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What happens when a 14-year-old takes charge of a major aid agency for a day?
Young girls in Ghana are stepping into top leadership roles at Plan International and UNICEF to demand action on climate-related threats to their…
A new clean cooking initiative is underway in East Gonja - but what impact will it have on the women in the region?
Women in East Gonja are now using cleaner cooking technology. The Eco-Flame Project aims to support national efforts to adapt to climate change- but what does that mean for the women involved?
As Ghana invests heavily in infrastructure, understanding the profound impact of architectural design on urban development and societal well-being
Ghana's national development often focuses on infrastructure, but the critical role of architects in shaping these vital spaces is frequently
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.
A top academic leader pushes for action on a long-delayed fund - but what is still blocking researchers from accessing it?
University of Ghana Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo has called for accelerated efforts to operationalise Ghana's National Research Fund…
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
Meet the Ghanaians who "do not wait for intervention, but become the intervention"-find out who they are!
The 2026 JoyNews Impact Makers Awards recognised twelve Ghanaian individuals and organisations. These changemakers are being celebrated for their self-driven solutions to social challenges-but what exactly did they do?
As Ghana grapples with the persistent "No-Bed Syndrome," the final installment of this series asks a crucial question: who truly owns the promise of
Ghana's "No-Bed Syndrome" series concludes by shifting focus from mechanics to accountability, exploring who is responsible for ensuring timely and
Amidst calls for retaliation, discover how Zimbabwe is navigating the complex issue of South Africans residing within its borders.
Zimbabwe's government is addressing calls regarding the potential expulsion of South Africans amidst ongoing xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
Amidst growing anti-foreigner sentiment in South Africa, discover how Zimbabwe is navigating calls for retaliatory measures against South African
Zimbabwe's government is addressing parliamentary calls to expel South Africans amidst rising xenophobia in South Africa. The debate highlights the
Discover why the WHO believes Ghana's healthcare reforms must shift focus from systems to communities to achieve true Universal Health Coverage.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged Ghana to prioritize communities in its healthcare reforms, emphasizing that Universal Health Coverage
A major field assessment mission is underway on an integrated school feeding programme - but what changes will be made?
The WFP, Ghana's government, and the US are assessing a school feeding programme impacting 60,000 pupils in Northern Ghana. The mission is evaluating the intervention's effects on education, nutrition, health, and community livelihoods - but what will they find?
Why are farmers often left out of the research that shapes their future? A top academic has a bold proposal.
At the Ghana Institute of Horticulturists conference in Sunyani, the UENR Vice-Chancellor urged a shift in agricultural research.
A new US State Department policy could impact parents who owe child support - find out how this might affect travel.
The US State Department is planning a new policy that could affect many American parents. This policy change may have significant consequences for those who owe child support - but how?
UHAS is tackling neonatal infections in the Volta Region- but what challenges will they face?
UHAS has launched a 3-year research initiative at Ho Teaching Hospital, addressing neonatal infections and antimicrobial resistance. The project aims to reduce deaths caused by drug-resistant infections- but what systemic gaps will they uncover?
The UK congratulates Ghana on its new health policy - but what does this mean for the future of healthcare access?
The UK has lauded Ghana's launch of Free Primary Health Care. The UK High Commission's statement hints at a deeper partnership - but what impact will this have?
UMA donated equipment to a CHPS compound - but what challenges were they facing before this?
The Underground Mining Alliance (UMA)-Subika has engaged with the Amomaso CHPS compound. The donation of medical equipment aims to address a critical need - but what impact will it have on healthcare access?