Podcasts about Accra

Preached at The eXperience Service, First Love Church, Accra. 25th May, 2025.

Preached at The eXperience Service, First Love Church, Accra. 25th May, 2025.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week Hélène Himmer, a French national with roots in the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, now based in Portugal joins me in conversation about her current work at African Futures Lab (AfaLab) leading a project on climate reparations. I met Hélène last November at FORGE: Harnessing Creative Arts for Reparatory Justice, a convening of artists, media, cultural workers, civil society, and government leaders across Africa, Europe and the U.S. to further the movement for reparations. The event took place in Accra, Ghana and featured Glocal Citizens Esther Armah (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/esther-armah), Makmid Kamara (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/makmid-kamara), and Nyamal Tutdeal (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/nyamal-tutdeal) as facilitators. In addition to meeting so many dynamic diasporans I was introduced to organizations like AfaLab, an international non-profit organization supporting racial justice movements in Europe and Africa through conducting research and developing policy and legal strategies to empower civil society actors and public and private institutions in their fight for justice and reparations. Currently the Policy and Advocacy Officer at AfaLab, Hélène is a committed activist and professional with a diverse background in human rights law, corporate social responsibility and international development. Her activism began in her early teens with a youth organization focused on education, youth rights and inclusion. She then spent several years working for racial justice in France. Moving to the corporate sector, Hélène worked in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in start-ups and technology companies. However, her passion for social impact led her to international organizations where she specialized in advocacy, project management and partnerships. Her work has focused on climate justice, peacebuilding, anti-corruption, women's empowerment, youth cooperation and inclusive societies across Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and the MENA region. Where to find Hélène? AfaLab Policy Paper "Unlocking Climate Reparations: Key Obstacles in the Emergence of a Climate Reparations Framework" (https://www.afalab.org/news/2024-09-18-unlocking-climate-reparations-key-obstacles-in-the-emergence-of-a-climate-reparations-framework/) Listen in on AfaLab's Season 3 Podcast Future Perfect | futur antérieur on Climate Reparations (https://www.afalab.org/podcast-future-perfect-futur-anterieur/) On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/hélène-himmer-886037157/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/african_futures_lab/) What's Hélène reading? REDD-Monitor (https://redd-monitor.org/) Other topics of interest: Brittany, France (linkhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brittany) A bit about Guadeloupe (https://kwekudee-tripdownmemorylane.blogspot.com/2013/11/guadeloupe-african-descendants-in.html) Who is Dr. Farhana Sultana (https://farhanasultana.com/)? About the Loss and Damage Fund (https://www.undp.org/belarus/stories/loss-and-damage-fund-developing-countries) Center for International Environmental Law (https://www.ciel.org/) Special Guest: Hélène Himmer.

The President of the Greater Accra Market Association, Mercy Naa Afrowa Needjan, has declared strong support for the AMA ongoing decongestion campaign in the Central Business District, describing it as a “good agenda” that deserves collective backing from traders.

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Adentan Municipal Assembly, Ella Esinam Non-go, has confirmed that three people lost their lives following torrential rains that caused severe flooding across parts of Accra on Sunday, May 18, 2025

Matsalar barace-barace a kan titunan manyan birane a Yammavin Afirka sai daɗa yin ƙamari take, to sai dai bisa ga dukan alamu mahukunta a ƙasar Ghana sun ƙuduri aniyar kawo ƙarshen wannan ɗabi'a. Domin a cikin makon jiya, jami'an tsaro sun cafke mabarata sama da dubu biyu a birnin Accra kawai, kuma yawancinsu ƴan asalin ƙasashen Najeriya, Nijar, Burkina Faso da Mali ne.Shin ko akwai dalilan da za su sa jama'a su mayar da bara a matsayin sana'a?Ko waɗanne matakai ya kamata a ɗauka domin kawo ƙarshen wannan ɗabi'a ta bara?Ku latsa alamar sauti domin sauraren mabanbantan ra'ayoyin jama'a.

The Municipal Chief Executive for the Adentan Municipal Assembly, Ella Esiman Nongo, has confirmed that three people died following torrential rains that triggered severe flooding across parts of Accra on Sunday, May 18, 2025.

Preached at The Founders Day Service, First Love Church, Accra. 18th May, 2025.

Preached at The Founders Day Service, First Love Church, Accra. 18th May, 2025.

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest and extradition of a notorious armed robbery suspect, Adinda Abdul Mujibu, who had been on the run after a string of high-profile robberies targeting affluent neighbourhoods in Accra between 2022 and 2024.

Morgan White Filled in on NightSide with Dan ReaTrelane Clark has been serving in education for well over 25 years and is a recognized leader in public, private, urban, and suburban schools. This year, Clark will travel to Washington, D.C. and Accra, Ghana to participate in two education summits for educators looking to grow as professionals and learn about the future of education. Morgan and Clark explore the educational differences between U.S. schools and those in Ghana.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

Ghana Immigration Service launches major crackdown on undocumented immigrants, collaborates with embassies to deport over 2,000 arrested.

More than 2,000 children and adults have been picked up by the Ghana Immigration Service in an ongoing operation targeting undocumented migrants and street beggars in Accra.

The Ghana Immigration Service has confirmed the commencement of a nationwide operation to address the presence of undocumented migrants across major cities, with a particular focus on Accra.

