Newspaper Headlines, July 8, 2026
This is what the front pages of the papers say
Daily Graphic
1. Against xenophobic attacks: Ghana takes tough stance…..Declines South African President’s visit
Summary: Ghana has postponed the regular biennial business conference with South Africa due to xenophobic violence. The event, which was to feature the South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has been put on hold as the government takes a firm position on the issue. Details on Page 03
2. Govt unveils renewable energy plan
Summary: The government has announced a new plan focused on expanding renewable energy and reducing dependence on traditional sources. Full story on Page 13
3. Gold Fields Foundation, World Vision provide water for Damang community
Summary: The Gold Fields Foundation and World Vision have partnered to provide potable water to residents in the Damang community. Details on Page 16
4. Woman, 61, gives birth
Summary: A 61-year-old woman has given birth in what doctors describe as a rare medical case. Full story on Page 13
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The Ghanaian Times
1. State bodies lose over GH¢1.24bn to financial irregularities— Auditor-General
Summary: The Auditor-General reports that state bodies lost more than GH¢1.24 billion due to financial irregularities. Details on Page 12
2. Focus on results, not numbers — Veep urges Research Fund
Summary: Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is urging the Research Fund to prioritize results over just numbers. Details on Page 13
3. GRA donates seized cooking oil to School Feeding Programme
Summary: The GRA has donated seized cooking oil to the School Feeding Programme and has interdicted 4 officers. Details on Page 12
4. NAS to roll out pre-notification, referral system for emergency care
Summary: The National Ambulance Service will roll out a pre-notification and referral system to improve emergency care. Details on Page 14
5. Police reiterates warning against unlawful use of sirens
Summary: The Police Service has repeated its warning against the unlawful use of sirens by unauthorized persons. Details on Page 3
Daily Guide
1. Govt Officials Linked To Aussie $208m Meth Bust – Muntaka
Summary: According to Mubarak-Mohammed Muntaka, government officials have been linked to a $208 million methamphetamine bust in Australia. The drugs were reportedly found concealed in charcoal. See story on page 3
2. Safo Kantanka Didn’t Name Next Leader In Will – Adwoa Safo’s Lawyer
Summary: Adwoa Safo’s lawyer, Kwadwo Safo Akoferna, says the late Safo Kantanka did not name a successor in his will. See page 3
3. Security Services Recruitment: 1,300 Candidates Have HIV – Minister
Summary: A Minister has disclosed that 1,300 candidates who applied to the security services tested positive for HIV during the recruitment process. See page 6
4. Asantehemaa Picks Nana Yaa Akyaa II As Stool Name
Summary: The Asantehemaa has selected Nana Yaa Akyaa II as the new stool name. See page 65.
2 Killed, Others Injured In Sefwi Sayerano Police, Residents Clash
Summary: Two people have been killed and several others injured following a clash between police and residents in Sefwi Sayerano. See page 6
The Informer
1. Face-Saving Visit… Mahama Snubs Ramaphosa …Over Xenophobic Attacks
Summary: President John Dramani Mahama reportedly snubbed South African President Cyril Ramaphosa during a visit, over concerns about xenophobic attacks. Story on Page 3
2. NPP Slams Mahama ‘Museum Locomotives’ …Railway Authority Fires Back
Summary: The NPP has criticized Mahama over “museum locomotives” comments, while the Railway Authority has responded to the claims. Details on Page 5
3. Economist Recommends More Funds for MMDAs
Summary: Professor Peter Quartey, an economist, is recommending that more funds be allocated to Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies to improve local governance. Details on Page 3
4. Toxic Dump Horror @ Mallam! …Threatens Malaria, Cholera & Typhoid Fever!
Summary: A toxic waste dump at Mallam is raising health concerns, with warnings that it could lead to outbreaks of malaria, cholera, and typhoid fever. Details on Page 4
5. Drugs, Alcohol Won’t Solve Problems – Doctors Warn
Summary: Dr. Edward Amoah Boateng, Consultant General Surgeon, and other doctors are warning that using drugs and alcohol will not solve personal problems and can worsen them. Details on Page 4
The Metro Lens
1. Ramaphosa Persona Non Grata in Ghana
Summary: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been declared persona non grata in Ghana. Story on Page 8
2. 1,300 Recruits Test HIV Positive – Muntaka
Summary: Interior Minister Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka says 1,300 recruits tested HIV positive. Details on Page 3
3. Akofena Not Kristo Asafo Leader – Lawyer Kwame Akuffo
Summary: Lawyer Kwame Akuffo has stated that Akofena is not the leader of Kristo Asafo. Details on Page 3
4. Sefwi Sayerano Shooting, Eight Police officers interdicted
Summary: Eight police officers have been interdicted following a shooting incident at Sefwi Sayerano. Details on Page 5
The Daily Searchlight
1. RAWLINGS’ INFAMOUS TRIBUNALS COMING BACK! …As Ayine Lays Bill before Parliament
Summary: A bill has been laid before Parliament that could see the return of Rawlings’ infamous tribunals. Story on Page 2
2. Ten public institutions fail to pay GH¢5.2 Billion in taxes!
Summary: Ten public institutions have reportedly failed to pay a total of GH¢5.2 billion in taxes owed.
