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Digital wealth, analog poverty: Why technology isn’t closing the gap
There is a seductive story we tell ourselves about technology. It whispers of equal access, borderless opportunity, and a future where anyone with a smartphone can rewrite their destiny. From Silicon Valley to Accra’s startup corridors, the narrative feels almost sacred: technology is the great equalizer. But step outs...
Press freedom and reputation: Striking the balance in a democratic society
In every democratic society, the press occupies a position of immense influence. It informs citizens, scrutinizes authority, exposes wrongdoing, and shapes public discourse. For this reason, press freedom is often described as the lifeblood of democracy. Without it, governments could operate without accountability, and...
Between memory and partnership: Ghana’s moral test on reparatory justice
There are moments in a nation’s life that call less for outrage than for honest reflection. The recent remarks by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin on reparatory justice offer precisely such a moment.
How & Where to Watch Belinda Bencic vs. Coco Gauff? Start Time, Live Streaming and TV Channels for Canadian Open Quarterfinal Game
Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff and Olympic champion Belinda Bencic face off for a spot in the Canadian 2026 semis.
Weight-based bullying as a cause of recurrent headaches, chest pain, and abdominal symptoms in children
A young boy visited my consulting room, accompanied by his mother’s friends. His mother had been abroad for some time and had asked them to bring him to the hospital because he had gained excessive weight since she left. He was living with his grandparents.
The rise of AI in the classroom: Balancing technological innovation with critical thinking
Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize education. From personalized learning and instant grading to AI tutors and essay-writing algorithms, technology has the power to fundamentally change what students learn, how they learn, and who does the teaching. The rise of AI in education brings great promise to the cl...
Why Wendy Shay is the definitive 2026 TGMA Artiste of The Year
As a social commentator who understands the heartbeat of the Ghanaian music industry, I have watched many artistes come and go. However, Wendy Shay Official’s 2025–2026 run is uniquely different. It is a story of grit, reinvention, and undeniable impact. While others may possess fame, Wendy delivers the data, disciplin...
The NPP approved the Damang deal — so why is it suddenly controversial?
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has given the green light to Engineers and Planners Co. Ltd. to enter into negotiations with Abosso Goldfields Limited over the possible acquisition of the Damang Gold Mine. The clearance, contained in a letter dated 12th March, 2024, was issued by the ministry's Chief Direct...
Beyond certification: How Bawaa the artist is helping young creatives turn talent into opportunity
On a footbridge somewhere in Ghana, traffic moving below him, Bawaa the Artist stands with a brush in hand, filling in the lines of a face on a wall painted in red, gold, and green. A young apprentice stands just behind him holding up a reference photo, watching closely as the portrait comes together stroke by stroke....
Ghana’s SIM registration: Progress, promise, and persistent challenges
Ghana’s ongoing SIM registration exercise remains one of the most ambitious digital identity and telecommunications reforms in recent years. Anchored on the use of the National Identification Authority (NIA) database and enforced by the National Communications Authority (NCA), the policy seeks to sanitize the telecom s...
Beckoning hope: A new dawn for cancer care in Ghana
How the vision behind the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Comprehensive Cancer Care Center of Excellence could transform cancer treatment, research and medical training across West Africa.
The Law 101: GBA states pure law and convention about Legal Vacation (Part III)
The Ghana Bar Association's official position on the observance of the legal vacation by the superior courts does not merely state a preference; it articulates black-letter law and long-standing convention. Stripped of the specific ORAL cases, the Bar’s intervention lays bare the fundamental principles that govern cour...