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South Africa's xenophobia is a gun pointed inward- when the scapegoats are gone, who's next?

South Africa is experiencing another surge of xenophobic violence, this time targeting Ghanaians and other West Africans- with familiar justifications. But what happens when there are no more foreigners to blame?

With xenophobia on the rise in South Africa, who will be left to blame when the 'foreigners' are gone?

South Africa is experiencing another surge of xenophobic violence, this time targeting West Africans. The author warns that misdiagnosing the root causes of South Africa's problems could lead to internal conflict- with devastating consequences.

A young boy's journey to what he thought was home turned into a harrowing ordeal, exposing a dark side of some fishing communities.

Godwin Dogbey, 12, embarked on a journey he believed was a visit to his hometown, only to find himself on an island on Lake Volta. His experience

Discover how anti-immigrant campaigns in South Africa are inadvertently impacting local industries and creating unexpected labor challenges.

South African clothing factories are struggling to maintain operations after thousands of migrant workers fled the country due to xenophobic

Could volunteering be the secret weapon for career growth that Africa has been overlooking? Find out!

Volunteering is often seen as goodwill, but it can be a powerful career accelerator, especially in Africa where education and employability have a disconnect. This is a look at how volunteering can bridge the gap - offering invaluable experience.

Over 160 students gained new skills to combat unemployment - but what does this mean for Ghana's future workforce?

The Yamfo College of Health TEIN chapter empowered students with vocational skills. This initiative aims to help students navigate the challenges of unemployment after school - but what skills did they learn?

A skills shortage could jeopardise the future for over a billion young workers - what does this mean for Ghana?

The World Bank Group has issued a warning regarding the future of employment for young people in developing nations. They suggest a potential crisis is brewing as education may not be keeping pace - leaving many unprepared.

Discover how a Ghanaian Vice-Chancellor is urging artisans to leverage their skills to tackle unemployment and what this means for the nation's

Dr Hilla Limann Technical University's Vice-Chancellor challenged graduates to prioritize practical competence and creativity over formal

Can a soccer program in Ghana create future leaders? The U.S. Embassy is betting on it.

The U.S. Embassy is training coaches in Tamale to develop girls' football skills and leadership.

Upper East records 27 maternal deaths in 2026 despite full antenatal coverage, as officials cite late reporting, poor ro

Upper East records 27 maternal deaths in 2026 despite full antenatal coverage, as officials cite late reporting, poor roads and referral delays.

Discover how UPSA is revolutionizing student research to ensure it moves beyond academic shelves and into practical applications for societal benefit.

The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) is enhancing efforts to transform student research into practical, market-ready solutions. This

Discover how GCB Bank's expert is guiding the mining sector to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

GCB Bank's Head of People & Culture, Nana Kwabena Yeboah, discussed workforce planning strategies at the Ghana Chamber of Mines HR Conference. His

Discover how government investment is reshaping the landscape of TVET education and its impact on student perceptions and national development.

Professor Isaac Boateng, Pro Vice-Chancellor of USTED, has praised the government's ongoing investment in Technical and Vocational Education and

A Filmmakers Summit in Kumasi unveiled a GH¢20 million government fund and a unified plan to revive Kumawood through in

A Filmmakers Summit in Kumasi unveiled a GH¢20 million government fund and a unified plan to revive Kumawood through investment and training.

Discover why health workers are shying away from rural postings in Ghana and the critical impact it's having on healthcare access.

The Northern Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) is facing increasing difficulties in deploying health professionals to

Discover why a significant number of healthcare professionals are leaving Ghana's Northern Region and what the UPNMG President says is needed to

The UPNMG President, Maxwell Oduro Yeboah, has called for government investment in Ghana's Northern Region to improve the retention of nurses and

Discover how a new educational facility is set to transform learning for students in the Ashanti Region.

MTN Ghana Foundation has launched a new ICT and Robotics Centre at New Asafo M/A Basic School in the Ashanti Region. This initiative aims to

The Ministry of Education is exploring new avenues to enhance numeracy interventions, acknowledging that mathematics education has lagged behind

Ghana's Ministry of Education is reviewing its approach to basic education, noting a disparity in attention between literacy and numeracy programs.