Challenging Heights is launching a high-quality podcast platform focused on leadership, social justice, development, and public interest conversations in Ghana and beyond. We are seeking an experienced Podcast Host who can lead thoughtful, credible interviews with experts, practitioners, policymakers, and change-makers. The podcast is being developed as a nationally relevant thought-leadership platform, designed to host […]
It was a deeply insightful moment when two of our beneficiaries courageously shared their life experiences on Lake Volta. These testimonies form an important part of our advocacy efforts against child trafficking. Today, we spotlight Emmanuel’s story, one of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of support. Emmanuel, now 16 years old, is a Junior […]
Independent Financial Controller Organization: Challenging HeightsLocation: Accra, GhanaEngagement Type: Independent Consultant / Contract Position About Challenging Heights Challenging Heights (CH) is a Ghanaian non-governmental organization dedicated to protecting children from exploitation and advancing community development through education, advocacy, environmental action, and social justice programming. Purpose of the Role Challenging Heights is seeking a highly qualified […]
On the eve of another hectic day, a group of men came to our hut where I was mending broken nets. I could see the fear and anger in my uncle’s eyes, the man who had always forced me to work beyond my capacity. These men were my saviors, rescuing me from experiences that could […]
At just eight years old, Samuel was trafficked into forced labour. For eight years, his childhood was shaped by the harsh realities of life on Lake Volta until Challenging Heights rescued him at the age of sixteen. Rescue, however, was only the beginning. Determined to build a better future, Samuel embraced the opportunity to return […]
As part of our annual planning process to ensure the effective implementation of our programs, the Challenging Heights Management Board held its first meeting of the year shortly after resuming from the holiday break. The meeting brought together managers from our various centers and departments to review key priorities, discuss operational strategies, and identify ways […]
The Management of Challenging Heights wishes to inform the public of a serious security incident involving our Founder, James Kofi Annan. At approximately 2:00 AM on Monday, 29th December 2025, a suspected targeted gun attack occurred at Mr. Annan’s residence. During the incident, a projectile discharged by an unidentified assailant penetrated the ceiling of the […]
Dear Friends, I bring you the season’s greetings. It has been 12 months of God’s goodness, and sustenance. For us in Challenging Heights, we reached our 20 years milestone, having been founded in 2005. This 20th year brought with it many reasons to celebrate, and to be thankful for. The many lives have been transformed because […]
Challenging Heights, in partnership with the R122 Women’s Organisation, is pleased to share that over 80 women in Accra received free breast cancer screenings as part of ongoing efforts to raise awareness and promote early detection. The event, held on October 5, 2025, was part of the “Living Well, Living Aware” initiative, which empowers women […]
Did you know that Challenging Heights provides educational support to beneficiaries in our Enhanced Reintegration Programme every year? This year, we are delighted to support 15 beneficiaries entering Senior High School, providing all items on their prospectus, allocated stipends, and accommodation fees for those who required it. Before distribution, our mentorship team counselled the students […]
