Also known as: Brussels
European Union — political and economic bloc that sets import regulations, funds media programs, and election-observes in African and global contexts.
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The Ghanaian Times
… He noted that the AU, like the European Union, was established to promote unity, trade, integration and solidarity among African countries, but said the conduct of some South Africans undermined those ideals. …
Sanction South Africa over Xenophobia — AU urgedJoy Online
… When phasing out its supply management system, Australia used a temporary milk levy on consumers to fund the transition, while the European Union gradually increased their quotas by 1% annually before formally abolishing them in 2015. …
Canada’s ‘powerful’ dairy sector is in Trump’s trade crosshairsJoy Online
… With new international regulations reshaping cocoa supply chains, including the evolving European Union due diligence requirements and forced labour regulation, ICI collaborated with partners to develop practical recommendations for addressing forced labour risks in the cocoa sec …
ICI child protection efforts expand across West Africa’s cocoa communitiesJoy Online
French lawmakers voted Tuesday to ban social media use for children under the age of 15, making it the first country in the European Union to introduce such an age limit. …
France becomes the first EU country to ban social media for childrenJoy Online
… at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Accra, marks a major milestone in strengthening economic cooperation in quality export trade facilitation and direct market access for Ghanaian exporters into the Netherlands and the wider regional markets of the European Union …
GEPA, Netherlands CBI sign MoU to formalise trade partnershipJoy Online
… at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Accra, marks a major milestone in strengthening economic cooperation in quality export trade facilitation and direct market access for Ghanaian exporters into the Netherlands and the wider regional markets of the European Union …
GEPA, Netherlands CBI sign MoU to formalise trade partnershipJoy Online
… Macron has drummed up support for the ban in the European Union and elsewhere. …
French Parliament’s committee approves social media ban for under-15sJoy Online
… He pointed to measures introduced in the European Union, the United Kingdom and Germany, where technology companies are legally required to remove harmful content within strict timelines or face substantial financial penalties. …
Ghana must act on misinformation crisis before it worsens – Sulemana BraimahThe Ghanaian Times
The European Union (EU) has announced plans to scale up support for Ghana’s defence and security sector as part of efforts to address growing threats in the sub-region. …
EU to boost Ghana’s defence with new supportJoy Online
… A Senior Research Officer of the Centre for Local Governance Advocacy (CLGA), Isaac Owusu, made the call at a town hall meeting in Tamale organised by the CLGA with funding support from the European Union to disseminate findings of the Public Financial Management Compliance Leagu …
MMDAs urged to strengthen financial disciplineA development expert presents "Job Creation Through Policy: A Blueprint for Ghana's Entrepreneurial Development & Industrial Transformation," citing Ghana Statistical Service data showing national unemployment at 13.0% in 2023 and youth joblessness at 21.9%, while highlighting underemployment and low-wage work as critical issues.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
A development expert presents "Job Creation Through Policy: A Blueprint for Ghana's Entrepreneurial Development & Industrial Transformation," citing Ghana Statistical Service data showing national unemployment at 13.0% in 2023 and youth joblessness at 21.9%, while highlighting underemployment and low-wage work as critical issues.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Morocco's Foreign Ministry rejected what it described as renewed accusations from Spanish political and media circles, stating that relations with Madrid should be based on mutual respect, dialogue and cooperation. The Ministry highlighted the 2022 Joint Declaration with Spain and cited tangible results in trade, security cooperation and migration efforts.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ivorian cocoa traders, cooperatives and buying agents are struggling to use a new national traceability system introduced ahead of January 2027 EU rules banning imports of commodities grown on recently deforested land. The system requires all cocoa purchases from September 1, 2026 to use an electronic producer card, and problems with implementation could slow purchases and deliveries at the start of the 2026/27 season.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A 78-year-old retired British nurse who moved to Sweden 22 years ago faces deportation after failing to submit a formal residence application following Brexit. She and her husband were unaware of the requirement until 2023, and her multiple appeals have been rejected.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Media Foundation for West Africa has established a Legal Support Fund worth approximately GHS 544,000 to provide legal assistance to journalists and media organisations facing Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) and other legal threats arising from their professional work in Ghana. The fund is part of the African Media Integrity and Resilience Programme funded by the European Union.