In Ghana and across the African continent, food remains one of the most enduring cultural expressions that define people, places, identity, and histories. Dishes are not merely meals served for nourishment, but embodiments of culture that distinguish continents, nations and communities. Each dish carries meaning, representing the traditions, values and life experiences of
Miss Mariam Abubakari, a popular vendor of ‘Akyeke’, says the local Ivorian cuisine remains a lucrative venture and a significant source of livelihood for many indigenous women in Ghana. She has therefore appealed for government support as the nation marks the Ghana Heritage Month. She
Can you take honey every day? I decipher what the experts and science say, the ideal dose, the right actions to take in the heat and the strict rule before 1 year. In the morning, there’s that soft clinking of a spoon against
We all know that since childhood, eating fruits and vegetables has been important for overall health; yet, do you know just how important it is? A well-balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables doesn’t just benefit overall health; it plays an important role
Across parts of Accra, nkate (groundnut) cake vendors continue to line busy streets, transport terminals and commercial centres selling the popular snack to commuters and passers-by. Unlike many street trades affected by low patronage, vendors say nkate cake continues to enjoy steady demand.
The United States Embassy in Ghana has called on members of the Ghanaian public with ideas for collaboration around American recipes, food products, or chefs to engage with the Embassy as part of efforts to promote Culinary Diplomacy between the two countries. The
Up to 65 per cent of adult Ghanaians are unable to afford a healthy diet daily. The recommended healthy diets consist of half a plate of vegetables and fruit, a quarter of a plate of carbohydrates, and another quarter of protein. Prof. Anna
A one-day sensitization workshop on Food Systems entitled “Beyond The Dialogue” has ended in Accra with advice to the public to take charge of their health and make the right decisions on what to eat. The workshop was on the theme, “Tracking Ghana’s Commitment to Transform its Food Systems” and organized by coordinators of “Beyond The Dialogue Project,” a three-year initiative being funded by the Canadian government. The
A study by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Pure Earth has revealed alarming levels of mercury, arsenic, lead, and other toxic metals in areas of Ghana affected by illegal small-scale gold mining, otherwise known as “galamsey”. The research, which covered the Ashanti,
Food vendors such as waakye, kenkey, spaghetti, drink sellers among others in Keta Municipality of the Volta Region have been urged to prioritise proper food safety and packaging. The call-to-action emphasis the importance of ensuring that food is handled, stored, and served in a safe and hygienic manner to prevent foodborne illnesses