Ghana tourism on mission to Nigeria, engages with stakeholders

Nigeria over the years has been source market for Ghana tourism, with Nigerians of all ages patronising the destination in droves for leisure, business, MICE, destination wedding and educational tourism. But down the line the interest in Ghana has waned as the figures have dropped significantly except for educational tourism which still remains strong. However,

Exports to Africa Double, Hit Record High of $1.1b

Iran’s exports to African countries reached $1.19 billion in the last fiscal year (March 2021-22), registering a 107% rise compared with the previous year and boosting the volume of exports to a record high, according to director general of Arab and African ountries Department of the Trade Promotion Organization of Iran.“Our top 10 export destinations

Spotify Names Six Africans Joining Global RADAR Artistes – Independent Newspaper Nigeria

 Earlier in the week, Spotify announced six African artistes joining RADAR – the music streaming giant’s programme dedicated to the spotlight and discovery of emerging artists across the world. The full list of artistes from Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa includes DBN GOGO, Ayra Starr, Black Sherif, Victony, BNXN and Buruklyn Boyz.  This batch

8 passive income ideas for African fashion designers

Start a Fashion Blog According to Wpbegininer, starting a fashion blog is lucrative with realistic money-making opportunities for designers. Starting a fashion blog is rewarding and fulfilling, and skilled Africans can benefit. Passionate and creative African designers can earn a desirable income with fashion blogs as it allows many to express themselves. Furthermore, you can

Man dies of Lassa Fever in Pietermaritzburg hospital – SABC News

A man has died after being diagnosed with Lassa Fever at a Pietermaritzburg hospital in KwaZulu-Natal. According to a statement from the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), the man has an extensive travel history. It includes visiting Nigeria before returning to South Africa. Lassa fever is a viral infection that is endemic to the

Rihanna Bringing her Skincare, Beauty Products to Africa

Pop star Rihanna has turned her attention as a new place to do business. The Barbados-born businesswoman on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, announced plans to open her new skincare and beauty products line in eight African countries. “I have been waiting for this moment. Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin are finally dropping in Africa,” she

Pretty Hurts as Rihanna’s Fenty comes to Zimbabwe

The Herald Tafadzwa Zimoyo-Senior Lifestyle Writer “Ms Third Ward, your first question What is your aspiration in life?” “Oh, my aspiration in life would be To be happy” Mama said, “you’re a pretty girl” What’s in your head, it doesn’t matter?  Brush your hair, fix your teeth. What you wear is all that matters .

Ghana’s President Strongly Supports African Development Bank’s Quest for More Resources to Accelerate Continent’s Transformation Agenda

Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo has backed calls for more resources for the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) to accelerate its transformative role across the continent. President Akufo-Addo received the African Development Bank Group president, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, at State House in Accra on Wednesday. President Akufo-Addo expressed strong support for a significant replenishment of the