insert_link Local Exposure to galamsey-linked pollution could trigger acute kidney disease – Pediatric Society The Pediatric Society of Ghana has raised alarm over the dangers posed to children living in Galamsey-affected areas, cautioning that exposure to illegal mining activities could trigger acute kidney disease and other long-term health problems. Speaking at a workshop ahead of this year’s annual conference, paediatrician and nephrologist Dr Selassie Goka highlighted the growing risk […]Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 9, 2026
Local W/Region records drop in road injuries, rise in fatalities – NRSA By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi Provisional statistics received for 2025 from the National Road Safety Authority’s Western Regional office indicate reductions in the number of vehicles involved, persons injured and pedestrian knockdowns as compared to 2024. The total number of vehicles involved in road traffic crashes were 1,090 as compared to 1,119 in 2024, which […] The post W/Region records drop in road injuries, rise in fatalities – NRSA appeared […] todayFebruary 9, 2026
Local Why we must own Africa’s most compelling billion-dollar tourism storytelling export By Ekow QUANDZIE Tourism destinations don’t compete on scenery alone; they compete on storytelling power. The places that win are those that control the narrative, define the mood, and shape how the world feels about being there. Arguably, Africa’s most compelling tourism story export is coming from the streets, stages, beaches, and digital timelines. That […] The post Why we must own Africa’s most compelling billion-dollar tourism storytelling export appeared […] todayFebruary 9, 2026
Local Re-imagine Ghana with Dr. H Aku Kwapong: Debatable land: The big bottleneck to Ghana’s modernisation You cannot modernize Ghana while land remains economically anchored in inherited discretion. The tragedy of Bawku should finally put an end to any illusion that land disputes in Ghana are local inconveniences or cultural misunderstandings that can be managed indefinitely. Bawku is not an outlier. It is an extreme case of a national pathology: land […] The post Re-imagine Ghana with Dr. H Aku Kwapong: Debatable land: The big bottleneck […] todayFebruary 9, 2026
insert_link Local The shadowy world of abandoned oil tankers Over the past year there has been a big rise in the number of oil tankers and other commercial ships being abandoned around the world by their owners. What is causing the spike? And what is the human impact on the affected merchant sailors?Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 9, 2026
insert_link Local Factory closures, job losses loom as Ghana loses edge in regional investment race Ghana’s manufacturing and agro-processing sectors are facing mounting pressure as regional competitors roll out aggressive incentive packages that are drawing factories, capital, and skilled labour away from the country, according to the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana . The Chamber estimates that without urgent intervention, Ghana could lose between 255,000 and 435,000 jobs over the next […]Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 9, 2026
insert_link Local Ashanti MPs question government’s funding priorities over Suame Interchange downgrade The Ashanti Caucus of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Parliament has questioned the government’s funding priorities following the decision to downgrade the Suame Interchange Project, arguing that claims of debt-related constraints are inconsistent with broader road infrastructure spending.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 9, 2026
insert_link Local Ghana risks up to $21.3bn economic loss as Benin targets regional manufacturers – Agribusiness Chamber Ghana could lose up to $21.3 billion in economic value and as many as 435,000 jobs over the next five years if urgent policy measures are not taken to counter intensifying competition from neighbouring countries, the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG) has warned. In a media statement dated February 9, 2026, the Chamber said Benin’s […]Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 9, 2026
insert_link Local William and Catherine say they are ‘deeply concerned’ in first statement on Epstein revelations The Prince and Princess of Wales have said they are "deeply concerned" by the latest revelations about Jeffrey Epstein in their first public statement on the scandal.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 9, 2026
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