JoyNews' Newsfile programme on 20 June will host a panel discussion covering recent departures from public institutions, the legal implications of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's permanent US residency, and safety standards in educational institutions.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews' Newsfile programme on 20 June will host a panel discussion covering recent departures from public institutions, the legal implications of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's permanent US residency, and safety standards in educational institutions.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kofi Bentil, Senior Vice-President of IMANI Africa, has called for EC commissioners to be appointed and vetted by Parliament rather than by the President, arguing that parliamentary scrutiny would ensure the institution's neutrality and independence. He contends that presidential appointments of EC leadership carry political implications that undermine public trust and that politicians will appoint allies rather than objective candidates.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Fines (Penalty Units) Act 2000 (Act 572) established a legislative mechanism to express all fines in penalty units rather than fixed currency amounts, avoiding the need for frequent statutory amendments due to inflation and currency fluctuations.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Mohammed Issah Bataglia, MP for Sissala East, has recounted his journey from a rural community with limited educational opportunities to Parliament, attributing his success largely to his mother's determination despite his father's preference for him to work on the farm. He described a childhood marked by long walks to school, financial hardship, and a struggle to remain in the classroom, noting that teachers and Islamic instructors encouraged his mother to keep him in school after recognizing his academic potential.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The MP for Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abirem has provided support to the Ankaful Prisons Complex including infrastructure upgrades, LED lighting, water storage, agricultural equipment, and vocational training resources for inmates and prison staff.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang outlined strategic interventions to curb inflation, reduce cost of living, and boost employment, including implementation of a "24-Hour Economy" policy to expand business operations and a "Big Push" infrastructure programme to improve road networks and rural-to-urban connectivity.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Director of the Ghana School of Law Kwaku Ansa-Asare has criticised the Council of State's composition as overwhelmingly partisan, arguing that members cannot freely express independent opinions and suggesting this may have contributed to recent high-profile resignations, including former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo's departure.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Legal academic Kwaku Ansa-Asare has argued that former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo's appointment to the Council of State was constitutionally flawed because it bypassed a more senior and constitutionally appropriate retired Chief Justice. He also criticized the government for delaying the public announcement of Akuffo's resignation until after it leaked to media.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer Kofi Bentil says former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's acquisition of a US green card is "a victory" for him, but it does not protect him from possible extradition proceedings. Bentil noted that even US citizens have been extradited to face prosecution abroad, and that permanent residency in the US is not immunity from legal processes.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A senior legal academic has argued that the Office of the Special Prosecutor's failure to obtain prior authorisation from the Attorney General created the procedural vulnerability that a US immigration court exploited in granting former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta permanent residency. The court considered evidence relating to the OSP's actions, including declaring him a fugitive while he was receiving medical treatment in the United States, and found the criminal charges against him to be "not credible."
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kwaku Ansa-Asare, Dean of the Faculty of Laws at Mountcrest University College, disclosed that he advised former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana and face charges rather than risk appearing as a fugitive of justice, emphasizing the constitutional principle of presumption of innocence.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kwaku Ansa-Asare, Dean of the Faculty of Laws at Mountcrest University College, has criticised the manner in which issues surrounding former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta were handled, arguing the process was unfair and infringed on his dignity. Ansa-Asare emphasised constitutional principles including the presumption of innocence and the need for due process in cases involving public figures.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
IMANI Africa's Kofi Bentil has said former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta could face physical danger from ordinary citizens if he returns to Ghana due to public hostility toward him, though Bentil believes the legal charges against Ofori-Atta are not serious and hopes he will return to face them.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Minister for Education Clement Apaak has called on former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to return to the country and face ongoing legal proceedings, arguing that public officials have a responsibility to account for their actions and cooperate with investigations.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kofi Bentil of IMANI Africa suggests that reports of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta receiving US permanent residency status may indicate American authorities have reservations about the legal processes surrounding his case in Ghana. Bentil said the green card is a signal that the US does not fully agree with the process, though he stressed it does not determine Ofori-Atta's guilt or innocence.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court in Kumasi has issued an interim injunction restraining the NPP and its officials from taking further steps regarding the Afigya Sekyere East Constituency Polling Station Executive Album, including uploading, finalising, validating, certifying or approving any connected processes. The court also ordered the Polling Station Election Committee to deposit a complete list of all vetted and certified aspirants with the court's registrar within 48 hours.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews' Newsfile hosted a four-hour panel discussion covering public sector resignations, the legal implications of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's US permanent residency, and student safety standards.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Hackman Owusu-Agyemang, born in Koforidua in 1941, is an APSU alumnus whose career as a diplomat, agricultural economist, parliamentarian, and minister of state has been marked by commitment to service and nation-building. He studied agriculture at KNUST and earned postgraduate degrees in the Netherlands and London before serving in senior roles at the UN's Food and Agriculture Organisation across Africa, the Caribbean, and South America.
