About this episode

This episode discusses the severe air pollution faced by traders in Accra's Mallam Market and its health implications.

What does it cost to earn a living in one of Accra's busiest markets? In this episode of Clean Air Report Ghana, host Michael Asharley speaks with journalist Clankson Acheampong about her investigation into air pollution at Mallam Market, where traders spend long hours exposed to vehicle emissions, dust, smoke and grinding mill pollution. Her reporting found PM2.5 levels exceeding the World Health Organisation's recommended limits by more than twelve times in some parts of the market, raising...

People in this episode

Host: Michael Asharley

Guest: Clankson Acheampong

Topics covered

• air pollution
• market conditions
• health risks
• environmental impact
• investigative journalism

Keywords

• air pollution
• PM2.5 levels
• Mallam Market
• vehicle emissions
• dust
• smoke
• grinding mill pollution

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: World Health Organisation

Places: Accra, Mallam Market

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