For years, illegal mining has poisoned Ghana’s rivers including the Pra, Ankobra, Bonsa, and Tano with mercury, cyanide, and heavy sediment. Communities once able to drink from these rivers now rely on trucked water.

The Ghana Water Company Limited reports rising treatment costs and declining water quality, while the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has called the trend “a growing national emergency.”

In today’s digital age, where every smartphone owner is a potential broadcaster, the question arises: How do we ensure truth in a world where news travels faster than fact-checking? This article explores the evolution of new media, the challenges it presents particularly the spread of misinformation and proposes practical recommendations for regulation that safeguard both truth and freedom of expression

Discover Congo Brazzaville’s vibrant culture, La Sape fashion, rich languages, delicious cuisine, and top tourism spots in this travel and culture guide.