John Mahama Inaugurated as President of Ghana Amidst Hope and Challenges
John Dramani Mahama was sworn in for a second term as Ghana’s president on January 7, 2025, marking a significant moment in the nation’s democratic history. The ceremony, held at the iconic Black Star Square in Accra, was attended by numerous dignitaries, including around 20…
Ghana’s Kente Cloth Earns UNESCO Heritage Status
Ghana’s beloved kente cloth has officially been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This exciting announcement came on 4 December 2024, during a session in Paraguay, celebrating the rich cultural legacy of this iconic textile. Kente, with its vibrant colours and…
Ghana Opens Doors: Visa-Free Travel for African Passport Holders
Ghana has taken a significant step towards enhancing regional connectivity by confirming visa-free entry for all African passport holders. This new policy, effective immediately, positions Ghana alongside Rwanda, Seychelles, The Gambia, and Benin in promoting unrestricted travel across the continent. Outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo announced…
Open Letter to President-Elect John Dramani Mahama
Dear President John Dramani Mahama, As you prepare to assume the presidency once again on 7 January 2025, I write this open letter not merely as a concerned citizen but as a voice for many Ghanaians who yearn for transformative and accountable leadership. Your decisive…
Idris Elba’s Bold Move to Ghana: A Game-Changer for Africa’s Film Industry
In a landmark announcement at the Africa Cinema Summit (ACS) 2024 in Accra, British-Ghanaian actor Idris Elba revealed plans to make Ghana his permanent home, marking a pivotal moment for the continent’s growing film industry. Speaking at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel during the summit, held…
End Galamsey and Free the Citizens Protesters have Spoken: Will the Government Listen?
The streets of Accra reverberated with an unwavering outcry against illegal mining as the much-anticipated three-day protest began on October 3, 2024. Activists, environmentalists, and concerned citizens united with two clear demands: the release of 53 Democracy Hub protesters arrested during the previous week’s anti-galamsey…
Ghana is now a part of Idris Elba’s list of desired partnerships in Africa.
Idris Alba talked about establishing a film studio in Ghana during a meeting with the president of that nation. He also encouraged the president to implement measures that will help the film industry flourish. He mentioned his intentions to film a movie in Ghana. Idris…
Paul Ninson shows the way: Opens Africa’s biggest photography library in Ghana
Dikan, a visual education center, has opened in Accra to offer a comprehensive appreciation and education on visual arts for photographers, videographers, and others in the creative industry who want to tell impactful stories. The center has a library stocked with books on photography; galleries…
Men Settle Where They Find Peace. Not Beauty.
Following the covid-19 pandemic, I got infected and was put under a 14-day mandatory quarantine at a company–sponsored isolation center. I spent my days with a coworker who has also contracted the virus. We were discharged to go home after 14 days and several tests….
How my reputation (unknown to me) saved me when I needed help most
Our reputation doesn’t come from how we talk about ourselves. Our reputation comes from how others talk about us. - Simon Senek I find this statement so true reflecting on an incident that happened some years ago during my undergraduate studies at the University. After all, attempts…
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