
myjoyonline16m ago
Job creation remains weakest link in economic recovery, says Joe Jackson
Youth unemployment remains Ghana’s most pressing economic challenge despite recent signs of macroeconomic stabilisation, economist and CEO of Dalex Finance, Joe Jackson, has said.
Speaking at the JoyBusiness Roundtable on April 30, Mr Jackson acknowledged that the country has made notable progress in stabilising key economic indicators — a development he said is now broadly accepted across policy and business circles.
myjoyonline33m ago
Clifford Braimah eyes Savannah NPP chairmanship, launches grassroots tour
The former Managing Director of Ghana Water Company Limited, Clifford A. Braimah, is set to embark on a constituency tour across the Savannah Region as part of preparations to formally declare his intention to contest the party’s regional chairmanship position.
myjoyonline1h ago
Tampuli donates motorbikes, maths sets to support GES, GHS in Gushegu; extends aid to conflict-hit communities
The Member of Parliament for Gushegu, Alhassan Tampuli, has donated motorbikes and mathematical sets to the Municipal Directorates of the Ghana Education Service (GES) and Ghana Health Service (GHS) in the constituency to enhance their operations.
myjoyonline1h ago
We need specialised court for medical negligence—Hamza Suhuyini
A lawyer and member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communications team, Hamza Sayibu Suhuyini, has called for the establishment of specialised courts to handle medical negligence cases in Ghana, arguing that reforms within the judicial system are essential to improving accountability in healthcare delivery.
myjoyonline2h ago
Black Stars must build a team, not rely on talent – Daniel Opare
Former Black Stars defender Daniel Opare has urged the technical team to focus on building a cohesive team rather than relying on individual talent.
myjoyonline3h ago
GH¢57.2m unearned salaries recovered by Auditor-General, supervisors to be surcharged
A total of GH¢57.2 million in unearned salaries has been recovered from public sector workers who remained on the government payroll despite being absent from post or failing mandatory validation checks, the Auditor-General has revealed.
myjoyonline3h ago
Npontu Technologies appoints Finance and Digital Strategy Expert Prof. Noel Tagoe to its board
Npontu Technologies Limited, Ghana’s foremost AI and digital solutions company, has appointed Professor Noel Tagoe, PhD, FCMA, CGMA, as a Board Member. The appointment reinforces Npontu’s ambition to build governance structures that match its growing continental reach and deepen its strategic credibility as it advances Africa’s digital economy agenda. The appointment signals a deliberate shift […]
myjoyonline5h ago
Brent oil rises 7% on report US considering military options to break Iran deadlock
Brent oil prices rose as much as 7% on Thursday on a report that the U.S. is considering potential military action against Iran to break the deadlock in negotiations to end the war.
myjoyonline5h ago
Ghana’s currency volatility linked to extractive sector leakages – Joe Jackson
Ghana’s exchange rate instability is driven more by structural leakages in the extractive sector than by weak export performance, Joe Jackson, Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has said.
myjoyonline5h ago
Oti MDCEs sign 24-hour economy contracts
Municipal and District Chief Executives (MCEs and DCEs) in the Oti Region have signed contracts to begin implementing the 24-Hour Economy Markets Project
myjoyonline5h ago
Manso Kaniago miners protest extortion by ‘fake’ security operatives
Small-scale miners at Manso Kaniago in the Amansie South District have accused some “unauthorised” security personnel of using the name of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) to extort money from them at mining sites.
myjoyonline5h ago
Be assertive about your rights – Women and girls with disabilities urged
Auberon Jeleel Odoom, a disability rights activist, has urged women and girls with disabilities to be assertive about their rights and demand accountability from duty bearers.
myjoyonline5h ago
Ghana must demystify non-interest banking now – Economic experts
Economic experts, banking professionals, and industry associations are calling on the Government and the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to roll out an aggressive public education campaign to support a successful rollout of the country’s non-interest banking.
myjoyonline5h ago
Police intercept truck loaded with weapons, arrest 2 in Nkwanta
The Nkwanta Municipal Police Command has arrested two persons for unlawful possession of a firearm and large quantities of ammunition following an intelligence-led operation.
