Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo visited Gbewaa Palace to mourn Ya-Naa Abukari II, the late overlord of Dagbon, and extended condolences to the Regent and people of the Kingdom. The late overlord had previously credited Akufo-Addo's role in the peace process that restored unity to Dagbon.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo visited Gbewaa Palace to mourn Ya-Naa Abukari II, the late overlord of Dagbon, and extended condolences to the Regent and people of the Kingdom. The late overlord had previously credited Akufo-Addo's role in the peace process that restored unity to Dagbon.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President Akufo-Addo praised the Dagbon Traditional Council for maintaining the Peace Accord following the death of Ya-Na Abukari II, emphasizing that adherence to its rotational succession principle between the Abudu and Andani royal families was critical to preserving peace in the kingdom and broader stability in northern Ghana.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament has approved five members nominated to serve on the Fiscal Council, which is mandated to promote fiscal discipline, strengthen financial oversight, and provide independent expert analysis to support sound decision-making in public financial management. Chaired by Dr Emmanuel Oteng Kumah, the council is expected to monitor implementation of the national budget and ensure government expenditure remains within sustainable limits.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Major General Timothy Ba-Taa-Banah, Director of the Ghana National Counter Terrorism Fusion Centre, urged the media to use its influence to help the public understand its civic responsibilities for maintaining peace and stability in Ghana. He said the media remained a critical partner in the national security architecture because of its ability to reach communities, shape discourse, and provide early warning of developments threatening national peace.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako says the alleged $80 million monthly cap on the Bank of Ghana's foreign exchange interventions was redacted from published IMF reports because details on intervention caps are market-sensitive and publicly disclosing such limits could trigger speculative attacks against the cedi.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Information Minister and NPP Director of Communications Nana Akomea has filed his nomination for the First Vice Chairman race in the party's 2026 national executive elections. Thirteen aspirants are reportedly seeking the three vice-chairmanship positions, with vetting scheduled for September 1 and elections in October.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama is swearing in Mahama Ayariga as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs; Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology; and three Supreme Court nominees—Justice Sophia Rosetta Bernasko Essah, Justice Edward Amoako Asante, and Anthony Forson Jnr—at Jubilee House on Saturday, August 29, 2026, following Parliament's approval on Thursday.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Tano North MP Dr Gideon Boako has defended former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's claim that the previous government operated under an IMF-imposed monthly cap on foreign exchange intervention, saying the cap was initially set at $80 million per month before being scaled down to $60 million. Dr Boako argued that critics citing Ghana's $3 billion in foreign exchange sales misread monetary policy, as that figure covered different foreign exchange operations.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister says the government is considering mandatory drug testing for public sector employment and will present an Information Paper to Cabinet on the proposal. This follows this year's security services recruitment, during which more than 6,000 of over 100,000 applicants were disqualified after screening, including more than 4,000 who tested positive for drugs.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi has formally authorised his lawyers to accept service of a writ filed by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin over alleged defamatory statements about extortion. The writ had not yet been served as of the announcement date, but Gyamfi's solicitors have notified the High Court that service can be effected through their office.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
James Agalga, the newly appointed Majority Leader in Parliament, has committed to fostering consensus-building between the Majority and Minority Caucuses and to working on the President's reset agenda. He said he would lead with humility, consult colleagues, and make compromises when necessary to enable Parliament to deliver on its legislative mandate.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Bediako Baidoo, MP for Akwatia, has rejected accusations that the Mahama administration is attempting to pack the Supreme Court, arguing that the circumstances differ from those under former President Akufo-Addo. Baidoo contended that while the NDC previously objected to Akufo-Addo's appointments of political allies, the Mahama administration's nominees were selected to perform a job for the executive, not for partisan reasons.