A statement presented to Parliament by the Gender Minister, Otiko Djaba about state of alleged witches in camps across the Northern Region has drawn backlash from aid agencies including ActionAid Ghana. ActionAid is questioning whether the minister understands correctly their operations in the various camps. Ms Djaba reported to parliament on January 25th, that despite … Read more
Being accused of witchcraft is no laughing matter in Africa — but movie director Rungano Nyoni decided a dose of humour was just what was needed to tackle a problem rampant in parts of the continent. Set in Zambia, the sharp satire “I Am Not A Witch” has premiered to strong reviews at the Cannes … Read more
A New Patriotic Party (NPP) Communicator, Kwame Baffoe, has tagged persons who would troop to the courts to support people in the previous Mahama administration who would be taking to court for looting the state coffers as wizards and witches. Abronye DC as he is known and called speaking on Adom FM’s Morning Show, ‘Dwaso … Read more
Controversial Counselor, George Lutherodt has advised women to cause the arrest of poor men who are not married to them yet use their images as DPs on social media platforms. According to him, a man who is not married to a lady does not have the rights to use her image as a DP reiterating … Read more
Yesterday was singer 2Baba and actress Annie‘s 4th wedding anniversary and 2Baba gave her one of sweetest surprises. She thought he was still in Madrid, Spain, but had no idea he had planned to “gatecrash” her dinner with friends in a lovely way. He shared a clip of the moment on Instagram with the caption: … Read more
Before I arrived in Ghana, my opinion of the Witch Camps was that they were in extremely rural areas, and existed in the North because that is where the smaller villages are where people have less education and exposure to the outside world. However, since starting this project I have learnt that most, if not … Read more
First Lady Mrs Lordina Mahama says Ghanaian women are the most affected in terms of health and discrimination despite the fact that they form majority of the population. “It is about time we stopped discrimination against women, especially the elderly ones and rather show them love during their old age. They need our care, support … Read more
Once again, some few misguided individuals have put the name of Tamale and its good people in the news, not for the good reasons but bringing the city’s name & its people into disrepute. Why? Off late, it has virtually become a fashion across the Tamale metropolis to see and hear that old and young … Read more
Witchcraft related abuse is a very serious problem in African migrant communities in the UK. There is documented evidence that these abuses are linked to activities of African pastors and African initiated churches. Unfortunately efforts to address this problem are bogged down by concerns over racism, minority rights and abuse of religious liberty. We should … Read more