Connecting Africa’s Innovators and Leaders
In the wake of centuries of colonial subjugation and the ensuing cultural dislocation, modern Africa finds itself at a pivotal juncture—a moment that demands a re-articulation of identity, self-awareness, and a renewed embrace of Indigenous heritage. This essay endeavours to elucidate the multifarious dimensions of African identity in the post-colonial era, arguing that reclaiming a … Read more
Introduction: The Classroom and the Market Stall In a sunlit classroom in Kumasi, 12-year-old Ama hesitates as her teacher drills multiplication tables in English. Her voice trembles and her answers are fragmented. Yet, just hours later at her mother’s bustling plantain stall, Ama transforms completely. With the ease of native fluency in Twi, she calculates … Read more
The story of Ghana since independence mirrors the triumphs and tribulations of a continent yearning for self-determination, unity, and prosperity. Ghanaians have long sought the stability, democracy, and socio-economic progress that Kwame Nkrumah envisioned—a future in which the nation would flourish without the shackles of colonialism or the internal strife that has plagued its progress. … Read more
In recent years, some have argued that war is the only path to Africa’s liberation from colonisation and its enduring legacies of exploitation and systemic oppression. This view is driven by an understandable frustration with historical and present injustices. Yet, such a path is not only impractical—it is dangerous and self-defeating. History shows us that … Read more
How is it that, in a world where a handful of individuals control more wealth than half of humanity combined, billions continue to suffer in poverty? We live in an era of unprecedented abundance, where technology has dissolved many of the barriers to prosperity, yet deprivation remains the norm for vast swathes of the planet, … Read more
The present moment—the “now”—has long been revered in spiritual, philosophical, and psychological traditions worldwide. Across diverse cultures and belief systems, it stands as a gateway to inner peace, empowerment, and healing. By focusing on the here and now, individuals gain the ability to shape their lives with clarity and intention, free from the burdens of … Read more
The story of Africa has been one of relentless struggle—against colonialism, exploitation, and now, the more insidious grip of neo-colonialism. For centuries, the continent has been stripped of its resources, its people dehumanised, and its cultures fragmented. Yet, amid these struggles, there is an untold story that could transform the future—not only for Africa but … Read more