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How are Ghanaians dealing with work from home?
The Coronavirus pandemic has been officially spread throughout the whole world. Every single country of the world has been affected by the novel virus and some of the strictest safety measures have been introduced in every and each of the countries. This is something no one would have expected, waking up in a completely new reality, with the plot of the thriller movies.
From now on, we all know that the movies can come true and that we should not underestimate the fantasy of the movie directors and the storytellers, as one day it can pretty much become the new reality we will all be facing. The coronavirus pandemic has shown us the value of life and the value of health once again. And if any of us at some points forget how good it is to move freely and not to fear the invisible virus, we should all recall 2020.
The new reality is not only for the people who are sitting at home, in one or another country but for every single person. Every industry is affected by the virus and every single business as well. Thus, many people lost their jobs and lost their income, many people did not receive proper salaries and others had to face some mental or physical health issues.
While we all have the common problem, and we all are fighting the common enemy, which is so far way stronger than us, we all have to come up with some ways and strategies in order to overcome this period in a more healthy and more sustainable way. The pandemic is especially hard to take as we have nos guarantees and no certainty in time, of when the pandemic is over and how we should feel the same even after that.
People found different ways to handle the pandemic and the harsh quarantine and regime of the pandemic. This is mainly about staying home and entertaining themselves. Well, obviously there is nothing else left to do. In different countries, people also had different means of entertainment and activity.
How to stay afloat
The most complicated and difficult thing to handle during the pandemic was staying at home and constantly hearing the news regarding new cases of coronavirus all over the world. It is indeed very difficult to watch how the world is sinking and all you can do is nothing, but stay home. This is another mental trick, which is also very hard to take and overcome.
Being mentally healthy and not going mad, in quarantine while being far from your family and friends is very hard. Even those people who were with families and friends still got it hard as it was hard to stay home and not be able to go out and even have a walk. Those people who were able to work from home were luckier than those who simply lost their jobs. Yet, it was never easy for anyone.
Many people from developing countries found themselves different activities in order to spend the time as well as perhaps find the source of income. Among those activities is forex trading. This activity is especially popular in African countries and especially in Ghana. There have been a lot of traders from Ghana for the past couple of years. This means that the industry is getting more popular and thus more and more people are involved in trading forex. Many have even turned it into their living source. Moreover, trading forex with a Demo account is the perfect opportunity for the current traders, as they have the opportunity to learn trading forex without actually investing money. Eventually, at some point, they have a chance to become another successful Ghanaian forex trader.
As mentioned before, people from different countries tried to find something more relevant to them and entertain themselves as much as they could accordingly and relevantly to their presidentship. People living in more developed countries had it a bit easier and softer, while people from developing countries definitely took it a bit harder.
The difference is due to the financial situation of the countries and people living in those countries. It is easier for the family of higher income to survive the crisis, rather than it is for relatively lower-income families, especially when it is also very difficult to overstand the crisis mentally.
Still going strong
Those people who did not only trade forex in Ghana but also worked had it more or less guaranteed. They could simply take up another activity to spend some time while still having a sustainable source of income. Ghana is a developing country and it is far from being very modern European countries, in terms of utilities and infrastructure. This is another reason why third world countries took the hit of pandemic a bit harder than the rest of the world.
The Internet and the digital world are not fully implemented in every single sector in Ghana, thus not that many people were able to work from home from the very beginning. Yet, as we may have seen, the country and people made big progress with swiftly switching to the online world and working from home. As for their performance, there is nothing very different from other nations and countries, work is work and all the people do it their own way.
Generally speaking, Ghana is doing great work in terms of online working and online education. If in the right beginning this was the country which struggled a lot, now it is the country that can be very proud of the progress people have made. Handling coronavirus pandemic and still working is a big deal. This might at some stage of our lives sound like a movie plot, but here we are all in this together.
One way or another, every single country, and all people around the world have adapted to the reality quite swiftly and the support towards each other in every single field and industry was definitely worth watching and observing.
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Caradise Ghana Car Rental Facilitates Transportation for Global Christian Forum held in Accra
Caradise Ghana Car Rental has once again successfully facilitated the transportation of over 240 participants from 60 countries across the globe for the recently ended Global Christian Forum in Accra, Ghana.
Numerous buses hauled the various participants from the Airport to their designated hotels from the 12th to 15th of April, 2024. Participants were then transported from their hotels to the conference grounds daily for the gathering of devoted Christians from the 16th to the 19th of April, 2024.
