A traveler's account of a disruptive six-and-a-half-hour overnight flight from Kotoka International Airport in Accra to Amsterdam, where a fellow passenger's loud snoring turned the journey into an ordeal and prompted reflection on declining courtesy in air travel.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has been featured on "Call Me," a song by Mavo on Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho's album Camisa 10. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Gyakie's international career and is expected to expand her global reach.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Global Media Alliance has partnered with the University of Media, Arts and Communication's Public Relations Department to host the World PR Day Festival 2026, featuring a dialogue event on July 16 and a PR Arts Exhibition exploring traditional African communication systems and practices.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang officially launched the Revised Ghana National Cultural Policy at the National Theatre in Accra on June 9, describing it as a blueprint to harness Ghana's cultural heritage to drive economic growth and strengthen the creative economy. The updated framework seeks to leverage both tangible and intangible cultural heritage for national development, reflects contemporary realities including digital creative industries, and aims to preserve Ghana's traditions while empowering youth participation in the cultural sector.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Four senior high schools—Holy Child, St. Louis, Gomoa Senior High Technical, and Assin Manso—will debate on youth empowerment and influencer culture in Ghana at the National Girls Speech and Debate Championship semi-finals on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the University of Ghana's Akuafo Hall.
9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghanaian casting director Mawuko Kuadzi won the first-ever Best Casting Director award at the 15th Ghana Movie Awards for his work on The Fisherman. The newly introduced category mirrors a similar addition by the Academy Awards and recognizes the critical role of casting directors in the creative economy.
9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghanaians in Germany will host the maiden Afro Park Party in Bremen on August 8, featuring performances from K.K. Fosu, Dr. Cryme, Flowking Stone, Ras Kuuku, Kwame Obaadie, and Patapaa. The family-friendly event, organised by Akwaaba Entertainment Group Bremen, aims to celebrate Ghanaian music, culture, and community spirit among the diaspora and other African communities in Europe.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale claims he earns up to $1 million per show in Ghana and receives the same calibre of respect there as global superstars Jay-Z and Beyoncé receive in the US, citing his submissiveness to authorities and industry stakeholders as the reason he does not pursue international markets like other African artists.
9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Faith Maria Porter achieved first runner-up at the Miss Grand International All Stars competition, scoring 9.74 in the Bare Face Challenge, topping swimsuit rankings, and recording the highest judges' scores in both Top 5 and Top 3 interview rounds. Pageantry experts noted her strong performance but attributed modern pageantry outcomes increasingly to public voting and digital engagement rather than stage performance alone.
9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II unveiled the Sacred Crown Awards on Saturday, aimed at recognising individuals, institutions and communities that are preserving and promoting African heritage. The awards will be held in October 2026 and will present 66 awards across categories including African textile, heritage, spirituality, wellness, and special honours.
9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Journalists Association has expressed appreciation to stakeholders who contributed to its 2026 World Press Freedom Day Honours Night held in Accra on June 6, during which journalists and development partners gathered to celebrate press freedom and honour individuals who have contributed to journalism and national development.
9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Reggae and dancehall artiste Samini has cautioned followers about the dangers of defamation, warning that unchallenged false claims about individuals can damage reputations and become accepted as fact. He encouraged victims of character assassination to seek legal protection rather than remain silent.
9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Kanya King, founder of the MOBO Awards, has died at age 57 following a battle with colon cancer. The awards, launched in 1996, celebrated Black music and artists globally and helped several Ghanaian musicians gain international recognition.
9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
The chairman of the 2026 Breman Odwira Festival Planning Committee says this year's celebration will differ from previous editions, with a focus on youth empowerment, heritage preservation and development under the theme "Building a Legacy Through Youth and Heritage."
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Breman Traditional Council and Afahye Planning Committee officially launched the 2026 Breman Odwira Festival on June 7 in Breman Asikuma, themed "Building a Legacy Through Youth and Heritage," with calls for youth and residents to unite and contribute to area development. The Omanhene emphasized the importance of unity, cultural preservation, and youth empowerment, urging both local and overseas natives to support development initiatives.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Journalists Association recognised Ken Ansah, Chief Operating Officer of Multimedia Group Limited, and broadcaster Sampson Lardi Ayenini for their contributions to press freedom in Ghana at an awards ceremony marking International Press Freedom Day.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang officially launched the Revised Ghana National Cultural Policy on June 9 at the National Theatre in Accra. The policy provides a strategic framework for preserving and promoting Ghana's cultural heritage while positioning culture as a driver of national development, economic growth, and creative innovation.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ace producer Don Jazzy revealed he was rejected by girls in secondary school, which affected his self-esteem into adulthood. After becoming successful, he went back to look for the girls who had rejected him to overcome the psychological trauma, though he found most were already married.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
American singer Lizzo has attributed her dwindling fanbase over the past two years to the industry shift from radio to streaming, saying most fans discovered her music through radio. She also claimed her career is under attack from saboteurs and that the industry has changed significantly over the last three years.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigerian singer Peter Okoye has reacted after a fan suggested he retire from music, citing his age as a reason. Okoye claims his critics are hypocritical, as they celebrate older international artists like Usher and Beyoncé who do the same thing.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Nigerian educational cooking television show "Cooking with GameChangers" has premiered in Ghana, airing on TV3, Onua TV, DSTV Africa Magic Family, and B2G Network on YouTube for 18 weeks. The show combines cooking competitions with personal storytelling about accomplished achievers and their success.
9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →