Makafui Woanya has been re-elected as Volta Regional chairman of the NPP, receiving 169 votes against Joseph Homenya's 148 in regional executive elections held in Ho. Woanya pledged to unite party members and intensify efforts against the NDC in the region ahead of the 2028 general elections.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Makafui Woanya has been re-elected as Volta Regional chairman of the NPP, receiving 169 votes against Joseph Homenya's 148 in regional executive elections held in Ho. Woanya pledged to unite party members and intensify efforts against the NDC in the region ahead of the 2028 general elections.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Delegates of the New Patriotic Party have elected new regional executives across the country as part of the party's reorganisation ahead of the 2028 general elections. Regional chairmen were elected on Saturday, August 15, with results declared for 15 of 16 regions, pending only in Western North Region.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council has demanded an apology from the Akyemansa District Chief Executive for what it says is unlawful interference in chieftaincy affairs, including a July 2026 letter conferring paramountcy status on the Etwereso Stool. The council argues that administration and recognition of chiefs are matters for constitutionally established chieftaincy institutions, not district executives.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has called for renewed investigations into the AKSA power deal and sanctions where breaches are found, arguing Ghana should not rely solely on US proceedings to determine what happened in the transaction involving Ghanaian institutions and officials. His call follows a US criminal case involving former Goldman Sachs banker Asante Kwaku Berko that has raised questions about alleged payments to public officials connected to the Turkish energy company Aksa Enerji project.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Abdul Rahman Abdul Aziz won re-election as Regional Chairman of the NPP in Upper West, defeating former Regional Organiser Alaska B. Kanton with 173 votes to 86 in the regional executive elections. The election was disrupted by a protest from Nandom Constituency executives who challenged the eligibility of some delegates and called for an investigation into transparency.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ashanti Regional Executive Elections Committee of the NPP has dismissed reports of a court injunction halting regional executive polls, with the committee chairperson stating the alleged injunction document is invalid because the election committee was not properly named in the court documents.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced plans to hold a national referendum on proposed constitutional amendments to the 1992 Constitution alongside the 2027 District Assembly elections. He said voters would simultaneously elect Assembly Members and vote on changes to entrenched constitutional provisions, and that a Constitutional Review Implementation Committee would soon be inaugurated to categorise which amendments require parliamentary approval versus referendum.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Jeff Konadu Addo has retained the Eastern Regional chairmanship of the NPP after securing 405 votes against challenger Kwadwo Boateng Agyemang's 292 votes in regional executive elections held at Asamankese. Several other incumbents also retained their positions in the regional leadership vote.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party in Ashanti Region held elections on August 15 with 1,020 delegates voting to choose 11 regional executive positions from 34 aspirants. The most competitive race was the regional chairmanship contest between Odeneho Kwaku Appiah and Dr Henry Kwabena Kokofu.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Newly elected Constituency Treasurer Elliot Kabutey Tei has outlined a strategy to strengthen the NPP's grassroots structures in Tema East, focusing on financial transparency, grassroots support, and sustainable fundraising to position the constituency for electoral success.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has defended Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine's handling of an alleged bribery scandal surrounding the Aksa power deal, contending that previous administrations failed to act on the matter and arguing the current investigation should proceed without partisan distractions.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Majority Chief Whip has urged Parliament to distance itself from investigating the alleged Aksa power deal bribery scandal, proposing instead a committee of experts from the Office of the Special Prosecutor, Attorney-General's Office, judiciary, and civil society organisations to avoid conflicts of interest.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah defended the New Patriotic Party's record on corruption prosecutions, stating that no NPP government has used nolle prosequi to discontinue corruption cases against its appointees. He cited the prosecution and conviction of former Sports Minister Alhaji Mallam Issah under President Kufuor as evidence.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr James Kwabena Bomfeh Jnr says the Attorney General has a duty to inform Ghanaians about information his office holds concerning alleged bribery linked to the AKSA power deal and what action is being taken, regardless of public mistrust in state institutions.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Gomoa Central MP A Plus has dismissed claims that his limited contributions in Parliament stem from poor English, saying his focus is delivering results for constituents rather than speaking frequently for public attention. He argued that frequent parliamentary interventions should not be equated with effective representation.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Majority Chief Whip has called for Ghana to pursue a thorough and speedy investigation into bribery allegations linked to the Aksa power plant transaction, following a US prosecution of former Goldman Sachs banker Asante Kwaku Berko that brought the decade-old matter back into focus.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Paul Biya, 93 and president of Cameroon since 1982, left on June 7 for what his office called a "brief private stay in Europe" and has not returned in two months, prompting questions about his health and who is running the country in his absence.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online's Newsfile programme discusses three high-profile governance issues: the IMF's report of US$1.7 billion in losses related to Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, which GoldBod disputes; allegations of bribery in a power transaction involving former Goldman Sachs banker Asante Kwaku Berko; and the status of Operation Recover All Loot cases during legal vacation.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
