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In the heart of Ghana’s Greater Accra Region, a vibrant celebration takes place annually—the Asafotufiam Festival. Rich in history and cultural significance, this cherished event is proudly upheld by the Ada people. More than just a festival, it is a…
Across West Africa, no country has imposed a complete ban on genetically modified organisms (GMOs); however, regulations across the region vary significantly. Some nations have permitted commercial cultivation, while others have strict biosafety frameworks for research and contained field trials.…
Our Wednesday edition of DAYBREAK West Africa features Dr. Philipa Idogho, a Nigerian academic administrator and former rector of Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State, Nigeria. Dr. Idogho recently visited WADR during a study tour to the radio station in Dakar,…
It’s time we applaud one of great African women who have been instrumental in shaping the African society, and are a vital force for development in the continent and beyond. Today, we celebrate Joyce Banda, a pioneering leader and advocate…
A group of students from the Catering Department of University of Education of the Gambia is currently on a study tour in Dakar, Senegal, aimed at expanding their professional and cultural exposure. The tour is led by an educationist Dr.…
Our African today is Dr. Thomas O. Mensah, a Ghanaian-American chemical engineer and inventor. He is hailed as one of the greatest minds of the 20th century. His pioneering work in fiber optics and nanotechnology laid the foundation for the…
In this edition of Book Review, we throw the spotlight on Imbolo Mbue’s Behold the Dreamers The story follows two families in New York during the 2007-2008 financial crisis: the Jongas, immigrants from Limbe, Cameroon (Jende Jonga, his wife Neni,…
The Gambia 2026 – Young voices Take Centre Stage The year is 2025, and the race to The Gambia’s 2026 presidential election is heating up. But this time, the momentum isn’t just with the old guard. Young voices are rising.…
A delegation from the University of Education, The Gambia (UEG), recently embarked on a study tour to West Africa Democracy Radio (WADR) in Dakar, Senegal, as part of an insightful visit to the country. The group included students, staff, and…
In Benin, the political atmosphere is already heating up ahead of the 2026 presidential election. The Cowry Forces for an Emerging Benin, widely known by its French acronym, FCBE, has officially presented its presidential ticket. As the country’s leading opposition…
We now turn to Guinea, which this week marked its 67th Independence Anniversary—a moment of reflection for a nation still navigating a delicate political transition. On the eve of the celebrations, Transitional President General Mamady Doumbouya delivered a nationally broadcast…
Today, we shine the spotlight on Busola Shogbamimu, a trailblazer, accomplished academic, and an inspiration for young African women. She is a human rights consultant, advocate for senior citizens, and founder of Naija Seniors, an organization dedicated to promoting the…
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