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Can West Africa turn education innovations into lasting systems for children in crises?

West African nations are convening for the ACCELERATE+ conference to scale education solutions for crisis-affected children.

Discover how Ghana's Vice President is advocating for a more holistic strategy to empower Kayayei and safeguard their children.

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for a comprehensive approach to support Kayayei, focusing on sustainable livelihoods

Why are parents losing faith in boarding schools, and what does the MP say must change?

Salaga South MP Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah warns that recurring sexual abuse allegations involving teachers erode parental trust in school safety.

Discover how this high-level visit could shape future health and development initiatives across Ghana and the wider African continent.

The UNFPA Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Dr. Sennen Hounton, is on a five-day official visit to Ghana, combining high-level

A daycare center reopens after a month - but what changes have been made to ensure the safety of the children?

The Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) has reopened the Community One No. 3 Daycare Centre. The reopening signifies more than a return to the classroom - hinting at a comprehensive reset of the city's approach.

Why are schoolgirls being warned about teachers' home invitations, and what safety risks are being exposed?

A queen mother and gender expert is urging schoolgirls to report sexual harassment by teachers and other men.

The PNP says Ghana cannot celebrate mothers while the girl child is under attack- but why are they connecting these issues?

The PNP has voiced concerns about rising sexual abuse cases against girls in Ghana- a situation they find alarming. They caution that celebrating mothers rings hollow when the girl child is under attack- but what does this mean for the country?

Ghana's Parliament gives children a voice! What national issues will they tackle?

Ghana's Parliament has launched a 'Mini Parliament' to involve children in national decision-making. This initiative aims to give the youth a platform to voice their opinions - but what impact will it have?

Why is Parliament pushing for speed in a school abuse case that has already reached the AG?

Ghana's Parliamentary Human Rights Committee urges CID and Attorney-General to expedite the Obuasi SHTS sexual abuse case involving 19 girls.

Akosua Manu gets a new role within the NPP - what does this mean for the party's future?

Akosua Manu has been appointed as a spokesperson for the NPP's Gender and Social Protection Committee. This appointment is part of the party's restructuring efforts after the 2024 elections - and it signals a strategic move.

Discover how community leaders and parents are being encouraged to shape a healthier, more equitable future for adolescents.

The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) engaged stakeholders in Yunyoo-Nasuan District to bolster support for adolescent health and

A proposed bill aims to tackle a deeply rooted social issue in Ghana, sparking discussions on protection and justice for the vulnerable.

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs is considering a new anti-witchcraft bill in Ghana. This legislative effort seeks to address a significant social challenge that impacts vulnerable populations across the nation.

Discover how a new initiative is empowering transport workers to become champions for gender equality and the protection of women's rights.

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has engaged transport workers in a dialogue on gender equality and ending child

Ghana's Gender Ministry and UNFPA are rallying support for a new strategy to tackle adolescent pregnancy-find out why this coordinated effort is

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) and UNFPA have convened stakeholders to coordinate the implementation of Ghana's

How will emergency cash help Hohoe families rebuild after devastating floods?

The Gender Ministry is assisting flood victims in Hohoe after heavy rains and River Dayi overflow.

Ghana unveils a bold plan to shield its vulnerable during crises - but can it withstand the coming storms?

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has launched a new strategy. This framework aims to protect vulnerable populations during crises - but what challenges will it face?

A new national campaign challenges how Ghana responds to breast cancer - but what will change for patients?

Ghana's Gender Ministry launched the 2026 Pink October breast cancer campaign in Ho, urging a shift from stigma to support.

A family's loss in Cantonments prompts a critical safety warning for every household in Ghana.

The Gender Ministry has reached out to a family in Cantonments after a domestic fire.