The Mayor of Accra, Michael Allotey, has issued a final ultimatum to street traders operating illegally on pavements and busy roads in the capital, giving them until Tuesday, 20 May, to vacate or face forcible removal.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week's guest is a dynamic activist that I had the pleasure of working with while distributing a documentary (see other topics of interest) featuring the work that has become his origin story in the world of Pan-African development. Hamzat “Hamzy!” Lawal is a global citizen, community organizer, an award-winning advocate and humanitarian who has successfully led grassroots campaigns in over 40 African countries. He specializes in practical issues associated with climate change, open data, advocacy and development policies affecting rural and deprived communities. He is the Founder of Follow The Money (http://followthemoneyng.org), a home-grown, Pan-African grassroots, data-driven initiative currently in 10 African countries. As the Chief Executive of Connected Development (CODE) (http://connecteddevelopment.org/), an organization he also founded, CODE won the ONE Africa 2016 Award recognizing, rewards, and advances the exceptional work of African organizations; dedicated to helping the continent achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). When he is not social entrpreneuring, Hamzy sits on the Executive Board of the largest Youth Movement in Africa: African Youth Initiative on Climate Change (AYICC) (http://ayicc.net/), and has joined his voice on different platforms and policy influencing coalitions across Africa such as the Not Too Young To Run (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Not_Too_Young_To_Run) movement which drives youth political inclusion. And also serves as an Education Champion with the Malala Fund, organization working for a world where all girls can learn for 12 years and lead without fear. This is definitely a listening and learning opportunity with wonderful insights into the work of empowering the youth that are poised to lead the Continent. Where to find Hamzy? On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamzat-lawal-85409129/) On Facebook (https://web.facebook.com/hamzatblawal/?_rdc=1&_rdr#) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hamzycode/) What's Hamzy reading? Love Does not Win Elections (https://www.narrativelandscape.com/product/love-does-not-win-elections/) by Glocal Citizen Ayisha Osori (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/ayisha-osori) Other topics of interest: The documentary that started it all Perspective (https://vimeo.com/272930033) About Kogi State (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kogi_State), Nigeria and the Ebira (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ebira_people) people About #SaveBagega (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bagega) Another side of Bauchi State (https://youtu.be/a7KJxxKTVkA?si=VS0FSk157OAF3dSy) Special Guest: Hamzat Lawal.

The Attorney General's Office has formally charged former Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund CEO Solomon Asamoah and ex-board chairman Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi for their roles in the controversial Accra Sky Train project, which allegedly cost the state $2 million without authorization.

Toni Blackman is a groundbreaking artist and educator who has captivated audiences worldwide - 50 countries to date! As the first official U.S. Hip Hop Ambassador, she has performed at prestigious venues like the UN, Carnegie Hall, and the Apollo Theater. A pioneer in Hip Hop theater and education, Toni was both an Echoing Green and a Soros Fellow for programs she created like Rhyme Like a Girl and The Freestyle Union. She has also worked as a Spoken Word/Rap Coach for Disney's Emmy Award-winning series, The Crossover. With a passion for social justice and cultural exchange, Toni continues to inspire and empower through her music, writing, and community work. Fresh off dates in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Accra and Joburg, Toni's celebrating the upcoming release of her audiobook for Wisdom of the Cypher, as well as the release of her documentary, A Woman's Place is in the Cypher, supported by the Big We Foundation's SheStories grant. Toni lives between Brooklyn, NY and Dakar, Senegal.https://www.toniblackman.com---Support this quality, independent Hip Hop cultural journalism: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfaces or https://mannyfaces.substack.com---Hip-Hop Can Save America! with Manny Faces is a Manny Faces Media production, in association with The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy.LINKS AND RESOURCES:SHOW WEBSITE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.comON YOUTUBE: https://www.hiphopcansaveamerica.com/watchMANNY FACES: https://www.mannyfaces.comNEWSLETTER (free!): https://mannyfaces.substack.comSUPPORT QUALITY INDIE HIP HOP JOURNALISM: https://www.patreon.com/mannyfacesManny Faces Media (podcast production company): https://www.mannyfacesmedia.comThe Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy: https://www.hiphopadvocacy.orgSPONSORS / FRIENDS:The Mixtape Museum: https://www.mixtapemuseum.orgHip-Hop Hacks: https://www.hiphophacks.comHip-Hop Can Save America! is produced, written, edited, smacked, flipped, rubbed down, and distributed by Manny Faces. Eternal thanks to Consulting Producer, Sommer McCoy.

The two Ghanaian women, who were reportedly lured to Nigeria through a romance scam and later held captive by a criminal syndicate, have been safely returned to Accra

