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Bryan Acheampong set to contest NPP flagbearer slot for 2028 – MP reveals

Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, Davis Ansah Opoku, has disclosed that Dr. Bryan Acheampong, MP for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture,...

Ghana needs values, not new Constitution – John Awuah 

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Association of Banks, John Awuah, has challenged the growing calls for constitutional reforms, insisting that Ghana’s true crisis...

First mini-clinic of Ecobank-JoyNews Habitat Fair starts today

The first mini-clinic of the Ecobank-JoyNews Habitat Fair, starts today, June 21, 2025 at the Achimota Retail Centre. The three-day exhibition will allow prospective homeowners...

OSP charges former Vice Presidential staffer, 3 others with corruption over seized rice containers

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has formally charged four public officials, including a former Director at the former Vice President’s Secretariat, James...

GNPC reaffirms strategic role in West Africa’s energy future

The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to energy transformation and regional integration with a forward-looking gas strategy unveiled at the...

Air India says one engine on crashed plane was new

One of the engines of the Air India plane that crashed last week was new, while the other was not due for servicing until...

It’s a shame – NPP laments delay in Ablekuma North election result

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed deep frustration over the Electoral Commission’s (EC) continued delay in declaring the parliamentary results for the Ablekuma...

Bawumia camp in panic mode – Dr Stephen Amoah dismisses MP endorsements as propaganda

A member of Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign strategy team, Dr. Stephen Amoah, has downplayed the recent endorsement of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia by over 60 New...

EC rules out immediate re-run in Ablekuma North, says collation still ongoing

The Electoral Commission (EC) has ruled out an immediate re-run of the 2024 parliamentary election in the Ablekuma North Constituency, clarifying that results from...

It wasn’t political – Samini clears air on Ghana Tourism Authority visit

Reggae dancehall icon Samini has addressed the speculation surrounding his recent visit to the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), firmly dismissing claims that it was...

Be ready to be shocked and offended at university – students told

Students should be ready to be shocked and offended at university, according to the man in charge of ensuring free speech on campuses. Arif Ahmed,...

Prices still climbing despite falling inflation – Prof Asuming

Prices in Ghana are still rising despite a consistent decline in inflation, economist Professor Patrick Asuming has cautioned. Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express Business Edition...

Temperatures pass 32C as first UK area enters heatwave

The UK has recorded its hottest day of the year with temperatures passing 32C, as part of the country entered a heatwave. A temperature of...

Economy recovery on paper but not in pockets – Economist warns [Video]

Ghana’s economy may appear to be improving on paper, but that recovery has yet to translate into tangible relief for ordinary citizens. That’s the caution...

South Africa’s firebrand Malema banned from entering UK

A controversial South African opposition MP, central to a row over race relations in the country, has been denied entry to the UK. The Home...

Armed soldiers allegedly guarding galamsey site in Anwiaso East Forest Reserve

Environmental journalist Erastus Asare Donkor has alleged that the military is providing protection for an illegal mining operation deep within the Anwiaso East Forest...

Let’s stay united and civil – Oppong Nkrumah urges ahead of NPP internal elections

Former Information Minister and Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has appealed to members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to conduct...

Bawumia has the ‘Ghana factor’ – Asante Mampong MP justifies MPs’ support

Member of Parliament for Asante Mampong, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, has said the decision by over 60 New Patriotic Party (NPP) MPs to support Dr. Mahamudu...

Bawumia thanks NPP MPs for flagbearer endorsement

Former Vice President and 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed immense gratitude to a group of NPP Members...

Fire destroys over 500 wooden structures in Tema

A late-night fire outbreak behind Ferro Fabrik Limited at the Tema Heavy Industrial Area has destroyed over 500 wooden structures. The wooden structures, which served...

Galamsey enclave uncovered in Anwiaso East Forest Reserve with over 30 excavators

JoyNews' investigation has uncovered a vast illegal mining operation hidden deep within the Anwiaso East Forest Reserve, near Diaso in the Bibiani area of...

