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.