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Weak death records and poor health data systems threaten timely healthcare in Africa – WHOOnly 19 of 40 countries assessed notify authorities of at least 80% of deaths, raising concerns about the ability of health systems to identify preventable mortality and respond to emerging health risks.MyJoyOnline
Kenya calls for African-led health data systems as 51 countries gather in NairobiMore than 300 participants are attending the First Africa Health Data Forum, where African governments and partners are discussing how to strengthen health information systems, improve data use and accelerate progress towards universal health coverage.MyJoyOnline
Carrick sacked as Manchester United head coachCarrick departs less than six months after signing a two-year contract having overseen the club's worst-ever start to a Premier League season with United in the relegation zone after picking up one win in 10 matches.MyJoyOnline
17-year-old charged with murder over killing of Ghanaian teenager Javits Frimpong in New YorkA 17-year-old has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Ghanaian boy Javits Frimpong in the Bronx, New York. The New York Police Department (NYPD) said detectives arrested the suspect on Wednesday morning and took him to the 42nd Precinct for questioning before charging him with murder. Javits was shot in the stomach near Crotona Park on October 29, 2026. Police officers rushed him to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The suspect's identity has not been released because he is a minor. The NYPD says it is still searching for other people who may have been connected to the shooting. Javits' father, Thomas Frimpong, said he was relieved that a suspect had been charged. Speaking emotionally at a press conference on Wednesday, he recalled that he was at work when he received news that his son had been shot.MyJoyOnline
Russia-Ukraine talks turn to post-war security but end without breakthroughTrilateral talks in Abu Dhabi between Russia, Ukraine and the US aimed at ending the war in Ukraine have concluded after a second day.MyJoyOnline
Judge allows Trump’s $10bn defamation case against BBC to proceedA federal judge in Florida has allowed US President Donald Trump's defamation case against the BBC to go ahead after the broadcaster sought to dismiss it.MyJoyOnline
Meghan’s father back in federal custody after allegedly removing ankle monitorThomas Markle, the father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is back in federal custody in Florida after allegedly removing his ankle monitor, according to court documents.MyJoyOnline
Obuasi SHTS sexual abuse probe 85% complete; evidence points to prosecution – Education MinisterThe Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, says investigations into the sexual abuse allegations involving female students of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) are 85 per cent complete, with evidence gathered so far pointing to a prima facie case for prosecution.MyJoyOnline
UN and global health leaders declare climate change a health pandemic as 2026 temperatures hit record highsGlobal climate leaders and meteorological authorities declared on November 9, 2026, that relentless greenhouse gas emissions and an "off-the-charts" El Niño event have officially transformed the climate emergency into a global health crisis of pandemic proportions.MyJoyOnline
Samuel Ayeh accuses NPP of campaign of vendetta against Foreign Affairs Minister AblakwaA presidential aide, Samuel Ayeh, has accused the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of pursuing a campaign of vendetta and character assassination against Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. He said allegations raised by the NPP’s National Communications Director, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, and members of the Minority Caucus in Parliament were part of a broader effort to discredit the Minister. Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse, Mr Ayeh linked the alleged campaign to the Minister’s role in the NPP’s defeat in the 2024 general elections. "This whole agenda and press conference held by my good brother Miracles and the members of the Minority are part of a grand scheme of a campaign of vendetta and character assassination targeted against the Foreign Minister because in their view he was very instrumental in their defeat in 2024," he said.MyJoyOnline
NPP alleges Ablakwa knew of passport scheme before its exposureThe New Patriotic Party (NPP) has accused Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa of having prior knowledge of alleged irregularities in the issuance of Ghanaian passports, questioning his claim that he was unaware of the activities within the Ministry. The party’s National Communications Director, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, made the allegation at a press conference on Monday, November 9, 2026, alongside members of the Minority Caucus in Parliament. He questioned how the Minister could establish that no Diplomatic Passports had been implicated in the alleged scheme while maintaining that he had no prior knowledge of the activities. "How did the Minister know that there were no diplomatic passports if he claims he has no knowledge of the scheme? A scheme that is being orchestrated under your blind side, as you claim, by people within your ministry, which you are only getting to know after we brought it to the fore," he said.MyJoyOnline
Trump says immigration crackdown was ‘too tough’ and played part in midterms defeatUS President Donald Trump has said his immigration crackdown was "too tough", marking one of his clearest public retreats from a defining plank of his political agenda, following his party's drubbing in the midterm elections.MyJoyOnline
Seven dead and more than 100 injured after trains collide in EgyptAt least seven people have died in a train crash near the Egyptian city At least seven people have died in a train crash near the Egyptian city of Giza, with more than 100 injured.MyJoyOnline
Ghana’s WEAR Ghana and Republic of Africa emerge winners at CANEX Creative Pitch 2026Ghanaian creative entrepreneur Awura Abena Agyeman has emerged victorious at the CANEX Creative Pitch 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria, following a presentation on the journey of WEAR Ghana and its evolution into the pan-African cultural enterprise, Republic of Africa.MyJoyOnline
Hawa Koomson warns against shielding Obuasi SHTS headmaster in alleged sexual assault caseThe National Women's Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mavis Hawa Koomson, has cautioned traditional, political and religious leaders against interfering with investigations into alleged sexual assaults involving the Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School, Abdulai Zakaria.MyJoyOnline
Tanzanian opposition leader found guilty of incitementTanzania's main opposition leader, Tundu Lissu, has been found guilty of incitement in a case that has raised concerns about political freedoms in the East African country.MyJoyOnline
