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No Sex, No Job: Confronting Ghana’s silent abuse of power
When opportunity is traded for exploitation, a nation does not just fail its youth, it betrays its future. There are injustices that shout. And there are those that whisper quietly, persistently, and destructively. The “No Sex, No Job” syndrome belongs to the latter. It operates in shadows, behind office doors, in lect...
Advancing justice for remand prisoners in Ghana through mediation & rehabilitation
In Ghana, the principle of access to justice remains a pillar of our constitutional democracy. The 1992 Constitution guarantees the right to a fair hearing and liberty until proven guilty. Yet, for many Ghanaians held on remand, this promise is delayed or deferred. According to research, one of the key impediments is t...
NALAG President writes: When neglect kills in Accra New Town; preventable tragedy
The tragic collapse of an abandoned structure at Accra New Town, with its reported loss of lives and severe injuries, is a painful and sobering reminder of a challenge we can no longer afford to ignore. This is not merely an unfortunate incident—it is a national wake-up call.
The Prosecutor who could not prosecute (A Ghanaian Folktale from the Republic of Uncommon Sense)
A NEW JOB DESCRIPTION The hunter’s role has now been updated: Track the antelope with diligence Study its patterns carefully Gather strong evidence Then… seek permission before pulling the trigger
What is wrong with us? When we desilt drains only for the rain to return the filth
Every year, the ritual begins. The rains approach. Clouds gather. Weather warnings circulate. Radio stations carry urgent discussions. Municipal authorities issue directives.
Pay once, benefit forever: Sanitation’s role in LMIC health systems
In global health, vaccines save lives, medicines cure disease, and surveillance stops outbreaks – and sanitation makes all of them work better. Far from being an “either-or” alternative to vaccines or treatments, improved sanitation is the foundation that enables immunisations and medical care to deliver their full imp...
The verdict of intelligence: Why Julius Debrah is the only candidate who can unite NDC, secure a landslide, and protect Mahama’s legacy – A recommendation by CITEG
Citizen Eye Ghana (CITEG) is a civil society organisation with over 70,000 registered members across all sixteen (16) regions of Ghana. Our mandate is the promotion of peace, stability, democratic accountability, good governance, and responsible leadership. We do not belong to any political party, but we have a sacred...
Marriage Is Not an Investment—Kindly Keep Your Receipts Anyway
Let me tell you a story from the Republic of Uncommon Sense… Not long ago, a marriage walked into a courtroom. Sixteen years old. Fully grown. With children, assets, and a history long enough to fill several exercise books from Makola.
Brand communities and tribal consumption: What football fans teach us about loyalty
Football is one of the clearest proofs that loyalty is not always rational. A fan can support a club for twenty years without receiving a salary, dividend or formal reward from that club. The team may disappoint them, break their heart, lose important matches and still command their attention the following week. In ord...
A citizen’s prayer to Julius Debrah
To the incumbent Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, he repeats his case: “My only offence is that I paid for a car and the money went to government chest. Since then, all doors to all Chiefs of Staff have been shut against me. I have been a victim of unfair treatment and systemic barriers.
Ghana Insurers Association backs SIGA’s integrating policy as a strategic pathway for sector growth
Within this evolving policy landscape, SIGA’s integrated approach to insurance placement has sparked important debate across the industry.
Rising sachet water costs should spark a bigger conversation on plastic waste
Recent signals of possible price increases in sachet water, linked to rising polymer costs, should concern us. But beyond the immediate impact on consumers, this moment presents a deeper question worth exploring. Plastic waste remains one of Ghana’s most visible environmental challenges. From clogged drains in our citi...