Design & Architecture: The Riviera by Dream Realty.....

 An artist impression of the floors of the hotel






Closer view showing the hotel and a block of the apartment





The bungalow block






 The hotel block






Back view of the project showing the apartments and hotels





Riviera hotel project

 



Paulina says: We've are heard about Dream Realty's Octagon Business Centre but what of its much anticipated 'Riviera' hotel and

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"If Black people knew their past then they would be more inclined to respect themselves" Marcus Garvey

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Is model Lucy Blay of Ghanaian Origin?

　


Paulina says: I was wondering .......Blay is a common name in Ghana sooo...its got me thinking....., is beautiful fashion model Lucy Blay from Chadwick Models, the one with the gorgeous skin and a neck to die for....... of Ghanaian origin? If soooooo,.... it would be great to see her at next year's GFDW -no?


http://chadwickmodels.com/

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Ghana Rising Hearts Roger Dupe

I've just discovered this really fab Facebook page called Top Black Models Campaign (https://www.facebook.com/TopBlackModelsCampaigns) and I can't stop looking at some of their beautiful photos --I wonder why (oh...there's a few photos of uber gorgeous male model -Tyson Beckford.....).


Anyway I stumbled upon the incredibly beautiful Ghanaian-Togolese model, Roger Dupe and just had

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Object of Desire: The ADODI clutch by PoQua......

Paulina says: Yippee....... just in time for Christmas!!!! Why not treat that special lady in your life to one of PoQua's ADODI clutches.. They are set to hit the store on the 21st December 2013..... For more info visit: https://www.facebook.com/poqua

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Objects of Desire: Bespoke Necklaces by Nkapo.....

 









Photo Credit: Nkapo/C.Asare Photography 2013


"NKAPO - For the sophisticated, Bold and Confident woman with a unique sense of style who is not afraid to accessorise." Nkapo


　


Paulina says: Nkapo's beautiful bespoke jewellery pieces are bold colour popping must-haves that will dress up any outfit. Prices upon application via: http://www.nkapo.com/

https://www.facebook.com/

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Object of Desire: Wax Print Knee-High Flat Gladiator Sandals by Diva Delicious......

Paulina says: How fab are these Ghanaian wax print knee-high flat Gladiator sandals by Diva Delicious? Set to hit the Diva Delicious store in January 2014, these Yvonne Nelson inspired sandals will bring out your inner Greek goddess.... For more info visit: http://mydivadelicious.com/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Diva-Delicious/82072105813

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Words of Wisdom: Mario Barwuah Balotelli

 

 

"I am a naturalised Italian, but I'm from Ghana. I was abandoned by my parents and adopted by two angels. I suffer with racism every day. I am the first black to wear the jersey of Italy. I'm not angry, but my life experiences make me act differently from other people. Then, try to learn more before you criticise me!" Mario Barwuah Balotelli

 

https://twitter.com/FinallyMario

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Inspirational Women: Judge Barbara Mensah.....

Her Honour Judge Barbara Mensah sits as a circuit judge at Luton Crown Court, and is the very opposite of that cliché, the Oxbridge-educated old buffer. Born in Ghana, she was sent to school in England aged six. She studied philosophy at the University of Wales in Swansea before training to be a barrister. Even her career has been unusual, with a period spent working in the private sector.

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Is Africa Rising.......Or Not?????

Fifty-six percent of Africans feel their governments are doing a bad job of managing the economy. Photograph: Sunday Alamba/AP

 

 

Title: Africa is not rising, survey shows

 

Research suggests that the boom benefits only a narrow elite while leaving the poor and unemployed behind

 

 

The idea that Africans have never had it so good is rapidly becoming economic orthodoxy. Foreign

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Business: Bob Diamond Eyes Up Africa's Banking Industry.........

Former Barclays boss Bob Diamond plans to use the fund to buy a stake in an African bank. Photograph: Nick Potts/PA

Title: Bob Diamond returns to the City with launch of new Africa banking business

Banker ousted from Barclays floats £150m fund for venture in Africa, with Nigeria rumoured to be starting point for investment


Bob Diamond, one of the most controversial bankers to emerge

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Fab News: Idris Elba has a baby on the way......

Title: Idris Elba Confirms He's Having a Baby, Reveals Father's Death

Sorry ladies, Idris Elba is officially off the market. During an appearance on Oprah's Next Chapter tonight, the Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom star revealed that London-based makeup artist Naiyana Garth is indeed expecting his baby.

"My girlfriend's having a baby, yes," he told Oprah.

Elba made his first public

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Innovation & Technology: Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka's Assembly Plant set to see production of between 120 and 240 cars daily from May 2014.....

Title: Assembly Plant of Apostle Safo Technology Research Centre to be ready in May 2014



The Apostle Safo Suaye Technology Research Centre (ASSTRC) says a local automobile assembly plant will be ready in May, 2014.
 

So far, all the machines and equipment which would be used for the moulding of the vehicles have been built with only the installation scheduled to be completed by January

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Object of Desire: Made-in Ghana, Solar Powered Kantanka Odeneho Car by Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.....

　

Kantanka Odeneho is a non-engine saloon car manufactured and outdoor in the year 2012 by Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo. Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo gave it that name to designate the vehicle’s function and make-up. In the Akan language, "Odeneho" literally means independent, therefore the car does not rely on a combustion engine to move, but an electric motor powered by rechargeable

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Sanitation, Sanitation, Sanitation: Fishermen clean up Winneba landing beach

Dated: 7-12-13

A-four -hour clean-up exercise led by Neenyi Monikaiko, Chief Fisherman of Effutu Traditional Area at Winneba fishing landing beach, led to the desilting of choked gutters and thorough clean up of the facility.

Neenyi Monikaiko told newsmen that the beach has been littered with refuse and human excreta, hence the need for the exercise to help prevent the outbreak of

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Could Clean Team's affordable bio-toilets and handwash sets be the answer to Ghana's sanitation woes?

Clean Team's affordable bio-toilets.....





This is how a Clean Team toilet inside a customer's home looks like. Very simple and easy to install, no digging or complex plumbing work done. It's above ground, watertight and prevents contamination of surrounding environment. It's hygienic and also allows easy access for vulnerable groups.






More toilets arrive!!!.
The team

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Ghana to play Germany, Portugal and United States in Group G at 2014 World Cup.....

Paulina says: OMGoodness can you believe the group we're in????? Germany???? Portugal???? .......I have faith....and I know that we can still win.





Go Black Stars Ghana is behind you a 100%

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Rest In Perfect Peace Nelson Mandela (1918 -2013)

  

 "......Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant." Matthew 20:27



　


I am sooooo thankful that in my lifetime......God used Nelson Mandela to help me to understand patience, and forgiveness and that .....to be great, -you must become a servant!!!


I thank God for the gift of Nelson Mandela.... I thank God for giving us all the gift of this Great African man

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The Spirit: Eve Redefined Conference 2013 taking place at the Mensvic Hotel in East Legon, Accra Ghana on the 30th December 2013 from 3pm-6:30pm.......

"Get ready for the 2nd Edition of the Eve Redefined Conference, Ladies!!! This year we're going DEEPER!!! Deeper in our Walk with God, Deeper in Commitment, Deeper in Obedience, Deeper into the Word and even more Deeply in Love with JESUS! "Beauty For Ashes" under the theme: PURITY, You can't miss it this year!!! Get ready for a move of God's power...it will be truly life-changing...30th of

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Beauty: Black Secret Makeup Launches new Powder and Liquid Foundation Collection.....

　



"Mineral Liquid Foundation, Introducing our first mineral liquid foundation with its Hydrating properties from jojoba plant. It also has the benefits of a mineral make up which protects skin from harmful UV rays with an SPF of 15. A light to medium coverage foundation.Easy to blend. Visit any of our retail stores and grab yours for that natural effect as you go for the weekend." Blacks

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Luxe High-Life: Baileys Ghana launches new iconic ‘Double B’ logo bottle......

 Baileys Ghana new iconic ‘Double B’ logo bottle..

 




One to watch in 2014 .....Agnes Essah, Marketing Director of Guinness Ghana Breweries Ltd (GGBL) a subsidiary of Diageo....addressing the V.I.P crowd at the launch of Baileys Ghana new iconic ‘Double B’ logo bottle..





















The ever beautiful Constance Swaniker, sculptor and artist, art collector, CEO and Founder of

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Photography: Malte Wandel's 'PLEASE DON'T SMILE' Journey through Ghana.....

 

 

PLEASE DON'T SMILE
Malte Wandel lived for nine months of 2011 in Ghana. Among the other countries he also travelled through were neighbouring Burkina Faso and Togo. During his journeys, he produced a comprehensive series of portraits of people he met and in some cases also got to know personally. Some he photographed spontaneously, while others he visited

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For the yummiest, prettiest cakes in Accra head to Joyful Cakes....

Check out these yummy, uber pretty and elegantly decorated cupcakes by Joyful Cakes.....





I'm loving this yummy, elegant 2 tier Grecian inspired ruffle cake, with red velvet and chocolate baileys by Joyful Cakes.....
















How pretty are the cakes above by Joyful Cakes.....



"All about the details. Original flavours. Custom cakes and cupcakes. Dessert tables for weddings &

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High-Life & Photography: Accra Polo Club by Olivier Asselin

To view the rest of photographer Olivier Asselin's beautiful Accra Polo Club photos visit: http://www.lightstalkers.org/images/show/167313



For more info about photographer Olivier Asselin visit: http://www.olivierasselin.com/


Do check out photographer Olivier Asselin's insightful 'Obroni koko : Albinism in Ghana' portfolio via his website (link above)...  

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Ghana's beloved A. B. Crentsil is Honoured at MTN's 2013 Legend and Legacy Ball......

 




Sooo sweet, Elizabeth Crentsil wiping her husband, our beloved A. B. Crentsil's happy tears.....

　



Nice man: Hassan Ayariga, Presidential candidate of PNC in the 2012 elections -singing A.B. Crentsil's Juliana watch via: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bWfIRaa7lw -Fabulous.....



　


He was so overcome by emotion  that as a short documentary on his music career was shown to the

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One To Watch 2014: Otema Yirenkyi

 Otema Yirenkyi, newly appointed Microsoft Ghana's country manager.
Title: Otema Yirenkyi to head Microsoft Ghana’s as firm's first female African country manager
By: Lilian Mutegi  Dated: 2-12-2013



Otema Yirenkyi has been appointed as Microsoft’s first female country manager in Africa to head up the company’s investment in Ghana.

 
With over 14 years of ICT experience, Otema’s

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Ghana's sanitation crisis.........

Title: Ghana: The Waste Land
By: Frankie Freeman   / Dated: July 29, 2010





By Frankie Freeman



ACCRA, Ghana—It’s 7:30 a.m. and the sun is rising fast over Ashaiman. Open
gutters steam at the side of the road and the air is alive with the sounds of
the crowded Accra suburb waking. Women fry meat over wood fires while the
clatter of their cooking cuts through the morning. Patrick Apoya,

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The State of the Nation: Stop going for budgetary support from the World Bank for everything says former country Director of the World Bank Albert David Osei........

