Entertainment
Oh Joo’s Turd Talks 2.0 Returns to Accra for a Night of Stand-Up and PowerPoint Comedy
Turd Talks 2.0, a comedy show that blends stand up comedy with PowerPoint style presentations, will return to Accra on April 18, 2026 at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons in Accra.
The event organised and headlined by Oh Joo, follows a successful first edition and promises another evening of humour delivered through an unusual format where comedians present jokes using slides, visuals and mock research. The concept turns the stage into a comedic lecture hall where intelligence meets absurdity.
The line up includes Oh Joo, Jeneral Ntatia, Dr. SaaS, Ebenezer Dwomoh, Kojo PJay, Papa Yaw Ataamle, Leslie, Kwame Obed, Bernard the Magician and Clemento Suarez, each bringing their own style of creative comedy.
Organisers say Turd Talks 2.0 will deliver sharp humour, unexpected insights and memorable laughter for audiences.
Event Details
Event: Turd Talks 2.0
Date: April 18, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM (Prompt)
Venue: Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, Ridge, Accra
Tickets: 714129#
Regular: GHC150
Double: GHC250
VIP: GHC300
Comedy lovers and entertainment enthusiasts are invited to experience the show’s distinctive format live in Accra.
Sports
Desmond Amponsah launches Ghana Swimming Pathway to strengthen grassroots development
Swimming as part of aquatic sports in Ghana takes a positive twist following the introduction of Ghana Swimming Pathway project by Desmond Amponsah, the Project Lead and Interim Head of Ghana Swimming Coaches Association, with the goal dubbed, “Build Structure from Grassroots to Greatness in Ghana Swimming”.
The project, initiated in collaboration with Ghana Swimming Association (GSA), Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) and International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP), brought together several swim coaches (26) and young swimmers (22) to a two-day workshop at Achimota Senior High School on Saturday, March 7, 2026, and at University of Ghana Swimming Pool on Sunday, March 8, 2026, respectively.
Besides, the Ghana Swimming Pathway project began with series of education workshops, designed to introduce Ghanaian coaches to the principles of Long-Term Athlete Development and physical literacy.
These workshops attracted coaches from different clubs to discuss how swimming training in Ghana can move beyond early specialization and instead focus on the gradual development of skills, movement competence, and enjoyment of the sport.
These sessions, introduced coaches to concepts such as Active Start, Fundamentals, and Learn-to-Train, which emphasize age-appropriate training methods that support both performance and lifelong participation in sport.
The purpose of this initiative is to ensure every Under 12 swimmer enjoys being in the sport of swimming, and to gain support to sample through other sports as well.
Coaches are to be the drivers; driving the swimmers to their destination, and with the involvement of parents to ensure the athletes reach their full potential.
The program began with a pilot session and was first held online via Zoom on December 13, 2025.
Speaking to the media, Desmond Amponsah, GSP Project Lead said, “We are going to make sure every kid enjoys being in the sport of swimming, not just swimming but every sport you find yourself in.
“You make sure you enjoy it. Coaches are going to be the drive way; driving the swimmers to their destination, and we are also going to involve parents in this project to make sure that we all support the development of the athletes so they get to where they want to get to”.
Several swim clubs participated in this aquatic program which includes, African Sharks, Alraad Swim School, Ghana BlueFins Swim Club, Gh Dolphins, Jay Swim and Fitness Club, Legon Sharks, Marlins Swim Club, Swim Right, and Tema Seals.
Coaches have expressed gratitude for the opportunity to align their training methods with internationally recognized development models.
According to them, this program provides practical tools that can progressively improve the way young swimmers are trained in Ghana.
Meanwhile, Ghana is set to host the Africa Aquatics in May this year as over 40 African countries will arrive in the country to compete in several events at the Aquatic Complex in Borteyman, Accra.
Ghana Volleyball Shines at 2026 CAVB Zone III Championship
Ghana’s growing influence in regional volleyball was firmly underlined following the impressive performances of Ghana Army Volleyball Club and Kalibi Volleyball Club at the 2026 CAVB Zone III Volleyball Club Championship, hosted at the Borteyman Sports Complex from 1st to 10th March, 2026.
The championship, staged in Accra, brought together 32 top volleyball clubs from seven West African countries, marking a historic level of participation in African club volleyball.
The tournament showcased high-quality competition while highlighting the steady growth of the sport in Ghana.
On the court, Ghanaian clubs dominated the competition. Ghana Army Volleyball Club secured the men’s title after defeating Nigeria Customs Volleyball Club in straight sets (25–21, 25–21, 25–23).
In the women’s division, Kalibi Volleyball Club delivered a commanding performance, beating Vipers Volleyball Club of Nigeria 3–0 (25–15, 25–16, 25–13) to claim the championship.
The historic scale of the championship also attracted several high-profile dignitaries. Among them was the President of the Confederation of African Volleyball, Bouchra Hajij, whose presence underscored the significance of the event for volleyball development across Africa.
The tournament also received strong support from the Government of Ghana and key sporting institutions. Professor Francis Dodoo attended on behalf of the Chief of Staff, while the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, was present to show government support for the sport.
Other dignitaries included the President of the Ghana Olympic Committee, Richard Akpokavie, and the Director-General of the National Sports Authority, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah. Senior officers and generals from various Ghanaian security services also attended to grace the occasion and demonstrate their support for the championship.
Speaking at the event, Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams, commended the progress made by Ghana volleyball and highlighted the government’s commitment to sustainable sports development through the Sports Fund.
“We are impressed with the exploits of Ghana volleyball. It is the President’s commitment to meaningfully support the growth of all sports in the country, which is why the Sports Fund was established to provide sustainable support for sports development,” said Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams.
Despite these successes, stakeholders emphasize that greater corporate investment will be critical to sustaining volleyball’s growth. Increased sponsorship, stronger club support, and expanded grassroots development are essential to help Ghana consistently compete at the highest levels in Africa.
With improving infrastructure, a rising pool of talented players, and successful international competitions such as the Zone III Championship, Ghana is steadily positioning itself as one of the emerging powerhouses of volleyball in West Africa.
Business
Telecel CEO: “We Haven’t Taken Over AT Ghana, Only Supporting Their Network”
The Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Ghana, Patricia Obo-Nai, says the company has not taken over the operations of AT Ghana, clarifying that its current role is limited to providing network capacity support.
Speaking on the Super Morning Show on Joy FM, she explained that the intervention followed a request from government to help stabilize AT’s network operations.
According to her, Telecel Ghana stepped in quickly to support the operator by making its network infrastructure available to improve service for AT customers.
“Government asked us to step in and provide network capacity to AT, so we immediately started by preparing the networks which was done by engineers from both sides. So till date that’s what we are doing,” she said.
Mrs. Obo-Nai noted that the arrangement involves technical collaboration between engineers from both companies to ensure AT customers continue to receive reliable network services.
She stressed that Telecel Ghana’s involvement does not amount to a takeover of AT Ghana, but rather a support mechanism aimed at maintaining connectivity while broader decisions about the operator’s future are addressed.
The clarification comes amid ongoing public discussions about the operational status of AT Ghana and the role of other telecom operators in supporting the company’s network services.
Telecel Ghana and AT Ghana are among the telecommunications companies operating in the country, providing mobile and data services to millions of subscribers nationwide.