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The Multimedia Group Limited

Also known as: Multimedia Group (Joy) · MGL

Multimedia Group Limited — Ghanaian media organization operating news platforms including Adom Brands, Joy Online, and Newsfile, covering national issues from mining to governance.

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In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Now, I am a national hero, and I feel like a celebrity because of the JoyNews Impact Makers Awards (JIMA) and the Multimedia Group,” he wrote.

    Now I feel like a celebrity – Anthony Osei reacts after JoyNews Impact Makers honour
  3. Joy Online

    The General Manager of Joy Brands at The Multimedia Group Limited, Francis Fiifi Koomson, says the JoyNews Impact Makers Awards has evolved from a bold vision into a respected national movement celebrating Ghanaians transforming lives in their communities.

    JoyNews Impact Makers Awards has become a national movement for change – Fiifi Koomson
  4. Joy Online

    Organised by The Multimedia Group Limited, the awards scheme highlights individuals who have taken development into their own hands, often stepping in where systems fall short to address pressing social challenges.

    Livestream: JoyNews Impact Makers Awards underway at Labadi Beach Hotel
  5. Joy Online

    Organised by The Multimedia Group Limited, the awards scheme highlights individuals who have taken development into their own hands, often stepping in where systems fall short to address pressing social challenges.

    Playback: JoyNews Impact Makers Awards at Labadi Beach Hotel
  6. Joy Online

    Award-winning journalist Clinton Yeboah of The Multimedia Group Limited has been named one of the 2026 Kwame Karikari Fact-Checking and OSINT Fellows.

    JoyNews’ Clinton Yeboah named 2026 Kwame Karikari Fact-Checking Fellow
  7. Joy Online

    The Multimedia Group’s highly anticipated two-day May Day Egg Market has ended at the Joy FM Car Park in Accra, after several shoppers were given access affordable, high-quality eggs in a bit to promote the local poultry industry.

    MGL’s May Day Egg market ends in resounding success as crowds turn out for affordable eggs
  8. Joy Online

    The May Day Egg Market by the Multimedia Group returns for Day Two today, Saturday, May 2, with organisers promising even deeper discounts, exciting giveaways and a lively market atmosphere to reward the overwhelming patronage recorded on opening day.

    Multimedia Egg Market extended to today, Saturday, May 2
  9. Joy Online

    The Multimedia Group’s May Day Egg Sale attracted strong patronage, as consumers took advantage of discounted prices while learning about the health benefits of eggs.

    May Day Egg Sale draws crowds to Joy FM car park with big discounts
  10. April 2026
  11. Joy Online

    The story is being championed by The Multimedia Group Limited to mobilise assistance for the child’s treatment and recovery.

    5-year-old Miguel Ntsiful battles life-threatening brain condition as family seeks GH₵53k for urgent surgery

Yesterday

  1. GoldBod CEO defends forceful response to misinformation campaigns

    Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi has said the institution will respond strongly to what he describes as deliberate misinformation and smear campaigns, distinguishing between constructive criticism—which GoldBod welcomes—and malicious disinformation designed to damage reputations.

    22 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 21 August

  1. Context matters in naming norms across cultures

    An op-ed argues that the debate over whether a young woman should address Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu by his first name reflects differing cultural norms: Africa and Asia are high-context cultures where formality is expected, while Western societies are low-context cultures with different conventions.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Over 500 attend National Mining Dialogue 2026 by Asempa FM

    More than 500 people attended the National Mining Dialogue 2026 organised by Asempa 94.7 FM and its flagship programme Ekosii Sen, exceeding the organisers' initial expectation of 200 participants. The event took place at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in partnership with Semmis DS Group Limited and support from the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the Minerals Commission, and other stakeholders.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Multimedia Group visits Petrosol as oil firm prepares bond listing

    The Multimedia Group paid a courtesy call on Petrosol Platinum Energy PLC to strengthen their partnership ahead of the oil marketing company's corporate bond listing on the Ghana Stock Exchange. Petrosol has received regulatory approval from the GSE and Securities and Exchange Commission to raise capital through bonds beginning Monday, with an expected equity listing to follow later.

    18 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 12 August

  1. MTN Ghana delivers GH¢2.5m relief supplies to flood victims

    MTN Ghana has delivered 1,400 relief boxes and 1,400 mattresses containing food items, detergents, and blankets to people affected by June 29 floods that hit Accra and other parts of the country. The items were handed over to government representatives through the Office of the President.

