Podcasts about Accra

Det bliver vildt, varmt, dansabelt og horisontudvidende, når du tager med DJ og pladesamler Jonas Visti på musikalsk rundtur i hele verden. På tværs af genrer, kontinenter, kulturer og sprog bliver du kyndigt guidet igennem de vigtigste historier og perspektiver af musikken. Spækket med musikalsk vellyd uanset om programmet bliver sendt fra et studie i Danmark eller er rejst til Afrika og sender fra en tagterrasse i Accra.

It's time to talk about our parents! You can be paying your own rent, buying your own groceries, even taking care of them—but African parents will still call you ‘small girl' or ‘my son', or even 'herh'

The Chairman Of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, throws more light on this in this insightful message titled "The Relevance of Prayer" at the Perez Chapel International auditorium in Accra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week's conversation comes in two parts. Like it's geographical spread, northern hemisphere to southern hemisphere, think of this two part discussion as a way of engaging both hemispheres of your brain--the creative and the analytic. My guest is fellow Stanford alum and founder of The Jazz & Democracy Project® (J&D) (https://www.jazzdemocracy.com), Wesley “Dr. Wes” J. Watkins. After several years working in the education sector, Dr. Wes launched the program in November 2009 at Rosa Parks Elementary School, located in San Francisco's historic Fillmore District. J&D is a music integrated curriculum that utilizes jazz as a metaphor to bring democracy to life, enrich the study and teaching of history, government, civics and culture, and inspire youth to become active, positive contributors to their communities. He first proposed the curriculum as part of his undergraduate honors program at Stanford's School of Education and later conducted research for his undergraduate honors thesis at Oxford University where he engaged and learned from music educators at both local elementary schools and world renowned secondary institutions. Now based in Sydney, Australia, J&D has traveled to countries all over the world and, in these times of global social transition, Dr. Wes anticipates continued opportunities to feature and further innovate using tools that will leave lasting impact on the ways that youth and educators approach building and living in their communities and beyond. Where to find Wesley? On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesleywatkins/) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/JazzDemocracy) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jazzdemocracy/) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@JazzDemocracy) Who's Wesley listening to? Joseph Solomon (https://www.youtube.com/@whatisjoedoing) Other topics of interest: Activist Oakland, CA (https://www.oaklandca.gov/topics/oaklands-history-of-resistance-to-racism) Northern Beaches, Sydney Lifestyle (https://content.knightfrank.com/research/2789/documents/en/northern-beaches-lifestyle-guide-2024-10795.pdf) United States Studies Center (https://www.ussc.edu.au/about/mission-and-history) Crikey! or Kriky! (https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/crikey#google_vignette) Flat White vs Latte (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_white) Geechi Taylor (https://www.geechitaylor.com/#!/HOME) Find Rachelle Farrell, Meshell N'Degeocello, on J&D (https://www.jazzdemocracy.com/interviews.html) Ledisi (https://www.ledisi.com) Christian McBride (https://www.christianmcbride.com) Betty Carter + Ray Charles (https://youtu.be/1IM3weosOTY?si=PXNlcx1a5UetHPAN) Episode 47 featuring Wynton Marsalis (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/wynton-marsalis) Jazz for Young People @ Lincoln Center (https://jazz.org/education/school-programs/jazz-for-young-people/) Check out the Chris Botti SF Show (https://youtu.be/j9cNsLPXWnA?si=rmoX7ljb9EO4a1y5) About Robert (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_McFerrin), Bobby (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_McFerrin) and Madison (https://www.madisonmcferrin.com) McFerrin Special Guest: Wesley J. Watkins.

Discover more Sincerely Accra!Touchdown Nairobi! Sincerely Accra links up with Tonio Kibz from The Sandwich podcast for a fun conversation on life as a young person in Nairobi vs Accra. Grab a snack, cos you know it's about to be nothing short of a good time! Press play!Opening MusicOshe - Reynolds The Gentleman ft. Fra!Music BridgesMeka Ho Bi Woka Ho Bi - Pure Akan One Bebe - OliveTheBoy Body - Black Sherif Arizona - Cina Soul ft. Mr. Drew EX - AbideenCheat on You - Kidi ft. Gyakie Music CloserMariana - Moffy ft. Notse A GCR Production - Africa's Premiere Podcast Network

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Center, Accra. 13th April, 2025

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Center, Accra. 13th April, 2025

