Kumasi's Hidden Crisis: Drug Addiction Tears Families Apart

Kumasi's Hidden Crisis: Drug Addiction Tears Families Apart Kumasi, Ghana—A new video report shines a light on the devastating impact of drug addiction on families in Kumasi. The report features heartbreaking interviews with three brothers battling addiction and their distraught sister. Emmanuel Asamavong, a father of three, lives in a dilapidated building after losing everything to his addiction. "I've put everything in place and finally decided to stop using the drug," he states, expressing a desire to reclaim his life. Kofi Debrah, once a successful commercial driver, now mends umbrellas for survival, a stark contrast to his former life. Daniel Adu, another brother, recounts the devastating separation from his family. Their sister, Rebecca Nami, shares her pain, saying, "I feel bad because it pains me deeply. He's my real brother, but I can't help him." The report highlights the dire need for resources and support to combat drug addiction in the community. The stories of these three men serve as a stark reminder of the human cost of drug abuse and the urgent need for intervention.