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New water projects in Ashanti could transform farming - but what will they really deliver?
Work has begun on two inland valley water conservation projects in the Ashanti Region, targeting communities in Sekyere East and Atwima Nwabiagya…
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.
A thriving rubber plantation is now a landscape of scars - what does this mean for the future of Ghana's rubber industry?
Illegal mining continues to plague the Ghana Rubber Estate Limited (GREL) plantation in the Western Region. The destruction is evident, but the long-term implications for the region are only beginning to be understood -.
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?
A new World Bank strategy seeks to transform health systems in West and Central Africa - but how will they achieve this?
The World Bank has launched a regional strategy to transform health systems in Ghana and other West and Central African countries. The strategy aims to improve health outcomes and support productivity- but what challenges will they face?
Discover how a major international financial institution is supporting clean energy infrastructure in North Africa amidst evolving climate finance
The World Bank has approved significant financing for a new pumped hydropower storage plant in Morocco. This decision follows a recent shift in the
Ghana's seed system is getting a reset - but what does this mean for the country's broader agricultural transformation?
A National Seed System Reset Programme has been launched at the University of Ghana, bringing together stakeholders to discuss strengthening Ghana's seed system. The programme aims to create a modern, coordinated pipeline - hinting at the future of Ghana's agricultural transformation agenda.
Discover how the Tamale Metropolitan Assembly is empowering local farmers and fostering a greener, more resilient city.
The Tamale Metropolitan Assembly has initiated a significant agricultural support program for local farmers. This effort aims to bolster food
A nationwide registration of small-scale miners has begun - but what does this mean for the future of the industry?
The government, in collaboration with the Minerals Commission, has initiated a nationwide registration of small-scale miners. This exercise aims to formalise and regulate the sector - but what benefits will this bring to the miners?
A crucial hospital project remains incomplete, leaving residents without adequate healthcare - what's the hold-up?
PIAC is concerned about abandoned development projects funded by petroleum revenues, including the Agenda 111 hospital in Tease. The Committee urges the government to prioritize completion of health sector projects - but why?
Ghana can develop rapidly if it prioritizes engineering, science, and tech - but how can the nation achieve this?
Ing Ludwig Annang Hesse says engineering, science, and technology are critical for Ghana's development. He urges Ghana to emulate Asian countries by prioritizing these fields - but what changes are needed to make this a reality?
A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods a
A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods and subsequent deadly disease
Can a rural community in Ghana chart its own development path without waiting for Accra?
The Paramount Chief of Jirapa Traditional Area has launched the Anwelle Foundation to drive rural development.
Sachet water prices are set to increase - what factors are contributing to this change?
NASPAWAP has announced an upcoming price increase for sachet water starting April 6, 2026. The association cites a global polymer shortage and rising production costs - but what does this mean for the average Ghanaian?
Sachet water producers are setting the record straight on new pricing - but is it good news for consumers?
The National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers has addressed the recent price adjustments for sachet water. Kwame Agyapong-Ntra explained the factors influencing the decision to set a maximum retail price- but how will this affect consumers?
Authorities are struggling to keep up as illegal miners become increasingly resourceful - and dangerous.
NAIMOS has ramped up efforts to combat illegal mining- locally known as "galamsey"- across Ghana. The crackdown has led to significant disruptions, but the situation is more complex than it appears.
Discover how overlapping police jurisdictions are creating significant challenges for anti-galamsey operations in Juaben.
Juaben MCE Eunice Ohenewaa Ansu is concerned about conflicting police jurisdictions hindering efforts against illegal mining in the municipality.
After a worrying five-year decline, can the Energy Ministry turn things around for Ghana's petroleum sector?
Ghana's Ministry of Energy is targeting a major recovery for the upstream petroleum sector after five years of decline- with the aim to boost crude oil production. The state has rolled out structural measures designed to strengthen the energy sector- but what does this mean for the future?