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt Jnr has urged African youth to reject externally driven political narratives and unite to challenge exploitation, neocolonialism, and extraction of the continent's natural resources. He criticized African governments for entering defence and intelligence cooperation agreements with Western powers and external actors, arguing that African countries should prioritise their own sovereignty and interests.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt Jnr has called for reparations that go beyond financial compensation to include equal rights, control over Africa's resources, and greater collective self-reliance. Speaking at the Youth Forum on Debt and Reparations at the University of Ghana, Pratt emphasized that the struggle for reparative justice is winnable and cited the UN General Assembly resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade, colonialism, and neocolonialism as crimes against humanity as evidence of progress through African unity.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Volkswagen's board has approved a plan to cut 50,000 more jobs, bringing total planned job losses to 100,000 by 2030. The German carmaker is also considering the future of four German plants and will reduce its model range by 50% by 2035 to address falling sales and competition.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Development Bank Ghana has disbursed more than GH¢2.5 billion since inception, with nearly half going to businesses outside Greater Accra and over 60% to women-led and women-owned enterprises. The bank has reached almost 1,000 businesses and prioritizes agriculture, manufacturing, ICT, and high-value services to drive economic transformation.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The European Union Film Festival (EUFF) Ghana 2026 has been launched in Accra, with the third edition scheduled for October 5–11, 2026, themed on peace, tolerance, and inclusion. The festival seeks to bring Ghanaian and European filmmakers and audiences together through film screenings, filmmaker engagements, and industry activities across venues including the Goethe-Institut Ghana, British Council, and Alliance Française.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy EU Ambassador to Ghana says the media and National Commission for Civic Education must play critical roles in educating citizens about a forthcoming constitutional review covering decentralisation, accountability, and human rights, including a proposed death penalty abolition. The EU pledged continued support for Ghana's civic education efforts and praised Ghana's press freedom ranking of 39th globally.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
EU Commission President von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Rutte said the alliance will respond faster and better to what von der Leyen called a "new escalation on European Union soil directly attributed to Russia," after Germany blamed Russia for a failed drone attack on Leipzig airport in August. Russia has rejected the accusations.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second five-year term following a disputed August election in which he won 60% of the vote, while his main opponent Brian Mundubile (38%) has been detained on treason charges after alleging vote tampering. EU election observers raised concerns about vote tallying procedures, and security forces killed a former cabinet minister during a raid on a property linked to Mundubile the day after the poll.
2 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
A commentary examines waste trafficking in Ghana as a climate and health hazard, noting that while human activities contribute most post-industrial greenhouse gas emissions, Ghana and other African nations contribute less than 5% of global emissions.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A report unveiled at the University of Lagos argues that the ecological harm caused by British colonial rule on African colonies constitutes a separate category of damage distinct from historical harms, with a potential valuation exceeding hundreds of trillions of dollars. The report's lead author argues that systematic resource appropriation under colonialism has created a devastating ecological debt capable of rigorous monetary valuation.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is engaging multiple foreign powers—Russia, the US, China, the EU, and the UK—in negotiations over trade, investment, energy, defence, and mineral exploration, reflecting a strategy of diplomatic diversification rather than alignment with a single partner. The article examines how Ghana uses its resources and strategic position to bargain with competing powers while managing the risk of shifting dependence rather than achieving genuine autonomy.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Commission for Civic Education has warned that misinformation, disinformation, hate speech and deepfakes pose a serious threat to Ghana's democratic stability and social cohesion. The NCCE Chairperson said the rapid evolution of digital communication has made it increasingly difficult for citizens to distinguish facts from falsehoods, and that convincing fabricated images, videos and audio recordings mean citizens can no longer rely solely on what they see or hear as evidence.