myjoyonline6h ago
Second chance, not sack – Clergy reject calls to remove Free Zones boss
The General Secretary of the Christian Council of Ghana, Rev. Cyril Fayose, has pushed back against calls to dismiss Dr Mary Awusi, the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority.
myjoyonline7h ago
Politics of insult is killing our democracy – Ahiagbah warns
A growing culture of political hostility is eroding Ghana’s democratic gains, Director of Communications of the NPP, Richard Ahiagbah, has warned.
myjoyonline7h ago
Universal Music to sell half its Spotify stake for buybacks, Q1 hit by weak dollar
Universal Music Group said on Wednesday it would sell half of its equity stake in Spotify and double its share buyback programme, as it reported first-quarter revenue held back by a weaker U.S. dollar.
myjoyonline8h ago
Meta shares slide as investors weigh Big Tech’s AI spending spree
Meta took the brunt of investor concerns on Wednesday over how the biggest US tech firms are spending massive sums on artificial intelligence (AI).
myjoyonline10h ago
Mugabe’s son given fine and to be deported from South Africa for pointing a toy gun
A South African court on Wednesday ordered the youngest son of Zimbabwe's former president, Robert Mugabe, to pay a large fine and said he would be deported for pointing a toy gun at someone and breaking immigration laws.
myjoyonline11h ago
Nigeria’s Tinubu nominates new oil regulator in second leadership change in four months
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has nominated Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as chief executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
myjoyonline20m ago
Macro turnaround clear, but market reality still tough — Finance Ministry
A technical adviser at the Ministry of Finance has defended the Mahama administration's economic record, arguing that the dramatic turnaround in Ghana's macroeconomic indicators is beginning to reach businesses and households, even if many Ghanaians are yet to feel it.
Frederick Amissah, speaking at The JoyBusiness Roundtable Discussion on the theme "Mahama at 16 Months: Do Economic Narratives Match Real-Sector Outcomes?", said the numbers tell a story that cannot be dismissed.
myjoyonline38m ago
Vincent Ekow Assafuah slams gov’t over ‘u-turn’ on Ghana School of Law entrance exams
Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has strongly criticised the government over what he describes as a “shocking and unacceptable U-turn” on the reintroduction of entrance examinations into the Ghana School of Law system.
myjoyonline1h ago
Church elder arrested as alleged galamsey foreman in Ashanti region
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has apprehended a foreman of an illegal small-scale mining site at Akyem Morso, near Juaso in the Asante Akim South District of the Ashanti Region.
myjoyonline2h ago
Agazy International Tournament ends as scouts select eight players for European trials
The second edition of the Agazy International Tournament has concluded at the Tema Newtown Stadium, with scouts selecting eight players from a large pool of emerging talents for trials in Europe.
myjoyonline2h ago
2026 World Cup: Black Stars ‘in deep trouble’ without Kudus – Daniel Opare
Former Black Stars defender Daniel Opare believes the team will be “in deep trouble” without Mohammed Kudus at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
myjoyonline3h ago
John Apetorgbor Kwabla Fugar aka Joe Dakota
Torgbi Gbanaglo – Asafo III of Abor, Torgbi Kposegee IV of Anyako Woeto and Head of Like Clan, Torgbi Awusu Il, Awadada of Anlo Dukoi. Torgbi Tengey Dzokoto Gligui VIl, Paramount Chief of Amugo-Wego Traditional Area. Dufia of Anyako and Head of the Bate Clan, Torgbi Akaba VII of Anyako. Regent Paagasco Ahiakonu of Kpobi […]
myjoyonline4h ago
No burial without justice – Ghana blocks funeral, demands probe into citizen’s killing in South Africa
Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Quarshie, says authorities have halted plans to bury a Ghanaian citizen killed in South Africa.
myjoyonline5h ago
Minority cries ‘political persecution’ over arrest of Maxwell Kofi Jumah
The Minority in Parliament has strongly criticised the arrest and continued detention of Maxwell Kofi Jumah, describing the move as politically motivated and an attempt to silence opposition voices.
