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Mion: 4 dead in Zogbee communal violence over land dispute

Four people have been reported dead following communal violence in Zogbee, Mion District, Northern Region. JoyNews cannot independently confirm the figures, but Alhassan Abukari, the...

PRINCOF appeals to CETAG to call off strike after govt’s intervention

The Conference of Principals of Colleges of Education (PRINCOF) has appealed to the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) to end its...

How Otumfuo was welcomed from UK trip [Photos]

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, returned to Ghana on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, following a series of engagements in the United Kingdom (UK). Upon...

Nana Akomea slams Kwesi Pratt over Founders’ Day debate

A prominent member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Akomea, has refuted claims that President Akufo-Addo does not appreciate the achievements of Ghana’s...

We’ll install 25,000 street lights across Greater Accra soon – Titus-Glover

The Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council has announced plans to install 25,000 solar-powered street lights throughout the region. Regional Minister, Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover stated...

Chief Justice opens 12 small credit and debt recovery courts

Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo has inaugurated 12 special courts dedicated to handling small claims and debt recovery cases. Eight of these courts are located in...

Dr Sekou Nkrumah reacts to Dr Opoku Prempeh’s comment about Nkrumah

Dr Sekou Nkrumah, son of Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, has criticised the NPP vice presidential nominee, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh for making...

Zuarungu nursing, midwifery students rally behind John Mahama

Students at the Zuarungu Nursing and Midwifery Training College in the Upper East Region have passionately advocated for the return of former President John...

4 dead in Zogbee communal violence over land dispute

Four people have been reported dead following communal violence in Zogbee, Mion District, Northern Region. JoyNews cannot independently confirm the figures, but Alhassan Abukari, the...

Former Ejisu MP Owusu Aduomi rejoins NPP

The Ashanti Regional New Patriotic Party (NPP) Council of Elders has successfully facilitated the return of Kwabena Owusu Aduomi to the party. The former Deputy...

Armed robbers attack shop at Wassa Dompoase; bolt with sacks of gold

A violent robbery unfolded at Wassa Dompoase in the Amenfi East Municipality of the Western Region, where a group of  robbers attacked a gold...

Scary moment armed robbers attacked congregants during church service

South African police are on the hunt for suspects who robbed congregants during a church service in New Brighton on Monday night. The incident, which...

Mzbel hit with sad news

Popular Ghanaian musician Mzbel has been struck by a tragic loss as her mother has passed away. The incident is believed to have occurred on...

Current economic hardships due to DDEP; forgive us – Amin Adam

The Minister of Finance, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has apologized to Ghanaians for the hardships caused by the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). This apology...

God be my helper, I will increase the gap – Darkoa Newman says as she shares achievements in Okaikwei South [Audio]

Member of Parliament for Okaikwei South Constituency, Darkoa Newman, has shared her numerous achievements and future plans for her constituency. Speaking in an interview on...

Trade Minister clarifies Komenda Sugar Factory lease agreement [Listen]

The Minister of Trade and Industry, Kobina Tahir Hammond has said the India-based firm set to take over the Komenda Sugar Factory on a...

Bawku: National Security Ministry justifies GH¢6m budget; slam Ayariga’s ‘unfortunate’ position

The Ministry of National Security has responded to Bawku Central lawmaker Mahama Ayariga’s criticism of its monthly budget allocation of GH¢6,000,000 for addressing the...

Sugar Cane farmers issue ultimatum to gov’t over semi-refined sugar imports

The National Executives of Sugar Cane out-growers, have issued a one-week ultimatum to the government to engage their members regarding the procurement of their...

UK protests: Ghanaians fear attacks as violent demonstrations continue

Ghanaians in the United Kingdom are stranded and unable to leave their homes for fear of being attacked by anti-immigration protesters demonstrating across the...

Affirmative Action bill: Perfect step towards gender parity – Gender Minister [video]

Gender Minister, Darkoa Newman has hailed the Affirmative Action bill as a crucial step towards achieving gender parity. Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme...

