BBC Africa·africa·9/17/2026
Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds
The body of the 54-year-old veteran broadcaster was found hours after three armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.
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BBC Technology·technology·9/17/2026
Tech treating AI like humans is mistaken and misguided, Microsoft boss tells BBC
Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Outstanding challenges in school placement will be addressed before schools reopen – Education Minister
Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, on Wednesday assured students and parents that the outstanding challenges in the Senior High School placement will be addressed before schools reopen.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Akufo-Addo to attend NPP National Delegates Conference as party begins rebuilding process
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is expected to attend the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2026 National Delegates Conference after receiving a formal invitation from the party’s National Officers Elections Committee (NOEC).
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BBC Business·business·9/17/2026
Interest rates hold expected but Bank of England facing tough choices
Forecasts of further rises in the inflation rate mean some analysts expect the Bank to act by the end of the year.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
GRA questions GH¢79.65m Servestar Minwax claim, seeks independent audit
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is challenging the basis of a GH¢79.65 million judgment debt being pursued by Servestar Minwax (WA) Limited, insisting that the amount must first undergo an independent reconciliation.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
PROTOA sets September 21 for indefinite strike over rising transport costs
Commercial transport operators under the Progressive Transport Owners Association (PROTOA) are threatening an indefinite withdrawal of their services from September 21, 2026, over escalating operating and vehicle maintenance costs.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 2·9/17/2026
NPP must unite and rebuild for 2028 – Akufo-Addo
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to prioritise unity and grassroots mobilisation as the party begins preparations towards the 2028 general elections.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 8·9/17/2026
Ex-convict arrested for allegedly posing as soldier and extorting residents in Ashaiman
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old ex-convict for allegedly impersonating a soldier and extorting money from unsuspecting residents in Ashaiman.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 6·9/17/2026
Diesel could hit GH¢28 without government support – NPA CEO
The price of diesel at fuel stations could have risen to about GH¢28 per litre if government had not stepped in to absorb part of the sharp increase in international petroleum prices, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, has said.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Four-year water crisis deepens hardship in Agbozume
Residents of Agbozume and surrounding communities in the Ketu South Municipality have endured severe water shortages for about four years, forcing many to travel to other towns to purchase water for domestic use.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Denmark, Ghana must deepen green industrial partnership
Jorgen Bollesen, the Head of Economic Diplomacy and Trade, Danish Embassy, has called for stronger cooperation with Ghana to accelerate sustainable industrialisation and help Ghanaian industries gain and maintain access to premium global markets.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
LEAP new grant rates take effect this month, says Gender Minister
Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, has announced that the new grant rates under the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme will take effect this month.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Ghana shifts from advocacy to enforcement on gender equity, disability inclusion
Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, says Ghana has moved from advocacy to enforcement in advancing gender equity and disability inclusion, with social protection increasingly becoming a legal entitlement.
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BBC Business·business·9/17/2026
Low-cost food pantry awarded £272k lottery grant
Oasis Hub Bath said the funding will cover its main operating costs over the next three years.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Ho West communities benefit from 2026 big push rural electrification
Eight communities in the Ho West Constituency are benefiting from rural electrification works under the Government’s 2026 Big Push Projects.
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BBC World News·world·9/17/2026
International students, 'visa hoppers' and backpackers targeted in Australia migration crackdown
The government wants to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 people by 2028.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Dorcas Afo-Toffey pledges to sustain SHS scholarship support in Jomoro
Jomoro MP and Deputy Minister of Transport, Dorcas Afo-Toffey, has pledged to sustain her annual educational support programme for newly admitted Senior High School students in the constituency beyond her time in public office.
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BBC World News·world·9/17/2026
Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter
There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment.