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Office of the Special Prosecutor has rejected perceptions of a strained relationship with the Attorney-General, with its Director of Strategy, Research and Communications stating the two institutions maintain a strong working relationship and collaborate effectively on anti-corruption efforts.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Office of the Special Prosecutor's Director of Strategy, Research and Communications has alleged that the Attorney-General's office turned down several requests from the OSP to collaborate on cases, though he maintains the two institutions generally have a good working relationship.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has called on Ghanaians to avoid personalising the Office of the Special Prosecutor, arguing that public discussion should focus on the institution's legal mandate and performance rather than the individual holding the position. He cautioned that personalising the OSP weakens public confidence and distracts from questions about its effectiveness and relationship with other state agencies.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Office of the Special Prosecutor says its intervention has helped sanitise vehicle auction processes within the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority and minimise corruption opportunities there. The OSP director cited changes to benchmark values and work stemming from the Labianca case as examples of behind-the-scenes anti-corruption efforts.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak told the Russian Ambassador that Ghana's democracy remains strong despite challenges, pointing to the country's history of peaceful transfers of power and attributing stability to Ghanaians' commitment to peace. The minister called for stronger bilateral cooperation with Russia in security, training, and other areas of mutual interest.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Akwatia MP Bernard Baidoo has called for greater collaboration between the Office of the Special Prosecutor and the Attorney-General, warning that lack of cohesion between the two institutions could undermine Ghana's fight against corruption. He cautioned that institutional disputes over the OSP's constitutional foundation risk diverting focus from accountability efforts.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr John Osae-Kwapong of the Centre for Democratic Development has argued that the Office of the Special Prosecutor is necessary to ensure accountability for public officials' alleged wrongdoing without waiting for a change of government. He noted that Ghana's Fourth Republic record shows corruption allegations against officials are typically pursued only after electoral turnovers rather than during the administrations in which the misconduct occurred.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP's flagbearer, has constituted a committee to review the government's position on Ghana's constitutional reform process. The committee, comprising legal practitioners and other knowledgeable individuals, is expected to complete its report in the coming weeks and present recommendations to contribute to the constitutional review and implementation process.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Sulemana Braimah, Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa, questions Ghana's commitment to fighting corruption, noting that the creation of anti-corruption institutions like the Office of the Special Prosecutor has not stopped corruption from growing despite existing bodies such as EOCO, FIC, CID, and CHRAJ.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa expressed confidence that the newly constituted 11-member bipartisan committee will successfully oversee the implementation of Ghana's proposed constitutional reforms, saying its cross-party composition could foster consensus and serve the national interest.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Media Foundation for West Africa's Executive Director has expressed cautious optimism about the government's renewed constitutional reform efforts, welcoming the inauguration of an 11-member committee to advance recommendations from the Constitution Review Committee and noting that President Mahama has committed to pursuing a comprehensive constitutional reform process.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Akwatia MP Bernard Bediako Baidoo has expressed confidence in Ghana's constitutional reform process and the newly inaugurated 11-member implementation committee, saying previous court challenges should not create fear around the current effort and that legal challenges should be viewed as part of Ghana's democratic safeguards.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa claims that former President Akufo-Addo showed little interest in reviewing Ghana's 1992 Constitution while in office, having argued during CSO meetings that the Constitution had sustained Ghana's democracy for decades and should not be altered.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party says its Constitutional and Legal Affairs Policy Committee has completed its review of the Constitution Review Committee report and government responses, and will submit a position paper to the party's presidential candidate and National Executive Committee for adoption before announcing the NPP's official position to the public.
