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Agorve Devinyaza’ Festival Held to Promote Community Development 
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Agorve Devinyaza’ Festival Held to Promote Community Development 

The 27th edition of the ‘Agorve Devinyaza’ Festival, celebrated by the people of Agorve in the Avenor Traditional Area of the Akatsi South Municipality, has been held with a call to champion community growth and development.  The festival, held under the royal patronage of Torgbui Azibodzi III, Dufia of Agorve, was on the theme: “Technology: The Gateway to Community Development.”  Addressing the durbar, Torgbui Azibodzi III urged the youth to shun reckless lifestyles, including the use of hard drugs and other harmful substances, which could lead to social unrest and undermine development.  He reiterated his commitment to ensuring justice in the area, stating that he would not shield any wrongdoers, regardless of...
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Winneba Masquerade Festival 2026 Celebrates Culture and Creativity
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Winneba Masquerade Festival 2026 Celebrates Culture and Creativity

The 2026 Winneba Masquerade Festival, popularly known as “Fancy Dress,” was held yesterday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Winneba and attracting visitors from across the country and beyond. The festival is renowned for its vibrant display of creativity, discipline, and tradition. In a statement, Alexander Afenyo Markin, Member of Parliament for Effutu Constituency and Minority Leader in Parliament, extended his congratulations to all the participating masquerade groups for their outstanding performances. Special recognition went to the Number 4 Red Cross Masquerading Group, who emerged as winners of the ultimate prize for their exceptional presentation. Mr. Afenyo Markin praised all participants and organisers for making this year’s festival a resounding success, highli...
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“Taadi Bronya”: Annual Ankos Festival shakes principal streets of Takoradi  
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“Taadi Bronya”: Annual Ankos Festival shakes principal streets of Takoradi  

The Central Business District of Takoradi is vibrating yet again with excitement as masquerades have taken over the principal streets to celebrate this year’s Christmas with the Masquerade Carnival, popularly known as the “Ankos” Festival.  The Ankos Festival, marked on December 25 to 26, and January 1 annually, is one activity that sets aside Takoradi as the preferred destination for Christmas celebration in Ghana.  It brought yet another joy, cheers, and excitement as many indigenes, holidaymakers, tourists, and revellers dressed in their eye-catching, colourful, and spectacular costumes marched on the streets to showcase their rich and beautiful cultural crafts.   More than 30 masquerade groups each made up of both kids and adults, clad i...
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BEYOND Developments Reveals a New Vision for Purposeful Living on Dubai Islands with SIORA
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BEYOND Developments Reveals a New Vision for Purposeful Living on Dubai Islands with SIORA

A 2M sqft masterplan inspired by Japanese garden principles, crafted around balance, clarity, and the quiet rhythm of coastal life BEYOND Developments, the bold and design-led real estate developer shaping next-generation waterfront destinations in the UAE, today unveiled SIORA, its first beachfront masterplan on Dubai Islands and the company’s second large-scale community within a year. The launch underscores BEYOND’s accelerated growth and strong alignment with Dubai’s future urban vision. Spanning over 2M square feet, SIORA is conceived as a coastal sanctuary inspired by Japanese garden philosophies, including the pursuit of Ikigai, the Japanese concept of finding purpose and fulfilment in everyday life. In this context, it reflects a philosophy of creatin...
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Gov’t allocates GH¢40 million to Creative Arts and Film funds — Finance Minister
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Gov’t allocates GH¢40 million to Creative Arts and Film funds — Finance Minister

Government has allocated GH¢40 million as seed money to establish the Creative Arts and Film Fund to boost investment and sustainability within Ghana’s arts, culture, and entertainment industries. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister of Finance, announced this when he presented the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy of the government to Parliament on the theme: “Resetting for Growth, Jobs and Economic Transformation.” He said, “Government has also allocated an amount of GH¢20 million to the Creative Arts Fund as seed money for the arts, music, fashion, food, and other creative sectors,” Dr. Forson stated. “Similarly, GH¢20 million has been allocated to the Film Fund to revive the film industry such as Kumawood and other film associations.” He said the government recognised t...
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Stage Set for World’s Largest Autonomous Race as A2RL Reaches Full Fan Capacity at Yas Marina Circuit
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Stage Set for World’s Largest Autonomous Race as A2RL Reaches Full Fan Capacity at Yas Marina Circuit

