The Accidental E-Bike Revolution in Bawku

The Accidental E-Bike Revolution in Bawku

What happens when a security measure unexpectedly sparks a clean transport revolution? In this episode of Clean Air Report Ghana, host Michael Asharley speaks with JoyNews journalist Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen about the increasing adoption of electric motorcycles in Bawku and the surprising benefits residents say they are experiencing.  What began as a response to restrictions on petrol-powered motorcycles has evolved into a story about cleaner air, quieter streets, lower transport costs and improved quality of life. Could Bawku's experience offer a glimpse into the future of transportation in Ghana?  Clean Air Report Ghana is a collaboration between New Narratives and leading Ghanaian newsrooms. Funding is provided by the Clean Air Fund which had no say in the reporting.

When Every Breath Hurts: The Growing Link Between Air Pollution and Asthma

For millions of people living with asthma, the air they breathe can mean the difference between a normal day and a medical emergency. From dust rising off roads under construction to vehicle emissions, burning waste and cooking smoke, air pollution is increasingly becoming a dangerous trigger for respiratory illness across Ghana. In this episode, Michael Asharley speaks with Ghanaian Times journalist Abigail Annoh about her powerful reporting on the growing toll of poor air quality on asthmatics. Through the story of six-year-old Myles and his mother Bernice, the programme reveals the emotional, financial and physical burdens families face as they struggle to manage a condition made worse by the environment around them. Clean Air Report Ghana is a collaboration between New Narratives and leading Ghanaian newsrooms. Funding is provided by the Clean Air Fund which had no say in the reporting.

Tracking the Invisible: Building Africa's Air Quality Future

You cannot solve a problem you cannot measure. Across Africa, millions of people are exposed to air pollution every day, yet many countries still lack the monitoring systems, data and technical expertise needed to fully understand the scale of the crisis.  In this episode, Michael Asharley takes listeners inside the third Air Quality Sensor Evaluation and Training Facility for West Africa (Afri-SET) workshop, where scientists, policymakers, students and advocates gathered to strengthen the region’s capacity to monitor and manage air pollution. The programme explores why air quality data remains scarce across much of Africa, how low-cost sensors are being tested and adapted for local conditions, and why accurate measurements are essential for effective policymaking. Featuring insights from experts at the University of Ghana, the Environmental Protection Authority and the Clean Air Fund, the episode highlights the growing effort to build a new generation of air quality specialists equipped with the tools to turn data into action. Clean Air Report Ghana is a collaboration between New Narratives and leading Ghanaian newsrooms. Funding is provided by the Clean Air Fund which had no say in the reporting.

Breathing Change: How Young Ghanaians Are Taking on Air Pollution

Air pollution is often treated as a problem that only matters when the smoke becomes visible or the dust becomes unbearable. But by then, the damage may already be underway.  In this episode, Michael Asharley speaks with three young climate and clean air advocates who are working to change how Ghanaians understand the risks hidden in the air they breathe every day. From fishing communities in Jamestown to classrooms in Tamale and digital campaigns reaching young people across West Africa, Terry Kwame Azaglo, Amina Amponsah and Billchris Tetteh Ashiangmor are bringing the clean air conversation into places where it has often been absent.  Through science, education and community engagement, they are helping people connect air pollution to their health, livelihoods and future. Clean Air Report Ghana is a collaboration between New Narratives and leading Ghanaian newsrooms. Funding is provided by the Clean Air Fund which had no say in the reporting.

The New Air Guardians: Young People Driving Ghana’s Clean Air Movement

Across Ghana, a new generation is stepping forward to confront one of the country’s most pressing environmental and public health challenges: air pollution. From classrooms and churches to research labs and data hubs, young advocates are educating communities, gathering evidence and building momentum for cleaner air. Host, Michael Asharley speaks with three Air Quality Ambassadors from the African School on Air Quality and Pollution Prevention at KNUST: Shaddai Empress Molson Gattor, Godwin Ebo Fosu and Mercy Mawunyo Apaw. Their stories reveal how grassroots advocacy, environmental education, scientific research and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence are being combined to tackle pollution in innovative ways. The conversation explores why awareness must translate into action, how young people are becoming powerful agents of change, and why access to reliable air quality data is critical for shaping policy and protecting public health.  Clean Air Report Ghana is a collaboration between New Narratives and leading Ghanaian newsrooms. Funding is provided by the Clean Air Fund which had no say in the reporting.