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Meet Oral Ofori …an information and communication consultant based in Washington DC
It’s an honor to speak with you today. Why don’t you give us some details about you and your story, how did you get to where you are today?
Oral Ofori is my name and I’m an information and communication research consultant with over a decade of experience working in the Washington DC metro area.
TheAfricanDream LLC is the name of my firm, it consults on matters relating to Sports, Events, Entertainment, Diplomacy, Branding, Nonprofit, and Education among others.
A personal and professional objective is to positively bridge the gap between Africa and the rest of the world by building progressive connections through the Diaspora. My work interests also include ghostwriting, video/text/3D creation and editing, book review/publishing, and more, learn more here: wikipedia.org/wiki/Oral_Ofori
I’m sure your success has not come easily. What challenges have you had to overcome along the way?
I have had to overcome simple challenges like not being able to eat the kinds of foods I grew up eating in Ghana because I am now living in America. A remedy I created involved improvising by using what I have available here in America in the kitchen to create the best culinary opportunities for myself, this is because you are what you eat and if you don’t respect your diet it might ruin your life.
Racism or being wrongly profiled or unfairly treated based on your skin pigmentation is a constant battle an immigrant like myself fights. In situations like these, I have always learned to first know my history and purpose and speak truth to what I believe in, and not let any form of oppression make me deny who I am or what I intend to become. Sometimes ignorance becomes a dangerous tool that people use aware or intentionally so we must [really] know about the culture we work and network with as this would help you know how to behave in situations that challenge you.
Finally, it’s very easy these days to neglect your spiritual and mental wellbeing. My solutions to this came when I realized you cannot pour out of an empty cup and I say this because you need to make sure that you as a person are spiritually and mentally well catered to, and the best person to bring your spiritual and mental needs is yourself.
Let’s talk about the work you do. What do you specialize in and why should someone work with you over the competition?
I provide advice on securing Africa-related media content from trusted and reliable media organizations and practitioners on and off the continent. I also help promote Africa news and provide Search Engine Optimization services, Social Media Management, 3D Artistry, Research, Investigative reporting, Wikipedia update and building, photography, copywriting/editing, ghostwriting management, and Promotion of talents, event organizing, and more. We also do Interpretation and translation of Ghanaian and other African languages, Voiceovers, Web building and Management, Software Development, and more.
What sets me apart from others is that I tell the stories of Africa and Africans from an African perspective in a way that is devoid of unnecessary, accidental, or ill-intended adulteration. By doing so, I always seek to project and share Africa’s stories in a way that makes them more candid and appealing to the African and also leaves the non-African more enlightened and informed about the continent.
Since 2009-2021 I have maintained a healthy working relationship with over a dozen Embassies in the Washington DC metro area and multinational institutions that seek the advancement of humanity globally.
What’s your best piece of advice for readers who desire to find success in their life?
First of all, I had to learn to accept the fact that not everyone was going to understand me for who I am, based on this I learned to be open-minded and how to make friends even though I was an introvert,
As a person, you need to be welcoming and accepting of others and their opinions even if you don’t believe in them. However, you also need to learn the type of friendships and systems you get involved with because your friends and environment have a huge potential to determine your future.
I also realize that sometimes you have to do certain things that you’re not comfortable with and when it comes to that point for me I would do whatever so long as it is not illegal and it is not against my spiritual beliefs, this has helped me appreciate that fact that I don’t need a high horse. If you ask me I will say knowledge of where you immediately stand and the history of that place or situation is key. But don’t allow yourself to be trampled on because sometimes you have to be humble and so while being humble also be on the lookout to protect your dignity.
Stand up for yourself and speak your truth no matter how difficult the situation that you might find yourself in might be. This is because the positive energy you give yourself might be the only thing that carries you in alone in times of difficulty.
What’s next for you?
As a digital storyteller, I’ve been involved in an animation movie project with Studio Parables and Animation Africa of Ghana since October of 2020. We are almost done and due for release before the end of 2021. However, due to covid restrictions, I have been stalled.
