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Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Weekly Pulse, your trusted round-up of Ghana’s biggest headlines. Whether your week has been packed or you’re simply catching up on the essentials, we’ve got the key highlights right here.
Here are the top five stories that captured the national spotlight this week:
1. Akwatia MP Ernest Kumi Sadly Passes Away
The Member of Parliament for Akwatia in the Eastern Region, Ernest Yaw Kumi, has sadly passed away at the age of 41.
According to close sources, the first-time MP died on Monday, 7 July 2025, following a brief illness.
His sudden passing has come as a shock to colleagues and constituents alike, with tributes pouring in from across the political spectrum and the wider Ghanaian public.
READ DETAILS: MP for Akwatia, Ernest Kumi, confirmed dead
2. Suspended Chief Justice Torkornoo Takes Ghana to ECOWAS Court over Alleged Human Rights Violations
Suspended Chief Justice, Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, has filed a case against the Republic of Ghana at the ECOWAS Court of Justice, alleging breaches of her human rights.
The development was confirmed by Deputy Attorney General, Justice Srem-Sai, in a Facebook post on Tuesday, 8 July 2025.
According to him, the case filed on Thursday, 4 July, accuses the Government of Ghana of violating her rights in the ongoing process to remove her from office.
He noted:
In the case, which was filed on 4 July, Her Ladyship repeated the same allegations of human rights violations which are currently pending before our Supreme Court and High Court regarding the ongoing removal processes.
ALSO READ: Suspended CJ Torkornoo drags Ghana to ECOWAS Court over alleged human rights violations
3. Ablekuma North Rerun: Accra High Court Dismisses NPP Candidate’s Injunction Bid
Ablekuma North NPP’s Akua Afriyie rejects EC rerun in 19 polling stations
An Accra High Court has thrown out an application filed by the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie, seeking to halt the scheduled rerun of elections in 19 polling stations.
Filed on Monday, 7 July 2025, the suit challenged the Electoral Commission’s (EC) decision, describing it as "arbitrary and unreasonable" and a violation of her constitutional rights.
However, during proceedings on Wednesday, 9 July, Justice Ali Baba Abature dismissed the request for an interim injunction. He ruled that the application lacked merit, stating that the balance of convenience favoured the EC’s constitutional duty to ensure representation for the people of Ablekuma North.
4. United States Tightens Visa Rules for Ghanaians under New Policy
Ghana responds to new US visa restrictions, pledges diplomatic action
The United States government has introduced stricter visa restrictions for Ghanaian nationals, cutting down both the validity period and number of permitted entries under several visa categories.
The directive, rolled out under the U.S. visa reciprocity policy, affects non-immigrant visa holders, especially those applying for business, tourism, and student travel.
According to the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs, most applicants will now only be eligible for single-entry visas valid for three months.
READ DETAILS: US tightens visa rules for Ghanaians under new policy - See details
5. Chaos in Ablekuma North: Hawa Koomson Attacked by Thugs During Polls
Former MP for Awutu Senya East, Mavis Hawa Koomson, was assaulted by unidentified thugs amidst chaos during the parliamentary rerun in the Ablekuma North constituency.
The incident reportedly took place at the Odorkor Methodist 1 Polling Station. Eyewitnesses claim the attackers arrived in a pickup vehicle, stormed the polling centre, and overpowered the police officers on duty.
The thugs are said to have assaulted several people present, including Hawa Koomson. A viral video shows her being pushed to the ground and violently kicked in the groin and chest.
ALSO READ: Hawa Koomson attacked by thugs as chaos erupts in Ablekuma North (video)
That wraps up this week’s top headlines. Your Weekly Pulse will be back next week with the stories that matter most.