3. Ghana Water Ltd Announces 24 Hour Shutdown of Dodowa Booster Station for Maintenance Works
Summary: Ghana Water Ltd has announced a 24-hour shutdown of the Dodowa Booster Station to carry out maintenance works. Details on Page 7
4. 35 People Died in the Floods! …Six still missing, 58,000 displaced
Summary: The Interior Minister says 35 people died in recent floods, with six still missing and 58,000 people displaced. Details on Page 9
5. Controversy over Ramaphosa Visit Threatens to Overshadow Bilateral Ties
Summary: Controversy surrounding President Ramaphosa’s visit is threatening to overshadow bilateral relations. Details on Page 9
6. And Then There Was One!! …Egypt’s Quarter-Final Dream Ends After Argentina Comeback
Summary: Egypt’s World Cup quarter-final dream ended after an Argentina comeback, leaving Africa with one team alive in the tournament. Details on Page 13
The Daily Statesman
1. MINORITY DEMANDS DETAILS ON RAMAPHOSA’S DEFERRED VISIT
Summary: The Minority in Parliament is demanding full details regarding the deferred visit of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. See story on Page 3
2. 1,300 security recruitment applicants test HIV positive
Summary: About 1,300 applicants for security recruitment have tested HIV positive.
3. NPP: Afigya Sekyere East, Asante Akyem Central elections suspended
Summary: The NPP has suspended elections in Afigya Sekyere East and Asante Akyem Central constituencies.
4. Will doesn’t make Akofena Kristo Asafo leader – Lawyer
Summary: A lawyer has stated that a will does not make Akofena the leader of Kristo Asafo. See story on Page 7
The New Publisher
1. Dead Men On Payroll4 Ghosts Chopped GH¢7.4m for 7 Years
Summary: Report reveals that 4 “ghost” workers received GH¢7.4 million from the payroll over 7 years. Details on Page 3
2. Finance Ministry Delivers US$700 Million Eurobond Settled Ahead of Schedule
Summary: The Finance Ministry, led by Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has settled a US$700 million Eurobond ahead of schedule. Details on Page 7
3. 1,300 Security Applicants Have HIV
Summary: Health screening shows 1,300 applicants for security recruitment tested positive for HIV.
4. Ofori Sarpong Becomes UniMAC’s First Chancellor
Summary: Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong has been named as UniMAC’s first Chancellor. Details on Page 6
5. Ramaphosa Visit Snub ……Minority Seeks Clarity
Summary: The Minority is seeking clarity following the snub of President Ramaphosa’s visit. Details on Page 2
The Daily Gist
1. CID Invites TikTokerFor Claiming Mahama Buried 32 Live Cows For Power
Summary: The CID has invited TikToker Camila Alhassan after she claimed President Mahama buried 32 live cows for power. Read full story on page 3
2. Kwadwo Safo Children Reject Akofena’s Kristo Asafo Headship
Summary: The children of Kwadwo Safo have rejected Akofena’s claim to the Kristo Asafo leadership. Read full story on page 3
3. EC Staff Bare Teeth At Chairperson
Summary: EC staff are expressing strong opposition to Chairperson Jean Mensa. Read full story on page 2
4. Auditor General Uncovers GH¢42.6m Rot At MMDAs
Summary: An audit by the Auditor General has uncovered GH¢42.6 million in irregularities at MMDAs. Read full story on page 2
5. Govt Officials Indicted In Australia Drug Scandal
Summary: Some Ghanaian government officials have been indicted in a drug scandal in Australia involving Emma Huseen. Read full story on page 4
Business & Financial Times
1. US$100m marine insurance windfall hinges on claims credibility
Summary: Industry experts say Ghana’s potential US$100 million marine insurance windfall depends on how credible and transparent insurance claims are handled. Details on Page 3
2. Billions of dollars in mining investment at risk
Summary: Major mining investments worth billions of dollars are reportedly at risk due to current sector challenges. Details on Page 2
3. Fisheries sector moves to combat US$50bn illegal fishing scourge
Summary: Authorities in the fisheries sector are rolling out measures to tackle the US$50 billion illegal fishing problem. Details on Page 2
4. Access Plus rolls out AI-powered Eye Focus app
Summary: Access Plus has launched an AI-powered “Eye Focus” app to help deepen preventive eye care. Details on Page 2
Junior Graphic
1. Children in cities developing myopia……Screen time major cause
Summary: A Professor of Optometry says more children are developing myopia, or short-sightedness, because they are spending too much time on screens. The expert is urging parents and schools to help children balance device use with other activities. Continued on page 3
2. Junior Graphic essay workshops begin
Summary: Students who took part in the 2026 Junior Graphic National Essay Competition attended a workshop. They had discussions with Mr. Paul Antoine Akwetey, an examiner, and other participants to help them improve their writing skills.
3. Junior Graphic, Parliament and You Quiz
Summary: The popular quiz program is back to test students’ knowledge on parliament and civic issues. Details on Page 5
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