20 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Assin South MP and Ranking Member on Parliament's Defence and Interior Committee, has called for accountability following the interception of a large methamphetamine consignment in Australia believed to have originated from Ghana. He said the seizure vindicated his previous warnings about Ghana becoming a transit point for international drug trafficking and criticized government officials and NDC supporters for attacking him over those concerns.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer and IMANI Africa Senior Vice-President Kofi Bentil has argued that the current appointment system for Electoral Commission leaders makes true neutrality virtually impossible, claiming the replacement for former Deputy Chairperson Bossman Asare will likely be affiliated with the NDC. He called for parliamentary vetting and approval of EC leaders to strengthen the Commission's independence.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer Kofi Bentil described former Chief Justice Sophia Akufo as one of Ghana's most principled judicial figures, arguing she demonstrated that political appointees can maintain independence and impartiality, noting her willingness to challenge government actions on principle despite being appointed by an NPP administration.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Investor enthusiasm has surged around the Keta Port project in the Volta Region, with 42 local and international entities formally expressing interest in its development following the Environmental Protection Authority's granting of an Environmental Impact Assessment certificate. The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority signalled it will implement a rigorous screening process to select only development partners capable of delivering a high-quality project.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
At a two-day Ghana–Italy Circular Economy Dialogue held at UPSA, Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare praised Impakers Creative Hub's recycled products, highlighting the quality and innovation of Ghanaian creative enterprises transforming waste into premium goods. The June 2026 event brought together government officials and industry stakeholders to explore strategies for Ghana's transition to sustainable production and consumption.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Investment Promotion Centre CEO Simon Madjie engaged Canadian investors in Toronto on Ghana's investment opportunities in agro-processing, mining, technology and the digital economy, emphasising political stability and investor protection. Ghana's new investment law under review will establish a one-stop shop to streamline business processes.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
West Hills Mall is running a "Dad's Day Out" campaign from now to 21 June 2026 to celebrate fathers and father figures with interactive activities including a Dad Challenge Arena, digital challenges, health screenings, live music, and shopper rewards across fashion, electronics, dining, and lifestyle brands.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The betting company iLotBet has launched a promotional campaign offering football fans the chance to win an iPhone 17 through weekly draws during the World Cup season, with players also competing for over GHS10 million in daily spins and weekly rewards.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
SIC Insurance PLC has launched a fleet of electric vehicles as part of its Green Transition Agenda, aligning with Ghana's climate action goals. The initiative follows a successful solar energy pilot project at selected branches and marks the next phase of the company's sustainability efforts.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Linda Abangbila, a Ghanaian entrepreneur and mining engineer, has completed a Doctor of Engineering in Mining Engineering at Anhui University of Science and Technology in China after a five-year research programme focused on artificial intelligence and sustainable mining practices. Her doctoral thesis examined how artificial intelligence could be applied in Ghana's gold mining industry to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Timber Millers Organisation has strongly condemned an attack on a Forestry Commission timber monitoring checkpoint at Babatokuma in Bono East Region on June 9, during which state property was destroyed and staff were injured, calling for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Heavy rains in Moree, a fishing community in the Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese District of the Central Region, caused flooding that submerged homes and displaced residents. An elderly man trapped in rising floodwaters climbed a coconut tree and was rescued by residents; a rescuer attributed the flooding to the sale and development of wetlands that obstruct water flow.