As far as future projections are concerned I will need help by way of financial assistance or partnership so I can complete and share the movie (trailer in link) with the world and also produce other feature animation and feature movies to share with the world about the beauty of Africa as the cradle of mankind. Learn more about this project at bit.ly/donate28th
I also hope to publish my book before the end of 2021 and to help others do the same that can not afford to by expanding my network and collaboration with people and expanding my business across the United States and into Africa to tell stories on a larger scale through movies and writing. I believe there’s power in the film/written media as tools for positively changing the African narrative.
Finally, how can people connect with you if they want to learn more?
Find me on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram as oralofori or visit my business website at www.theafricandream.co
Source: https://www.wtnzfox43.com/story/44669883/meet-oral-ofori
Every morning begins the same way for Edwina Anokye-Bempah, with quiet devotion. It is her grounding ritual, a moment of reflection and gratitude before she steps into the dynamic, often unpredictable world of real estate brokerage.
By the time she arrives at the office, she has already set the tone for her day. She reviews the previous day’s tasks, checks what was accomplished and what still needs attention, and then drafts a new to-do list. For her, success is rooted in deliberate planning, discipline, and the commitment to follow through.
Today, Edwina stands out as one of Ghana’s promising real estate brokers, but she is also clear about the distinctions within her field. While many people casually use the term ‘realtor,’ she is quick to explain that only professionals registered with the National Association of Realtors can claim that title.
“Since I am not registered with the association, I am a real estate broker,” she says. It is a role she embraces wholeheartedly, facilitating transactions, connecting buyers and sellers, and ensuring clarity and integrity at every step.
Her journey into the industry took shape at MeQasa, an online platform dedicated solely to real estate. The platform exposed her to developers, agents, and the complexities of property transactions. She worked closely with developers and observed one recurring problem: clients often complained about agents who failed to respond, follow up, or provide accurate information.
With her background in sales and marketing, Edwina felt naturally drawn to the field. It was an industry where she believed she could make a meaningful, positive impact. Real estate, she came to learn, is far more than brick and mortar. It is about helping people secure one of the most important investments of their lives. This understanding shapes every decision she makes.
One of the most challenging tasks in her work is qualifying clients.
“A serious buyer must be willing, ready and able,” she explains. When one of these three qualities is missing, the transaction is likely to stall or collapse entirely.
On the seller’s side, due diligence is equally critical. Ownership disputes, land fraud, and unclear documentation remain some of the biggest risks in Ghana’s real estate sector.
Edwina understands the weight of the responsibility she carries. “The money involved is huge. These are people’s lifetime savings. Most people buy one home or maybe two in their entire lives. You cannot afford to make a mistake.”
Working in what many describe as a male-dominated field has never intimidated her. With an MBA in Marketing and extensive experience in sales roles including a stint as an Account Manager in an advertising agency, she has grown comfortable handling clients, negotiating deals, and presenting herself with confidence.
“My gender has never discouraged me,” she says. “What matters is hard work and ensuring that the client’s needs were met.”
The only occasional challenge, she admits, was maintaining professional boundaries when some men attempt to be overly familiar. Her solution is simple: stay professional and do not over-familiarise yourself with clients.
Her educational journey started in Kumasi, followed by Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ Senior High School, where she studied Agricultural Science. She continued the same at the University of Ghana before pursuing her master’s degree. After university, she worked on her uncle’s poultry farm before moving into advertising. Later, her role at MeQasa finally opened the door to the career she had long been unknowingly preparing for.
Over the years, Edwina has built a reputation not only for competence but also for care. She recalls one client in particular, an older man relocating to Ghana with no family in the country. After helping him secure two homes, she became the closest person he could rely on. One evening at around 8 p.m., he called to say he felt unwell. Without hesitation, she drove to his home and rushed him to the hospital. Doctors later told her that any delay could have been fatal.
For Edwina, that moment affirmed that the job goes far beyond selling property. “It doesn’t end with the sale,” she says. “You have to look out for people.”
Her influence also extends to younger people observing her journey. She is known for her tenacity, her refusal to give up on clients or tasks, and her resilience in the face of challenges. Those who work around her learn to push forward regardless of setbacks.
“If a deal doesn’t go as expected, you don’t look back. You find a way.”
