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Students are building a bushfire-fighting robot - but can it protect vulnerable farming communities?

Telecel Foundation's DigiTech Academy cohort 3 nears graduation, with students across five regions showcasing robotics, coding, and digital solutions. In Jirapa, a team is finalizing a robot designed to detect and combat bushfires - hinting at the real-world impact of the program.

Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality

Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality cannot sustain permanently

Walking is more than just a way to get from point A to B - but how does it affect your strength?

Many dismiss walking as just cardio, but it's a fundamental movement pattern impacting much more. How you walk affects everything from pelvic alignment to nervous system regulation - setting the stage for overall strength.

GCB Bank's "Pa To Pa" promo ends with a grand finale - but who walked away with the top prizes?

GCB Bank's "Pa To Pa" promo, a customer reward initiative that began in December 2025, has reached its grand finale. The five-month nationwide campaign transformed saving into a competitive experience - but what was the result?

Could volunteering be the secret weapon for career growth that Africa has been overlooking? Find out!

Volunteering is often seen as goodwill, but it can be a powerful career accelerator, especially in Africa where education and employability have a disconnect. This is a look at how volunteering can bridge the gap - offering invaluable experience.

Vivo Energy Ghana's 'SHEPower' summit ignites discussions around women's roles and innovative solutions - but what's at stake?

Vivo Energy Ghana held its annual 'SHEPower' summit in Kumasi, focusing on empowering women in the energy sector with innovative solutions for a sustainable Ghana. The summit featured expert panels and innovation exhibitions - but the discussions have the potential to reshape Ghana's energy landscape.

Ghana's health and economic future could hinge on a critical tax overhaul-discover why experts are pushing for change.

VAST Ghana has advocated for a comprehensive review of Ghana's excise tax framework, specifically targeting tobacco, alcohol, and sugar-sweetened beverages. This initiative aims to address the increasing burden of non-communicable diseases and enhance domestic revenue mobilization.

Accra gears up to host eLearning Africa 2026 - but what innovative solutions will emerge for the continent's digital future?

Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will open eLearning Africa 2026 in Accra, a leading conference on digital education. The event aims to address how African countries can manage digital learning systems - but what unique approaches will be discussed?

The Vice President says Africa must develop its own technologies- but how can the continent achieve this?

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang addressed the Oxford Africa Conference on the need for Africa to lead its own transformation. She emphasized building systems rooted in African realities- but what does this entail?

New buses arrive, but can they overcome the hurdles that have plagued Ghana's public transport?

Vice-President Opoku-Agyemang commissioned 100 new Metro Mass buses as part of a larger government initiative. This move aims to address critical issues within Ghana's public transportation sector- but what challenges remain?

Tsatsu Tsikata says the worst judicial manipulation in Ghana is receding, arguing that conscience, persistence and the c

Tsatsu Tsikata says the worst judicial manipulation in Ghana is receding, arguing that conscience, persistence and the courts can still deliver justice.

A veteran Iranian politician, seen as a backroom powerbroker, is dead - what does this mean for the region?

Ali Larijani, a veteran Iranian politician and close adviser to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has died - he was a powerful figure in the Islamic Republic. His death raises questions about the future of Iran's leadership and regional influence.

Graduates are charged to apply their knowledge and skills toward national and global development- but how?

Takoradi Technical University held its 26th Special Congregation Ceremony in Takoradi. The university reiterated its dedication to equipping students- including those with disabilities- with relevant competencies.

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?

Chiefs are calling for justice and calm - what is happening in Sampa that has eroded their confidence?

Traditional authorities in Sampa are appealing for intervention. They are asking the government to step in and address ongoing violence in their community - but why now?

Ghana is set to acquire a presidential aircraft - but what impact will this have on governance and public perception?

Ghana's presidency confirmed plans to acquire a dedicated presidential aircraft by November. This development follows public debate - but what could this mean for the country's leadership?

YEC calls for action-oriented young leaders- but what qualities are needed to drive Ghana's development?

The Youth Empowerment Consortium (YEC) is advocating for action-oriented young leaders to propel Ghana's development. The call was made during the induction of participants under the YEC Governance Programme- but what qualities are they looking for?

A whopping $300 million is headed to Ghana's schools - but how will it reshape the future for students?

The World Bank and the Ghanaian government are collaborating on a new initiative to transform secondary education. This partnership aims to modernise the education system - but what specific changes are on the horizon?