Title: Ghana’s problem is management not money – Former World Bank Director



A former country Director of the World Bank says Ghana’s problem is  the lack of efficient management on the part of its leaders and not a lack of money for funding development projects.

Albert David Osei is therefore urging leaders of the country to focus on human resources at the Ministries, Metropolitan and

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The Emperor's New Clothes: The Merchant Bank.....Sale Part Fifty

 Title: Presidency stopped Merchant Bank from recovering debts from company owned by president’s brother




President John Mahama was, according to the documents, deeply involved in the Merchant Bank and his brother's company feud


Struggling state-owned bank, Merchant Bank, may have been stopped from recovering huge debts owed it by Engineers and Planners, a company owned by President John

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Object of Desire: Hannah Warner for A.Sauvage Signet Ring....

Price: £125.00, $204.55, €150,96

To order a Hannah Warner for A. Sauvage signet ring visit: http://asauvage.com/shop/jewellery/signet-ring.html
"It's December, so there's no better time than now to Pre-Order your own made to measure A.SAUVAGE X HANNAH WARNER Signet Ring......Made in England within 5 working days, this exclusive design is a perfect Christmas gift!" A. Sauvage

　

For more

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A Must Read: Fashion Designer's Resource Book by Samata Angel.....

　


"The Fashion Designer's Resource Book gives an overview of the fashion industry as a business, combined with an insider's understanding of the creative process and the lifestyle of a fashion entrepreneur. Emerging designers should read this book to get ahead, but it also offers advice for anyone interested in entering the fashion industry." Guardian Books


　

Paulina says: Ghana

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Get Ready....... Monarki's new campaign drops on Monday 2nd December 2013 .....

　

Paulina says: There's a real buzz about Ghana Rising fave t-shirt label Monarki --who have redesigned their logo and are dropping a new ad campaign on Monday 2nd December 2013....


I love this niche 'religious slogon' t-shirt brand and can't wait to check out their new t-shirt collection and ad campaign tomorrow...


To find out more about Monarki's new collection and ad campaign

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For elegant and memorable wedding videos in Ghana, check out Ripple Effect......

**Credit: All photos come courtesy of Ripple Effect....



Paulina says: Weddings are beautiful and joyous but they pass tooo quickly regardless of how much money it cost or however long it took to plan it.


Thus, fab little details: the mother of the bride praying for her daughter before she puts on her wedding gown, the delicate lace details on a silk tulle wedding dress, the

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Business News: Woolworths buys back African franchises

Woolworths said on Tuesday, 5 November, that it had signed agreements to purchase its franchise businesses in Botswana‚ Namibia‚ Swaziland and Ghana.

This marks the end of franchise stores in African countries for the retailer.Woolworths‚ like other retailers‚ is expanding its footprint on the continent as urbanisation and rising affluence fuel a boom in fast-growing cities‚ with a middle

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Are the forces behind Africa's Next Top Model Sabotaging Ghana's Beautiful Roselyn Ashkar's chances of winning by giving her a 'Ghetto' make-over and making her wear the worst outfits?

Ghana's beautiful Roselyn Ashkar with her 'Ghetto' make-over blonde lace-front monstrosity wearing the worst outfit....

 





Angola's beautiful Michaela Pinto with elegant dark hair and fab make-up.....and good dress






 



Uganda's Aamito with elegant dark hair and fab make-up......and a lovely gown..






Nigeria's Opeyemi Awoyomi with high-fashion dark hair in an elegant

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Fashion Event: MSimps and Heel The World (HTW)'s Christmas Shopping Gala at L'Arte Cafe from Friday 6th December at 10:00am to Saturday 7th December -6:00pm

 



 

 

 

"Come get your Christmas shopping done in the peaceful oasis of L'Arte Cafe sipping on gingerbread lattes with Christmas music playing in the background. All without a queue in sight.

It's also an opportunity to network with all the amazing people who will be coming. Who knows, you might strike your next business deal right there.

L'Arte Cafe is located in the same premise as

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Zaron Hair & Make-up Launches in Ghana on Sunday 1st December 2013 in Dzorwulu, Accra.....

Actress Yvonne Nelson is the face of Zaron make-up......
 
 
Paulina says: I was checking out 'Luxe D'visage Make-Up and Hair' facebook fan page when I stumbled upon Nigerian make-up brand Zaron latest news, --its set to launch in Ghana..


Zaron Make-up which has Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson is its cover star, launches in Ghana on "Sunday 1st December 2013 at Dzorwulu No.52 Blohum

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Teenager who murdered Derek Boateng is jailed for 12 years..........

Title: Schoolboy who murdered rival by stabbing him through the heart on packed bus is jailed for 12 years Dated: 9-11-2013

Derek Boateng was knifed through the heart on his 16th birthday by 15-year-old Shawn Green as horrified passengers tried to separate the two boys....**Schoolboy who stabbed a teenage rival to death on a packed bus was yesterday found guilty of murder and jailed

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Charity: Actress Yvonne Okoro builds playground for children with special needs in Dzorwulu, Accra........

A few days ago I left a message on my timeline (Facebook oOOo) asking my peeps what Ghana's money-ed 'first' this and thats were doing for Ghana -and I had one fab reply back from Ghana Rising Blog's fave fashionista -DJ Akua Afram, -who reminded me about another Ghana Rising fave fashionista, -Philanthropist, model and former Miss Universe Ghana, Menaye Donkor Muntari's school and -

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Man jailed for carrying sawn-off shotgun

Title: Jeffery Acheampong, 24, imprisoned for 12 years for possession of firearm with intent to endanger life

Dated: 27-11-13

A MAN has been handed a 12-year prison term after he ran from police and threw a bag containing a sawn-off shotgun into bushes.

Jeffery Acheampong, 24, of Swaffer Way, Ashford, Kent, received his sentence on TueNov 22) at Canterbury Crown Court for possession of

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Gwyneth Shoes appears in the October issue of Hip Hop Weekly Magazine.....

Paulina says: Gwen Frempong Boadu's Gwyneth Shoes' popularity are growing from strength to strength --but I'm still waiting for a stockist in London. In the mean time, to purchase any of the three Gwyneth shoes shown in the editorial above ---visit: http://gwynethshoes.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gwyneth-Shoes/186459088039592 

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The Emperor's New Clothes: The Merchant Bank.....Sale Part Four....

Source: Fortiz/Merchant Bank Deal Questionable-CFA
Dated: 27-11-2013


The Centre for Freedom and Accuracy (CFA) has described the sale of 90% majority shares in Merchant Bank to Fortiz Private Equity as a “dash” and has therefore called for a halt in the controversial transaction.

 

Mr. Andrew Awuni, Executive Director of CFA who addressed the media last Monday stated that “but we at the

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The Emperor's New Clothes: The Merchant Bank.....Sale Part Three....

 

Title: Mahama’s brother to cough GHC175m…As moneys owed Merchant Bank by Dec. 15
Dated: 25-11-2013


Managing Editor of the New Crusading Guide newspaper, Malik Kweku Baako, has revealed that he [Kweku Baako] is aware of plans by President John Mahama’s brother, Ibrahim Mahama, to settle his company’s indebtedness to Merchant Bank by December 15, 2013.
Mr. Baako said this last Saturday,

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The Emperor's New Clothes: The Merchant Bank.....Sale Part Two....

Title: Merchant Bank Sale Stinks – NPP
Dated: 22-11-2013

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority in Parliament has asked the government to immediately reverse the sale of Merchant Bank because the whole deal does not only stink but constitutes a gargantuan scam that will go to short-change Ghanaians.

The Minority said the government cannot afford to sell a whole national bank with stated

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The Emperor's New Clothes: The Merchant Bank......Sale

 

Title: Terminate Merchant Bank deal or meet us in court – Andrew Awuni
Dated: 11-11-2013

The Executive Director for policy Think Tank, Centre for Freedom and Accuracy, Mr. Andrew Awuni has threatened to drag the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to court over the sale of Merchant Bank to Fortiz Private Equity Fund Limited.Even though in the judgement of the Social Security and National Investment Trust (

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What are Ghana's rich 'first' ladies doing for the nation? All those wives 'of'', all those first ladies of this and that -what are they doing for our sweet homeland Ghana? Where are their charities/foundations? Which charities do they chair? What boards are they sitting on? Who are they mentoring.... What a shame and what a disgrace!!!!!

 

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Ghana Rising Hearts: Vaneesha Advani's S/S 2014 Designs By Sonia Jewellery Collection........

Collection: S/S 2014
Style: 215 Ash/Opaque Ash
Description: Adjustable, large necklace
100% Italian leather
Antique handmade brass rings
Hand dyed/handmade silk strings


　







Collection: S/S 2014 Style: 207 Black/Black Description: Side asymmetric, double large long necklace 100% Italian leather Antique handmade brass rings Hand dyed/handmade silk strings







Collection: S/S

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Akan Cultural Symbols: TUMI TE SE KOSUA - POWER IS LIKE AN EGG

TUMI TE SE KOSUA - POWER IS LIKE AN EGG
Symbol of the DELICACY OF POLITICAL POWER, FRAGILITY OF DEMOCRACY, and RESTRAINT From the aphorism: Tumi te se kosua, woso mu den a, epae; na se woanso mu yie nso a, efiri wo nsa bo famu ma epae. Literal translation: Power is as fragile as an egg, when held too tightly it might break; if it is held too loosely, it might fall and break. The symbol

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Model Behaviour: Is Roselyn Ashkar Africa’s Next Top Model.......

 Roselyn Ashkar is one of the top 10 girls left in the Africa's Next Top Model Cycle 1 House. Go girl....






Roselyn Ashkar-after her blonde make-over...



　






The ever beautiful Roselyn Ashkar before her transformation.....




Paulina says: I'm sooo pleased Roselyn Ashkar was chosen to represent Ghana on Africa’s Next Top Model.... She's a stunning girl, a natural beauty who

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The State of the Nation: Minority has "washed their hands" off the VAT legislation.......

Title: Minority walks out of Parliament in protest of 2.5% increase in VAT
Dated: 15-11-213





The Minority has walked out of Parliament accusing the government of smuggling a 2.5 per cent increase in the Value Added Tax into a legislation under consideration by the House.

The members say the government is using its Majority in the House to push through the increase without debate and due

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We're off To Brazil oOOoooo......Congratulations Black Stars, Ghana is soooo proud of you.....

Title: World Cup play-offs: Egypt 2 Ghana 1 (Ghana win 7-3 on aggregate)

　

Ghana claimed their place in next year's World Cup finals despite a 2-1 defeat by Egypt in their qualification play-off second leg match in Cairo.

Egypt had a mountain to climb after they were thrashed 6-1 by Ghana in the first game in Kumasi last month, and although they dominated and made two breakthroughs

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Fashion: Yevu

"Yevu is the word for white person or foreigner in Ewe, the language of the Volta region in Ghana. I’ve been told that it directly translates to ‘crafty dog’, which is apparently a reference to the ‘crafty’ nature of white people in their early trade and dealings with the Ewe people, and their tendency to get snappy when they were angry, like dogs do. I don’t know how true

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Why not check out Shakes.n.Flavors for ice-cream on your next visit to Ghana.....

"There's ONLY 1 PLACE that makes NATURAL FRUITS, NUTS and VEGETABLE ICE CREAM in Ghana! ......making you happy." Shakes.n.Flavors



　

Paulina says: Can't wait to check out the yummy array of natural, fruits and nuts ice-cream from celebrity fave, Shakes.n.Flavors situated in Josiah Tongogari Road, Labone, Accra, Ghana... Newly launched Shakes.n.Flavors is open seven days a week

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Otobia Collectibles' Set For a Week's Bonanza Sale at Opik Spa From Sunday 24th November 2013........

 Paulina says: Ghana based hair lovers will be pleased to know that premier quality hair supplier Otobia Collectibles is having a bonanza sale at Opik Spa starting from Sunday 24th November at 12:00 noon through till the 30th November -finishing at 6:00pm...


On offer will be an array of quality, "Virgin Remy Human hair Weaves, Top closures, Wigs and hair for braiding (bulk hair)...gorgeous

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Object of Desire: Konadu Lemongrass Bar Soap

"Do you have Oily and Acne prone skin? Have you tried different remedies but nothing seems to work effectively? Try Konadu Lemongrass Bar Soap. It is amazing, It is all natural and made with Organic Oils. Use only Konadu Lemongrass Soap to wash your face or your entire body. It is gentle on your skin, cleanses without drying and clears your acne. It smells amazing too!! http://

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President Mahama and Victoria Hammah are cousins.......says former Deputy Communications Minister's family........

Victoria Hammah's grandma in tears......

Title: Photos: Family of Victoria Hammah in tears. Also revealed, she is President Mahama’s sister

The family of the beleaguered former Deputy Communications Minister, Victoria Hammah, at Kintampo has called on President John Dramani Mahama to “temper justice with mercy” and reinstate their daughter. According to the family, they were not in any way

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The Asasa Trend: From the streets to the catwalks of Ghana......

Maya Amina Lake's beloved celebrity fashion label 'Boxing Kitten' is very high-end Asasa http://boxingkitten.com/ & https://www.facebook.com/boxingkitten



　


Ghanaian actress Nadia Buari was the first celebrity I saw in high-end Asasa garb, she really was ahead of the crowd. Kudos Nadia..... https://twitter.com/B5sNadiaBuari





Boxing Kitten’s Spring 2013 Oxford Top -http://

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Fashion: Ohema Ohene opens branch in Ghana....

Paulina says: Congratulations to team Ohema Ohene who have just opened their first Ghana based boutique in Accra's chichi East Legon. Fans of celebrity favourite Ohema Ohene will be well aware of their Brixton, London branch -and how popular it is. For more info about Ohema Ohene visit: http://www.ohemaohene.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/OHEMA-OHENE/63536457486

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A very Stylish Moment: Ajuma in Kiki Clothing shot by Michael Roberts....

 Note: Wax-print cotton dress by Kiki Clothing, a 'Made in Ghana' label designed and founded by Titi Ademola ( kikiclothing.com ); earrings and bracelets by Thula Sindi.



　
Photography: Michael Roberts

Model: Ajuma Nasenyana
Make-up: Carol Lupton
Styling assistant: Kyle Boshoff
Photographer's assistant: Milo Osborn
Production 10-4 Inc

　

I stumbled upon this lovely image of Ugandan

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Objects of Desire: 'President For Life' Boxer Shorts

How gorgeous is this male model? Its a shame he's not credited ....as we don't know his name or his model agency.....



Available via: http://presidentforlife.com/ & https://www.facebook.com/prez4life


　


More Info:

"AFRICA SEMPER ALIQUID NOVI" - LATIN FOR "ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW OUT OF AFRICA"

President For Life is a premium menswear brand that fuses traditional design and

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Hermès Watches Now Available at Fifth Avenue, Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra.......

　


Paulina says: Crème de la Crème luxury brand Hermès' coveted heirloom watches including their must-have 'Cape Cod', 'Heure H White Quartz' and Hermes Kelly Silver Quartz Ladies watches are now available at Accra's premier luxury and lifestyle store Fifth Avenue, which is conveniently located in the 5* Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra.



Adding to the growing list of luxury brands

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Yaw Pare captures Polo Heights, Airport area, Accra Ghana.....

 More yummy images from Yaw Pare's Random Ghana Pics page on Facebook



 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 






　


Soon to be completed -Chateau Towers, Osu, Accra Ghana taken by Yaw Pare.....


　
   　


Yaw Pare's Random Ghana Pics page on Facebook is a must for all lovers of Ghana...

Offering a kaleidoscope of Ghana's beautiful beaches including: Ada Foah and Cape Coast beach,

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Beauty: SO Aesthetic Launches A/W 2013 'Euphoria' Collection.....

 









Credit: The New Euphoria Collection
Makeup by: SO AESTHETIC
PR: INEN Limited
Photography: by Charlene Asare

　
Paulina says: I was sent an elegant invite to the launch of Sacha Okoh's new SO Aesthetic's A/ W 2013 cosmetic collection by INEN Limited -Ghana Rising Blog's favourite Accra based PR company a while back and was soo impressed...


　
I have the utmost respect for INEN

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The Next Big Thing: Kasapreko Beverages

 




Title: Kasapreko Alomo Bitters among top 5 emerging brands in the world

Alomo Bitters, the flagship product of indigenous liquor giant, Kasapreko Company, is among the top five emerging brands in the world, according to the latest CNN money poll.

The poll by the largest business website takes into consideration best practices of companies across the globe and its potential to grow into

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Fashion: The House of Adjeiwaah now available on ASOS

Paulina says: Congratulations to 'The House of Adjeiwaah' -a celebrity favourite, beloved by the likes of TV presenter and model Edma Ohemaa Lawer and CEO of Miss African Queen Switzerland, Edna Osei-Tutu -who now have a boutique on ASOS via: https://marketplace.asos.com/boutique/the-house-of-adjeiwaah

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Past, Present and Upcoming Events & Adverts in Ghana.........

 






































































































































 













 
































































































Paulina says: I now do the events and adverts once in a long while, not just because my

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Object of Desire: Ghana Metal Polaroid SX-70 Replica Camera...

Limited, handnumbered edition of 400 / Camera replica dimensions: 14 x 11 x 10 cm


Cost: £30 GBP /$64.99 USD / 35 EUR/ 4058 JPY


　
Paulina says; Wondering what to buy me this Christams (laughter)? I'm loving this limited edition artistic metal replica of the uber beloved polaroid SX-70 camara (I have the original) lovingly handmade by street children in Ghana and I'm planning on

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Ashanti Foods

More than your average manufacturing company, Bridge Foods, Inc. is the unparalleled choice in providing quality lush line of savory, mouthwatering condiments under the Ashanti Brand and distribution of Paper Products, Janitorial Supplies and contract food supplies. Our devotion to stead-fast, reliable service and bold, ground-breaking taste is second to none!

Bridge Foods, Inc. a

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Object of Desire: Drummers From Northern Ghana By Fareed Muhammad

Purchase from: http://muhammadsartworks.deviantart.com/art/Drummers-from-Northern-Ghana-274564738



For more info about Fareed Muhammad's Muhammads Artworks pieces visit: http://muhammadsartworks.deviantart.com/ 

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Ghana Rising Hearts: Aba Bentuma's Pastiche Tumblr.........

"Pastiche: Blogging is a form of expression. It is an art—much like dance or embroidery or singing. Art is a form of therapy and everything we live is art. It is what you make it to be, what you mean it to be. Meaning/ significance is placed upon your life because you breathe into it and call it that. You claim. You claim love, happiness strength, wisdom, power. It is a diary, a

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Art: Naming Ceremony, Ghana by William Y. Cooper from the Burchfield Penney Art Center....

 Naming Ceremony, Ghana 1994, by William Y. Cooper (b. 1934), oil on canvas; Purchase, 2011 by Burchfield Penney Art Center..


Paulina says: I don't know if the 'Naming Ceremony, Ghana' by William Y. Cooper is for sell or a permanent part of the Burchfield Penney Art Centre's vast fabulous collection -but I love it and would love to know more about it...


"The Burchfield Penney is the

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Former Ghana Airways Aeroplane now turned-restaurant is unveiled....

Former Ghana Airways Aeroplane then and now......










The interior of the former Ghana Airways aeroplane now a restaurant based in Airport City Accra, Ghana.....




 Paulina says: Regular readers of La Ghana Rising Blog are well aware of the story behind this former
Ghana Airways aeroplane-turned restaurant called La Tante DC 10 situated opposite the Marina Shopping Mall in Airport

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Ghana's Deputy Communications Minister Victoria Hammah is sacked......

My Joy Online
Title: Victoria Hammah caught on leaked tape; hopes to make $1m before leaving politics
Dated: 8/11/13

 A plethora of media reports are quoting Deputy Communications Minister Victoria Hammah as having made serious allegations and embarrassing comments on a leaked tape which has gone viral.
 
The voice on the tape purported to be that of Ms. Hammah, is engaged in a gossip

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Ashanti, Ghana: A pair of sandals of a royal dignitary

“Gold has always been important among the Akan peoples (Ashanti, Fante, Baule, etc.) in the south of Ghana and the Ivory Coast. This area was formerly called the ‘Gold Coast’. Gold was used to make jewellery, gold dust served as ‘currency’, and many objects and regalia at the king’s court were covered in gold leaf. This pair of sandals once belonged to a court dignitary of an Ashanti King

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Thinking of investing in a new business in Ghana –visit ‘International Company Profile (ICP)’ first…..

"International Company Profile was established 1982, and is now part of Wilmington Group PLC, a company quoted on the London Stock Exchange. ICP provide credit reports and profiles on companies all over the world especially in the emerging markets. ICP reports are professionally produced, in English, by our multilingual analysts, who have many years’ experience of interpreting commercial

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Beautiful Illustrations: Ashanti & Baule (Akans)

Book: Ashanti To Zulu: African Traditions

Author: Margaret Musgrove

Art Work by: Leo and Diane DillonPublisher: Puffin 1976



Credit/Source: http://leo-and-diane-dillon.blogspot.co.uk/2010_04_01_archive.html 

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Object of Desire: Ashanti Crown and Fly Whisk

Like the legendary golden stool, the crown and fly whisk were important symbols of royal authority in the Ashanti Kingdom. The crown here was modelled after those of European Royalty, the Ashanti earning the right to adopt European models to their gold rich Kingdom. The Ashanti were one of the few African states able to offer serious resistance to European colonizers, fighting four wars

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Business & Innovation: Celebrating Professor Eddie Obeng BSc. MBA. PhD......

Professor Eddie Obeng




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjSuaeVfE9I#t=713



Edward (Eddie) David Asihene Obeng is a British educator and author. He is a Professor at the School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Henley Business School and the founder and Learning Director of Pentacle (The Virtual Business School).

Obeng is notable as a pioneer in the field of Project Management and for

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Amethis Finance to inject fresh capital into UT Bank operations

UT Bank Ltd and Amethis Finance, a Paris based Private Equity Firm, on Thursday announced a USD 10m subordinated loan agreement, subject to approval from the Bank of Ghana.

