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Discover how Zoomlion Ghana Limited's commitment to sustainable waste management and innovation earned them top honors at a prestigious industry

Zoomlion Ghana Limited has been recognized at the 8th Health, Environment, Safety and Security (HESS) Awards 2026 for its contributions to

An alumnus's commitment to his alma mater is set to transform the daily experience for students and staff at Saltpond Methodist A Basic School.

Saltpond Methodist A Basic School has long struggled with inadequate washroom facilities, impacting the learning environment for its pupils and

Yazz is expanding its outreach through a high school engagement campaign - but what issues will it address?

Yazz Personal Care Products is intensifying its fight against period poverty with a nationwide school outreach campaign. This initiative aims to promote menstrual hygiene among young girls- but what impact will it have?

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?

Ghanaian leaders must confront fundamental questions regarding waste management to tackle Accra's flooding crisis effectively.

Accra faces persistent flooding issues, a direct consequence of inadequate waste management. This ongoing challenge highlights critical questions

Opoku-Agyemang celebrates mothers, but what initiatives did she mention to support women's empowerment?

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang has celebrated mothers in Ghana and worldwide on Mother's Day. She acknowledges their vital roles in families, communities, and economies- but what specific commitments did she highlight?

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?

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?

An NGO is stepping in to help girls stay in school. What challenges are these students facing in their education?

Tim Africa Aid Ghana (TAAG) is supporting schoolgirls in the Asunafo South District with essential school supplies. The donation aims to address challenges faced by girls in rural communities - but what issues are they facing?

Thousands of police personnel have traded their usual duties for sanitation work in a nationwide effort-find out why this massive deployment is

Ghanaian police officers are participating in a two-day national cleanup exercise to restore flood-affected areas and mitigate future disaster

A recent investigation into online network marketing schemes reveals disturbing living conditions and potential public health risks among Ghanaian

Ghanaian youth are increasingly falling victim to international online network marketing schemes promising quick wealth. These schemes are raising

Over 160 students gained new skills to combat unemployment - but what does this mean for Ghana's future workforce?

The Yamfo College of Health TEIN chapter empowered students with vocational skills. This initiative aims to help students navigate the challenges of unemployment after school - but what skills did they learn?

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.

The Wassa-Damang Youth Association is neutral on who takes over Damang Mine - but they have demands.

The Wassa-Damang Youth Association has stated they don't care which company takes over the Damang Mine. The group insists that community development remains their top priority - but what does that mean for the future?

The Traditional Medicine Practice Council is cracking down on uncertified massage therapists, but what dangers lurk in the unregulated industry?

Ghana's Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) is intensifying efforts to regulate the country's booming massage therapy sector. This

A KMA task force swooped down on some alleged criminals - but what did they find, and what does it mean for the city?

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) task force has apprehended some individuals in the Ashanti region. The suspects were allegedly involved in illicit activities - but what could they be?

Why are Gbintiri residents refusing to pay market tolls-and what does it have to do with a 14-day ultimatum?

Gbintiri residents and traditional leaders are boycotting market revenue payments-citing neglect and exclusion from the 24-hour economy initiative. The community demands fiscal transparency and reinvestment-or face a permanent breakdown in cooperation.

Ghana faces a persistent flood crisis, prompting a parliamentary call for immediate, coordinated action to prevent further loss and destruction.

Francis Asenso-Boakye, Ranking Member on Parliament's Select Committee on Local Government and Decentralisation, has called for a National Flood