Cameroon bans reports on President Biya’s health
The Cameroonian authorities have banned the media from discussing the health of President Paul Biya, following rumours of his death. Interior Minister Paul Atanga Nji told regional governors that these stories “disturb the tranquillity of Cameroonians”. “Any debate in the media about the president’s condition is therefore strictly prohibited,” he insisted, threatening that “offenders will […]
Ghana launches EPPIC initiative to combat plastic pollution and protect public health
Story By: Joyce Gyekye Ghana is benefiting from a global action initiative, End Plastic Pollution International Collaboration, (EPPIC) to address the plastic menace that threatens the country in the areas of public health, loss of income for fishers, climate change through air pollution and biodiversity loss. EPPIC, which is being led by the International Union […]
BasicNeeds-Ghana marks Mental Health Day with personnel of Ghana Prisons Service
A forum has been held for personnel of the Ghana Prisons Service to sensitise them on issues of mental health and how to manage work-related stress. It was also to create a supportive environment where personnel could openly discuss mental health concerns and seek support. It was organised by BasicNeeds-Ghana, a non-government organisation, as part […]
ECOWAS deliberates over 2050 visibility campaigns across member states
By Alex Adi As part of efforts to raise awareness and document key success stories based on the programmes envisaged in ECOWAS Vision 2050, the Directorate of Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, in collaboration with the Directorate of Communication, brought together the communication focal points of ECOWAS Directorates, Agencies, and Institutions at a two day […]
From heroes to underdogs, Ghana’s footballing crisis: Where did it go wrong?
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Black Stars of Ghana find themselves at a critical juncture, their path to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) fraught with unexpected challenges and mounting pressure. The once-mighty team, renowned for its prowess on the African continent, is now grappling with the harsh reality of a qualification campaign that […]
Bolt Driver’s honesty wins praise and rewards: Albert Quansah’s Story
Story by Eric Crentsil Albert Quansah, a Bolt driver in Ghana, has captured the hearts of many with his extraordinary display of honesty after a passenger mistakenly transferred GHS 38,600 to his mobile money account. His selfless act has not only earned him the appreciation of the public but also recognition from Bolt, which rewarded […]
