The Daily Beat

Prez Mahama joins national clean-up exercise, Greater Accra Minister warns MMDCEs over waterway developments And, Ashanti Police investigate Chief Inspector over alleged ownership of structures rented to sex workers.

Abu Trica extradited to US over alleged $8m romance scam, Government to repay GH¢54bn in debt servicing in 2027 And NACOC arrests 10 in Cape Coast anti-drug operation.

Fraud cases in financial sector rise from 16,733 in 2024 to 24,778 in 2025, Government intensifies crackdown on illegal opioids, And KMA demolition exercise at Asafo turns chaotic as squatters attack officials with stones.

Minority demands Attorney-General’s resignation over withdrawal of GHC350m from Contingency Fund, HIV prevalence out of nearly 100,000 applicants is not alarming - says Ghana AIDS Commission, And Roads Minister urges ECG & Ghana Water to speed up utility relocations to prevent road project delays.

Alleged GHC308,000 stolen by service person was not Authority’s money- DVLA clarifies, Persons living with HIV raise alarm over shortage of antiretroviral medicines And Ghana Water announces 24-hour Dodowa shutdown.

Ghana declines Ramaphosa state visit request over xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians in South Africa, Ghana Railway Development Authority rejects claims that newly acquired locomotives are obsolete, And NaCCA warns against unapproved learning materials.

National service personnel charged over alleged GH¢308,300 theft, Ghana National fire Service recovers body of man from flooded drain at Kpando And Roberto Martinez steps down as Portugal head coach following 2026 World Cup exit.

Nana Ama Bonsu unveiled as new Asantehemaa, NADMO demolishes unsafe structure to prevent potential disaster at Shama And The Food and Beverages Association demands immediate presidential intervention to stop import policy.

AMA serves notice to intensify desilting, waste collection, enforcement and public education, Government settles US$700 million Eurobond obligation ahead of schedule And The future of Ghana football remains bright.“ — says GFA Boss Kurt Okraku after World Cup exit.

South African police confirm murder of Ghanaian, Odaw River drainage project terminated due to contractor’s poor, And Supreme Court dismisses cases challenging Torkornoo’s removal.

GMet Meteorological Agency forecasts rain and thunderstorms along coast, Finance Ministry allocates GH¢350 million for flood relief, And GRA extends Q2 tax filing deadline after Accra floods.

6 arrested in Kumasi over unregistered pharmaceutical drugs, Illegal miners take over Agenda 111 hospital project site in Adansi And Inflation rises to 5.3% in June.

Bantama MP calls on gov’t to declare one-week flood emergency preparedness exercise, Parliament passes Maritime Offences Bill to fight piracy And Nigerian arrested in Ghana over alleged cyber fraud linked to FBI/INTERPOL.

Over 38,800 displaced, 12 dead after Monday’s floods – Interior Minister confirms, Flood discussions should be devoid of blame game says Bawumia And Black Stars coach backs Accra flood victims ahead of World Cup.

Prez Mahama announces plans for a nationwide effort to clear major drainage channels, GHS warns of waterborne disease and malaria risk as rains and flooding hit And NPP questions government’s acquisition of refurbished locomotives.

Mahama reaffirms government’s commitment to industrialisation, energy security, and value addition, NPP refers petitions against Kennedy Agyapong to Disciplinary Committee for probe and Ibrahim Mahama promises Black Stars special bonus for Croatia victory and World Cup qualification.

Cabinet has directed Attorney-General to draft State Assets Protection Bill to regulate disposal - Mahama, New National Ethics and Anti-corruption Action Plan approved by cabinet - Mahama and President Mahama appoints three new Deputy Comptrollers-General for Immigration Service.

Government declares Friday, July 3, 2026, Republic holiday, GoldBod generated over $10bn from gold exports in 2025 - Deputy Finance Minister and GHS sets up 7-member committee to probe missing baby at Salaga hospital.

NACOC arrests Ghanaian suspect in connection with 320kg meth drug shipment intercepted in Australia, SEC directs online investment platforms to obtain licensing by August 31 and Oracle cuts 21,000 jobs globally as it reshapes business around AI.

Minority rejects PURC tariff hike; says increase ‘does not make mathematical sense’, Energy Levy generated GH¢8.81bn in 2025; GH¢22.67bn was spent on sector debts and shortfalls And GES sets July 20 for release of shortlisted teacher recruitment applicants; review of applications ongoing.

Adwoa Safo sustains gunshot injury to left ear; police launch investigation, Haruna Iddrisu extends ban on lavish school celebrations to all schools in Ghana and Keir Starmer announces his resignation as UK Prime Minister.

Government releases over GHC76 million for the Black Stars World Cup campaign, PURC collaborates with ECG and GRIDCo to ensure reliable power supply for consumers during 2026 FIFA World Cup and Ghana Highway Authority announces temporary closure of Kumasi-Ejura Road at Sataso.

Education Minister assures picketing uniform suppliers of payment, Flooding on KNUST campus disrupts movement And Wontumi seeks plea bargain in EXIM Bank alleged loan fraud case.

Uniform suppliers threaten protest over GH¢50 million Free SHS debt, Ghana nears 90% electricity access – Deputy Energy Minister And US embassy dismantles birth tourism network involving over 100 foreign nationals.

Ghana’s economy grows 6.4% in First Quarter in 2026 – Ghana Statistical Service announce, Government to revise BECE timetable to ease stress on candidates And German Ambassador hints Climate resilience as everyone’s responsibility.

Minority alleges NDC MPs given priority slots for 2026 World Cup sponsorship, Ghana Meteorological Agency warns residents to brace for flash floods in parts of Ghana And Police restore calm after clash between illegal miners and forestry officials in Benso.