Ice Prince's journey from losing his father at age 11 to becoming an Afrobeats pioneer is nothing short of extraordinary. In this deeply personal conversation, he reveals how spending 11 years as a "studio rat" prepared him for the magical moment when "Oleku" came together in just one hour, forever changing his life and the African music landscape.What makes Ice Prince's story remarkable is his perspective on responsibility. As an only son with both parents now deceased, he embraced his role as family provider from a young age, even crafting palm slippers to earn money. "I love it when they ask me," he says about supporting family members. "It gives me a sense of purpose." This grounding force helped him navigate fame when "Oleku" exploded across the continent, leading to his first international booking in Ghana – a connection he cherishes deeply.The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Ice Prince discusses the relationship between Nigerian and Ghanaian music scenes. Rather than seeing division, he passionately advocates for unity: "Accra is closer to Lagos than Jos is," he notes, emphasizing cultural connections over national boundaries. His vision extends beyond music to leadership, wishing African presidents would collaborate as frequently as artists do. "We need to unite our continent more, starting from the leadership to the artistry," he insists.With refreshing honesty, Ice Prince addresses cannabis use, relationship regrets, and the lessons he's learned across his decade-plus career. Now working on a new collaboration album with producer Chopsticks through Chocolate City distribution, he defines success not by accolades but by "happiness and being in a position to bless yourself and others." His book recommendations – including Think Big by Ben Carson – reveal the depth of thought behind his artistic expression.Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his music, this episode offers profound insights into the mind of a true African music pioneer who continues to evolve while staying true to his roots. Subscribe now and join the Konnected Minds community as we explore more transformative conversations with influential voices shaping our world.Support the showWatch the video episode of this on YouTube - https://linktr.ee/konnectedminds

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.

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, who also serves as the Member of Parliament for Shai-Osudoku, has appealed to assembly members to support and confirm the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) nominated by President John Dramani Mahama. She emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation to ensure effective local governance and development

Today's message is entitled No More Breakdowns by our Papa, Apostle Edwin Odonkor.He is the head pastor of Treasure House Bible Church International — a thriving church in Accra, Ghana.Our Papa teaches that when we rely on the Holy Spirit, we avoid unnecessary breakdowns in life. Just as a vehicle requires regular maintenance and guidance from the dashboard to avoid failure, so too must believers rely on the Holy Spirit for direction, strength, and renewal.Apostle Edwin gives us divine insights into how walking closely with the Spirit of God prevents spiritual, emotional, and even physical breakdowns.Be blessed as you listen to Apostle Edwin Odonkor.

This episode is a little different than what you're used to, as it's a special swap with Commons and their Second Nature podcast. It's an amazing listen and I'm stoked to share it with y'all! “I think this is inspiring people to move away from being passive consumers to instead becoming stewards of their belongings and have that sense of responsibility and it goes beyond this individual action…For us, democratizing repair isn't just a luxury or a trend, it's something essential to creating this future where sustainability and equity guide the way forward.” -Sumaq Alvarado del Aguida, Suay Sew Shop This month's theme is – HOW TOXINS FROM OUR CLOTHES MOVE AROUND THE WORLD. This episode by Second Nature gets into the layers around donated clothing, how BIG of an issue it is, and how global it truly is. From talking about the recent devastating fire in Kantamanto Market in Accra, Ghana, to the onslaught of clothing donations that overwhelmed facilities in Los Angeles after the wildfires in January this year, this episode explores some interested parallels and disturbing realities around the low quality of so much of the clothing that ends up in the donation cycle, as well as the harmful impacts that toxins within those clothes can have on the communities where they land. You'll hear from Sumaq of Suay Sew Shop in LA on the excess of crappy clothing that was donated to them amidst the wildfires, and how they are working to get creative with those textiles. One thing I want to highlight is how Sumaq shares that we need to become “stewards of our belongings”. Passing it over to Katelan, the host of Second Nature, who will share more with you in this special episode!  Second Nature Episode Follow Second Nature on Instagram

In this episode of The Balance, I sit down with Ruba Abi Saab, Instructional Coach and Teaching and Learning Coordinator at Al Rayan International School in Accra, Ghana. Ruba shares how concept-based inquiry shapes her work with teachers and students, encouraging deeper thinking, empathy, and purposeful action. We talk about her passion for integrating service learning, graphic organizers, and play-based strategies in early years classrooms to foster both academic and emotional growth. Ruba also reflects on our work together implementing Universal Design for Learning and blended learning models, and the impact these approaches have had on teacher practice and student engagement. If you're looking to make learning more meaningful and inclusive, this conversation is full of insight and inspiration.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week returning guest, Yasmina Fagbemi (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/yasmina-f-edwards), is flashing forward with us with an update on her latest projects and evolving glocal citizenship. Having emigrated to the United States in the 1990s, she began her career in marketing with major international corporations. Building on this experience, she developed her network to fuel her passion for cinema. She produced her first documentary, "Bigger Than Africa," a film highlighting Yoruba culture that was featured on Netflix. She went on to develop multiple projects and met Gabriel Souleyka, with whom she founded Tioleja Films to bring original projects to life that contribute to Africa's growing prominence in global cinema. The film "My Soul is a Witness" has been announced in pre-production across global media outlets. Her new feature film, "The Soul of Africa," directed by Gabriel Souleyka, will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this May. As an editor and publisher, she is committed to publishing stories that others don't tell. Be sure to check out her socials for updates on where you can view or read more about African stories that are worth getting to know more about! Where to find Yasmina? https://tiolejafilms.com On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmina-fagbemi-edwards-4200ba5/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/yasminafagbemi/) On Facebook (https://web.facebook.com/people/Yasmina-FEdwards/100063690843487/?_rdc=1&_rdr#) On TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@yasminafagbemi) What's Yasmina reading? Tioleja Titles (https://tiolejaeditions.com) What's Yasmina watching? Sinners (https://youtu.be/bKGxHflevuk?si=HoVJe6bfF6FQ14FM) Other topics of interest: Le Festival des Divinités Noires (https://festivaldesdivinitesnoires.org/) About Lomé, Togo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lom%C3%A9) About Aného, Togo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/An%C3%A9ho) About Abrahamic Religions (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abrahamic_religions) Pavillon Afrique @ Cannes (https://www.pavillonafriques.com) More about the persecution of Blacks in the Nazi camp system (https://wienerholocaustlibrary.org/2020/10/26/461/) More about Joy-Ann Reid (https://www.joyannreid.com) Special Guest: Yasmina Fagbemi.

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has disclosed that 20% of the installed streetlights in the region have been stolen due to widespread theft. She shared this information during a media address at the District Chief Executive (DCE) nominee confirmation process

From London to New York to Accra to Vienna | The World Is Standing With Ibrahim Traoré

Accra is bracing for political upheaval today as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and a coalition of allied political forces take to the streets in a fiery protest against what they call a “politically engineered assault” on Ghana's judiciary

New Patriotic Party (NPP) and several other political groups staged a protest in Accra on Monday to oppose the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo, citing concerns over judicial independence and due process.

The WE WILL DREAM festival delegation joins the 2025 International Black Theatre Summit (IBTS) in Accra, Ghana, deepening connections between Black artists and creatives from across the diaspora. In this episode, the WWDF delegation joins the podcast to discuss their upcoming voyage to Africa. They confess their fears, lay out their intentions, and leave room for discovery of revelations that could only be actualized amongst their ancestral atmosphere. The Self-Aware Millennial podcast is hosted by delegate and Multi-Hypenate Performing Artist, Jessica Mixon (J.Mix) and is joined by friends of the show; Lauren Turner Hines (Artistic Director), and Brian Egland (Playwright).Wanna give your thoughts about this episode? Send us a textSupport the showFor deeper conversations & to support our work for this show, join our Patreon for as low as $1/month.https://www.patreon.com/theselfawaremillennial-Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok!-Questions or inquiries? Email theselfawaremillennial@gmail.com-Producer(s): J.Mix + Lefty LucySound editor(s): Ben Ross + Theo Fogleman + J.MixVideo editor(s): Ben Ross + J.MixMusic by J.Mix Recipient of New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation Community Partnership Grant ('23-24)Powered by Triple Threat Mediahttps://theselfawaremillennial.com

Early this year there was a catastrophic fire at the world's biggest market for selling and upcycling second-hand clothes. Kantamanto market, in Ghana's capital Accra, was accidently set alight, and most of the small stalls in the retail part of the huge market burnt to the ground. Two people died, many were injured, and the livelihoods of thousands of people were destroyed, driving many of them into debt and desperation. But the impact of the fire spread much further than that.    You may not have heard of Kantamanto market, but it plays a vital role in dealing with our textile excess. This is where many of the clothes we donate to charity shops, goodwill centres, or put in textile bins end up. The West African market takes bales of clothing from all over the world and does its best to recycle them. But what can't be used is dumped at informal waste sites or burned, causing mounting environmental problems in Accra's streets and on Ghana's beautiful beaches.     This episode of Haptic and Hue's Tales of Textiles looks at the tragedy and the ingenuity of Kantamanto and tracks the global cost of fast fashion and textile excess. Will the demand for cheap textiles and clothing stop increasing year on year and can they ever be properly recycled? And what can we as consumers do about it?    For more information about this episode and pictures of the people and places mentioned in this episode please go to https://hapticandhue.com/tales-of-textiles-series-7/.   To join  Friends of Haptic & Hue with an extra podcast every month hosted by Jo Andrews and Bill Taylor – here's the link: https://hapticandhue.com/join/

In this final episode from my time in Accra, Ghana, we dive even deeper into everyday life in this vibrant city. I meet a local through Couchsurfing for an authentic conversation about life in Accra, explore the growing middle class, talk about Ghana's huge number of government ministers, and discover some hidden gems. Plus, on The Vagabond Hotline, listeners share the weirdest things they've eaten while traveling – from fermented horse milk to almost trying balut myself. It's a jam-packed final chapter before Cynthia and I leave Accra and head north for more adventures across Ghana. Key Takeaways: The surprising number of government ministers in Ghana Understanding the income gap and cost of living in Accra Hidden gems like Legon Botanical Gardens Hilarious and bizarre travel food stories on The Vagabond Hotline Preparing to leave the city for rural adventures in Ghana Relevant Links: Follow The Radio Vagabond on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ Like The Radio Vagabond on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond Follow on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/radiovagabond Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond Read the full blog post for this episode: https://theradiovagabond.com/365-ghana

I denne tredje og sidste del fra Accra tager jeg dig endnu længere ind under overfladen i Ghanas hovedstad. Vi taler om alt fra: Hvorfor Ghana har så mange ministre Store indkomstforskelle og dagliglivets udfordringer Et hyggeligt Couchsurfing-møde Vagabond Hotline om mærkelig madoplevelser – og hvorfor jeg takkede nej til en bestemt "delikatesse" i Filippinerne Nøglepointer: Ghana har over 100 ministre – nogle ret usædvanlige. En skolelærer i Ghana tjener omkring 125 USD om måneden. Ghana rangerer som et af de sikreste lande i Afrika ifølge Statista. Mange ghanesere kæmper med høje leveomkostninger trods lave lønninger. Vagabond Hotline: Gæret hestemælk, levende blæksprutter og Pumbaa på menuen. Relevante links: Følg The Radio Vagabond på sociale medier: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond https://twitter.com/radiovagabond https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond Læs hele blogindlægget her: https://radiovagabond.dk/414-ghana

What do a sneaker-shaped coffin, a suspicious cocktail, and a spontaneous live performance have in common? They all happened to me in just two unforgettable days in Accra, Ghana. In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, we continue our journey through the vibrant capital. I take you to the famous Paa Joe Coffin Works to explore Ghana's incredible tradition of fantasy coffins, and you'll hear how I ended up singing "Danish Man in Accra" in a lively bar after Cynthia ordered a drink with a name that raised more than a few eyebrows. We also dig deeper into Ghanaian society – from the many government ministries to the challenges of living costs for everyday Ghanaians. Plus, I'll share conversations with locals and some funny moments you won't want to miss. Key Takeaways: Explore the colorful and creative world of fantasy coffins at Paa Joe Coffin Works Hear how I got pulled into an impromptu live performance at a bar in Accra Discover how locals feel about Ghana's many government ministries Understand the reality of living costs and income gaps in modern Ghana Learn why Accra is a city that buzzes with energy, culture, and stories around every corner Relevant Links: Visit Paa Joe Coffin Works and learn more about their fantasy coffins tradition: https://www.paa-joe-art.com/ Follow The Radio Vagabond on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond Follow on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/radiovagabond Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond Visit the blog post for more details and photos: https://theradiovagabond.com/364-ghana

Hvad har en kiste formet som en kæmpe sneaker, en mistænkeligt navngivet cocktail og et spontant live-optræden til fælles? Det hele skete for mig – på bare to uforglemmelige dage i Accra, Ghana. I denne episode af The Radio Vagabond fortsætter vi eventyret i Ghanas pulserende hovedstad. Jeg besøger det berømte Paa Joe Coffin Works og dykker ned i Ghanas unikke tradition med fantasifulde kister. Du får også historien om, hvordan jeg endte med at synge "Danish Man in Accra" i en livlig bar efter, at Cynthia bestilte en drink med et navn, der skabte grin og løftede øjenbryn. Vi ser også nærmere på samfundet i Ghana – lige fra antallet af ministerier til udfordringerne med stigende leveomkostninger. Der er masser af gode historier og små øjeblikke, du ikke vil gå glip af. Vigtige pointer: Oplev farverige og kreative kister hos Paa Joe Coffin Works Hør hvordan jeg blev trukket ind i en spontan live-optræden i Accra Få et indblik i, hvorfor ghaneserne taler så meget om deres mange ministerier Forstå leveomkostningerne og indkomstforskellene i Ghana Mærk energien, kulturen og historierne, der gør Accra til en uforglemmelig by Relevante links: Besøg Paa Joe Coffin Works og lær mere om deres tradition: https://www.paa-joe-art.com/ Følg The Radio Vagabond på Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ Synes godt om The Radio Vagabond på Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond Abonner på YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond Følg på Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/radiovagabond Følg på TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond Læs blogindlægget og se billeder her: https://radiovagabond.dk/413-ghana

Direction Accra, la capitale du Ghana. Alors que la saison des pluies approche, ce sont cinq millions d'habitants qui se mettent à craindre une montée incontrôlée des eaux. Les inondations peuvent causer des dégâts se chiffrant à plusieurs milliards de dollars. Face à ces débordements, dus notamment à un urbanisme inadapté et une mauvaise gestion des déchets, le gouvernement a mis en place des plans d'action, mais il n'est pas sûr que cela suffise.  En cette fin de mois d'avril, la saison des pluies commence à se faire sentir au Ghana. Avec l'arrivée des premières averses, ce sont également de mauvais souvenirs qui émergent. « La situation devient très mauvaise ici quand il y a beaucoup de pluie, tout est plein de boue et de saleté ». Gilbert Opoku, 40 ans, vit depuis une dizaine d'années à Adabraka, l'une des quartiers de la capitale les plus exposés aux inondations. « Ce n'est pas une situation normale, les gens doivent quitter leur maison pour aller dans la rue, ils n'ont même plus de vêtements, ça ramène des moustiques et plein d'autres maladies… Le gouvernement ne fait pas assez pour nous aider », dit-il. Gilbert Opoku, comme l'ensemble des habitants d'Adabraka, gardent tous en tête les inondations de 2015, où plus d'une centaine de personnes ont perdu la vie.Pour éviter qu'un tel drame ne se reproduise, le gouvernement ghanéen lance en 2020 le Projet de développement intégré et résilient du Grand Accra, ou Garid. Un chantier titanesque, financé par la Banque mondiale à hauteur de 350 millions de dollars…Kwadwo Ohene Sarfoh, coordinateur du projet, explique l'ampleur de la tâche. « Nous intervenons sur environ 13 ou 14 projets… Il s'agit de réorienter certains canaux, de doubler leur volume, d'augmenter leur débit et leur profondeur… L'un des points les plus importants est de s'assurer d'avoir un programme cohérent de dragage ».La gestion des déchets, un défi crucial mais complexeLe projet Garid prévoit également de s'attaquer à la gestion de déchets, essentielle pour éviter tout engorgement des canaux d'évacuation. Les travaux souffrent cependant d'importants retard. En cause, des habitations illégales qu'il faudrait détruire. Une situation délicate selon le coordinateur du projet. « Ces gens vivent à la marge car ils n'ont pas moyen de posséder une terre. Il y a donc un risque qu'ils reviennent. Il faut donc trouver des endroits alternatifs où ces personnes puissent aller ».Mais ce retard pris dans la lutte contre les inondations revêt également des causes plus politiques : c'est ce qu'a démontré Stephen Appiah Takyi, chercheur spécialisé dans la planification urbaine et environnementale. « Si vous voulez construire en zone humide, vous devez normalement obtenir une permission du parlement. Vous n'êtes pas non plus censé construire à moins de 30 m d'une zone humide…  Tout cela n'est pas respecté. Nous avons donc de bonnes lois, qui répondent aux critères internationaux, mais la vérité est qu'elles ne sont pas appliquées, et c'est pour ça que nous nous retrouvons dans cette situation aujourd'hui ».La conséquence selon le chercheur de litiges de propriétés et d'institutions souffrant d'un grave manque de moyens. Autant de problèmes à résoudre pour que la capitale du Ghana cesse, un jour, de se faire submerger.À lire aussiGhana: des inondations font 27 000 déplacés dans le sud-est du pays

C'est demain, à Rome, qu'auront lieu les funérailles du pape François. Et parmi les hommages au souverain pontife, il y a celui d'une personnalité musulmane qui l'a rencontré il y a dix ans en Centrafrique. À l'époque, le Sénégalais Abdoulaye Bathily était le représentant spécial du secrétaire général de l'ONU en Afrique centrale. Aujourd'hui, il est l'envoyé spécial du président du Sénégal auprès du Mali, du Niger et du Burkina Faso. Quel souvenir garde-t-il du pape François ? Le professeur Bathily témoigne au micro de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : Pourquoi voulez-vous rendre hommage au pape François ? Abdoulaye Bathily : Eh bien, le pape François n'a pas été que le chef de l'Eglise catholique. En Afrique, il a joué un rôle très important dans certains conflits. J'ai été témoin de l'un en particulier : en novembre 2015, comme vous le savez, il a visité la République centrafricaine et le pape ne s'est pas simplement occupé de sa mission pastorale… Il a tenu à aller même jusqu'à la mosquée de Bangui, dans le quartier PK5, qui regroupait beaucoup de musulmans. Et il est resté avec nous à la mosquée. Il s'est entretenu avec les chefs religieux musulmans, avec tous les acteurs de Centrafrique. Ce geste m'a particulièrement marqué. Et il faut dire que c'est ce passage du pape qui nous a permis, vraiment, de donner une accélération au processus politique en Centrafrique, qui a abouti ? pour la première fois dans l'histoire de la Centrafrique, à l'organisation d'élections libres, démocratiques et transparentes [en décembre 2015]. Et bien entendu, je suis navré que cette œuvre du souverain pontife n'ait pas été suivie, quand je vois ce qui se passe aujourd'hui, les tentatives de troisième mandat, source encore d'instabilité pour ce pays.Donc, ce que vous avez vu à Bangui, ce n'est pas seulement un pape, c'est aussi un homme avec ses qualités ?Un homme avec ses qualités. Il a une vision œcuménique de l'humanité. Le pape François est un humaniste. Et malheureusement, quand on voit les tourments du monde actuel au moment où il quitte cette terre, il y a de quoi vraiment le regretter profondément.Regrettez-vous qu'il s'en aille au moment où arrive Donald Trump ? En tout cas, aujourd'hui, la scène internationale manque d'une voix forte, une voix morale. Le souverain pontife François a donné cet exemple et nous souhaitons que cette crise de leadership puisse être surmontée le plus rapidement possible parce que le monde est en manque de leadership. Aujourd'hui, il y a une véritable crise de leadership de qualité.Alors, dans leur document commun de 2019 pour la fraternité, le pape et le grand imam de la mosquée Al-Azhar du Caire écrivent « Le pluralisme et les diversités de religion, de couleur, de sexe, de race et de langue sont une sage volonté divine par laquelle Dieu a créé les êtres humains », sous-entendu, Dieu s'exprime à travers plusieurs religions. Vous qui êtes musulman, comment vous avez réagi à ce document ? Il n'y a pas plus sage que ces termes-là. C'est magnifique, ce qui est dit là. Et l'avenir du monde est dans ces propos. Sinon, c'est l'aventure, c'est le chaos. C'est pourquoi nous avons plus que jamais besoin d'un leadership responsable.Vous rendez donc hommage à François, le pape du dialogue… Mais vous aussi, à votre niveau, vous êtes un homme de dialogue puisque Bassirou Diomaye Faye vous a nommé l'an dernier envoyé spécial de la présidence sénégalaise auprès du Burkina Faso, du Niger et du Mali. Mais cette semaine, à Accra, au Ghana, pour les 50 ans de la Cédéao, aucun ministre de ces trois pays n'est venu. La cassure entre l'Alliance des Etats du Sahel et la Cédéao est donc manifeste. Est-ce que vous n'êtes pas découragé ? Le découragement n'est pas une option pour moi. Je suis venu justement à Accra, ici, pour remettre un message de solidarité et d'espoir. Un message qui témoigne de la volonté des deux chefs d'Etat, Bassirou Diomaye Faye du Sénégal et John Dramani Mahama du Ghana, de continuer, aux côtés de leurs autres collègues de notre région ouest-africaine, le dialogue, la négociation, la discussion pour que l'Afrique de l'Ouest soit restaurée dans sa stabilité, dans ses perspectives de développement. Voilà pourquoi je suis là aujourd'hui. Oui, mais la rupture est consommée, non ? Je ne suis pas du même avis que vous. Les peuples veulent rester ensemble. L'histoire et la géographie nous le commandent et nous y arriverons.Est-ce qu'avec les contacts que vous avez établis et qui sont solides avec Bamako, Niamey, Ouagadougou, vous avez l'espoir que d'ici le 29 juillet, la date limite, il soit possible de trouver un accord entre l'AES et la Cédéao ? L'histoire est une course de fond, ce n'est pas une course de vitesse. Je suis optimiste et les peuples de l'Afrique de l'Ouest veulent rester ensemble pour construire des espaces de paix et de solidarité.

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Studio, Accra. 20th April, 2025.

Preached at The Resurrection Sunday, First Love Church, Accra. 20th April, 2025.

Preached at The FLOW Church Service, First Love Studio, Accra. 20th April, 2025.

Preached at The Resurrection Sunday, First Love Church, Accra. 20th April, 2025.

Getting around Accra is not for the faint-hearted! From endless traffic to public transport drama, moving from one place to another can feel like a full-time job. In this episode of Stay By Plan, we dive deep into the daily struggles of transport in Ghana — the chaos, the funny moments, and the survival tactics everyone needs.We're joined by Sheena Sue Biney, the General Manager of WopeCar, who shares her wildest transport stories (including the time she had to bite a thief in traffic

Les célébrations des 50 ans de la Communauté économique des États de l'Afrique de l'Ouest (Cédéao) ont commencé mardi 22 avril. Mais cet anniversaire coïncide avec le départ de trois pays fondateurs de l'organisation, qui ont ensuite créé l'Alliance des États du Sahel (AES). Le Ghana espère encore les convaincre de réintégrer la Cédéao. Où en sont aujourd'hui les relations entre les 12 pays de l'organisation et les pays de l'AES ? Gilles Yabi est le fondateur et le directeur exécutif du think tank citoyen Wathi. Il répond aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier depuis Dakar RFI : Gilles Yabi, « Longue vie à la Cédéao et à la solidarité Ouest-africaine » a lancé, hier midi, le président ghanéen John Dramani Mahama. Mais est-ce que la fête n'est pas gâchée par la sécession des trois pays de l'Alliance des États du Sahel ?Gilles Yabi : alors, il est certain que cela assombrit la célébration et, je dirai, la série d'événements qui vont commémorer ce 50ᵉ anniversaire. Mais je pense que cette conjoncture difficile n'empêche pas de regarder le chemin parcouru en 50 ans. Et je pense que vraiment, la Cédéao, c'est d'abord un projet, c'est une vision, une conscience de cette volonté collective de penser l'avenir ensemble.Donc pour vous, cette rupture voulue par l'AES, ce n'est pas un coup mortel ? Je ne pense pas. Je pense que déjà, il faut quand même regarder les faits. La Cédéao moins les trois pays de l'AES, du Sahel central, le Burkina Faso, le Mali et le Niger, c'est douze pays. L'AES, c'est quand même trois pays. Donc, il n'y a pas de comparaison en termes de nombre d'États membres. Et en plus, le gros poids lourd démographique et économique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, c'est le Nigeria. Le Nigeria fait toujours partie de la Cédéao, de la même manière que le Ghana et la Côte d'Ivoire qui sont les deux autres pays les plus importants, autant sur le plan économique que sur le plan démographique.À lire aussiGhana: la Cédéao célèbre ses 50 ans, l'organisation à la croisée des cheminsOfficiellement, les trois pays de l'AES ont rompu avec la Cédéao en janvier dernier et malgré tous les efforts de médiation du Sénégalais Bassirou Diomaye Faye et du Ghanéen John Dramani Mahama, ils restent inflexibles. Pourquoi cette posture ? Oui, alors pour l'instant, effectivement, on ne voit pas de signes d'ouverture du côté de ces trois États. Et je pense qu'il faut à nouveau chaque fois rappeler que le départ de ces Etats a été décidé par les chefs d'États de fait dans ces trois pays qui sont tous issus de coups d'État militaires.Et ces ruptures n'ont pas été validées par des Parlements élus de ces trois pays ?Tout à fait. Évidemment, on aurait tout de même voulu avoir un point de vue des populations elles-mêmes, lorsqu'une décision aussi importante est prise par des dirigeants qui sont eux même issus d'une rupture de l'ordre constitutionnel qui était en place.En même temps, les trois pays de l'AES ne veulent pas couper tous les ponts. Ils espèrent par exemple que la liberté de circulation des personnes et des biens entre l'espace Cédéao et le leur sera maintenue. Est-ce à dire que ces trois pays ont peur des conséquences économiques d'une rupture totale avec la Cédéao ?Il est évident que les corridors les plus importants de mouvements de populations, justement en Afrique de l'Ouest, sont en fait ceux qui lient les pays du Sahel à leurs voisins côtiers. Un exemple, c'est la relation entre le Burkina Faso et la Côte d'Ivoire, même le Mali et la Côte d'Ivoire. Ça veut dire que vous avez beaucoup de résidents dans ces pays côtiers qui sont issus des pays du Sahel. Et donc, lorsque vous avez des années difficiles dans un pays, vous avez la possibilité d'amortir cette situation de crise par les mouvements des populations. Et évidemment, les dirigeants des trois pays du Sahel sont conscients de l'impact qu'aurait, par exemple, la fin de cette liberté de circulation pour leurs propres populations. Mais cela étant dit, je crois aussi que, du côté de la Cédéao à douze, il est important de rester ouvert aux populations de ces trois pays du Sahel central. Est-ce que du coup, on peut parler d'une demi-rupture, voire d'une fausse rupture ?Non, je crois qu'on a quand même une vraie rupture dans la mesure où formellement, ils ne sont plus membres de la Cédéao et que cela a des implications concrètes. Je crois que ce qui doit se discuter lors de la réunion ministérielle à Accra, c'est justement très concrètement, par exemple, où vont déménager les institutions et les agences spécialisées de la Cédéao qui, aujourd'hui, se trouvent dans ces trois pays qui ne sont plus des États membres. Qu'est-ce qui va se passer au niveau des fonctionnaires issus de ces trois pays ? Donc, on est quand même en face d'un véritable départ.Du côté des pays de la Cédéao à douze la stratégie privilégiée a été celle du dos rond. On attend que l'orage passe et on espère que les trois pays de l'AES vont revenir à la raison. Mais apparemment, c'est une stratégie qui n'a pas marché. Gilles Yabi, est-ce que certains pays de la Cédéao à douze sont tentés par des représailles aujourd'hui ?Je ne pense pas qu'il y ait un état d'esprit de représailles. Ce qu'on peut entendre de la part de certains fonctionnaires à un niveau élevé au niveau de la Cédéao et de la Commission de la Cédéao n'indique pas une volonté de représailles. Et donc je crois que tout le monde réalise qu'on n'a pas intérêt. Personne n'a intérêt à cette cassure. Donc, je pense que l'état d'esprit reste celui de l'ouverture.À lire aussiAu Ghana, la Cédéao entame les célébrations de son cinquantenaire en l'absence des pays de l'AES

Join me, Palle Bo, as I land in West Africa and dive into the vibrant chaos of Ghana's capital. In this first episode from Accra, things don't exactly go to plan — starting with a stressful border crossing where I'm almost denied entry (and might've been asked for a bribe). Then it's on to SIM card struggles, hotel mix-ups, and an unexpected conversation about Danish football in a local Uber. I'm also reunited with my globetrotting travel buddy Cynthia, as we kick off our journey through Ghana, Togo, Benin, and São Tomé. Plus, I reveal what happened when my Yellow Fever vaccine book nearly grounded me — and what to expect next as our Accra adventures continue. Key takeaways: – How not having your name in your vaccine book can cause major problems -       Getting a SIM card in Ghana vs. using eSIM with GigSky -       Why Accra is both chaotic and full of charm -       Ghana facts: language, religion, size, and more -       The story of Cynthia Globe and our travels -       Upcoming: fantasy coffins, karaoke surprises, and deeper looks at Ghanaian society Links and more: Follow The Radio Vagabond on https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond https://twitter.com/radiovagabond https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond Read the full blog post here: https://theradiovagabond.com/363-ghana Danish version: https://radiovagabond.dk/412-ghana Join the Vagabond Hotline with this week's question: “The Strangest Thing I've Ever Eaten While Traveling” Tell me your story at https://www.theradiovagabond.com/contact

Jeg er landet i Vestafrika – og i denne første episode fra Ghana tager jeg dig med til Accra, en by fuld af liv, lyd og kaos… på den gode måde. Men det hele starter med noget, der kunne være gået helt galt: En grænseovergang, hvor jeg næsten ikke fik lov at komme ind – fordi mit navn manglede i min vaccinationsbog. Og så var der noget, der godt kunne lyde som en opfordring til bestikkelse. Derudover kæmper jeg med at få et SIM-kort, tjekker ind på hotellet i lidt for surt humør, og får en uventet samtale om dansk fodbold med en Uber-chauffør. Jeg bliver også genforenet med min rejsemakker Cynthia fra Florida, og vi er klar til at udforske Ghana, Togo, Benin og São Tomé. Og så fortæller jeg, hvordan noget så simpelt som et navn i en gul bog næsten fik sat en stopper for hele eventyret. Højdepunkter fra episoden: – Hvordan en vaccinebog næsten fik mig afvist ved grænsen – Fordele ved eSIM og hvordan man får data i Ghana – Accra som by: kaotisk, men fascinerende – Fakta om Ghana: sprog, religion, størrelse og meget mere – Mit rejsemakker-skab med Cynthia Globe – Snigpremiere på næste episode: fantasifulde kister, karaoke og ghanesisk samfundsindsigt Følg The Radio Vagabond her: https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond https://twitter.com/radiovagabond https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond Læs blogindlægget her: https://radiovagabond.dk/412-ghana Vagabond Hotline – Næste spørgsmål: Hvad er det mærkeligste, du nogensinde har spist på en rejse? Har du prøvet noget virkelig underligt? Fortæl mig din historie her: https://radiovagabond.dk/kontakt

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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

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