Award-winning Ghanaian highlife singer Akosua Agyapong thrills Japanese audience at Emperor’s birthday celebration

Akosua Agyapong performed to the delight of Japanese workers at the Japan Embassy in Accra

Award-winning Ghanaian highlife singer Akosua Agyapong thrills Japanese audience at Emperor’s birthday celebration

By Emmanuel Akyereko Celebrated Ghanaian highlife singer Akosua Agyapong was the toast of Japanese audience during her performance at an event to mark the celebration of the birthday Japanese Emperor at the Japanese Embassy in Accra, Ghana last week. Agyapong, 55, performed some of her best songs to the Japanese workers at the Embassy who danced to the nice Ghanaian highlife tunes. Agyapong began singing at an early age and […]

March 5, 2025

Africa

Ghana and Jamaica hold successful cultural exchange symposium in Tokyo

Ghanaian and Jamaican residents in Japan came together to celebrate their common cultural heritage in Tokyo, Japan over the weekend. The event was organised by the Ghana Embassy in Japan in collaboration with Bayside Entertainment Limited under the umbrella name Accra to Kingston Cultural Event at the Akasaka Civic Center in Minato-Ku. The event highlighted the power of cultural diplomacy, bringing together diplomats, dignitaries, and cultural enthusiasts to celebrate the […]

March 3, 2025

Africa

Nigerian soccer player Simon Chibueze Christian speaks on Jafriq Radio’s One Africa One World maiden episode

Nigerian soccer player Simon Chibueze Christian has been speaking to Jafriq Radio on the maiden edition of the One Africa One World series. In a 52-minute talk show, the lanky forward who is currently on the books of Osaka City FC speaks on a wide-range of issues bothering on relationship, racism, funny and intriguing moments since arriving in Japan about 6 months ago from his home country of Nigeria. Below […]

March 2, 2025

Queen Nanny of Jamaica was captured and sold into slavery from Ghana

Africa

Queen Nanny – Who is the Ghanaian woman whose head is on a bank note of Jamaica?

By Emmanuel Akyereko The setting is far away in East Asia, in the city of Tokyo - capital of arguably the most prosperous country in the region - Japan. A handful of immigrants from Ghana - a 38 million-populated country located in West Africa have conceived an idea. The grand scheme of this idea is an attempt to connect with parts of their missing roots which have been far away […]

February 11, 2025

Jamaica and Ghana share common heritage in Japan

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Africa

Jamaica and Ghana explore common heritage with promise of electrifying musical display in Japan

Jamaica and Ghana are set to explore common cultural heritage between the two countries in Japan as citizens embark on a journey to discover their roots through musical explorations. Ghanaian and Jamaican citizens living in Japan are on the verge of exploring cultural heritage that link the two countries together. On Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Akasaka Civic Center in Minato City in Tokyo, the Ghana Embassy in Japan […]

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Children cheerfully answer a quiz given by the Immigration Services Agency at Zaike Elementary School in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture, on Jan. 25, 2025. (Mainichi/Takuro Tahara)

Africa

Japan’s Immigration agency holds lessons for school children on how to coexist with foreigners

The Japanese Immigration Agency has taken steps to teach Japanese children how to coexist with foreigners as the agency held a class at an elementary school here Jan. 25 to deepen children's understanding of coexistence with foreigners. Officials from the agency in Saitama were present at the Kawaguchi Municipal Zaike Elementary School told a class for fifth-and sixth-grade students to learn about the best ways to co-habit with foreigners. During […]

January 28, 2025

Japan

Do you love Cherry Blossoms in Japan? The dates for 2025 Sakura are out for Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, etc

By Emmanuel Akyereko The Japanese Meteorological Corporation has predicted the dates for the 2025 captivating cherry blossom giving sakura lovers idea on how to plan their outings for the beautiful period. 2025 has just began as the calendar is still ticking in January but cherry blossoms are already on the horizon and the forecast for the year is already thrilling for people in the East Asian country who love to […]

January 19, 2025

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Lifestyle

Mindful Living – Cultivating Presence in the Modern Era

Mindful living offers a pathway to cultivate presence and awareness in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the modern era. This article delves into the principles of mindfulness and how they can be integrated into daily life. Explore mindfulness exercises, meditation techniques, and practical tips for bringing a sense of calm and focus to your everyday experiences. By incorporating mindfulness into your routine, you can enhance your overall […]

June 13, 2021 2 2

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Entertainment

Emotional Intelligence for Success in Work and Life

Emotional intelligence is a key factor in achieving success, both personally and professionally. This article explores the components of emotional intelligence and provides actionable strategies for its development. Learn how to navigate relationships, communicate effectively, and make sound decisions by harnessing the power of emotional intelligence. Whether in the workplace or personal life, cultivating emotional intelligence is a valuable skill for achieving long-term success.

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