myjoyonline5h ago
Body of drowned 20-year-old water tanker attendant retrieved from quarry pit at Mpobi
The body of a 20-year-old water tanker attendant who drowned in a water-filled quarry pit in the Afigya Kwabre South District has been retrieved.
myjoyonline5h ago
GNFS pushes for prosecutorial powers amid rising attacks on firefighters
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is calling for prosecutorial authority to deal more effectively with increasing assaults on its personnel during emergency operations.
myjoyonline5h ago
Probe launched into alleged maternal death at Kasoa Hospital
The Central Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has commenced an investigation into the reported death of a pregnant woman at the Kasoa Mother and Child Hospital, amid concerns over the circumstances leading to the incident.
myjoyonline5h ago
Ho Assembly exceeds first-quarter IGF target, records rise in DACF releases
The Ho Municipal Assembly has exceeded its Internally Generated Fund (IGF) target for the first quarter of 2026, recording strong growth in revenue mobilisation and District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) inflows.
myjoyonline5h ago
ATC wins ICC arbitration against Airtel Ghana over unpaid tower fees
American Tower Corporation’s Ghanaian subsidiary has prevailed in an international arbitration against Airtel Ghana over unpaid fees for telecommunications tower services, according to a source close to the matter, bringing to a formal close a contractual dispute that has shadowed Ghana’s telecoms sector for several years. The case was heard before the International Chamber of […]
myjoyonline6h ago
University of Ghana Co-operative Credit Union holds AGM
The Co -0perative Credit Union of the University of the Ghana, on has organized its Annual General Meeting (AGM).
myjoyonline6h ago
Apology not enough – Christian Council pushes government to act
The General Secretary of the Christian Council of Ghana, Rev. Cyril Fayose, has called for stronger government action following the controversy involving the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority.
myjoyonline7h ago
US House approves outline for $70bn more for immigration enforcement
The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a three-year budget plan that would pave the way for Congress to consider an additional $70 billion for immigration enforcement activities by federal agents.
myjoyonline8h ago
US singer D4vd bought tools online to dispose of girl’s body, prosecutors allege
US singer D4vd has been accused of purchasing tools online - including chainsaws - after prosecutors say he stabbed a teen girl to death.
myjoyonline10h ago
Make an example of her – Ahiagbah pushes for Free Zones CEO’s Exit
The NPP Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagbah, has called for the removal of the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, arguing that recent developments demand a decisive response to protect democratic discourse.
myjoyonline10h ago
Libya says 17 migrants perish at sea, nine missing feared dead
At least 17 migrants died, and nine are missing after their boat broke down and drifted for eight days in the Mediterranean Sea, Libya's Red Crescent and Libyan security sources said on Wednesday.
myjoyonline11h ago
‘I did not expect it’: Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe welcomed home with jubilant celebrations
Kenya's Sebastian Sawe has returned home to joyous scenes after becoming the first man to run a marathon in under two hours in competitive race conditions.
myjoyonline30m ago
CAF endorses Gianni Infantino for third presidential term at FIFA
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has endorsed Gianni Infantino for a third term as FIFA President. The endorsement was confirmed by CAF’s 54 member associations at a meeting on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Vancouver, Canada. Even though Infantino is yet to formally announce his intentions to run for a fourth term, the endorsements […]
myjoyonline58m ago
John Jinapor showing strong leadership on power outages, deserves support – Prof Beyuo
Member of Parliament for Lambussie, Titus Beyuo, has commended the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, for what he describes as a competent handling of recent power challenges, urging that the Minister be supported rather than criticised.
myjoyonline1h ago
Light beyond wires: Life without electricity in Tadankro
In this community in the Akuapem North Municipality of Ghana’s Eastern Region, darkness does not arrive gradually; it comes all at once.
myjoyonline2h ago
2026 World Cup: Black Stars can ‘surprise’ despite concerns over form – Daniel Opare
Former Black Stars defender Daniel Opare is confident Ghana can still spring a surprise at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite concerns over the team’s stuttering form.
myjoyonline2h ago
Today’s Front pages: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Myjoyonline.com brings you the front pages of the various newspapers across the country.
