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Discover the hidden costs and profound impact of Ghana's sanitation crisis, and why access to basic amenities remains a distant dream for many.
Ghana faces a critical public health challenge as preventable illnesses linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation claim thousands of lives
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?
The Jirapa MP's actions have sparked conversation - but what's the connection between teachers and health workers?
The Jirapa MP honored educators with motorbikes and appliances at an awards scheme. This event coincided with a donation to the Jirapa Health Service - but what motivated this?
The 3rd Ghana Outstanding Business Achievement Awards (GOBAA) held at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel honored top companies an
The 3rd Ghana Outstanding Business Achievement Awards (GOBAA) held at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel honored top companies and explored global trade
Discover why the WHO believes Ghana's healthcare reforms must shift focus from systems to communities to achieve true Universal Health Coverage.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged Ghana to prioritize communities in its healthcare reforms, emphasizing that Universal Health Coverage
Discover how Ghana's annual road crash losses are impacting its economy and what this means for the nation's development.
Ghana faces a significant economic drain from road crashes, as highlighted by a recent World Bank report. The financial impact of these incidents
Wa West District Assembly has commissioned 10 new boreholes under a nearly GH¢500,000 water project to ease shortages a
Wa West District Assembly has commissioned 10 new boreholes under a nearly GH¢500,000 water project to ease shortages and improve emergency response.
Why your choice of friends at university might matter more than your grades - the VC's stark warning to new students.
Presbyterian University Ghana's Vice-Chancellor is addressing fresh postgraduate students at their matriculation ceremony.
UMA donated equipment to a CHPS compound - but what challenges were they facing before this?
The Underground Mining Alliance (UMA)-Subika has engaged with the Amomaso CHPS compound. The donation of medical equipment aims to address a critical need - but what impact will it have on healthcare access?
Discover how the Tano South Municipal Assembly plans to tackle dangerous road conditions and unauthorized revenue collection in the region.
The Tano South Municipal Assembly is addressing a public safety crisis on major highways due to excessive speeding and a lack of speed-calming
Why are stakeholders demanding urgent action on media welfare and ethical standards in Ghana's Upper West Region?
Media leaders, traditional rulers and corporate partners gathered in Wa for the second Upper West GJA Awards, focusing on journalist welfare and…
A queen mother makes a passionate plea - but what could this mean for the women of Buem-Guaman?
Nana Okrebea II, Queenmother of Buem-Guaman, has appealed to the government concerning the "Nkoko Nkitinkiti" initiative. She hopes to bring economic opportunities to rural women - but what does this mean for the community?
A paramount chief makes an appeal that could transform healthcare in the Upper West Region - but will it be heard?
Naa Dinaa Donglabong Ganaa III has appealed to the government to build a new Upper West Regional Hospital in Jirapa. The Paramount Chief also decried neglected infrastructure and logistical support - leaving many to wonder about the future of the municipality.
A new continent-wide law is set to transform how traditional medicine is regulated and integrated across Africa, promising significant changes for
The Pan-African Parliament is developing a Model Law on Traditional Medicines and the Protection of Local Knowledge to integrate traditional
Discover how new resolutions could transform healthcare in Africa by formally recognizing traditional medicine.
The Pan-African Parliament has adopted resolutions championed by Mr. Frank Annoh-Dompreh, pushing for legal recognition of traditional medicine
A new €3 million initiative aims to transform soybean farming in Ghana - but what challenges will it overcome?
The Norwegian government is backing a €3 million programme to strengthen Ghana's soybean value chain and improve market access for farmers.
Discover why health workers are shying away from rural postings in Ghana and the critical impact it's having on healthcare access.
The Northern Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) is facing increasing difficulties in deploying health professionals to
The NHIA is making strides in claims payments and tariff reviews, but what does this mean for healthcare providers and patients across Ghana?
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) reports significant progress in clearing outstanding claims owed to healthcare providers. This comes