The funds will support UT Bank's capital base allowing it to efficiently grow its lending to the SME sector. UT Bank’s strategy is to strengthen its positioning in the SME market in Ghana and develop its retail

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Startup Weekend Accra set for the 22nd November 2013 at the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology in East-Legon. Accra

 



 

Startup Weekend Accra – Take the Next Step in your Entrepreneurial Journey

Dated: 30 Oct, 2013

Credit/By: Mac-Jordan Degadjor
 

Ever wondered what it takes to be an entrepreneur? The professional and personal challenges, the high and lows, the failures and the success?


As you may already know, Global Entrepreneurship Week‘s flagship event: Startup Weekend is back in grand style.

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Project Bly Presents The Kumasi Collection.......

　



Paulina says: Interiors website Project Bly inspired by "journalist Nellie Bly, who travelled around the world in 72 days" in 1889 is uber new to La Ghana Rising Blog's radar --but we are already fans.




By choosing Kumasi, (how refreshing is that) Project Bly's founder Rena Thiagarajan, a former San Francisco–based lawyer, has us buzzing over the often overlooked

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Luxe Fashion: Naomi Campbell Styled by Edward Enninful in Ghana for W magazine......

First Lady of Fashion

The supermodel takes a FLOTUS-worthy wardrobe on a diplomatic mission to Ghana
 
　

 



Nina Ricci jacket and skirt; Cornelia James gloves (throughout); Hermès bag.


　





Giorgio Armani jacket and skirt; Kiki de Montparnasse bra; Nancy Gonzalez bag; Philippe Matignon socks (throughout); Marc Jacobs shoes (throughout). Beauty note: Win them by force of legs with

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Zimbabwe's Big Brother Africa contestant Pokello launches fashion label QOS (Queen of Swagger) in Ghana........

 Zimbabwe's most famous 'It' girl Pokello Nare in black -takes a bow at her first fashion show in Ghana....














Pokello Nare's shoe store in Zimbabwe


Paulina says: Pokello Nare, Zimbabwe's Big Brother Africa contestant and girlfriend of Accra based actor and former Ghana Big Brother contestant, Elikem Kumordzie has launched her new fashion label QOS (Queen of Swagger) in Ghana at

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Luxe Africa: Nigeria

Title: Nigeria lacks lustre for its wealthy
Dated: 2012

"Millionaire at 29? That's five years too late," barks a brash mobile phone advertisement in Lagos.

The billboard, depicting a young man in a sharp suit in one of the Nigerian city's more upmarket neighbourhoods, neatly encapsulates the get-rich-quick attitude that prevails in the country's urban areas.

Luxury cars and large, gated

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Enforcing Accountability: World Bank Debars Ghanaian Company for Sanctionable Misconduct Relating to a Waste Management Project in Liberia

This two-year debarment follows the company’s acknowledgment of misconduct

 
WASHINGTON, September 25, 2013— The World Bank Group announced the debarment of Zoomlion Ghana Limited (Zoomlion), a privately held company headquartered in Ghana for a period of two years following the company’s acknowledgment of misconduct impacting the World Bank-financed the Emergency Monrovia Urban Sanitation

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Hot chocolate demand sends cocoa prices soaring

Dated: 15/10/2013
Chocoholics beware. Cocoa has become this year’s hot commodity.

The price of cocoa, the key ingredient in chocolate, has soared more than 20 per cent since January. Recovering demand in the US and Europe, the largest chocolate buyers, and dry weather in west Africa, the world’s key producing region, have transformed demand and supply prospects.

After almost two years

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The State of The Union: Nissan to build cars in Nigeria

 

 

Nissan will become the first global carmaker to build cars in Nigeria since west Africa’s largest economy rolled out a policy to tempt investors into its nascent automotive industry.
The Japanese carmaker, which has aggressively targeted growth in emerging markets as the centrepiece of its global strategy, plans to build 45,000 cars a year in the country, likely starting with an

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Danone Partners With Abraaj In Fan Milk Acquisition

Dated: 25/10/2013

VENTURES AFRICA – World’s largest yoghurt maker, Danone has partnered with Dubai private equity firm Abraaj Group to buy Fan Milk International (FMI), a frozen dairy products and juices maker in West Africa with sales of around $26.3 million in 2012.

Established as a family business over 50 years ago, FMI is a market leader in frozen dairy products in West Africa with

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Hair Senta

Caribbean curl 20" in burgundy by Hairsenta


 



Ghana based actress Nana Ama McBrown at the HairSenta







　




Jheri curl texture.. Body wave texture- blackest black. Hair by Hair Senta








The ever beautiful former MNET Face of Africa contestant –model Hamarmat at HairSenta



　







I'm sure this is Accra big girl, interior decorator Patty (grey eyes) at the HairSenta

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Make-up by LUXE d’VISAGE

"LUXE d’VISAGE is a mobile makeup and hair service provider that specialises in bridal makeup

 

 




 

Make-up for BDI by Amitibey by LUXE d’VISAGE








On set...@ home with Joselyn Dumas..showing. On Mnet Afican Magic













　







"It is said that the wedding day is one of the most memorable and special days of every brides life. You do loads to prepare for that magical

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We are soooo corrupt that we have shot ourselves in the foot. Instead of doing what they are supposed to be doing first --then chop the rest (because we all know they will chop it), they are instead looting, eating, then using the few pesewas (the bones) left ---to tackle: infrastructure, electricity, roads, schools, public toilets and to pay our doctors and nurses; and now 'some shady few' want to make it illegal for the struggling masses in Ghana to demonstrate.....Are they serious????

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The state of the Nation: Gifty Andoh Appiah of Joy News TV, Ghana discusses Public lavatories in Nima, Accra in award winning film clip...

OMGoodness...... I've watched a piece about public toilets in Nima, Accra Ghana and I can't believe it.......I've never seen anything like it...........



I can't comprehend the unsanitiery public toilets shown in Gifty Andoh Appiah of Joy News TV, Ghana's award wining clip shot in Nima, Accra.....



I don't know what to say... Our people shouldn't be living like this!!!!



If the mayor of

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‘Akosombo Dam in critical stage’

Minister of Energy and Petroleum, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has revealed that the Akosombo Dam is in a critical stage due to low volumes of water flowing into it this year. He noted that this was due to the poor rainfall pattern and it would likely affect electricity supply.
Mr. Buah, who was speaking to journalists in Tamale, said unless something critical happened; the country will face a

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Agbobgloshie Market on fire again

Parts of the Agbobgloshie Market in Accra is currently being ravaged by fire. The fire which started about an hour ago is yet to be put out because personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service have not been able to gain access to the area under fire.Citi News Richard Sky who is at the scene of the fire reported that many of the structures in the market have been destroyed by the

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Ghana's Premier Luxury Real Estate Company Devtraco Launches 'Palmers Place' as well as three other new projects......

The Devtraco office right next to Palmers Place — at Airport Residential Area...











 Labadi Beach Hotel staff setting up — at Airport Residential Area













DJ Austin entertaining our lovely guests
 　







Sir Sam Jonah and Jamil Ibrahim gracing us with their presence...
 　



The CEO of Devtraco Plus giving a short speech

 

 


The Managing Director of Devtraco Limited

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Technology: Derrick Addae's ‘G’ Slab pocket PC tablet set to take on Apple’s IPad and Samsung’s Galaxy tablet.....

Technology: Ghanaian Invents Pocket PC Tablet

A 28 year old Ghanaian, Mr. Derrick Addae, CEO of GIL Corporation from
Kwabre-Aboaso in the Ashanti Region, has invented a pocket PC tablet which can
compete with most of the known tablets on the international market like Apple’s
IPad and Samsung’s Galaxy tablet.


Mr. Addae’s invention is called ‘G’ Slab and is capable of making phone

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Lerone Boye escape: Mental health worker in court

Dated: 24th /10/ 2013


A staff member at a mental health
centre has appeared in court accused of helping a convicted murderer escape.

Lerone Boye, 27, was jailed for life in December for stabbing a 17-year-old
boy to death at a birthday party in 2011.


He was being held at the John Howard Centre in Homerton, east London, when he
absconded on 16 October.


At Thames Magistrates' Court,

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9twenty5 Jewellers & Afua Owusu at the African Regent Hotel Accra, Ghana's Pop-Up Boutique from 31st October - 13th November 2013........

 Paulina says: Another fab collaboration for the African Regent Hotel who have teamed up with Ghana Rising Blog fave, elegant 9twenty5 Jewellers and Ghana based apparel label Afua Owusu set from Thursday 31st October -13th November 2013between.


This Pop-Up boutique is a wonderful opportunity for fashionistas to check out and buy beautiful pieces by one of the best jewellers in Ghana,

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Is Make-up Giant Mac set to Launch in Ghana? ..........We Hope so says Ghana's Sybarites

Title: Cosmetic firm MAC to open 20 stores in Africa

ALONG with its aggressive expansion in South Africa, Make-up Art Cosmetics (MAC) is to open 20 stores in the rest of sub-Saharan Africa during the next five years.

The NYSE-listed Estée Lauder-owned make-up label is eyeing fast-growing emerging markets, including Brazil, India and Turkey.

Dubbed the next consumer hot spot, sub-Saharan

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The State of The Union: Prada is set to open in Angola.....

SUB-Saharan Africa, where investment interest has grown further this year, is set to become a key battleground for the luxury goods industry, according to Euromonitor International.

The region, long considered unstable due to political tensions, has seen its fortunes improve due to the spate of oil and gas discoveries which are fuelling economic growth and giving rise to a set of

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Luxe Furniture: David Adjaye 4 Knoll

Washington Skeleton™ Aluminum Side Chair
Item #WS1CA-NCUDavid Adjaye - Available October 2013
David Adjaye's cantilevered chairs establish a play between propping and balancing, so that they are simultaneously functional and sculptural. Washington Skeleton™ is reduced to a fine geometric lattice while its inverted counterpoint, Washington Skin™, offers a colourful envelope to the

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Film: Obroni Wawu (white man has died) Directed by Resonant Pictures

"Amidst echoes of a mythic American West, a boy becomes a man in West Africa"



Watch via:  http://vimeo.com/39714712

Narrative: shot on location in Ghana, West Africa directed by Resonant Pictures........You can read all about Resonant Pictures via: http://vimeo.com/resonantpictures

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Ralph Lauren Polo Shirts now available at Aha Intimates, Accra Mall, Accra Ghana....

"Brighten your day with Colorful Ralph Lauren Polo's at Aha Intimates." Aha Intimates




Paulina says: Colour popping Ralph Lauren Polo Shirts for both gals and boys in every hue possible are now available in Accra's go-to-lingerie boutique, Aha Intimates situated in the Accra Mall. For more info and prices visit: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Aha-Intimates/450723671664967

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Objects of Desire: Clutches by goBa

 



 


Paulina says: Another day, another fab Ghana based label/brand to get excited about... goBa is an accessories label specialising in funky bold handbags and clutches and I'm truly loving the above clutches. I also love the fact that I haven't seen the wax print patterns goBa are using to make these gems, the prints are different, unexpected and refreshing. You can contact goBa

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The Economist Event: ‘The Ghana Summit’ set to take place from the 29th - 30th October 2013 at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra, Ghana….