King Mswati III of Eswatini in Ghana for state visit next week

The Presidency has announced that President John Dramani Mahama will host King Mswati III, Ingwenyama of the Kingdom of Eswatini, for a state visit...

Bawumia doesn’t need favours, we’re ready – Miracles Aboagye

An aide to former 2024 NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has dismissed suggestions that the party’s decision to hold its presidential primaries on January...

Tread cautiously; sovereignty lies with the people – Kwasi Kwarteng warns after 60 MPs declare support for Bawumia

Kwasi Kwarteng, a member of former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign team, has downplayed reports that about 60 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members...

Gov’t suspends CMS for national service postings for forensic review

The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment has suspended the use of the Central Management System (CMS) of the National Service Authority (NSA) with...

Amenam community petitions mining company over activities in sacred forest reserve

Residents of Amenam and six neighbouring communities have petitioned Sikadwase Global Company Ltd over its mining operations in the KwaaKru Reserved Forest, expressing deep...

Ahwoi brothers hit with sad news

The Ahwoi family is bereaved following the passing of Mrs. Ama Adoma Bartels-Kodwo (née Ahwoi), sister to three of Ghana’s distinguished statesmen—Ato Ahwoi, Ambassador...

Fuel prices drop again due to competition: Petrol selling at GH₵10.75

Some Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have begun reducing the prices of petroleum products at the pumps once again. This marks the second drop in...

Driver shot and killed on Ntotroso-Sunyani Highway

A yet-to-be-identified driver has been shot and killed on the Ntotroso-Sunyani Highway in the Bono Region. The incident occurred last Friday while the driver was...

GNECC calls for criminalization of exam malpractice involving teachers and invigilators

The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) is calling for the criminalization of examination malpractice, particularly cases involving teachers and invigilators, following disturbing reports...

Skeleton of woman found after going missing for months

The skeletal remains of an 85-year-old woman, Obaapanyin Adwoah Takyiwaa, have been discovered at Camp 15 near Nkrankwanta in the Dormaa West District of...

Dafeamekpor denies restrictions on Minority’s role in Parliament’s Appointment Committee

The Member of Parliament for South Dayi, Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, has pushed back against claims suggesting the Minority in Parliament is being denied the...

Ken Ashigbey criticises government over failure to revoke LI 2462

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, has criticised the government over its failure to revoke Legislative Instrument (LI)...

Telecel reacts to GH¢2m lawsuit over alleged unauthorised use of Makola woman’s picture

Telecel Ghana has acknowledged a GH¢2 million lawsuit filed against it by Madam Faustina Djagbele Abbey, an onion seller at Makola Market, over the...

Kpandai chief urges Assembly Members to confirm DCE nominee for development

The Paramount Chief of Kpandai in the Northern Region, Nana Bristiam Okore Atorsah II, has appealed to assembly members to urgently confirm the District...

Over 60 NPP MPs visit Bawumia, declare support for flagbearer bid

More than 60 Members of Parliament (MPs) from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have rallied behind former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, expressing support...

First Lady praises Merck Foundation for training Ghanaian doctors

First Lady and President of the Lordina Foundation, Lordina Dramani Mahama, has lauded the Merck Foundation for significantly strengthening Ghana's healthcare system through medical...

Full text: Sammi Awuku’s statement on historic dialogue with deaf students

STATEMENT ON THE ENGAGEMENT WITH STUDENTS FROM THE SENIOR HIGH TECHNICAL SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF, MAMPONG. BY HON. SAMUEL AWUKU Mr. Speaker, Thank you for the opportunity...

Sammi Awuku calls for urgent reforms to support deaf students in Ghana

Akuapem North Member of Parliament (MP), Samuel Awuku, has called for urgent and targeted action to address the pressing challenges facing students at the...