29 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Dramani Mahama has directed newly appointed Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Mahama Ayariga to protect freedom of worship and ensure no Ghanaian is marginalised because of their faith or ethnicity, noting that Ghana's religious and cultural diversity must strengthen rather than divide national unity.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has called for a more practical and urgent national response to climate change, citing flooding, coastal erosion, changing rainfall patterns and rising temperatures as threats to communities, livelihoods and infrastructure. He charged newly appointed Minister for Environment, Science and Technology Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to strengthen Ghana's climate resilience while pursuing development that creates employment without compromising the environment.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama said his administration will take firm action against individuals profiting from destruction of Ghana's forests and water bodies through illegal mining, which he described as one of the greatest threats to the country's survival. He charged the newly sworn Minister for Environment, Science and Technology to provide determined leadership in protecting natural resources through sound science, effective regulation, and community involvement.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has tasked newly sworn-in Environment, Science and Technology Minister Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to provide decisive leadership in fighting illegal mining, citing the destruction of Ghana's forests and water bodies as a grave threat requiring firm action.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party says it has completed its review of the Constitution Review Committee's report and government's position paper on proposed amendments to the 1992 Constitution, and will soon announce its official position after submission to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and the party's National Executive Committee.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Mahama Ayariga as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, following their parliamentary approval.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Attorney General has inaugurated an 11-member Constitution Review Implementation Committee to examine government's position and recommendations from a constitutional review report, and develop a framework for implementing approved proposals for Ghana's 1992 Constitution.
29 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
The New Patriotic Party will vet 47 aspirants for its 2026 National Officers Elections from August 31 to September 3, following the closure of nominations. Three of the 50 who purchased forms did not complete filing: Bernard Antwi Boasiako withdrew from the National Chairperson race, Evans Kodom stepped out from the National Communications Director position, and Perpetual Ekua Lomokie Akwada missed the deadline for the National Women Organiser position.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has set up a Preliminary Investigation Committee on Seized Foreign Currency to address the movement of undeclared foreign currency through Ghana's airports and border points. The Governor said undeclared currency flows pose risks including money laundering, tax evasion and other illicit activities, and the BoG is working with multiple agencies to strengthen monitoring and investigation mechanisms.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party received completed nomination forms from 47 of 50 aspirants for its 2026 National Officers Elections before the August 29 filing deadline. Three candidates withdrew or failed to submit: Bernard Antwi Boasiako (National Chairperson), Evans Kodom (National Communications Director), and Perpetual Ekua Lomokie Akwada (National Women Organiser), leaving Dennis Miracles Aboagye as the sole candidate for Communications Director.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyers for Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin have rejected claims their client is avoiding service of a defamation suit writ on Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi, stating the writ was served on Gyamfi's lawyers after they notified the High Court they had authority to accept service on his behalf.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama swore Mahama Ayariga into office as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology at a ceremony at the presidency on Saturday, August 29. Mahama urged them to approach their roles with integrity, humility and fairness while upholding the Constitution and placing the national interest above all other considerations.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has tasked the Minister for Environment, Science and Technology to pursue development that creates jobs and expands economic opportunities without compromising Ghana's environment, and directed the ministry to place science, technology and innovation at the centre of Ghana's development agenda.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ministers Mahama Ayariga (Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs) and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings (Environment, Science and Technology) were sworn in on August 29, 2026, following Parliament's approval. Ayariga pledged on behalf of both that they would work diligently to fulfil the government's promises to Ghanaians made during the 2024 election campaign.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has tasked newly sworn-in Minister for Local Government Mahama Ayariga with restoring order to Ghana's cities and towns, citing persistent encroachment on public spaces, poor spatial planning, congestion, and sanitation challenges that cannot continue unchecked. The President also directed the minister to strengthen responsiveness of local assemblies and improve planning and service delivery in communities.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has tasked newly appointed Minister Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to place science, technology and innovation at the centre of Ghana's development agenda, including strengthening scientific research, supporting local inventors, and deepening collaboration between universities, research institutions and industry.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has charged newly sworn-in Minister Mahama Ayariga to make Ghana's decentralisation system more meaningful by ensuring metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies become more accountable, financially disciplined and responsive to their communities.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama said his administration will take firm action against those profiting from the destruction of Ghana's forests and water bodies through illegal mining, describing such environmental damage as one of the greatest threats to national survival. He charged newly sworn-in Minister Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to provide determined leadership in protecting natural resources through science-based, regulated, and community-involved approaches.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology and Mahama Ayariga as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, following parliamentary approval.