    12 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Ghana housing crisis rooted in affordability, not shortage

    Republic Bank Ghana's Managing Director has identified affordability as Ghana's main housing challenge rather than supply, citing low household incomes, high borrowing costs, and land litigation as key barriers despite a housing deficit estimated at 1.8 million units in 2015. He stressed that closing the gap requires coordinated effort from government, financial institutions, developers and other housing sector stakeholders.

    11 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 10 August

  1. Corporate and international donations support June 29 flood relief

    Corporate organisations and international institutions have donated cash, food, medical supplies and essential items to support victims of the June 29, 2026 flood disaster, with donations presented to the Office of the President for communities affected by torrential rains and flooding in Accra.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Peace NGO World Unity and Peace International launched in Accra

    World Unity and Peace International (WUPI), a non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting peace, unity, human rights and human dignity, has been launched in Accra with the unveiling of its charter. At the launch, the Chief of Ekumfi-Eyisem Traditional Area warned against intolerance and hate speech, which he said lead to civil wars, and urged Ghanaians to embrace truth, love, freedom and justice.

    10 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 27 July

  1. Students increasingly involved in drug sales, warns NACOC deputy

    NACOC's Deputy Director General Alexander Twum-Barimah has expressed concern over growing student involvement in the sale and distribution of illicit drugs in Ghana, describing it as a worrying trend in substance abuse prevention. The comments follow a JoyNews investigative documentary revealing that illicit substances are increasingly found in schools and university campuses.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Digital fraud threatens Ghana's mobile money growth and public trust

    Ghana's digital payments ecosystem, which processed nearly 10 billion transactions valued at over GH¢4.5 trillion in 2025, faces rising fraud risks including impersonation and phishing that threaten the country's cash-lite agenda. A Digital Economy Forum convened by JoyNews and Multimedia Group recommended stronger industry coordination, enhanced fraud intelligence sharing, and improved public education to protect consumer confidence.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 17 July

  1. Newsfile to examine EOCO case, tribunals, environment, BoG saga

    Ghana's Newsfile programme will air Saturday with a panel of lawyers and experts discussing the GH¢50 million bail case involving Dennis Miracles Aboagye and EOCO, Parliament's passage of the Tribunals Bill 2026, environmental governance issues including Achimota Forest and illegal mining, and the Bank of Ghana saga.

    17 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 15 July

  1. MTN Ghana provides GHS2.5 million relief for flood victims

    MTN Ghana has committed GHS2.5 million in relief support for individuals and families affected by recent flooding in Accra. The package, to be distributed through NADMO in partnership with the Multimedia Group, includes mattresses, blankets, food, detergents, toiletries, and emergency equipment.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Adom Brands petitions Armed Forces over alleged journalist assault

    The Multimedia Group's Adom Brands has formally petitioned the Ghana Armed Forces to investigate the alleged assault on its Oti Regional Correspondent, Obrempongba Kwame Owusu, by suspected military personnel enforcing a curfew in Nkwanta South on Saturday, July 11, while he covered news following the NPP's constituency executive elections.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 13 July

  1. Swift Academy team wins Ghana science and tech competition

    Team NextGen Coders from Swift Academy in the Ashanti Region won the 2026 Ghana Science & Tech Explorer Prize with an AI-powered dialysis monitoring system designed to detect critical risks like blood leaks and air bubbles, automatically stopping treatment and triggering an alarm when danger is identified.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Multimedia Group journalist beaten by military during NPP primary coverage

    A journalist with Adom Brands covering the NPP's internal elections in Nkwanta South was assaulted by military personnel enforcing a curfew on Saturday. The journalist says soldiers accused him of filming, beat him, and demanded his phone; police officers intervened and he sustained injuries to his back and spine.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Multimedia condemns alleged soldier assault on Oti reporter

    Multimedia Group condemned the alleged assault on its Oti Regional Correspondent by military personnel during curfew enforcement in Nkwanta South on July 11, while the journalist was covering NPP constituency elections. The reporter sustained injuries and was hospitalized; Multimedia called for a thorough investigation into the incident.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 9 July

  1. Fifty journalists join Africa Extractive Media Fellowship

    The Africa Extractive Media Fellowship has inducted 50 new journalists to strengthen specialised reporting on mining and natural resource governance in Ghana, with support from the Australian High Commission. The programme aims to equip journalists with skills to produce accurate, evidence-based reporting on the extractive sector and promote transparency and accountability in Ghana's natural resource management.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 3 July

  1. Mfantsipim Class of 2016 reflects on school brotherhood

    Over 800 boys from across Ghana entered Mfantsipim School in October 2013, where they spent three years shaped by the school's motto "Think and Look Ahead," building brotherhood and character through shared experiences including daily climbs of Kwabotwe Hill.