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A UN committee on racial discrimination says countries are legally obliged under a 1965 convention to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and address the enduring legacy of racial discrimination. The guidance marks a "paradigm shift" from debates over historical responsibility, applying current legal standards rather than those that existed during the slave trade.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Fast-fashion retailer Shein made its stock market debut in Hong Kong on Tuesday, raising $1.7bn at a valuation of $26.3bn—a quarter of its previous near-$100bn estimate. The listing follows failed attempts to go public in the US and UK, amid concerns about labour practices, environmental impact, and increased competition.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Icelandic voters rejected the government's proposal to restart EU membership negotiations in a referendum, with 52.8% voting no against 47.2% voting yes. Fishing industry concerns dominated debate despite international tensions cited as the reason for bringing forward the vote.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is pressing G20 finance leaders to shrink global trade imbalances, boost growth, and sever business ties to Iran while managing concerns about U.S. debt and bond yields. The meeting in Asheville, North Carolina comes amid uncertainty over Trump tariffs, trade tensions with Canada, and the Iran war's impact on global growth.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Iceland has voted against resuming membership talks with the European Union, with 52.5% rejecting the government's proposal and 47.5% supporting it as counting nears completion. The debate centred largely on fishing industry concerns, as Iceland's fish and marine industries account for almost 40% of exports and No voters feared ceding control of fishing grounds under the EU's common fisheries policy.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
With one constituency's votes still to count, Iceland has voted against resuming membership talks with the EU, with 52.5% voting no against the government's proposal. The referendum was driven partly by international tensions and US President Donald Trump's threats against Greenland, though debate focused mainly on Iceland's fishing industry and concerns over ceding control of lucrative fishing grounds under the EU's common fisheries policy.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Malta, which established formal diplomatic relations in 1974 after both experienced post-colonial struggles against British rule, served together as elected members of the United Nations Security Council in 2023 and are now exploring ways to deepen political, economic, and people-to-people ties.
28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana and Malta established formal diplomatic relations on 27 February 1974, building on historical connections between anti-colonial leaders Kwame Nkrumah and Dom Mintoff. The two countries served together as elected members of the United Nations Security Council in 2023 and are now seeking to deepen political, economic, and people-to-people cooperation.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Retired Colonel Festus Aboagye has said Africa is being short-changed because African governments fail to negotiate well with foreign partners, and that having abundant resources does not automatically give countries influence. He argued that Africa exports raw materials while capturing only a fraction of the value from finished products, citing gold, oil and cocoa as examples, and warned that the continent's large youth population is not automatically an economic dividend.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ivory Coast's Coffee and Cocoa Council and exporters say a delayed 2026/27 main cocoa crop could cause congestion at Abidjan and San Pedro ports in November and December as shippers rush ahead of stricter European Union deforestation rules taking effect year-end. The delay is attributed to difficult weather, insufficient farm maintenance, and the strength of the mid-crop.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Eight Ghanaian research institutions and pharmaceutical companies have been awarded €2 million in grants under the PharmaVax Ghana programme to develop vaccines, medicines, and health products. The projects, jointly funded by Germany and the EU and implemented by GIZ, cover innovations in malaria treatment, monoclonal antibodies, diagnostics, and herbal remedies for various conditions.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Tunisia's coastguard recovered eleven bodies after a boat carrying Tunisian migrants sank en route to Italy over the weekend, with three people still missing and one survivor. The boat departed Thursday with 15 people on board, including seven family members and a pregnant woman, and rescue efforts continued with military and civil protection teams backed by helicopters.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed disappointment with the United States voting against a UN resolution recognising the transatlantic trafficking of enslaved Africans and racialised chattel enslavement as the gravest crime against humanity. Speaking to TRT World, Mahama said he did not hold the US principally accountable for slavery, noting that most enslaved Africans taken to the United States were transported there by European powers when the US was still a colony, though he acknowledged slavery continued in the US after independence until the Civil War.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →