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Ghana High Court Delivers Judgment in Akonta Mining Case
Politicsmyjoyonline25d ago

Ghana High Court Delivers Judgment in Akonta Mining Case

The High Court of Justice (Criminal Court 4) in Accra, Ghana, presided over by Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, has delivered its judgment in the case of The Republic v. Bernard Antwi Boasiako @ Chairman Wontumi, Kwame Antwi, and Akonta Mining Company Limited.

Africa Moves to Curb Money Politics at Accra Conference
Politicsmyjoyonline1mo ago

Africa Moves to Curb Money Politics at Accra Conference

African leaders, governance experts, and civil society actors gathered in Accra, Ghana, calling for urgent reforms to reduce the growing influence of money in politics, warning that unchecked political financing weakens democracy.

NUGS President Calls for End to Accra's Perennial Flooding
Politicsmyjoyonline1mo ago

NUGS President Calls for End to Accra's Perennial Flooding

The President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has called for urgent action to end the perennial flooding in Accra, Ghana, citing billions spent and continued loss of lives and livelihoods. The disaster is no longer considered an unforeseen natural occurrence.

Accra Grapples with Persistent Flooding Crisis, Body Found
Politicsmyjoyonline1mo ago

Accra Grapples with Persistent Flooding Crisis, Body Found

Accra, Ghana, is once again submerged in water, with a body found in the floods at Tetegu, highlighting the city's 66-year-long unresolved flooding crisis. Major roads across the capital were turned into rivers, trapping commuters and causing widespread disruption.

Macron Calls for Global Reparatory Justice for Colonialism and Slavery
PoliticsFrance 24die-pressemyjoyonline1mo ago3 sources

Macron Calls for Global Reparatory Justice for Colonialism and Slavery

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a global effort towards reparatory justice for the legacies of colonialism and slavery, proposing an international scientific initiative and a memorial site in France. He urged the UN, AU, and UNESCO to support this push during a conference in Accra, Ghana.

Accra to Host eLearning Africa 2026 Conference
Politicsmyjoyonline2mo ago

Accra to Host eLearning Africa 2026 Conference

Accra, Ghana, will host Africa’s leading conference and exhibition on digital education, training, and skills development, eLearning Africa 2026, which will focus on sovereignty, skills, and Africa’s digital future.

Extreme Heat Worsens Learning Conditions in Ghanaian Schools
Healthmyjoyonline3mo ago

Extreme Heat Worsens Learning Conditions in Ghanaian Schools

Pupils in Accra, Ghana, are struggling with extreme heat, sweat, and exhaustion in classrooms, making concentration difficult and worsening learning conditions. Exercise books are reportedly being used to fan themselves rather than for writing.

Soul to Soul review – joyous 1971 concert film captures Black American stars’ emotional return to Ghana
CultureThe Guardian5mo ago

Soul to Soul review – joyous 1971 concert film captures Black American stars’ emotional return to Ghana

Restored documentary records a historic independence day show in Accra, with electrifying performances from Tina Turner, Wilson Pickett and more This exuberant, distinctively high-minded documentary, now restored, comes from the Oscar-winning though now somewhat overlooked film-maker Denis Sanders, made just one year after his renowned 1970 film Elvis: That’s the Way It Is, about Elvis Presley in Las Vegas. Soul to Soul is a record of an epic independence day concert in Accra, Ghana, in 1971,...

Devastating Floods Hit Accra, Ghana
Worldmyjoyonline1mo ago

Devastating Floods Hit Accra, Ghana

Accra, Ghana, experienced one of its most devastating flood disasters in recent memory on June 29, as heavy downpours caused drains to overflow and roads to disappear under murky water.

Expert Calls for Continuous Flood Mitigation in Accra
Healthmyjoyonline1mo ago

Expert Calls for Continuous Flood Mitigation in Accra

An operational governance and risk management expert, ED Andrews, advocates for a long-term and continuous approach to flood mitigation in Accra, Ghana, stressing the importance of prevention over reactive disaster management.