"Africa’s recent economic surge is fuelling optimism about the continent’s prospects and positioning it in the minds of many investors and businesses as a significant opportunity.

Blessed with a wealth of natural resources and a large, young and growing population, many economies in Africa are enjoying rates of growth and development that are the envy of the emerging world.

While sections

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Luxe Real Estate & Lifestyle: Moevenpick Ambassador Hotel’s ‘Ambassador Heights’ Set to be the most fashionable address in Ghana…..

Ambassador Heights Garden Facade will offer beautiful
views onto the Moevenpick amenities and green spaces. Lush landscaping will
give homeowners a feeling of peace and serenity in the midst of the hustle and
bustle of the surrounding city.

 






 

“Welcome to
Ambassador Heights, Accra’s exclusive location for modern luxury living.
Embodying the spirit and aspirations of the new

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Ghana Hair and Beauty Expo set for the 15th -16th December 2013 at Event Haven, Ghana International Trade Fair Centre La-Accra….

Paulina
says: I was sent an email by a new beauty brand wanting to know more about the
Ghanaian market, –and I’m thinking that this must-go-event is a fabulous
platform for all wanting to reach genuine beauty consumers in Ghana, and those
with real disposable income in Accra…


Also,
if you’re looking to launch a beauty or hair product, why not do your research or
marketing –depending

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Weddings in Ghana: Do you want 'Sweets for your Sweet and Sugar for your Honey' Head to Candy Land Ghana…….

A Few Pointers for your wedding 'sweet table'

Fab labels and beautiful clear glass containers are essential......







The above table displays are fab indicators that for a more glamorous, Luxe grown-up feel, you really need to display your sweets in beautifully labelled
clear glass jars and bowls… You can work
with a graphic designer and Candy land to achieve this. You will need to

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Save the Rex! Save the Rex! Save the Rex! Save the Rex! Save the Rex! Save the Rex! Save the Rex!

“Save
the Rex!-A Kickstarter Project by AMAA Award-winning filmmaker and director
Akosua Adoma Owusu to revive the REX Cinema in Accra. Please Pledge now to this
cause. Thank you.” Design233


 

Award-winning
film-maker, Akosua Adoma Owusu, has initiated a Kickstarter program to raise
funds to save the defunct Rex Cinema in Accra, Ghana. The REX Cinema was built
by Ghana's first

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Sika-sem: Accra expected to be the fastest growing African city for millionaires

 



It’s time for some serious champagne popping


 

 


Time to decorate your Accra penthouse or Takoradi
beachfront house with some seriously OTT collection of Louis Vuitton luggage
and trunks……Just nonchalantly throw them around your home in that laissez-faire
way that the truly rich do…..




 


Time to make sure that a Jo Malone candle is always
burning in your home… The

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Fashion 4 Kids: Coco Angel Kids Boutique

 











“An elegant and vibrant retailer of children's clothing
located on the 1st floor of the brand new Marina Mall at Airport City in Accra.
Coco Angel is fast becoming a reputable and respected name in quality
children's fashion due to its outstanding range of fun, fashionable and
practical children's wear.” Coco Angel Kids Boutique


 
Paulina says: Looking for smart 'fresh &

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Want a fabulous high-rolling night out in Accra Ghana -head to Millionaires Casino Accra…..

Paulina says: the Millionaires Casino Accra situated in
the Golden Tulip Hotel along Liberation Road is celebrating its 8th
Birthday with a host of uber fabulous entertainment nights…. and is proving a popular haunt for the fashionable of Accra.

 

Note, the Millionaires Casino also has offshoots in Tema, Kumasi and Osu –and with their newly opened VIP
Lounge in Golden Tulip Hotel –

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Fashion: Da Viva has a standalone store in the Marina Shopping Mall, Airport City Accra Ghana…

Da Viva which has over 29 retail shops and authorised
dealers throughout Africa including: Benin, Ivory Coast, Nigeria and Ghana -now
has a standalone store in uber chichi Marina Shopping Mall in Airport City
Accra.

Situated on the ground floor of Ghana’s premier Marina Mall, Da Viva offers
a host of quality African wax print fabrics et al and some delectable
ready-to-wear pieces at

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Photography: STILLS by Tjletsa capturing the most stylish people and moments in Ghana……

 

Portrait taken at the Chalewote Street Arts Festival, in
Jamestown Accra by TjLetsa


 


Paulina says: the above photo by TjLetsa is driving me
crazy –in a good way. Leaving me spellbound and beyond inspired!!! A beautiful
model with to-die-for dark chocolate complexion and a knowing gaze, the
extraordinary way the bodacious Ghanaian wax print fabrics in the background
happily clashes

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Black History Month: Celebrating Jack Johnson -the first Black heavyweight champion of the world…..

Title: Jack Johnson: A Great African-American champion
from Ghana



Boxer Jack Johnson instilled pride in the African-American community in 1908 by becoming the first African-American world heavyweight champion at 30 years old. Born John Arthur Johnson in Texas, Jack was the son of former Southern slaves; his father traced their ancestry directly to modern-day Ghana.

 

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A Ghanaian Hero: Kofi Boa

Title: Tony Blair and Howard Buffett: African Leaders, Not Aid Donors, Must Lead the Way to Ending HungerDated: 15/10/2013

Despite the progress we have made in eradicating disease, advancing new technologies and improving wellbeing, it is difficult to fathom that we still fail to feed nearly a billion people in the world. Nowhere is chronic food insecurity so entrenched as it is in

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Luxe Tourism: Running in Heels’ Best Guide to Accra, Ghana……..

The Local’s Guide to……Accra. Ghana’s capital is a beach-side haven crammed with chic shopping spots.

One of the few countries to escape the turmoil that engulfed West Africa in the latter years of the 1990s, Ghana has long been a haven – both for refugees and those in search of a break. Blessed with a tropical climate, the country is one of the world’s largest exporters of cocoa and boasts a

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For Trendy Kitchens in Ghana head to Kabinart……

A simple yet attractive kitchenette - Ghc 7,000 including
appliances and granite work top…


 

 



Kitchenette installed in a 60m2 apartment - GHC 6,000

 

 




Details: all appliances built in…..


 







We install your kitchen just after 2 days of confirmation.
Another satisfied customer shared pictures of her kitchen with us.


 




Kitchen installed in Kumasi - GHC 4,000

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All That Jazz: Peter White Live in concert on Saturday 26th October 2013 at The National Theatre Accra, Ghana………

Art work by KB MEDIA Version (https://www.facebook.com/pages/KB-MEDIA-Version/144413999046121) 


 
Paulina says: The Jazz Society of Ghana present world renowned
jazz guitarist Peter White live in concert at The National Theatre, Accra Ghana
on Saturday 26th October 2013 at 8pm prompt… Peter White is
supported by Queen Asabea Cropper and Kenteman, Akablay and The Abisa Band… For
more

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Fashion: Lace and Kente –A very stylish mix

“A Beautiful Ghanaian Bride” Weddings OnPoint



Paulina says: I was quietly minding my own business, doing
some small, small research about the same ole high-end weddings/services for my
Ghanaian weddings list thingy…. when I stumbled upon the above photo via the ‘Weddings
On Point’ Facebook fan page and was blown away.


The heady gorgeous mix of quality lace and the most

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After a Louis Vuitton Speedy –head to vintage specialist Blossom & Wednesday’s stand at the RetroFab Boutique Sales on Saturday 26th October 2013 at Felibees, East Legon Accra, Ghana….

"The Speedy is an iconic Louis Vuitton design. Its simple
lines and chic Monogram canvas immediately appeal to women with an eye for
fashion. It’s the perfect bag for the city! The current season model of this piece is currently
selling at GBP 510.00." Blossom & Wednesday


 

Paulina says: Blossom & Wednesday is a vintage outfit
based in Accra Ghana specialising in designer handbags

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Stylish Moments: Ivy Quainoo in Tulle Dress….

I just stumbled upon singer Ivy Quainoo looking uber
fabulous in this delectable dreamy tulle dress and had to share –what’s not to
love… I must admit I’m loving Ivy Quainoo’s transformation!!! I’m also loving
Ivy’s new shorter natural hair style…., I think she looks soooo gorgeous, all pared
down, fresh & clean -- and oh……I want that dress…  

Can you remember Ivy Quainoo’s old look!!!

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Vote Dee for BEFFTA’s Best Wardrobe Stylist….

Title: Stylist Dorothy Maathay-Osei (Dee) up for a BEFFTA


The Black Entertainment Film Fashion Television and Arts
(BEFFTA) Awards is one of the respected honour regimes in the United Kingdom
and Ghanaian stylist, Dorothy Maathay-Osei, popularly known as Dee, is hoping
to join the ranks of its honourees this year.

She has been nominated in the Best Wardrobe Stylist
category for 2013.

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Fabulous Live Music: KonKoma

Do watch the above clip via: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hkovld9D_Y


 


Paulina says: I only heard about this fabulous band after
their much feted stint at this year’s Womad festival and I’m wondering why I haven’t
heard of them sooner, –they are da bomb and I want more…


Described as “a rich blend of Afro-funk, jazz, soul and
traditional African rhythms” –the KonKoma sound

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Idris Elba Makes Cover of GQ Magazine’s October 2013 Issue….

The cover photo was photographed by Sebastian Kim. To
keep up with Idris Elba visit his official website at: http://www.driis.com/
https://www.facebook.com/idriselba

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Crime: Ghanaians on Murdermap……

 

My goodness…. Murdermap is the type of website that would
have stopped my parents from ever letting my siblings and me out –if it had
existed back then. One upsetting murder after another, it’s also full of cases
concerning Ghanaian victims –and makes for very sober reading…  Please note, it doesn’t make for easy reading
but is an eye opener none the less. I wished my friend hadn’t

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Urban Dictionary …a whole load of Kwasiasem

Nana 
Nana is an amazing funny pretty girl. You'll love her
once you meet her. She is normally dark skinned. She always has something to
say. She is loud and rude and isn't afraid to say what’s on her mind.


Nana is amazing.


Read the rest about what Nana means to some via: http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=nana


 


 


Ghana 
Country known for beautiful girls with awesome

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Ghanafua leave National Treasure Richard Kingson Alone….

“The reason why Okomfo Anokye vanished and hasn't
returned ever since is that he is still searching for Olele's birth
certificate. ‪#‎olelefact” DGPP


 

“Olele (Oley Ley) 
-Adjective  Origin- "Ga language
Ghana" [To be too old for a particular task or activity]. ‪#‎olelefact” ASJ


 

“In Ghana when entertainers grow, we wish them away
instead of tapping from their experience.

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Vivo Energy Acquires Majority Shareholding in Shell Ghana Limited

Dated: 10/08/2013
Vivo Energy, the company formed by Vitol, Helios Investment Partners and Shell to distribute and market Shell-branded fuels and lubricants across Africa, acquired a majority shareholding in Shell Ghana Limited on 1st August 2013.Christian Chammas, the Chief Executive Officer of Vivo Energy, visited Accra to talk about the company’s commitment to Ghana and the opportunities

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Wish You Were Here: Ghana’s beautiful beaches…….

