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Beyond Government: The Role of Civil Society and Media in Ending Malnutrition
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Nutrition is everyone’s business. While the government must lead the charge in fighting malnutrition, real progress depends on strong partnerships, especially with civil society organisations (CSOs), the media, and everyday citizens.
At a recent capacity-building workshop, stakeholders gathered to discuss the deeper, often overlooked drivers of malnutrition in Ghana and how to address them. Among the recurring themes was the need for citizen-led accountability and advocacy, especially around maternal and child nutrition.
Civil society plays a unique role in bridging the gap between national policy and community needs. CSOs can advocate for more transparent budgeting and spending on nutrition, monitor service delivery at local health facilities, elevate the voices of women, caregivers, and youth and hold duty-bearers accountable for missed targets and delays.
At the same time, the media holds a powerful key to public change. Through journalism, radio, television, and digital platforms, media professionals can make complex nutrition issues understandable, relatable, and urgent. Whether it’s exposing underfunded districts or spotlighting grassroots nutrition champions, the media can drive the national conversation.
Ordinary citizens also have a role to play. You have a role, too. Ask your local assembly member what the district’s nutrition budget looks like. Demand nutrition education in schools. Encourage radio stations to run nutrition-focused programs. Advocate for clean water and food safety in your community.
Malnutrition affects all of us, whether directly or indirectly. Investing in nutrition means investing in our children’s ability to learn, our women’s ability to work, and our country’s ability to thrive.
Women, Media and Change (WOMEC) remains committed to supporting this movement, one story, one voice, and one platform at a time.
Feature article by Women, Media and Change (WOMEC) under its Nourish Ghana: Advocating for Increased Leadership to Combat Malnutrition project.
President John Dramani Mahama today cut the sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, marking the commencement of a transformative project aimed at boosting local commerce, creating sustainable jobs, and driving economic growth in the Volta Region.
The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President’s two-day ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Volta Region.
Addressing residents and stakeholders, President Mahama described the proposed facility as a modern economic centre designed to empower farmers, traders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
He noted that beyond serving as a marketplace, the project will provide critical infrastructure for storage, processing, packaging, distribution, digital commerce, and access to financial services.
The President reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accelerating development across the Volta Region through strategic investments in roads, healthcare, education, agriculture, transport, markets, and agro-industrial initiatives.
He highlighted Juapong’s strategic location and economic potential, indicating that the town is well-positioned to emerge as a key commercial and industrial destination within the region.
As part of the flagship 24-Hour Economy programme, the Juapong Model Market will be among the largest facilities under the initiative.
The project has been designated as a Category Four Market, the highest classification within the programme, reflecting its significance to the region’s economic transformation.
Broadcast journalist and aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has pledged to embark on major infrastructure development if elected to represent the constituency in Parliament.
Speaking on Onua TV platform, Captain Smart said his priority would be to transform Gomoa West through extensive development projects.
“I will turn the constituency into a construction site,” he declared, stressing his commitment to improving infrastructure across the area.
Although much of his remarks focused on rallying supporters in local languages, he repeatedly assured residents that they would witness significant development under his leadership.
Captain Smart also urged party supporters to remain united and actively participate in the party’s internal activities ahead of the parliamentary primaries.
He expressed confidence in his bid and promised to work hard to improve the lives of people in Gomoa West if given the opportunity to serve as their parliamentary candidate.
By: Jacob Aggrey
