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The Whistleblowers and Journalists Safety International Center (WAJSIC) is an organization that provides protection and preservation for whistleblowers and journalists shining the light of anti corruption and accountability across the African continent.
The organization was founded by the internationally renowned, multiple award-winning Ghanaian undercover investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas. Anas’s philosophy is that whistleblowers and journalists perform complementary roles, and whistleblowers’ power to hold institutions and leaders accountable very often depends on the critical work of journalists.
I have worn many disguises and masks. Not just the one that shields my face from the world, but those forged by pain, resistance, courage, and an unrelenting pursuit of justice. For over two decades, I have walked in the dark so others could live in the light.
I’ve exposed the rot in our systems—child trafficking rings, corruption in our courts, abuse in our orphanages, and brutality at the hands of those sworn to protect.But none of those missions prepared me for the soul-crushing pain of losing my brother, my reporter, my friend: Ahmed Hussein-Suale.
Ahmed was more than just a member of our team. He was my comrade in truth—brave, brilliant, and utterly devoted to justice. Together, I trained him to enter dangerous spaces to expose what others dared not touch. We understood the risks. But we also understood that silence in the face of injustice is complicity.
Then came that dark evening in January 2019. In the open streets of Madina, they shot him. Two times in the chest. And another bullet in his neck. No trial, no warning, just a bullet to still his voice. They wanted to send a message.
But they underestimated us.
Ahmed’s blood did not drown our mission. It watered a deeper resolve. His death lit a fire in me, one that could not be extinguished by fear or threats. It gave birth to something bigger than any one man: WAJSIC.
Launched in 2022 in Accra, WAJSIC—the Whistleblowers, Activists and Journalists Safety International Centre—is not just an organization. It is a shelter. A safe space. A shield for those hunted by power for speaking the truth.
It exists for journalists under siege, for activists whose names appear on hit lists, for whistleblowers facing retaliation for doing the right thing. And we haven’t just dreamed this—we’ve done it. WAJSIC has already protected courageous individuals, including those working with respected global media platforms like the BBC, and others embedded in civil society and advocacy work across West Africa.
I’ve had food poisoned. I’ve been hunted by bounty seekers. I’ve outwitted corrupt officers and fled cities in the dead of night. My family lives with the weight of this life—my mother’s prayers have become weapons of protection. But this isn’t just my story. It’s the story of the journalist in Burkina Faso who never came home. The activist in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa whose screams were drowned out in a dark cell. The woman in Gambia, Mauritania, Cameroon and Uganda silenced for demanding dignity. It’s the story of every truth that died with the person brave enough to speak it.
WAJSIC exists to change that.
Because justice is not a slogan—it is a system that must be fought for, built, and protected. From the slums of Accra to the courts of Bamako, from the oil fields of the Niger Delta to the dusty prisons of Ouagadougou—truth must be defended, not buried.
Ahmed was taken from us. But his dream, his fire, lives on in WAJSIC.
So I ask you—whether you are a journalist, a donor, a lawyer, a student, or simply a believer in justice—to walk this path with us. Let us build a world where telling the truth does not come with a death sentence. Where truth-tellers are celebrated, not hunted. Where justice is not a privilege for the powerful but a right for all.
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This is why I founded WAJSIC.
And this is why, no matter the threat, I will never stop.
— Anas Aremeyaw Anas
Long before WAJSIC was officially launched in 2022, Anas Aremeyaw Anas had already become a quiet refuge for many African journalists, whistleblowers, and activists under siege. From across the continent, those fleeing threats found shelter, solidarity, and support through his personal and professional networks.
But it was the brutal assassination of his colleague and brother-in-truth, Ahmed Hussein-Suale, in 2019 that became the turning point. Ahmed’s death was not only a personal tragedy—it was a call to action.
In response, Anas formally established WAJSIC – the Whistleblowers, Activists and Journalists Safety International Centre in Accra, Ghana. The official launch in 2022 brought together global and regional partners including the European Union, PPLAAF, BBC Africa Eye, and the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA)—all standing in solidarity with the mission to defend press freedom, human rights, and the safety of those who dare to expose the truth.
WAJSIC now stands as a permanent shelter —a sanctuary for the hunted, a shield for the brave, and a home for truth-tellers across West Africa.
WAJSIC is a fortress for truth-seekers. It is an incubator for young investigative reporters, a lifeline for whistleblowers, a legal refuge for human rights defenders, and a platform where collaboration thrives across borders. Here, courage is not punished—it’s protected. Here, anonymity is respected, and voices are amplified.
Through WAJSIC, undercover journalists, civic tech activists, human rights lawyers, and data investigators now have access to safety, mentorship, and action. Because let’s be honest—this is not a battle one person can win alone. Corruption, impunity, injustice—these monsters are too deeply rooted.
Since WAJSIC was formed, despite our success, we have witnessed a growing demand that we have not been able to meet. Many applications for both shelter and training have gone unanswered, even as applicants face death threats, persecution, and imminent danger. A lack of funding has limited our ability to act, but we remain determined to change that. With increased support, we hope to respond more swiftly and comprehensively to every cry for help in the near future.
WAJSIC exists to protect and empower whistleblowers, activists, journalists and Human Right Advocates who risk everything to speak the truth. Guided by a clear mission and an unwavering vision, we strive to create a safer, freer society built on accountability and justice.
Contribute to an environment where whistleblowers , activists and journalists can work freely, safely, and without fear of reprisal, thereby fostering informed public discourse, accountability, and democracy.
To ensure that both whistleblowers, activists and journalists have a safe haven, tools and resources to ensure the impactful work they perform can continue for the benefit of society.
If your safety is at risk because of your work as a whistleblower, journalist, or activist, WAJSIC is here to help
If your safety is at risk because of your work as a whistleblower, journalist, or activist, WAJSIC is here to help. Submit this confidential SOS form, and our team will respond as quickly as possible.
Every truth-teller’s journey is unique, but at WAJSIC, our approach stays rooted in safety, support, and empowerment. Here’s how we work to protect those who risk everything to speak out.
WAJSIC’s mission would not be possible without the commitment and solidarity of our trusted partners and supporters. These organizations stand with us to protect whistleblowers, activists, journalists, and Human Right Advocates across Africa and beyond.
Whether you’re an organization, media house, donor, or advocacy group, your partnership can help us shelter whistleblowers, train journalists, and defend press freedom. Fill out this form and our team will get in touch to explore meaningful collaboration.
NB: All information shared is kept confidential and used solely to explore partnership opportunities with WAJSIC