The Homowo Festival of the Ga people in Ghana celebrates victory over famine and the power of unity. Meaning “hooting at hunger,” Homowo honors resilience through drumming, dancing, and the sharing of Kpokpoi, a traditional maize dish. Chiefs bless homes with food to thank the ancestors for prosperity. More than a feast, Homowo symbolizes hope, gratitude, and community strength, a timeless reminder that perseverance can turn hardship into celebration.

A Celebration of Resilience and Abundance

The Homowo Festival: A Celebration of Agriculture

The Homowo Festival: A Celebration of Agriculture

Accra, Ghana’s energetic capital, blends tradition, culture, and modern charm. Explore lively neighborhoods like Osu and East Legon, groove to Afrobeats at +233 Jazz Bar, and taste local favorites like jollof, waakye, and kelewele. Stay flexible, the city moves at its own rhythm. Visit the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, Makola Market, and unwind at Labadi Beach. With an eSIM and an open spirit, you’ll experience why Accra remains one of West Africa’s most unforgettable destinations.

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A First-Time Explorer’s Guide to Accra

A First-Time Explorer’s Guide to Accra

Ghana’s middle belt, covering areas like Techiman, Ejura, and Kintampo, is known for its rich loamy soils, balanced rainfall, and favorable climate for crops such as maize, yams, cassava, and cocoa. Its unique blend of forest and savannah vegetation enriches the land with organic matter, while gentle slopes ensure natural drainage. Combined with traditional farming practices like crop rotation, these factors make the region one of Ghana’s most fertile and productive agricultural zones.

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What Makes the Bono Hinterlands the Food Basket of Ghana

What Makes the Bono Hinterlands the Food Basket of Ghana

Tanzania’s digital payments sector is rapidly transforming, driven by mobile money innovation and government support. In a comparative analysis, VFA Fintech Bootcamp alumnus Aly Slater and Schon Bediako explore how M-PESA’s evolution in Tanzania differs from Kenya’s, highlighting the power of contextualization, financial inclusion, and fintech growth. With over 33 million mobile money accounts, Tanzania showcases vast potential for fintech expansion, rural access, and sustainable digital financial innovation across Africa.

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Exploring Tanzania’s Digital Payments Landscape: Opportunities and Considerations

The viral clash between Slawn and KAWS reignites the debate on originality in modern art. Slawn’s bold statue, echoing KAWS’ signature style, sparked controversy. Was it homage or theft? In today’s remix culture, where influence and creativity constantly overlap, artists blur the line between tribute and imitation. The Slawn vs. KAWS moment isn’t just about copying; it questions what originality means in a digital world where art, influence, and controversy define modern creativity.

When does inspiration become imitation?

Slawn x Kaws: Inspiration or Imitation?

Slawn x Kaws: Inspiration or Imitation?

As the harmattan season approaches, African farmers face dry winds, dust, and high wildfire risks. Creating firebreaks, cleared strips that block fire spread, is a vital defense. Firebreaks protect crops, livestock, and livelihoods, ensuring food security and environmental sustainability. They reduce fire damage, preserve soil fertility, and safeguard communities. By planning, clearing, and maintaining firebreaks together, farmers build climate resilience and promote sustainable farming in Africa. This harmattan, protect your land by preparing with effective firebreaks.

The Homowo Festival: A Celebration of Agriculture

A Celebration of Resilience and Abundance

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