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In this edition, we’re shining a light on a condition that’s more common than you might think, but still too often misunderstood… Hepatitis. Now, don’t let the name scare you — hepatitis simply means inflammation of the liver. But it…
In the digital age, misinformation spreads faster than ever—especially during elections, when emotions run high and political stakes are even higher. From doctored images to deepfake videos and misleading headlines, fake news has become a dangerous tool for political manipulation,…
In West Africa, young people often face rejection and criticism within their families, communities, and broader society, which can stem from various factors including limited economic opportunities, cultural expectations, and societal perceptions. This edition aims to explore the multifaceted challenges…
This week, we hear from experts, stakeholders, and citizens of Togo, Benin, and Nigeria on proposals for combating. Nigeria, strategically positioned in West Africa, benefits from immense economic opportunities through trade and cross-border activities with neighbouring countries. But like they…
ENVIROSCOPE – Understanding the Phenomena of Fire Disasters – social media intro Across West Africa, reported incidents of fire disasters have drastically increased in the last two years. Nigeria, Ghana, Niger, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Senegal have witnessed occurrences which…
In Ghana and across West Africa, harmful gender norms remain deeply entrenched in many aspects of society, from child marriage and the exclusion of women from property ownership to the rigid expectation that a woman’s role is limited to the…
Malnutrition among children doesn’t just mean hunger. It means poor growth, weakened immunity, reduced brain development, and long-term consequences that can last a child’s lifetime. According to UNICEF and WHO, millions of children across the sub-region suffer from chronic malnutrition—often…
In this episode, host Sankulleh Janko is joined by two sports experts to discuss various topics. These include the African Youth Athletic Championship in Abeokuta, Nigeria, and the quarter finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Also in this…
In this edition, we zero in on two unfolding stories shaping headlines and public discourse. First, we examine the resignation of Nigeria’s former Vice President and presidential hopeful, Atiku Abubakar, from the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP)—a move stirring conversation…
This week, West Africa Democracy Radio, under its security project, In The Sahel, organised a debate in Dakar, the Senegalese capital, bringing together experts, analysts, CSO executives, policy makers, researchers, youths, journalists and other stakeholders, to discuss the theme, security…
Across West Africa, Major and regional cities are increasingly experiencing congestion, a situation driven by several factors. Mainly population and urbanisation. These expansions in a tightly spaced environment come at a cost, ranging from pollution to poor sanitary conditions; these…
Across West Africa, culture and identity are powerful forces that shape societies, influence traditions, and define community belonging. But when it comes to women’s rights, these same cultural norms can either serve as tools of empowerment or barriers to progress.…
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