An NPP Bono Regional Council of Elders member has urged delegates in the party's Bono Regional Executive Election to vote on merit and prioritise the interests of the party and its 2028 Presidential Candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, emphasising that the party's 2028 election victory depends on their choices.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
International corporate lawyer Victoria Bright said the Chief Justice's warrants authorizing judges to sit during legal vacation were issued across 26 courts nationally and are not confined to specific politically sensitive cases, rejecting claims that only high-profile cases were selected for hearing.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A Newsfile episode discussed three accountability issues: the IMF's reported US$1.7 billion in losses associated with Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, with GoldBod disputing the characterization as a loss; allegations of bribery in a US prosecution involving a former Goldman Sachs banker and a Ghanaian power transaction; and questions about the progress of the government's Operation Recover All Loot cases during legal vacation.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh acknowledged the NPP suffered an electoral setback in 2024, with the party struggling to hold constituencies it had traditionally regarded as safe seats, including Takoradi, Awutu Senya, and seats in Greater Accra. The party has accepted the weaknesses exposed by the election and is taking steps to rebuild structures and regain voter confidence.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Okaikwei Central MP Patrick Boamah says the NPP must prioritise credible and competitive parliamentary candidates to reclaim constituencies lost to the NDC in Greater Accra Region, emphasising that the region's large voter population will be critical to the party's performance in the 2028 general elections.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Abdul-Aziz Abdu-Rahaman has been elected Chairman of the New Patriotic Party in the Upper West Region, polling 173 votes to defeat Kantong Alaska's 86 votes in regional executive elections held in Wa. The newly elected executives are expected to lead the party's reorganisation and grassroots mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2028 general elections.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Alhaji Iddrisu Sulemana has been elected Chairman of the New Patriotic Party in the Savannah Region, securing 92 votes to narrowly defeat former Ghana Water Limited Managing Director Clifford Abdallah Braimah, who polled 88 votes. Sulemana is now expected to oversee the NPP's reorganisation and mobilisation activities in the region ahead of the 2028 general elections.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Journalist Paul Adom-Otchere told an NPP regional executives event that dissatisfaction with what he called the government's "arrogance of power" under the current administration is strengthening the NPP in the Ashanti Region, particularly among previously undecided voters who have grown critical of NDC officials' conduct.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Paul Adom-Otchere has criticised the government's demolition of existing structures, including schools and banks, to make way for 24-hour markets under its 24-hour economy policy, arguing that markets have existed in Ghana for over 180 years and should not be presented as a new concept.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Elvis Figo Awonekai, the NPP's 2024 parliamentary candidate for Bolgatanga Central, has been elected Chairman of the party in the Upper East Region with 177 votes, defeating four other candidates. Awonekai identified party unity and organisational strengthening ahead of the 2028 general elections as his key priorities.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
At the Northern Regional NPP executive elections on August 15, incumbent Chairman Mohammed Baatima Adam retained his position with 215 of 397 votes cast, while new faces secured victories in several other roles including First Vice Chairman and Secretary, signalling delegates' appetite for change in multiple executive positions.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Health Minister Dr Bernard Okoe Boye has been elected Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the NPP, defeating Alfred Boye with 490 votes to 172 in the party's regional executive elections held at the WAEC Hall in Tema West. He campaigned on a promise of inclusive and service-oriented leadership centered on direct engagement with constituency executives.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joseph Kobinah Esibu has been elected Central Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party after securing 278 votes, defeating Percy Dennis who obtained 161 votes. The party held regional executive elections in which multiple positions across the Central Region were filled.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Odeneho Kwaku Appiah won the New Patriotic Party's regional executive elections in Ashanti with 663 votes, defeating former EPA chief Henry Kwabena Kokofu's 269 votes. The newly elected leadership is expected to lead the party's mobilisation and restructuring efforts ahead of the 2028 general elections.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
