Business
This page aims to shine a light on some of the entrepreneurs on the African continent and across the Diaspora who are making important strides in the business world. Continue reading “Business”
Category: Enterprise
Chef spreads the benefits of veganism
Traditionally, eating meat has long been viewed as a sign of affluence in many African cultures and the omission of meat from the diet – a sign of poverty. So when Ghana-born Ben Asamani chose to cut out meat, dairy and all meat products, the reaction was predictable. Continue reading “Chef spreads the benefits of veganism”
Yoga – an alternative spiritual route for women of colour
Think yoga and more often than not images of Indian gurus sat in the lotus position, or lanky leotard-clad females able to touch their head with their toes are not too far behind. But one company is keen to position Black women firmly within that space and has launched of a yoga retreat that caters specifically for women of colour. Continue reading “Yoga – an alternative spiritual route for women of colour”
Ghanaian illustrators test boundaries in contemporary art
Ghanaian artists can face an uphill struggle attaining national recognition for their work. Although there is a visual appreciation of the craft, often art in Ghana is viewed as indulgent, expensive and not an acceptable career choice. Continue reading “Ghanaian illustrators test boundaries in contemporary art”
Boy slaves and forced marriage on Ghana’s Lake Volta
Enforced child marriage generally conjures up images of young girls being wed under duress to older men. But on Ghana’s Lake Volta, in the central region of the country, one charity is saving young boys from the practice too. Continue reading “Boy slaves and forced marriage on Ghana’s Lake Volta”
Making culture their business
It may not be a new phenomenon in the UK but it is refreshing to see so many second-generation Africans embracing their cultural roots and turning that appreciation into successful businesses. Continue reading “Making culture their business”
Ghana’s rural communities inspire new UK-based education project
Luton-based cultural organisation Ghana Society UK launched a new education drive on Saturday 7 May aimed at supporting rural women and children in Ghana. Continue reading “Ghana’s rural communities inspire new UK-based education project”
Digital Africa: exploring new frontiers in TV and film
Film-makers from African backgrounds are bypassing traditional routes to building audience numbers and are using digital spaces instead. While this is by no means a revelation, what is interesting is traditional institutions that ordinarily would be the first port of call for film-makers to reach wider audiences are following in their tracks. Continue reading “Digital Africa: exploring new frontiers in TV and film”
What is African fashion to you? – MisBeee @ AFWL 2015
In the 12 months since I last attended Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) 2014. Two trends have emerged that – for me – are indicators that fashion inspired by Africa’s many cultures and people is coming into its own. Continue reading “What is African fashion to you? – MisBeee @ AFWL 2015”
Ghanaians in Parliament: forging political partnerships
Kwasi Kwarteng, Adam Afriyie and Sam Gyimah are the three MPs of Ghanaian heritage that spring to mind when I think of Ghanaians in Parliament – not a group of men and women from my Motherland milling about metres from the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London. Continue reading “Ghanaians in Parliament: forging political partnerships”
All Hail the Trotro!
This blog is written in tribute to every trotro (Ghanaian mini bus) I rode during my eight-month stay in Ghana. Continue reading “All Hail the Trotro!”
Doing business the ‘African’ way
Something as simple as watching pedestrians cross a busy road in an African city can help to inform the business decision-making process. It could even mean the difference between operating a failing and successful business. Continue reading “Doing business the ‘African’ way”
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