***The serenely secluded beautiful Keta beach in Ghana....







**This photo of 'Hillburi' Aburi -the resort on the hill in Ghana is beautifully shot at night and captures the breath-taking views and infinity pool perfectly...







**Beautiful, clean and serene Ezile Bay Village is a must for sun lovers visiting Ghana...


This photo is beautifully shot and the sun is shining, just what

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Crime: Sabastian Gyamfi, Diana Oppong accused in credit card thefts

Photo: Prince William County Police

 

A Woodbridge man is accused of purchasing thousands of dollars in kitchen appliances using stolen credit cards and then asking a woman to hide the evidence from police.



 


Police say Sabastian Adu Gyamfi, 56, stole several credit cards from victims living across the country. He then used the cards to buy about $150,000 in kitchen

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Ghanaian kept womens' latest trend ---SIKA NAILS gets Ghana Rising Blog talking…..

A Ghanaian Cedi note used to decorate nails....


















 


Paulina says: I got a call about six months ago from Miss
Jagger-Jagger Ghana about a new cosmetic company that has opened in Accra Ghana
---that “does absolutely everything” and I mean everything --including
liposuction, boob jobs, nose jobs, nip-tucks etc ---and couldn’t wait to fill
me in about the types of women using

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Idris Elba Makes Cover of Esquire Magazine’s November 2013 Issue….

To
keep up with Idris Elba visit his official website at: http://www.driis.com/
https://www.facebook.com/idriselba




For
more info about Enquire Magazine visit: http://www.esquire.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/esquiremagazine

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Kwaadee Talks……..

 








 

Please watch this clip via: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsR2AzXztZQ#t=133


 

Published on 6 Oct 2013
Reacting to recent calls from media houses about his
mother visiting media housing, Kwaadee quite noticeably upset speaks out for the first
time. Film at (OM) Ohenemedia on 5th Oct 2013. After just being informed that his
mother has visited yet another media house more with

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Republic Bank acquires more shares in Ghana bank

Dated: 1/10/2013

Republic Bank says it now controls 40 per cent of the HFC Bank Ghana, after acquiring an additional 7.98 per cent shareholding in the financial institution. In a statement, the Trinidad-based bank said that it purchased 23,638,340 ordinary shares at a price of GHS 0.67 (US$0.31) per share, making it the single largest shareholder in HFC Bank Ghana.

Republic Bank earlier held

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The state of The Nation…..

Title: Stop ‘cursing’ the economy with "doomsaying" – Joe Abbey
Dated:

Economist Dr. Joe Abbey says the continuous "doomsaying" about the economy is dangerous for the country.Though he admits the current economy is in dire straits, the Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Analyst (CEPA) warns that the doom-preaching bodes ill for Ghana.“…We’ve reached the point where the debates are

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The State of The Nation…..

Title: Ghana's public debt is fourth highest in Africa.......
Dated: 8/10/2013

Ghana has been ranked as the fourth country in Africa which has the highest public debt in relation the total value of the economy.Ghana was ranked fourth after countries like: Cape Verde, The Gambia, and São Tomé and Principe.The Africa Pulse Report by the World Bank tracks the economic growth of various countries

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The state of The Nation…..

Title:Newly Oil-Rich Ghana Struggles to Please

Dated: April 09, 2013

 








When Ghana struck oil in 2007, citizens expected the industry would bring them better lives and investors anticipated hefty profits from a rising African economic star.

Six years later, all of them are complaining.
     
Lower-than-expected production from the offshore Jubilee field and funding a costly

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Brooks Support –Event Planner du jour…..

Paulina says: The thing about folks back home is that they
prefer to ring or email me here in London to ask for the best this and that
when I should be the one ring them. Some time back I promised a ‘Ghana High-End
Wedding list thingy, and someone, I wouldn’t name names have really held me to
it!!!


I still up to this present day get mostly emails asking me
for wedding planners, various

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For the latest model from Volkswagen head to Universal Motors Ltd in Accra, Ghana…..

Paulina says: I was reading John Lewis’ latest Edition magazine,
their Autumn issue -when I stumbled upon a fab piece by journalist Miranda
Sawyer about one of my all-time favourite cars, the VW Beetle...

 

Apparently, “Volkswagen
made twenty-one-and-a-half-million in the original 1938 Type 1 design and “it’s
the longest-running, most manufactured car, ever.”

 

Miranda

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White Sands Beach Resort And Spa –paradise on earth (Awarded Ghana Rising Blog Gold Status)….

 






 





















 



 


Paulina says: You might have heard the rumours but have
you ever wondered about Ghana’s most exotic, most exclusive, most beautiful and
most tranquil hideaway? Of course those in the know will not be happy with me preferring to keep this exquisite 60 acre sanctuary gem hush-hush …but you know what I’m like…..


White Sands Beach Resort and Spa

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Fadi Charles Tattoo & Piercing Gallery -Ghana’s premier tattoo parlour

Paulina says: Personally I’m not a fan of tattoos, I think
I’ve watched too many documentaries about what happens inside Russian and American
prisons to get too excited about the subversive art of tattoos --but many of
you are and are wondering where in the great metropolis of Accra you can go for
a professional, safe and hygienic tattoo!!!


Step forward dapper it-boy

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Objects of Desire: Kente CC Chale unisex t-shirts by Allen & Fifth

Paulina says: I just stumbled upon the above photo of
what can only be described as the must have t-shirt of the season via the FASHIZBLACK
Facebook fan page of a couple of black t-shirts with a sort of Chanel logo
created out of Kente with the word Chale underneath by a new fashion label Allen
& Fifth --and just had to share…they are fabulous and a reasonable $25 each….


For more info

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Ghana Fashion Week 2013" Memoirs of a Woman" Editorial Concept –Vogue Black…..

 


 


 


 



 















EDITORIAL CREDITS

CREATIVE DIRECTOR/ STYLIST  – DARYL RITA OSEKREH

PHOTOGRAPHY – MASATOSHI HAMANOI

HAIR STYLIST – CHARLOTTE MENSAH

MAKE-UP – GRAZIELLA VELLA

MODELS: SORI MATOS & ASTRID CABALLERO


 

The campaign themed Memoirs of a woman takes inspiration
from the movie Memoirs of a Geisha, creating an editorial that tells a story of
a woman depicting

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Made-in-Ghana fashion accessories label MSimps’ founder Mabel Simpson is featured on BBC’s Africa News……

 

 

From Ghana to the world's catwalks 4 October 2013 Last
updated at 19:19 BST


It has been a good year for the African fashion industry,
with successful shows putting African designs in the spotlight in cities such
as London and New York.


Back on the continent, many fashion designers hope to
take their labels to catwalks around the world.


One of them is Mabel Simpson, whose
"

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A must Read: The Akan Diaspora in the Americas by Kwasi Konadu

“In his groundbreaking study of the Akan diaspora, Kwasi
Konadu demonstrates how this cultural group originating in West Africa both
engaged in and went beyond the familiar diasporic themes of maroonage,
resistance, and freedom. Between the sixteenth and nineteenth centuries, the
Akan never formed a majority among other Africans in the Americas. But their
leadership skills in war and

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Forbes launches it much anticipated ‘Forbes Life Africa’ glossy…..

Alek Wek on the cover of the first issue of Forbes Africa……..


 

“Forbes Life Africa opens up a new platform for debate
and expression on the rich stories of everything from lifestyle and sports to
the arts. From cigar lounges in Nairobi and music for the masses to the
millionaire as a consumer, the publication will highlight the continent’s
wealth, youth, action and vitality.” Forbes Life

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Object of Desire: Bronze Anklet from the Kasena People in Ghana

 















Ghana
- 20th
century


(Price
upon application)


Purchase
from 1stdibs via: http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/folk-art/tribal-art/bronze-anklet-from-kasena-people-ghana/id-f_785752/

http://www.1stdibs.com/
https://www.facebook.com/1stdibs


Paulina
says: I’m wondering ………where did these owners buy our treasures from? Which of our
chiefs sold this beautiful anklet? Or were

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Fabled Akan Characters: Oronoko by Aphra Behn

Oronoko
is a short work of prose fiction by Aphra Behn (1640–1689), published in 1688,
concerning the love of its hero, an enslaved African in Surinam in the 1660s,
and the author's own experiences in the new South American colony. Oronoko:
or, the Royal Slave is a relatively short novel concerning the grandson of a
Coromantin African king, Prince Oronoko, who falls in love with Imoinda,

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Ship Capsizes off Italy; 114 African Migrants Die

The rickety fishing boat was the third of the night to head toward the tiny Italian island of Lampedusa, overloaded with African migrants seeking a better life in Europe. Most never reached shore.


After the boat started taking on water, someone on board set a fire to get the attention of passing ships. The flames spread and panicked passengers surged to one side to avoid the fire.

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Social Calendar: Ghana Fashion & Design Week Release Show Schedule….

Paulina says: Wow I can’t believe that this years Ghana Fashion & Design Week is just around the corner. Taking place in Accra, from the 11th - 13th October 2013 at Accra’s premier Movenpick Ambassador Hotel –this must-go event of the year is going to be bigger and better than last year and I can’t wait.



For more info or to buy tickets visit: http://www.ghanafashiondesignweek.com

http:

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TV: Ruby Tandoh making head waves on the BBC’s Great British Bake Off………..

“Ruby Tandoh…….Our if not the favourite to win 2013’s
GBBO (which is proving to be a stellar one). Used to be a model. Made a peacock
out of bread. Nothing not to like.” Grazia magazine


 

Paulina says: It’s very possible that I’ve been living on
the moon for the past month or sooo because I honest-to-goodness had no idea uber
beautiful former model Ruby Tandoh who is an incredible

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Haute Collaboration: Mo Saïque 4 LaQuan Smith

“This Season I have my very own shoe!! Collaboration
with Mo' Saique for LaQuan Smith. Metallic croc strap sandal. SS14” LaQuan
Smith


 

Paulina says: I love, love, love haute collaborations
between fashion insiders –because when it’s done right it’s as potent as a hot
model dating a hot rock-star –explosive!!!!

I’m loving Ghana Rising fave, shoe designer Afua Dabanka’s

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Social Calendar: Ghana International women's Club to hold its much-feted Gala Night on Saturday 26th October 2013 at the Alisa Hotel Accra, Ghana

Paulina says: Touted as the event of the year, this gala will
not only be an opportunity for you to dress-up and hob-nob with Ghana’s
ladies-who-lunch but as a not-for-profit organisation,  -Ghana International women's Club will also be
raising money for charity on the night…

 

For more info visit: http://www.ghanaiwc.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ghana-International-Womens-Club/

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Christie Brown opens new standalone Luxe boutique in Viva Court, Osu Ghana…..

Paulina says: A big congratulations to Aisha Obuobi the
fashion designer behind much feted Christie Brown label on her new boutique in
chichi Viva Court, Osu Ghana next to the old American Embassy --which is also
home to some of the most modish spots in Accra including high-end restaurants, Viva
Boutique and global biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca…





For more info visit the

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Health & Wellbeing: For professional Cancer treatment in Ghana head to Sweden Ghana Medical Centre……

Oncology Area - MRI


 




Oncology Area – Linac


 


 




Oncology Area - CT Scan


 








Oncology Area - Chemotherapy Suite





 




Administration & Reception Area




 

 
 
 
 
 







 





“Sweden Ghana Medical Centre covers the full range of
cancer specialties and utilizes state-of-the art equipment and the treatment
techniques to provide quality radiation treatment.