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority has emphasised the importance of health insurance and holistic well-being among young people, urging students to prioritize their health while pursuing academic and professional ambitions. Speaking at the University of Cape Coast SRC Week Conference under the NHIS Campus Connect initiative, Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe stated that healthcare should not be viewed as a luxury and that well-being requires maintaining balance across physical, mental and emotional dimensions.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Calvary Charismatic Centre in Kumasi organised a voluntary blood donation exercise to commemorate the 70th birthday of its General Overseer, Reverend Ransford Obeng, in partnership with Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital Blood Bank. The National Blood Service CEO urged Ghanaians to overcome superstitious fears and embrace donation, assuring the public of safety and transparent traceability in the blood supply chain.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
At KNUST's World Sickle Cell Day event on June 19, Focus on Sickle-Cell Foundation founder Amos Andoh called for intensified national education on sickle cell disease and greater public responsibility in reproductive decisions, citing data that between 18,000 and 20,000 babies are born annually with sickle cell disease in Ghana.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Torrential rains have submerged parts of the Cape Coast Metropolis, Abura-Aseibu-Kwamankese District, and KEEA Municipality, halting socio-economic activities and trapping motorists on the N1 Highway; in Moree, a taxi with two occupants was caught in floodwaters and submerged, though local residents rescued both before the situation turned fatal.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Heavy rainfall on Friday evening caused severe traffic congestion and a shortage of commercial vehicles along the Madina-Adenta stretch, leaving commuters stranded at bus stops for hours. Drivers charged higher fares at major junctions including Madina Zongo, Ritz, Atomic, UPSA, and Adenta.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Ghana and Imperial College London concluded the fourth Imperial–AIMS Global Fellows Programme in June, bringing together 40 doctoral researchers from multiple institutions to develop solutions for extreme heat in cities, with a focus on climate resilience and urban innovation across Africa.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Focus on Sickle-Cell Foundation held national World Sickle Cell Awareness Day commemorations at KNUST's Great Hall on June 19, gathering policymakers, health professionals, and students to call for expanded genotype testing, early screening, and improved access to care for persons living with sickle cell disease in Ghana.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Health Service has renewed calls for intensified public education, expanded screening, and stronger health system support for sickle cell disease, with the Deputy Director emphasising the importance of genotype awareness as a preventive health measure and urging Ghanaians to know their sickling status to reduce new cases and improve early management.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
At the national commemoration of World Sickle Cell Awareness Day 2026, KNUST's Vice-Chancellor designate called for urgent national action to strengthen genotype awareness, improve testing, and expand healthcare access to combat sickle cell disease in Ghana, emphasizing universities' role in research and training future healthcare professionals.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of Parliament's Health Committee, Dr. Mark Kurt Nawaane, has expressed optimism that Ghana is moving towards fully free treatment for sickle cell disease as part of broader primary healthcare reforms. He noted that one in every 60 births is likely to be affected by sickle cell disease, and highlighted the need to address the high costs of diagnosis, medication, and long-term management through strengthened screening and sustainable healthcare financing mechanisms.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Cyber Security Authority has issued an urgent advisory warning of a large-scale cybercrime campaign called "FortiBleed" that targets Fortinet FortiGate firewalls and SSL VPN gateways by exploiting weak passwords, password reuse, and inadequate authentication measures. Threat actors conduct automated scans and test credentials against leaked databases to gain network access, potentially enabling monitoring of traffic, lateral movement, and compromise of systems.