Social Change
Community-Led Innovations to Combat Water Scarcity and Desertification and Success Stories of Communities Tackling Climate issues. The Northern part of Ghana grapples with the harsh realities of water scarcity, extreme weather conditions and nearing desertification, the solutions adopted by communities worldwide offer inspiration and innovative ideas for sustainable action. Here
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Northern Ghana, particularly the Upper East, Upper West, and Northern regions, is highly susceptible to desertification. Increasing temperatures, reduced rainfall, and deforestation contribute to the loss of fertile soil, reducing agricultural productivity and threatening food security. The Ghana Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that 35% of the land in northern
Social Change
Development communication (DC), a strategic and participatory approach to driving social change, is an important strategy in addressing issues faced by humanity. This strategy aims at promoting dialogue, raising awareness, and empowering communities to take ownership of their development processes. In photography and storytelling, development communication uses visuals to amplify
Social Change
Understanding the Global South For a lot of us in the development atmosphere might have come across this word often just like the SDG goals. The term Global South refers broadly to regions in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Oceania that share historical, economic, and social challenges stemming from colonial
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Absurdist Politics Its Meaning in the Great Circus: A Short Story Its Meaning in the Great Circus: A Short Story "Wow, this phrase! How come this phrase is not already a thing? This beautifully captures our reality as Ghanaians and I’m sure many other countries. If you ask
Life and Lessons
If you’re into stories that turn the tables on everything you thought you knew, buckle up because this one will be your new obsession. Picture this: deep in the Zongo, where the streets hum with life and the rhythm of faith is what keeps the community going. But here’
Youth activism has emerged as one of the most powerful forces in the global climate change movement. Across the world, young people are rising to address the environmental crisis, advocating for policy change, and pushing for urgent climate action. In the Northern part of Ghana, where the impact of climate
Life and Lessons
"Be courageous enough to accept that life is messy " These are the words of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie from one of her speeches read at Harvard class of 2018 that ring with a profound truth that we often shy away from. Life rarely unfolds as we expect. Normally, we
Oftentimes, we think that big changes are the only steps that count when it comes to making a difference in our lives. Yet, the truth is that the small, seemingly insignificant steps lead to lasting change. Whether it is towards improving health, boosting careers, or simply finding more happiness, small
Global Trends
When discussing global development goals, many of us, particularly the youth, are familiar with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2030. These goals, which target issues like poverty, inequality, and environmental sustainability, are frequently mentioned in global conversations. However, how many of us know about the African Union’
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The COVID-19 pandemic was a great hit that brought many global challenges to light, but few have been as visible as the disparities in education. It is worth noting that Education was already shaking in its foundation until the pandemic came to shake it even more. As schools across the
Social Change
A lot of this week's findings are on climate change, mainly because it is a pressing topic that requires immediate attention. With the effects of climate change becoming more evident in both developed and developing countries, it's clear that this issue is not just a future