghana Gold

The Minority Caucus and GoldBod's CEO are locked in a heated exchange over the interpretation of IMF findings on Ghana's gold purchase program.

Ghana's Minority in Parliament is demanding accountability from the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) regarding significant losses from the Bank of Ghana's

Why did the Majority insist on a closed-door briefing from the Bank of Ghana Governor, prompting a Minority walkout?

A dispute arose in Ghana's Parliament regarding the Bank of Ghana Governor's briefing on the cedi's stability and foreign exchange management. The

A government official is confident Mahama will pass the anti-LGBTQ bill - but his reasoning is raising eyebrows.

Local Government Minister Ahmed Ibrahim believes President Mahama will approve the anti-LGBTQ bill when passed- citing religious leaders' influence. He suggests figures like Rev. Wengam hold sway, but what could this mean for the bill's future?

Sam George says the anti-LGBTQI bill will be processed "expeditiously" - but can he guarantee its passage?

Sam George insists the anti-LGBTQI bill will reach President Mahama's desk. Religious bodies have expressed concerns over delays in processing the controversial bill - but what will happen next?