Joseph Wemakor: Large corporations supported by the government must end the abhorrent exploitation of Ghanaian cocoa farmers

The cocoa industry is one of the most important sectors in Ghana, contributing significantly to the country’s economy. Ghana is the second-largest cocoa producer globally, with around 800,000 cocoa farmers. However, despite its importance, the industry faces a critical issue that threatens the livelihoods of cocoa farmers – the heinous exploitation of Ghanaian cocoa farmers…

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Climate Change: A tragedy we must take urgent action to address to save planet earth

Climate change is a global phenomenon that is becoming increasingly severe with each passing day. Anthropogenic activities, such as emission of harmful greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, deforestation, and industrialization, have contributed to this problem. Climate change is a tragedy that has far-reaching impacts on the planet, from rising sea levels to extreme weather patterns….

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Why Ghana deserves urgent passage of the Affirmative Action Bill into law

In recent years, the issue of affirmative action has become a hot topic of discussion in Ghana. The term refers to policies designed to overcome the effects of discrimination and promote the interests of historically marginalized groups through proactive measures. Affirmative action policies take many forms, including quotas, outreach programs, and targeted hiring preferences. The…

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Ghana: why government must urgently respond to issues tabled by CRPD to relieve plights of PLWDs

According to the World Health Organization, there are over one billion people living with disabilities worldwide, and persons living with disabilities (PLWDs) face several challenges in accessing basic services, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. In Ghana, PLWDs face a myriad of challenges ranging from accessing basic amenities such as buildings, transport, health care, education,…

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Joseph Wemakor: acclaimed Ghanaian human rights defender named finalist of the 2023 AfricanDefenders Shields Awards

Joseph Kobla Wemakor is a Ghanaian human rights defender who has dedicated his life to defending the rights of marginalized communities in Ghana and beyond. Wemakor has been named a finalist of the 2023 AfricanDefenders Shield Awards, a prestigious award that recognizes the efforts of individuals working to promote and protect human rights in Africa….

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