Tag: freedom of speech

In recent years, social media platforms like TikTok have become powerful stages for political speech, activism, satire—and, sometimes, heated rhetoric or threats. In Ghana, several individuals have been arrested, charged, ...

Renowned Activist Barker-Vormawor has issued a sharp rebuke to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), cautioning the party against what he describes as “overzealous policing” that mirrors the mistakes of the ...

The Member of Parliament for Tamale South and Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu has made a compelling call for greater media regulation and increased tolerance in Ghana’s political and ...

Mussa Dankwah, Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, has expressed serious concerns about the outgoing NPP government’s surveillance practices, particularly when such measures target academics and professionals who are perceived as ...

Bright Simons of IMANI Africa has stated that the NPP’s biggest regret will be their actions during their term, as they sidelined and diminished all centers of dissent, making critical ...

In the shadow of oppressive rule, where dissent is stifled and freedom of speech is but a dream, lies the burning question: How does one defy the iron grip of ...

The illusion of freedom of speech in the West, particularly when one is critical of the government or challenges the mainstream narrative, is a topic that warrants careful consideration.  While ...

Possessing an identity and being able to fully express opinions in absolute liberty, without any inhibitions is God-given, and not having to literally look over one's shoulder must be arguably, ...

The Minority in Parliament skipped Thursday's meeting in support of and solidarity with caucus members in court. James Gyakye Quayson, the MP for Assin North, and Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, ...

The International Day for Countering Hate Speech has been observed by the United Nations. The commemoration was meant to encourage individuals to join forces to create increased awareness and courteous ...