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission has launched an investigation after Australian authorities intercepted approximately 320 kilogrammes of methamphetamine concealed in a shipment from Ghana, declared as charcoal and worth an estimated A$296 million. NACOC is working with internal security agencies and foreign partners to identify individuals connected to the suspected trafficking operation.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Wa West MP is pushing to complete the Dorimon E-block, abandoned for a decade and damaged by weather and theft, which contractors say will be ready within three to four months. He is also intervening to resolve a severe furniture shortage at a local kindergarten.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Managing legal practitioner Gloria Ofori-Boadu has criticized the Ghana Education Service's disciplinary framework for teachers who sexually exploit students, saying interdiction (removal from active duty with half salary pending investigation) is inadequate and calling for stronger, more deterrent consequences beyond the loss of a teaching licence.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Minister for Education Clement Apaak said sanctions should be imposed on both the teacher and student involved in an alleged sexual misconduct case at Bole Senior High School, stressing that all parties must be held accountable under Ghana's education rules. The Ghana Education Service has initiated investigations and reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on sexual misconduct.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Minister for Education Clement Apaak stated that both the teacher and student at the centre of an alleged sexual misconduct case at Bole Senior High School bear responsibility under the Ghana Education Service's code of conduct, though teachers are held to a much higher professional standard and are prohibited from conducting themselves in ways suggesting romantic or sexual interest in students.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Deputy Minister of Education cautioned that the country must not dismiss student misconduct and safety as insignificant despite affecting fewer than five per cent of public secondary and TVET institutions, arguing the moral obligation to address the problem exists regardless of scale. The warning follows research reporting at least 16 student deaths at universities since 2024, with seven at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Minister of Education said the teacher in a Bole SHS sexual misconduct case bears primary culpability under Ghana Education Service's code of conduct, which expressly prohibits teachers from having carnal knowledge of a student or exhibiting conduct suggesting amorous intent, regardless of circumstances. Teachers are bound by the doctrine of in loco parentis, under which they act as surrogate parents and are expected to protect students in their care.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Legal practitioner Gloria Ofori-Boadu has called for a comprehensive security policy across Ghana's university campuses after witnessing insecurity near KNUST, where she encountered motorbike riders harassing road users. Her remarks follow recent incidents including a student suicide, a viral sex tape involving a teacher and student, and the murder of a University of Cape Coast student.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
IMANI Africa's Kofi Bentil has called for a comprehensive and objective investigation into the death of University of Cape Coast student Innocentia Atsufui Avinu, cautioning against premature conclusions. He emphasized that not every death constitutes a criminal offence and urged transparency to establish the facts, after police arrested 39-year-old Michael Mensah in connection with the case.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Deputy Attorney-General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has called on the Ministry of Education and Ghana Education Service to introduce stronger measures to address growing student indiscipline, citing recent incidents of unrest characterised by violence and destruction of school property. He stressed that restoring discipline requires coordinated effort from school authorities, parents, and government agencies.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Senior lawyer Kofi Bentil has criticised what he describes as parental excesses that undermine discipline in Ghana's schools, citing examples of overindulgence such as buying cars for children to take to school. His comments come amid heightened public concern following recent incidents in Ghana's education sector.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Anvita Sharma, a Grade 6 student in Accra, secured a Gold Medal and Global Rank 3 in the 2026 Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO), which drew over 62,000 students from more than 50 countries.