In this episode, we start a new building block of our social protection solar system with the first part of the topic on delivery and provision of social protection. We will be looking at the innovations in the delivery of services and cash grants, focusing on informal workers and on the role that informal workers organizations might have in improving access to these workers by facilitating the last mile delivery of services or benefits. To open this block, we will turn to Africa and look into three cases of provision of child care services. First, we go to South Africa, to talk to Richard Dobson about the pop-up child care facility in the Warwick Junction market, in Durban. Richard is an architect and co-founder of the NGO Asiye eTafuleni. Next, we move to Accra, in Ghana, to talk to Dorcas Ansah, WIEGO's Accra Focal city coordinator. We discussed the guidelines for implementing child care facilities in the Ghanaian capital markets and the plans for expanding the initiative. We finish our tour in Rwanda, where the market vendors association SITRIECY is also implementing child care facilities in the Kigali markets. We talked to SITRIECY's secretary-general and StreetNet International treasurer Jeanette Nyiramassengesho. She explained their approach to combine provision of child care for informal workers' children in markets with the creation of a community savings group. *** Learn more - WIEGO: Child Care in Markets: An E-Book https://www.wiego.org/research-library-publications/child-care-in-markets/ - Working in Warwick: Including Street Traders in Urban Plans https://www.wiego.org/research-library-publications/working-warwick-including-street-traders-urban-plans/ - WIEGO - Child Care in Markets project: https://www.wiego.org/project/child-care-markets/ - Guidelines and Standards for Day-Care Centres in and around Markets in Ghana, by Susan Sabaa, Dela Quarshie-Twum https://www.wiego.org/advocacy-worker-education-resources/guidelines-and-standards-day-care-centres-and-around-markets-ghana/ - Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wn9niHLL8vI - About Asiye eTafuleni https://aet.org.za/about-asiye-etafuleni/our-story/

My guest just came back from a medical mission to Ghana where they performed almost 60 surgeries and treated 1200 people in 4 days! The majority of those people had never had any form of health care.It was an eye-opening experience and one that will humble you.

Key personalities from the opposition NPP gathered at the residence of Assin South Member of Parliament , Rev. Ntim Fordjour, at Spintex in Accra, to prevent an attempt by the NIB to effect an arrest warrant on him.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week's conversation comes in two parts. Like it's geographical spread, northern hemisphere to southern hemisphere, think of this two part discussion as a way of engaging both hemispheres of your brain--the creative and the analytic. My guest is fellow Stanford alum and founder of The Jazz & Democracy Project® (J&D) (https://www.jazzdemocracy.com), Wesley “Dr. Wes” J. Watkins. After several years working in the education sector, Dr. Wes launched the program in November 2009 at Rosa Parks Elementary School, located in San Francisco's historic Fillmore District. J&D is a music integrated curriculum that utilizes jazz as a metaphor to bring democracy to life, enrich the study and teaching of history, government, civics and culture, and inspire youth to become active, positive contributors to their communities. He first proposed the curriculum as part of his undergraduate honors program at Stanford's School of Education and later conducted research for his undergraduate honors thesis at Oxford University where he engaged and learned from music educators at both local elementary schools and world renowned secondary institutions. Now based in Sydney, Australia, J&D has traveled to countries all over the world and, in these times of global social transition, Dr. Wes anticipates continued opportunities to feature and further innovate using tools that will leave lasting impact on the ways that youth and educators approach building and living in their communities and beyond. Where to find Wesley? On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesleywatkins/) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/JazzDemocracy) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jazzdemocracy/) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@JazzDemocracy) Who's Wesley listening to? Joseph Solomon (https://www.youtube.com/@whatisjoedoing) Other topics of interest: Activist Oakland, CA (https://www.oaklandca.gov/topics/oaklands-history-of-resistance-to-racism) Northern Beaches, Sydney Lifestyle (https://content.knightfrank.com/research/2789/documents/en/northern-beaches-lifestyle-guide-2024-10795.pdf) United States Studies Center (https://www.ussc.edu.au/about/mission-and-history) Crikey! or Kriky! (https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/crikey#google_vignette) Flat White vs Latte (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_white) Geechi Taylor (https://www.geechitaylor.com/#!/HOME) Find Rachelle Farrell, Meshell N'Degeocello, on J&D (https://www.jazzdemocracy.com/interviews.html) Ledisi (https://www.ledisi.com) Christian McBride (https://www.christianmcbride.com) Betty Carter + Ray Charles (https://youtu.be/1IM3weosOTY?si=PXNlcx1a5UetHPAN) Episode 47 featuring Wynton Marsalis (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/wynton-marsalis) Jazz for Young People @ Lincoln Center (https://jazz.org/education/school-programs/jazz-for-young-people/) Check out the Chris Botti SF Show (https://youtu.be/j9cNsLPXWnA?si=rmoX7ljb9EO4a1y5) About Robert (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_McFerrin), Bobby (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_McFerrin) and Madison (https://www.madisonmcferrin.com) McFerrin Special Guest: Wesley J. Watkins.

National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced that, starting Monday, 7th April 2025, it will resume the issuance of printed backlogs and first-time registration of Ghana Cards at all its District Offices in the Greater Accra Region

Catherine Nzuki is joined by Naa Laryea, a software engineer living in Accra. She walks us through what apartment hunting is like in Accra, why some landlords ask for a year or two years' worth of rent up front, and the causes of the housing crisis in Accra. Nelson C.J., West Africa Correspondent at OkayAfrica, joins the Afropolitan and zooms out to discuss the common drivers of the housing crunch in major West African cities. Nelson shares his findings from his recent article with OkayAfrica, examining how the National Tenants Union of Ghana is advocating for affordable housing and rent control. Lastly, as Africa's population grows, Nelson unpacks how investing in small and mid-sized cities can help decongest cities like Accra, Dakar, and Lagos.  You can read Nelson C. J.'s work on OkayAfrica and follow Nelson C.J. on X (@nelsoncj3) and Instagram (@nelsonfromnorman____). 