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BBC World News·world·9/17/2026
Assad regime planned US journalist's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds
Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Afo-Toffey Supports 1,000 Jomoro SHS freshers with educational materials
Member of Parliament for Jomoro and Deputy Minister of Transport, Dorcas Afo-Toffey, has supported 1,000 newly admitted Senior High School students in the constituency with educational materials through her annual scholarship initiative.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Gender Minister hails Ghana School Feeding Programme
Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection says the Ghana School Feeding Programme remains one of the most visible ways the Ministry touches the lives of Ghana’s schoolchildren every single school day.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Ghana must turn research into practical solutions for development – Chief of Staff
Dr Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff, has called for stronger collaboration among universities, research institutions, industry and policymakers to ensure that research conducted in Ghana is translated into practical solutions for national development.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Government establishes 30-acre hybrid shea tree demonstration farm in Tamale
The government has established a 30-acre hybrid shea tree demonstration farm at Futa in the Tamale Metropolis to serve as a research and development facility, heritage site and potential anchor for shea tourism.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Opoku-Agyemang opens World Shea Expo 2026 in Tamale
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has opened the World Shea Expo, 2026 in Tamale with a call for stronger partnerships, investment and value addition to transform the shea industry.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
NCA awards 5G spectrum to Telecel Ghana
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has awarded three spectrum lots in the 2.3 GHz band to Telecel Ghana to support the company’s rollout of 5G services and expansion of mobile broadband capacity.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
AGI Summit: Gov’t committed to supporting enterprises, manufacturing companies – Sampson Ahi
Sampson Ahi, the Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to implementing policies that support investment, innovation, production, and job creation.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Accra-Kumasi Expressway to be scrutinised by Value for Money Office
The Accra-Kumasi Expressway will be the first major infrastructure project to come under the scrutiny of the Value for Money Office (VfMO) under the Ministry of Finance.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
They learn from our weaknesses – Dr Norman warns Ghana is giving drug traffickers an edge
Security consultant Dr Ishmael Norman has warned that drug traffickers are exploiting weaknesses in Ghana’s security system to move large consignments of narcotics through the country.
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MyJoyOnline·Opinion·9/17/2026
Why Ghana’s next generation must master technology and finance
Ghana’s financial and technology landscape is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities for young people to build businesses, access global markets and participate in the digital economy.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 7·9/17/2026
Our drug enforcement system is too fragmented – Dr Norman flags dangerous gaps in security architecture
Security Consultant Dr Ishmael Norman has warned that Ghana’s drug enforcement system is too fragmented to effectively confront the growing threat of cocaine and methamphetamine trafficking.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
Amankwa-Manu demands stronger intelligence sharing among security agencies to fight drug trafficking
Former Deputy Defence Minister Kofi Amankwa-Manu is calling for stronger and more effective intelligence sharing among Ghana’s security agencies to tackle the growing threat of drug trafficking.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
It is getting out of hand – Amankwa-Manu wants Parliament recalled over drug trafficking
Former Deputy Defence Minister Kofi Amankwa-Manu is calling for the recall of Parliament to enable lawmakers to hold an in-depth discussion on Ghana’s growing drug trafficking concerns.
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BBC Technology·technology·9/17/2026
OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils plan to disclose incidents
The firm also announced a new system to track, investigate and disclose cases of models misbehaving, or "misalignment".
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MyJoyOnline·International·9/17/2026
Gold rises over 1% as investors digest Fed hike, oil rally stalls
Gold prices rose more than 1% on Thursday as investors digested the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate hike and its signal that further policy tightening may follow, while an earlier rally in oil prices lost momentum.
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MyJoyOnline·Energy·9/17/2026
BOST cuts fuel exports to Burkina Faso and Mali to protect local supply
Ghana's state-owned fuel distributor BOST Energies has cut diesel and gasoline exports to neighbouring Burkina Faso and Mali since August, prioritising domestic demand, Managing Director Afetsi Awoonor said on Wednesday.
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MyJoyOnline·Energy·9/17/2026
Ghana Gas to decide on $500 million gas pipeline early next year, CEO says
State-owned Ghana Gas plans to make a final investment decision by early next year on a long-discussed $500 million pipeline project that would transport gas from its processing plant in the western part of the country to industries in the southeast, CEO Judith Adjobah Blay said on Wednesday.