20 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Heal Komfo Anokye Project (HeKAP) says it will issue a comprehensive response to allegations about its governance and accountability, after noting publications raising concerns about the initiative. The project, led by the Asantehene, said it would provide a full factual response after appropriate consultations rather than address claims piecemeal.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A four-day free eye care outreach in Bono Region screened 867 people but could not attend to over 500 others due to limited capacity, prompting calls for the National Health Insurance Scheme to extend coverage to prescription glasses and low-vision aids.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The death toll from a violent attack at Odomi in Nkwanta South Municipality has risen to four, with ten others injured by gunshot wounds. In response, the Ministry of the Interior has imposed a curfew from 5:00 pm to 6:00 am in eight communities, amid longstanding ethnic and land disputes among the Adele, Akyode and Challa communities.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Education received a donation of STEM learning materials from Coderina EdTech comprising 100 kits for basic schools and 20 for Senior High Schools and TVET institutions, supporting the government's efforts to strengthen digital education and integrate coding and AI into teaching.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Cabinet Minister Hackman Owusu-Agyeman has pledged support for a teachers' housing project by St Augustine's College alumni (APSU 2002), which involves constructing a 14-unit teachers' apartment block on campus to increase on-site teacher accommodation from the current 60 of 140 teachers.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2002 year group of St Augustine's Past Students Union has launched a GH¢5.4 million fundraising campaign to construct a 14-unit apartment block for teachers at St Augustine's College in Cape Coast, addressing accommodation for teachers with only 60 of 140 currently residing on campus.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A man believed to be in his late 20s has been found dead by the roadside in Sefwi Asafo, Western North Region, after allegedly attempting to attack members of the Continuation Church there in early Saturday hours. The deceased was apprehended following the alleged incident but was later found motionless; circumstances of his death remain unclear and police are investigating both the alleged attack and his death.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kpandai District Assembly in the Northern Region has supplied more than 200 bags of yellow maize to four boarding institutions to ensure uninterrupted feeding of students ahead of the June-July lean season, when food shortages typically occur. The initiative is intended to ease the financial burden on schools and allow them to redirect limited resources to other needs while maintaining adequate student meals.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Education has ordered an immediate suspension of all Senior High School graduation ceremonies nationwide following growing concerns over excessive displays of wealth and flamboyance during such events. The suspension will remain in force until existing guidelines governing graduation ceremonies are reviewed.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
"God bless you" is woven into everyday Ghanaian life as an accessible form of gratitude that costs nothing but carries profound social significance, particularly when expressed by those of lesser privilege toward those who offer kindness or assistance.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Music coach Daniel Freeman Ame is organising a six-week Rock the Mic GH Summer Camp 2026 in Accra from July 7 to August 13, 2026, for children and teenagers aged 12 to 16. The camp will develop vocal abilities, confidence and stagecraft through modules, culminating in a live concert called Summer in the Garden.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Award-winning Broadway actress Iris Beaumier has expressed interest in contributing to Ghana's creative ecosystem, saying that bringing diverse perspectives enriches the country's vibrant cultural landscape. Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival, Beaumier noted her Ghanaian heritage and described storytelling as a powerful way to connect people across cultures.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Deniz Undav came off the bench to score twice, including a 94th-minute winner, as Germany mounted a comeback from a 30th-minute Ivory Coast goal to secure their place in the World Cup knockout stages.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The expanded 48-team 2026 World Cup will see the top two teams from each of 12 groups advance to the last 32, along with eight third-placed teams, with new tiebreaker rules and complex scheduling across three host countries making qualification patterns complex.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 at Boston Stadium, with Ismael Saibari scoring the fastest goal in tournament history. The victory leaves Morocco on four points atop Group C.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Game 11 Football Festival, a youth development and sports charity event, will hold its 5th edition on July 11, 2026, at AIS Park in East Legon, Accra. The festival will feature men's and women's football competitions, a men's basketball tournament, and a car show, with cash prizes including GHS 18,000 for the men's football winner.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Dolphins emerged overall champions of the Ghana Swim League's Meet of Champions 2026 season four, held at Borteyman Sports Complex Aquatic Center, becoming the first swim club to win three consecutive Meet of Champions titles with 427 points from a field of 187 swimmers across 14 clubs competing in 138 events.