The Labari Journal - Beyond The Surface

Opinions

It’s Time For Ghana To Diversify in Sports Other Than Football

September 17, 2025

Although Ghana's favorite pasttime has always been football, it's time for the country to put its energy into other sports

Protecting Our Old Trees – Cut a Tree, Cut History Initiative

September 13, 2025

1 min read

Tree planting should complement and not replace the urgent need to preserve existing trees. Otherwise, it is like trying to fill a leaking bucket without fixing the hole.

Leveraging Private Equity and Venture Capital for Portfolio Diversification and Real Economy Impact

August 20, 2025

5 mins read

In an article written by Amma Gyampo and co-authored by KPMG, they discuss how Ghana can leverage private equity and venture capital locally

Kasoa Can’t Breathe: The Alarming Rise of Air Pollution in Our Backyard

August 12, 2025

3 mins read

The air quality in Kasoa, a growing urban town in Ghana continues to get worse due to uncontrolled environmental practices

Why The Lawsuit By Ghana’s Chief Justice at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice is a Case for Constitution Reform

August 5, 2025

8 mins read

The lawsuit filed by former Chief Justice of Ghana, Gertrude Tokornoo could be a litmus test for Ghana's constitution

Society and Culture

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Accra’s Real Estate Space Might Have A $48 Million Money Laundering Problem

October 22, 2025

In a report by a Washington-based watchdog group, money laundering is rampant in Accra due to lax oversight and regulation

From Birmingham to Accra: How Jonny Stone Became One of Ghana’s Hottest Event MCs

October 21, 2025

10 mins read

With close to 10 years of hosting late night events and starting his own entertainment company, Jonny Stone more still feels he hasn't reached his maximum potential

How Architecture of Ghanaian High Schools Plays a Factor In Modern Class Division

October 15, 2025

6 mins read

In published papers and an upcoming book, Researcher Dr. Kuukuwa Manful makes the case that the architecture of Ghanaian schools contributes to modern class division in the country

The Israeli Embassy Hosted a Film Festival at Ghana’s Accra Mall. Protestors Were Out In Full Force To Disrupt It

October 13, 2025

8 mins read

On September 6, the Israel Embassy in Ghana held a film festival at the Silverbird Cinema at the Accra Mall. Protestors of the war in Gaza were out in full force to disrupt it

Star Architect David Adjaye Has Faded From The Public Eye With His Ghanaian Projects Under Scrutiny

October 8, 2025

4 mins read

Some of his projects in Ghana with the previous government administration has also been placed under review for improprieties

Technology

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Ghana’s New E-Commerce Bill Focuses On Consumer Protection. It Could Adversely Affect Informal Sellers

October 24, 2025

The new bill aims to properly regulate e-commerce and curb spamming. But it could also force informal sellers to adhere to strict compliance rules

Ghana’s Draft of Its Updated Cybersecurity Bill Sparks Concerns of Surveillance Overreach

October 23, 2025

2 mins read

The Ghana Cybersecurity Authority is seeking public input on the bill until October 24

Ghana’s Mobile Virtual Network Sector Is Basically Non Existent

October 20, 2025

2 mins read

Although Ghana's telecom has room for more players, Mobile Virtual Network Operators have no incentive to occupy the space

Ghanaian Biometric Data Was Collected For SIM Registrations. The Data Was Never Authenticated

October 7, 2025

2 mins read

Despite braving long queues to re-register their SIM cards, Ghanaians' captured biometric data was never cross checked with the National Identity Authority

Growing Up Under Surveillance: Data Privacy for Young People in Africa

October 1, 2025

5 mins read

In her article, Angela Efia Dzidzornu explores how can we protect a young African generation who are growing up in the digital age

Opinions

It’s Time For Ghana To Diversify in Sports Other Than Football

Protecting Our Old Trees – Cut a Tree, Cut History Initiative

Leveraging Private Equity and Venture Capital for Portfolio Diversification and Real Economy Impact

Kasoa Can’t Breathe: The Alarming Rise of Air Pollution in Our Backyard

Why The Lawsuit By Ghana’s Chief Justice at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice is a Case for Constitution Reform

Society and Culture

Accra’s Real Estate Space Might Have A $48 Million Money Laundering Problem

From Birmingham to Accra: How Jonny Stone Became One of Ghana’s Hottest Event MCs

How Architecture of Ghanaian High Schools Plays a Factor In Modern Class Division

The Israeli Embassy Hosted a Film Festival at Ghana’s Accra Mall. Protestors Were Out In Full Force To Disrupt It

Star Architect David Adjaye Has Faded From The Public Eye With His Ghanaian Projects Under Scrutiny

Technology

Ghana’s New E-Commerce Bill Focuses On Consumer Protection. It Could Adversely Affect Informal Sellers

Ghana’s Draft of Its Updated Cybersecurity Bill Sparks Concerns of Surveillance Overreach

Ghana’s Mobile Virtual Network Sector Is Basically Non Existent

Ghanaian Biometric Data Was Collected For SIM Registrations. The Data Was Never Authenticated

Growing Up Under Surveillance: Data Privacy for Young People in Africa

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