West Africa is facing an escalating textile pollution problem, fuelled largely by the global second-hand clothing trade. According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the OR Foundation, tens of thousands of tonnes of used clothing arrive weekly at ports across the region, with a significant share landing in Ghana. Much of it is […]
Growing up in Langtan, a quiet town in Plateau State, Nigeria, Wordsmith Nansel Joel never imagined he would one day inspire hundreds of young people across Africa. The odds were stacked against him, limited exposure, no mentors, and an environment that offered few chances to dream big. But against that backdrop, he found a spark
When Moses Fokuo, a Person With Disability (PWD) who uses a wheelchair, steps out of his home in Kwabenya, Accra, to catch a bus, his journey is often met with frustration. Despite the promises of inclusive public services, the harsh reality is that many transport operators refuse to pick him up. “When I am going
