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Traditional games, pre and post-independence era, were a source of joy for people of all ages.
Both boys and girls, as well as men and women, would gather and play games like Oware, Ludo, Ampe, ‘Football’, High jump, Pilolo, Chaskele, Counters ball, Sway and Hopscotch, fostering a sense of togetherness in the community.
Such games required players to engage in deep thinking, strategic planning, and skillful gameplay to emerge victorious in the various traditional games.
Such old-fashioned games were popular because they were enjoyed by people of all ages. They mixed fun, challenge and socialising.
Some of these traditional games have passed the test of time with special charm that keeps both young and old players interested in the face of modern games usually found on computers.
The traditional games provided entertainment but also encouraged logical thinking, planning, determination, and some amount of physical activity.
These games were often accompanied by lively songs, adding to the overall enjoyment of the experience.
For example, in games like ‘Pempenaa,’ participants would engage in a call-and-response chants, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.
While these games were traditionally played in rural areas, they have now found a place in urban settings, where people continue to enjoy their timeless appeal.
Despite the rise of new-timer games played on phones and the internet, the enduring charm of old-timers games remains unmatched.
The choice between old-timers games and new timers’ games is a personal one, but the rich history, social interaction, and mental stimulation offered by traditional games make them a beloved pastime for many.
In a world where technology dominates, one cannot forget the simple pleasures and valuable lessons that old-timers games provide.
By Georgina Boadiwaa Ntim
Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has announced that the government has accepted the recommendation to abolish the death penalty and replace it with life imprisonment as part of the constitutional review process.
He said the proposed amendment would affect Articles 3, 13, 19 and 72 of the 1992 Constitution, with offences that previously attracted the death penalty instead carrying life imprisonment.
Dr. Ayine made the announcement on July 30, 2026, at the Jubilee House in Accra during the Government Accountability Series while outlining the government’s position on the final recommendations of the Constitution Review Committee.
According to him, the government believes the death penalty is inconsistent with the constitutional right to life and Ghana’s international human rights obligations.
He explained that the recommendation forms part of broader proposals aimed at strengthening the protection of fundamental human rights under the Constitution.
Dr. Ayine said the government had also accepted the spirit of several recommendations to expand rights relating to women, children, persons with disabilities, older persons and the youth.
He added that a comprehensive Human Rights Act would be introduced to protect these rights and provide detailed enforcement mechanisms instead of amending the entrenched provisions of the Constitution through a national referendum.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has called on both local and international investors to tap into opportunities in Ghana’s tourism, hospitality and creative industries.
Speaking in an interview yesterday with World Media USA Today, the Minister said government is committed to creating a conducive investment environment to support growth in the sector.
She highlighted key investment areas including hotels, fashion, music, film production, and tourism infrastructure.
Dzifa Gomashie also encouraged Ghanaians to invest in domestic tourism to help boost the local economy.
According to her, strategic investment in tourism and the creative economy will drive economic transformation, create jobs, and position Ghana as Africa’s gateway for heritage, culture, business and investment.
“Ghana has vast opportunities across tourism, hospitality and the creative industries. We are ready and open for business,” she stated.
The Minister’s remarks come as government intensifies efforts to leverage culture and tourism as drivers of economic growth and job creation.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
