Award-winning Ghanaian media personality Nana Aba Anamoah has sparked conversations online after sharing a powerful post defending street hawkers and the struggles of the poor in society.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the outspoken journalist wrote:
“They hawk because hunger doesn’t wait for lectures on Japan.
In Japan they help the poor. Here, people like you sneer at the poor to feel important. Poverty isn’t a choice!!!
Until this continent works for everyone, don’t judge those fighting to survive.”
Her message comes at a time when conversations about poverty, inequality, and youth unemployment continue to dominate public discourse in Ghana and across Africa.
Nana Aba’s words highlight the daily realities faced by many, especially street vendors and hawkers who struggle each day to make an honest living.
Known for her humanitarian work and advocacy for underprivileged youth, Nana Aba has long used her platform to amplify the voices of the marginalized.
Her latest post reinforces her reputation as not just a media icon, but a fearless advocate for social justice and empathy.