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Ghana to hold confab on Housing and Hydrology challenges

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Dr. Prince Hamid Armah, the Chair of the BENCHH 2024 Planning Committee vn addressing the media

The Ministry of Works and Housing will from May 27th to 29th, 2024 hold the Built Environment National Conference on Housing and Hydrology (BENCHH) in Accra.

The 3-day conference, which will be under the theme: “Enhancing Collaboration to tackle Ghana’s Housing and Hydrology Challenges,” aims to bring together stakeholders in the built environment sector to address pressing challenges and foster collaboration towards overcoming Ghana’s housing and hydrology issues.

Addressing the media during a press launch yesterday, Dr. Prince Hamid Armah, the Advisor to the sector minister, who also doubles as the Chair of the BENCHH 2024 Planning Committee, revealed plans for the conference.

According to him, the conference will seek to provide a platform for engagement with the public and showcase the Ministry of Works and Housing’s recent achievements.

Dignitaries present at the Press Launch

“The conference will showcase the strides made by the Ministry of Works and Housing in recent years and outline our roadmap towards achieving our vision of a robust and sustainable development of public works and housing infrastructure in the medium term,” he explained.

Dr Armah emphasised the importance of policy formulation and efficient implementation in driving national development, highlighting the ministry’s crucial role in ensuring sustainable housing and infrastructure development.

The conference will focus on key issues such as the housing deficit, flood management and infrastructure financing, with discussions aimed at identifying challenges and proposing solutions.

Dr Armah underscored the ministry’s commitment to improving the lives of citizens through strategic policies and effective execution, emphasising the inter-connectedness of housing and infrastructure development with socio-economic progress.

In his closing remarks, Dr Armah called on stakeholders to mark their calendars for BENCHH 2024 and participate in shaping a more sustainable and resilient future for Ghana’s Works and Housing Sectors.

“I urge you all to mark your calendars from the 27th to 29th of May and join us at BENCHH 2024,” he added.

He expressed optimism about the potential for collaborative efforts and innovative solutions to drive progress and prosperity in the nation.

Dr Armah concluded by inviting attendees to be part of the conference’s mission to address Ghana’s housing and hydrology challenges.

The Chief Director at the Ministry, Rev. Stephen Yaw Osei, who also addressed the media, indicated that the conference will delve into challenges and solutions within the sector, including flood management.

According to Mr Yaw Osei, the first day of the 3-day conference will focus on flood issues or hydrology, the second day will be for housing issues and the third day will be for regulatory framework within the sector.

50% of maternal mothers at risk of mental health – GHS Director

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A section of Public Health workers, midwives at the workshop

About 50% of maternal mothers are at risk of mental health conditions, Dr. Emmanuel Tenkorang, Ashanti Regional Health Director has quoted Statistics in mental health.

Dr. Tenkorang has therefore, entreated nurses to have passion of saving women in labour and after delivery to stop or prevent maternal mortality.

The occasion was a sensitization Workshop organized by the Regional Mental Directorate to mark Maternal Mental Health week and to educate public health workers and nurses on how to handle and treat patients with mental illness devoid discrimination or stigmatization.

Dr. Emmanuel Tenkorag, Ashanti Regional Health Director

He said the number maternal maternity has increased in the Ashanti region which recorded about 216 maternal mortality which he said can be prevented and managed.

According to him, mental health condition is not a chronic disease, and for that matter, one can manage it yet we pay lip service to it.

He advised nurses to have a mother figure when the patients have a problem.

Mrs. Faustina Nuako, Ashanti Regional Mental Health Coordinator, disclosed that about 216 Midwives and Public Health Nurses were drawn across the region to sensitized on the Mental Health Education.

She advised men to support their pregnant wives psychologically, because pregnant women experience a lot of changes in their bodies and stress.

She entreated husbands to take good care of their pregnant wives because it takes two people to be pregnant.

According to her, pregnant women go through some mental problems during pregnancy and after delivery yet some husbands and their family members do not take good care of them.

