By Kofi AKPABLI Festivals are becoming relevant for the development of the nation. A trend now is to identify and execute development projects. It is worth noting that communities have resolved to harness their identities, values and nature-given resources, streamlining them into the national development agenda. The Hogbetsotso festival, comes off at Anloga this weekend […] The post  Hogbetsotso

In an inspiring step to support local content production and promote Ghanaian storytelling, the management team of MultiChoice Ghana visited the set of the epic television series, Amoanimaa’s Era over the weekend. This epic series is currently being filmed at the Konko village in the scenic Eastern Region of Ghana. This visit reaffirms MultiChoice Ghana’s […] The post Empowering

By Barbara QUASHIGAH In the words of my late father, Major (Rtd) Courage Quashigah, “brighten the corner where you are.” These words resonated deeply when I spoke at the recently-held Volta Regional NPP Women’s Wing Conference and Campaign launch in Ho on the topic that has long shaped the landscape of leadership: the role of […] The post Empowering

Ghana’s trusted insurance brand, Donewell Insurance LTD, partnered with one of Ghana’s foremost radio stations, Happy 98.9FM, to organise the 2024 edition of the annual blood donation exercise. The lifesaving exercise, which was held at the Madina STC Station on Saturday, October 26, 2024, brought together staff of the National Blood Bank, 37 Military Hospital […] The post

A day out to the resort town of Ada and visiting the deeply emotional Nkyinkyim Museum where owner, Kwame Akoto-Bamfo, a Ghanaian sculptor, is using his skills to illustrate his Ancestor Project – portraits of Africans who were imprisoned, kidnapped or coerced into slavery – is always a fulfilling pleasure. The museum experience is designed […] The post Day trip to Nkyinkyim

Coffee lovers from Accra and beyond had a thrilling and fun-filled weekend as the Ghana Coffee Week was climaxed with a convivial event dubbed ‘Ghana Coffee Fair and Exhibition’ last Saturday. The Nyaniba Market in Osu, which was the venue for the event, was abuzz with excitement and merriment as hundreds of coffee lovers thronged […] The post Coffee

By Chris Koney’s column Choosing the right resort for your vacation can significantly elevate your overall experience when it offers a blend of luxurious amenities, exceptional service, stunning locations, diverse dining options and a serene ambiance. Without a doubt, staying at a great resort has become the preferred choice for travellers seeking convenience, relaxation and […] The post

Visionary gallerist and art collector, Abena Joyce Quarshie, the founder of Berj Gallery, who died last week aged 68, will be interred on Tuesday, November 5 at the Lashibi Funeral Home. Passionate about the preservation of art, Joyce devoted forty years of her life building the Joyce Quarshie Permanent Collection, which features pre-colonial Ghanaian art […] The post Berj Gallery

By Mawuli ZOGBENU While distilleries and breweries are spending fortunes on advertising and marketing their beer and other soft drinks, have you ever seen akpeteshie being advertised anywhere? I stand to be corrected but I haven’t seen any yet. Is it because it is the undisputable chairman of all drinks very quiet but dangerous in […] The post Akpeteshie market share goes up?

Art Ongoing till Nov. 16. 09.00 daily. Heart sensing. A retrospective of pioneering artist Victor Butler’s unmistakable works (from 1986) which draws deeply from surrealism, abstraction & figuration, embodying his profound empathy and connection to humanity. Nubuke Foundation. Comedy Fri. Nov. 1, 19:00. Afro Jazz Comedy Show – Ghana Club Edition. Bundles of laughter and […] The post Accra