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Solo Exhibition of Batik on Silk, Textile Decorations Opens in Accra
A UK-based Ghanaian visual artist, Claudia George, has opened her solo exhibition of batik on silk and textile decorations in Accra.
The event, held in collaboration with the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board (GMMB), brought together art lovers, students, and cultural advocates to celebrate creativity and identity.
The exhibition, themed “The Meridian Life,” showcases a striking blend of Ghanaian colours, African mythology, and Caribbean carnival influences—a visual dialogue between home and the diaspora.
Principal Curator at GMMB, Mr. George Anorchie, praised the artist’s work for introducing new styles and perspectives to Ghana’s art scene.
“It gives us insight into new developments in exhibitions, especially in style and presentation. Everything in the art world keeps changing, and this has helped our staff learn new approaches,” he said.
He announced that the exhibition will become a biannual programme, with the next edition focusing on children’s art engagement.
“It will be the first time we embark on such a programme for children. This shows the kind of development that exhibitions like this bring to the museum sector—both technologically and artistically,” he added.
For Claudia, who is also known as Zinski, the exhibition was more than a showcase of art; it is her thanksgiving to God and a symbolic return to her roots.
Her works, rich in Ghana’s red, gold, and green, explore themes of identity, childhood, and tradition while addressing how art can bridge cultures.
“My art is rooted in masquerade and carnival culture. I wanted to explore the connection between Ghanaian and Caribbean stories and how the diaspora and homeland can learn from each other,” she explained.
Claudia also called for stronger support for arts and crafts education, saying creativity must be valued as a national asset.
The exhibition remains open at the National Museum, celebrating Ghanaian heritage and the unifying power of art.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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The red carpet of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) was lit up with a mind-blowing exhibition of creativity this Saturday in Nigeria, as Ghana’s Nana Akua Addo stunned everyone with her jaw-dropping fashion choices.
The AMVCA is an annual, prestigious awards ceremony presented by MultiChoice. It recognises outstanding achievements in African television, film, and digital content creation across the continent.
The Ghanaian actress and global fashion icon has, over the years, taken centre stage of the AMVCA red carpet each year.
She consistently pushes the boundaries of avant-garde style, making her one of the most anticipated stars of the night.
The Talk of the Red Carpet This year, her main outfit silver architectural dress, inspired by Cologne Cathedral in Germany became the absolute talk of the red carpet.
The breathtaking, structured silver gown featured intricate, three-dimensional details mimicking towering gothic spires and pointed arches.
The structural design transformed the style icon into a walking piece of art, requiring assistance from her team to navigate the venue smoothly.
The masterpiece was brought to life by Nigerian designer, Mohammed Abbas (Abasswoman), who revealed that the complex design process began back in November.
A Night of multiple looks true to her reputation as a fashion chameleon, the cathedral gown was not Nana Akua Addo’s only statement of the evening.
She further disrupted the event by debuting two other high-concept structural ensembles.
Attendees and digital audiences were treated to a visual feast as she also appeared in, The Spiral Outfit, a futuristic, swirling conceptual piece that captivated onlookers.
Also, she was seen in the Living Stone Outfit, a heavily textured, sculptural dress that blended natural geometry with high fashion.
Nana Akua Addo’s triple-threat appearance solidified Ghana’s dominant style presence on the pan-African stage, proving once again that she does not just attend the red carpet, she defines it.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Popular Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, on Monday passed away after a long battle with cancer on Monday.
According to reports he died at age 40.
Ekubo was best known for his roles in the Weekend Getaway and the music video titled Johnny by Yemi Alade in 2013.
He had won many awards and accolades for his work in the entertainment industry and humanitarian efforts.
While his family and management are yet to issue a statement, tributes have been pouring in from fans and friends in Nigeria’s and Ghanaian films industry.
The Nollywood star made his acting debut in the 2005 production, Sinners in the House.
He graduated with a degree in law from the University of Calabar and broke into stardom in 2010 after competing in the Mr Nigeria competition.
In 2013, he won Best Supporting Actor in the Best of Nollywood Awards for his role as Andre Dikeh in Weekend Getaway.
Ekubo had received nine awards during his career, including Best of Nollywood’s Best Actor of the year (2016) and Best Lead Actor (2022).
Nigeria’s First Lady gave him a Special Recognition Award in 2018 for his contribution and development of the country’s entertainment industry.
In 2020, he was inducted into the UN’s Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) under 40, for his efforts in entertainment and social development.
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