TDC Ghana Ltd has defended its legal mandate to undertake development projects in Tema, stating its authority to plan, lay out and develop the city predates the Tema Metropolitan Assembly and is rooted in statutory provisions dating back to its establishment in 1952. The clarification arises amid a dispute between TDC and TMA over an infilling housing project at Community One, Site Three.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ignatius Kwesi Afrifa, a former Amenfi West parliamentary candidate, has been elected NPP Western Regional Chairman with 265 votes, defeating Abdul Ganiyu Mohammed's 102 votes in party regional executive elections held in Ahanta West.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The NPP plans to make illegal mining (galamsey) a major issue in its 2028 campaign, with Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh saying the party's focus will be driven by the threat illegal mining poses to Ghana's water bodies and communities' livelihoods, treating it as a national survival issue rather than just a political talking point.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Makafui Kofi Woanyah has won another term as the New Patriotic Party's Volta Regional Chairman, defeating challenger Joseph Wallace Homenya by 21 votes—169 to 148. His supporters credited his role in developing the NPP's structures and electoral activities, while opponents had argued for fresh leadership and changed strategy.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Law Society has announced its maiden Annual Bar Conference for September 30, themed "Legal Reforms: The Place of the Ghanaian Lawyer," bringing together legal practitioners, judges, policymakers, and corporate leaders. President John Dramani Mahama is expected to attend as Special Guest of Honour, alongside the Speaker of Parliament, Chief Justice, Attorney General, and international legal figures.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Kwame Baffoe, known as Abronye DC, retained his position as NPP Bono Regional Chairman after winning the regional election on August 15 with 201 votes, defeating four other candidates to continue leading the party's regional structure.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh says the NPP has begun rebuilding efforts to regain parliamentary seats lost to the NDC in 2024 and is taking steps to address challenges that contributed to its poor electoral performance ahead of 2028. The party lost ground in traditional strongholds including constituencies in the Western Region, Greater Accra, and other parts of the country.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has raised concerns about proceeding with criminal trials during the legal vacation, saying the unusual practice—which normally requires agreement from parties and lawyers—risks creating perceptions of political targeting if applied selectively to individuals from a particular political party.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Majority Chief Whip says the dispute between lawyers and the Chief Justice over hearings during the legal vacation could have been resolved through negotiation with judges rather than formal petitions, noting that lawyers commonly negotiate with judges when cases spill into vacation periods.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has announced a special bonus for Ghana's Passport administration staff following a Ghana Statistical Service report ranking the institution among the country's most transformed and least corrupt public institutions. The minister commended the staff's performance and pledged to continue reforms focused on integrity, professionalism, and service delivery.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Odeneho Kwaku Appiah (COKA) has been elected Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, polling 658 votes against Dr Henry Kwabena Kokofu's 269 votes in the August 15, 2026 election. COKA's victory marks a comeback after a previous defeat by former Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako.
15 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Joseph Esibu unseated incumbent Percy Dennis Quaicoe in the New Patriotic Party Central Regional elections, polling 278 votes to Quaicoe's 161 at Mankessim on 15 August 2026. Several other positions were contested, with some incumbents retaining their seats.
15 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
MTN Ghana will construct 80 new network sites across the five northern regions this year as part of a $1.1 billion investment plan, with $380 million earmarked for network expansion in 2026 alone. Nationwide, the company is targeting 500 new sites in 2026 to expand coverage and strengthen service quality.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has disbursed GH¢23.1 billion as of the end of July to clear road contractors' arrears and fund Big Push infrastructure projects, according to the Roads Minister. The minister stated that the bulk of the amount represents settlement of arrears dating from previous administrations.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Grid Company Ltd. will conduct an emergency power interruption in parts of Greater Accra on Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 3:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to replace a transmission tower on the Tema–Achimota line damaged after a fuel tanker explosion at Ashaiman. GRIDCo warned against unauthorised encroachment on transmission line corridors.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Maverick Research's retail audit data for the first half of 2026 shows Ghana delivered the strongest regional performance, with volumes up 8.9% and value growing 15.6%, driven by easing inflation, a stronger cedi, and improved purchasing power that enabled consumers to buy more essential goods.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Trade, Industry and Tourism visited the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority to review its operations and strategic direction. GIPA Chief Executive Officer Simon Madjie outlined the Authority's mandate under the new Act 1173 of 2023, which repositioned the institution to promote investment into Ghana, support investment within Ghana at regional and district levels, and facilitate Ghanaian investment abroad under ECOWAS and the African Continental Free Trade Area.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra is celebrating its 15th anniversary and plans to strengthen its connection with the Ghanaian community through accessibility, tailored hospitality experiences, and community outreach. The General Manager noted that the hotel entered a market with only one five-star hotel 15 years ago as a premium brand seeking to adapt to local needs.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Kentucky Fried Chicken's GH¢15 anniversary promotion — one piece of chicken, tenders, and small chips — drew hundreds of customers and long queues to branches across Ghana on Saturday, August 15, with security personnel managing overcrowding at some outlets as the company marks 15 years operating in the country.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Electricity Company of Ghana has announced unplanned power outages in Accra West due to cable faults at New Bortianor and Dansoman Kitkat, and scheduled maintenance works in the Central Region on 18–19 August.