Nana Oye Gyimah, Communications Officer of the Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights, has highlighted that if the government is lacking the funding to complete Agenda 111, they should partner with stakeholders who have the capability and interest to help complete it. She announced this during the presentation of key findings from the 2025 Budget Health Analysis in Accra

In Kugzua, Ghana, farmers were falling sick. They soon determined the cause: chemical fertilizer. But faced with a choice between poor crops and poor health, farmers stuck with what they were told would keep them fed—until they encountered another option. It's one that both stemmed from their traditions, and promised a healthier future for both them and their crops. In this environmental food fight, we meet farmers like Abraham Abubilla Abuari, Christiana Akparibo, and Judith Atama who are leaning into tradition and trying something new to them—compost. Find out how exactly they create the natural fertilizer, and why this technique is helping them deal with the changing climate. CreditsThis episode was written and produced in Ghana by Tamara Merritt with support from Farm Radio International's Accra office. It was hosted by Ivy Prosper and edited by Tara Sprickerhoff. Special thanks to local translators, Quality Radio FM, and the farmers who shared their stories. Translations were voiced by Eunice Gakpetor, Abraham Atubila and Jill Adinkrah. More about Nature Answers: Rural Stories from a Changing Planet at farmradio.org/natureanswersThis is a Farm Radio International podcast produced thanks to funding from the Government of Canada.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! On this first day of April, we are trying to fool you, but just slightly. Though herstories month has just ended, we have the treat of catching up with one of featured voices from last week's compilation episode. Returning with an update on Fourth Phase which was in the launch phase when last we caught up in 2020, is co-founder Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo. Nana is a dedicated social entrepreneur and humanitarian with a strong commitment to advocating for accessible healthcare for under-resourced women, children, and families. As the co-founder of Fourth Phase (https://www.fourthphasebox.com), she focuses on operations and our giving back program. She also founded non-profit, African Health Now (AHN), which is dedicated to providing vital health information and services across Sub-Saharan Africa. Prior moving into entrepreneurship, Nana had a successful background in media, having worked with prominent titles such as Honey, Suede, and Essence. And also held positions at the Clinton Global Initiative Foundation and New York Mission Society. Her philanthropic efforts have been recognized globally. In 2017, she received the prestigious title of Humanitarian of the Year from the National Council of Ghanaian Associations, recognizing her impactful contributions. She was acknowledged with a New York State Senate Proclamation acknowledging her commitment to health advocacy. She has also received the Andrew Heiskell Humanitarian Award by Time Inc. Catching up with Nana is an absolute delight, between learning all about the business of Fourth Phase to mompreneurship, I think you'll feel welcomed into a world of innovation in a serious health area with a touch of light-heartedness. In case you missed our previous conversations, links are below. Where to find Nana? On Glocal Citizens (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/nana-eyeson-akiwowo) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/neyeson/) Fourth Phase on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/fourthphasebox) Healing After Birth Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/7omQUhHgJPC6o56eApAt1m?si=2d8aeab756fd4a9c) What's Nana watching? The Golden Girls (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Golden_Girls) The Cosby Show (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cosby_Show) Chicago Fire | PD | Med | Justice (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago_(franchise)) What's Nana listening to? Beres Hammond (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcs0zn7OCj-wj0YNSl_Ai0Q) Other topics of interest: Fourth Trimester in Websters Dictionary (https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fourth%20trimester) Dr. Edward Brown in practice (https://www.brownprosthodontics.com/drbrown) About Dr. Andrew Alexis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-alexis-8641362/) and his new program Skin of Color Savvy (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUmtHdxCfF0) Where to find Dr. Ama Alexis (https://hudsonallergy.com/doctors/dr-ama-alexis/) About the TOMS model (https://www.toms.com/en-us/impact) Special Guest: Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo.

A BBC investigation has found the UK visa system is being undermined by scammers who are swindling migrants out of thousands of pounds, by promising them jobs in Britain which often do not exist. We hear more from the BBC Africa Eye reporter.Why is Kenya risking the wrath of Serbia, considered to be an ally, by recognising Kosovo and its claim to independence from Serbia?And why is Ghana's Chief Justice facing renewed efforts to remove her from office?Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Sunita Nahar, Amie Liebowitz and Nyasha Michelle in London. Daniel Dadzie in Accra, and Frenny Jowi in Nairobi Technical Producer: Gabriel O'Regan Senior Journalist: Patricia Whitehorne Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

Concrete City: Material Flows and Urbanization in West Africa delivers a theoretically informed, ethnographic exploration of the African urban world through the life of concrete. Emblematic of frenetic urban and capitalistic development, this material is pervasive, shaping contemporary urban landscapes and societies and their links to the global world. It stands and circulates at the heart of major financial investments, political forces and environmental debates. At the same time, it epitomises values of modernity and success, redefining social practices, forms of dwelling and living, and popular imaginaries. The book invites the reader to follow bags of cement from production plant to construction site, along the 1000-kilometre urban corridor that links Abidjan to Accra, Lomé, Cotonou and Lagos, combining the perspectives of cement tycoons, entrepreneurs and political stakeholders, but also of ordinary men and women who plan, build and dream of the Concrete City. With this innovative exploration of urban life through concrete, Armelle Choplin delivers a fascinating journey into and reflection on the sustainability of our urban futures.