Ambulance deal: Minority wants Akufo-Addo to stop payment of $34.9 million

The Minority in Parliament is calling on President Akufo-Addo to halt what it describes as a "scandalous, unconscionable, sweetheart, family-affair" ambulance spare parts deal. At...

What will the NPP be admitting to if they apologise? Asks Dr Asah-Asante

Political Science Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Kwame Asah-Asante, has questioned what the New Patriotic Party (NPP) would be admitting to if...

Fetu Afahye: Noise-making banned in Cape Coast, no fufu pounding after 6pm

The Oguaa Traditional Council has announced a ban on noise-making, effective Tuesday, August 6, to August 22, 2024. The ban is part of activities for...

School of Hygiene trainees threaten demonstration over unpaid allowances

The Coalition of Students from the Schools of Hygiene is demanding payment of their trainee allowances, which have been unpaid for two years since...

Paris Olympics: It’s a shame Ghana has no medal – Countryman Songo [VIDEO]

Fire-brand sports broadcaster, Patrick Osei-Agyemang, has criticised Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) following Ghana's failure to secure any medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. "It is...

Thief nabbed at prayer camp in Nkawkaw

A young man in his early thirties has been arrested for allegedly stealing from members of Captain Jesus prayer camp in Nkawkaw in the...

Police take over Bawjiase town after one shot dead [Photos]

Over 100 police officers led by the Central East Regional Police Commander, DCOP Owusu Bempah, have taken over Bawjiase community. This was after a young...

Four arrested for tampering with ECG meters

Four individuals, including three Ghanaians and a Chinese national, have been detained by the Police for tampering and installing Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG)...

Voting for Mahama will be a disaster – Prince David Osei

Ghanaian actor and political activist, Prince David Osei, has thrown his support behind Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the upcoming December 7 elections, urging Ghanaians...

Yvonne Nelson calls for improvements in education system

Ghanaian actress and entrepreneur Yvonne Nelson has expressed worry about the state of Ghana's educational system. Speaking to JoyNews, she shared a disturbing experience where she encountered...

Let’s work to attain 75% of Akuapem North votes – Sammi Awuku urges NPP faithful

The New Patriotic Party's (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Akuapem North, Sammi Awuku is rallying supporters to secure 75% of the vote in the upcoming...

COCOBOD refutes claims of consistent loan defaults

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has responded to claims of consistent default on its loans, clarifying its financial obligations and repayment status. According to COCOBOD,...

2024/25 GHPL: Kotoko coach predicts a tough clash against Karela United in opener

Asante Kotoko head coach, Prosper Narteh Ogum is bracing for a challenging match against Karela United in the opening game of the 2024/25 Ghana...

EVI proposes overhaul to Ghana’s election validation process

Election Validation Intelligence (EVI), an advocacy group focused on improving election transparency, has proposed a significant reform to Ghana's election validation process. The proposal aims...

Kwame Nkrumah is the indisputable founding father of modern Ghana – Armah-Kofi Buah

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Ellembelle, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, says historical facts unequivocally demonstrate that Dr Kwame Nkrumah spearheaded the struggle for Ghana’s...

Cape Coast North NPP PC petitions Akufo-Addo to dismiss UCC Governing Council Chairman

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary Candidate for Cape Coast North, Horace Ekow Ewusi, has formally petitioned President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to remove...

My daughter inspired my educational entrepreneurship journey – Yvonne Nelson

Ghanaian actress and educational entrepreneur Yvonne Nelson has disclosed that her daughter was the inspiration behind her decision to delve into education. In an interview...

Akwamu residents issue two-week ultimatum to govt over lack of projects

Residents of Akwamu in the Asuogyaman District of the Eastern Region have issued a two-week ultimatum to the government to address several critical issues...

3 teacher unions to strike on August 9 over non-payment of allowance

Three unions have announced plans to commence industrial action on August 9, 2024, if the Ministry of Finance does not authorize the payment of...

KBTH Allied Health Workers suspend strike, issue 7-day ultimatum

The Coalition of Unemployed Allied Health Professionals at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) has called off their strike, issuing a seven-day ultimatum to...