Many foods sold to people in Ghana are not safe to eat. This is because chemicals are being used to make them look better or last longer.
Fruits are treated with chemicals to make them ripen faster than they naturally would. Vegetables are sometimes polished with poisons to make them look fresh.
These practices harm the health of everyone who consumes these foods. The chemicals used can be very dangerous.
The problem is made worse by pollution from illegal mining activities that spoil water sources. These sources are often used for growing food.
The use of these harmful substances is causing fear among the public. People are worried about what they are eating and drinking.
Authorities are aware of the serious risk this poses to public health. Investigations into the extent of the problem are needed.