Beyond real estate, Edwina serves as an interpreter in her church, a role that dramatically boosted her confidence. What began with trembling legs has evolved into a boldness that reflects in her public speaking and client interactions. She credits her growth to God, her senior pastor, her mother, siblings, friends, and her dedicated team — “an amazing circle,” she calls them.
Today, she is also a partner in a showroom business dealing in vanity units, sanitary wares, and tiles, an extension of her real estate insight and experience.
For young people aspiring to join the industry, her advice is clear: “Learn the industry beyond selling. Understand transactions, build strong relationships, and always do your due diligence.”
For Edwina Anokye-Bempah, real estate is more than business; it is trust, service, and impact, one client at a time.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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From the age of five, Daniel Nana Kwesi Kakra Debrah has lived a life surrounded by rhythm, harmony, and the quiet pulse of music. Growing up in a home where instruments filled corners and rehearsals were as normal as conversation, Daniel’s first teachers were not in formal classrooms—they were the sounds, movements, and discipline he absorbed from his father, a committed church musician.
Ironically, music was not Daniel’s first dream. Like many young boys, he once hoped to become a professional footballer. But an injury from a school match left him unable to walk for three months, forcing him to retire that ambition. What seemed like a tragedy at the time became the turning point that aligned him with the path he was always meant to follow.
Daniel’s earliest musical expression began in church. As a boy in Sunday School, he eagerly ‘pounded’ the drums, quickly becoming known as the child who never missed an opportunity to play. Even in Senior High School (SHS), although many of his classmates were unaware of his talent, he continued practising quietly until completing school in 2005.
After SHS, Daniel joined a church music class with the intention of growing as a drummer, but one moment changed everything. Watching a bass guitarist perform stirred something in him. Drawn to the deep, steady tones of the bass, he persuaded a friend to teach him the basics. With no instrument of his own, Daniel practised at home using a broken guitar for more than eight months.
Then destiny intervened. The church’s lead bassist was suddenly suspended, and Daniel stepped in voluntarily during an evening service. That temporary voluntary act became permanent as he was asked by the then Music Director to fill in the gap. From that point, he embraced the bass guitar fully—a decision that defined the rest of his life.
Around 2006, Daniel made a life-changing decision to take his craft seriously. He began practising for hours on end, sometimes up to eight hours a day, often without food, locked away from family and friends, perfecting techniques and expanding his creativity. While others assumed he was outdoors socialising, Daniel was indoors sharpening his gift.
His breakthrough came in 2007 when he performed in the TV3 Bands Alive competition. The exposure, applause, and feedback confirmed his dream: “music was not just a passion; it was his calling,” he said.
With time, Daniel moved confidently into the professional space. He performed at studio sessions, live concerts, weddings, church events, and high-profile national programmes. His talent, discipline, and reliability earned him a reputation that continues to attract respected gospel artistes.
Today, he works closely with Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Chris Apau, and Israel Ofori, who have been of immense help to his career ministry. He also collaborates with several ministries and offers support with musical arrangements, live performances, and studio recordings.
Beyond the stage, Daniel sees himself as a mentor. Many young musicians reach out to him, some visiting in person, others calling for guidance. Whether through hands-on training or virtual coaching, he is always ready to teach. For Daniel, music is not just technique; it is character, discipline, and values. He believes a musician must carry integrity both on and off stage.
Like many musicians in Ghana, Daniel has faced challenges with delayed payments and broken agreements. These experiences have taught him to value professionalism. He now insists on part payment upfront and charges more for his services, a decision grounded in self-respect and fairness.
Daniel’s journey in music has been shaped by various individuals who have supported him at different stages of his career. He acknowledged Opoku Agyeman Sanaa, Kofi Ennin, Andrew Klu, Mr. Samuel Abbey, Mr. Samuel Sarpong Agyei, Paul Quartey, Mr. Nene Emmanuel, and Mr. Isaac Asiedu, saying that their belief in him continues to inspire his journey.
Daniel’s work is guided by his Christian faith. He sees music as ministry, not merely entertainment. Off stage, he is a devoted family man—a husband and father of two, a boy and a girl, who have also started playing musical instruments. During his leisure time, he listens to music, or plays football and action video games.
Through his acts of service and unwavering determination, Daniel continues to inspire others, proving that when passion meets integrity, ordinary men impact the lives of others.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
