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Being a woman, biologically, comes with changes that we sometimes wish we could simply pause. There are hormonal changes, menstruation, cramps, fatigue, mood changes, and many other experiences that come with having a menstrual cycle. Yet, despite how common menstruation is, we often move through those days as though nothing has changed. We still have…
Reflections from the Arts and Humanities Research Council Conference, Queen’s College, Oxford, 14-16 September 2026 Words carry history. Sometimes, a single word can tell us how a society understands the past. It can reveal who is remembered, who is forgotten, who is given a voice, and who is reduced to a label. This was one…
Should we be conscious of the conversations we have with ourselves? How does our personal soliloquy shape our present and future? My personal journey so far tells a story that offers some insight into these questions. I remember leaning against the wall of our veranda in Nobisco, Tamale, in Ghana’s Northern Region. I looked up…
By Huzeima Mahamadu, PhD Candidate, College of Arts and Social Sciences, Australian National University, Canberra My PhD journey has been one of moving between certainty and uncertainty, and confusion and clarity. When I began my research on enslavement, I felt relatively certain about my research area and the direction I wanted to take. However, engaging…
The Dagbamba Youth Association (DAYA), led by Abubakari Is haq Motariga and supported by legal counsel Lawyer Jeliu Issahaku Sapaschini, on Tuesday engaged the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) in a landmark meeting aimed at addressing what the association describes as decades of historical inaccuracies, myths, and colonial-era distortions regarding the history and…
Studying abroad can be a life-changing opportunity, but navigating the application process can often feel overwhelming. From choosing the right universities and scholarships to writing compelling application essays and preparing for interviews, many students struggle to access the guidance and support they need. At Mahcap, we believe that mentorship and community can make the journey…
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