29 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The solicitor for Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who filed a defamation suit against Ghana Gold Board CEO Samuel Adu Gyamfi at the High Court in Accra on August 24, 2026, has stated the writ was duly served on Ayine & Partners law firm after they indicated authority to accept service. However, the law firm returned the writ on August 27, 2026, claiming their client had changed his mind, and when the court bailiff attempted personal service at Gyamfi's office, he refused to accept the writ.
29 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Inspired by motherhood, Eni Akonobea created Eni Asiri—a company and philosophy centred on intentionally curating the conditions in which people flourish. The venture draws on qualities of attentiveness, nourishment, protection, and presence that transcend biological motherhood to promote wellness.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has defended its ongoing reforms in the microfinance and specialised deposit-taking institutions sector as critical to restoring confidence and strengthening institutional resilience. The reforms focus on capital adequacy, governance and risk management, and sector restructuring, intended to create stronger buffers against economic shocks and improve oversight.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Business leaders discussing artificial intelligence increasingly focus on three fundamental concerns: whether AI can be trusted, whether it creates value, and who remains accountable. As AI becomes embedded in business processes, the challenge for leaders is ensuring it is used responsibly, effectively, and with appropriate oversight.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's National Petroleum Authority has increased the price floor for petrol to GH¢14.53 per litre (up 4.38% from GH¢13.92) and diesel to GH¢15.60 per litre (up 2.69% from GH¢15.19), effective September 1–16, 2026; LPG was reduced to GH¢10.85 per kilogramme. Pump prices may not necessarily rise, as some oil marketing companies have indicated prices could remain unchanged.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Bank of Ghana has identified a $4.8 billion SME financing gap, with a deputy governor arguing that the issue is not capital availability but rather assessment capacity. The Bank proposes that open banking reform should focus on lending to businesses lacking conventional collateral, shifting financial inclusion benchmarks from payment access to fair credit terms.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Maxwell Commey, CEO of Oro Oil Ghana Limited, has called for urgent action to address congestion, high logistics costs and weak inland connectivity at Tema Port, saying these challenges increase business costs, constrain trade and limit job creation. He argues that targeted infrastructure upgrades, digitalisation, stronger private-sector participation and better agency coordination could improve the efficiency of Ghana's logistics system.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama has warned that undeclared foreign currency moving through Ghana's airports and borders poses a threat to financial integrity and enables money laundering and tax evasion. The BoG has established a multi-agency Preliminary Investigation Committee and is collaborating with revenue, security, and financial intelligence authorities to address the issue.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Investment Promotion Authority CEO Simon Madjie has called for stronger coordination among institutions to provide a clearer picture of investment activity. Ghana recorded US$2.62 billion in Foreign Direct Investment in 2025, according to GIPA's first-ever annual FDI report released Friday.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Inspector Hance Atubra of Tarkwa Divisional Police has been promoted to Chief Inspector by the Inspector-General of Police for his intervention during a fire at Aboso Main Lorry Station on 26 August 2026. Atubra was the first officer on scene and evacuated people trapped in the area to safety.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ameer of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana has called on Muslims and Ghanaians to respond to religious provocation with restraint rather than insults or violence, citing recent tensions involving an imam's arrest over calls for violence against those insulting Prophet Mohammed, a pastor's arrest for derogatory comments about the Prophet, and a viral video showing a man assaulting a handcuffed pastor at Ghana Police Service headquarters.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ameer of Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana told delegates at a regional gathering in Wa that roads leading to the city have been in poor condition for as long as he can remember, recounting a conversation with his young son who questioned whether the deterioration was recent.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ameer of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana cautioned against allowing religious differences to threaten the country's peace and stability, arguing that religious conflicts could be more damaging than partisan political disagreements. Speaking at an Ahmadiyya elders' convention in Wa, he stressed that morality and nation-building require conscious decisions and actions aimed at promoting good, independent of religious affiliation.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