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Paraguay scored after 64 seconds through Matias Galarza, then had Miguel Almiron sent off for covering his mouth during a confrontational situation. Despite playing with 10 men, Paraguay held on to win and keep their campaign alive, while Türkiye are eliminated from the tournament.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Jerome Opoku, who made his World Cup debut in Ghana's 1-0 win over Panama, says the team aims to pursue three points from every match as they prepare for England. The defender praised the positive atmosphere in the training camp and described the squad as a healthy mix of experienced players and World Cup newcomers.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored a stoppage-time goal to give Ghana a 1-0 victory over Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener, but remained modest and attributed the decisive moment to collective team effort and tactical discipline.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Stanbic Bank Ghana has provided financial and logistical support to the Ghana Supporters Union to increase fan presence at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, including 100 tracksuits and pre-loaded cards worth $200 each for executives. Additional waves of supporters are scheduled to depart Accra on Saturday and Sunday to boost player morale.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ministry of Sports and Recreation has stated that public funds will not be used to support football fans travelling to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing high costs (estimated at $11,000 per person) and the need to prioritise domestic development under current economic conditions.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazil defeated Haiti 3–0 to move atop Group C on goal difference, ending Haiti's World Cup hopes with one match to play. Matheus Cunha scored twice and Vinicius Jr added a goal as Brazil secured a comfortable victory.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars defeated Panama 1–0 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and climbed eight places to 65th in the latest FIFA ranking, up from 73rd. The team next faces England on Tuesday, June 23rd, before playing Croatia in their final group game.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Google has unveiled its most extensive Street View update in Ghana since introducing the feature a decade ago, expanding coverage across major cities, highways, historic landmarks and coastal destinations using next-generation camera technology to deliver clearer, higher-resolution imagery.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The bodies of at least 15 migrants, including a girl, washed ashore along Libya's eastern Mediterranean coast after a boat carrying around 61 people capsized, according to security, navy, and medical sources. The remains were recovered from several places along the coastline of Tobruk near the Egyptian border.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Colombia's six-decade conflict between armed groups, the state and cartels has killed hundreds of thousands, with illegal armed group membership roughly doubling in the last five years. Insecurity is dominating voters' minds as two presidential candidates propose starkly different approaches to tackling the violence.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least six people, including Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah, in a strike on a central Gaza home on Saturday. The IDF accused Wishah of being "a terrorist in Hamas' military wing who served as a sniper operative," while Al Jazeera condemned the killing as a violation of international law and part of a "systematic policy of targeting journalists."
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
King Charles will become Britain's first modern monarch to publicly reveal his personal tax bill on Thursday, a move said to be his personal decision as part of a modernising drive for greater transparency. The disclosure will include tax on income from the Duchy of Lancaster, personal investments, and private estates such as Sandringham and Balmoral, though monarchs are not obliged to pay income, inheritance, or capital gains tax.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ireland's Minister for Justice said 42 South African nationals, including nine men, 18 women, and 15 minors, were deported to Johannesburg yesterday. Two of those deported had been convicted of offences in Ireland; the charter flight cost €735,000 and was the fourth deportation operation this year.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Australia's agriculture ministry confirmed detection of the H5N1 bird flu strain in a brown skua in Western Australia, meaning the virus has now reached every continent. A second suspected case was also found in a southern petrel, though authorities reported no evidence of mass mortalities.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
African and Caribbean countries have called for formal apologies and reparations from nations that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade, following a three-day conference in Accra. A 19-point reparations plan was endorsed, calling for debt relief, restitution of cultural property, and establishment of a global reparations fund.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran's military reclosed the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, citing continued Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon and alleged US breach of a ceasefire agreement. The closure threatens a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran aimed at ending the conflict, with Iran warning of further steps if aggression continues.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been offered accommodation on a royal estate for their visit to the UK next month with their children Archie and Lilibet, marking their first trip to the country in four years, though they have not yet responded to the invitation.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →