Today is World Autism Awareness Day. Autism is a serious developmental disorder that impairs one’s ability to communicate and interact.…
Saved From Customary Execution: The Story Of A Boy Born Physically Challenged
Ghana is not just a taboo but one that comes with the consequence of the execution of the unfortunate victim.Cultures…
No Legs, No Issue: Farmer Makes The Most Of His Gifts
Kwasi Kumbepueru is a 33-year-old farmer at Miawani in Kintampo North District of Bono East Region. Though physically challenged, he…
‘There Is No Word For Down’s Syndrome In My Language’
When Elly Kitaly gave birth to her son she found out he had Down’s syndrome. She realised that the condition…
Meet Lazarus, The Malawian Musician Destroying Myths About Albinism
From the crowded streets of Lilongwe, a busker named Lazarus Chigwandali has risen to challenge the myths and superstitions about…
Aaron Philip: The Trans, Disabled Model Taking On a $2-Trillion Industry
Aaron Philip’s life has been transformed by becoming the first black, trans, disabled model to sign for a major agency.…
Farida Yusif Writes: Meet The 45-Year-Old Man ‘Kicking’ All Odds With ‘Dead Legs’
This is not a pity story; this is a story of hardworking Nigerien immigrant who solely depends on the upper…
The Plight Of People With Disability In Accessing Public Transport
Barriers and challenges, People with Disabilities (PWDs) encounter in their routine lives are far greater than those encountered by their…
Inside The Ghanaian Washing Bay Where All Staff Are Deaf And Customers Are Taught To Sign
One look at Kwasi, Freeman and Emmanuel and it does not give you any clue that they are not your…
Disability And The Terminologies
I almost lost my cool when the voice on the other end of the phone used the term “Mentally Retarded”…
