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With xenophobia on the rise in South Africa, who will be left to blame when the 'foreigners' are gone?

South Africa is experiencing another surge of xenophobic violence, this time targeting West Africans. The author warns that misdiagnosing the root causes of South Africa's problems could lead to internal conflict- with devastating consequences.

A collaboration in Ningo Prampram aims to empower young girls - but what challenges do they still face?

WIM Ghana and Sista Wings International collaborated on the "One Girl Child, Two Sanitary Pads Initiative" at Nyigbenya D/A Basic Schools. The AngloGold Ashanti-supported initiative focused on menstrual and personal hygiene - but what impact will it have?

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

Food safety in Ghana is allegedly threatened by dangerous practices - but what is being done about it?

A radio commentator laments the decline of food safety in Ghana, where contaminated food is becoming a public health concern - from waakye beans cooked with paracetamol to plantain fried with plastic. What does this mean for public health?

Are unrealistic expectations for immediate change hindering Africa's long-term development?

Across Africa, citizens are demanding immediate transformation from governments- despite inheriting challenges decades in the making. Is this growing impatience trapping the continent in a cycle of repeated disappointments - movement without arrival?

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.

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 reflects on Mfantsipim's multi-generational impact - and issues a mandate for the future of education.

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang joined Mfantsipim School to inaugurate its 150th-anniversary celebrations. She sees the institution as a pillar that has reinforced Ghana's intellectual foundations - but what makes it so special?

From a mining town to the IMF - what pivotal moments shaped Valeria Mensah's journey in economics?

Valeria Mensah is an economist with the IMF, blending her skills with an interest in global economic development. She shares her journey from a Ghanaian mining town to shaping economic policies - but how did her past shape her future?

United Pension Trustees is advocating for an end to menstruation stigma- but what impact will it have?

United Pension Trustees is working to eliminate the stigma around menstruation- collaborating with Nana Awuah-Darko Ampem II to donate sanitary products and hold seminars. The initiative hopes to address menstrual poverty and equity in underserved communities- but what challenges remain?

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?

TI Ghana & GIPC are intensifying their media campaign - but what hidden practices are threatening Ghana's investment environment?

TI Ghana and GIPC are working together to fight fronting in Ghana's business sector- they held a workshop for journalists in the Ashanti Region. Accurate reporting can safeguard transparency, but illicit practices continue to threaten Ghana's investment landscape.

Traditional leaders are pushing for change, but can the district balance development with safety?

Wa West chiefs are advocating for municipal status to increase revenue as the district assembly focuses on infrastructure. Road safety and security are also on the agenda - but what challenges lie ahead?

A Ghanaian MP is investing in education, but can it overcome a critical challenge in the Sissala West Constituency?

MP Mohammed Adams Sukparu launched the Sukparu Best Teachers and Scholarship Award programme in the Sissala West Constituency. The initiative aims to recognise educators and provide financial support to students - but a staff shortage threatens progress.

Youth in Jomoro are excited about a new college initiative - but what challenges did they face to get here?

Jomoro youth are expressing their gratitude to key figures for their roles in a new college initiative. The youth say this reflects a commitment to development - but what impact will it have?

A major field assessment mission is underway on an integrated school feeding programme - but what changes will be made?

The WFP, Ghana's government, and the US are assessing a school feeding programme impacting 60,000 pupils in Northern Ghana. The mission is evaluating the intervention's effects on education, nutrition, health, and community livelihoods - but what will they find?