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Stratcomm Africa to hold maiden Garden and Flower Pop-Up Show
The maiden Ghana Garden and Flower Pop-Up Show (GGFS PUSH), organised by Strategic Communications Africa Ltd (Stratcomm Africa) has been scheduled for from Friday, June 4 to Sunday, June 6, 2021.
The mini event, which is a prelude to the main Garden and Flower Show, aims at bringing “a new experience to horticulture and floriculture enthusiasts and lovers of good old family-friendly fun.”
It would be held at the City Hall, Accra Metropolitan Assembly, Kinbu Gardens and run from 9am to 9pm daily. The 9th edition of the 2021 Ghana Garden and Flower Show would also be launched.
Mr. Richmond Sarfo, Lead Coordinator of the show, in a statement, said that the ‘Pop Up Show’ was in response to public demand which formed part of the “evolution of the Garden and Flower Movement.”
According to him, there had been “persistent requests” for mini versions of the Ghana Garden and Flower Show on a monthly, quarterly or bi-annual basis hence the decision to initiate the ‘Pop-Up Show.’
He urged the public to participate in the mini event to obtain knowledge on starting a garden or improving what they had already started.
The Ghana Garden and Flower Show, since its inception in 2013, continues to create awareness on the commercial, aesthetic, and psychological benefits of horticulture and floriculture.
It mobilises flower enthusiasts, environmentalists and stakeholders from private and public sectors, both locally and internationally, to contribute to the realisation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) through the promotion of “a greener, cleaner, healthier, wealthier and more beautiful Ghana.”
Stratcomm Africa and its partners, each year, organise variety of events and activities that serve as a source of relaxation and education for the general public.
The Corporate Social Responsibility of Stratcomm Africa is now a non-profit organisation with an independent Advisory Board.
It has Mrs. Arafua Apaloo-Aning, Mrs. Mona Asem, Mr. Patrick Masoperh, and Mr. Bernard Nana Tufuor, Prof. Daniel Bruce Sarpong, Abui Selormey, Mrs. Anisa Marianne and Mrs. Philippa Pepra, as members of its advisory Board.
By Ernest Nutsugah
FOR patrons at a special thanksgiving concert held in honour of parishioners, benefactors and friends at the St. Monica Catholic Rectory at Fan Milk, Accra, Rev. Fr Bonaventure Kweku Quaidoo will continue to be seen as a man of many parts.
Usually seen dressed resplendently in his cassock, Rev. Fr. Bonaventure is known by the faithful as a preacher of the word despite his background in music.
But on this auspicious occasion, the Rector, Rev. Fr Bonaventure Kweku Quaidoo, assumed the role of a conductor of the Central Ceremonial Band of the Ghana Police Service.
In front of the band wielding the conductor’s baton, Rev. Fr Bonaventure conducted the band as they gave a rendition of some of the spiritual hymns of the faithful, thrilling the audience in the event under the theme “An Evening of the Performing Arts in Thanksgiving to Beloved Parishioners, Benefactors and Friends.”
It was attended by the clergy, parishioners and invited guests for an evening that blended sacred reflection with artistic performance.
The Chaplain-General of the Ghana Police Service, DCOP Very Rev. Fr George Arthur, opened the programme with prayer, while the closing benediction was given by Very Rev. Fr. Isaac Ebo Blay, National Director of the Pontifical Mission Society.
A highlight of the evening was a classical performance by Dr Kyoung Ok Kim of the University of Ghana’s School of Performing Arts, who reinterpreted Ghanaian melodies to the delight of the audience.
Ordained in 1990, Rev. Fr Quaidoo is a trained musician and former member of the National Symphony Orchestra. Over the past 35 years, he has served in the dioceses of Tamale, Damongo and Accra, integrating music into his pastoral ministry.
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THE 41st Farmers’ Day was held last Friday in the Volta Region, honouring outstanding farmers that contributed immensely in the sustenance of the country’s food basket.
This year’s celebration was themed “Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, Secure the Future”, reflecting the government’s emphasis on strengthening food systems, promoting local consumption, and building long-term resilience in the agricultural sector.
It was attended by the President, John Dramani Mahama, Minister of Agriculture, Mr Ernest Opoku, Regional Ministers and Paramount Chief of Asogli State, Togbe Afede XIV.
The week-long observance began on December 1, at the Ho Sports Stadium with the official opening of the 2025 National Agricultural Fair.
An 82 year-old farmer, Mr Opanin Abraham Kwaku Adusei from Kwawu Odumase in the Afram Plains District of the Eastern Region, was adjudged the 2025 National Best Farmer.
President Mahama commended the farmers for their dedication and pivotal role in advancing the country’s agricultural sector.
The Minister of Agriculture, Mr Eric Opoku, also attributed the current food glut to innovation and resilience of farmers.
Established in 1985, Farmers’ Day has grown into one of Ghana’s most significant national events—celebrating the enduring contributions of farmers and fishers to the nation’s development and economic stability.
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