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   UniMAC: A Proactive Step Towards Peaceful Elections? UniMAC is to be commended for taking a proactive step to reduce election conflict, but the ultimate responsibility for a peaceful and democratic process lies with the political parties themselves, and whether they make the most of the opportunity presented. In a move praised by some and viewed with skepticism by others, the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has announced it will be bringing together representatives from all participating political parties which includes the like is NPA, UDM, EMA, PDP, NEP, NDP  before the official declaration of election results. The aim is to foster dialogue, address potential concerns, and ultimately, contribute to a more peaceful and accepted outcome.This could be a positive step because it would increase transparency, and reduce risk of conflict   Ultimately, people are wondering if this move will make any real impact. The UniMAC initiative is a b...

  As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, and public health crises, one critical issue that deserves our attention is improper waste disposal. The way we manage waste has a significant impact on our planet, and it's essential that we take immediate action to address this problem. Over 2 billion tons of municipal solid waste are generated worldwide every year. (World Bank) - Only 34% of waste is recycled or composted, while the remaining 66% is sent to landfills or incinerated. (EPA) - Improper waste disposal is responsible for the release of toxic chemicals, greenhouse gases, and pollutants into the environment, affecting human health and the  Improper waste disposal leads to the contamination of soil, water, and air, causing harm to wildlife and ecosystems. Exposure to toxic waste can cause respiratory problems, cancer, and other health issues, especially for vulnerable populations like children and the elderly.  The decomp...

Honourable Zanetor Agyeman Rawlings, a Medical Doctor and a Politician with her encounter with the University of Media, Arts and Communication stated the need for women to support each other and work collectively on gender parity.  The speaker , Honourable Zenator Agyemang Rawlings uses a relay analogy to illustrate generalization progression and the importance of accelerating a personal commitment to fighting gender equality in order to ensure generational fewer struggles. Empowering women is not only a moral imperative .  It is also for driving economic growth , improving health outcome and promoting peace and stability . When women are empowered ; they contribute to economic development through entrepreneurship, employment and innovation . Also improves health outcomes for themselves, their families and their communities .  It also drives social activism , advocacy and leadership. Moreover, she suggested ways to accelerate gender equality . Gender equality can be impro...

The Center for Public Discourse Analysis (CPDA ),  hosted its first International Political Communication Conference on the theme : A New Chapter In Democracy: Strengthening Political Communication for Growth .   Experts, academics, and media professionals gathered at the University of Media ,Arts and Communication in shaping democracy on Friday , March 7, 2025, for the first international Political Communication Conference hosted by      CPDA, in collaboration with Godwin Etse Sikanku.  The event aimed to foster responsible political dialogue, media ethics , and active citizens engagement as the foundation of a thriving democracy.   The main speaker Benjamin Ofei-Addo, a finance and media expert known for his advocacy of transparency and accountable governance , emphasized that while journalism is a profession , media operates in a business context.  Ofei- Addo’s speech uncovered the importance of media literacy , constructive political...