Who Pays For Extra Cost? …COCOBOD Boss Questions EU On New Regulations

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Chief Executive of Ghana Cocoa Board, Hon Joseph Boahen Aidoo

The Chief Executive of Ghana Cocoa Board, Hon Joseph Boahen Aidoo has raised critical concerns about the implementation of the new EU Regulations on Deforestation and its cost ramifications to farmers and producing countries.

The new EU Regulations on Deforestation requires amongst others, that producing countries comply with stringent measures aimed at protecting the environmental ecosystem, resulting in sustainable and ethically sourced cocoa.

Despite the noble intentions behind the promulgation of the regulations some of which were already being addressed, there are however huge ethical and economic concerns for countries like Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire and Cameroun, as to who bear the extra cost of compliance.

Ghana, for example, even before the advent of the EU Regulations, had already commenced and completed the Cocoa Management System (CMS), one of the critical requirements for the cocoa traceability system and will be ready for full roll-out in October this year.

But for the Chief Executive of COCOBD, the cost implications of compliance is a critical matter that must not be ignored, since it has the tendency to increase not only the cost of cocoa, but also presents social and economic challenges to farmers who are already reeling under general debilitating economic conditions in their respective countries.

“Ghana is very much aligned to implementing the European Union regulations but this will come at a cost to farmers and producing countries which is likely to increase the cost of cocoa from Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire and Cameroun”, Hon. Boahen emphasized on Tuesday during a panelist discussion at the ongoing World Cocoa Conference in Brussels, Belgium.

Hon Joseph Boahen averred that long before the EU considered the new regulations, steps had already been taken by producing countries, particularly in Ghana, to address the myriad of challenges associated with climate change and its consequences on production.

“Yes, the regulations are meant to enhance the awareness of sustainable production, but for us we were already bothered about the way climate change was affecting production and disrupting local activities, so even before the idea of the regulations were conceived, Ghana had already started mapping farms which is another element because without the polygon maps you cannot trace the source of the cocoa” Hon Aidoo stressed.

He however observed that the new regulations failed to consider issues relating to costs and who bears responsibilities for the technologies and tools involved in implementing these programmes, which he said were very expensive and could not be borne by the individual farmers.

“So now the conclusion is that having done all that, who pays for the cost, right from the polygon maps, bringing in the technology and the training because you need real time data to make it work, which means that since this has not been factored in the new EU regulations, the operator has to pay and this is going to make cocoa from Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire and Cameroun very expensive”

Against this backdrop, some have argued that the liability of paying for the cost of compliance must partly be borne by the wealthy nations that consume majority of the cocoa produced.

Considering the substantial investments in resources involved in compliance and the fact that producing countries are already reeling under economic pressure, advocates of this position believe that EU and other developed countries should be prepared to support cocoa-producing countries for ethically and sustainably sourced cocoa.

NASO VIP 9090 CEO donates to Kumasi Prisons, Remar orphanage

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Nana Ama Serwaah presenting medical bills for detained patients to the Pramso hospital chaplain

Madam Ama Serwaah Owusu, the Chief Executive Officer of NASO VIP 9090 Transport, has made a donation to inmates at the female department of the Kumasi Central Prisons and Remar Ghana orphanage home at Patase as part of her 67th birthday celebration. 

The items donated to the two homes included several bags of rice, gari, Beans, Maize and gallons of cooking oil and toiletries.

Madam Ama Serwaah explained that the gesture in giving to the needy is to express her profound gratitude to God for her life.

Nana Ama Serwaah, CEO – NASO VIP 9090

Supt. Joy Akoh Korsah, who received the items on behalf of the Ghana Prisons Service, lauded Nana Ama Serwaah for supporting the inmates.

She stated that the intervention is timely as the female inmates are in dire need of basic items like sanitary pads and toiletries, and pleaded with corporate organizations, NGOs and other benevolent individuals and groups to emulate the shining example of Nana Ama Serwaah.

At the Remar Ghana Orphanage at Patasi, Nana Ama Serwaa presented several cartons of drinks, bags of rice, sugar and confectionery to support the feeding of orphans and special children in the facility, who expressed their appreciation Nana Ama Serwaa for the support.

In another development, Nana Ama Serwaah has bailed patients who were detained at Pramso hospital for not being able to settle their medical bills for weeks after they were discharged. Nana Ama Serwaa had to pay GH¢15,000 to settle their bills.