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof Ebo Turkson says the US$1.7 billion loss cited by the IMF relates to losses incurred by the Bank of Ghana through its Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, not GoldBod as an entity. He clarified that GoldBod itself is not operating at a loss.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Peru's military attacked illegal gold mining camps in Tambopata National Park in the Peruvian Amazon this week, destroying equipment and mining infrastructure. The operation, called Operation Mercury 2, follows a similar 2017 campaign that initially achieved a 90% drop in mining but the activity eventually grew back to surpass previous numbers.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has arrested 258 suspects and seized thousands of mining equipment pieces in its anti-galamsey campaign, but Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah said the real challenge is ensuring prosecutions reach conclusion in court, not the arrests themselves. The ministry is working with the Attorney-General's Department to address difficulties in prosecuting illegal mining cases.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has upheld the revocation of Adamus Resources' mining leases covering the Akango, Salman and Nkroful concessions in the Western Region, citing alleged breaches including unauthorised arrangements and regulatory infractions. Adamus has rejected the allegations and announced its intention to challenge the decision, arguing the process did not comply with the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology plans to partner with Ghana's Ministry of Food and Agriculture to manufacture locally produced farming equipment and technologies, aiming to reduce the country's dependence on imports and increase the use of locally developed technologies in government projects.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh warned that illegal mining is becoming a serious threat to Ghana's water bodies, vegetation and livelihoods, citing rising turbidity in the Birim River and destruction of flora and fauna. He expressed concern about illegal mining activities along the Accra-Kumasi highway and said the crisis has moved beyond partisan politics.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's MTN Ghana Foundation has launched the Bright Scholars Alumni Network to connect over 1,200 scholarship beneficiaries and help support the next generation of young Ghanaians. The programme has supported 1,222 students since 2017, including 299 who graduated with first-class honours, and provides tuition, accommodation, laptops, and stipends.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Peter Kyeremeh, 29, has escaped from lawful custody while serving a five-year sentence for unlawful entry and stealing. The Ghana Prisons Service is appealing to the public to report any information about his whereabouts to the nearest police station or prison establishment.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The University of Education Hospital at Winneba has suspended its Outpatient Department services due to the ongoing strike by the Ghana Association of University Administrators, with services to resume only after the strike is called off.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Afigyaman SHS and Osei Kyeretwie SHS (OKESS) have secured places in the Round of 16 of the 2026 LUV FM Kel Charcoal Toothpaste High School Debate. Afigyaman edged fellow debutants New Edubiase SHS by four points, while OKESS recorded a commanding victory over Oppon Memorial SHS.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia Palace has prohibited unauthorised drone and unmanned aerial vehicle operations within the palace and surrounding areas, effective immediately. Violations will result in equipment confiscation and potential legal action.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
An incident involving a pastor being slapped in police custody triggered public outrage and risked inflaming religious tensions; the National Chief Imam and other religious leaders intervened to defuse the situation and preserve Christian-Muslim coexistence.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service have brought under control a fire that gutted a cluster of houses at Labadi Wireless in Accra. Officers from three fire stations are conducting overhaul and salvage operations; the cause and extent of damage remain unknown.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service held a meeting with Christian and Muslim religious leaders at the National Police Headquarters to strengthen collaboration and promote peace. Discussions centered on dialogue, tolerance, and the role of religious leaders in preventing incidents that could generate religious tension and threaten Ghana's tradition of peaceful coexistence.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has released GH¢443 million to retool selected facilities for the Free Primary Health Care programme, with GH¢36 million distributed to 107 district health facilities nationwide. The Upper East Region received GH¢4.2 million for 14 district health facilities, with funds paid directly to facilities to improve efficiency.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has called for urgent and pragmatic measures to reduce maternal deaths in Ghana, describing the loss of women during childbirth as unacceptable in the 21st century. He urged health workers to demonstrate commitment in providing maternal healthcare and called on pregnant women to attend antenatal clinics regularly and adhere to medical advice.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Rotary Club of Accra Airport Enclave has donated a phototherapy machine to Ussher Hospital to support treatment of newborns with jaundice. The donation is part of the club's efforts to support communities and address identified health needs.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Jason Arday, appointed as Cambridge's youngest black professor in 2023 amid global attention around racial diversity in academia, has died unexpectedly. His death comes after plagiarism allegations against his research surfaced in July 2026, which he denied, with Liverpool John Moores University affirming the work's quality.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) preliminary stage will feature 147 schools battling across 49 contests from August 20–24, with three schools competing in each contest to secure places in the One-Eighth Stage.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Sue Nyathi's self-published debut novel The Polygamist, about a married Zimbabwean man and the women he seduces, has become a Netflix series now in the top 10 in more than 60 countries and number two in the United States. Nyathi, whose family practiced polygamy for generations, says the adaptation is not a straightforward story about polygamy but explores how women see themselves reflected in its narrative.