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MyJoyOnline

Ghanaian news organization publishing coverage of current events, politics, business, sports, and social issues across Joy Online, Joy FM, and JoySports platforms.

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  1. June 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The MyJoyOnline diaspora investor checklist cites the underlying statistic: land litigation accounts for roughly 80 percent of all cases in Ghana’s high courts.

    Beyond the Return: How the diaspora homecoming movement is reshaping who owns Accra’s prime real estate
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    The Bank of Ghana has dismissed claims that it is considering selling its new headquarters, describing a MyJoyOnline publication dated 1 June 2026 as “false and misleading”.

    Bank of Ghana denies plans to sell Headquarters, calls report “False and Misleading”
  4. Joy Online

    The Bank of Ghana has strongly denied reports that it is considering the sale of its newly commissioned headquarters, describing the claims as “false and misleading.” In a statement issued on June 2, 2026, the central bank rejected a MyJoyOnline publication which cited unnamed so

    Bank of Ghana denies reports it is considering sale of new US$260 million headquarters
  5. May 2026
  6. Joy Online

    Join Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panel this Saturday at 8 a.m. on JoyNews and MyJoyOnline for the analysis, hard questions, and fearless national conversation.

    Newsfile to discuss NITA Bill, xenophobia concerns and 2023 African Games
  7. Joy Online

    Join Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panel this Saturday at 8 a.m. on JoyNews and MyJoyOnline for the analysis, hard questions, and fearless national conversation.

    Livestream: Newsfile discusses NITA Bill, xenophobia concerns and 2023 African Games
  8. The Chronicle

    According to a story published by Myjoyonline, President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana’s double-track system in Senior High Schools will be completely phased out by 2027, through a major educational infrastructure expansion programme under the STARR-J initiative.

    Editorial: Eliminating Double Track Systems In Senior High Schools Is The Way To Go
  9. Joy Online

    Join Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panel this Saturday at 8 a.m. on JoyNews and MyJoyOnline for the analysis, hard questions, and fearless national conversation.

    Newsfile to discuss Ghana’s IMF exit, ECG privatisation, attack on free speech, and repatriation of citizens from SA
  10. Joy Online

    Join Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panel this Saturday at 8 a.m. on JoyNews and MyJoyOnline for the analysis, hard questions, and fearless national conversation.

    Livestream: Newsfile discusses Ghana’s IMF exit, ECG privatisation, attack on free speech, and repatriation of citizens from SA
  11. Joy Online

    Join host Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panellists this Saturday, May 8, at 9 a.m. on JoyNews and MyJoyOnline as Newsfile delves deep into these issues.

    Livestream: Newsfile discusses Charles Amissah’s death, PDS, NAFCO arrests, and press freedom under Mahama
  12. Joy Online

    Diaspora Capital Is Already Moving MyJoyOnline reported in April 2026 that diaspora capital is flowing into Ghana as a calculated hedge against global uncertainty.

    Is it better to buy now or wait? What the 2026 Accra Property Market data says for diaspora investors
Society

Fifty-five thousand children fail BECE mathematics or English

The News

About 55,000 children failed to enter Senior House after failing Mathematics or English in the BECE (Basic Education Certificate Examination). The Chronicle's reflective piece questions not just the children's performance but the responsibility of the education system, teachers, and policymakers in identifying and addressing when students first began falling behind.

11 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 11 September

  1. Fifty-five thousand children fail BECE mathematics or English

    About 55,000 children failed to enter Senior House after failing Mathematics or English in the BECE (Basic Education Certificate Examination). The Chronicle's reflective piece questions not just the children's performance but the responsibility of the education system, teachers, and policymakers in identifying and addressing when students first began falling behind.

    11 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 5 September

  1. Joy FM Back-to-School Discount Fair concludes final day in Accra

    The Joy FM Back-to-School Discount Fair at the Joy FM Car Park in Kokomlemle, Accra, is on its final day, with shoppers continuing to purchase discounted school essentials including books, stationery, bags, shoes, clothing, electronics, and household items ahead of schools' reopening.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 4 September

  1. Joy FM Back-to-School Fair opens with strong vendor, parent turnout

    Joy FM's two-day Back-to-School Discount Fair opened at the Joy FM Car Park in Kokomlemle, Accra, drawing parents, guardians and students to purchase school essentials and household items from multiple vendors at competitive prices. The fair features books, stationery, school bags, shoes, clothing, electronics and sanitary products, with Compu Ghana as main sponsor.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Ghana's media must investigate GoldBod claims, not just relay them