AGA, Otumfuo Foundation and Partners mark World Malaria Day with Durbar, Mini Clinic 

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Dentists from Otumfuo Health Foundation attending to a patient

AGA Obuasi Mine, Otumfuo Health Foundation, AGA Malaria Control, Edubiase Divisional Council and partners have organized a grand Durbar and Mini Clinic at New Edubiase in the Adansi South District of Ashanti to mark World Malaria Day.

The Edubiasehene, Oguahyia Oduro Panin Birikorang emphasized the need for the citizenry to adhere to good environmental practices by not throwing empty cans anyhow but at their proper designated points so that they do not become mosquito breeding points.

He noted that the slogan “zero Malaria starts with me” can be made meaningful if citizens ensure that the right thing is done all the time.

Nurses attending to patients at the mini clinic

The Edubiasehene condemned the practice where after gutters have been constructed for major road rehabilitation to take off, such roads are abandoned only for the stagnant waters in the gutters to breed mosquitoes.

He charged the organisers of the event to ensure that children from the basic school to the SHS are invited to be part of subsequent programmes.

Mrs. Mavis Nana YaaKyei, Social Development and Gender Superintendent of AGA, said since its inception in 2005 the AGA Malaria Control Programme has contributed immensely to the fight against Malaria through Indoor Residual Spraying.

She noted that within two years of its implementation, there was a remarkable 74% reduction in Malaria cases in Obuasi.

“The campaign against malaria requires continued dedication, collaboration and innovation. It is up to each one of us to play our part and to never lose sight of our goal. Let us stand together as we redouble our efforts and move forward a future free from malaria,” she added.

The Adansi South District Director of Health, Mr. Robert Mensah said huge sums of money which could be used to expand infrastructure at various educational and health establishments are used to purchase malaria drugs and urged the citizenry to help fight the disease.

From Frederick Danso Abeam, New Edubiase

Sack State-Owned Enterprise CEOs –  Group 

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Katakyie Sakyi Baffoe - President of AX Group

A group calling itself United Voices for Change (UVC) has called on President Akufo-Addo to dismiss the Chief Executive Officers of the Ghana Cocoa Board, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ghana Water Company, and the Ghana Airport Company for running the companies at a loss.

Addressing a press conference last Tuesday, the Convener of the group, Sylvestin Ronald Antwi stated that, the named State-owned Enterprises have been recording substantial losses because of mismanagement and want the CEOs to be prosecuted after relieving them of their positions.

The Ghana Cocoa Board, he said, made losses of GHS161.3 million, GHS78.22 million, GHS320.57 million, GHS426.32 million, and GHS2.44 billion in 2017; 2018; 2019; 2020; and 2021 respectively, despite making GHS329.3 million profit in 2014, and GHS152.15 million in 2015.

Mr. Antwi said the Ghana Water Company also registered losses of GHS692.2 million in 2017, GHS667.9 million in 2018, GHS2.6 billion in 2019, and GHS939 million in 2020, despite making a profit of GHS101.14 million in 2016.

The ECG, he said, experienced a decline in performance as it reported a loss of GHS1.914  billion in 2021, having made a profit of GHS181 million in the previous years, while  in 2019 and 2018, it made losses of GHS1.47 billion and GHS2.27 billion respectively.

Mr. Antwi said the Ghana Airport Company is another culprit which has also consistently made losses since 2019 where GHS231.34 million was made in 2019, GHS434.77 million in 2020, and GHS252 million in 2021.

With the above-mentioned losses, he noted that the CEOs have presided over financial decline and recklessness as well as failed in their mandate of ensuring profitability and revenue generation of the state.

Mr. Antwi, therefore, called on President AkufoAddo to dismiss the CEOs while urging the Attorney General

Editorial: Civil Servants Must Refrain From Partisan Political Activities

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Editorial

The Head of the Civil Service of Ghana, Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh, has called on civil servants across the country to refrain from engaging in political activities in the lead-up to the 2024 General Election, according to a report by Citinewsroom.com. He urged them to concentrate on fulfilling their roles in driving general economic growth by implementing policies and programmes that foster stability, peace and security.

Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh made these remarks during the press launch of the 2024 Civil Service Week and 2023 Awards Ceremony, themed – “Combating threats to sub-regional peace and security: perspectives of the civil service.” He indicated that “the work of the civil servant is behind the scenes, we are to support our political leaders. What is important to us is that at the end of the day, the national interest is served. Once the national interest is served, we are done.”

He further emphasised that, “Civil Servants need to be committed to what the principle, code of conduct, core values and issues of professionalism among others are. Our overarching objective is to assist the government in the formulation and Implementation of public policy and programme.”

Ahead of the upcoming 2024 General Election, it is important for all Civil Servants across the country to heed  the call for professionalism and non-partisanship. Almost every election year, Politicians use civil servants to promote their political agenda. Most the civil servants are even affiliated to one party or the other where they leave their professional duties to follow these politicians.

Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh’s call to concentrate on fulfilling their roles in driving general economic growth through policies and programmes that foster stability, peace and security resonates deeply with the core values of public service.

Civil servants are the backbone of administrative governance. Their work is often behind the scenes, supporting political leaders in implementing policies that serve the national interest. This distinction between the civil service’s role and political activities is fundamental to maintaining fair, impartial and effective government machinery.

The theme of the 2024 Civil Service Week and Awards ceremony underscores the critical role civil servants play in safeguarding the nation’s stability. In a time where global challenges such as security threats and economic uncertainties loom large, the dedication of civil servants to their mandate becomes even more paramount.

The principle of non-partisanship is not merely a guideline, but a cornerstone of professionalism within the civil service. It ensures that decisions and actions are driven by expertise, integrity and the best interests of the nation, rather than political affiliations or agendas.

It is commendable that Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh has reminded civil servants of their commitment to the code of conduct, core values and professionalism. This re-dedication to the mandate of the service is not just a responsibility, but a privilege, thus the privilege to contribute meaningfully to the development and progress of our country.

As we navigate the complexities of an election year, let us uphold the ideals of professionalism, non-partisanship and dedication to the national interest. Let us remember that the strength of our civil service lies in its ability to serve all citizens impartially, irrespective of political differences.

Feature: Cashews Nut:Linked to a lower risk of stroke, diabetes, and heart disease.

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By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu

Cashews are kidney-shaped seeds sourced from the cashew tree — a tropical tree native to Brazil but now cultivated in various warm climates across the world.

Healthline advises that aw cashews are not safe to eat, as they contain a substance known as urushiol, found in poison ivy. Urushiol is toxic, and contact with it can trigger a skin reaction in some people.

Cashew kernels are cooked in processing to remove this toxic liquid, and this resulting product is sold as “raw”.

In this article, I explore the science behind cashew nuts.

Cashew, Science

Rich in nutrients

US Department of Agriculture reports revealed that  one ounce (28 grams) of unroasted, unsalted cashews has the following:

  • Calories: 157
  • Protein: 5 grams
  • Fat: 12 grams
  • Carbs: 9 grams
  • Fiber: 1 gram
  • Copper: 69% of the Daily Value (DV)
  • Magnesium: 20% of the DV
  • Manganese: 20% of the DV
  • Zinc: 15% of the DV
  • Phosphorus: 13% of the DV
  • Iron: 11% of the DV
  • Selenium: 10% of the DV
  • Thiamine: 10% of the DV
  • Vitamin K: 8% of the DV
  • Vitamin B6: 7% of the DV

Some studies( Clifton et al. 2017; Zong et al. 2018; Zhuang et al. 2019) found that unsaturated fats are of high quality in cashews. These fats have been linked to a lower risk of premature death and heart disease.

Other studies(Gonçalves et al. 2023; US Department of Agriculture, 2019) also found that cashews have low sugar, are a source of fiber, and contain almost the same amount of protein in cooked meat.

Cashews have a good amount of copper, a mineral essential for energy production, healthy brain development, and a strong immune system.  One can also see that they have a good amount of magnesium and manganese, nutrients important for bone health.

 

Plant compounds

One study by Bolling et al.(2011) found that Cashews are a rich source of polyphenols and carotenoids — two classes of antioxidants also found in other tree nuts.

