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West Africa has several ways of welcoming visitors and guests. It is particularly different in Liberia’s Grand Bassa region. Our focus centres on the Bassa-speaking people with a particular focus on their customs surrounding the reception of dignitaries and esteemed…
Ghana invites us into the vibrant and energetic world of Kpanlogo, a dance that does more than entertain; it tells the story of a people and their time. Rooted in the traditions of the Ga ethnic group of Ghana’s Greater…
The Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control (DPC) Cluster at the WHO Regional Office for Africa is delighted to share the 2025 report on responding to communicable and noncommunicable diseases in the Region. In 2025, the Cluster made significant strides…
The perception of fairness within a justice system is paramount to maintaining social order and upholding the rule of law. However, in Liberia, a growing sentiment suggests a departure from this ideal, with many citizens expressing concerns about the courts’…
Before titles and global applause, before boardrooms and world summits, there is a human story behind every great leader. A story of courage, conviction, and choices made when the cost of doing the right thing was high. Today, we honour…
The legendary Nigerian musician and Afrobeat pioneer, late Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has again made history nearly three decades after his passing, becoming the first African to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. The honour, presented posthumously in Los Angeles on…
Well across Africa, true heroes are not only found on battlefields or in politics. Some are found in boardrooms, in courtrooms and in classrooms, quietly reshaping the future of the continent. Our Hero of the Day is legendary Nigerian musician…
Across the sub-region, many leaders have spent decades in power, shaping national narratives, institutions, and political culture. For some, age represents experience and stability. For others, it raises concerns about renewal, accountability, and the inclusion of younger voices. This is…
In this feature report, we shift our attention to Neglected Tropical Diseases, known as NTSs. While many of us worry about malaria, cholera or Lassa fever, a group of diseases continues to spread quietly, often unnoticed, untreated, and underestimated. NTDs,…
As biodiversity loss, environmental degradation, and climate instability accelerate, international concern over environmental crime (EC) is growing. Overall, EC is estimated to generate between 70 and 213 billion dollars each year. Welcome to WADR’s environment program, Enviroscope – where we…
This week on 50-50, we examine why thousands of girls in rural communities across West Arica using Ghana as a case study, continue to struggle to stay in school – despite years of education reforms. From long walking distances and…
Today, we ask what the re-election of Dr. Bawumia as the opposition’s flagbearer means for Ghana’s political contest ahead of the next elections. In this edition of It’s You Speaking, our listeners explore how this choice could shape party dynamics,…
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