Decades ago, when Richard Kioko Kiundi and his family were virtually swimming in affluence, with several cars and other properties to his name, he never imagined that a time would ever come when he would lose all the wealth and turn a street hawker. Richard Kioko Kiundi, popularly known as
Handler served as the president of Mattel from 1945 until 1973 Meet the woman behind Barbie. Ruth Handler is best known for inventing the Barbie doll in 1959 and serving as the first president of Mattel, a company she co-founded with her husband Elliot Handler, from 1945 to 1973. Not only did
Schmidt Futures, Rhodes Trust and AIMS Announce Second Cohort of Rise Global Winners: One Hundred Brilliant 15- to 17-Year-Olds Supported with Benefits to Serve Others for Life Meet Henrietta N.A. Boateng whose strong desire is to tackle the plastic crisis facing Ghana and Africa. She is Ghana’s first winner of the
A determined and focused individual cannot be derailed from their plans. Ernestina Mensah is a medical doctor who is best described as determined and focused. According to the Communication and Business Development Manager at The Trust Hospital, Afia Drah, the doctor started as a Community Health Nurse. Afia described Ernestina
Meet Dr. Nana Nhyira Boahene, a young and passionate eye doctor who is on a mission to prevent blindness and promote comprehensive eye care in Ghana. As a doctor at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Dr. Nhyira provides eye care services and advocates for eye health awareness to prevent avoidable blindness
Forbes Afrique has recognized three accomplished Ghanaian women among the 2023 50 Most Influential Women in Africa, according to a recent publication. The list honours women who contribute their expertise and leadership to the growth of their organizations, serve as inspirations for young women, and possess economic or financial, political,
Nana Aba Acquaah-Harrison, a remarkable individual, has made significant strides in the field of Computer Science Engineering. Having graduated from the University of Ghana with a BSc in Computer Science Engineering, her accomplishments and accolades are a testament to her dedication and perseverance. In 2022, Nana Aba Acquaah-Harrison received several
Cleopatra Ogharadukun, a business development expert and the current Head of Business Development at Stella Futura Africa, has been recognized for her exceptional achievement in the solar industry. Cleopatra’s remarkable success and visionary leadership have earned her the prestigious Solar Quarter Grands Masters Award for Excellence in Sales Thought Leadership;
Baaba Ankrah is revolutionizing Kente Fashion: Ghana, known for its rich cultural heritage, has long been associated with the exquisite fabric called kente. Over the years, kente has become more than just a traditional cloth; it has become a symbol of prestige and elegance. And at the forefront of redefining
The DYEP grand conference on Saturday, 24th June, marked a significant milestone as four outstanding teams were awarded $1,000 grants each for their innovative projects. With the Secretary General of the Pan African Youth Union as a special guest, the event celebrated the entrepreneurial spirit and creative ideas of young