myjoyonline3h ago
Madam Teresa Abrewa Shebruaba Bessabro
Nsona ebusuapanyin Anthony k.k ainyam(USA) Mr isaac aggrey (Sekondi) Obaa Panyin Paulina Acquah (Sekondi), Mbaahenmaa of Sekondi Market, Nana Kra 1, J.K. Otoo (Elmina), Opanyin Alex Andoh and Opanyin Ahinasi (Abandze), Maame Apatasu, Sekondi, Mrs Sera Kristen Awudu, Accra, Rev Father Hilory Agbenosi, the parish priest of St. Bahkita Catholic church, Community 20, and the Knights […]
myjoyonline4h ago
That era is over – Ghana vows accountability for every citizen killed abroad
Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Quarshie, has declared that Ghana will no longer accept what he described as the brushing aside of deaths involving its citizens abroad.
myjoyonline5h ago
Court premises declared crime scene as Judicial Service relocates Sunyani Circuit, Magistrate Courts
The Judicial Service has relocated the Circuit Court ‘A’ and District Magistrate Court ‘B’ in Sunyani to the Sunyani High Court premises following a fire outbreak that engulfed the court building, a follow-up by the Ghana News Agency (GNA) has revealed.
myjoyonline5h ago
GNAT kicks against 7,000 teacher recruitment, demands increase
The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the government’s decision to recruit only 7,000 teachers, despite over 10,000 trained graduates from Colleges of Education and other tertiary institutions awaiting employment.
myjoyonline5h ago
Court grants substituted service in defamation suit against Health Minister
Light Wave Health Care Solutions Limited has secured a High Court order permitting substituted service on the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, in an ongoing defamation suit over alleged damaging remarks made about the company.
myjoyonline5h ago
No Ghanaian killed in xenophobic attacks – Envoy debunks viral death claims
Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Quarshie, has dismissed viral claims that Ghanaians have been killed in ongoing xenophobic attacks, insisting no such deaths have been recorded.
myjoyonline5h ago
NDC Accra Zongo Caucus calls for postponement of branch elections
Ismail Ali Horoya, the Greater Accra Zongo Caucus Coordinator of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called on the National Executive Committee of the party to postpone the upcoming branch elections scheduled for May–June, 2026.
myjoyonline5h ago
Eastern Region to host President Mahama on ‘Resetting Ghana’ tour
The Eastern Region is set to host President John Dramani Mahama on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, 2026, as part of his nationwide “Resetting Ghana Tour.”
myjoyonline6h ago
NDC’s prudent economic management shields Ghana from global shocks – Asiedu Nketiah
Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), says prudent economic management by the Government has helped shield Ghanaians from severe economic hardship amid rising global pressures.
myjoyonline6h ago
No Ghanaian must be silenced – Ahiagbah defends citizen’s right to speak
The Director of Communications of the NPP, Richard Ahiagbah, has defended the right of citizens to freely express their views, warning that Ghana must reject what he describes as a growing “politics of insult.”
myjoyonline7h ago
PSG’s Hakimi out of Bayern return leg with injury
Paris St‑Germain full-back Achraf Hakimi has been ruled out for the "next few weeks" after suffering an injury during his team's dramatic win against Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
myjoyonline8h ago
Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to ‘trick’ him in combative testimony
In his second day on the stand, Elon Musk was at times combative under questioning by OpenAI's lawyer, whom he accused of asking overly complicated questions.
myjoyonline10h ago
Agogo Omanhene Nana Akuoko Sarpong passes on; one-week rites set for June 4
The Agogo Traditional Council has announced the passing of the Omanhene of Agogo, Asante Akyem, Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong, ending a remarkable 51-year reign. In a statement signed by Krontihene Nana Kwame Nti, the council described his passing of the paramount chief as a “monumental loss” to both Asanteman and Ghana. In line with Asante […]
myjoyonline10h ago
Canoe carrying about 35 passengers capsizes on river in Uganda’s west
A canoe carrying an estimated 35 to 40 passengers capsized on a river in Uganda's west near Lake Albert, police said on Wednesday.
myjoyonline11h ago
Music is warfare – Bella Shmurda
Nigerian singer, Bella Shmurda, has said that beyond entertainment, music serves as a tool for societal advancement.