    An opinion piece argues that Ghanaian media coverage of allegations and counter-allegations between Parliament's Minority Leader and the Ghana Gold Board CEO has failed to independently verify claims or educate the public, instead simply giving both sides equal airtime.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. NPA wins table tennis at JoySports Invitational 2026

    At the 2026 JoySports Invitational Tournament at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, the National Petroleum Authority won the table tennis event, which featured 22 teams, with Sapholda Ventures second and Alsale Services third.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 1 September

  1. JoySports Invitational Tournament brings corporate teams to compete

    The 2026 JoySports Invitational Tournament gathered corporate teams at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on Saturday, August 29, for a day of fitness activities, health walks, aerobics, and competitions including football, table tennis, chess, scrabble, draughts, ludo, swimming, and CEO and Ladies penalty shootouts.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 28 August

  1. Newsfile to examine Aksa corruption case, political vigilantism

    Ghana's Newsfile programme will scrutinise the corruption fight including the Aksa power deal bribery investigation with former Power Minister Dr Kwabena Donkor named as a person of interest, alongside concerns over organised political vigilantism ahead of the 2028 elections.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 23 August

  1. Republic Bank-JoyNews housing fair concludes in Accra

    The first edition of the Republic Bank-JoyNews Habitat Fair Mini Clinic, a three-day event at Achimota Retail Centre ending August 23, drew homeowners and builders to explore housing products and services from leading brands in Ghana's construction industry. The Mini Clinic served as a precursor to a larger Habitat Fair planned for later in the year.

    23 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 21 August

  1. Newsfile examines power outages, GoldBod, galamsey, water quality

    Joy Online's Newsfile programme discusses Ghana's electricity supply resilience following a nationwide blackout attributed to a fault on the Akosombo–Volta transmission line, GoldBod's financial performance and controversy over gold-for-reserves figures, and galamsey's threat to water quality.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Newsfile to examine power outages, GoldBod performance, galamsey threat

    Joy Online announces a Newsfile segment examining three issues: nationwide blackouts and Ghana's electricity infrastructure resilience following a major transmission line fault; GoldBod's financial and operational performance and controversy over gold-for-reserves programme figures; and the threat posed by galamsey mining to water quality.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 15 August

  1. Newsfile examines GoldBod losses, AKSA deal, and ORAL cases

    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

  2. Newsfile examines GoldBod losses, AKSA energy deal, and ORAL cases

    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

Friday 14 August

  1. Newsfile to examine AKSA deal, GoldBod losses, ORAL cases

    Joy Online's Newsfile programme will discuss three issues: the IMF's reported US$1.7 billion in losses from Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (with GoldBod disputing the characterisation), allegations of bribery in a Ghanaian power transaction involving a former Goldman Sachs banker, and the status of the government's Operation Recover All Loot cases during legal vacation.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Etukrom STC bus crash death toll rises to three with girl's death

    The death toll from a multi-vehicle crash at Etukrom near Bonsu Junction in the Eastern Region has risen to three after an 11-year-old girl succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment at Hawa Memorial Hospital. The crash on Monday, August 3, 2026, involved an STC bus, fuel tanker, Mitsubishi pick-up, and Kia Sorento, leaving three vehicles completely burnt and one extensively damaged.

    4 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 31 July

  1. 3D Wireless joins JoySports Invitational 2026 corporate tournament

    Telecommunications and internet service provider 3D Wireless has signed up for the JoySports Invitational 2026, a premier corporate sporting event scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the University of Ghana Stadium. The tournament promotes workplace wellness and professional networking, with over 30 corporate organizations having participated last year.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. JoySports Invitational Tournament registration opens for August 2026

    The 2026 JoySports Invitational Tournament will take place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon, bringing together companies from across Ghana for corporate sports, networking and competition. Companies can register by contacting Sleven on 0242376445 via WhatsApp, with activities including an aerobics session, CEO's Penalty Shootout, and Jama Contest.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 July

  1. Egypt, Ghana to sign seven MoUs on education and technology

    Egypt plans to sign seven Memoranda of Understanding with Ghana covering education, technology, pharmaceuticals, cybersecurity, and cultural heritage restoration to deepen bilateral cooperation. The agreements are part of preparations to celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations next year and include plans to revive the Ghana-Egypt Joint Commission, which has not met for about three decades.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 24 July

  1. Wontumi convicted of illegal mining; Ofori-Atta wins US immigration case

    The High Court convicted NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) of illegal mining and sentenced him to 20 years' imprisonment, with government calling it evidence that no one is above the law and opposition calling it politically tainted. A United States immigration court found that the Office of the Special Prosecutor failed to provide sufficiently credible evidence in proceedings involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, though the OSP rejected suggestions that its case has collapsed.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Uncollected waste, clogged drains persist in Accra post-cleanup