EduSpots has gathered community educators and teachers from 50 communities across Ghana and Kenya for a specialist education academy in Akumadan, focused on strengthening inclusive, collaborative and imaginative approaches to teaching and learning. The academy marks the beginning of preparations for the relaunch of EduSpots' learner club programme in September, which will engage more than 3,000 learners annually.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Karaga MP Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has supported 200 tertiary students with school fees through the Anta Education Fund, bringing the total number of students assisted since the fund's 2020 launch to 1,519. He reaffirmed education as a priority and pledged continued investment in educational development in the constituency.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, Member of Parliament for Karaga, has provided financial support to 200 students from tertiary institutions to pay school fees through the Anta Education Fund, bringing total beneficiaries since 2020 to 1,519. The fund was established to ease financial burdens on students in the Karaga Constituency and has expanded across the area.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water Ltd has completed repairs on a damaged 500mm-diameter main pipeline and restored water supply to communities including Mallam, Darkuman, Nshorna, Machetato, Korle Bu, Mamprobi, Dansoman Township and Chorkor in Western Accra. The company cautioned that some customers may experience low pressure or intermittent flow as the network stabilises.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
More than 100 vehicles have been stranded at Doli Bridge along the Bole highway in the Savannah Region after muddy clay from ongoing road construction made the stretch slippery and difficult to navigate. The Bole District Police Command has deployed personnel to manage traffic and assist motorists.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Food and Drugs Authority has conducted an enforcement operation at Makola Market in Accra, arresting traders allegedly selling products locally called "cigarette toffee," which the FDA considers unsafe or unsuitable for consumption. The Authority is investigating the seized products and traders as part of efforts to protect consumers, particularly children, from potentially harmful items.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Senior Presidential Aide to President John Dramani Mahama, has urged social media users to be deliberate about what they publish online, noting that social media profiles have become public reference points and encouraging users to share thoughtful, well-researched content to promote constructive conversations.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Rotary Club of Accra-Airport and Street Children Empowerment Foundation donated school supplies—including exercise books, notebooks, pens, pencils, erasers, and rulers—to more than 200 street-connected children in the Accra Metropolitan Area at a back-to-school programme held at Wesley Methodist Basic School on August 29, 2026. The initiative aimed to support vulnerable children's education and future opportunities.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Tertiary Education Commission has published a list of 100 universities it does not recognise due to quality assurance concerns and advised the public to exercise due diligence regarding certificates from these institutions.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Akosua Manu, Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has called on Parliament to institute a bipartisan inquiry into maternal deaths in Ghana, citing the death of a 31-year-old woman after a Caesarean section at Ridge Hospital and describing rising maternal mortality as a "worrying national trend." She noted systemic challenges including potential brain drain of health professionals and insufficient routine training, rather than attributing blame solely to health workers.
29 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
A candy product designed to look like lit cigarettes, sold in packaging featuring cartoon children smoking, has sparked public outrage in Ghana. Prominent figures including Dr. George Anagli and musician Kofi Kinaata are calling on the Food and Drugs Authority to ban the product, arguing it glamorizes smoking to children.
29 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana High Commission in the UK has intervened to assist highlife musician Barosky following viral social media videos raising concern about his welfare, with the High Commissioner meeting him in Manchester to explore support options including a possible return to Ghana.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Two contestants face possible eviction in Episode Three of Big Chef Season Five as the competition introduces the Ampesi Challenge. After Episode Two's Gari Fotor Challenge, Setthlyne earned Star Chef of the Day, Michael was saved, and host Michelle Agyekum used her power to save Yayra from the bottom two.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
American rapper Cardi B revealed that she left Balenciaga's Fall 2024 runway show in December 2023 because she felt faint while walking with a fever in the sun wearing fur. She feared that if she collapsed, the audience would mistake it for a theatrical stunt rather than a medical emergency.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Award-winning gospel artiste Adom Kiki has released a new worship song, "Nyame Aboa Me," a thanksgiving anthem celebrating God's faithfulness and mercy. He also discussed his loss at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards and his Presbyterian Church upbringing.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Rodney Kofi Kyei, CEO of Crux Global, says international shows and tours carry high costs for Ghanaian artistes—covering flights, promotion, production, and guest artists—but remain important for established names to connect directly with audiences and expand their reach.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards powered by Smirnoff will take place on December 4, 2026, under the theme "ALL OUT." The awards season, organised by Merqury Republic, will include preparatory activities such as Pub Fest and the Ghana DJ Clinic, and introduces a new Digital DJ of the Year category to recognise DJs excelling through digital platforms.
