Ebenezer Afanyi Dadzie is a journalist based in Accra, Ghana. He has nearly two decades of experience in Ghana’s Media landscape in his early 40s. With an experience that spans radio, television and online journalism, he’s developed passion for writing about politics, governance, social issues, ...

Citi TV to embark on COVID-19 Awareness Campaign with mobile vans

08 Apr 2020  |  Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana  |  English  |  Media Campaign

Citi TV in Ghana is launching a COVID-19 awareness campaign using mobile vans to educate communities in Accra starting April 9, 2020. The initiative, led by Managing Director Samuel Attah-Mensah, aims to complement government efforts in public health education. Ghana's COVID-19 cases stand at 313 with six deaths and three recoveries. The campaign addresses gaps in public understanding of health protocols and aims to prevent non-compliance with social distancing and lockdown measures. The government is conducting mass testing, and the President has extended the border closure by two weeks.

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Melissa Amezcua is a journalist based in Mexico City. Experienced in breaking news, gender, migration, human rights and culture and around the globe. Have covered international events. Delivers work on time and verified.

Abject Lessons

08 Aug 2018  |  popula.com  |  English  |  Economic Development

The article discusses the challenges faced by Ghanaian education, particularly through the lens of Francis, a former teacher who now manages an organic farm. It critiques the content of social studies textbooks that blame Ghana's poverty on cultural factors and a 'dependency mentality,' while downplaying the impacts of colonialism and neoliberal economic policies. The narrative highlights the contradictions in these educational materials and the broader implications for Ghana's national identity and development. Francis's personal story underscores the tension between teaching for exams and fostering critical thinking and leadership in students.

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Daniel Abugre Anyorigya is a multimedia journalist, wikipedian and environmentalist.

Strengthening Sustainable Land Management in Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from Northern Ghana Workshops

24 Nov 2023  |  Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana  |  English  |  Cultural Norms in Agriculture

A consortium of German and African research projects, funded by the BMBF, is developing a blueprint for Sustainable Land Management (SLM) in sub-Saharan Africa, with a focus on ecological, economic, and social aspects, including gender equity. Two workshops were held in Northern Ghana at the UDS campus, organized by INTERFACES, COINS, and DecLaRe projects. These workshops aimed to address land use challenges, promote participatory learning, and develop a gender-responsive theory of change. Key issues discussed included land access for women, legal frameworks, climate change, and soil degradation. Traditional authorities' roles in land distribution were also examined, with insights from local chiefs. The workshops also included field visits to showcase successful agricultural interventions. Stakeholders emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to food security, ecological integrity, equitable resource access, and effective conflict resolution. Recommendations included comprehensive land-use planning, formalizing land tenancy, and changing local norms to support sustainable land management.

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West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) Supporting Pathways for Sustainable Land Management in Africa (INTERFACES) Co-developing Innovations for Sustainable Land Management in West African Smallholder Farming Systems (COINS) Decision Support for Strengthening Resilience in the Face of Global Challenges (DecLaRe) SD Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) German Institute for Development and Sustainability (IDOS) Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences (H-BRS)

Seth Bokpe is an investigative journalist focusing on anti-corruption, environmental and health environmental reporting. 
A multiple award-winning journalist, he is a versatile writer with eye for details. He is passionate about Environmental, Health and Anti-Corruption reporting. He Fact-checks ...

Dr Adutwum’s claims against GES Director-General completely false

17 Feb 2023  |  www.fact-checkghana.com  |  English  |  Investigative Reporting

Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, Minister of Education, denied allegations of corruption in the Computerised School Placement System on Peace FM's Kokrokoo show, accusing former GES Director-General Prof Kwasi Opoku-Amankwa of being behind the accusations. Fact-Check Ghana found Dr Adutwum's claims to be false, as both he and Prof Opoku-Amankwa had full access to school placements and should bear responsibility for any fraud. Prof Opoku-Amankwa admitted his part in the scam and reported the corruption to the National Intelligence Bureau and the Criminal Investigations Department, contrary to Dr Adutwum's claims.

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Albert Kuzor is my name, a broadcast journalist based in Ghana. 