    Nearly two weeks after President Mahama's nationwide clean-up exercise on July 10–11, heaps of refuse remain uncollected in areas including Lapaz and Agbogbloshie, with drains still heavily clogged by plastic waste and debris.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 18 July

  1. Fidelity Bank trains Miss Ghana 2026 contestants in financial and entrepreneurship skills

    The 69th Miss Ghana pageant contestants received mentorship from Fidelity Bank Ghana on financial literacy, personal empowerment, and environmental sustainability. The engagement, held under the theme "Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy," aims to prepare contestants to become effective ambassadors, entrepreneurs, and leaders in their communities.

    18 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 16 July

  1. Joy Business hosts roundtable on Ghana's poultry self-sufficiency challenge

    Ghana consumes an estimated 452,100 tonnes of chicken yearly but produces only about 60,000 tonnes domestically, meaning roughly 87% of consumed chicken is imported. Joy Business and the Super Morning Show will host a high-level roundtable to examine whether Ghana can close the gap and achieve poultry self-sufficiency.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Joy Business hosts roundtable on Ghana's poultry production shortfall

    Joy Business and the Super Morning Show will host a roundtable discussion on Ghana's poultry industry, examining why Ghana imports roughly 87% of the chicken it consumes despite decades of policy interventions, and whether the country can close the gap between its estimated annual consumption of 452,100 tonnes and domestic production of about 60,000 tonnes.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Joy Business hosts roundtable on Ghana's poultry self-sufficiency

    Joy Business and the Super Morning Show will host a high-level roundtable on Thursday examining whether Ghana can achieve poultry self-sufficiency. Ghana consumes an estimated 452,100 tonnes of chicken a year but produces only about 60,000 tonnes domestically, with roughly 87% of consumption met through imports.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 12 July

  1. Miss Ghana 2026 contestants clean gutters in East Legon sanitation drive

    Contestants of the Miss Ghana 2026 pageant joined the National Clean-Up Exercise on Saturday, cleaning gutters, streets and public spaces in East Legon, Bawaleshi and Shiashi in support of President Mahama's sanitation initiative. The exercise was part of the Miss Ghana Foundation's "Beauty with a Purpose" programme to promote environmental sanitation and civic responsibility.

    12 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 10 July

  1. Clean-up reveals significant waste buildup at Mallam Market

    A nationwide clean-up exercise in Accra's Mallam Market on Friday morning removed heaps of refuse from trading areas, roadsides, and drains. Traders called for the exercise to become a monthly activity to maintain sanitation and reduce flooding risks following June 29 rains.

    10 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Minority MP demands clarity on Ramaphosa visit deferral

    Ghana's Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee has called on the government to provide more details on its decision to defer a proposed state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, citing concerns over xenophobic attacks and saying the Minority Caucus lacks sufficient information to assess the situation and contribute meaningfully to discussions on Ghana's diplomatic response.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana declines Ramaphosa state visit over xenophobic attacks

    Ghana has rejected a state visit request by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa following xenophobic violence against African migrants in South Africa, which triggered the repatriation of about 1,000 Ghanaians. The decision was influenced by safety concerns for Ghanaian nationals and potential security risks surrounding the visit.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 27 June

  1. Telecel Foundation donates newborn care equipment to Kumasi South Hospital

    The Telecel Foundation has donated critical newborn care equipment—including two phototherapy machines, a digital infant weighing scale, and a radiant warmer—to the Pediatric Unit of Kumasi South Hospital, following a report of equipment shortages in the maternity unit. The Foundation has also signed a 2-year adoption memorandum of understanding with the hospital as part of its corporate social responsibility activities.

    27 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 24 June

  1. She Captures Humanity supports mothers at Pentecost Hospital Madina

    Humanitarian initiative She Captures Humanity, in partnership with The Smile Project, organized the Cesarean Awareness and Maternal Support Project on May 15, 2026, to provide relief and support to mothers receiving care at Pentecost Hospital in Madina, including wound care supplies, medical consumables, personal care products, baby care items, and food supplies.

    24 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 12 June

  1. Studio and one-bedroom units outperform villas in Accra real estate

    Smaller apartment units in Accra are delivering higher rental yields than larger villas in 2026, with studios and one-bedroom apartments in high-demand areas achieving 10 percent or more in gross yields according to market data, making them attractive for first-time and diaspora investors.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

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