Meet the Ghanaians who "do not wait for intervention, but become the intervention"-find out who they are!
The 2026 JoyNews Impact Makers Awards recognised twelve Ghanaian individuals and organisations. These changemakers are being celebrated for their self-driven solutions to social challenges-but what exactly did they do?
Why are Weija traditional authorities supporting demolition of structures? What does this mean for the community?
Weija traditional authorities, along with the Chief of Lafa Barimba, are involved in addressing flooding issues in the Greater Accra Region- raising questions about development. They are backing government efforts to remove structures on waterways- but what challenges remain?
Unregulated construction near the Akosombo and Kpong Dams may have serious consequences - but what could they be?
The VRA is worried about the increasing construction along the Volta River- activities that may increase flood risks. The developments may also undermine national emergency preparedness for the Akosombo and Kpong Dams- but what does this mean for the region?
Volta Region Fire Commander calls for public support during rescue ops- but what's standing in the way of saving lives?
The Volta Regional Fire Commander is worried about crowds hampering rescue efforts- a situation that could have dire consequences. The Commander is appealing to the public to cooperate with emergency personnel during incidents- but why?
A daycare center reopens after a month - but what changes have been made to ensure the safety of the children?
The Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) has reopened the Community One No. 3 Daycare Centre. The reopening signifies more than a return to the classroom - hinting at a comprehensive reset of the city's approach.
The Speaker of Parliament met with community leaders- but what actions will come from the discussions?
Speaker Alban Bagbin met with leaders from the Upper West Region- including the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) and the Nadowli-Kaleo Students Union (NAKSU). The meeting was held to discuss ways to improve the lives and safety of people in the region- but what was decided?
With Houthis joining the Iran war and US troops arriving, what could this mean for global stability?
Yemen's Houthis have entered the Iran war by launching attacks on Israel, even as the US dispatches Marines to the region- raising the stakes. The conflict's expansion threatens to further destabilize the Middle East and disrupt global affairs- but how?
A school is closed and rituals are planned after mysterious deaths - what could be the cause?
Tension is brewing in Kɔbɛdi, a farming community near Chiraa, after the sudden death of a headmistress. The community is now looking to its traditional leaders- but what are they planning to do?
A livestock market in Ghana's capital is raising concerns - but why are authorities being urged to intervene?
Parliament's Public Accounts Committee is concerned about a growing livestock market in the heart of Accra. The Committee is calling on the Greater Accra Regional Minister to take action - but what could this mean for the capital?