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/

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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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