In a momentous occasion for one of the world’s oldest Christian institutions, the Catholic Church has elected its first American pontiff following days of ancient rituals dating back to the era of St. Peter. On Thursday, May 8, after intense deliberation in the Sistine Chapel, Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost emerged as the chosen leader of […]
An economics lecturer at the University of Ghana, Professor William Baah Boateng, has issued a direct challenge to Ghanaian importers and traders benefiting from the appreciating cedi. He says they must reflect the gains of the local currency in the prices of goods or risk exposing a double standard. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business […]
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has criticised President John Mahama’s 120-day social contract, calling it a failed promise marked by persistent power cuts and worsening economic hardship for ordinary Ghanaians. This comes after President Mahama delivered a national address highlighting what he described as fulfilled commitments under his social contract, a document of 25 […]
The Ghanaian cedi has recorded its strongest first 120-day performance against the US dollar under the current administration of President John Dramani Mahama, ranking top among all presidential transitions since the cedi was redenominated in 2007. A comparative analysis by JoyNews Research reveals that from January 7 to May 7, 2025, the cedi appreciated by 9.25%, moving […]
Residents of Amefinukope in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta region are in a state of shock following the discovery of five exhumed bodies in two local cemeteries, with parts of the corpses, particularly the heads, missing. The distressing incident occurred on Wednesday, 7th May 2025. According to a community leader, Mr Kwashi Senaya, […]
The High Court in Accra has sentenced Deborah Seyram Adablah, a former National Service Personnel who sued her ‘sugar daddy’ for breach of promise, to 45 days in prison after finding her guilty of contempt. Deborah Seyram Adablah was convicted of defaming the court. She had recorded two separate videos and posted them on social […]
An economist says the recent appreciation of the Ghana Cedi and reduction in fuel prices may not lead to a corresponding drop in the prices of goods due to the country’s manual approach to economic management. Dr Samuel Worlanyo Mensah said that until Ghana adopts an automated economic analysis and decision-making system, such changes in […]
On Wednesday evening, under the domed ceiling of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, 133 cardinals will vote to elect the Catholic Church’s 267th pope. The day will begin at 10:00 (09:00 BST) with a mass in St Peter’s Basilica. The service, which will be televised, will be presided over by Giovanni Battista Re, the 91-year-old Cardinal Dean […]
Visa applications from nationalities thought most likely to overstay and claim asylum in the UK could be restricted under a new government crackdown. Under Home Office plans, first reported in the Times, people from countries such as Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka may find it more difficult to come to the UK to work and study. […]
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled a stringent Code of Conduct (2025) for ministers and political appointees, outlining strict ethical standards to combat corruption, conflicts of interest, and misuse of power. The 66-page document, obtained by Myjoyonline, stresses transparency, accountability, and professionalism in governance. Here are 10 critical takeaways: 1. Zero Tolerance for Corruption & […]
The Director of Policy Engagements at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has expressed worry over a major loophole in the gift policy announced in President John Mahama’s new code of conduct for appointees. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday, Dr. Kojo Pumpuni Asante warned that without urgent revision, the policy could be […]
The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, has stated that political appointees who breach the Code of Conduct will not only be dismissed but may also face criminal prosecution if their actions warrant it. He made the comment in a side interview on Monday, May 5, 2025, shortly after President John Dramani Mahama […]
