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Why might awareness campaigns fall short in the fight for better hand hygiene across Ghana?

World Vision Ghana is urging stronger investment in hygiene infrastructure, citing persistent gaps in water, soap, and handwashing facilities.

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

What happened when a graduate tried mushroom farming as a career path?

A young Ghanaian entrepreneur shares how agriculture opened doors after school. Her story hints at a growing opportunity for youth in agribusiness.

Food safety in Ghana is allegedly threatened by dangerous practices - but what is being done about it?

A radio commentator laments the decline of food safety in Ghana, where contaminated food is becoming a public health concern - from waakye beans cooked with paracetamol to plantain fried with plastic. What does this mean for public health?

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

Discover how Ghanaian colleges are enhancing their research capabilities through specialized training, preparing educators for the competitive world

Tutors at St Monica's College of Education and other institutions participated in a retreat focused on grant writing and research development. This

A major regional health body just expanded its specialist ranks - but what does this mean for West Africa's lab future?

The West African Postgraduate College of Medical Laboratory Science inducted 138 scientists from Ghana and Nigeria at its Accra conference.

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.

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?

Discover how UHAS leverages its diverse international partnerships to enrich student training and faculty development, creating a unique academic

The University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) recently hosted its 2026 International Day, an event designed to celebrate the institution's

Discover why less than 15% of Ghana's traditional medicine practitioners are registered and the implications for public health.

Ghana's Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) faces a significant challenge with the vast majority of practitioners unregistered. This

During a trial concerning social media's impact on children, Instagram's top executive discussed the usage of a key safety feature.

Instagram's head, Adam Mosseri, testified in a trial regarding Meta Platforms' alleged design of Instagram and Facebook to addict children. The

Discover how the Tano South Municipal Assembly plans to tackle dangerous road conditions and unauthorized revenue collection in the region.

The Tano South Municipal Assembly is addressing a public safety crisis on major highways due to excessive speeding and a lack of speed-calming

Discover how a proposed waiver on import duties for medical equipment could transform Ghana's fight against cancer.

The Society of Private Medical and Dental Practitioners is urging the government to waive import duties and taxes on advanced cancer treatment

Why are stakeholders demanding urgent action on media welfare and ethical standards in Ghana's Upper West Region?

Media leaders, traditional rulers and corporate partners gathered in Wa for the second Upper West GJA Awards, focusing on journalist welfare and…

Ghana's hunger for gold is poisoning its rivers - but will the state act before it's too late?

Ghana's water bodies are being ravaged by illegal mining activities, with successive governments struggling to curb the menace - a situation that has persisted for years. The consequences of this environmental destruction are far-reaching, impacting communities, the economy, and the nation's future.