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Can a cleanup day become a lasting culture of environmental care in Ghana?

GF Foundation begins sanitation education in Greater Accra communities ahead of World Cleanup Day.

Discover the hidden costs and profound impact of Ghana's sanitation crisis, and why access to basic amenities remains a distant dream for many.

Ghana faces a critical public health challenge as preventable illnesses linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation claim thousands of lives

A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods a

A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods and subsequent deadly disease

Ghana's children face a "slow, silent assault," but what does the Paediatric Society want done about it?

The Paediatric Society of Ghana is calling on President Mahama to lead a global effort. They want environmental destruction from illegal mining classified as a crime against humanity - but why now?

Could the rise in kidney disease cases be linked to something in the water - or rather, what's being put in it?

The Ghana Association of Radiologists (GAR) is raising concerns about a worrying trend. They are pointing to a possible connection between environmental pollution and a specific health crisis.

The receding floodwaters may signal the end of one crisis, but experts reveal a hidden health emergency that continues to unfold.

Public health experts are warning that the dangers of flooding extend far beyond the immediate disaster, leaving a silent health crisis in its wake.

Harmattan winds bring more than dust-they carry a deadly threat that preys on the body's defenses. But why?

Northern Ghana faces a recurring crisis as cerebrospinal meningitis claims lives each dry season-a predictable pattern linked to harmattan winds and living conditions. This airborne threat exploits vulnerabilities, leaving devastation in its wake.

A united front emerges to tackle Ghana's pollution crisis - but what solutions are on the table?

Religious bodies and civil society groups are uniting to combat air pollution and e-waste injustice in Ghana. The collaboration seeks practical measures- but what changes will they push for?

Why has public urination and defecation become an accepted feature of urban life in many African cities?

Many African cities are facing a sanitation crisis as public urination and defecation become normalized- raising questions about hygiene and public health. This widespread practice poses significant risks, but the reasons behind it are more complex than they appear.

Mahama is calling for action, but what steps does he think world leaders should take to address rising health threats?

John Mahama addressed the One Health Summit 2026 in Lyon- calling for action to tackle rising health threats. He outlined steps for world leaders while warning of links between climate change, disease, and inequality.

Locals near the epicenter of the deadly outbreak are living in fear - but why are officials so concerned?

The WHO is investigating a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo - cases may be spreading faster than originally thought. Locals are scared, and the agency is working to investigate and help control the disease.

Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin bans home burials in Akyem Abuakwa, directs MMDCEs to enforce public health laws,

Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin bans home burials in Akyem Abuakwa, directs MMDCEs to enforce public health laws, commissions 30-man Water Guard to protect Birim River from illegal mining

For Chorkor fishmongers, the smoke is a serious concern that causes irritation and sleepless nights - but is there a way out?

Fishmongers in Chorkor are caught in a bind, as their traditional livelihood exposes them to harmful smoke. The constant exposure has serious health implications - especially for women and children.

JoyNews climate journalist Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen will receive an African Meteorological Society award in Addis Ababa

JoyNews climate journalist Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen will receive an African Meteorological Society award in Addis Ababa for climate reporting.

Ghana faces a looming health crisis as experts warn that the long-term effects of illegal mining could manifest in severe health conditions within

Medical and public health experts in Ghana are warning of a potential major public health crisis within the next five years due to the environmental

How is rising heat affecting intimacy and productivity in Ghana? - The answer may surprise you.

Residents in Accra are struggling with rising temperatures that are disrupting their daily routines. Extreme heat is reshaping everyday life - affecting sleep, productivity, family relationships and even intimacy.

Africa-led climate and health consortiums launch in Accra as Seidu Issifu warns floods, heat, drought and disease are al

Africa-led climate and health consortiums launch in Accra as Seidu Issifu warns floods, heat, drought and disease are already straining health

The Ghana Health Service reports a severe staffing crisis in the Northern Region as health workers reject rural postings

The Ghana Health Service reports a severe staffing crisis in the Northern Region as health workers reject rural postings due to poor roads and lack