Six sisters from Missouri, USA, have been verified to have the highest combined age of six living siblings. The overall sisters range in age from 88 to 101, combining for a total of 571 years 293 days and counting. The oldest, Norma, now lives in Ohio, while the other five – Lorene, Maxine, Doris, Margaret and Elma – still reside in …

The General Secretary of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL) has expressed disappointment in their representatives on the board overseeing the sale of four Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) hotels. “Our representatives have failed us, and yesterday I said at the press conference that Organized Labour, we’ve lost the battle,” Abraham Koomson said. “But fortunately, the MPs saw …

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Bole, Yusif Sulemana has intensified calls for action against ongoing serial killings in his constituency. According to him, the Interior Minister, Henry Quartey, must put in place measures to end the recent serial killings. He stated that the serial killings have gradually resulted in a self-imposed curfew, causing people to sleep early due to …

Over 61,000 aggrieved customers of Gold Coast Fund Management, now known as Black Shield, are calling on the Government of Ghana to restore their investments and urging GN Bank and Gold Coast to help them retrieve their funds. The affected customers claim that the government owes the investment firm, originally led by Dr. Paa Kwesi Nduom, a debt that has …

The Ministry of Health has responded to the strike notice issued by the Medical Laboratory Professional Workers’ Union (MELPWU), which is set to begin on Monday, 17th June 2024, to press for approval and implementation of their proposed Conditions of Service. The Ministry has acknowledged the concerns raised by MELPWU and has appealed for continued negotiations to address outstanding issues. …

A 16-year-old girl has been arrested by the Mankessim Police in the Central Region for allegedly setting her boyfriend’s room ablaze. It is reported that her actions followed an argument with her boyfriend. According to reports, the 16-year-old visited her boyfriend at his corn mill shop to demand money. The boyfriend reportedly refused to give her money because she had …

Tomato traders in major markets like Mallam Atta Market in Accra, Techiman in Bono East Region, and the Northern Region are struggling with the high cost of purchasing tomatoes. They say the recent increase in prices has nearly put them out of business. JoyNews’ Semefa Kpesu visited Mallam Atta Market and found four pieces of tomatoes selling for GH¢20. Traders …

By: MENSAH MAXWELL Last Saturday marked a day of spiritual rejuvenation and fellowship as the Anglican Men’s Fellowship celebrated their annual week-long celebration, culminating in a retreat Congress at the Tema Manhea Saint Mary’s Virgin Anglican Church in the Tema Diocese. The event, themed ‘Follow me and I will make you the fishers of men’, drew Tens of participants from …

Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng (RTD), the former CEO of UT Holdings and founder of the PK Amoabeng Leadership Foundation, has raised concerns over the nation’s leadership. He is calling for the emergence of resilient and visionary leaders to propel Ghana to greater heights. Highlighting the flaws and ineffectiveness of the current leadership, he advocates for a new direction characterised by …

Vice President and New Patriotic Party flagbearer for the election 2024, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has said the 2024 polls should be focused on solution-oriented ideas and policies rather than divisions based on religion or ethnicity. Speaking at the Eid-Ul-Adha celebration at the forecourt of the State House, Dr Bawumia highlighted the importance of preserving the country’s religious harmony. “Ghana is …