Multiple factors contribute to the irregular rain patterns witnessed in Ghana. Climate change, resulting from human activities such as deforestation, greenhouse gas emissions, and the burning of fossil fuels, tops the list. The warming of the Earth's atmosphere disrupts weather patterns and leads to unpredictable rainfall.
This article is written by 4th grader Nhyira Konadu- Amankwah (8yrs), from Akosombo International School. The article is a submission to the annual YRE competition on Environmental Reporting. This years topic is Environmental Pollution and Nhyria writes about how some waste pollutants actuall can be useful.
Have you heard about Mognori Eco-Village? For those of us living in Accra or other big Cities, the name Mognori might be foreign, but the village of Mognori is a vibrant community whose work with environmental conservation is of great importance to the protection of Wildlife and the environment in Ghana.
YRE National Competition 2023 is now open for entries! Are you between 11-25, interested in the environment and the SDGs and have a compelling story, photo or video that highlights environmental issues? This is your opportunity to get your work featured on an international platform! Deadline: 06 April 2023.