29 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 takes place at the University of Ghana Stadium on Saturday, August 29, bringing together companies and corporate executives for competitive and recreational activities including football, chess, table tennis, swimming, and novelty events.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture John Dumelo promised the winning team of the 2026 JoySports Invitational Tournament free chicken, eggs and ginger, leveraging his dual role as Ayawaso West Wuogon MP and minister to add agricultural incentives to the annual corporate sports competition held at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
McDan Group defeated Equity Health 2–1 on penalties in the opening match of the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, after the match ended goalless in 20 minutes of play (two 10-minute halves).
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The McDan Group and Equity Health have officially opened the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, bringing together teams and athletes to compete while promoting teamwork, discipline and physical fitness.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Opoku Ware School, two-time NSMQ champions, were knocked out at the One-Eighth Stage in the 2026 competition after finishing third in a three-way contest with Bishop Herman College and Asanteman SHS. The elimination ends a run in which OWASS reached at least the quarterfinals in every edition from 2022 to 2025.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Corporate participants in the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 took part in an early-morning health walk and aerobics session at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on August 29, followed by competitive action across football, chess, table tennis, scrabble, draughts, ludo and swimming.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief Executive Officers participated in a penalty shootout at the 2026 JoySports Invitational Tournament held at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on Saturday, August 29, as part of a broader corporate event featuring football, table tennis, chess, scrabble, draughts, ludo and swimming.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Multimedia Group defeated GIMPA 3-0 in a penalty shootout after the match remained goalless in regulation time at the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, says the resurgence of sports in Ghana is creating opportunities for individuals and institutions to take up leadership roles and contribute to sector development. He stressed that effective leadership is essential to ensure growing interest in sports translates into sustainable opportunities for athletes, administrators and other stakeholders.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Piwak Natural Health, Old Mutual, Fair Wages and Salaries Commission, and Premier Health Insurance won their matches at the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026. Piwak beat AlSale Services 1-0, Old Mutual defeated Ghana Publishing Company Limited 1-0, Fair Wages and Salaries Commission won 2-0 against La Community Bank, and Premier Health Insurance prevailed 3-2 against Valex Lease Equipment Limited after a penalty shootout.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium features corporate teams competing in football, table tennis, chess, scrabble, draughts, ludo and swimming, with a football final scheduled for the afternoon.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
SIC beat Heritage Christian University 3–2 on penalties in a closely contested match, while NPA defeated Minerals Commission 2–0 with a clean sheet in the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
At the JoySports Invitational 2026, The Luckiest are performing JAMA alongside football matches, creating atmosphere through drumming, chanting and movement to add a Ghanaian cultural element to the tournament.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Corporate professionals are competing at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium in the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026, featuring sporting activities, wellness and corporate networking. Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture John Dumelo has promised an unusual reward package for tournament winners.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Latex Foam defeated Tropo Farms 1-0, Narh Bita beat The Luckiest 1-0, and Adansi Travels defeated Chosen Hospital 2-1 in matches at the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 brought together corporate executives, employees and companies for a day of sporting and recreational competition at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on August 29, featuring football, swimming, table tennis, chess, and various other activities alongside a CEO penalty shootout.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Benjamin Cyriaano, CEO of Ayuda App, won the men's competition at the JoySports CEO penalty shootout by converting three of five attempts among 30 participating CEOs. Vida Adotey Akweley, representing Ayuda App, won the women's contest with a perfect three-from-three record.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Luckiest claimed first and second place in swimming at the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026, with McDan Group taking third and The Chosen Hospital & Fertility Centre fourth. The tournament featured 34 participating companies competing across sporting events.