2 h. ago South African car exports to U.S. plunge as Trump tariffs bite

South African car exports to the United States dropped sharply in the first quarter of 2025, and tumbled more than 80% in April and May after import tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump hit automakers' sales, industry association Naamsa said.

Politics

2 h. ago Cameroon’s Biya, 92, brushes off health fears in bid for new term

In June 2004, on returning from yet another extended stay abroad, Cameroon President Paul Biya came down from his plane and poked fun at rumours he was dead.

Politics

7 h. ago Dr. Musah Abdulai: If the Chief Justice returns: Will it lead to reset, redemption, or rupture?

I am not a lawyer or a politician. I am an engineer working in the mining industry. I don’t know the law and so I should not be held in contempt. I study my slopes, geological structures, weaknesses in rock masses, measure stress points, and ensure every load-bearing element can do its job, etc. The […]

Politics

11 h. ago ECOWAS mourns Buhari, hails his contribution to democracy and integration

In a statement issued by the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, on July 13, described the former Nigerian president as a statesman whose legacy will endure in the annals of African democracy and regional unity.

Politics

15 h. ago Lucy Quist’s ‘Bold New Normal Conference’ returns on 25th October

The fourth edition of The Bold New Normal Conference, convened by transformational business leader, author, and global speaker Lucy Quist, takes place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at The Enclave Garden, East Legon, Accra, with a focus on Language and Culture. Each year, hundreds of change leaders gather at the conference to build on their […]

Politics

17 h. ago Electoral violence must be dealt with decisively – Ibn Chambas

The African Union High Representative for Silencing the Guns, Dr Mohammed Ibn Chambas, has called for urgent and decisive action to end electoral violence in Ghana and across Africa, warning that peaceful elections are essential for long-term stability on the continent. Speaking on JoyNews’ News Desk, Dr Ibn Chambas stressed that election-related violence remains one […]

Events

18 h. ago Grace Adjoa Bayor: From Scoring Goals to Dressing Ghana’s Black Queens

The West Africans are one of the most recognizable nations at the helm of African Football. As far back as the 1990s, Ghana was vying for a place on the global stage when FIFA introduced the Women’s World Cup.

Politics

23 h. ago UK unveils new trade reforms to boost African exports and intra

African exporters and entrepreneurs are set to benefit from a new package of UK trade reforms unveiled on July 10.

Politics

46 h. ago See the blackout areas as ECG’s planned maintenance proceeds today

Residents and businesses in parts of the Greater Accra, Tema, and Western Regions are expected to experience temporary power outages today, Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) undertakes crucial maintenance works.

Politics

61 h. ago Presidential jet grounded in France for 4 months amid serious technical faults

Ghana’s Presidential Jet, the Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy, has been grounded in France for four months beyond its scheduled return date due to extensive maintenance issues.

Politics

69 h. ago Alliance Rights and Health urges immediate action following AU pact on violence against women

Women’s rights advocacy group, Alliance Rights and Health, is calling on African governments to back their words with action following the adoption of the African Union Convention on the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls.

Events

3 d. ago Ablekuma North rerun: Journalist injured following policeman’s slap

A police inspector whose name is currently unknown has allegedly slapped a journalist with Accra-based GHOne TV, Banahene Agyekum, in the ongoing Ablekuma North rerun. Mr. Agyekum was reporting at the Church of Pentecost polling station in Odorkor. Recounting his experience during an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, the journalist shared that he was performing his […]

Events

3 d. ago Dr. Smart Kwainoe honoured as most outstanding woman in Premium Event & Brand Experience Management

In a glittering celebration of excellence and empowerment, Dr. Mrs. Eunice Nana Aba Smart Kwainoe, Chief Executive Officer of Legendary Capital Events (LCE) and Kidzplace, has been crowned the Most Outstanding Woman in Premium Event and Brand Experience Management at the 11th Feminine Ghana Achievement Awards.

Politics

3 d. ago Dear US, Our talk is not cheap, Sincerely, Ghana Foreign Minister Ablakwa

African nations are perpetually being reminded of what we owe. The word “debt” has all but turned into a whip that is raised to trigger fear and encourage compliance. Isn’t it time we expand the conversation to include what is owed to us, and how a path to reparative justice can be built? On 30 […]

Politics

3 d. ago There will be no power disruption on July 13 – Energy Ministry

The Ministry of Energy has refuted reports suggesting that the country is set to experience a nationwide power supply shortage, commonly referred to as dumsor, on Sunday, July 13.

Science

4 d. ago Showdown in Ablekuma North as voters return to the polls amid party rift and court drama

More than 6,000 eligible voters are expected to cast their ballots today, Friday, July 11, 2025, in a high-stakes parliamentary rerun across 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North Constituency.

Events

4 d. ago Ghana leaves mark at inaugural International Cybersecurity Olympiad in Singapore

From 22nd to 28th June 2025, the vibrant city of Singapore played host to the first-ever International Cybersecurity Olympiad (ICO)—a groundbreaking global competition held at the National University of Singapore (NUS), bringing together some of the world’s brightest young minds in cybersecurity. Among the 28 countries represented at this prestigious event, Ghana proudly flew its […]

Politics

4 d. ago TECNO kicks off new era with Spark 40 series and CAF partnership

TECNO, the innovative technology brand powered by AI, has officially launched its much-anticipated SPARK 40 Series, combining sleek design, cutting-edge performance, and AI-driven innovation. The series features two unique models, the SPARK 40 Pro+ and SPARK 40 Pro, with designs that will elevate and transform your smartphone experience. The SPARK 40 Pro+, the slimmest 3D-curved […]

Politics

4 d. ago WAFU B Cup 2025: The boys are ready to fight – Ghana U20 boss Desmond Ofei

Ofei is aiming to lead the team to glory following a disappointing campaign at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations, where Ghana was knocked out by host nation Egypt in the quarter-finals, missing out on qualification for the FIFA U20 World Cup.

Politics

4 d. ago Cybervergent selected as World Economic Forum’s 2025 technology pioneer company

In affirmation of its global standing, Cybervergent, a Pan-African technology company that leverages artificial intelligence to transform how organisations manage risk, governance, privacy, and cybersecurity, has been selected as one of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Technology Pioneers for 2025. The technology pioneers are a global cohort spotlighting companies transforming industries through breakthrough technologies and […]

Economics