Some studies(Luo et al. 2023; Bi et al. 2016; Guarneiri et al. 2021) have linked antioxidants in nuts like walnuts, pecans, and almonds to lower levels of oxidative cell damage.

On the other hand, one study by Chandrasekara and Shahidi(2011) found that roasted cashews have more antioxidant activity compared with their “raw” counterparts.

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some studies(Freisling et al. 2018; Wang et al. 2021) found that nut-rich diets help to loseweight and overall lower body weight than nut-free diets.

According to the FoodData Central database of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), cashews provide 157 calories per 1-ounce (28-gram) serving.

Baer and Novotny(2018) found that the human body could digest and absorb around 84% of these calories. This is likely because a portion of the fat they contain remains trapped within the cashew’s fibrous wall rather than being absorbed during digestion.

Besides, studies explained that(Gebauer et al. 2016; Baer and Novotny. 2018)roasting or grinding nuts could enhance the body’s ability to fully digest them, thereby increasing the number of calories absorbed.

Due to this,  weight loss benefits may be strongest for whole, “raw” cashews, although more research is needed to confirm this. And you may be sacrificing the antioxidant benefit that comes with roasting cashews.

Other studies( Hervik and Svihus, 2019; Clark and Slavin. 2013; Dhillon et al. 2016) also found that nuts are rich in protein and fiber, known to decrease hunger and promote feelings of fullness, both of which can further promote weight loss.

Heart Health

Some studies(Guasch-Ferré et al. 2017; Aune et al. 2016;  Liu et al. 2019) found that diets rich in nuts, such as cashews,  are linked to a lower risk of disease, such as stroke and heart disease.

Darvish Damavandi et al.(2019) study found that those with type 2 diabetes who consumed 10% of their daily calories from cashews had lower LDL (bad) cholesterol to HDL (good) cholesterol ratios than those who ate no cashews at all.

A previous study by Kunutsor et al. (2017) found that a low LDL to HDL ratio is normally considered a marker of good heart health.

Two other studies( Mohan et al. 2018; Mah et al. 2017) also linked cashew nut consumption to higher HDL cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure, as well as lowering total and LDL cholesterol levels.

This notwithstanding, one review by MahboobiS(2019) found mixed results. This systematic review of five studies found that regular intake of cashews could lower blood pressure and triglyceride levels. However, it finds no effect on total, LDL, or HDL cholesterol levels.

Another review( Morvaridzadeh et al. 2020) also did not find any significant changes in cholesterol or triglyceride levels afterthe consumption of 1–3.8 ounces (28–108 grams) of cashews per day for 4–12 weeks.

Type 2 diabetes

Some studies( McRae MP. 2018; Weickert and  Pfeiffer, 2018) found that cashews are a good source of fiber, a nutrient that helps prevent blood sugar spikes, and is believed to offer protection against type 2 diabetes.

A study (Darvish Damavandi R et al. 2019) found that people with type 2 diabetes who ate 10% of their daily calories from cashews had lower insulin levels — a marker of blood sugar control — than those who ate no cashews at all.

Moreover, cashews only contain 8 grams of net carbs per portion, of which less than 2 grams come from sugars.

warnings

Chandrasekara and Shahidi( 2011) study found that roasted cashews could contain higher levels of health-promoting antioxidants than unroasted cashews. Hence, it is advisable to roast cashews at home without extra oils.

To do so, simply spread your unroasted cashews in one layer on a baking tray. Then, dry roast them at 350°F (188°C) on the middle rack of your oven for 8–15 minutes. Remember to stir the cashews in 3–5-minute intervals to avoid burning.

Alternatively, toss your cashews in a skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, or until the cashews become slightly brown.

Healthline explained that soaking phytate-rich foods like grains and legumes overnight can help reduce phytate content and improve digestibility, there is no evidence to support this practice with nuts.

Kumari et al.(2020)  study found that soaking nuts had no significant effect on phytate levels and lowered the mineral content of the nuts.

A previous study by Taylor et al.(2018) also debunked the claim that soaking nuts can improve digestibility or gastrointestinal tolerance.