The forum began with a vibrant, joyful worship service held at Accra Ridge Church. The Rev. Dr. Casely Essamuah welcomed participants to Ghana and to the Fourth Global Gathering, and participants spent the day sharing their faith stories with one another across the litany of differences represented.
The forum was climaxed with a dinner and 25th anniversary celebration at the Action Chapel Internation Church hosted by Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams.
After the forum, the participants took the opportunity to visit the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum where they learnt about the great Pan-Africanist, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and Ghana’s journey to inpendence.
The participants also spent a day in Cape Coast where they learnt about the millions of enslaved, dehumanised African men, women, and children at the Cape Coast Castle. Witnessing first hand how Africans were forcibly taken captive to the Americas, Caribbean, and Europe as objects of lucrative trade.
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DJ Khaled Announces Second Annual We The Best Foundation Golf Classic On June 12 & 13 in Miami Beach !
GRAMMY® Award-winning, global megastar DJ Khaled proudly announces the return of his annual WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC for the second year in a row.
For 2024, the mega-popular charity event expands to two days on Wednesday June 12 and Thursday June 13 in Miami, FL. Given the demand by countless superstar artists, A-list athletes, and entertainers to participate, he needed to stretch the proceedings over two days!
Once again, the event will be sponsored by Jordan Brand, and all proceeds support the We The Best Foundationand its numerous efforts to bolster education. Stay tuned for the multitude of exciting confirmed guests, and more.
Khaled created a cultural groundswell and personally appeared on ESPN’s SPORTSCENTER to break the news of the second installment of the WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC today. Watch HERE.
Regarding the return of the WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC, he commented, “Last year, the WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC brought out so many friends and family to make a difference, play some great golf, and have an incredible day for a great cause. This year, we’re going even bigger, and we thank everyone for their continued support. TEE UP AND BLESS UP!”
Last year, the inaugural WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC hosted Serena Williams, pro golfers Michael Block and Bubba Watson, Odell Beckham, JR., Shannon Sharpe, Victor Cruz, Jalen Rose, Terrell Owens, Marcus Jordan, Jeezy, Quavo, The-Dream, Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, Fat Joe, Cedric The Entertainer, Joey Fatone, and more. The foundation raised over $500,000 which benefited the enrichment of children and youth through educational programming, scholarships, and extracurricular activities.
More guests and partners for 2024 will be unveiled soon.
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BEING A JUDGE FOR THE MODEL INTERNATIONAL IS A BIG PORTFOLIO – EX MP BARBARA AYISI ASHER
Former Member of Parliament for Cape Coast North constituency in the Central Region, Barbara Ayisi Asher, took on the prestigious role of judging the Cape Coast Audition for The Model International, adding yet another feather to her cap of accomplishments. Not only did she oversee the audition, but she also secured her place as a guest judge on the show itself, solidifying her position as not just a politician but a prominent figure in the world of fashion and entertainment.
The Cape Coast Audition, which served as a gateway for aspiring models in the region, marked the beginning of an exciting journey towards discovering West Africa’s next top talents in modeling. However, the spotlight now shifts to the bustling city of Accra, where the next round of auditions is set to take place.
Scheduled for Saturday, the 4th of May 2024, the Accra audition will be hosted at the prestigious Gold Coast Restaurant, conveniently located near Rockstone’s Office, Cantonments. Doors will open at 10 am, welcoming female West Africans between the ages of 18-26, residing or schooling in Ghana, to showcase their flair and passion for the runway, the camera and the screens.
Registration for the audition comes at a nominal fee of GHS100.00, providing participants with a chance to compete for the coveted title of The Model International, mouth-watering contracts and $2000.00 cash prize. To secure a spot in the audition line-up, aspiring models can register online at www.themodelinternational.com/register or seek assistance by contacting Esther, via call or WhatsApp on +233 50 890 6222.
The Model International promises to be a spectacle of talent, elegance, and glamour, captivating audiences across the nation. Set to premiere on Metro TV from the 1st of June 2024, viewers can tune in every Saturday at 8 pm to witness the unfolding drama and excitement of the competition.
As the anticipation mounts and the countdown to the grand premiere begins, the stage is set for an exhilarating journey towards declaring the next face of West African modelling and fashion. With Barbara Ayisi Asher involved, The Model International is poised to redefine standards of cat walking with grace, elegance in front of the camera and shaping the future of the fashion industry one runway at a time.
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African Development Bank appoints Ambassador Jalel Trabelsi as Special Envoy for Middle East and North Africa and Gulf Region
The President of the African Development Bank Group Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has appointed career diplomat Ambassador Jalel Trabelsi as his Special Envoy for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Gulf Region.
