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Our special report on this edition of DayBreak West Africa is WADR’s award-winning journalist Sankulleh Janko, titled Sold Dreams…testimonies of loss from irregular migration. Over the years, millions of Dalasis change hands, money scraped together, borrowed, or raised by selling…
Let’s take you to Liberia, where a quiet workforce keeps classrooms open—the nation’s volunteer teachers. They stepped forward when funds were scarce, offering time, expertise, and a steady presence in communities where schools struggle to hire full-time staff. Yet today…
Now, in a household ruled by tradition and pride, four women carry secrets that could shatter everything. The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives, Lola Shoneyin’s daring debut, peels back the layers of polygamy in Nigeria—not through the eyes of…
On our African Hero today, we turn our spotlight to one of Africa’s most remarkable daughters — a woman who stood tall for the environment, for democracy, and for the dignity of her people. From humble beginnings in the highlands…
Dakar is hosting the fourth edition of the continent’s annual forum on food systems. Organised by the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) under the leadership of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the 2025 Summit will be held under the theme “Leading…
As modern healthcare systems evolve, traditional medicine is reclaiming its place—not as a relic of the past, but as a vital complement to contemporary care. Rooted in centuries of indigenous knowledge, plant-based remedies, and holistic healing practices, traditional medicine continues…
A leading agribusiness expert says Africa cannot build resilient food systems without first addressing its fragmented integration. Managing Partner of Sahel Consulting, Temi Adegoroye, warns that the continent risks losing economic opportunities if African countries continue to trade more easily…
In our Community Report, we spotlight the heartbeat issues across West Africa. In this edition, we turn to the blue economy — and the threat to our fishing sector. From Senegal to Sierra Leone, millions depend on it. But climate…
The University of Liberia is once again in the spotlight—and not for the reasons many had hoped. A staggering number of students have failed the 2025 entrance and placement exams, raising urgent questions about the state of education in the…
As the national debate continues on unruly passengers’ behaviours, Aviation expert Olumide Ohunaya speaks with WADR on the recent Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) directive to switch off all electronic devices during takeoff and landing. This comes as the Nigeria…
Nkuho is a traditional Efik and Ibibio culture ritual from Nigeria, also known as the “fattening room,” where girls are secluded and taught domestic skills, marital virtues, and are expected to gain weight to be seen as attractive and fertile…
In Ghana, debate is raging after President John Mahama boarded a commercial flight to Dubai, then endured a 22-hour layover before heading to Japan for the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development. Some say the move shows prudence with…
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