Finally, cashews are classified as tree nuts. Therefore, people allergic to tree nuts, such as almonds, Brazil nuts, pecans, pistachios, walnuts, or hazelnuts, may have a higher risk of also being allergic to cashews.

Take Home

Cashews are rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats. They also contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, and health-protective beneficial plant compounds. Same as nuts, cashews could promote weight loss, blood sugar control, and heart health.

 

NB:

Prof. Nyarkotey has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations to justify his write-ups. My articles are for educational purposes and do not serve as Medical advice for Treatment. I aim to educate the public about evidence-based scientific Naturopathic Therapies.

The writer is a Professor of Naturopathic Healthcare, a Medical Journalist, and a science writer. President, Nyarkotey University College of Holistic Medicine & Technology (NUCHMT)/African Naturopathic Foundation, Ashaiman, Ghana. E. mail: professor40naturopathy@gmail.com.  Visit-profnyarkotey.com for more.

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By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu

OWASS AX 1999 Year group marks 25th Anniversary

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ERNEST BEST ANANE
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Katakyie Sakyi Baffoe, President of AX Group

Opoku Ware Senior High School (OWASS) has observed the 25th anniversary of the AX Year Group (1999) under the theme: “Nurturing Our Education system to reflect 21st century realities”

The occasion was also used to give Awards to students and teachers.

Katakyie Prof. Andy Ofori Birikorang (AB112/AG325) delivering the keynote address stated that the various education reforms in this century have failed to address the inadequacies in the educational sector.

Rev. Father Stephen Owusu Sekyere, Headmaster of OWASS

According to him, as a country we need to nurture a system that produces students who are open-minded and who are more importantly critical thinkers.

He noted that we have been encouraging the production of human resources for a labour market that no longer exists through a series of policies and Regulatory prohibitions enacted by the education system that killed students’ creativity.

According to him,  we are caught up in a national illusion of providing education to propel development, instead we have nationalised that our education just like many others globally, to disempowered the people, even at a very minimal level many of us graduated from high school to the university without the craft of solving basic Community and public problems.

He observed that we are trained to reproduce existing knowledge and ideas that fit into a future that belongs to the past.

Katakyie Nana Sakyi Baffoe, President of the AX Group, appealed to stakeholders and old students to contribute their quota to the development of their Alma mater.

He noted that said the government has over the years tried to improve the standard of education but cannot do it alone without the support of the parents and well meaning Ghanaians.

Rev. Father Stephen OwusuSekyere, Headmaster of the school explained this year’s project is to help the school do landscaping of Walk ways from the New Assembly Hall to the library besides beautifying the campus and protecting students from scorpions and reptiles. E N D

People want to dance; E.L speaks on decline in Ghanaian rap music

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NANA KWESI COOMSON
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Rapper EL

Some music enthusiasts in Ghana are expressing concerns about what they perceive as the gradual decline of the rap genre in the country.

Some music critics and stakeholders have noted that apart from a few Ghanaian rappers dominating the mainstream, many are shifting towards singing or blending singing with rap.

Award-winning Ghanaian rapper, EL, whilst sharing his thoughts on this concern, attributes the trend to the short attention span of many music consumers in Ghana.

During an interview with Hitz FM on April 24, 2024, the BAR rapper explained that listeners prefer music with catchy beats and simple lyrics over intricate wordplay.

“In today’s music landscape, attention spans are very short. People want to have fun and enjoy music without delving into deep lyrical content,” he remarked. “This preference for catchy tunes is evident not only in Ghana but also in other West African countries like Nigeria,” he added.

EL contrasted the situation in Ghana with that of South Africa, which boasts a thriving rap culture. He noted that in South Africa, the music industry has embraced rap and built a substantial market around it.

“While rap enjoys significant popularity in South Africa, it hasn’t gained the same traction in Ghana. We do have a rap community here, but it’s relatively small compared to other genres,” EL elaborated. “Although there’s an audience for authentic hip hop music in Ghana, it’s not mainstream enough to have a significant impact on the music scene.”

While the rap culture exists in Ghana, EL believes it lacks the widespread acceptance and support needed to thrive in the Ghanaian music market.

Credit: pulse.com.gh

 

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