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E-Ananse Library to host Sage Poetry August 23
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Ghana’s literary landscape will welcome a fresh, high-calibre addition this August as poet and rapper, Paul Forjoe Jnr, launches Sage Poetry on August 23, at the E-Ananse Library, East Legon.
The maiden edition will feature spoken word acts like Akotowaa, Nana Fredua-Agyeman Jnr, and Nana Asaase, delivering a rich blend of artistry, culture, and spoken word mastery.
Paul Forjoe explained that unlike open-mic events, Sage Poetry offers a deliberately curated, two-hour programme where three featured poets, each performing two original poems.
Paul Forjoe Jnr, popularly known as Hondred Percent said the event will offer a heritage recitation by a guest poet to honour voices of the past and finally, “a poetic wrap-up capturing the event’s highlights in verse,” he added.
According to him, this format ensures a tight, engaging experience while providing audience the opportunity to connect personally with the performers after the show.
Hondred usually known for his creative brand Lorgorligi Locomotion, noted that Sage Poetry is about “quality, preservation, and connection where we are creating an archive that celebrates Ghanaian poetry and inspires others to engage with it; both live and online.”
“Each edition of the event partnered by Stylus Innovation, will be professionally recorded, archived, and shared via YouTube and social media platforms,” he added.
This effort aims to build a lasting digital library of Ghanaian poetic expression and encourage global audiences to discover and engage with the country’s vibrant literary talent.
Sage Poetry will be held three times annually in April, August, and December. Each edition will feature new artistes and creative collaborations.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Ghanaian musician Ezecheal Kwasi Asimeng Frimpong, popularly known as Ancienth has released a new Palmwine single titled ‘Asukese Abena’.
The song is a celebration of love, culture, and the timeless wisdom embedded in Ghana’s traditional way of life.
According to him, the project is meant to remind people that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past.
“Through this project, I want people to understand that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past, it is a living heritage that still speaks powerfully to the present,” he said.
Ancienth traces his journey in Palmwine music to the pioneering work of Kwame Asare, also known as Jacob Sam, and the Kumasi Trio. He credits them with laying the foundation for one of Ghana’s most important musical traditions, a path that later generations continue to walk.
“I entered this space because I believe every nation must protect its cultural voice,” Ancienth explained, adding that “Palmwine music carries our stories, values, humour, history, and identity. Preserving it is not only a musical responsibility but also a cultural one.”
The musician described the journey as rewarding but challenging, noting that traditional music often receives less attention and investment compared to mainstream genres.
To strengthen the space, he is calling for greater support from the media, cultural institutions, educational bodies, and the public.
“My appeal to Ghanaians is simple, support indigenous music, because when a people lose their cultural sound, they gradually lose part of their identity,” he added.
As a torchbearer of Palmwine Music, Ancienth says his mission is to honour the legacy of the pioneers while introducing Palmwine music to new generations and audiences across the world.
Asukese Abena is now available on all digital platforms, including YouTube
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has expressed profound sorrow over the death of celebrated visual artist and Guinness World Record holder Sharon Dede Padi, popularly known as Padiki.
In a statement signed on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto, the Authority said Padiki’s passing was a painful loss to Ghana’s tourism and creative sectors, as well as the nation at large.
“Padiki was more than a Guinness World Record holder. She was a beacon of resilience, determination, creativity, and youthful excellence whose remarkable achievement brought pride not only to herself and her family but also to Ghana,” the statement said.
It added that through her determination to dream big and push boundaries, she inspired countless young people to believe that passion, perseverance and hard work could make the impossible possible.
The Authority said Ghana had lost “one of its brightest ambassadors whose story embodied the spirit of innovation, excellence, and the boundless potential of our people”.
Maame Efua Houadjeto, together with the management and staff of the GTA, extended condolences to Padiki’s family, friends and loved ones, as well as all those inspired by her journey.