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MyJoyOnline·Africa·9/17/2026
South Africa’s president booked off from public engagements over ill health
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been booked off from public engagements due to ill health, on the advice of his medical team, his office said on Wednesday.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/17/2026
National Cathedral will emerge stronger from controversy – GPCC President
President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), Rev. Prof. Paul Frimpong-Manso, believes the controversy surrounding the National Cathedral project will ultimately make it stronger.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 10·9/17/2026
Oil prices extend losses as fears of Middle East supply disruptions ease
Oil prices fell in early trade on Thursday, extending the previous day's losses, as reports that Saudi Arabia is offering extra crude cargoes through Oman eased fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East.
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MyJoyOnline·International·9/17/2026
‘Grief can colour memory’: Palace responds after Earl Spencer’s claim in Diana book
Buckingham Palace has responded after a claim by Earl Spencer, the brother of Diana, Princess of Wales, that King Charles said "we'll forget her soon enough" days after her death.
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MyJoyOnline·Athletics·9/17/2026
12th FASU Games: University of Ghana win 23 medals in Cairo
The University of Ghana has recorded an impressive medal haul at the 12th Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games in Cairo, Egypt, winning a total of 23 medals.
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BBC World News·world·9/17/2026
US interest rates raised for first time in three years
Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.
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BBC Business·business·9/17/2026
Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates
The 0.25% increase comes despite fierce opposition from the US president, who has called for rates to be cut.
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BBC World News·world·9/17/2026
EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'
Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 3·9/17/2026
Truth buried to the ground will resurrect – GPCC President on National Cathedral
President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), Rev Prof. Paul Frimpong-Manso, has described the renewed debate over the National Cathedral as part of a process that could ultimately strengthen the project.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 4·9/17/2026
GPCC president says National Cathedral idea is not dead
President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), Rev Prof. Paul Frimpong-Manso, says the idea of Ghana’s National Cathedral remains alive despite the renewed controversy surrounding the project.
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MyJoyOnline·International·9/16/2026
Part-human part-mouse brain developed in science breakthrough
Neuroscientists in the US have successfully adapted mice to have functioning human cells inside their own brains.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/16/2026
COVID funds audit has glaring gaps, Parliament may go back for forensic probe – Dafeamekpor
Parliament is set to revisit the audit of government’s COVID-19 expenditure after fresh findings raised questions about whether the Auditor-General’s report covered the full spectrum of funds approved and released for various sectors.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/16/2026
Dafeamekpor flags gaps in audit of GH¢775m approved for Transport, Local Gov’t and Education ministries
South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has flagged gaps in the Auditor-General’s audit of COVID-19 expenditure approved by Parliament.
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BBC Technology·technology·9/16/2026
Would you buy branded clothing from your favourite tech firm?
Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic are all now selling their own limited edition fashion lines
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
I sent 200 DMs to companies - it was awkward but I got a job
From coffee chats to LinkedIn messages, here's how to network your way to your next job.
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
Electricity discount to be paid to NI households
The one-off £63 reduction in electricity bills will be paid from next month.
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MyJoyOnline·Football·9/16/2026
Jordan Ayew, Yirenkyi feature as Ghanaian trio exit Carabao Cup
Jordan Ayew came off the bench in the 58th minute as Sheffield United were eliminated from the Carabao Cup in the third round following a defeat to lower-league Fleetwood Town. Ayew, who joined the Championship side earlier this month, is continuing his return to full fitness after spending the entire pre-season without a club following […]
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 5·9/16/2026
Parliament has been bludgeoned from behind – Dafeamekpor demands forensic audit on Covid spending
South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has called for a forensic audit of government’s COVID-19 expenditure following fresh revelations about gaps in the Auditor-General’s audit.
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MyJoyOnline·Technology·9/16/2026
Snapchat ‘willing to implement’ daily time limits for teens, boss tells BBC
The boss of Snapchat says the firm would be "willing to implement" time limits for teens, following a call from Meta for it to take action.
