Stories about Ghana
Combating disinformation ahead of Ghana’s December elections
Ghanaian politicians are leveraging social media to misinform and sway public opinion, even paying influencers to promote their agendas. Some media literacy activists hope to stop them.
The troubling connections between ‘politically exposed persons’ and Chinese companies within Ghana's fisheries sector
Documents from 25 fishing companies authorized to operate in Ghana over the last five years revealed that not a single director or shareholder had disclosed their 'politically exposed person' status.
Survey launches to attract women journalists for training fellowships in Burkina Faso, Senegal and Togo
Coverage by past fellows has had huge success among local African audiences, with some of the journalists winning major awards.
Why media literacy matters now more than ever: Insights from the third African media convention held in Ghana
"West Africa is the region most targeted by disinformation campaigns, accounting for nearly 40 percent of documented cases on the continent."
Ghanaians debate online about the rights of a 16-year-old girl married to a 63-year-old traditional priest
[D]ata reveals that 23 girls get married every minute worldwide, and a girl gets married every two seconds. In Ghana, nearly 1 in 5 girls is married before the age of 18.
13th time’s a charm? African Games close in Ghana
The thirteenth African Games were held in Accra, Ghana amidst the economic and logistical challenges of the host country. A few wins and milestones were achieved.
Ghana’s economy and food security policies: Lessons from Operation Feed Yourself
In February 1972, under the leadership of Ignatius Kutu Acheampong, the Ghanaian government initiated the Operation Feed Yourself policy, an agricultural program designed to boost domestic food crop production.
Human rights activists appeal to Ghana's president to reject anti-LGBTQ+ bill passed by parliament
"This bill represents a real danger to our country, and we are looking to the president to uphold the values of our country and constitution."
Ghanaians’ reactions to the UK loaning back treasures it looted from them
"... a staggering 90 percent of African cultural property is currently housed in European museums. Calls for the repatriation of these stolen artifacts displayed in Western museums have intensified ..."
Can a third political party realistically compete and thrive in Ghana?
The multi-party system is enshrined in Ghana's constitution through the Political Parties Act 574, established in 2000. Nevertheless, the political scene is primarily dominated by two parties: the National Democratic Congress and the New Patriotic Party.
The spirited competition between Ghanaians and Nigerians continues to fuel greatness among its citizens
Data from Guinness World Record revealed that since July 2023, there have been a total of 355 applications from individuals in Ghana alone, and a 1,500 applications from Nigerians ...
A movement is growing across Africa and diaspora demanding reparations for the impacts of slavery and colonialism
"The demand for reparations is not an attempt to rewrite history or to continue the cycle of victimization. It's a call to recognize the undeniable truth and rewrite the wrongs ..."
Silencing the press: Threats, violence, and injustices against journalists in Ghana
The disconcerting pattern of incursions into media facilities, often involving armed intruders, vandalization of studio equipment, forceful interference with broadcasts, and the intimidation and assault of hosts and guests, has been closely monitored from 2014 to 2023.
Research exposes plantation giant Socfin's role in deforestation and displacement of Indigenous communities in Nigeria and Ghana
Greenpeace Media has cautioned that the Group’s steadfast resistance to adopting the industry’s zero-deforestation standard poses a significant and looming threat to the forests of West Africa.
Unraveling the crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights in several African countries
It is crucial to foster a nuanced understanding of LGBTQ+ rights advocacy that respects cultural diversity while upholding the principles of human rights and equality.
Why Ghanaian women are struggling to breastfeed their babies for the recommended six months
" ... [T]he promotion of breastfeeding isn't just a decision; it's one of the most astute investments a nation can undertake to construct its forthcoming prosperity.'
No one left behind: promoting the Indigenous languages of Ghana
Discover the efforts of Mohammed Kamal-Deen Fuseini, a language digital activist committed to promoting indigenous languages in Ghana. Through Wikimedia projects, he champions the visibility of the Gurene language in digital realms.
Fighting violent extremism in the Sahel and West Africa: A real challenge for religious leaders
Although the state bears the primary responsibility for protecting populations, it seems equally crucial to regard religious leaders as “strong partners in the prevention and incitement of criminal atrocities.
Benin national park becomes insurgent group safe haven
Although once spared, Benin is now bearing the brunt of the Jihadist terrorism infiltrating from the north and using a national park as its base.
How the Black Star Line Festival and hip-hop could further accelerate more dynamic Pan-Africanism
The festival was not just paying homage to Garvey by christening itself to his shipping company, it was embodying his teachings and fulfilling his legacy of unifying African people by beckoning U.S. artists to Africa and sowing the seeds of cultural exchange.
Alhassan Alidu is uplifting the Moore language by bringing it online
As the executive director of the Moore Wikimedia Community, Alhassan is providing Moore with a digital platform that exists in the face of dominating Western media and languages.
