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Ghanaian Professor Warns on Alcohol Risks, Dispels Cancer Myths
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Ghanaian Professor Warns on Alcohol Risks, Dispels Cancer Myths

Professor Calys-Tagoe has highlighted the growing health risks in Ghana due to excessive alcohol consumption, including increased cancer rates and developing alcohol tolerance. He also debunked the misconception that sucking a woman's breast prevents cancer.

Ghana Government Cuts Fuel Costs, Absorbs Taxes
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Ghana Government Cuts Fuel Costs, Absorbs Taxes

The Ghanaian government has announced measures to cut fuel costs, absorbing GH¢2 per litre on diesel and GH¢0.36 per litre on petrol. This decision follows advocacy from groups like COPEC for partial fuel tax cuts to ease the burden on citizens.

Hungary Replenishes Depleted Fuel Reserves
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Hungary Replenishes Depleted Fuel Reserves

Hungary has begun replenishing its strategic oil and fuel reserves after they sharply declined in March, raising questions about the sustainability of the country's fuel price caps. The depletion had led to concerns about the nation's energy security.

Ghana's LGBTQ+ Bill Debate to Influence 2028 Elections
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Ghana's LGBTQ+ Bill Debate to Influence 2028 Elections

A survey indicates that the debate over Ghana's proposed LGBTQ+ bill could be a decisive factor in the 2028 general elections, with a majority of voters stating the government's delay in signing the bill will impact their vote.

Ghana Catholic Bishops Address Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Debate
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Ghana Catholic Bishops Address Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Debate

The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference stated that moral values and economic development must be pursued together as complementary priorities in the ongoing national debate over the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill.

Easter Weekend Weather Forecasts Across Europe
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Easter Weekend Weather Forecasts Across Europe

Weather forecasts for the Easter weekend predict varied conditions across Europe, with some regions expecting warmer temperatures and sunshine, while others may see humid mornings followed by clearer afternoons.

Pope Leo XIV Carries Cross at Colosseum Way of the Cross
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Pope Leo XIV Carries Cross at Colosseum Way of the Cross

Pope Leo XIV personally carried the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on Good Friday, marking his first such act as pontiff and reviving a decades-old tradition.

US Embassy Advises Ghanaians on 2026 World Cup Visas
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US Embassy Advises Ghanaians on 2026 World Cup Visas

The US Embassy has advised Ghanaian journalists and football fans planning to travel to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to pay close attention to visa requirements, noting reduced waiting times for applications.

GOIL Reduces Fuel Prices Amidst Ghana's OMC Price War
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GOIL Reduces Fuel Prices Amidst Ghana's OMC Price War

GOIL, a major oil marketing company in Ghana, has reduced its petrol and diesel prices to GH¢12.40 and GH¢14.98 respectively, intensifying a domestic price war influenced by the President's call to ease life for Ghanaians amidst the Middle East conflict.

69 Years on, Ghana has a long way to go — Asamoah Boateng
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69 Years on, Ghana has a long way to go — Asamoah Boateng

Former Minister of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Stephen Asamoah Boateng, has urged Ghanaians to use the country’s independence celebrations as an opportunity to reflect on its developmental progress and chart a clearer path for the future.

Ghanaians Lured to Canada and Enslaved
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Ghanaians Lured to Canada and Enslaved

An investigation reveals how some Ghanaians are lured to Canada with promises of a better life, only to have their passports and salaries seized, becoming trapped in silent servitude.

How Black Sherif ruled Spotify Ghana’s first 5 years
Culturemyjoyonline1mo ago

How Black Sherif ruled Spotify Ghana’s first 5 years

The debate about who currently holds the crown in Ghanaian music has been settled, not by critics, not by radio play, but by the cold, hard data of what Ghanaians actually press play on. As Spotify celebrates five years in Ghana, the numbers reveal that we are living in the Black Sherif era. Since the […]

The Deadly Foot-Slog: From Ghana to Canada
Worldmyjoyonline1mo ago

The Deadly Foot-Slog: From Ghana to Canada

On a freezing Christmas Eve, as the prairie wind howled across the Canada–U.S. border, two young Ghanaians stepped into the darkness wearing hope instead of winter gear. With every step through the snow, their bodies weakened, but their desperation to live grew stronger. By dawn, survival would cost them their fingers, but not their faith […]

Old Mutual Ghana celebrates top performers at the 2025 annual sales gala
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Old Mutual Ghana celebrates top performers at the 2025 annual sales gala

Old Mutual Ghana hosted its 2025 Annual Sales Gala, bringing together its nationwide sales force for an evening dedicated to recognising excellence and celebrating the impact of financial protection across the country. The event honoured outstanding advisors and teams whose dedication has strengthened Old Mutual’s mission of enabling Ghanaians to achieve their lifetime financial goals. […]

Péter Magyar's Rise Challenges Orbán's Rule in Hungary
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Péter Magyar's Rise Challenges Orbán's Rule in Hungary

Péter Magyar's recent political ascent and election success have significantly challenged Viktor Orbán's long-standing government in Hungary, reportedly causing panic within Fidesz ranks. His movement is seen as a major new force, prompting negotiations and raising questions about Hungary's future political landscape.

