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Radio Volunteer Builds East FM Over 18 Years
Community HeroesMar 7

Radio Volunteer Builds East FM Over 18 Years

Michael Rowse spent nearly two decades building a community radio station from the ground up—all as a volunteer. His daily dedication transformed Howick Village Radio into East FM, connecting neighbors and launching careers along the way.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
Ghana Radio Station Launches Quarterly Show for Young Founders
Acts of KindnessApr 26

Ghana Radio Station Launches Quarterly Show for Young Founders

Hitz FM in Ghana just created a new program connecting young entrepreneurs with successful business mentors. The quarterly show gives small business owners a platform their stories rarely get.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana's Joy FM Big Workout Brings 5,000 Together Jan 31
Acts of KindnessJan 26

Ghana's Joy FM Big Workout Brings 5,000 Together Jan 31

Ghana's largest free fitness festival returns January 31, bringing together corporate workers, radio personalities, and fitness enthusiasts for a predawn health celebration. Joy FM hosts are trading microphones for water bottles to sweat alongside thousands at University of Ghana Stadium.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana's Joy FM Kicks Off Big Workout With 14.7km Walk
SportsJan 25

Ghana's Joy FM Kicks Off Big Workout With 14.7km Walk

Two Multimedia Group executives walked nearly 15 kilometers to launch Ghana's biggest corporate fitness event. The January 31 workout brings together companies, families, and communities for a morning of health and connection.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana's Big Workout Brings Thousands to Streets for Fitness
Health & WellnessJan 31

Ghana's Big Workout Brings Thousands to Streets for Fitness

Hundreds of Ghanaians swapped their weekday routines for sneakers and hit the streets of Accra for Joy FM's annual fitness celebration. The event has grown into one of Ghana's largest wellness gatherings, proving that making health fun brings communities together.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana Radio Station Takes Listeners on Safari Adventure
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Ghana Radio Station Takes Listeners on Safari Adventure

JOY FM is swapping studio time for campfires, taking lucky listeners on a three-day nature escape to celebrate Ghana Month. The trip brings radio hosts and fans together for kayaking, wildlife watching, and storytelling under the stars.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Minnesota Launches Music Conference to Boost Local Artists
Daily MixJul 16

Minnesota Launches Music Conference to Boost Local Artists

Celebrity Hitz TV and the University of Minnesota are creating the Midwest's first major music industry conference to help regional artists break into global markets. The April 2027 event will connect talented local musicians with the tools and networks they need to succeed.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana Radio Pastor Earns US Doctorate in Global Mission
Community HeroesMay 13

Ghana Radio Pastor Earns US Doctorate in Global Mission

Rev. Jonathan Asiedu-Otibu, beloved Joy FM radio pastor from Ghana's early 2000s, just earned his doctorate from a top Massachusetts seminary. His groundbreaking research is reshaping how we understand immigrant faith leaders in the modern world.

Myjoyonline Ghana3 min read
Kumasi Restaurant Hosts Valentine's for Singles and Couples
Acts of KindnessFeb 11

Kumasi Restaurant Hosts Valentine's for Singles and Couples

A Kumasi restaurant is making sure no one feels left out this Valentine's Day with special packages for singles, couples, and families. The Crush Smoothies and Juice Bar teams up with Luv FM for a night of live music, food, and fun at their Boadi Junction location.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Kenya Journalist Joins Environmental Reporting Leadership
Acts of KindnessMar 30

Kenya Journalist Joins Environmental Reporting Leadership

Capital FM journalist Bruhan Makong has been elected to lead Kenya's Environment Science Journalists Association, joining a new team committed to making climate and conservation stories accessible to everyone. The organization helps ensure vital environmental issues reach the public in clear, understandable ways.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Community Radio Gives Rural Indian Women a Voice in Decisions
Acts of KindnessFeb 11

Community Radio Gives Rural Indian Women a Voice in Decisions

In villages across Haryana and Rajasthan, women who once sat silent in community meetings are now shaping village decisions, thanks to a grassroots radio station that's broadcasting their concerns and amplifying their voices. Community Radio Connect FM 107.8 is transforming how rural communities share information and who gets to participate.

The Better India3 min read
Perth Hills Radio Finds New Dial Home at 88.9FM
SolutionsFeb 21

Perth Hills Radio Finds New Dial Home at 88.9FM

A volunteer-run community radio station in Perth's hills is turning a frequency change into an opportunity. Kalamunda Community Radio says its new spot at 88.9FM will actually make it easier for listeners to find them.

ABC Australia2 min read
Gospel Singer Receives Mystery Monthly Support Since 2017
Acts of KindnessApr 28

Gospel Singer Receives Mystery Monthly Support Since 2017

A Ghanaian gospel musician has received anonymous monthly financial support for eight years, including rent payments, without asking. Yaw Siki says the faithful donations began after he left the music industry to focus on prayer and ministry.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana Designer: I Planned My Success From Day One
Community HeroesApr 27

Ghana Designer: I Planned My Success From Day One

Oheneba Yaw Boamah built a celebrated menswear brand by making intentional choices from secondary school through today. His message to young entrepreneurs: stop waiting for luck and start positioning yourself for the career you want.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
24 Ghana Schools Advance in Academic Excellence Quiz
Daily MixMar 13

24 Ghana Schools Advance in Academic Excellence Quiz

Twenty-four primary schools in Ghana's Ashanti Region have earned their spot in the quarterfinals of a regional quiz competition that celebrates young students' academic achievements. Reigning champions Matta Devi School led the pack with an impressive 59 points.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Yoruba Radio Show Connects Lead Poisoning Story to Community
SolutionsFeb 22

Yoruba Radio Show Connects Lead Poisoning Story to Community

A journalist brought his lead contamination investigation to Yoruba-speaking residents through their local radio station, sparking an overwhelming response. Community members called in to share their own stories of health impacts and dying factory workers.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
8 Ghana Schools Reach Quiz Semifinals After Fierce Battle
SportsMar 26

8 Ghana Schools Reach Quiz Semifinals After Fierce Battle

Young students across Ghana's Ashanti Region just proved that academic excellence is alive and thriving. Eight primary schools have earned their way into the semifinals of a prestigious quiz competition that's celebrating student brilliance.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
IEEE Contest Connects 2 Billion People to the Internet
SolutionsMay 12

IEEE Contest Connects 2 Billion People to the Internet

Nearly 3 in 10 people worldwide still can't access the internet for basic needs like shopping or paying bills. A tech program is changing that by finding and funding innovators who bring connectivity to remote villages.

IEEE Spectrum2 min read
Ghana University Builds Flood Tech and Low-Cost Ventilators
Acts of KindnessJun 10

Ghana University Builds Flood Tech and Low-Cost Ventilators

Students at Ghana's Academic City University are solving real problems with innovation, from developing flood management technology to building ventilators during COVID-19. Now graduates are being challenged to lead Africa's next wave of ethical, tech-driven transformation.

AllAfrica - Innovation3 min read
Missing Texas Man, 63, Found Safe After Community Search
Global NewsMay 5

Missing Texas Man, 63, Found Safe After Community Search

A 63-year-old man who disappeared in Donna, Texas has been reunited with his family after a swift community search. Cenobio Trejo was found safe and taken for medical evaluation.

Google: lost found reunited2 min read

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