Gov’t orders 1,840 agricultural machines from Belarus to boost Feed Ghana Programme, Convicted former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe Attionu arrives in Ghana to begin jail term after U.S. extradition and Nyinahin Catholic SHS teacher arrested after video shows him assaulting female student.

Presidency hints at ministerial reshuffle based on performance after award backlash, Your performance will be assessed based on tangible outcomes, not awards - Prez Mahama tells Ministers and CEOs, and, 100 new buses meant for inter-city routes, not Accra commuter services - Deputy MD of Metro Mass Transit.

Manasseh Azure urges Health Minister not to scapegoat KATH CEO, Housing Minister announces task force to remove illegal structures on Accra waterways And President Mahama calls for fair and strategic partnerships with Africa.

Ghanaian-American sentenced to 17 years for leading US$38m global email fraud scheme, WR: 4 remanded over murder of gold dealer during armed robbery at Sankor and Man who attacked midwife at Tema Polyclinic detained; set to appear in court on June 8.

President Mahama embarks on a state visit to the Republic of Belarus, You cannot renew your lease and sell it — Ato Forson warns mining companies and “We can shock a lot of nations” – Semenyo confident Black Stars can compete with the best.

Finance Ministry releases 85% of Agriculture Ministry’s 2026 budget — GH¢1.677bn disbursed, Law enforcement could have avoided flood and fire disasters - Greater Accra Regional Minister and La Nkwantanang Assembly to intensify demolition of illegal structures after Adenta building collapse.

Inflation rises for second consecutive month to 3.7%, OneGhana Movement demands justice for June 3 disaster victims 11 years on and Food milling centres are becoming ticking health time bomb - Food and Drugs Authority.

Parliament did not follow its own rules on anti LGBTQ bill — Speaker Bagbin, Mahama meets UK Prime Minister to deepen Ghana-UK economic partnership and “I pledge to give everything for my motherland”- Benjamine Asare after World Cup call-up.

Transport Operators Disown 20% Fare Hike, Direct Drivers to Maintain Current Fares, President Mahama assures cedi stability at Ghana-UK Investment Summit And Ghana charts bold course to become West Africa’s drone technology hub by 2035.

Parliament passes reintroduced Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, NDC Council of Elders orders immediate end to premature presidential campaigns And President Mahama says gov’t will procure tickets for diaspora football fans instead of sponsoring travel from Ghana due to $11,000 per fan cost.

President Mahama assures businesses of economic stability, GES appeals for calm as teachers in Tarkwa strike over alleged military brutality And GN Savings and Loans to resume operations after Court of Appeal ruling.

Finance Minister assures parliament that Ghana no longer needs IMF financial bailout, Haruna Iddrisu condemns excessive bail conditions by Police, Courts and EOCO as abuse of power And IGP promotes five police officers for arresting Kwafokrom GOIL Filling Station robbery suspects.

Weija flooding compounded by heavy rains, not just ongoing spillage - Stanley Martey confirms, Chiefs selling lands in waterways must be held accountable - says Ga Mantse And Tema Oil Refinery receives 1 million barrels of Bonga crude for refining operations.

Weija Dam spillage displaces over 1,000 residents, 290 of the 300 Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa were there illegally - Officials announced And Four illegal miners killed in collapsed galamsey pit in the Amansie Central District.

BoG directs MTN to suspend proposed MoMo-to-bank transfer fee, 150 workers laid off over stalled Kejetia Phase II project And Auditor-General exposes GH₵580 million irregularities in Accra 2023 African Games audit.

MTN Ghana introduces 0.75% charge on MoMo-to-bank transfers, Prez Mahama launches Ghana’s first e-visa platform, scraps visa-on-arrival for African passports, AnD Ahiagbah accuses Mahama govt of destroying jobs of ICT professionals and fintech operators.

IGP’s special operations team arrests 74 suspects in Upper East anti-crime operations, Afenyo-Markin’s attack on Circuit Court judge reprehensible, disappointing and shameful – says Brako-Powers And Cedi Buys at GHC 11.61 to a dollar on Monday - Bank of Ghana Announce.

Actress Beverly Afaglo Baah dies days before her birthday; husband Choirmaster confirms, Over 6,000 applicants disqualified from security services recruitment And Eight suspects arrested for illegal mining in Amomaso Forest near Berekum.

President Mahama Assures Sawla Chiefs of road project Inclusion in the Big Push Road Project, SSNIT dismisses reports of sale of its hotels And Fisheries Ministry announces new premix fuel prices.

Security agencies don’t need my permission to arrest MPs - says Speaker Bagbin, High Court grants Abronye GH¢100,000 bail with two sureties And Board Chairman of Medical and Dental Council laments growing number of medical negligence cases.

Lands Ministry probes alleged protection of galamsey activities, NPP to petition Chief Justice for removal of Circuit Court judge And Mobile money transactions hit GH¢493.2bn in April 2026.

Doctor files GH¢20m suit against three hospitals over brother’s death after accident, Food and Beverage industry backs Shippers’ Authority against non-compliant shipping lines And Nigerian woman jailed for forging documents to obtain Ghanaian passport.

Government announces support package for Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa, Dominic Ayine says he’ll treat NPP’s threat of making Ghana ungovernable with the contempt it deserves And Landlord allegedly kills tenant over GH¢30 utility dispute at Medie.

Martin Kpebu questions neutrality of CSOs in OSP legal case, Regional Director of Health Services announces Over 300 deaths from hypertension complications recorded in Ashanti Region And Ghana’s public debt rises to GH¢674.1bn in February 2026.