William Boyd is the author of eighteen novels, five short story collections and numerous screenplays. His first published novel, A Good Man in Africa, was inspired by his childhood in West Africa. He is well known for writing ‘whole life' novels including Any Human Heart which he adapted as a BAFTA-winning television series. He was born in Accra in Ghana where his Scottish father worked as a doctor, specialising in tropical medicine. In 1964 the family moved to Ibadan, Nigeria where he witnessed the Nigerian Civil War – the Biafran War – which had a profound effect on him both personally and professionally.He read English Literature and Philosophy at the University of Glasgow and became a lecturer in English at St Hilda's College, Oxford. During this period he wrote novels and short stories on the side until his breakthrough novel, A Good Man in Africa, was published in 1981. In 2005 he was appointed CBE for services to literature.William lives in London with his wife Susan and over 10,000 books.DISC ONE: Sunday - Mandy Patinkin (George), Sunday in the Park with George Original Broadway Cast Ensemble and Orchestra DISC TWO: Sorry Sorry - Femi Kuti DISC THREE: Away Down the River - Alison Krauss DISC FOUR: Que reste-t-il de nos amours - Charles Trenet DISC FIVE: Daniel - Elton John DISC SIX: Britten: Violin Concerto, Op. 15: 1. Moderato con moto. Performed by Janine Jansen (violin) London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paavo Järvi DISC SEVEN: Brahms: Horn Trio In E Flat, Op. 40 - 1. Andante - Poco più animato. Performed by György Sebök (piano) Arthur Grumiaux (violin), Francis Orval (horn) DISC EIGHT: Al Otro Lado del Río - Jorge DrexlerBOOK CHOICE: Pale Fire by Vladimir Nabokov LUXURY ITEM: A piano CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Daniel - Elton JohnPresenter Lauren Laverne Producer Paula McGinley

In this episode of Visual Intonation, we delve into the captivating stories of two pioneering Ghanaian artists whose work has redefined the African visual arts landscape: Andy Madjitey and John Kwame Markin. These two visionaries have not only mastered the art of storytelling through photography and cinematography, but they have also been at the forefront of blending traditional African narratives with modern-day creativity, shaping the future of African visual culture.  Andy Madjitey's journey began on the streets of Accra, where his love for photography first took root. His camera became his passport to capturing the vibrant, raw energy of the Ghanaian youth, offering a glimpse into the pulse of the city. But Andy's story didn't stop there. His passion for visual storytelling evolved into filmmaking, where he merged his photographic skills with the art of narrative video. Andy's ability to seamlessly blend the old and the new, the traditional and the modern, became the hallmark of his work, allowing him to create content that resonates on a deeper, more personal level.  His collaborations have brought him into contact with some of the biggest names in the industry. From his groundbreaking work on 'Palmwine Diaries' to his experimental short 'Gbonyo Party' in 2023, Andy's work spans genres and challenges conventions. At the helm of La Scène Grande Studios, Andy has become a mentor and a leader in his community, creating a platform for emerging creatives and amplifying voices often left unheard. His collaborations with brands and artists across Africa, and his global connections to storytellers like Melina Matsoukas—known for her work on 'Formation' by Beyoncé and 'We Found Love' by Rihanna—reflect Andy's ever-expanding influence in both African and international creative circles.  Central to Andy's creative journey are the mentors who have shaped his vision, including Nana Kofi Asihene, who recognized Andy's potential from the start, and Wanlov, whose resourceful, gear-agnostic approach to filmmaking continues to inspire Andy's own work. These relationships, alongside his extensive experience, have propelled Andy into the spotlight as a key figure in the African filmmaking scene, where he continues to push boundaries and redefine the role of cinema in exploring complex social themes like identity, community, and tradition.  On the other hand, John Kwame Markin, known in the industry as KwameBlack, is a cinematographer and director who has built a reputation for creating some of the most visually stunning and technically sophisticated work in the industry. With over a decade of experience, John has worked on a diverse range of projects, both locally and internationally, collaborating with directors, brands, and creative teams to bring their visions to life. His exceptional eye for detail and his expertise in lighting, composition, and camera movement have made him one of the most sought-after cinematographers in Ghana.  John's professional journey has been marked by his work on a variety of high-profile projects, including commercials for global brands like Google, Nestlé, and Mastercard, as well as critically acclaimed films. His partnership with Andy Madjitey on several projects, includiSupport the showVisual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

Send me a messageIn this episode, I sit down once again with Kenny McGee, CEO of Component Sense, to delve into one of the most confronting aspects of global supply chains — electronic waste, or e-waste.Kenny recently returned from Agbogbloshie, Ghana, a site once dubbed the world's largest e-waste dump. What he found there was far more complex than expected: a vast, informal economy built around salvaging, repairing, and repurposing our discarded electronics. From TVs and fridges to circuit boards and copper wiring, items we think are being “recycled” are often ending up in the hands of workers — many of them teenagers — who burn, strip, and break devices using bare hands and basic tools.We talk through the journey of a used TV from a UK household to the streets of Accra, explore the supply chains that enable illegal exports of e-waste, and reflect on the human and environmental costs tied to our throwaway tech culture. Kenny also shares the hopeful side — stories of resilience, resourcefulness, and local charity-led education and healthcare initiatives.Key takeaways:Why the second-hand trade isn't inherently bad — but needs regulation.How plastic and clothing waste are compounding the e-waste problem.The role manufacturers must play in designing for repair and reuse.Why abrupt changes to e-waste flows could hurt the very people we aim to hElevate your brand with the ‘Sustainable Supply Chain' podcast, the voice of supply chain sustainability.Last year, this podcast's episodes were downloaded over 113,000 times by senior supply chain executives around the world.Become a sponsor. Lead the conversation.Contact me for sponsorship opportunities and turn downloads into dialogues.Act today. Influence the future.Drunk AgileDan Vacanti and Prateek Singh drink whisk(e)y and discuss various facets of agile...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Olivier Brusle Alicia Farag Kieran Ognev And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent episodes like this one.Podcast Sponsorship Opportunities:If you/your organisation is interested in sponsoring this podcast - I have several options available. Let's talk!FinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a direct message on LinkedIn, or send me a text message using this link.If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks for listening.

Kwabena Adu-Boahene, the former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau, is accused of embezzling state funds and laundering them through real estate investments in Accra.

The Ghana Standards Authority is cracking down on unapproved paint products with dangerous lead levels. Following JoyNews' Hotline documentary on American Paints, the Authority raided several shops in Accra and seized samples for testing.

Send Us A Shout!In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, we sit down with Hanson Akatti, a talented illustrator, graphic designer, and digital artist, whose work is as thought-provoking as his story. Hanson opens up about the profound impact of losing his brother and how this tragedy has shaped his perspective on life, art, and human connection.We delve into his wild and creative works, family's remarkable intelligence and how their influence has fuelled his creative journey, as well as the unexpected fear he might have of success.This episode is a raw and heartfelt exploration of art, loss, resilience, and the power of empathy and Hanson's story will leave you reflecting on the beauty and complexity of the human experience.Support the showFollow Us - IG - https://instagram.com/imld.podTwitter - https://twitter.com/imldpodFacebook - https://facebook.com/IMLDPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@imld.podAnd do subscribe to our YouTube channel here - https://youtube.com/@IfMoreLetsDivide

Kenya and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will discuss a new lending programme and abandon the current one, as the country struggles to get its economy back on track. Kenya needs continued financial support from the fund to keep up with debt repayments that have accumulated as a result of heavy government spending in recent years. What does a fall out with the IMF mean for Kenya? Also, why women in Nigeria are calling for a nationwide state of emergencyAnd in conversation with Ghana's top investigative journalist, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, who has been awarded $18m in damages!Presenter: Audrey Brown Technical Producer: Craig Kingham Producers: Patricia Whitehorne, Nyasha Michelle and Amie Liebowitz in London. Daniel Dadzie in Accra. Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love studio, Accra. 9th March, 2025.

The Democratic Republic of Congo's President Félix Tshisekedi and his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame have called for an "immediate ceasefire" in eastern DR Congo, following talks in Qatar. It's the first time the two leaders have met since Rwanda-backed M23 rebels stepped up an offensive in the region, where authorities say seven thousand people have been killed since January. Will the ceasefire be heeded?Also, there's a rapid increase of weaponised drones across the continentAnd why has Sudan suspended all imports from Kenya?Presenter: Audrey Brown Technical Producer: Chris Kouzaris Producers: Patricia Whitehorne and Sunita Nahar in London. Daniel Dadzie in Accra and Charles Gitonga in Nairobi. Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love studio, Accra. 9th March, 2025.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week, Women's Herstories Month takes me back to my recent journey to Nairobi, Kenya where the Glocal Citizens community came through in full effect. While in Nairobi I hosted the final session in the Glocal Citizens Future of Work Solutionscape and Stretch Salon Series--stay tuned for the full podcast series coming in May, and caught up with past guests, including meeting a few for the first time. This week's connection comes courtesy of Episode 146 guest, Michelle Donald (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/michelle-donald). Both Michelle and this week's guest, Vuyanzi Rodman are truly living a #borderlessmindset lifestyle. And like these women, I too now hold Kenya near to my heart. Coach Vuyanzi has called Nairobi home since 2023 where she is a sought-after resource in the corporate space and at an individual level. Her client base spans medical doctors, educational leaders performance artists, business owners, ministers, politicians, C-suite executives and corporate VPs across four continents. With a focus on women leaders, Coach Vuyanzi helps her clients become more impactful leaders by conducting one-on-one coaching to clarify their goals and overcome blocks that are holding them back, such as self-limiting beliefs and fear. She empowers women leaders through her YouTube channel, Find Your Voice with Coach Vuyanzi and uses the platform to interview women from around the world and to share her own empowering stories. As a seasoned TV presenter and radio host, she led a successful season of Rise and Shine, the popular morning show on one of Kenya's leading Christian channels, Family Media and Family TV. Where to find Coach Vuyanzi? http://vuyanzi.live/ On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vuyanzi/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/coach_vuyanzi/) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vuyanzirodman/) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@find_your_voice) What's Vuyanzi reading? I'll Take Some Self Love with That by Cece Ojany- Bekhor (https://www.themainprotagonist.com/thebook) What' so Amazing About Grace? (https://philipyancey.com/books/whats-so-amazing-about-grace-2023/) by Philip Yancey What's Vuyanzi watching? Paradise featuring Sterling K. Brown (https://press.hulu.com/shows/paradise/) BritBox (https://www.britbox.com/us/) Other topics of interest: Village of Piermont, New York (https://www.hudsonriver.com/hhrt/river-towns/rockland-county/piermont-ny/) About Teaneck, New Jersey (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teaneck,_New_Jersey) About the United African American Community Center-UAACC (https://www.uaacc.net/about_us#:~:text=From%20the%20beginning%20it%20was,the%20family%20coffers%20by%20hunting.) in Tanzania Insights on African-American migration to East Africa, 1970s (https://blackvoicenews.com/2007/01/18/tanzania-today-an-african-american-perspective/) Special Guest: Vuyanzi Rodman.

Around the world, rubbish is collecting in our gutters and waterways, with millions of tonnes being washed out to sea every year. As the soup of ocean debris kills and injures millions of marine animals, we look at two projects trying to make a dent in the problem. We discover a Greek project which has enlisted thousands of fishermen around the Mediterranean to collect rubbish from their nets, rather than throw it back. They then sort it and hand it over for recycling when they return to port. We then travel to Accra in Ghana where a group of volunteers called the Buz Stop Boys are busy clearing the streets of rubbish. They hope their noisy grassroots movement will inspire others to take responsibility for public places and stop rubbish being washed out to sea.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Producer: Claire Bates Greece reporter: Daphne Tolis Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Gareth Jones(Image: A Greek fisherman with debris recovered from the sea, Daphne Tolis/BBC)

The Chairman Of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, throws more light on this in this insightful message titled "A People of God" at The Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) - Sakumono in Accra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bamako, Niamey, Ouagadougou… Le président ghanéen John Dramani Mahama vient de boucler une tournée dans les pays de l'AES, l'Alliance des États du Sahel. Objectif, relève Afrik.com : « renforcer les liens diplomatiques et explorer les possibilités de réintégration de ces pays au sein de la Cédéao, la Communauté économique des États de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, conformément à l'appel conjoint lancé, mercredi dernier à Abidjan par le président ivoirien Alassane Ouattara et par John Dramani Mahama. Le président ghanéen a insisté sur “la nécessité d'une reconnaissance de l'Alliance des États du Sahel par la Cédéao“. Cette déclaration, estime Afrik.com, traduit une volonté manifeste de relancer le dialogue entre ces nations et l'organisation sous-régionale ».Intérêts économiques cruciaux…Sahel Tribune à Bamako s'interroge : « pourquoi Mahama tend-il aujourd'hui la main à des régimes de transition qui ont claqué la porte de la Cédéao ? Simple diplomatie ? Pas uniquement. Derrière ce rapprochement se cache une série d'intérêts économiques, stratégiques et énergétiques cruciaux pour le Ghana ».En effet, précise Sahel Tribune, « en trois jours et trois capitales, John Mahama a redéfini la posture du Ghana face aux bouleversements ouest-africains. Là où le Nigeria campe sur une ligne dure vis-à-vis de l'AES, Accra privilégie la voie du pragmatisme. Commerce, énergie, sécurité : loin des querelles institutionnelles, le président ghanéen veut ancrer son pays comme un partenaire économique et stratégique incontournable pour les trois États sahéliens. Une prise de position qui ne manquera pas de susciter des remous au sein de la Cédéao, estime encore Sahel Tribune, où le Ghana, traditionnellement proche du Nigeria, semble aujourd'hui jouer sa propre carte. Un réajustement tactique ? Un virage stratégique ? Une chose est sûre, conclut le site malien. Accra regarde désormais autant vers Bamako, Ouagadougou et Niamey que vers Abuja. Et dans cette recomposition régionale, Mahama vient de poser ses premiers jalons ».Reprendre langue…Au-delà des intérêts économiques des uns et des autres, le quotidien Aujourd'hui à Ouagadougou insiste sur le volet diplomatique de cette tournée. D'abord reprendre le dialogue… « Détendre un contexte constipé et créer un dégel diplomatique, marchepied vers une persuasion de retourner dans la Cédéao, telle était la mission de Dramani », pointe le quotidien burkinabè. « Une mission de contorsion, de confiance, de management des susceptibilités et de lecture pragmatique de la géopolitique sous-régionale et internationale. (…) Pour le moment, c'est un Dramani funambule sur un fil qui évolue et qui sait bien que deux de ses devanciers, le Togolais Faure et le Sénégalais Diomaye Faye ont fait chou blanc. S'il réussit à ce qu'Alassane Ouattara et Patrice Talon reprennent langue avec Goïta, Tiani et IB, ce serait déjà une petite victoire d'étape, car au-delà de la Cédéao, tous ces présidents se regardent de travers. »« Ne pas reculer d'un iota… »L'Alternance à Bamako s'interroge en écho : « John Dramani Mahama pourrait-il réussir là où les présidents sénégalais et togolais ont échoué ? Les présidents des États de l'AES vont-ils saisir cette ultime main tendue du président ghanéen pour revenir dans la grande famille avant qu'il ne soit trop tard ? (…) Nul ne saurait répondre par l'affirmative, affirme le quotidien bamakois, quand on sait que les trois chefs d'État de l'AES sont déterminés à aller jusqu'au bout de leurs ambitions et n'entendent pas reculer d'un iota. (…) En réalité, ils aspirent tous à rester au pouvoir aussi longtemps qu'ils le pourront hors du cadre et des normes de démocratie et de bonne gouvernance fixés par la Cédéao. Ils ne feront plus marche arrière ».Bref, conclut L'Alternance, « pour ceux qui rêvent de voir la Cédéao à 15 États et plus, plutôt que 12 risquent de voir leur rêve ne pas se réaliser, car les dirigeants des États de l'AES n'entendent pas renoncer à leurs ambitions ».Enfin, L'Essor, toujours à Bamako, prévient : « toute détente future entre la Cédéao et les pays de l'AES dépendra de ce respect mutuel qui a été demandé dès le début par les pays de la confédération et notamment le Mali. (…) La démarche ghanéenne n'altère pas le processus de retrait des trois pays déjà en marche. (…) Détente, réconciliation, coopération, l'AES s'est toujours tenue prête, ancrée qu'elle est dans le panafricanisme, mais avec une souveraineté à respecter (…) ».

Greetings Glocal Citizens! Over the week/weekend just passed, the world recognized International Women's Day (https://www.internationalwomensday.com) as well as Ghana's 68th Independence Day (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFioERq8Xfc). Both happenings inspire thoughts, reflections, and movement in my heart and mind especially as I, we sit in constant review of the world we are making, remaking and re-imagining for our now. My conversation this week, in our continued March Herstories Month series is with British-Ghanaian, Elvina Quaison (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/elvina-quaison), is with a diaspora working intently with and within communities engaged in this re-imagining. Now based back in the London after relocating to Brussels since our last conversation, where she supported diaspora and government representatives as Diaspora Engagement Specialist for the EU Global Diaspora Facility (EUDiF), a pilot project funded by the European Commission and implemented by the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD), Elvina recently took on the role of CEO with Shabaka (https://shabaka.org), a values-driven consulting and research organization focused on diaspora and migrants' humanitarian preparedness, response and recovery. Elvina has worked in the international development field, with a focus on African diaspora, for over 20 years with experience spanning diaspora engagement in humanitarianism, development, private and public sector as well as within civil society. She specializes in diaspora and private sector investment with a focus on the utilization of diaspora investment to enhance economic growth in countries of heritage and residence. Our conversation is a wonderful flash forward offering a hopeful persective on how #dynamicdiasporans are engaging with the concept and a #borderlessmindset, and #manifestinganewworld. Where to find Elvina? On LinkedIn (https://uk.linkedin.com/in/elvina-quaison) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sesa4life/) What's Elvina reading? Kindred by Octavia E. Butler (https://www.loa.org/books/643-kindred-fledgling-collected-stories/) Other topics of interest: Notes on serving on boards (https://blog.boardsource.org/blog/recruiting-for-board-diversity-with-respect) On Belgium's Human Zoo (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/apr/16/belgium-comes-to-terms-with-human-zoos-of-its-colonial-past) Brussel's AfricaMuseum (https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/13/belgium-museum-wrestles-with-colonial-past-with-40000-objects-tainted-with-violence) On the brutality of Belgium's King Leopold (https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53017188) On Onyekachi Wambu (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onyekachi_Wambu) A conversation with Sophia Stewart, creator of The Terminator and The Matrix (https://youtu.be/tjrpMZXPyKY?si=rIyrvNgrBDosz2yY) Shifters Play UK (https://www.bushtheatre.co.uk/event/shifters-west-end/) About Supacell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supacell) Special Guest: Elivina Quaison.

Ghanaian fashion innovator Kwaku Bediako is redefining luxury with sustainability at its heart. We step inside his world as he transforms second-hand garments into bold, high-fashion pieces, worn by global stars such as Stevie Wonder and Ian Wright. It was when he noticed how much material was being thrown away, that he decided to create a new brand, Cacao, where discarded fabrics can become the material for garments worn to red carpet events across the world. Kwaku has been commissioned by music producer GuiltyBeatz to make him a bespoke outfit ahead of this year's Grammy awards in LA and Daniel Dadzie goes with Kwaku as he hunts for second hand clothes at Kantamanto, Accra's largest thrift market. It's a place where the past fashions of Europe meet their future in Africa.

In this season premiere of the Change Africa Podcast, we sit down with none other than James Barnor, the legendary Ghanaian photographer and photojournalist whose work has defined generations. Often referred to as the godfather of photography in Ghana, Barnor pioneered color photography and processing in the country, capturing some of the most iconic moments in Ghanaian history.At 95 years old, Grandpa James—also known as Lucky Jim—reflects on his incredible journey from being a young apprentice in Accra to becoming a globally celebrated artist with exhibitions at Tate Modern, the Victoria & Albert Museum, and beyond. He shares insights on luck, the importance of education, and the awakening of his passion for photography. Barnor discusses capturing history through ordinary lives, the significance of celebrating forgotten heroes, and the need for community engagement in the arts. He emphasizes the importance of legacy, the pioneering spirit in national development, and the impact of technological advancements in photography. Barnor expresses his desire to inspire the next generation of photographers and his vision for the future of art in Ghana.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Change Africa Podcast01:02 The Journey of James Bano04:00 Reflections on Luck and Education06:04 The Impact of Photography on History09:58 Celebrating Forgotten Heroes12:13 The Role of Community in Photography16:02 Inspiration for the Next Generation19:59 Legacy and Institutionalization of Work24:35 Pioneering Spirit in Photography and Beyond27:02 Cultural Contributions and Community Engagement30:04 Adapting to Technological Changes in Photography36:53 Reflections on Life and Future Aspirations39:04 Political Insights and National Development PlansGuest ProfileJames Barnor, born in 1929 in Accra, Ghana, is a pioneering figure in African photography. Known for introducing color processing to Ghana in the 1970s and documenting societies in transition, his work spans street and studio photography, capturing Ghana's move toward independence and London's multicultural evolution. His exhibitions at the Tate Modern and MoMA have cemented his global influence, and he has received accolades like the Order of Volta and an honorary fellowship from the Royal Photographic Society. His official website, James Barnor, offers further insights into his legacy. This podcast is a production of Nexa Media.Do you have a question for our hosts? Email us at hello@changeafricapodcast.comFollow the podcast on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.Watch on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Traveling from Accra, Ghana to Akosombo, Ghana we arrive to the Royal Senchi Hotel in the middle of the night. We retire to the sounds of the African crickets chirping throughout the night. The next morning I wake up and make a spot of Earl Grey tea and step out on our balcony to sit and enjoy the view from the banks of the famous Volta River. This Afro House mix is inspired by that beautiful morning sitting on the balcony, on the bank of the river, enjoying life.Curated by Akwasi BaduTea leaves:Djomby: AfroTechno Feelings (Original Mix)Uncle Waffles, Rampa, Keinemusik: Tanzania (Rampa Remix)Luyo, Mike 'Agent X' Clark: Ancestral (Original Mix)&ME, Black Coffee: The Rapture Pt.IIIDj Disciple, Amine Ben, Giacomo: Heroes (Vocal Club Mix)Jihad Muhammad: Afro Nights (Main Mix)Masaki Morii: Midnight CastleEdosolinas: Swahili (Original Mix)Franky Boissy, Roland Clark, David Harness, Tedd Patterson: Black Music (David Harness and Tedd Patterson Main Afro Mix)Coflo, Ron Trent: A Warrior's Dance (Ron Trent Remix)Caiiro, Pixie L, Xolani Guitars: Hlala (Original Mix)Thanks for listening and be sure to share the music with your friends. Download a copy and share with like minded people. Android Nation! Get the KEWL Lounge app in your Google Play store, Free! From the comfort of your smart phone, tablet, & computer quick access to all things KEWL in the KEWL Lounge. Websites, music, podcast, store, Facebook, Twitter, and contact info all in one app. Listen to the KEWL Lounge 24/7 KEWL Music 4 KEWL People http://www.kewllounge.net Click on, Tune in & B KEWL!!!

Governor of the Bank of Ghana has revealed that the state has paid a total of $230M, leaving a balance of $31.8M to be paid to the contractors. Dr. Johnson Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, briefed Parliament today, March 4, 2025, on the cost of constructing the new head office at Ridge in Accra

Deutschland braucht Fachkräfte – Ghana hat sie. Doch wer von Accra nach Berlin will, stößt auf komplizierte Visa-Verfahren, hohe Kosten und zögerliche Firmen. IT-Spezialist Joel träumt vom Job in Deutschland. Auch sein Weg ist voller Unsicherheiten. Von Lucia Weiß;Weiss, Lucia www.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Die Reportage

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Studio, Accra. 16th February, 2025.

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Studio, Accra. 16th February, 2025.

Preached at The Experience Service, First Love Church, Accra. 16th February, 2025.

Preached at The Experience Service, First Love Church, Accra. 16th February, 2025.

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Studio, Accra. 9th Feruary, 2025.

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Studio, Accra. 9th Feruary, 2025.

Preached at The Experience Service, First Love Center, Accra. 9th February, 2025.

Preached at The Experience Service, First Love Center, Accra. 9th February, 2025.

Ed Butler travels to Kantamanto market in Accra, Ghana. 15 million used garments arrive in Ghana every week from all over the world - most ends up at Kantamanto but a lot can't be sold because it's in poor condition. That ends up as landfill. Just weeks after Ed's visit, a disastrous fire raised it to the ground, so he's been back in touch with some of the vendors he spoke to as they try and get the market, and their livelihoods, up and running again. Produced and presented by Ed Butler

The prosecution has asked for a hearing to determine whether or not Mr. Green, Karen Read's digital forensic expert, can testify. The defense argued that all forensic experts use the same methodology—they take the digital extraction, run it through different tools, and interpret the information. The defense also argued that the prosecution's efforts to prevent the expert from testifying are "dystopian" and "Orwellian." The defense asked the court to deny the motion and not have a Daubert Hearing.The prosecution's police expert, Trooper Guarino, ran Jen McCabe's phone through two different analyzer programs and one program indicated that the Google search was there, and that was not turned over to the defense in the initial report.It'll be interesting to see what happens Friday's hearing and we'll be paying attention to how many times Mr. Alessi says "Orwellian" and if the court brings up the ACCRA experts and the discovery issue.Watch the full coverage: https://youtube.com/live/7dNN7AE5mekThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

Preached at The Experience Service, First Love Center, Accra. 19th January, 2024.