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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Jason Arday has cancelled an appearance in London next month, following his resignation as a Cambridge professor in the wake of allegations of plagiarism and questions about some of his achievements.

    Ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday cancels live event after plagiarism row
  3. Joy Online

    The Kenyan capital faces competition from London, ⁠Rome and Munich for hosting rights.Kenya’s government has committed full backing for the bid, including the infrastructure, security and organisational support required to stage the championships.

    Nairobi submits bid to host 2029 World Championships
  4. Joy Online

    A health and safety professional Edward Debrah, has warned that health and safety must be placed at the centre of event planning and delivery, following recent events surrounding the Shattafest concert in London.

    Health and safety must take centre stage at events -safety professional warns
  5. Joy Online

    A serial sex offender who was being monitored by the Metropolitan Police has been found guilty of murdering two women and raping a third in London.

    Serial sex offender guilty of double murder and rape
  6. Joy Online

    As part of the rollout for ‘WDWGFH’, the music icon is expected to embark on a number of promotional activities, including a listening session in London and Accra as well as an album release party.

    KiDi sets August 27 for release of third album ‘Where Do We Go From Here’
  7. Daily Guide

    Dignitaries at the EMY Africa event EMY AFRICA, the pan-African platform celebrating leadership, achievement, and cultural impact, has staged two landmark events in London, reaffirming the city’s growing status as a global gateway connecting Africa with international investment,

    EMY Africa Holds Two Events In London
  8. Joy Online

    He was remanded in custody and told to appear on 2 September at the Old Bailey in London, either by video link or in person.

    Gary Glitter appears in court over historical sex offence charges
  9. Daily Guide

    It said the Notting Hill Carnival is scheduled for August 28 to 31, 2026, in West London, while the Boston Caribbean Carnival will run from August 23 to 29, 2026, with the grand parade and concert forming part of a week-long series of activities.

    Ghana Police Band To Perform At Notting Hill, Boston Carnivals
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has opened a Ghana Trade House in London to provide Ghanaian exporters with a permanent marketplace in the United Kingdom and create new opportunities for trade and investment.

    Ghana strengthens UK trade ties …As GEPA opens Trade House in London to boost exports
  11. Joy Online

    Speaking at the official opening of the Ghana Trade House in London, Mr Madjie said the transition from the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) to GIPA, following the passage of the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Act, marked a significant milestone in the country’s inv

    New legal framework to enhance more efficient, investor-friendly services in Ghana – GIPA CEO
Culture

Princess Diana's famous black dress heads to auction in December

The News

Princess Diana's iconic black silk evening dress, worn to a 1994 Vanity Fair party hours after Prince Charles admitted to an affair, is being auctioned by Sotheby's on 9 December with an expected price of up to $300,000. The dress, designed by Christina Stambolian, was previously sold in 1997 along with 79 others to raise money for charities.

11 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 11 September

  1. Princess Diana's famous black dress heads to auction in December

    Princess Diana's iconic black silk evening dress, worn to a 1994 Vanity Fair party hours after Prince Charles admitted to an affair, is being auctioned by Sotheby's on 9 December with an expected price of up to $300,000. The dress, designed by Christina Stambolian, was previously sold in 1997 along with 79 others to raise money for charities.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 10 September

  1. Usyk's team rejects being Tyson Fury's back-up fighter

    Tyson Fury has publicly proposed a trilogy with Oleksandr Usyk via social media, but Usyk's manager Sergey Lapin dismissed the proposal, saying Usyk is not a back-up plan and that serious intentions require concrete offers, not press statements. Fury's negotiations for a heavyweight clash with Anthony Joshua in November remain stalled over the venue.

    10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Government to revive Aayalolo bus system to reduce congestion

    The government is taking steps to revive and restructure the Aayalolo rapid bus transport system to address traffic congestion in major cities including Greater Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, and Tamale. The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs said the government would engage relevant transport and traffic authorities to develop a framework to make the bus service more rapid and attractive to commuters.

    9 September 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Clinic says Nigerian influencer rejected split-session penis enlargement advice

    A Bangkok cosmetic clinic told investigators that Nigerian influencer Igho "Tiny" Ubiribo requested a penis enlargement procedure in a single session despite doctor advice to split it into two sessions. Ubiribo died on March 6, less than a day after receiving hyaluronic acid filler injections; a post-mortem examination and toxicology investigation linked his death to the injection and a pulmonary embolism.