I work with Ghana’s leading Media Organization, the Multimedia Group. 
At the Multimedia Group, I work with Joy News as News writer for the brand’s online platform, Myjoyonline.com

GES conducts public survey on Free SHS and Double Track System

22 Feb 2025  |  www.myjoyonline.com  |  English  |  Public Opinion

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has initiated a nationwide survey to collect public opinions on the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy and the Double Track System. Announced on February 22, 2025, the survey aims to evaluate the impact of these policies and identify challenges faced by students, parents, and teachers. The survey's findings will inform discussions at the National Education Forum, which is currently reviewing Ghana's education system. President John Dramani Mahama emphasized the forum's non-partisan nature, aiming to bring together various stakeholders to assess and improve the education system.

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Winifred Lartey is a freelance journalist. She is passionate about human-interest stories.

She graduated with a journalism degree from UNIMac formerly the Ghana Institute of Journalism.

She travels to collect news - She travels to discover stories. She believes that journalism can’t be done ...

Bono Region: GES to close schools ahead of final funeral rites of late omanhene of Sunyani

02 Oct 2023  |  www.asaaseradio.com  |  English  |  Obituary

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the closure of all basic schools in the Sunyani Municipality from 2 to 5 April 2024 to allow for the final funeral rites of the late Omanhene of Sunyani, Nana Bosoma Asor Nkrawiri II, who passed away on 24 July 2022. The closure aims to keep students indoors during the funeral activities organized by the Sunyani Traditional Council.

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Pamela Ofori-Boateng is a journalist based in Accra, Ghana.

World Bank financed projects yield results, improve livelihoods in Ghana

05 Apr 2017  |  www.ghanabusinessnews.com  |  English  |  Agriculture

The World Bank Group has been a crucial partner in Ghana's development, financing projects across various sectors such as education, agriculture, infrastructure, and health. These projects aim to improve livelihoods and reduce poverty. Notable initiatives include the development of a Newcastle Disease vaccine for poultry, construction of classrooms and facilities for Senior High Schools, and the Ghana Social Opportunities Project, which provides cash transfers and skills training to the poor. The projects have shown significant positive impacts, as evidenced by increased poultry yields, improved education infrastructure, and poverty alleviation.

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Bibi-Aisha Wadvalla is an award winning South African journalist, with an interest in health, science and development. She's currently completing a Masters in Public Health. Previously, she worked as a tv reporter for eNCA, and was a Middle East correspondent for the South African Broadcasting ...

How Africa has tackled covid-19

15 Jul 2020  |  The BMJ  |  English  |  Public Health

African countries have faced significant challenges in tackling COVID-19 due to underfunded health systems, shortages of medical supplies, and limited testing capacity. Despite these obstacles, efforts such as the creation of the Africa Medical Supplies Platform and innovative testing strategies in countries like Ghana have shown promise. South Africa, the hardest-hit country, has struggled with testing backlogs and healthcare worker shortages. North African countries like Egypt and Algeria have seen sharp rises in cases, while West African nations like Nigeria have been criticized for low testing rates. East African countries have taken varied approaches, with some, like Uganda, leveraging their experience with Ebola to manage the pandemic effectively.

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Ghana Health Service National Health Laboratory Service National Education, Health, and Allied Workers Union World Health Organization Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention Zimbabwe Senior Hospital Doctors Association Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital Human Rights Watch African Union UN Economic Commission for Africa Africa Export-Import Bank Ministry of Health (Egypt) Redeemer’s University WHO

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Dr. Joseph Kobla Wemakor is a prominent Ghanaian figure and a passionate advocate for human rights, dedicated to empowering women, girls, children, and minority groups.



As the founder of Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG), Dr. Wemakor leads a vibrant media advocacy and human rights ...

Community event shines spotlight on achievements in addressing forced and child labour at Atiwa East District

24 Apr 2024  |  Modern Ghana  |  English  |  Gold Mining

A community event in Atiwa East District, Ghana, organized by the Edmark Rescue Foundation and Rainforest Alliance, highlighted achievements in combating child and forced labour in the cocoa and gold mining sectors. The event, supported by the Norwegian government through NORAD, brought together stakeholders to discuss progress and strategize further initiatives. Key figures emphasized the project's positive impact on reducing child labour, increasing school enrolment, and enhancing child protection mechanisms. The event underscored the importance of collaborative efforts among government bodies, NGOs, and private sector entities in safeguarding children's rights and well-being.

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