APA – Accra (Ghana)
The report that President Akufo-Addo’s New Year message with hard work and determination that Ghana will make it is one of the trending stories in the Ghanaian press on Tuesday.
The Graphic reports that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in his New Year message has said that Ghana is not completely out of the woods yet.
In a message posted on social media, President Akufo-Addo related to the economic struggles that Ghana was facing to the last two years.
He said Ghana’s recovery was on course and expressed the belief that Ghana will emerge victorious.
“I wish all Ghanaians a Happy and Prosperous 2024. Even though we are not completely out of the woods, I am confident that, with hard work and determination, Ghana will make it, and collectively, we will secure our futures,” the message posted on his social media read.
The newspaper says that Ghana’s national football team coach, Chris Hughton, is set to address the unveiling the final squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire.
Even before Hughton makes the announcement, some European clubs have confirmed the release of their Ghanaian players for the AFCON.
Jordan Ayew (Crystal Palace), Inaki Williams (Athletic Bilbao) and Jojo Wollacott are among the stars whose clubs have officially confirmed their release for the tournament slated for between Saturday, January 13, 2024 and Sunday 11 February, 2024.
Hughton faces the challenging task of finalizing his 50-man provisional selection to form the 27-man squad.
Ghana have been drawn in Group B alongside Cape Verde, Egypt, and Mozambique.
The Ghanaian Times reports that in many Ghanaian communities, persons with albinism often face a multitude of challenges that originate from myths, discrimination, misconceptions, and societal prejudices.
In spite of many efforts and awareness to ensure that individuals with albinism are not discriminated against, albinos in many parts of the country are still confronted with many hurdles that hinder their social integration as well as their access to essential resources.
Albinism is a unique genetic condition characterised by a lack of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes, which subjects affected persons to heightened vulnerability due to their appearance.
This condition often leads to stigmatisation and marginalisation within many communities, particularly in the rural areas.
Sadly, due to the heightened superstitious beliefs prevalent in many Ghanaian communities, many people tend to associate albinism with unfounded myths and misconceptions, including curses, hence further isolating these individuals.
One of the most pressing challenges faced by albinos in Ghana is their increased risk of getting skin cancer due to the absence of melanin, making sun protection a critical necessity.
However, access to protective measures such as sun creams and protective clothing remains limited, exacerbating their health risks.
Education also becomes a battleground for many persons with albinism in Ghana.
This is because prejudices and social biases often result in their exclusion from educational opportunities, denying them the chance to reach their full potential.
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Ghanaian press focuses on President’s New Year message, others