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
Watch: How will higher interest rates impact US consumers?
The BBC's Samira Hussain looks at the factors considered in the increase by the Federal Reserve and what it could mean for the US economy.
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MyJoyOnline·Technology·9/16/2026
Microsoft says AI rival Anthropic could have ‘disastrous impact’ on humanity
Microsoft's head of AI has warned that Anthropic's approach to training its AI model, Claude, could have a "disastrous impact on the wellbeing of humanity".
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's $2bn dirty money auction
The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction.
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MyJoyOnline·Football·9/16/2026
De la Fuente extends Spain contract to 2032
World Cup-winning head coach Luis de la Fuente has agreed to a contract extension with Spain until 2032.
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MyJoyOnline·Football·9/16/2026
Raphinha hat trick in Barcelona’s 7-goal rout of Santander
Barcelona thrashed Racing Santander 7-2 on Wednesday to make it seven wins at the start of a season for the first time in their history. It was yet another scintillating Camp Nou show from Barcelona, who re-established their three-point lead over Real Madrid at the top of LaLiga. Raphinha scored a hat trick, two coming from the penalty spot, as Barcelona […]
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MyJoyOnline·Football·9/16/2026
Carabao Cup fourth-round draw: Liverpool to host Chelsea as Arsenal drawn away to League Two Fleetwood
Liverpool will host Chelsea in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, while Premier League champions Arsenal have drawn the lowest-ranked side left in the competition, Fleetwood Town. The League Two side will host the Gunners after upsetting Championship side Sheffield United at home in the third round. Chelsea’s trip to Anfield is one of […]
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MyJoyOnline·Football·9/16/2026
Mbappe, Vini and Konate obscure Real’s Ceuta message
Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr and Ibrahima Konate rolled up their pre-game T-shirts before Real Madrid's match at Elche on Tuesday to obscure the message of support for the people of Ceuta.
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MyJoyOnline·National·9/16/2026
Reggie Rockstone named Unichem Ghana brand ambassador
Ghanaian music icon, entrepreneur and Hiplife pioneer Reggie Rockstone has been named Brand Ambassador for Unichem Ghana Group Limited. The partnership will see Mr Rockstone feature in consumer campaigns, digital content, media engagements, experiential activations and community initiatives for selected Unichem brands. The initial campaigns will focus on Vitafizz and Fisherman’s Friend, alongside selected products […]
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MyJoyOnline·Football·9/16/2026
Man United lose to Brighton from 2-0 up to end 50-year record
Manchester United suffered a humiliating Carabao Cup exit at Old Trafford as Brighton came from two goals down to reach the last 16. United head coach Michael Carrick had to bring on skipper Bruno Fernandes 18 minutes from time in a desperate attempt to salvage the game after watching his side concede twice in four […]
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MyJoyOnline·Football·9/16/2026
Man United lose to Brighton from 2-0 up to end 50-year record
Manchester United suffered a humiliating Carabao Cup exit at Old Trafford as Brighton came from two goals down to reach the last 16.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Watch: Leaked photos reveal extensive damage at US bases in Gulf
The photos, provided by active military personnel, show a severed radar jet, flattened trailers and severely damaged buildings as a result of Iranian strikes.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
US House votes to hold billionaire Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt
Black - who had business ties to Epstein - declined to appear and provide documents related to the convicted sex offender.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Trump chief of staff Susie Wiles announces she's cancer-free
The 69-year-old White House chief of staff is a powerful figure and particularly close to the US president.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks
A wrecked air force plane and destroyed buildings are among the images obtained by the BBC's partner CBS News.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Eight children among 21 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses, rescuers say
Some 10 families had reportedly been living in the six-storey building in Gaza City that was hit by an Israeli strike last year.
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BBC Africa·africa·9/16/2026
African greats inspired by the potential of Nairobi 2029
Some of Africa's great track and field stars expect the decision to award Kenya the 2029 World Athletics Championships to inspire the next generation.
