Obruni Perspective of the Trotro System
Obruni Trotro Perspective Played by Joy FM on August 2, 2012.
Category: Published 12.1
Greater Accra marks a week of Mills' demise
By Kayla Albrecht and Schuyler Durham Originally published in Public Agenda on August 3, 2012 Tuesday, July 31, marked the one-week anniversary of the demise of former president, Prof John Evans Atta Mills. The residents of Accra observed this event at the Efua Sutherland’s Children’s Park during a regional celebration. Thousands of mourning Ghanaians gathered Read More …
Ghana unveils new brand
Published in the “Daily Guide” on July 26, 2012 By Ryan Schoeck The vice-president of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, second from left, sits in at the Brand Ghana Programme launch. Photo Credit: Ryan Schoeck With the official launch of the Brand Ghana programme Tuesday morning, then Vice President John Dramani Mahama discussed the importance Read More …
Spotting Sports Uniforms Uncovers Surprises
Published in Graphic Sports 27/7/2012 By Garth Dmyterko As I continue to tour Ghana, one thing that always catches my eye is a Ghanaian wearing a sports uniform. I have found the multitude of Barcelona, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal uniforms Ghanaians are wearing unsurprising given the country’s obvious passion for football. Also somewhat expected were Read More …
LOWE Lintas print ads published in The Ghanaian Times and The Daily Graphic!
Ghana versus U.S.A. elections
… Obroni impressions and comparisons of campaign processes Published in Public Agenda on July 23, 2012 Author: Kayla Albrecht There is no prouder moment for a democratic nation than the completion of a successful, fair election. To allow the people to make an educated decision to elect a new or returning leader, campaigns are necessary Read More …
Ayariga Fails To Shine
Published in the “Daily Guide” on July 19, 2012 By Ralph Adeniran/photo by Ryan Schoeck A number of eager patrons who thronged to the second series of the Institute of Economic Affairs’ (IEA) presidential debate were relatively unimpressed by the performance of the People’s National Convention (PNC) presidential candidate, Hassan Ayariga. DAILY GUIDE spoke to Read More …
200-Year-Old Bead-Making Business Lives On
Published in the “Daily Guide” on July 14, 2012 By Ryan Schoeck In Asuafua, in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, David Opoku’s family has been running a small bead-making business since the early 1800s. “For 200 years, bead-making has been in my family, in this village,” Opoku said. At 27, Opoku, along with his sister Read More …
Obroni interns encounter Kumasi's rich culture
… Modern practice and ancient custom collide Published in Public Agenda on July 13, 2012 Author: Kayla Albrecht For a decade, Dr Leslie Steeves has been bringing students from the United States to Accra, the capital of Ghana, to immerse in Ghanaian culture, and this year has been no exception. For six weeks, 15 students Read More …
Satellites to Impress against Egypt
Published: The Daily Graphic 12/7/2012 Story: Garth Dmyterko Ghana faces Egypt today at 3 pm at the Accra Sports Stadium in the final game of the three nations U-20 Tournament.
Euro 2012: An Outsider's Point of View
Published July 6th, 2012 in Graphic Sports Euro 2012: An outsider’s point of view By Garth Dmyterko When I decided to come to Accra for an internship in late December, my professor asked me what area of journalism I would like my internship to focus on. I mentioned that I would like something involving sports. “Sport,” Read More …
Harnessing the power of social media
… New, web-based technologies may open doors of communication for politicians Published in “Public Agenda” on July 9, 2012 Author: Kayla Albrecht It cannot be ignored that the media landscape is evolving. With the arrival of new technologies, entire populations are moving online to participate in the newest trend: social media. Social media are web-based Read More …
STAR-Ghana disburses $5 million to Ghanaian civil society groups
Published in “Public Agenda” on July 9,2012 Author(s): Frederick Asiamah and Kayla Albrecht The secretariat of the Strengthening Transparency, Accountability and Responsiveness in Ghana (STAR-Ghana) funding mechanism says it has so far disbursed a total of $5.4 million to support various initiatives that improve transparency and accountability in the management of public resources in Ghana. Read More …
Family structure and education in the United States
Published in “Public Agenda” on July 6, 2012 Author: Kayla Albrecht*, Intern “You can be anything you set your mind to.” This was the mantra of my youth, a daily affirmation given to me by my parents to encourage me to push myself. In the United States, it is a common practice of families to Read More …