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's tourism industry is expanding as a major pathway for youth employment and entrepreneurship, with direct employment in the sector reaching approximately 204,591 jobs in 2023, and total employment including indirect roles estimated at approximately 429,641 jobs in 2023. The Ghana Tourism Authority and Ghana Tourism Federation are launching training programmes to develop professional standards and create sustainable career opportunities for young people in tourism.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A Joy Online columnist argues that low domestic tourism — Ghana records 1.79 million domestic tourists annually despite a population of over 34 million — contributes to cultural erosion, as Ghanaians prioritize foreign destinations over exploring their own heritage and strengthening connections to home.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Tourism Authority has extended the deadline for December in GH 2026 event proposals to Monday, 7th September 2026, giving organisers, promoters, and experience creators additional time to submit concepts for the festive season calendar, which runs from 1st December 2026 to 3rd January 2027.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The West African Health Organisation has launched projects to establish Health Service User Support Centres in Benin, The Gambia and Togo, providing patients with structured places to report healthcare problems, seek guidance and support. The centres will also facilitate dialogue and mediation, using patient feedback to identify recurring issues and improve healthcare quality and safety.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
King Haakon VIII paid tribute to his late father, Harald V, in his first televised speech to the nation, saying "Thank you for being such a good dad" and stressing national unity and values. Harald, 89, died Friday after a 35-year reign and treatment for a rare blood condition; Haakon, 53, said "Now it is my turn" and pledged to be "present and attentive" as the new monarch.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Trump announced the US has reached an agreement with Venezuela to control more than 65 billion barrels of its proven oil reserves, which Trump said would more than double American oil reserves and lower gas prices. Secretary of State Rubio said the deal would bring nearly $100 billion in private investment to Venezuela and support thousands of jobs.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A Russian drone strike hit a weapons depot near residential areas on the outskirts of Kyiv, killing at least 37 people and injuring 42 others, with nearly 400 evacuated. The blast damaged about 130 homes and nearby buildings including a care home, prompting President Zelensky to order an investigation into the depot's location near civilians.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Guinea-Bissau is serving as the pilot country for a new ECOWAS regional community health policy. The West African Health Organisation (WAHO) began high-level talks with the country's authorities on 18 August to build support for implementation across ECOWAS member states.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A former apartment manager in San Diego recounts how she met Omar al-Bayoumi, a Saudi resident, in 1999, who later introduced her to two men who would hijack American Airlines flight 77 and crash it into the Pentagon on 9/11. Al-Bayoumi is now at the centre of a $1 trillion lawsuit brought against Saudi Arabia by families of victims and survivors.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Two men smashed a display case at Vienna's Museum of Applied Arts and stole a platinum and diamond necklace worth more than $4m that was designed for the former Egyptian royal family. An international manhunt is under way for the suspects, who fled towards Vienna Stadtpark after the heist.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ambassador to Egypt has called for deeper bilateral cooperation in healthcare, proposing areas including medical diagnostics, professional training, research, pharmaceutical development, hospital management, health technology and digital transformation.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has arrived in Luanda, Angola, for the 21st Extraordinary Session of the African Union Assembly, focused on strengthening conflict prevention and resolution mechanisms across the continent. The summit, led by Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, aims to assess existing peace and security frameworks and agree on measures to improve coordination and implementation of African peace and security structures amid ongoing regional conflicts.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
During the Accra floods, some brands continued promotional messaging amid grief and emergency appeals, creating a disconnect between engagement and empathy. According to the article, brands should communicate with purpose during national crises, with empathy as a discipline that goes beyond expressing sympathy after tragedy.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Gideon Boako disputes criticism of Dr. Bawumia's statement about an IMF-imposed $80 million monthly cap on FX intervention, arguing the previous government adhered to the agreed cap that scaled down to $60 million as part of IMF program conditions to rebuild reserves.
29 August 2026 · The Chronicle →