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Could your empty plastic bottles soon earn you money in Ghana?

The Environmental Protection Authority is exploring an incentive scheme to pay Ghanaians for returning used plastics.

Accra's gridlock is costing Ghana billions annually - but what's the real price of this daily standstill?

Accra's traffic woes are more than just an inconvenience- they represent a significant economic drain. A recent study highlights the staggering costs of congestion, hinting at a deeper governance issue.

Ghana's fire problem isn't about incidents - it's about prevention. What choices are fueling these disasters?

Ghana grapples with recurring fires in markets and residential areas - prompting familiar cycles of sympathy and investigation. The lack of enforcement regarding fire safety regulations hints at potentially devastating consequences for the nation.

Why does plastic waste keep piling up in Ghana? A former mayor points to a missing economic link - and the answer could change everything.

Former Accra Mayor Mohammed Nii Adjei Sowah is urging economic solutions for plastic waste as Ghana faces waste management challenges.

When drought and displacement collide, can shared resources become a path to peace rather than a spark for conflict?

Climate change is straining communities across West Africa through drought, floods and food insecurity.