55 Ghanaians killed on the battlefields of Ukraine
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55 Ghanaians killed on the battlefields of Ukraine

First, dozens of Ghanaians have been killed on the battlefields of Ukraine, as Ghana's Foreign Minister makes a direct appeal to President Zelensky. Also, a new sleeping sickness pill receives the green light from European regulators, paving its way to Africa to protect over 60 million at risk from the deadly tsetse fly. Finally, Paris Agriculture Fair celebrates African Culture with many producers from the continent who came to showcase their products. Côte d'Ivoire shines as guest of Honor ...

Fiscal reforms have returned GH₵6bn to the pockets of Ghanaians – Mahama
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Fiscal reforms have returned GH₵6bn to the pockets of Ghanaians – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has said that his administration’s fiscal reforms have returned an estimated GH₵6 billion to the pockets of ordinary Ghanaians, describing the move as a major step toward easing economic pressures and restoring stability. Speaking during the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Accra, the President said the gains were […]

Seven Arrested in Ghana Illegal Mining Raid
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Seven Arrested in Ghana Illegal Mining Raid

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) arrested seven individuals, including four Chinese nationals and three Ghanaians, during an operation targeting illegal mining activities along the Boin River in Ghana's Aowin District.

Akwa Ibom Rescues 44 Trafficked Ghanaians
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Akwa Ibom Rescues 44 Trafficked Ghanaians

The Akwa Ibom state government in Nigeria successfully rescued 44 trafficked Ghanaian individuals from various camps and subsequently handed them over to Ghanaian officials, reaffirming its commitment to combating organized crime.

Why Ghana must honour 98-year old Dzagbele Matilda Asante
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Why Ghana must honour 98-year old Dzagbele Matilda Asante

On 25th September, 2026, Mrs Dzagbele Matilda Asante shall celebrate her 99th birthday. Many Ghanaians cross many generations know K.B Asante but they do not know Mrs Matilda Asante eventhough she equally played a very significant role in national development.

Yes, we “eat Macroeconomics” because it is the foundation of every meal
Businessmyjoyonline1mo ago

Yes, we “eat Macroeconomics” because it is the foundation of every meal

When the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, says “we do not eat macroeconomics,” the remark may generate applause. But it does not withstand serious economic scrutiny. Ghanaians may not literally consume macroeconomic theory, but every meal on the table is shaped by it. The price of kenkey, rice, cooking oil and transport to the market are […]

At least 55 Ghanaian men killed after Russia ‘lures’ them to fight Ukraine
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At least 55 Ghanaian men killed after Russia ‘lures’ them to fight Ukraine

Reports of African men being attracted to Russia by promises of jobs and ending up on Ukraine’s frontlines have become more frequent At least 55 Ghanaians have been killed in Russia’s war with Ukraine after being “lured into battle”, Ghana’s foreign minister has said after a visit to Kyiv in which officials raised the issue of Russian recruitment of African people. Reports of African men being attracted to Russia by promises of jobs and ending up on Ukraine’s frontlines have become more frequ...

Stephen Quaye Writes: Harsh realities facing Ghanaians in Canada
Worldmyjoyonline1mo ago

Stephen Quaye Writes: Harsh realities facing Ghanaians in Canada

Everyone wants to travel to Canada or the United States of America.Everyone believes life there is easy. But what if I told you that for thousands of Ghanaians abroad, survival, not success, is the daily struggle? There is a side of migration nobody posts on social media. No filters. No airport photos. No smiling selfies […]

DVLA reviews plan to send staff abroad after public backlash
Politicsmyjoyonline1mo ago

DVLA reviews plan to send staff abroad after public backlash

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) says it is reviewing its plan to extend licensing services to Ghanaians living abroad, following public criticism over the possible use of state resources to deploy staff outside the country. In a statement issued on Wednesday, February 26, DVLA management said it had taken note of public concerns and was now considering alternative ways of delivering services to citizens in the diaspora.

Queen Asabia welcomes another Heritage Month
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Queen Asabia welcomes another Heritage Month

Queen of Highlife, Asabia Cropper, is brimming with excitement over the approach of March, a period generally regarded as Heritage Month when Ghanaians joyfully spotlight their history, traditions and culture. The well-known singer, composer and saxophonist has, in many ways, been an enduring cultural ambassador for Ghana and Africa for decades. Her dedication to the distinctive sound of Highlife and unwavering patronage of Kente stand her out as an authentic daughter of the continent.