For many Ghanaian businesses and entrepreneurs, climate change still feels like a distant issue, something for scientists or governments to worry about. But the truth is, it’s already shaping the world we live and work...
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Grameen Foundation launches “Invest in HER Power” on Ghana’s historic day
On February 28th, Ghana commemorated the 77th anniversary of the 1948 Christiansborg Crossroad shooting, honoring three ex-servicemen who were killed while petitioning the colonial governor. Amidst solemn flag-raising...
Ghana risks 2 million deaths from extreme weather conditions – World Bank report
The country risks the death of two million people in the next thirty years from extreme weather conditions like floods and drought if measures are not instituted to combat climate change, a new World Bank report on the...
Gas lock-in: Debt-laden Ghana gambles on LNG imports
The West African nation is preparing to import LNG under a long-term agreement with Shell which critics say Ghana doesn’t need and can’t afford. For 15 years, John Gakpo has milled corn to make kenkey – a cornmeal...
Climate change made the dangerous humid heatwave in West Africa 10 times more likely
Human-caused climate change made the humid heatwave in southern West Africa during February ten times more likely, according to rapid analysis by an international team of leading climate scientists from the World...
African Women’s Climate Assembly forges a new pathway to climate action NOW
This October, the coastal town of Saly, Senegal played host to two critical African climate justice convergences – the 2024 Women’s Climate Assembly (WCA) alongside the African People’s...
Tackling climate change: Ghana to receive $850m support from Switzerland
Ghana is expecting to receive up to $850 million from Switzerland in direct investment, carbon revenues and fees by 2030 as part of the country’s efforts to fight climate change. The amount is due from eight out of 12...
13 containers of Rosewood Impounded at Tema Port
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, working in collaboration with the National Security and Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority has impounded thirteen containers of rosewoods. The thirteen...
Experts warn of climate impact on Ghana’s crop production
Climate experts from the Regional Climate Outlook Forum have issued a grave warning about the potential repercussions of changing weather patterns on crop production in Ghana, raising concerns about food security. This...
Tidal waves destroy 51 houses, displace over 300 in Agavedzi
A devastating tidal wave disaster has left residents of Agavedzi in distress, with at least 51 houses destroyed and over 300 individuals displaced, according to the Assembly Member for the Agavedzi Electoral Area...
