Culture

Over the past decade, while the visibility of artists of color has grown, the powerful narratives of Black women artists have often remained underexplored. Mimi Adu-Serwaah, a Ghanaian-born multidisciplinary artist…

In an era where distinctiveness in hip-hop can be the key to longevity, Bigg Homie Flee, born Kojo Okoampah, has established an identity that is both powerful and unmistakable. His…

Over the years, Afrobeat has evolved—giving rise to subgenres like Afrojazz, Afrofusion, Afrofunk, and Afrohouse—resonating across the globe. But its influence extends beyond music, shaping fashion, dance, and, most notably,…

Efua Sutherland (27 June 1924 – 2 January 1996) was a pioneering Ghanaian playwright, poet, director, children’s author, and cultural activist.  Think of her as a cultural gardener, carefully planting…

Music has always played a pivotal role in Ghana’s historical and political evolution, particularly during the country’s journey to independence. Songs were used as tools for inspiration, unity, and cultural…

blaxTARLINES Kumasi is an innovative art incubator that has quietly become a cornerstone of contemporary African art.  Established in 2015, this experimental art space operates under the Department of Painting…

Traditional Adinkra Art is a profound visual language that conveys the values, philosophy, and history of the Akan people of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. These intricate symbols, once reserved for…

“The internet has made it possible for anyone to become a superstar overnight.“  A couple of years ago, breaking into the music industry required expensive studio sessions, radio airplay, and record…