To most Ghanaians, the name Ibrahim Mahama most likely pertains to the wealthy businessman and philanthropist, brother of the sitting president. To the rest of the world, particularly in the fine art realm, the same name refers to the contemporary artist, sculptor and educator known for his large-scale art installations and architectural interventions. Both born in Tamale 16 years apart,...
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The Importance of Conservations on Architecture and Art In Africa Today
A speech by Arc David Kojo Derban Presented at the 27th ICOM General Conference- Dubai It was an honor for me to address the 27th General ICOM Conference held in Dubai last week. My profound gratitude goes to the leaders of ICOM DEMHIST for giving me the opportunity and to ICOM Ghana for their support. In my address, I highlighted...
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Societe Generale Ghana announces third edition of “ARTENT!ON ”
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Rex Alive — reliving the era of open air cinema
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Busy Body Shop
Busy Body is an Accra-based fashion house, founded in 2020 — influenced by Africa and its diaspora and rooted in...
Susan Augustt — A Versatile Artiste with a Cultural Touch
Susan Augustt is an abundantly gifted singer-songwriter who moves seamlessly between genres and styles. She creates neo-soul, jazz, and choral...
The impotent cannons of Osu Christiansborg Castle
Photograph by David Kojo Derban 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝘀𝘂 𝟭𝟴𝟱𝟰 By the year 1840, the town of Osu on the...
Timothy Gobah — Mixed media artist and fashion designer
Timothy Gobah is a mixed media artist and fashion designer. Raised by the city of Accra and influenced by the...