● 15 November at Abu Dhabi’s iconic Yas Marina Circuit, in front of a full capacity crowd ● Eleven global teams compete for $2.25 million prize  ● World first: Six fully autonomous cars racing head-to-head ● Human vs. AI showdown featuring former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat against TUM ● Race will be broadcast globally, this Sunday,16th November at 3pm GST, on the Abu Dhabi Media Network, StarzPlay, Motorsport TV and the official A2RL YouTube Channel The world’s largest autonomous car race will take place in Abu Dhabi on the 15th of November, as 11 teams from across the globe compete at the frontier of robotics, autonomy and AI for a US$2.25 million prize pool. A2RL Season 2 has be...
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Sissala East MCE calls for more empowerment of women  
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Sissala East MCE calls for more empowerment of women  

Mr Adamu Bening Yakubu, the Sissala East Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), has underscored the importance of more empowerment of rural women to achieve food sovereignty and community resilience.   Mr Yakubu made the call when he represented the Sissala East Municipality at the Nimaru Festival held at the provincial capital of Sissili in Burkina Faso.  The festival, which was held under the theme: “Rural Women and Food Sovereignty Building Community Resilience Through Agriculture, Livestock and Civic Engagement”.  The festival brought together government officials, women’s groups, and development partners from both Ghana and Burkina Faso to celebrate and promote the role of rural women in food production and sustainability.  Addressing the gathering, Mr Yakubu prai...
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Marjan Announces New Mixed-Use Beach Town Destination, Marjan Beach
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Marjan Announces New Mixed-Use Beach Town Destination, Marjan Beach

Marjan, the master developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the launch of its new mixed-use beach town destination, Marjan Beach. The development is set to attract billions in investments across lifestyle, real estate and hospitality and accelerate RAK Vision 2030. A transformational catalyst in RAK’s evolution as the region’s premier sustainable investment destination and tourism gateway, Marjan Beach will establish new benchmarks for waterfront living in the GCC. This destination is strategically designed to deliver a seamless fusion of accessibility and livability, offering a luxury lifestyle for residents and visitors alike. Upon completion, the development will host 12,000 hotel keys and 22,000 residential units with ...
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Ghana Theatre Festival 2025 ignites Accra with dazzling performing arts, cultural diversity 
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Ghana Theatre Festival 2025 ignites Accra with dazzling performing arts, cultural diversity 

The Ghana Theatre Festival 2025, captivated the public on Tuesday with a spectacular showcase of Ghana's rich cultural heritage and diversity, rhythm, colour and tradition at the National Theatre in Accra.  The dazzling performing arts on the opening day are a tip of six-day cultural extravaganza, themed: "Showcasing the Rich Diversity of Ghanaian Culture through Performing Arts."  The open day saw a packed audience of culture lovers, scholars, tourists, artists, dancers, playwrights, exhibitors, students and the diaspora who spontaneously cheered up the performances that reminiscent their past and roots.  Accra Academy Senior High School, who would be featuring in an SHS Drama Performances, Wednesday, September 24, showed their exploits in a gripping drama excerpt, expl...
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Ministry of Tourism to Host Accra Night Tour on September 26
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Ministry of Tourism to Host Accra Night Tour on September 26

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, in collaboration with the Ghana Tourism Development Company Limited (GTDC), has announced an exciting Accra Night Tour slated for Friday, September 26, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM. The tour, designed to showcase the city’s vibrant nightlife and cultural heritage, will take participants through some of Accra’s most iconic and lively night spots. Key highlights include visits to the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, the bustling Osu Night Market, and a surprise night life experience to cap the evening. Registration for the event costs GHC 250, with payments accepted via cash or Mobile Money (Momo) through 0593 719 307. The designated pick-up point is located adjacent to Afrikiko. According to the organizers, the Accra Night Tour is pa...
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