    3 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 23 June

  1. GMTF deepens partnership with Multimedia Group for public awareness

    The Ghana Medical Trust Fund has strengthened its collaboration with Multimedia Group to expand public awareness of the Fund's activities and help more Ghanaians access medical support. The Fund's administrator highlighted the media's critical role in connecting vulnerable individuals with assistance services.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. High Court orders Latif Iddrisu case to trial after rejecting settlement adjournment

    The High Court has rejected a further request for adjournment from the State to pursue settlement talks in the case involving journalist Latif Iddrisu, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Attorney-General. The judge noted the lengthy duration of the case and limited progress since the State first announced its intention to compensate and settle the matter amicably, and ordered trial proceedings to resume.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 22 June

  1. World PR Day Festival 2026 explores sports storytelling for Africa

    A World PR Day Festival 2026 conversation examined how countries can use major sporting events like the FIFA World Cup to tell their national stories, shape global perceptions, and boost investment and tourism through strategic communication around culture and identity.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Forest destruction and illegal mining threaten Ghana green finance

    Speakers at Ghana's Environmental Sustainability Summit 2026 warned that illegal mining and environmental degradation could undermine the country's green finance agenda and carbon market frameworks. Experts argued that businesses must prioritize environmental sustainability as core business strategy rather than charity, citing Ghana's estimated two percent annual deforestation rate.

    17 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Friday 5 June

  1. GJA honours journalists and public figures for press freedom

    The Ghana Journalists Association will recognise Ambassador Gina Blay, veteran journalists, and other distinguished media practitioners and public figures for their contributions to press freedom and media development, as part of World Press Freedom Day celebrations in Accra.

    5 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Jeffrey Nortey secures support for June 12 theatre show

    Actor Jeffrey Nortey has visited senior government officials and media organisations to promote his "3 Faces of Jeffrey Nortey" event, scheduled for June 12, 2026, at the National Theatre. The Criminal Investigations Department director and Communication Minister Samuel Nartey George have pledged support for the show.

    5 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 3 June

  1. JoySports partners Guardian UK for World Cup coverage

    JoySports, the sports wing of Multimedia Group, has partnered with The Guardian UK's Experts' Network to deliver FIFA World Cup coverage, including regional insights, tactical analysis, and comprehensive coverage of Ghana's Black Stars and all 48 teams for the 2026 tournament.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Actor Jeffrey Nortey invites officials to June 12 theatre show

    Actor and content creator Jeffrey Nortey has visited high-profile personalities and institutions, including the CID Director-General and Minister for Communication, to invite them to the 3 Faces of Jeffrey Nortey event scheduled for June 12, 2026, at the National Theatre.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 29 May

  1. TOR MD wins award for transformative public sector leadership

    Tema Oil Refinery Managing Director Edmond Kombat was honoured for exceptional leadership and strategic vision at the 10th Ghana CEOs Summit. The recognition follows TOR's recent receipt of one million barrels of Bonga crude oil and efforts to revitalise refinery operations.

    29 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Adom TV to broadcast Black Stars World Cup friendlies

    The Multimedia Group has secured broadcasting rights to the Ghana Black Stars' international friendly matches against Mexico, Wales, and a third opponent yet to be confirmed, as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Ghana will face Mexico on May 22 and Wales on June 2, before opening their World Cup group-stage campaign against Panama on June 17.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Multimedia Group plans 2026 Hitz FM ReP Ur Jersey event

    Hitz FM is intensifying preparations for its 2026 ReP Ur Jersey flagship football viewing event scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the Aviation Social Centre, which will screen the UEFA Champions League Grand Final live and include fan engagement activities, sponsorships, and competitions.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana's broadcasting evolved from state control to diverse private sector

    Ghana's broadcasting sector has transformed from a state-dominated system into one of West Africa's most diverse and competitive media landscapes through liberalisation and regulatory reform, according to the GIBA President. The 1992 Constitution guaranteed media freedom and enabled private participation, while the establishment of the National Communications Authority in 1996 provided the regulatory framework for private radio and television stations.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

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