James Barnor named recipient of Sony World Photography Awards 2027 honourGhanaian photographer James Barnor has been named recipient of the Outstanding Contribution to Photography award at the 2027 Sony World Photography Awards. The announcement marks the 20th edition of the awards, which celebrate photographers from around the world and recognise their contributions to the medium. Recognised as Ghana’s first photojournalist, Barnor documented the country’s journey […]MyJoyOnline
Mother and daughter die after suspected grizzly bear attack in CanadaA mother and daughter have died after a suspected grizzly bear attack in the Canadian province of British Columbia, their family has announced.MyJoyOnline
CHOGM: King Charles describes slave trade as shameful chapter of historyKing Charles III of the United Kingdom and Head of the Commonwealth has described the slave trade as a shameful chapter of human history.MyJoyOnline
UK national tests positive for Ebola virus in DR CongoA British national who is in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for Ebola, the UK government has confirmed.MyJoyOnline
Secret police files released in Hungary, 37 years after fall of communismHungary has opened communist-era secret police files to the public, in a controversial move the government says will help Hungarian society heal itself from the traumas of 45 years of communist rule.MyJoyOnline
NAIMOS only embarks on lawful arrests, but it may go offensive where necessary – Paa Kwesi SchandorfThe Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has said the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) does not embark on operations with aggression but may take decisive action to protect its officers when faced with imminent threats.MyJoyOnline
ANC under pressure to reverse South Africa declineSouth Africans are voting in highly contested local elections likely to see a haemorrhaging of votes for the country's biggest party, the African National Congress (ANC).MyJoyOnline
You built the road, you paid the contractor; now pay to walk on itOn Sunday, 1 November, the state switched on its cameras above the asphalt. Within hours, TraffiTech-GH dominated every radio phone-in show and trotro station argument in Accra. Drivers debated automated speed tickets and DVLA text alerts.MyJoyOnline
Traffictech system will only operate on roads with speed limit notifications – NRSAThe National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) says its Traffictech system will only be deployed on roads where speed limits are clearly displayed, to avoid penalising motorists for the failure of authorities to provide the necessary road infrastructure.MyJoyOnline
Abu Jinapor escorted out of Parliament after refusing to withdraw passport allegation against AblakwaThe Member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, was escorted out of Parliament’s Chamber by a Parliamentary Marshal after refusing to withdraw an allegation that Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa was involved in the sale of diplomatic passports. The November 3, incident occurred during the first sitting of Parliament’s Third Meeting of the […]MyJoyOnline
NAPO urges journalists to work without fear of violence, intimidationFormer running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) ,Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has called for stronger action against impunity for crimes targeting journalists, warning that Ghana is increasingly sliding into a situation were media practitioners face threats and intimidation without accountability.MyJoyOnline
Black Maidens return home after FIFA U-17 World Cup performance in MoroccoThe team arrived in Ghana on Monday following their quarter-final exit against Japan, ending a brave and inspiring campaign that saw Ghana finish among the top eight teams in the world.MyJoyOnline
Two Techiman SHS teachers granted bail following arrest over student assaultThe two teachers of Techiman Senior High School arrested over the viral assault of a 17-year-old Form 3 student have been granted bail by the Bono East Regional Police Command.MyJoyOnline
Two Techiman SHS teachers granted bail after viral assault of Form 3 studentThe two teachers of Techiman Senior High School arrested over the viral assault of a 17-year-old Form 3 student have been granted bail by the Bono East Regional Police Command.MyJoyOnline
Ebola: Ghana to Monitor travellers from affected countries for 21 daysThe Ministry of Health has announced new screening and monitoring measures for passengers arriving at Ghana’s international airports amid an ongoing outbreak of Ebola Disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus in some African countries.MyJoyOnline
Popular Australian children’s author jailed over child exploitation offencesAustralian children's author Craig Silvey has been sentenced to seven months in jail for possessing and distributing child exploitation material.MyJoyOnline
Uganda begins withdrawing troops from Somalia after 20 yearsUganda has begun withdrawing its troops from Somalia after nearly two decades of military involvement in the country.MyJoyOnline
Ryanair says it may freeze workers’ pay and raise airfaresRyanair is considering a temporary wage freeze for staff and confirmed airfares will be "materially higher" next summer because of a sharp rise in fuel costs following the US-Israel war with Iran.MyJoyOnline
Russian strikes cut power to thousands in Ukraine as Kherson ceasefire to endA rare humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine's Kherson region, that has allowed civilians to evacuate the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky, is due to end on Sunday night.MyJoyOnline
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill eight including child, hospitals sayIsraeli strikes in Gaza have killed at least eight people, including a child, according to hospitals, despite a year-old ceasefire.MyJoyOnline
Judge orders Trump administration to stop threatening US election officialsA federal judge has ordered the federal government to stop threatening local and state election officials with criminal charges over their role in processing election ballots.MyJoyOnline
Inusah Fuseini says NPP’s suit on presidential term limit is needlessFormer Tamale Central MP, Inusah Fuseini, says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) does not need to seek a Supreme Court interpretation of the constitutional provisions governing presidential term limits, arguing that the 1992 Constitution already provides a clear restriction.MyJoyOnline
Inusah Fuseini urges Mahama to reject 3rd term bid even if Supreme Court allows itFormer Tamale Central MP, Inusah Fuseini, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to rule out any attempt to seek a third presidential term, even if the Supreme Court interprets the 1992 Constitution as allowing such a possibility.MyJoyOnline
Liverpool overcome Chelsea in tense penalty shootoutLiverpool knocked out Chelsea on penalties to book their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals as Xabi Alonso and Jordan Henderson fell to a comeback on their return to Anfield.MyJoyOnline