Downpour Causes Transport Chaos in Accra, Ghana
Worldmyjoyonline1mo ago

Downpour Causes Transport Chaos in Accra, Ghana

Hundreds of commuters were left stranded along the Madina-Adenta corridor in Accra, Ghana, after a severe downpour and thunderstorm caused significant traffic congestion and a shortage of commercial vehicles.

Ghana Considers SMART Tunnel to Address Accra Flooding
Culturemyjoyonline2mo ago

Ghana Considers SMART Tunnel to Address Accra Flooding

Accra, Ghana, faces severe flooding during the rainy season, leading to destroyed homes and livelihoods. A proposal suggests implementing a SMART tunnel system, drawing inspiration from Kuala Lumpur, to mitigate the recurring issue.

New Heatwave Grips Europe While Other Regions Face Flooding
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New Heatwave Grips Europe While Other Regions Face Flooding

A new heatwave is settling over Europe, bringing high temperatures to several countries. Meanwhile, other regions are experiencing severe weather, with parts of Accra, Ghana, flooding after heavy downpours and various areas in Poland and Montenegro also reporting inundations.

US Trade Mission to Visit Ghana
Worldmyjoyonline2mo ago

US Trade Mission to Visit Ghana

A high-level US trade mission is scheduled to visit Accra, Ghana, from May 30 to June 6, aiming to strengthen economic ties by bringing together government officials, investors, and business leaders.

Over 300 Women Trained in Digital Trade in Accra
Businessmyjoyonline3mo ago

Over 300 Women Trained in Digital Trade in Accra

More than 300 women in Accra, Ghana, have completed training in importation and affiliate marketing through the two-day Click-to-Cargo Programme, aiming to empower them for the fast-growing digital economy.

Accra TVET Students Assemble Bicycle Locally
Technologymyjoyonline3mo ago

Accra TVET Students Assemble Bicycle Locally

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students in Accra, Ghana, have successfully assembled a bicycle, showcasing a practical application of their skills and marking a significant achievement in local skills development.

Ghana's NSAI Inaugurates Board to Advance AI and Data Science
Technologymyjoyonline4mo ago

Ghana's NSAI Inaugurates Board to Advance AI and Data Science

The Nsowah-Nuamah Statistics and Artificial Intelligence Institute (NSAI) in Accra, Ghana, has inaugurated a new governing board. The board aims to drive the adoption of artificial intelligence and data science in education, policy, and industry across the country.

Two Fire Outbreaks Destroy Structures in Accra, Ghana
Worldmyjoyonline9d ago

Two Fire Outbreaks Destroy Structures in Accra, Ghana

Two separate fire incidents in Ghana's Greater Accra Region on Thursday destroyed commercial and residential buildings in Nungua and Odorkor Official Town, causing significant property damage but no reported casualties.

Accra Floods Attributed to Human-Made Factors
Healthmyjoyonline2mo ago

Accra Floods Attributed to Human-Made Factors

An article argues that the recurring floods in Accra, Ghana, are not natural disasters but rather human-made tragedies caused by systemic issues, leading to annual destruction and loss of life.

Fire Destroys Shops at Makola Market in Accra
Businessmyjoyonline2mo ago

Fire Destroys Shops at Makola Market in Accra

A significant fire has swept through parts of the Makola Market in Accra, Ghana, causing extensive damage to numerous shops and destroying goods estimated to be worth tens of thousands of cedis.

Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding in Accra and Landslides in China
EnvironmentThe Guardianmyjoyonline2mo ago2 sources

Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding in Accra and Landslides in China

Heavy downpours have caused significant flooding in Kaneshie and other parts of Accra, Ghana, while slow-moving bands of heavy rain have triggered flooding and landslides in parts of China. These separate events highlight the impact of severe weather in different regions.

Media Convergence Conference Opens in Accra
Culturemyjoyonline3mo ago

Media Convergence Conference Opens in Accra

A high-level conference on media convergence has begun in Accra, Ghana, bringing together academics, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss the future of journalism in the digital age.