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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
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?
Amidst growing anti-foreigner sentiment in South Africa, discover how Zimbabwe is navigating calls for retaliatory measures against South African
Zimbabwe's government is addressing parliamentary calls to expel South Africans amidst rising xenophobia in South Africa. The debate highlights the
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
UHAS is tackling neonatal infections in the Volta Region- but what challenges will they face?
UHAS has launched a 3-year research initiative at Ho Teaching Hospital, addressing neonatal infections and antimicrobial resistance. The project aims to reduce deaths caused by drug-resistant infections- but what systemic gaps will they uncover?
The UP supports free healthcare, claiming the policy originated in their manifesto - but is all as it seems?
The United Party (UP) has expressed its support for President Mahama's Free Primary Healthcare policy. The party claims the initiative originated from their manifesto - but what does this mean for the future of healthcare?
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?
A motorcycle accident victim arrived at three hospitals, but what happened next raises serious questions about emergency care.
A report on Charles Amissah's death reveals failures in Ghana's emergency care system - from ambulance services to hospital triage. The question is now being asked if a series of failures across institutions contributed to a tragic outcome.
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 professional doctorate in AI is coming to Africa - but who is it for, and why now?
The Open Institute of Technology (OPIT) will begin a new online doctorate in Applied Artificial Intelligence in 2026. The program aims to address the growing demand for tech leadership across Africa's digital economies - but what impact will it have?
Minister Tia's address covered key sectors - but what advancements will residents find most impactful?
North East Regional Minister Ibrahim Tia addressed the Government Accountability Series in Nalerigu. He highlighted progress across infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, security, and economic growth in the region - but what does this mean for residents?
A global summit in Ghana aims to tackle the rise in non-communicable diseases-but can research deliver real-world solutions?
Global health leaders and policymakers convened in Accra for an NIHR symposium-focusing on tackling the surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide. The meeting explored strategies for sustainable health interventions across continents-but the impact remains to be seen.
Why is the Minority in Parliament sounding the alarm about the government's healthcare spending, and what could it mean for public health?
The Minority in Parliament is accusing the government of underfunding the health sector, warning of a deepening public health crisis. This alleged
Ghana's Health Ministry is cracking down on nursing training colleges- find out why their admission practices are under scrutiny.
The Ministry of Health is warning heads of health training institutions about strict compliance with admission guidelines for the upcoming academic
A probe into Ghana's health sector reveals potential misconduct - but will it uncover the truth?
Ghana's Health Ministry has received a report investigating alleged unethical practices- or "medical kalabule"- at two major hospitals. The probe highlights potential misconduct and systemic issues, raising questions about healthcare governance and accountability- but what did it find?
A boost for Ghana's healthcare! But how will new equipment improve access to essential services?
The Ministry of Health has received a donation to bolster the Free Primary Healthcare initiative. The contribution aims to strengthen healthcare delivery - but what impact will it have?
The government estimates a hefty annual budget for free primary healthcare - but can they deliver?
Health Minister Mintah Akandoh discussed the financial requirements for the Free Primary Healthcare policy. The policy aims to broaden healthcare access - but what resources are needed to make this a reality?