Author: Nene Odompleh

Multiple award-winning Broadcast Journalist, Media Personality, and Founder of B. You, Berla Mundi has described her move to TV3, a leading media Company in Accra as the best career decision she has made so far. She was speaking at the “level up conference” held over the Weekend at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology( KNUST) under the theme “ Synergizing communication, Penmanship and Digital skills”. The conference was organized under the auspices of the KNUST Student Representative Council (SRC) with support from Xviral, Twisco, and Cowbell to explore the relationship between communication, penmanship, and Digital skills while creating…

Ghana continues to find itself grappling with persistent gender disparities and unfair treatment meted out to women hindering any plans of unleashing their full potential. In 2022, Ghana ranked 108th out of the 146 countries in the global gender gap index depicting the uphill battle it faces in achieving gender equality. It is on the back of this that UMI Foundation, a non-governmental organization (N.G.O) has mobilized women from all walks of life and educational backgrounds at the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) to celebrate International Women’s Day with “a lady with a dream conference”. Themed “Unlocking Possibilities: Empowering Women for…

Minister of Communications and Digitalization, Mrs Ursula Owusu Ekuful has urged women to take ownership and mount pressure on duty bearers to pass the Affirmative Action Bill. Speaking at this year’s ‘Women in Governance Dialogue’ organized by the Eve International Foundation in partnership with the affirmative action bill coalition and Oxfam, Hon. Ursula Ekuful noted that, the bills when passed will create a level playing field and increase the chance for women participation at the decision making table. The affirmative action policy seeks to create more room for women to participate in politics actively. It will also require all sectors…

In a world where innovation knows no bounds, the realm of home entertainment is undergoing a transformative evolution with the emergence of the Smart Mini Projector. Far from your ordinary projector, this compact marvel promises an immersive viewing experience like never before. At the heart of its design lies the Mini Projector’s 270° Built-in Stand, a feat of engineering that offers unparalleled stability. With a more robust triangular stand, adjusting the viewing angle becomes effortless, ensuring the perfect visual experience every time. Weighing a mere 1.32 pounds, this mini powerhouse defies simplicity, effortlessly projecting movies onto any surface, even the…

In celebration of Women’s History Month, UMI Foundation, a non-profit organization focusing on inspiring people to help their communities through impactful and sustainable initiatives, will on March 23rd, 2024 organize an all-women conference dubbed “A Lady with a Dream Conference”. Themed “Unlocking Possibilities: Empowering Women for Excellence and Impact” the conference with support from Beyond the Return and Year of Return, seeks to equip women with the necessary tools and knowledge to achieve their professional aspirations while celebrating women’s achievements, promoting gender equality, and highlighting the importance of empowering women in all aspects of life. With a focus on empowerment and personal growth, the conference also aims…

The Western Regional Minister and Member of Parliament for Takoradi, Hon Okyere Darko Mensah has called on the youth to consider blending entrepreneurship with academics as the benchmark to success. According to the Minister, his region was home to a variety of talents and creative minds waiting to be unleashed adding that the youth were the driving force to societal advancement. He was speaking at the 67th Independence Day parade organized at the Gyandu Park at Sekondi to commemorate Ghana’s historic milestone post-colonial rule. “Our region is home to a wealth of untapped talents in various fields from arts, entrepreneurship…

Member of Parliament for North Tongu Constituency, Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa has allegedly intercepted memos revealing an increment in allowances by the management of the Ghana National Petroleum Commission (GNPC). In a post he made on his official X page, the member of Parliament expressed displeasure over how officials of the Akufo Addo-led government are not practicing the financial haircut being meted out to Ghanaians as they allegedly increased their allowances. “When a government asks everyone to take financial haircuts due to the effects of their economic mismanagement, we don’t expect its officials to be approving for themselves fat increments in…

The Governance Africa Foundation, a Ghanaian non-governmental organization dedicated to fostering democratic culture in Ghana and across Africa, has made a generous donation to the Duo Concept Foundation in Accra. On February 29th, 2024, the Governance Africa Foundation presented 200 pocket-size copies of the Ghanaian Constitution to the Duo Concept Foundation, as part of their contribution to civic education and democratic awareness among the youth in the country. In an exclusive interview with www.the1957news.com, Mr. Odamtey, representing the Governance Africa Foundation, highlighted the importance of supporting the Duo Concept Foundation’s effort to empower young people in inner cities across Accra,…

Born on the 14th  of June in Takoradi,  the Western Region of Ghana, Lily Mohammed embodies a unique blend of cultural heritage, with roots spanning from both northern and southern regions. As the eldest of five siblings, she learned the values of leadership, responsibility, and perseverance from an early age. Lily’s educational journey began at Fijai Senior High School in Sekondi, where she studied visual arts and proudly served as the Quaye house prefect, laying the foundation for her passion for creative expression and storytelling. After obtaining her Diploma in Journalism at the Creativeland School of Film and Media Arts, Lily pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Communication at Africa University College of Communication…