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The best Ghanaian Music on Soundcloud –right now (Big up Lee Stone, his music is hot)….

The late great  Terry Nii Adjetey aka Terry BonChaka

https://soundcloud.com/bbkalman/terry-bon-chaka


 


LEE STONE...SAMPIALE. {Prod.
By Dee Music} by Ghanamuzichost

https://soundcloud.com/ghanamuzichost/lee-stone-sampiale-prod-by-dee



 

LEE STONE...YAA AMPONSAH
{Produced By Article Wan} by Ghanamuzichost 


https://soundcloud.com/ghanamuzichost/lee-stone-yaa-amponsah


 


 

Kesse

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Media/fashion: Zandile Blay is named as Editor-in-Chief of the soon to launch HELLO Nigeria magazine……

“I don’t know if I consider myself a
fashionista. I am a fashion journalist and a Fashion Journalism professor by
trade, but that doesn’t make me fashion obsessed. I am inspired by the vim and
vigour with which Nigerian’s approach their wardrobe selections. It seems a
very serious matter. I’m excited to capture it in the style and society pages
of Hello!” Zandile Blay


 


Paulina says

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A Must Watch: The Lost Kingdoms of Africa The Kingdom of Asante……

Lost Kingdoms of Africa The Kingdom of
Asante Series 2 Episode 1 of 4


Duration: 1 hour
We know less about Africa's distant past
than almost anywhere else on Earth. But the scarcity of written records doesn't
mean that Africa lacks history - it is found instead in the culture, artefacts
and traditions of the people. In this series, art historian Dr Gus
Casely-Hayford explores some of

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Price of Gold is going down......

Akwesi Boahene’s gold dreams ended better than those of some people in Dunkwa-on-Offin, Ghana, whose riverbeds yield flecks of the precious metal to pickaxes. He still had his life.

Boahene, a satellite-television installer, and a partner pooled $10,000 two years ago to rent land and start a mining operation in a muddy West African town then booming with prospectors lured by what was

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Ghana’s Majestic Past/History in Photographs: Ghana in the 1870s

 





In
the inner of an Ashanti homestead (today Ghana) 1837


 


 




A
woman from Éwaffé, a village with at that time frequently visited, permanent
marketplace in the hinterland of the Gold Coast. The bead on the back side of
the clothing the woman was also called "Cul de Paris" and was at that
time an internationally popular fad in women's clothing. 1873


 


 




A
wife of the king

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History of Fashion in Ghana: Dutch Wax

African Dutch Wax



  

The part of Toronto I live in is a pretty ethnically and racially mixed area. While I can’t give you its exact demographics, I think it would be pretty fair to say that a relatively large portion of the neighborhood is composed of people of West and Central African origin or descent. It is often referred to, lovingly, by my friend (who is herself the daughter of two

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Accra Homes -offering reasonably priced stylish rentals in Accra Ghana…..

Property
Type: Unfurnished Apartment
Transaction
Type: Rent
Price:
$ 1700.00
Location:
Osu
Bedrooms:
2
Washrooms:

Status:
Property Available


Description:
One can see the whole of Osu environ from standing at the balcony or looking
through the window of this apartment. There is 24/hr security, furnished
kitchen, it is just by the roadside, 3 mins drive from Osu Papaye & a

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Breaking News: Miss Ghana 2013 Carranzar Naa Okailey Shooter comes in Third place….

Left
is Mrs France 2013 who came 2nd place, then the winner Miss Philippines 2013 Megan
Young and our Naa looking absolutely stunning in a royal blue evening gown..  









There’s are real sweetness, an easy breezy good natured
loveliness about Miss Ghana 2013 Carranzar Naa Okailey Shooter –and I’m sooo pleased
for her and wish her the best…









The ever beautiful Miss Ghana 2013

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A Ghanaian Hero: Remembering Princess Laura Adorkor Koffey aka “Mother Koffey”

In
my search of more info about trailblazer and “Gold Coast native Laura Adorkor
Koffey” who founded “The African Universal Church and Commercial League” in the
United States in 1929 –with the sole purpose of repatriating African-Americans
back to the homeland of their forefathers in West Africa” I stumble across the
following via: http://therealstorylauraadorkorkofey.blogspot.co.uk
–

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The History of the Orthodox Church in Ghana .........

A Chronology of Events, 1884-1982


28 March 1884 Church founder Rev. Kwamin Ntsetse
Bresi-Ando was born, on this date, in the British Colony of the Gold Coast
(today known as Ghana, West Africa). The Ghanaian church community that he
founded (in 1932) eventually became the canonical Orthodox Church of Ghana,
within the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria (in 1982). Bresi-Ando was
very

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The West African Clean Energy & Environment Exhibition & Conference 2013 (WACEE 13) set to take place from 12th - 14th November 2013 at the Accra International Conference Centre in Accra, Ghana…..

WACEE '13 - Sustainable Energy for West Africa


The 2nd West African  
Clean Energy and Environment Exhibition and Conference, WACEE is
scheduled to take place from 12 - 14th November 2013 at the Accra International
Conference Centre in Accra, Ghana. 
Double-digit growth rates for  
South African imports of energy and electronic technology as well as
political stability make Ghana the

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Tourism & Luxe Weddings: Hillburi –proving a hit with Ghana’s high society wedding planners…

“Hillburi Aburi, the
Resort On The Hill”


 

Paulina says: Wow another hotel to add to our ever
growing band of exquisite hotels/venues to check out on our next visit to Ghana!!!


 

Hillburi which is touted as a “manor style boutique hotel and members club”
with “deluxe rooms, bar and  restaurant,
infinity Swimming pool, kids playground, conference and

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Men’s Fashion: Upper Culture GH

 Penny loafer also available in black.










Keeping up with Ghanaian tradition and heritage,
@upperculturegh presents the adinkra collection. Crafted with passion by our
finest goldsmith, adinkra is what every true Ghanaian is proud of.


 

 




Fresh off the shoe maker's table. Handmade shoes from
@upperculturegh


 


“Upper Culture is a Ghanaian
brand that makes quality,

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South Africa’s Times Media Group Limited (TMG) acquires a 32.26 percent stake in Ghana’s Multimedia Group for R144 million ($14.6m)….....

Title: TMG Acquires Stake In Ghana’s Multimedia For $14.6m
Dated: 17th September 2013



JSE-listed media giant, TMG, has announced the acquisition of 32.26 percent stake in Ghana’s Multimedia Group for R144 million ($14.6m).

This is the continuation of TMG’s strategy to invest in quality media firms in the African continent.
TMG said the reason it invested in Multimedia is that Ghana

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First Bank of Nigeria’s (FBN) acquires Ghana’s International Commercial Bank (ICB)

Title: First Bank’s ICB Acquisition Gets Approval
Dated: 25th September 2013


First Bank of Nigeria’s (FBN) recent acquisition of Ghana’s International Commercial Bank (ICB) has been approved by the Bank of Ghana (BOG).

According to a statement released by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the takeover will include ICB’s subsidiaries in Gambia, Guinea, Senegal and Sierra-Leone, and would

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Haute Nightlife: La Maison Du Cigar Accra, Ghana…

Paulina
says: Cigars are not for everyone, I personally haven’t had one since my Rex Bar
days in Zurich a hundred years ago but I think that for those of us who like to
work hard and play hard –one night of high excess in our life is not a bad
thing –no? Anyway I know I’m going to be getting some funky emails from Ghana’s
moral classes……


Recently
launched La Maison Du Cigar is all

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Looking for luxury rentals in Ghana, head to Casas Corona…….

 





First Floor Apartment East Legon.

​Available IMMEDIATELY
US$2500 unfurnished
​​This first floor apartment is ideally located.  It comes with everything you don't want to have to worry about: fridge/freezer, microwave, washer/dryer, cooker, wireless router.  With 3 bedrooms and an open plan living/dining area full of natural light as well as a balcony with views over the courtyard its

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La Dolce Vita: After a second home abroad? Check out Ocean Green Beach Villas in Prampram Ghana…….

Work being carried out in Prampram Ghana on the construction of Ocean Green Beach Villas..





“Have
a look at our Ocean Green Beach Villas Prampram. We identify 3 types of villas
and can include private pool if so desired. Each house has 2 parking spaces.
Each house also has over 82 m2 additional built space for Terrace, Patio and
Exterior Moonlight bathing. The design and

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Model Citizen: Nunana Awoonor

 This photo is killer fierce.......










Paulina says: There’s a real buzz about student and model
Nunana Awoonor in the Ghanaian press and beyond –right now. So I just had to
investigate –and I’m glad I did.


New Jersey based Nunana Awoonor, don’t you just love her
name…. who’s been modelling for about 2 years is pretty fabulous.


Nunana Awoonor is a naturally beautiful

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Ghana’s Sarkordie Makes Forbes Top Ten Most Bankable African Urban Music Artists…

Paulina says: I love Africa’s best rapper Sarkordie… He
has just been voted the 8th most bankable African artists on the
planet by Forbes –good for him, he’s an incredibly inspirational young man..…


We have to celebrate Sarkodie, -unlike other Ghana based
recording artists Sakordie isn’t afraid of success and is willing to venture
into other industries including fashion design etc.


I

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A must Read: Design233 Website

 **Credit: Photography by Charles Lawson





“The Swaniker residence, designed originally by Gizella
Agbotsui for the Swaniker family, is a house full of delights and surprises.
The original plan for this lovely four-bedroom house was slightly altered by
the older Swaniker lady, Constance's mother, adding on a lobby into the house,
a formal seating area as well as a front

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House of Cramer –fast becoming Ghana’s fashion stylists du jour….

PHOTOGRAPHY- C. Asare  

MAKE- UP- Contours by Valerie


STYLING- House of Cramer


MODEL- Oforiwaa




 




Catwalk styling by House of Cramer for CHRISTIE BROWN
RUNWAY | Talensi


 




TV styling by House of Cramer on the set of The BE BOLD
Show | Season 4


 




Fashion Styling by House of Cramer for CHRISTIE BROWN
LOOKBOOK | Xutra


 




Catwalk styling by House of Cramer for

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Shillons Delicatessen –fast becoming the numero uno go-to delicatessen for haute ingredients in Ghana (and probably West Africa)….

“An exciting new
delicatessen in Accra, offering imported cheeses, cooked meats and other
speciality produce combining local Ghanaian ingredients to tempt any palate.” Shillons
Delicatessen


 

Paulina says: Are desperately homesick for some posh nosh
somewhere in the Accra metropolis? Head to Shillons Delicatessen situated in Awulutey
Street, Accra, Ghana and you’ll be as right-as-rain

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Luxe Weddings in Ghana: Why not arrive at your dream wedding via a helicopter courtesy of True Events Ghana….