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Children form friendships based on present-moment activities, while adults define friendships by accumulated shared experiences and continuity rather than years elapsed. Adults describe friendships by what they've endured together, not chronological duration.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian gospel artiste Mz Nana won the Best International Collaboration award at the 2026 Ghana Music Awards USA for her song "Ahoto (Comfort)" featuring Obaapa Christy, an inspirational worship song centred on finding hope and divine peace.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Fenway Sports Group has agreed to sell a strategic minority stake of about a third of Liverpool Football Club to a consortium led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia and including billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin. The transaction will not affect the club's transfer budget, though the consortium has an option to increase its investment in future.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Sports Authority has inaugurated a five-member Resource Mobilisation and Partnership Committee, with the board chairman stating that traditional state funding alone cannot support youth empowerment, modern sports infrastructure, and sustained athletic excellence; the committee aims to diversify revenue streams and cultivate partnerships with the private sector and international development agencies.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Algeria secured their first-ever podium finish at the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 after defeating hosts Morocco 3-1 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Enzo Fernandez was booed by sections of Chelsea supporters when he appeared as a substitute in a 3-1 pre-season win against Real Sociedad, a day after Chelsea's transfer deadline passed with failed moves to Real Madrid and Manchester City. Manager Xabi Alonso showed backing for Fernandez by having Reece James pass him the armband when leaving the field, though the crowd reaction remained mixed.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ferran Torres, who scored Spain's extra-time winner at the World Cup, has joined PSG from Barcelona on a deal until 2031 for approximately 50 million euros. The 26-year-old scored 21 goals in 49 appearances for Barcelona last season and becomes PSG's second major forward signing this summer.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Researchers from a five-year Japan-backed project find that Ghana's coastline, particularly the Volta River and Densu Delta areas, faces increasing erosion pressure due to declining sediment discharge from the Volta River. Analysis of the past 20 years shows approximately 10 metres of beach loss at Dzita in the Volta Region within two months.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ambassador Nancy Q. Sam, President of Women in Tourism Ghana, met with Thandazile "Thanda," an Executive Leader at the KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority, to discuss strengthening Africa's tourism industry and women-led tourism initiatives. Both leaders emphasized strategic partnerships for sustainable tourism development and economic growth across the continent.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island Saturday, killing at least 47 people and damaging hundreds of buildings, with rescue teams continuing search operations in the mountainous region.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Moroccan authorities intercepted more than 100 people seeking to cross into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, with security sources citing 111 detentions near the town of Fnideq. The operation followed a spike in security after roughly 78,000 migrants arrived in Ceuta by sea a fortnight earlier, and warnings of a planned second mass crossing attempt.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Jason Arday, the youngest Black professor in the history of the University of Cambridge and son of Ghanaian parents, has died at 41. His death came days after he resigned from the university following allegations of plagiarism and questions about aspects of his academic record.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran has called for the release of three Iranian pilots it says were captured by Qatar after two fighter jets were hit by air defences during a military operation in March 2026. Qatar categorically denied the claim, saying contact was attempted after the pilots violated Qatari airspace and it took measures to defend its territory.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Eleven people died in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, with seven killed in a strike on a house in Ansar near Beirut and four more in a strike on Deir al-Zahrani. Lebanon's prime minister condemned the attacks as targeting civilians rather than military infrastructure and called for Israel to halt the escalation.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Jason Arday, 41, a former Cambridge sociology professor who resigned last week following plagiarism allegations he denied, was found dead at an address in Battersea, south London, on Friday afternoon. His family said a "campaign of misinformation" had been too much for him.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A Joy Online opinion piece reflects on the rising prevalence of leaked intimate videos in Ghana, noting that a succession of public figures across different professions have been affected and observing the cultural shift this represents in how Ghanaian scandals unfold.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that AI adoption is happening rapidly alongside concentrated capital and investment, creating new industries and centres of economic power. Africa must determine whether it will be a user or builder of AI technologies, drawing lessons from how it transformed mobile technology into mobile money innovations like M-PESA.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Two Ghanaian prophets have made competing claims about spiritual credit for the NDC's decisive 2024 general election victory. An opinion piece argues that Ghana's elections are decided by voters casting ballots based on issues like inflation, unemployment, and the economy, not by prophecy alone.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →