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Yendi Senior High School's journey to the NSMQ national championship took an unexpected turn, leaving many wondering how they secured their spot.

Yendi Senior High School has secured a place at the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) National Championship after capitalising on a second

Discover how Wesley Girls' High School navigated the preliminary stage of the NSMQ 2026 and what it means for their journey in the competition.

Wesley Girls' High School faced SIMMS SHS and Nkwatia Presby SHS in a crucial Preliminary Stage contest of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz.

Discover how two recent fire incidents in the Eastern Region have brought fire safety to the forefront of public discussion.

Two separate fire outbreaks in Ghana's Eastern Region have raised concerns about fire safety. These incidents affected both residential and

An evening journey on the Cape Coast-Takoradi Highway took a sudden, tragic turn, leaving many questions about road safety and driver vigilance.

A tragic road crash occurred on the Cape Coast-Takoradi Highway involving a commercial vehicle and a parked truck. Authorities are investigating the

A motorbike accident couldn't stop two determined BECE candidates - but what other challenges are students facing?

In Nkwanta South, two BECE candidates were involved in a motorbike accident on their way to write their exams. The incident has highlighted the challenges students in the municipality are facing - but what could this mean for education in the region?

The Transport Ministry is set to respond to the NPP's scrutiny over a major railway acquisition-what details will they reveal?

Ghana's Transport Ministry is preparing to address concerns raised by the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) regarding the government's recent

Will all freshers find their places as the new term begins amid placement hurdles?

Thousands of first-year students are set to report to Senior High Schools across Ghana today, September 18, 2026, for the new academic year.

Will Ghana's education and energy systems hold under mounting pressure - and what role should external actors play?

JoyNews' Newsfile on Saturday examines SHS placement gaps, ECG's PSP, PUWU's World Bank dispute, and SOE governance.

Online blackmail of kids is up - is Ghana doing enough to protect them?

Ghana is seeing an increase in online crimes against children, including blackmail and the sharing of indecent images. Other countries are responding with legislation to protect children online- but where does Ghana stand?

Over 160 students gained new skills to combat unemployment - but what does this mean for Ghana's future workforce?

The Yamfo College of Health TEIN chapter empowered students with vocational skills. This initiative aims to help students navigate the challenges of unemployment after school - but what skills did they learn?

Nineteen BECE supervisors and invigilators have been arrested - but what did they do, and where?

WAEC has apprehended 19 supervisors and invigilators across six regions for alleged examination malpractice during the ongoing BECE - raising concerns about the integrity of the examination process. The Ministry of Education has issued stern warnings to stakeholders, hinting at severe consequences for those found complicit.

The Vice-Chancellor of UG says calling African languages 'vernacular' is an affront to culture - but why does it matter?

University of Ghana Vice-Chancellor - Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo - addressed the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences on the use of African languages. She argues that the term 'vernacular' is derogatory and marginalizes African ways of knowing- but what impact does this have?

A diplomatic disagreement has erupted between Ghana and South Africa over the circumstances surrounding a Ghanaian national's death.

South Africa has rejected Ghana's claim that a Ghanaian national was killed during anti-immigrant demonstrations in Cape Town. This dispute raises

As the Joy FM Back-to-School Fair concludes, what last-minute opportunities are shoppers seizing before the doors close?

The Joy FM Back-to-School Discount Fair in Accra is drawing large crowds of parents, guardians, and students on its final day. Shoppers are taking

Is Ghana's education system truly developing its youth, or merely sorting them through an examination pipeline?

Ghana's education system faces scrutiny over its heavy reliance on high-stakes examinations like BECE and WASSCE. Critics argue this approach

Invigilators arrested during BECE in Bono Region - what could have led to this?

Two invigilators have been arrested in the Bono Region during the ongoing Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The arrests raise concerns about the integrity of the examination process - but what exactly transpired?

What led to the arrest of two teachers from Obuasi SHTS and their subsequent court appearance?

Two teachers from Obuasi Senior High Technical School have been remanded by the Obuasi Circuit Court following allegations of inciting students.

Minister Tia's address covered key sectors - but what advancements will residents find most impactful?

North East Regional Minister Ibrahim Tia addressed the Government Accountability Series in Nalerigu. He highlighted progress across infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, security, and economic growth in the region - but what does this mean for residents?