    9 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 7 September

  1. Jerry Aye: The life and times of Robert Mugabe

    An analysis of Robert Mugabe's life from his birth in 1924 through his death in 2019, tracing his transformation from schoolteacher to revolutionary who led Zimbabwe's independence from Rhodesian rule in 1980 and his subsequent nearly four decades in power before his removal by the military in 2017.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 6 September

  1. Dutch central bank relocates 86 tonnes of gold from North America

    The Netherlands relocated 86 tonnes of its gold from the US and Canada to London, citing preparation for severe crises amid increasing geopolitical unrest. France and Germany have similarly moved gold reserves back to Europe in response to global instability and trade tensions.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Nigerian-British businessman dies from Thailand cosmetic procedure

    A 43-year-old Nigerian-British businessman, Igho Ubiribo, died after undergoing a penis enlargement procedure at a clinic in Bangkok, Thailand in March. A UK coroner ruled that the cosmetic procedure caused a fatal pulmonary embolism, with chest pain and loss of consciousness occurring shortly after the injection of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 4 September

  1. Nigerian artiste Davido threatens to quit music industry

    Afrobeats star Davido has threatened to leave music following persistent attacks from individuals globally, posting on X that he would "soon leave their music" to pursue other ventures, though fans and industry players have urged him not to bow to pressure.

    4 September 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Ghana to attend funeral of late Prof Jason Arday

    Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced that Ghana will be represented at the funeral of Professor Jason Atta Kwei Arday, the University of Cambridge's youngest Black professor who was born in Britain to Ghanaian parents. President John Mahama has sent a letter of condolence, and the minister said the government stands with the Arday family during mourning.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 3 September

  1. Uber launches robotaxis in London using Wayve AI technology

    Uber has begun autonomous rides in London using AI developed by Britain's Wayve, making London the second European city after Zagreb to offer robotaxis. Fewer than 20 Wayve-powered Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles are available at launch, with a licensed operator on board during initial operations before fully driverless services begin.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Dutch central bank moves billions in gold to London

    The Dutch central bank has relocated 86 tonnes of gold from the US and Canada to London, held by the Bank of England, citing "increasing geopolitical unrest" and the need to strengthen resilience and preparedness in a crisis situation. The transfer took place between March and August through a combination of physical transport and buying and selling operations.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana's creative stars shine globally, but industry lacks depth

    While Ghanaian musicians like Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale achieve international success, the country risks producing celebrities rather than building a sustainable entertainment industry that supports producers, managers, engineers, and other supporting roles. Government has pledged GH¢20 million each for film and the wider creative arts sector.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ariana Grande completes Eternal Sunshine tour, steps back from public life

    Ariana Grande wrapped up her Eternal Sunshine tour in London on Tuesday and announced she is stepping back from public-facing appearances, including withdrawing from a planned production of Stephen Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George at London's Barbican.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Ghanaian-Dutch musician Fadu to attend World Youth Festival

    Musician Fadu will join 10,000 young leaders from 191 countries at the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Yekaterinburg, Russia, from 11 to 17 September 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Keir Starmer steps down as UK MP to pursue international affairs

    Former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced he will leave the House of Commons as Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras to focus on global issues including defence, security, trade and technology.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ga Mantse to attend Homowo festival in London, October 2026

    The Ga Mantse will attend the Grand Homowo UK Festival in London on October 3, 2026, organised by Ga Dangme UK & Ireland at Wandsworth Civic Centre. The festival will celebrate Ga heritage and traditions, marking the second time the Ga Mantse attends the UK event, with a theme commemorating 200 years since the Battle of Katamanso.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 31 August

  1. Sammyflex TV to cover 2026 Ghana Music Awards UK

    Sammyflex TV Production Manager Roland Amartey will lead the station's coverage of the 10th Anniversary Ghana Music Awards UK on 31 October 2026 at the Royal Regency in London, delivering red-carpet interviews, performances, and behind-the-scenes content.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. BSIFF 2026 explores local language cinema to build African audiences

    The Black Star International Film Festival is making local language cinema central to its 2026 conversation on strengthening African viewership of African films. The festival questions whether telling stories in languages African audiences actually speak could bring cinema closer to them and help build deliberate, sustained engagement with African films.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. AfCFTA risks failure without member commitment, Sam Jonah warns

    Mining magnate Sam Jonah warned at the Global Business Forum in Accra that the African Continental Free Trade Area risks becoming another failed African initiative if member states do not honour commitments and make economies competitive. He cited intra-African trade at 15–16 percent of total trade as unacceptably low compared to 50 percent in Asia and over 60 percent in Europe.