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BBC Africa·africa·9/16/2026
Mbappe, Vini and Konate obscure Real's Ceuta message
Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Michelin-starred Seoul restaurant fined for using ants as garnish
The owner of the acclaimed establishment avoids jail but is made to pay 15 million won (£8,144; $10,965).
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Charlie Kirk's family alleges 'stunning failures' by Utah officials led to his shooting
The conservative activist was speaking to a crowd of thousands on the university campus when he was shot and killed by a gunman positioned on a roof.
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
Henry Zeffman: Andy Burnham and his chancellor have a battle on their hands as the Budget approaches
The Budget is only six weeks away and the economy is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing the prime minister.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Eight German state premiers back Merz amid speculation over future
Christian Democratic Union leadership throws its weight behind the chancellor ahead of two state elections this weekend.
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
Burnham rejects 'tax and spend socialist' comments
The prime minister insists he is prepared to take "difficult decisions" at next month's Budget.
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BBC Africa·africa·9/16/2026
Nigeria’s ‘sarcasm queen’ answers ‘silly’ questions about Africa
Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.
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BBC Africa·africa·9/16/2026
Legendary Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84
Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
What's driving UK 'shoplifting crisis'?
The number of shoplifting offences recorded in England and Wales in 2025-26 is still above pre-pandemic levels.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
US accuses Russia of trying to kill Ukrainian allies overseas
The FBI says five men "conspired to intimidate, threaten, or murder people on US soil and around the world".
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Philippines' Duterte seen in person at International Criminal Court for first time
He is due to be tried for crimes against humanity over thousands of deaths linked to his war on drugs.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump
The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Colombia and Brazil deadliest countries for environmental activists, report says
The two countries accounted for 52% of killings of environmental activists in 2025, according to Global Witness.
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BBC Africa·africa·9/16/2026
South Africa prosecutors drop case against suspended police chief
Fannie Masemola had denied the charges of failing to provide oversight of a controversial health contract.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Why Trump is all-in on AI despite the warnings
The US president has pushed the issue to the forefront of American politics - even at the risk of losing supporters.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca
The Houthis deny targeting the Islamic holy city after the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen accuses them of a "disgraceful act".
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Three killed after LA news helicopter crashes while covering deadly bus collision
The NBCLA news helicopter was flying near the scene of a fatal bus crash.
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
Complaints to watchdog about water firms soar
Many complaints were about affordability, after customers saw steep hikes to bills.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms
Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.
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BBC Business·business·9/16/2026
Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.
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BBC Africa·africa·9/16/2026
Meet the Scottish teenagers poised to represent Uganda
Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
US limits visas for South African officials over alleged anti-white discrimination
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality.
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MyJoyOnline·Education·9/16/2026
Catholic Bishops demand 20% quota for Catholics in mission schools
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference is pushing for the implementation of a 20% admission quota for Catholic students in mission schools.
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BBC World News·world·9/16/2026
Runaway horse captured by police on motorbikes
The unharmed horse escaped from its owner before the start of a parade in New Mexico
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MyJoyOnline·Education·9/16/2026
GES releases outstanding 2023 Capitation Grant arrears to basic schools
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the release of outstanding 2023 Capitation Grant arrears to District Education Directorates for onward disbursement to basic schools nationwide.
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MyJoyOnline·HP News 5·9/16/2026
TikTok used to recruit Ghanaian Girls into sex trade in mining communities – Challenging Heights
Child protection organisation Challenging Heights has raised concerns over an active network allegedly recruiting Ghanaian children into the commercial sex trade through social media platforms, particularly TikTok.
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MyJoyOnline·Opinion·9/16/2026
Recurrent brouhaha over SHS school placement: Which way out of the quagmire?
Another year, another scheduled time for “Back to school”, and need I say, it is also time for placements into Senior High School, Senior High Technical School, as well as Technical and Vocational institutions across the country.
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