The death penalty is a controversial and highly emotive issue in many countries around the world, including Ghana. While there are arguments on both sides of the debate, there is growing consensus that the...
Founder and Executive Director of the Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG) Joseph Wemakor (HRRG) has emerged as a finalist for the 2023 AfricanDefenders Shield Awards. The AfricanDefenders Shield Awards is an initiative that is...
Rainforest Alliance, a non-governmental organisation, and its implementation partners, Edmark Rescue Foundation and Ark Development Foundation (CBOs) have held a district level stakeholders engagement forum aimed at deepening commitments and actions of cocoa and...
Press freedom in Ghana has been a consistent issue of concern for many years, with journalists having to face varying degrees of harassment and attacks for carrying out their duties. In the past few...
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...
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...
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...
Human rights organizations have played a pivotal role in promoting and protecting human rights globally. Their efforts have brought about significant changes in the way individuals, governments, and institutions address human rights issues. However,...
Issues of health have been a major concern for the Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG). The right to health is enshrined in numerous international treaties and conventions, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the...
The role of human rights reporters cannot be overstated in society. These are the individuals who work tirelessly to ensure that the human rights of individuals are protected and upheld. In Ghana, the Human...
Ghana is a beautiful country in West Africa, known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse wildlife, and vibrant music scene. However, beneath this beauty lies several human rights issues, including corruption, poverty, and discrimination....
In recent years, the world has witnessed outbreaks of deadly diseases such as Ebola, Zika, and COVID-19. These epidemics have highlighted the importance of having well-prepared public health emergency systems in place. However, many...