    31 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  4. Davido claims he knew Maleek Berry before Wizkid

    Afrobeats singer Davido has claimed in a podcast interview that he was the first to know British-Nigerian record producer Maleek Berry, stating he met him in London when he first left home. Maleek is a close associate of Wizkid, and the claim reignites a decade-long rivalry between the two singers.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  5. WhatsApp group used to launder hundreds of millions in euros

    A European Broadcasting Union investigation found that a 532-member WhatsApp group called "Traders of Greater Europe" was used to launder hundreds of millions of euros in cash for organized crime and extremism, including funding to Islamic State militants in Syria. The chat, which contained over 82,000 messages between February and December 2022, used the hawala transfer system to arrange cross-border cash transfers with no paper trail.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 30 August

  1. Early release prisoners reoffending rapidly, UK governors report

    Prison governors have told the BBC that inmates freed under the government's 2024 early release scheme are returning to jail at a rapid rate after reoffending, with some breaching their release conditions. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced changes to the next early release scheme starting in October, excluding anyone convicted of unlawful killing, though this will keep hundreds more in prison as English and Welsh jails operate at over 97% capacity.

    30 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 28 August

  1. AfCFTA in grave danger from protectionism and xenophobia, Sir Sam Jonah warns

    Sir Sam Jonah has warned that the African Continental Free Trade Area faces "grave danger" of failure if African countries do not demonstrate stronger commitment to its implementation, saying the project is threatened by protectionist policies, xenophobia, and the treatment of African investors and workers across the continent rather than lack of vision.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Oboy Siki supports McBrown only through Dr Likee relationship

    Veteran actor Oboy Siki says he supports actress Nana Ama McBrown only because of his close relationship with comedian Dr Likee, and he does not like what McBrown does, though he clarifies this does not mean he has a personal problem with her.

    28 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Agricwealth Ghana CEO invited as speaker at Ohio Growth Conclave

    Evans Kyere-Mensah, Chief Executive Director of Agricwealth Ghana, has been invited as a distinguished speaker at the Ohio Growth Conclave 2026 in Columbus, Ohio, scheduled for October 29–30, 2026. The two-day event will bring together about 200 participants to explore investment and collaboration opportunities between Africa and Columbus, with discussions focusing on agribusiness, technology, trade, and sustainability.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 27 August

  1. Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97

    Yayoi Kusama, the renowned Japanese artist known for her colorful polka dot sculptures and installations, died on 14 August at a hospital in Tokyo. The avant-garde pioneer became a global cultural icon in her 80s and 90s after decades of relative obscurity, with her work commanding some of the highest prices ever paid for a female artist.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 26 August

  1. English actor Tim Curry dies at age eighty

    Tim Curry, best known for his role as Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 film The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at 80. The English actor also appeared in films including Annie, The Hunt for Red October, Home Alone 2, and the 1990 TV version of It, and was nominated for three Tony Awards on Broadway.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Four arrested in South African boxing champion Tete murder

    Four people have been arrested in South Africa in connection with the murder of boxing champion Zolani Tete, 38, who was shot dead outside his home in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape on Friday in what officials described as an ambush. A young woman with him was also shot and hospitalized; one 22-year-old suspect appeared in court facing murder and attempted murder charges, while three others arrested on Sunday face firearm possession charges and are due in court.

    25 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 24 August

  1. Thousands worship at MOGmusic's Back to Basics event in London

    Thousands of worshippers gathered at OVO Arena Wembley on 22nd August for MOGmusic's Back to Basics Worship Experience, featuring worship leaders including Emmanuel Smith, Warehouse Worship, Israel Houghton, Ntokozo Mbambo and Joe Mettle, with a focus on prayer, spiritual revival and support for Compassion charity.

    24 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 23 August

  1. Ethiopian runner Kejelcha breaks men's half marathon world record

    Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha won a World Athletics road race in Buenos Aires on Sunday, running 56 minutes 51 seconds to break the men's half marathon world record by 29 seconds, pending official ratification. The 29-year-old regains the record after Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo held it with a time of 57:20.

    23 August 2026 · Joy Online

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