 




 


“True Events Ghana is a hub to your dream weddings,
corporate events and couture events.” True Events Ghana


 


Paulina says: I don’t know whether the good people behind
new wedding/events planners du jour True Events Ghana -climbed into my Ghana Rising
brain or not but they have managed to singlehandedly take the wedding industry
in Ghana to the next level, –to the zenith in fact

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Haute Foodie News: Accra's favourite Italian Pizza Bar & Grill partners with hellofood.com

Paulina says: Did you know that Accra's favourite Italian
Pizza joint -Nicolino Pizza Bar & Grill has now partners with hellofood.com,
Ghana’s go-to gourmet delivery service of choice to deliver their Hot Toscana
Pizza prized at GH₵28.00 straight to your door?


Yep…head to “Hellofood.com and discover great food every
day, and enjoy steaming home food conveniently delivered to your

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Hot Night Life: SHAKA ZULU Bar & Restaurant, Accra Ghana…

“A sophisticated and high end bar & restaurant, for
the best nightlife experience in Accra.” SHAKA ZULU Bar & Restaurant


 


Paulina says: Another day, another fab venue to add to the ever growing
band of fantastic hubs for hot nights out in the ever sexy Accra metropolis…


My gorgeous friend Ivy H just got back from Ghana (she’s
going back in a couple of weeks

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Luxe Weddings in Ghana: The Plaice Events Centre

 

“A luxurious mobile air-conditioned tent suitable for all
events.” The Plaice Events Centre


 

Paulina says: I’ve been meaning to blog about The Plaice
Events Centre forever and must do so now because I keep getting emails about elegant
venues that are large enough to hold uber large events and weddings…


Feted as the go to venue for Ghana’s fash-pack, fashion entrepreneur

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Fashion: AfroMod Trends Launches 'Nyornu' 2013 Collection

Photography: Sefa Nkansah


Model: Adina Ndamse


Make up: Sparkle n
Shine


Hair: Shinells
(OSU)


 

Paulina says: I’m excited!!! Is it possible that we have
another fantastic media hub in which to appreciate all the fabulous happenings
in Ghana? I stumbled upon these lovely photos of Ghana based fashion label AfroMod Trends' latest 'Nyornu'
2013 Collection via the Modern Ghana

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The State of the nation’s Roads: Omgoodness Russian delegate to Ghana the Rt. Hon Justice Viacheslav Mikhailovic Lebedev is seriously injured in a motor accident….

Title: Update: Russian Chief Justice at 37 Military Hospital




The Chief Justice of Russia, who got severely injured in a motor accident in the Volta Regional capital, Ho, has been admitted at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra. He is currently at the Intensive Unit, government has confirmed.

Justice Viacheslav Mikhailovic Lebedev was one of the guest speakers at an annual Ghana Bar

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Who will be gracing this year's Ghana Fashion & Design Week’s front Row.....

 The star studded front row at London fashion Week....




 

Fab singers Delilah, Pixie Lott and AME's on the front row at Julien
MacDonald show…





Icons…American Vogue editor Anna Wintour and Mick Jagger at
the shows





 
Former Sugarbabes now MKS ...Mutya, Keisha and Siobhan at
Sister by Sibling show at London Fashion Week…





 One
Direction's Harry Styles, Kelly Osbourne and a

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Fashion: Ami Richardson

 

“Ami Richardson brings you Colourful, Trendy, Chick,
Cute and Timeless locally made leather and African print bags, clutches, shoes,
wallets etc. that is designed with you in mind.” Ami Richardson


 

Paulina says: The Ami Richardson accessories label (think
bold trendy handbags and clutches) is uber new to la Ghana Rising’s radar and
looks young, fresh and

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The State of the Nation: Only the BONES are left……

Title: NDC Blames Duffour For Economic Crisis
Dated: 10/9/13

It is a reality that aside of direct beneficiaries of the GYEEDA largesse, members of the Youth For Mahama Campaign, and some Executives of the NDC including alleged beneficiaries of Judgement Debts, every citizen of Ghana is feeling the pains of the nation’s economic crunch.

Ghanaians were not surprised when the President, John

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A Ghanaian Hero: Nii Quaynor ‘Africa's father of the internet’..

Professor Nii Quaynor



Title: 'Africa's father of the internet:' Web pioneer on
bringing a continent online


Dated: 4/9/2013

 


Ghanaian professor Nii Quaynor is an African internet pioneer

He was recently inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame
He says more African businesses must develop and host content


 
(CNN) -- If you're reading this somewhere in Africa, then perhaps you

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Ghana Model Awards Release their ‘Model of the Year’ Nominees……….

NOMINEES FOR 'THE MOST PROMISING MODEL OF THE YEAR -
FEMALE' :


 MERCY ASHIE


 FREMA MENSAH


 ZENOBIA BOU -
CHEDID


 GRACE SARFO


 GLORIA DOGBEY


 







NOMINEES FOR THE 'MOST PROMISING MODEL OF THE YEAR -
MALE':


 COURAGE KWASHIE


 RALPH ZILLARY


 ISAAC ARTHUR


 JOSEPH KOOMSON


 PRINCE IBRAHIM


 


 





Plus Size Model


NOMINEES FOR THE 'PLUS SIZE MODEL OF THE YEAR' :

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Music: Interpol is not enough...............................

Title: Ghanaian event organisers report Elephant Man to Interpol



Information available to NEWS-ONE indicates that two Ghanaian event organizers, Bullhaus Entertainment and Rackus Production have reported Jamaican music star, Elephant Man to Interpol over $25,000 fraud case.

The man known as ‘Energy God’ allegedly refused to return an amount of $25,000 the two companies paid him to

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Miss Universe Ghana 2013 Hanniel Jamin is released after kidnap ordeal…..

Miss Universe Ghana 2013, Hanniel Jamin was on Tuesday abducted at Adabraka, a suburb of Accra by some unknown assailants for some several hours and was later freed, but not with her belongings.

She was robbed of her handbag, pair of shoes, phone and her monthly allowance of GHS 250 that she received from organizers of Miss Universe Ghana, the same day she was kidnapped.The

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World Bank set to deliver More Integrated Efficient Services to Clients in Ghana……

New World Bank Group Office Building Opens in Ghana to Deliver More Integrated, Efficient Services to Clients

August 13, 2013


 


The new World Bank Group building, which is located on
Independence Ave. in the Ridge suburb of Accra, has been built around a
decades-old Nim Tree that was preserved in the middle of the four-story
structure.


The World Bank Group opens a new, eco-friendly

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The Ghana's government prepares new 15-year National Tourism Development Plan (2013 – 2027)......

 
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts is canvassing for funding to support its Marketing Ghana Programme.
The funding will include Ghana’s appearance on a CNN programme, CNN Eye on Ghana Project, an initiative to use the CNN network to market Ghana‘s tourism at the global level. The programme is estimated to cost Ghana some US$1.5 million.“This is part of efforts to showcase

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Hon. Priscilla Arhin the new mayor of Cape Coast………

Hon. Priscilla Arhin




Paulina says: Did you know Cape Coast a coastal town in Ghana’s Central
Region has a new female mayor? Nor did I!!! 



I also don’t know if the right Honourable Priscilla Arhin
is the first female mayor of Cape Coast or not, it would be good to know more about
her. Anyway this is a lovely bit of inspiring news; -Ghana Rising wishes our
new mayor the very best of

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The state of the Nation: Spending Binges…………………………

Title: The 10 Worst Economies --Dated: 6/09/2010


9. Ghana

GDP per capita: $671 Inflation rate: 16%

"Bauxite, the world’s largest manmade lake, a 1-gigawatt hydroelectric plant and now offshore oil. Ghana’s got it all, except a functioning economy. Persistent electricity shortages have sidelined the massive Valco aluminum smelter and the government of Ghana must privatize several

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Business & Politics: Komenda Sugar factory

Title: KEEA: Government to revamp Komenda Sugar Factory
Dated: 5-9-2013

The Government of Ghana has sourced 35 million-dollar loan from India for the reconstruction of Komenda Sugar factory in the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem (KEEA) District of the Central Region.The Government through the Export Development and Agricultural Investment Fund would also contribute one million dollars towards the

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Printex opens new standalone store in Airport West, Accra Ghana……..

Designs by Various designers using Printex's new Safari fabrics...






 Dress by N'kya Designs using Printex’s latest Safari fabrics…..





Both of these dresses were designed by N'kya Designs but we can’t decide which we love better. Come get these and other prints at our new store in Accra.







The new Printex shop in Airport West



 

 



This is Safari by Printex, our

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Ghana Rising Hearts Eny of Styleesta Diaries Blog.......

NARS lip pencil in dragon girl, HARLEY DAVIDSON leather jacket (vintage), TOPSHOP earrings, ZARA white tunic, POPCITY mickey mouse sunglasses.










 
PRADA blouse, NORDSTROM skirt, ZARA pumps, CUFF (from a street vendor in Ghana).


 




 

 

H&M bib necklace, FRUGAL FINDS rings, CATHY JEAN ankle strap heels.


 




 

URBAN OUTFITTERS 
denim/leather jacket, PRABAL GURUNG for TARGET

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Event of The Year: Some of Ghana Fashion & Design Week’s Luxe Media Partnerships….

 

 

 

 

 



 

Moët & Chandon announced as Official Champagne Sponsor
of Ghana Fashion & Design Week 2013


(Accra, 30th July 2013) – Moët & Chandon, the
champagne of success and glamour since 1743, partners again with Ghana Fashion
& Design Week as the official champagne sponsor for the event VIP evening
to be held in Accra, Ghana this October 2013, at the Movenpick Hotel from the

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Tourism/Design & Architecture: Princes Town Resort

"The Princes Town Luxury Beach
Resort and Residences will bring much needed international standard
accommodation to the Greater Takoradi area in the Western Region of Ghana, the
heart of Ghana's timber, mining and oil industries. Soroma Capital is
responsible for the project finance for this $200m project, which is a
partnership development with the local community. The site enjoys over a

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Objects of Desire: Kente Knockers

Price: £25.00 each


“Jewellery designed for Girls in a Westernised World. Kente
Knockers is unique, limited edition handmade jewellery designed for girls in a
westernised world. It uses a mixture of original Kente materials and ranges
from bangles to earrings for a fusion of culture and style from original Kente
material from Ghana.”  Kente Knockers


For more info or to

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High-Life & Lifestyle: Primium's Limited

“Primium's aims to
introduce create awareness and appreciation for the craft and tradition that
special beers stand for. Primium's Limited, a 100% Ghanaian company, was founded
in 2012 with the sole purpose of introducing specialty beers to Ghana, offering
consumers more taste, style and variety beyond the range of existing lager and
stout beers. Our focus is on the distribution and

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Tourism & Architecture: Gilou Bar and Restaurant –adding to Takoradi’s growing list of elegant bars and hotels…

Paulina says: Ahhhhhhh Takoradi ……..‘Ghana’s very own Oil
City’…never ceases to amaze me. Definitely much sexier than Kumasi could ever hope
to be, some of the high-end bars and hotels springing up in said city are a
wonder to behold!!!


Anyway I was told about Gilou Bar and Restaurant way back
but couldn’t find any photos or website or what have yousss --so I left it..

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