The alarming trend of inadequate protection for whistleblowers across Africa forces individuals to weigh their safety against the potential repercussions of coming forward.
Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni illustrates the reality of being a whistleblower in Ghana — under constant threat, he required armed police escort to ensure his safety.
The tragic murder of journalist Ahmed Suale is a stark reminder of the consequences whistleblowers may face, highlighting the urgent need for adequate protective measures.
In Ghana, the lack of serious consequences for threats against journalists creates an environment of fear, where whistleblowers risk their lives without assurance of safety.
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