Ambassador Trabelsi brings to the role over 30 years of experience as a highly accomplished and distinguished diplomat.
As Special Envoy for MENA and the Gulf Region, Ambassador Trabelsi will help to foster diplomatic and strategic engagements within the MENA and Gulf Region, focusing on the Bank’s strategic priorities, strengthening partnerships and mobilizing public and private sector resources at scale to deliver transformational projects in Africa.
A Tunisian citizen, Ambassador Trabelsi’s diplomatic career is marked by significant roles and contributions. He served as Minister Plenipotentiary for African Affairs, and was the Ambassador of Tunisia to Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, Sierra Leone, and the Economic Community of West Africa (Ecowas). He also served as the Dean of the Council of Arab Ambassadors and in other roles as an Adviser to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Head of the National Commission for Tunisia’s candidacy to the Presidency of the African Development Bank.
He is also a specialist in international law and taught Diplomatic International Law at university level.
Ambassador Trabelsi holds an Advanced Master in Maritime and Aviation Law from Belgium’s Université Libre de Bruxelles, where he undertook his undergraduate degree in political science and international relations and passed with the highest honors. He also holds a Master’s degree in political science from the University of Tunis. He is multilingual with fluency in English, French, and Arabic.
Commenting on his appointment, Ambassador Trabelsi said: “I am extremely honoured to be appointed by Dr. Adesina to this role. As an African, I am motivated to continue to serve our continent and to contribute to the African Development Bank’s transformational work under the visionary leadership of Dr. Adesina. I will work to ensure the Bank maintains and further strengthens its excellent and fruitful cooperation and partnership with Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Gulf Region.”
Dr. Adesina said: “I am delighted to have Ambassador Trabelsi as my Special Envoy for a region that holds a lot of promise for the Bank’s and Africa’s economic transformation. He has a strong track record and expertise in international relations and cooperation as well as international negotiation. He brings extensive knowledge in African, Arab, and European affairs and a deep understanding of the activities of the Bank, as well as other regional and international financial banking institutions.”
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KFC Ghana Introduces the “Streetwise Wings Meal” for ONLY GH¢30, KFC will also Embark on Donating 500 Streetwise Wing Meals Every Month to Basic Schools!
KFC Ghana is excited to announce the latest addition to their Streetwise menu: the “Streetwise Wings Meal.” This new offering is a perfect blend of KFC’s signature crispy wings paired with a side of delightfully spicy rice, all for an affordable price of GH¢ 30.
The “Streetwise Wings Meal” is a flavorful adventure meant to satisfy your cravings without breaking the bank. The meal consists of three juicy and perfectly fried chicken wings, coated in KFC’s famous blend of herbs and spices. To complement the crispy wings, the meal includes a generous serving of spicy rice—a hearty side that packs a punch and ensures a fulfilling dining experience.
“KFC Ghana is always looking for ways to deliver value and satisfaction to our customers,” said the Digital and E-commerce Manager of KFC Ghana. “We believe that the Streetwise Wings Meal does just that, providing a balanced and flavorful meal at a price point that is accessible for everyone. It’s a perfect choice for a quick lunch or a delicious dinner on the go.”
The Streetwise Wings Meal is now available for order through the KFC Ghana App, with options for delivery, in-store pickup, or dine-in. The App is designed to provide the utmost convenience for customers, allowing for seamless ordering and payment. You can download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and get your meal with just a few taps on your smartphone.
KFC assures that all meals are prepared following the highest standards of quality and hygiene, ensuring that customers not only get a delicious meal but also a safe one.
So, whether you’re in the mood for a quick snack or a full meal, the new Streetwise Wings Meal is here to make your day a little more flavorful. Head to the nearest KFC or get the app now to enjoy this spicy new treat!
In addition to offering the delectable “Streetwise Wings Meal,” KFC Ghana is expanding its community support by announcing a generous donation campaign and will be donating 500 Streetwise Wing Meals at selected basic schools every month across the country. This initiative invites customers or social media users to nominate a school for a chance to enjoy this amazing offer, illustrating KFC Ghana’s commitment to giving back to the community. With the addition of this charitable action, KFC Ghana reinforces its reputation as a brand that not only provides value through its meals but also invests in the welfare of its community and its employees. Updates will be communicated via KFC Ghana’s social media platforms. Don’t forget to follow the social media pages and nominate a school!
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Instagram: @KFCGhana
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TikTok: @KFC_Ghana
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